43 minutes ago No French military presence in Nigeria, FG replies Niger president Tchiani

The Federal Government has dismissed claims made by Niger Republic’s President, Abdourahamane Tchiani, regarding the presence of a French military camp in Borno State. Tchiani made the claim during his Christmas Day Broadcast. In a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alkasim Abdulkadir on Read More

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61 minutes ago Osun Governor Pardons Man Sentenced To Death For Stealing Chicken, 52 Others

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday, granted pardon to Segun Olowookere, who was sentenced to death by hanging for stealing a chicken and eggs in 2010. This decision comes after Olowookere’s story went viral, sparking widespread public outcry. Olowookere’s parents had claimed that their son was wrongly accused and arrested by police officers from […] The post Osun Governor Pardons Man Sentenced To Death For Stealing Chicken, 52 Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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73 minutes ago Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints

Commuters in Imo and Abia states travelling for the Christmas celebration and other private purposes have cried out over the astronomical hike in fares by transporters. They also bemoaned the longer travelling time and stress occasioned by the “numerous” military and police checkpoints mounted at close range on the various routes in the South-East states. […] The post Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Passengers stranded as water hyacinths obstruct boat movements in Lagos

Some passengers travelling from Badore Ferry Terminal in Ajah, Eti-Osa to Ikorodu area of  Lagos State through the waterways, yesterday, were stranded as water hyacinths hampered boat movements. The passengers, in separate interviews at the jetty, expressed disappointment at the ugly situation on the waterways. A passenger, Mr. Tunde Adaranijo, said he arrived the jetty […] The post Passengers stranded as water hyacinths obstruct boat movements in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Niger Republic’s military leader’s allegations against Nigeria baseless, says Information Minister 

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the allegations of the the military leader of the Republic of Niger, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming non-existent collusion between Nigeria and France to destabilize Niger is baseless.  Idris, in a statement issued in Abuja, also said the Federal Government strongly […] The post Niger Republic’s military leader’s allegations against Nigeria baseless, says Information Minister  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers

As Nigerians celebrate the yuletide amid the hardship and increasing food inflation in the country, the Cross River State Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-governmental Relations, Oden Ewa, has extended his philanthropic gestures to people of Yakurr Local Government Area of the state, to ease their sufferings and enable them have a joyous Christmas celebration. […] The post Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups

Former Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign Organisation, Doyin Okupe, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his performance. Mr. Okupe claimed that it will be very  difficult for opposition parties to unseat President Tinubu in 2027, due to his current score card. The former presidential aide also noted that every alliances formed against Tinubu […] The post 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 hours ago “Women Dating Older Men In Their 20s Leave Them Single At 30” – Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has shared his perspective on why numerous women remain single in their 30s. He attributed their singleness to the decisions they made earlier in life. According to him, the majority of single women in their 30s dated married older men in their 20s while turning off younger potential husbands. […] The post “Women Dating Older Men In Their 20s Leave Them Single At 30” – Kanayo O. Kanayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Atiku Slams Nigeria Millitary Over Killing Of Innocent Citizens In Sokoto

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has condemned the accidental bombing by the Nigerian Air Force which claimed lives of many villagers in Rumtuwa and Gidan Sama communities, Sokoto State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the unfortunate incident which happened on Wednesday, left others injured. It was gathered that a Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise […] The post Atiku Slams Nigeria Millitary Over Killing Of Innocent Citizens In Sokoto appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harboring suspected criminals

Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warn civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto during his visit to the troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harboring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Japa: Seven Monaco staffing agencies currently recruiting Nigerians, others

Tribune Online Japa: Seven Monaco staffing agencies currently recruiting Nigerians, others Seven leading staffing agencies in Monaco are actively recruiting skilled professionals from Nigeria and other countries to fill critical roles across various industries. The agencies, which specialise in sectors such as finance, IT, hospitality, and luxury services, offer job placements with work visa sponsorship and relocation support, making Monaco an attractive destination for international job […] Japa: Seven Monaco staffing agencies currently recruiting Nigerians, others Tribune Online

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4 hours ago Sokoto govt reitrates commitment to persons with disabilities’ welfare, inclusion

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State government says it is committed to improving the socio-economic well-being of persons living with disability in the state. Hajiya Amina Abubakar Kaoje, Head, State Agency for Disabilities stated this in Sokoto during the distribution of startup tools to persons with disabilities by the Leprosy Mission Nigeria. Hajiya Kaoje […] The post Sokoto govt reitrates commitment to persons with disabilities’ welfare, inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Nwosu to Soludo: You can’t schedule action on security matters like social appointment

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State governorship aspirant on the platform of Labour Party, John Chuma Nwosu, has faulted the decision of Governor Chukwuma Soludo to launch full onslaught against criminal elements through Operation Udo Ga Achi in January 2025. Nwosu who spoke in a statement in Awka on Boxing Day in reaction to […] The post Nwosu to Soludo: You can’t schedule action on security matters like social appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 hours ago Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has reacted to the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs warning against citing the Sayawa Chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa town. Mohammed spoke on Thursday when the State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) paid him a Christmas visit at Government House, Bauchi, on […] The post Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 hours ago Sokoto Gov’t Donates N20m To Military Airstrike Victims’ Families As Tambuwal Seeks Justice

The Sokoto State government has donated the sum of N20million to the families of the victims of Wednesday’s accidental bombing on civilian communities in Sokoto State.   This was disclosed when political gladiators in the State stormed Silame local government area of the State to attend the burial of victims of the alleged military airstrikes […]

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7 hours ago “Release Queen Naomi, Arrest Parents Of Ibadan Stampede Victims” – Actor Femi Branch tells Police

Nigerian actor Femi Branch has voiced his concerns over the detention of Queen Naomi Silekunola, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and Islamic High School principal Abdullahi Fasasi, who are being held at the Agodi Correctional Centre until January 13. Their remand stems from a tragic stampede in Ibadan on December 18, which occurred during a children’s funfair […] The post “Release Queen Naomi, Arrest Parents Of Ibadan Stampede Victims” – Actor Femi Branch tells Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 hours ago Police keeping Speed Darlington in custody despite court order, says Deji Adeyanju

Activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has stated that the police have refused to grant bail to rapper Darlington Okoye, better known as Speed Darlington, despite the Federal High Court in Abuja’s bail decision issued on Monday, December 23. The rapper has been in police custody since November 27, when he was re-arrested by Nigerian police in […] The post Police keeping Speed Darlington in custody despite court order, says Deji Adeyanju appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 hours ago ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to national security, economic transformation, and the well-being of all citizens. In a Christmas message on Wednesday, Shettima assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration remains dedicated to improving their lives. “As we approach a new year, I want to […] The post ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 hours ago Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured

22 persons were injured after a vehicle crashed into a Christian procession in the Tumfure town, close to Gombe, on Wednesday, according to the Gombe State Police Command. In a statement to reporters, the command’s spokesperson, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, stated that no fatalities had been reported in the incident, and that the injured were being […] The post Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 hours ago Beware Of Factional Distractions, NNPP Remains Strong, United – Shittu

The former national chairman of the Alliance National Party, Asiwaju Moshood Shittu, has dismissed rumours of a faction within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), describing such claims as unfounded and misleading. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja, Shittu reaffirmed that the NNPP, under the leadership of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, remains united, stronger, […]

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