91 minutes ago Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo

The Nigerian Navy, Forward Operating Base (FOB), Igbokoda, has intercepted a boat laden with about 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil at the Idiogba-Mahin coastline in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo. Commanding officer of the base Capt. Aliyu Usman,  made this known to journalists yesterday,during an assessment visit to the site. He said that […] The post Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 hours ago Yuletide: Rich Nigerians Should Care For Underprivileged, Says Uzodimma 

Governor of Imo State,  Hope Uzodimma has called on the Nigerian strongmen to make it a point of duty to care for the weak in their midst just as he urged the rich to show benevolence to the poor. Speaking at St. Lima of Rose Catholic Parish, Ozuh Omuma in Orlu Diocese, in Oru east […]

Politics

2 hours ago N5bn Contract: NLNG Denies Breaching Agreement With Contactor, Marcobard

Fierce cross-examination has continued in a Rivers State High Court, sitting in Port Harcourt, in the N5.074bn claim brought against the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG), by one of its contractors, Marcobard International Limited, and its chief executive officer, Shedrack Ogboru. Macobarb International Limited, an indigenous contractor had dragged the NLNG to court claiming […]

Politics

2 hours ago Tinubu lauds Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at’s contributions to national development

Tribune Online Tinubu lauds Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at’s contributions to national development PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has commended the contributions of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at to the social and economic development of Nigeria through the establishment of public facilities like schools, hospitals, mosques and mission centres. The president gave the commendation at the jama’at’s 70th Jalsa Salana (Islamic Conference), held in Ilaro, Ogun State. Tinubu, represented by his […] Tinubu lauds Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at’s contributions to national development Tribune Online

Politics

3 hours ago SAHEL CRISIS Federal Gov’t Dismisses Niger Leader’s Allegation Against Nigeria

The crisis in the Sahel region has taken a new dimension, with the Federal Government of Nigeria categorically refuting allegations by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that Nigeria is colluding with France to destabilise his country. Tchiani, in a viral video, also accused Nigerians of funding Boko Haram terror group and working with […]

Politics

5 hours ago Opposition slams APC as ‘hungry’ residents storm Bourdillon for palliatives

The opposition Labour Party; Peoples Democratic Party and others, on Thursday, lampooned the ruling All Progressives Congress over the country’s worsening poverty. The condemnation by the opposition parties followed a viral video showing long queues of Nigerians seeking foodstuffs at President Bola Tinubu’s Bourdillon residence in Lagos on Christmas Eve. Senator Ali Ndume, who shared Read More

Politics

10 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.

Politics

11 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.

Politics

11 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.

Politics

11 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

Politics

14 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.

Events

15 hours ago Sokoto airstrike killing innocent citizens devastating, outrageous – Atiku

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the airstrike that claimed the lives of civilians and left others injured in Sokoto State. PUNCH Online reports that a Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise Lakurawa terrorists, mistakenly hit Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in the Silame Read More

Events

15 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.

Events

17 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.

Events

20 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.

Economics