Nigeria News – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:40:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png Nigeria News – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Youth Clash in Jigawa Leaves One Dead, Another Hospitalised as Two Suspects Are Held https://www.theinfostride.com/youth-clash-in-jigawa-leaves-one-dead-another-hospitalised-as-two-suspects-are-held/ https://www.theinfostride.com/youth-clash-in-jigawa-leaves-one-dead-another-hospitalised-as-two-suspects-are-held/#respond Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492951 A 20-year-old man, Umar Abdullahi, has died after a violent clash among youths in Rahamanu Village, Aujara District, Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, according to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC. The NSCDC Public Relations Officer in Jigawa State, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/youth-clash-in-jigawa-leaves-one-dead-another-hospitalised-as-two-suspects-are-held/feed/ 0 Nasarawa Police Foil Kidnap Plot, Arrest Six Over Separate Criminal Cases https://www.theinfostride.com/nasarawa-police-foil-kidnap-plot-arrest-six-over-separate-criminal-cases/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nasarawa-police-foil-kidnap-plot-arrest-six-over-separate-criminal-cases/#respond Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492949 The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested six suspects in connection with an alleged kidnapping plot and a separate cult-related killing in Lafia, the state capital. The command’s spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a statement issued in Lafia. According to him, operatives of the State Intelligence Department, SID, uncovered a suspected plan to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nasarawa-police-foil-kidnap-plot-arrest-six-over-separate-criminal-cases/feed/ 0 Ohanaeze Seeks Urgent Federal Repairs of Owerri-Aba Highway https://www.theinfostride.com/ohanaeze-seeks-urgent-federal-repairs-of-owerri-aba-highway/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ohanaeze-seeks-urgent-federal-repairs-of-owerri-aba-highway/#respond Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:00:36 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492947 The Global Executive Committee of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has called on the Federal Government to urgently rehabilitate and reconstruct the Owerri-Aba Expressway, citing the road’s importance to economic activities in the South-East. The organisation made the appeal in a statement signed by its Deputy President General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and Acting Secretary General, Prof. Chibuikeya [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ohanaeze-seeks-urgent-federal-repairs-of-owerri-aba-highway/feed/ 0 FG Working on New Minimum Wage Announcement, Says Shoretire https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-working-on-new-minimum-wage-announcement-says-shoretire/ https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-working-on-new-minimum-wage-announcement-says-shoretire/#respond Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:51 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492753 The Federal Government is working towards announcing a new minimum wage for Nigerian workers, according to the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Communications, Sunday Shoretire. Shoretire disclosed this while speaking on the ongoing discussions around workers’ wages and the need to review the current minimum wage in line with prevailing economic realities. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-working-on-new-minimum-wage-announcement-says-shoretire/feed/ 0 Ogun Police Begins Documentation of SPY Personnel https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-begins-documentation-of-spy-personnel/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-begins-documentation-of-spy-personnel/#respond Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:00:11 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492751 The Ogun State Police Command has commenced the documentation and verification of personnel attached to the Special Protection Unit, SPY, in the state. The exercise is part of efforts by the command to strengthen accountability and improve the monitoring of private security personnel operating with firearms across the state. The command disclosed this in a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-begins-documentation-of-spy-personnel/feed/ 0 APM Demands Probe Into Deaths of 37 Suspects in NSCDC Custody https://www.theinfostride.com/apm-demands-probe-into-deaths-of-37-suspects-in-nscdc-custody/ https://www.theinfostride.com/apm-demands-probe-into-deaths-of-37-suspects-in-nscdc-custody/#respond Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:05 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492553 The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, has condemned the reported deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State. The party also demanded an immediate, open and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths, as well as the reported use of ammunition [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/apm-demands-probe-into-deaths-of-37-suspects-in-nscdc-custody/feed/ 0 Niger Miner Alleges NSCDC Personnel Shot at Gold Miners https://www.theinfostride.com/niger-miner-alleges-nscdc-personnel-shot-at-gold-miners/ https://www.theinfostride.com/niger-miner-alleges-nscdc-personnel-shot-at-gold-miners/#respond Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:00:36 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492550 A teenage gold miner in Niger State has alleged that personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, opened fire on miners at a gold mining site in the state. The teenager, who spoke to News Central Television in a video that has circulated online, made the allegation following the deaths of 37 [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/niger-miner-alleges-nscdc-personnel-shot-at-gold-miners/feed/ 0 Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB Members Don’t Deserve Jail Over Biafra Agitation – Ejimakor https://www.theinfostride.com/nnamdi-kanu-ipob-members-dont-deserve-jail-over-biafra-agitation-ejimakor/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nnamdi-kanu-ipob-members-dont-deserve-jail-over-biafra-agitation-ejimakor/#respond Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:00:23 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492092 A lawyer to Nnamdi Kanu, Aloy Ejimakor, has argued that members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) should not be imprisoned simply for agitating for the restoration of Biafra. Ejimakor made the remark while discussing Kanu’s continued detention and the broader legal and political issues surrounding the Biafra agitation. The lawyer maintained that peaceful [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nnamdi-kanu-ipob-members-dont-deserve-jail-over-biafra-agitation-ejimakor/feed/ 0 Tinubu Faces Criticism Over Alleged Duplication of Federal Agencies https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-faces-criticism-over-alleged-duplication-of-federal-agencies/ https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-faces-criticism-over-alleged-duplication-of-federal-agencies/#respond Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:56 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=492090 President Bola Tinubu’s administration has come under criticism over allegations of duplication and proliferation of agencies within the Federal Civil Service. The criticism followed concerns raised over the existence of government agencies and institutions whose functions allegedly overlap, resulting in questions about efficiency, accountability and the management of public resources. Critics of the administration argued [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-faces-criticism-over-alleged-duplication-of-federal-agencies/feed/ 0 Moniepoint Loan Officer Arrested Over Alleged N74m Fraud in Yobe https://www.theinfostride.com/moniepoint-loan-officer-arrested-over-alleged-n74m-fraud-in-yobe/ https://www.theinfostride.com/moniepoint-loan-officer-arrested-over-alleged-n74m-fraud-in-yobe/#respond Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491548 A loan officer with Moniepoint has been arrested in Yobe State over an alleged N74 million fraud. The suspect was reportedly apprehended following allegations of financial misconduct involving funds entrusted to him in the course of his duties. The development was brought to the attention of relevant authorities, who commenced investigations into the alleged fraud. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/moniepoint-loan-officer-arrested-over-alleged-n74m-fraud-in-yobe/feed/ 0 EFCC Arraigns Two Men Over Alleged $110,000, N500m Fraud in Lagos https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-arraigns-two-men-over-alleged-110000-n500m-fraud-in-lagos/ https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-arraigns-two-men-over-alleged-110000-n500m-fraud-in-lagos/#respond Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:00:32 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491546 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two men before a Lagos State High Court over alleged fraud involving $110,000 and N500 million. The defendants were brought before the court on separate charges bordering on obtaining money by false pretence, fraudulent conversion and other related offences. The EFCC alleged that the defendants were [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-arraigns-two-men-over-alleged-110000-n500m-fraud-in-lagos/feed/ 0 Taraba Youths Nab Two Suspects Over Alleged Planned Attack https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-youths-nab-two-suspects-over-alleged-planned-attack/ https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-youths-nab-two-suspects-over-alleged-planned-attack/#respond Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:00:55 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491544 Youths in communities along the Wukari-Rafin Kada road in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State have apprehended two suspected criminals allegedly preparing to launch another attack in the area. The development followed a deadly attack along the road last month, which heightened security concerns among residents and motorists using the route. According to reports, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-youths-nab-two-suspects-over-alleged-planned-attack/feed/ 0 Alia Approves N378bn Food City Investment for Benue https://www.theinfostride.com/alia-approves-n378bn-food-city-investment-for-benue/ https://www.theinfostride.com/alia-approves-n378bn-food-city-investment-for-benue/#respond Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:44 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491497 Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved a N378 billion investment for the development of a National Food City in the state. The project is aimed at strengthening Benue’s agricultural sector, improving food production and positioning the state as a major food hub in Nigeria. The proposed National Food City is expected to support agricultural [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/alia-approves-n378bn-food-city-investment-for-benue/feed/ 0 Police Reject Claims of Neglect of Officers Deployed for Osun Election https://www.theinfostride.com/police-reject-claims-of-neglect-of-officers-deployed-for-osun-election/ https://www.theinfostride.com/police-reject-claims-of-neglect-of-officers-deployed-for-osun-election/#respond Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:25 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491495 The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed reports alleging that police officers deployed for the Osun State governorship election were neglected by the authorities. The police said adequate arrangements had been made to provide personnel deployed for the election with the necessary welfare and operational support. The Force maintained that the welfare of its officers remained [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/police-reject-claims-of-neglect-of-officers-deployed-for-osun-election/feed/ 0 Rivers, Bayelsa Police Intensify Border Security Operations https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-bayelsa-police-intensify-border-security-operations/ https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-bayelsa-police-intensify-border-security-operations/#respond Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:00:59 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491428 The Rivers and Bayelsa State Police Commands have commenced joint patrols and bush-clearing operations along the boundary between the two states as part of efforts to strengthen security and frustrate criminal activities. The operation followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, aimed at denying criminal elements access to possible hideouts and routes used to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-bayelsa-police-intensify-border-security-operations/feed/ 0 Abia Govt Dismisses Keke Ban Rumour, Assures Operators of Support https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-dismisses-keke-ban-rumour-assures-operators-of-support/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-dismisses-keke-ban-rumour-assures-operators-of-support/#respond Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:00:29 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491216 The Abia State Government has dismissed reports suggesting that it plans to ban commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke, from operating across the state. The government described the report as false and urged tricycle operators and members of the public to disregard the rumour. It assured Keke operators that there was no plan to prohibit [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-dismisses-keke-ban-rumour-assures-operators-of-support/feed/ 0 Kano Police Deploy 250 Officers to Strengthen Security in Border LGAs https://www.theinfostride.com/kano-police-deploy-250-officers-to-strengthen-security-in-border-lgas/ https://www.theinfostride.com/kano-police-deploy-250-officers-to-strengthen-security-in-border-lgas/#respond Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:23 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=491214 The Kano State Police Command has deployed 250 specially trained officers to border local government areas to strengthen security and prevent criminal activities. The officers were deployed as part of efforts to enhance security surveillance and respond to emerging threats in communities located along the state’s borders. The command said the personnel had received specialised [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/kano-police-deploy-250-officers-to-strengthen-security-in-border-lgas/feed/ 0 Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Giving Oil Firms Tax Breaks as Petrol Prices Rise https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-accuses-tinubu-of-giving-oil-firms-tax-breaks-as-petrol-prices-rise/ https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-accuses-tinubu-of-giving-oil-firms-tax-breaks-as-petrol-prices-rise/#respond Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490941 Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of favouring oil companies through tax incentives while Nigerians continue to face rising petrol prices. Atiku criticised the Federal Government’s economic policies, arguing that the benefits of the incentives granted to oil companies were not being reflected in the lives of ordinary Nigerians. The former [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-accuses-tinubu-of-giving-oil-firms-tax-breaks-as-petrol-prices-rise/feed/ 0 Plateau Killings: Security Analyst Accuses Mutfwang of Failing Residents https://www.theinfostride.com/plateau-killings-security-analyst-accuses-mutfwang-of-failing-residents/ https://www.theinfostride.com/plateau-killings-security-analyst-accuses-mutfwang-of-failing-residents/#respond Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:08 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490865 A security analyst has accused Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, of failing the people of the state amid renewed killings and insecurity. The analyst said the worsening security situation had raised serious concerns about the government’s ability to protect residents and prevent attacks on communities. According to him, the persistent killings in parts of Plateau [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/plateau-killings-security-analyst-accuses-mutfwang-of-failing-residents/feed/ 0 I Hope Rashford Stays At MUFC This Summer – Maguire https://www.theinfostride.com/i-hope-rashford-stays-at-mufc-this-summer-maguire/ https://www.theinfostride.com/i-hope-rashford-stays-at-mufc-this-summer-maguire/#respond Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:00:40 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490135 Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has urged the club to keep Marcus Rashford this summer. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Describing the England forward as a vital component of the squad, Maguire revealed that keeping a quality footballer like Rashford would be essential to the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/i-hope-rashford-stays-at-mufc-this-summer-maguire/feed/ 0 Igboho: Vindicated by Reality https://www.theinfostride.com/igboho-vindicated-by-reality/ https://www.theinfostride.com/igboho-vindicated-by-reality/#respond Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:51:16 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490026 Sunday Adeyemo, aka Sunday Igboho, deserves a prominent place in the chronicles of our time. He has been at the forefront of shaping public thought and action, not just in the Southwest zone, but in Nigeria as a whole. He was one of the first to sincerely and commendably put a deepening security crisis on [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/igboho-vindicated-by-reality/feed/ 0 Benue attacks: Govt failed Otukpo, Nobi, Efeyi, Ugboju communities says Peter Obi https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-attacks-govt-failed-otukpo-nobi-efeyi-ugboju-communities-says-peter-obi/ https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-attacks-govt-failed-otukpo-nobi-efeyi-ugboju-communities-says-peter-obi/#respond Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:21 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490122 Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the government over the recent attacks on communities in Benue State. Obi alleged that the government failed to adequately protect residents of Otukpo, Nobi, Efeyi and Ugboju communities from attacks that resulted in loss of lives and destruction of property. He expressed [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-attacks-govt-failed-otukpo-nobi-efeyi-ugboju-communities-says-peter-obi/feed/ 0 Zamfara: Troops intercept 180 explosives, neutralise terrorists https://www.theinfostride.com/zamfara-troops-intercept-180-explosives-neutralise-terrorists/ https://www.theinfostride.com/zamfara-troops-intercept-180-explosives-neutralise-terrorists/#respond Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:59 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490120 Troops operating in Zamfara State have intercepted a large cache of explosives and neutralised several terrorists during ongoing military operations in the state. The operation was conducted as part of intensified efforts by security forces to disrupt terrorist networks and prevent attacks on communities. The troops reportedly recovered 180 explosives and other items linked to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/zamfara-troops-intercept-180-explosives-neutralise-terrorists/feed/ 0 Benue ranching plan: Governor Alia urges calm https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-ranching-plan-governor-alia-urges-calm/ https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-ranching-plan-governor-alia-urges-calm/#respond Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:05 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490118 Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has urged residents to remain calm following the Federal Government’s proposal to establish pilot ranches in Benue and other states. The governor said the proposed ranching initiative should be approached with caution and through constructive engagement among the Federal Government, state authorities, farmers, herders and other stakeholders. Alia stressed the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/benue-ranching-plan-governor-alia-urges-calm/feed/ 0 Nigerian military raises alarm over attempted hack of X account https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerian-military-raises-alarm-over-attempted-hack-of-x-account/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerian-military-raises-alarm-over-attempted-hack-of-x-account/#respond Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:46 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490116 The Nigerian military has raised the alarm over an alleged attempt to hack its official X account. The military said the suspected cyberattack was detected and measures were immediately taken to prevent unauthorised access to the account. It warned members of the public to be cautious of any suspicious posts or messages that may be [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerian-military-raises-alarm-over-attempted-hack-of-x-account/feed/ 0 Bauchi declares Monday work-free ahead of local government elections https://www.theinfostride.com/bauchi-declares-monday-work-free-ahead-of-local-government-elections/ https://www.theinfostride.com/bauchi-declares-monday-work-free-ahead-of-local-government-elections/#respond Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:49 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=490060 The Bauchi State Government has declared Monday a work-free day to enable residents to participate in the forthcoming local government elections across the state. The declaration is part of measures to encourage eligible voters to exercise their civic responsibility and participate fully in the electoral process. The state government urged residents to use the opportunity [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/bauchi-declares-monday-work-free-ahead-of-local-government-elections/feed/ 0 Troops neutralise scores of terrorists in Borno https://www.theinfostride.com/troops-neutralise-scores-of-terrorists-in-borno/ https://www.theinfostride.com/troops-neutralise-scores-of-terrorists-in-borno/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:41 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489871 Nigerian troops have reportedly neutralised scores of terrorists during military operations conducted in parts of Borno State. The operations were carried out as part of ongoing efforts by the armed forces to dismantle terrorist networks and restore security in communities affected by insurgency. Military sources said the troops engaged the terrorists during coordinated operations, inflicting [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/troops-neutralise-scores-of-terrorists-in-borno/feed/ 0 ASUU gives 20 universities 14-day ultimatum, threatens strike https://www.theinfostride.com/asuu-gives-20-universities-14-day-ultimatum-threatens-strike/ https://www.theinfostride.com/asuu-gives-20-universities-14-day-ultimatum-threatens-strike/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489869 The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the managements of 20 universities over unresolved issues affecting its members. The union warned that failure to address the outstanding matters within the specified period could lead to industrial action at the affected institutions. ASUU said the ultimatum followed concerns over the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/asuu-gives-20-universities-14-day-ultimatum-threatens-strike/feed/ 0 Insecurity: Tinubu to open National Security Conference in Abuja https://www.theinfostride.com/insecurity-tinubu-to-open-national-security-conference-in-abuja/ https://www.theinfostride.com/insecurity-tinubu-to-open-national-security-conference-in-abuja/#respond Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:13 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489801 President Bola Tinubu is expected to declare open a National Security Conference in Abuja as stakeholders deliberate on the worsening security challenges confronting Nigeria. The conference, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, will bring together religious leaders, security experts and other stakeholders to discuss issues surrounding insecurity and national unity. Garbadeen Mohammad, spokesperson for Jama’atu Izalatil [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/insecurity-tinubu-to-open-national-security-conference-in-abuja/feed/ 0 Lagos-Calabar highway: Umahi seeks Sanwo-Olu’s support for service lanes, drainage https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-calabar-highway-umahi-seeks-sanwo-olus-support-for-service-lanes-drainage/ https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-calabar-highway-umahi-seeks-sanwo-olus-support-for-service-lanes-drainage/#respond Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:07 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489799 The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to support the Federal Government in providing service lanes and additional drainage infrastructure along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Umahi made the appeal during a stakeholders’ engagement on the coastal highway and other federal road projects in Lagos. The minister said the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-calabar-highway-umahi-seeks-sanwo-olus-support-for-service-lanes-drainage/feed/ 0 Taraba govt rejects N1.2tr debt claim, says figure misleading https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-govt-rejects-n1-2tr-debt-claim-says-figure-misleading/ https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-govt-rejects-n1-2tr-debt-claim-says-figure-misleading/#respond Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:59 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489709 The Taraba State Government has rejected claims that the state is currently indebted to the tune of N1.2 trillion, describing the figure as inaccurate and misleading. The government said the reported debt figure did not accurately reflect the state’s actual financial obligations and could create unnecessary concern among residents and investors. It explained that the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/taraba-govt-rejects-n1-2tr-debt-claim-says-figure-misleading/feed/ 0 Sanwo-Olu inspects vandalised Lagos-Badagry bridge, threatens action https://www.theinfostride.com/sanwo-olu-inspects-vandalised-lagos-badagry-bridge-threatens-action/ https://www.theinfostride.com/sanwo-olu-inspects-vandalised-lagos-badagry-bridge-threatens-action/#respond Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:38 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489705 Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inspected sections of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway affected by vandalism and warned that the government will take action against those responsible for damaging public infrastructure. The governor conducted the inspection as part of efforts to assess the extent of damage and determine measures needed to restore the affected facilities. Sanwo-Olu [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/sanwo-olu-inspects-vandalised-lagos-badagry-bridge-threatens-action/feed/ 0 Rivers: Police arrest five suspected kidnappers https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-police-arrest-five-suspected-kidnappers/ https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-police-arrest-five-suspected-kidnappers/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:07 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489508 The Rivers State Police Command has arrested five suspects allegedly linked to kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state. The suspects were apprehended during operations carried out by police operatives following intelligence on the activities of suspected criminal groups operating in parts of the state. Police authorities said the arrests formed part of ongoing [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/rivers-police-arrest-five-suspected-kidnappers/feed/ 0 Ogun: Five kidnapped polytechnic students rescued https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-five-kidnapped-polytechnic-students-rescued/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-five-kidnapped-polytechnic-students-rescued/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:28 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489506 Five students of a polytechnic in Ogun State who were reportedly abducted by gunmen have been rescued by security operatives. The students were said to have been kidnapped in the state before security agencies launched efforts to locate and secure their release. Their rescue followed coordinated operations by security personnel, who acted on intelligence gathered [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-five-kidnapped-polytechnic-students-rescued/feed/ 0 ICPC uncovers two more fake agencies in PFIPC investigation https://www.theinfostride.com/icpc-uncovers-two-more-fake-agencies-in-pfipc-investigation/ https://www.theinfostride.com/icpc-uncovers-two-more-fake-agencies-in-pfipc-investigation/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:30 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489504 The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered two additional organisations allegedly operating as fake government agencies in connection with its ongoing investigation into the Presidential Fiscal Intelligence and Financial Crimes (PFIPC) initiative. The development brings to the fore concerns over the activities of individuals and organisations allegedly presenting themselves as [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/icpc-uncovers-two-more-fake-agencies-in-pfipc-investigation/feed/ 0 NDLEA promotes 73 operatives in Edo Command https://www.theinfostride.com/ndlea-promotes-73-operatives-in-edo-command/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ndlea-promotes-73-operatives-in-edo-command/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:03 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489500 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has promoted 73 officers serving under its Edo State Command in recognition of their service and contributions to the agency’s operations. The promotion was announced during a ceremony in Benin City, where officials commended the beneficiaries for their dedication to the fight against illicit drug trafficking and abuse. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ndlea-promotes-73-operatives-in-edo-command/feed/ 0 Nigeria Customs to commence annual recruitment exercise https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-customs-to-commence-annual-recruitment-exercise/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-customs-to-commence-annual-recruitment-exercise/#respond Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:00:17 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489407 The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced that it will commence annual recruitment exercises as part of efforts to improve manpower development and make its employment process more predictable. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this while announcing the release of the final list of successful candidates for the 2024/2025 recruitment exercise. According to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-customs-to-commence-annual-recruitment-exercise/feed/ 0 Osun guber: Police dismiss allegation of planned arrests ahead of election https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-guber-police-dismiss-allegation-of-planned-arrests-ahead-of-election/ https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-guber-police-dismiss-allegation-of-planned-arrests-ahead-of-election/#respond Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489336 The Osun State Police Command has dismissed allegations that it compiled a list of politicians and supporters for arrest ahead of the August 15 governorship election, describing the claim as false and misleading. The command was reacting to allegations by the Imole Campaign Council, which claimed that some members of the ruling party in the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-guber-police-dismiss-allegation-of-planned-arrests-ahead-of-election/feed/ 0 Ogun Police arrest suspected rapist, recover stolen vehicle in separate operations https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-arrest-suspected-rapist-recover-stolen-vehicle-in-separate-operations/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-arrest-suspected-rapist-recover-stolen-vehicle-in-separate-operations/#respond Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489203 The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man over the alleged rape and robbery of a woman, while operatives also recovered a stolen vehicle in separate operations across the state. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the suspect, identified as Zacheus Joseph, was arrested following a complaint that he allegedly attacked a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ogun-police-arrest-suspected-rapist-recover-stolen-vehicle-in-separate-operations/feed/ 0 Atiku says opposition to Obasanjo’s third-term bid caused political fallout https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-says-opposition-to-obasanjos-third-term-bid-caused-political-fallout/ https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-says-opposition-to-obasanjos-third-term-bid-caused-political-fallout/#respond Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:16 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489201 Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said his opposition to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s controversial third-term agenda was responsible for the breakdown in their political relationship. Atiku made the remark while responding to Obasanjo’s recent claim that choosing him as running mate in the 1999 presidential election was [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/atiku-says-opposition-to-obasanjos-third-term-bid-caused-political-fallout/feed/ 0 Terrorists kill 14 security personnel in fresh attack on Niger community https://www.theinfostride.com/terrorists-kill-14-security-personnel-in-fresh-attack-on-niger-community/ https://www.theinfostride.com/terrorists-kill-14-security-personnel-in-fresh-attack-on-niger-community/#respond Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:09 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489098 At least 14 security personnel have been killed following a deadly terrorist attack on a security formation in Niger State, marking another setback in the fight against insecurity in the North-Central region. The attackers, said to have arrived in large numbers, launched a coordinated assault on the security post, engaging personnel in a fierce gun [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/terrorists-kill-14-security-personnel-in-fresh-attack-on-niger-community/feed/ 0 Oyo school abduction: I was accused of masterminding Oriire kidnap – Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-school-abduction-i-was-accused-of-masterminding-oriire-kidnap-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-school-abduction-i-was-accused-of-masterminding-oriire-kidnap-makinde/#respond Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:00:13 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489096 Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has revealed that he was falsely accused of being behind the abduction of pupils and teachers from schools in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the allegation as shocking and politically motivated. The governor said the accusation emerged while efforts were ongoing to secure the release of the victims, adding that [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-school-abduction-i-was-accused-of-masterminding-oriire-kidnap-makinde/feed/ 0 Over 400 Ebonyi varsity retirees appeal to Nwifuru over unpaid pensions, gratuities https://www.theinfostride.com/over-400-ebonyi-varsity-retirees-appeal-to-nwifuru-over-unpaid-pensions-gratuities/ https://www.theinfostride.com/over-400-ebonyi-varsity-retirees-appeal-to-nwifuru-over-unpaid-pensions-gratuities/#respond Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:00:45 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=489069 More than 400 retired workers of Ebonyi State University (EBSU) have appealed to Governor Francis Nwifuru to intervene in the payment of their outstanding pensions and gratuities, lamenting years of hardship since leaving active service. The retirees, under the aegis of the Association of Retired Staff of Ebonyi State University, said many of their members [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/over-400-ebonyi-varsity-retirees-appeal-to-nwifuru-over-unpaid-pensions-gratuities/feed/ 0 Don’t seek release of arrested thugs, drug suspects, Kano task force chairman warns politicians https://www.theinfostride.com/dont-seek-release-of-arrested-thugs-drug-suspects-kano-task-force-chairman-warns-politicians/ https://www.theinfostride.com/dont-seek-release-of-arrested-thugs-drug-suspects-kano-task-force-chairman-warns-politicians/#respond Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:00:30 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488892 The Chairman of the Kano State Inter-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Muhuyi Rimin-Gado, has warned politicians against mounting pressure on him to secure the release of suspected thugs or drug offenders arrested by the committee. Rimin-Gado gave the warning on Tuesday during a meeting with media executives and journalists in Kano, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/dont-seek-release-of-arrested-thugs-drug-suspects-kano-task-force-chairman-warns-politicians/feed/ 0 Peter Obi interview lacked fresh questions, says Aisha Yesufu https://www.theinfostride.com/peter-obi-interview-lacked-fresh-questions-says-aisha-yesufu/ https://www.theinfostride.com/peter-obi-interview-lacked-fresh-questions-says-aisha-yesufu/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:28 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488883 A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Aisha Yesufu, has criticised the recent interview granted by the party’s 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, describing the question-and-answer session as repetitive and lacking fresh perspectives. InfoStride News reported that Obi appeared on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics on Sunday, where he spoke on national issues and his [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/peter-obi-interview-lacked-fresh-questions-says-aisha-yesufu/feed/ 0 Jigawa unveils five-year development plans for 27 LGAs https://www.theinfostride.com/jigawa-unveils-five-year-development-plans-for-27-lgas/ https://www.theinfostride.com/jigawa-unveils-five-year-development-plans-for-27-lgas/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:00:21 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488837 The Jigawa State Government has unveiled five-year Development Plans (2025–2030) for the state’s 27 Local Government Areas (LGAs) to strengthen grassroots governance, improve service delivery and promote evidence-based development. Governor Umar Namadi unveiled the plans on Monday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Dutse, describing the initiative as a major milestone in [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/jigawa-unveils-five-year-development-plans-for-27-lgas/feed/ 0 Osun poll: Start packing out of Government House, MURIC tells Adeleke https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-poll-start-packing-out-of-government-house-muric-tells-adeleke/ https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-poll-start-packing-out-of-government-house-muric-tells-adeleke/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:18 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488835 The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to begin preparing to leave office ahead of the August 15, 2026, governorship election, claiming that the people of the state have rejected his administration. MURIC made the call in a statement issued on Monday by its Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola. The [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/osun-poll-start-packing-out-of-government-house-muric-tells-adeleke/feed/ 0 Matawalle orders military to intensify offensive against terrorists in North-West https://www.theinfostride.com/matawalle-orders-military-to-intensify-offensive-against-terrorists-in-north-west/ https://www.theinfostride.com/matawalle-orders-military-to-intensify-offensive-against-terrorists-in-north-west/#respond Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:14 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488830 The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has directed the military to intensify ongoing counter-terrorism operations across the North-West following the recent wave of attacks by terrorists in Zamfara State. Matawalle gave the directive while sympathising with victims of the attacks, particularly residents of Bungudu Local Government Area and other affected communities. His directive [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/matawalle-orders-military-to-intensify-offensive-against-terrorists-in-north-west/feed/ 0 Tinubu adopts my 21-year-old power sector blueprint — Atiku https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-adopts-my-21-year-old-power-sector-blueprint-atiku/ https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-adopts-my-21-year-old-power-sector-blueprint-atiku/#respond Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488828 Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has finally adopted a power sector reform blueprint he proposed more than two decades ago. Atiku made the claim in a statement issued on Sunday by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu. According to the former [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-adopts-my-21-year-old-power-sector-blueprint-atiku/feed/ 0 NDLEA intercepts illicit drugs worth over N10bn, recovers 401 rounds of ammunition https://www.theinfostride.com/ndlea-intercepts-illicit-drugs-worth-over-n10bn-recovers-401-rounds-of-ammunition/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ndlea-intercepts-illicit-drugs-worth-over-n10bn-recovers-401-rounds-of-ammunition/#respond Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:33 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=488783 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says its operatives have intercepted cocaine and other illicit drugs valued at over N10 billion in separate operations across the country, while also recovering 401 rounds of military-grade ammunition concealed in kegs of palm oil. The agency disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by its Director [...]

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