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Court Directs NDLEA to Submit Airport Staff Roster in Abba Kyari Drug Case
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

Court Directs NDLEA to Submit Airport Staff Roster in Abba Kyari Drug Case

A federal court has ordered the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to provide an airport staff roster connected to the ongoing cocaine trafficking case involving former police officer Abba Kyari. This move is part of Kyari's defense strategy, aiming to shift the blame to NDLEA officers implicated in the case.

Trump Sanctions Firing Squad Execution for Fort Hood Shooter Nidal Hasan
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

Trump Sanctions Firing Squad Execution for Fort Hood Shooter Nidal Hasan

In a historic decision, President Donald Trump has approved the execution of Nidal Hasan, the Army psychiatrist responsible for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that claimed 13 lives. This marks the first military execution by firing squad in over six decades, as the Pentagon confirms the execution's details will soon be established.

Wike Expresses Commitment to Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

Wike Expresses Commitment to Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has declared his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election, asserting that the upcoming campaign will be significantly less challenging than in 2023. During town hall meetings in Rivers State, Wike emphasized the importance of voting for Tinubu, citing his administration's contributions to the state.

JAMB to Establish UTME Centre in Canada by 2027 for Nigerian Students
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

JAMB to Establish UTME Centre in Canada by 2027 for Nigerian Students

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is set to introduce a Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) centre in Canada by 2027, expanding opportunities for Nigerian students abroad. This decision follows discussions held between JAMB Registrar Segun Aina and officials at the Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa.

University Acts Swiftly to Remove Kila Amid Fake Professorship Allegations
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

University Acts Swiftly to Remove Kila Amid Fake Professorship Allegations

In response to allegations of a fraudulent professorship, a Nigerian university has swiftly removed Mr. Kila's name and profile from its official website. This decisive action reflects the institution's commitment to uphold academic integrity and address misconduct within its ranks.

Governor Aiyedatiwa Attributes Ondo Aircraft Crash to Technical Faults, Not Weather
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

Governor Aiyedatiwa Attributes Ondo Aircraft Crash to Technical Faults, Not Weather

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has dismissed adverse weather as a factor in the recent Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash, suggesting that technical malfunctions were to blame. The ATR-42 aircraft went down during a routine mission from Benin to Lagos, prompting a search-and-rescue operation by the Nigerian Air Force.

UNICEF Clarifies Misinterpretation of Niger State Education Projections
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6 Oct•The Abuja Times

UNICEF Clarifies Misinterpretation of Niger State Education Projections

In response to claims made by Governor Bago, UNICEF has clarified that it did not predict a future absence of boys in Grade 7 in Niger State by 2027. This fact-checking initiative underscores the importance of accurate information dissemination in educational matters.

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