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Obi Questions Persistence of Insecurity Despite Technology

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has questioned the persistence of insecurity in Nigeria, saying modern technology should enable the government to locate criminals and respond more effectively to kidnappings and other crimes. Obi spoke in an interview with ARISE News, where he said government surveillance capabilities should be focused on criminals rather than political opponents. He said that if elected, his administration would prioritise tackling criminal activities rather than monitoring political opponents. Obi also questioned why […]

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Anthropic Researcher Warns AI Could Pose Major Threat to Humanity

An artificial intelligence researcher who resigned from Anthropic has warned that the rapid development of advanced AI could pose a serious threat to humanity. Jacob Coxon, who said he spent three years conducting AI research at OpenAI and Anthropic, announced his resignation on Wednesday, accusing both companies of moving too quickly towards self-improving artificial intelligence without adequate safeguards. Coxon warned that increasingly advanced AI systems could surpass humans in key areas, including cybersecurity, and gain significant access to resources and […]

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2027 Governorship Campaigns Begin Across States

Campaigns for the 2027 governorship elections have officially commenced, with candidates and political parties unveiling their plans on security, agriculture, education, healthcare, employment and workers’ welfare. In the North-West, seven African Democratic Congress governorship candidates signed a regional compact promising a N110,000 minimum wage, coordinated security measures, agricultural development and improved healthcare and education. The candidates also pledged to establish specialist hospitals across the region and invest in roads, rail, power, water and digital infrastructure. In Adamawa, APC candidate Tijani […]

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Police Hunt Suspects Over Mob Killing in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a manhunt for suspects involved in the mob killing of an unidentified man in Ikpe Ikot Akpan Village, along the Ikot Ekpene–Uyo Road. The incident occurred at about 7:05 a.m. on Wednesday after the man was allegedly accused of attempting to steal a motorcycle belonging to one Idoroenyin Udo. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, the motorcycle owner raised an alarm after resisting the alleged theft, prompting residents […]

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UK Awards Scholarships to 68 Nigerians

The United Kingdom has awarded Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships to 68 Nigerians to pursue master’s and PhD programmes in the country. The beneficiaries were honoured at pre-departure ceremonies held in Abuja and Lagos on Wednesday. Twelve Nigerians received Chevening scholarships, while 56 were awarded Commonwealth scholarships. Speaking at the Abuja ceremony, Chargée d’Affaires at the British High Commission, Vicky Seymour, congratulated the scholars and described the awards as an investment in both the beneficiaries and Nigeria’s future. She urged them […]

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Eno Pledges Support for Akwa Ibom Power Project

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has pledged the state government’s support towards completing the National Integrated Power Project along the Ikot Ekpene–Ikot Abasi axis. Eno made the commitment on Tuesday when he received a delegation from the Niger Delta Power Holding Company of Nigeria, led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Adighije, at the Government House in Uyo. The governor said the completion of the 330kV transmission line would improve electricity supply and support industrial development […]

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FG Pays Academic Tools Allowance to Lecturers

The Federal Government has released funds for the payment of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) to academic staff in federal universities, polytechnics and colleges of education for January to August 2026. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Wednesday, saying the payment was in line with the 2025 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities. Alausa said all affected institutions had been notified to commence payment of the allowance to academic […]

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Kara Bridge Repairs Trigger Heavy Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Two-week repair works on the Kara Bridge have triggered heavy traffic congestion on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leaving motorists stranded for hours. The Federal Government commenced the replacement of damaged expansion joints on Tuesday, September 8, with the repairs expected to continue until September 22, 2026. The resulting gridlock has stretched from the Kara Bridge in Ogun State towards the 7Up Junction and other parts of Lagos, affecting motorists travelling in both directions. Traffic and security agencies, including the police, military, […]

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Courtois Puts Belgium Career on Hold Until 2027

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has announced that he will put his Belgium international career on hold until September 2027. The 34-year-old, who has 115 international appearances, will miss Belgium’s upcoming Nations League campaign under new head coach Mark Van Bommel. Courtois said his decision followed Van Bommel’s inability to guarantee him the starting goalkeeper position. “I have made the choice not to play the entire Nations League campaign with the Red Devils,” Courtois said. He, however, stated that he […]

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