16 minutes ago Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party

Says Tinubu economy reforms exacerbating hardship From Sola Ojo, Abuja The National Secretary of the Labour Party, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, has sounded the alarm on Nigeria’s escalating hunger crisis, citing a poverty rate of 40.7% and a staggering 87 million Nigerians living below the poverty line. This comes on the heels of a string […] The post Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 hours 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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43 minutes ago Sokoto Strikes: DHQ Blames ‘Secondary Explosion’ For Death Of ‘About 10 Persons’

A few days back, the Sokoto Government said ten villagers were killed and others injured after military strikes in the Silame Local Government Area of the state.  The post Sokoto Strikes: DHQ Blames ‘Secondary Explosion’ For Death Of ‘About 10 Persons’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 hours ago Petroleum tanker drivers express displeasure over exclusion from CNG scheme

By Adewale Sanyaolu The Petroleum Tanker Drivers Branch (PTD), of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), has expressed  displeasure over the exclusion of its members from the CNG scheme aimed at providing cheaper fuel options. The Union informed the Federal Government through the implementation agency-  Presidential  Compressed Natural Gas Initiative(PCNGi) that […] The post Petroleum tanker drivers express displeasure over exclusion from CNG scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 minutes ago Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver

Tribune Online Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Gunmen who abducted passengers in a commercial bus last week in Ekiti State have released their victims in a forest in Ondo State. It will be recalled that the kidnappers ambushed the bus on Sunday night at the Emure-Ekiti axis, abducting all passengers on board except two, who managed to escape during the ordeal. The […] Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Tribune Online

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29 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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4 hours ago 10 Civilians dead in Sokoto military airstrike amid efforts to target terrorists

At least 10 civilians lost their lives in an airstrike on two villages in Sokoto State on Wednesday, leaving communities in mourning. read more 10 Civilians dead in Sokoto military airstrike amid efforts to target terrorists

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27 minutes ago “One Arrested As NGO Website, Bank Account Hacked; ₦160m Missing” – VeryDarkMan Alleges

Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), a social media activist, has alleged that over ₦160 million was stolen from his NGO’s account due to a hacking incident. In an Instagram video shared on Friday, Otse detailed the situation, disclosing that the money had been transferred to an unidentified account. He also stated that one […] The post “One Arrested As NGO Website, Bank Account Hacked; ₦160m Missing” – VeryDarkMan Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 hours ago “Police Defying Court Order To Release Speed Darlington” – Adeyanju Alleges

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has alleged that the Nigerian police are stalling the release of rapper Speed Darlington, despite a federal high court order. The rapper was arrested on November 27 during a performance at a show in Owerri, Imo State. He was accused of cyberstalking Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy. Adeyanju and Stan Alieke, […] The post “Police Defying Court Order To Release Speed Darlington” – Adeyanju Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 minutes ago ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria

General Tchiani had claimed Nigeria was setting up a military camp in the north, in an area between Munguno and Baga in Borno State, allegedly codenamed “Canada,” and that French troops were stationed there near Niger’s border. The post ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 hours ago Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old kidnapping and armed robbery suspect, Pablo Mamu, originally from Delta State but operating in communities within the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that operatives recovered a locally-made pistol, one 9mm live ammunition, eight […] The post Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 minutes ago Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe

Tribune Online Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe The Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit Zone A has announced that one of its officers has been detained for shooting at the vehicle of an Ogun State-based businessman, Babatunde Adeyemo. The NCS also revealed that an investigation has been launched into the incident, which occurred on December 8, 2024, at a checkpoint on the […] Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe Tribune Online

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6 hours ago Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has charged Sokoto State residents to expose any criminals especially terrorists disturbing the state. General Musa warned civilians living with suspected Boko Haram or Lakurawa members to desist from such acts or face the consequences of their actions. He added that the military would not take responsibility […] The post Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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77 minutes ago Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram

Tribune Online Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the Federal Government’s response to accusations made by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, concerning Nigeria’s alleged collaboration with France in destabilising the Sahel region. In a strongly worded statement on Friday, the LND, through its spokesperson Dr Ladan Salihu, criticised the government for […] Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram Tribune Online

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10 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned 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 harbouring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Speed Darlington: I’ve reached out to everyone – Lawyer laments detention

Stan Alieke, one of the lawyers of detained singer, Speed Darlington, has lamented the artiste’s continued detention, saying he has reached out to everyone. Speed Darlington, who was recently granted bail by the Federal High Court, is still in custody after being arrested on November 27 on allegations of cyberstalking Grammy Award winner Burna Boy. […] The post Speed Darlington: I’ve reached out to everyone – Lawyer laments detention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 hours 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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2 hours ago Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty

Tribune Online Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty Nigerians are urging the government and private grassroots philanthropy to work together to address the needs of vulnerable populations. This call was made by Muyideen Okunlola Kayode, a social entrepreneur, and philanthropist, during a keynote speech at the Strategic Media Seminar organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Sobi FM Chapel. Kayode emphasised the […] Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty Tribune Online

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20 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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2 hours ago Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings

Tribune Online Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings The Bauchi State Project Office of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) on Friday flagged off the planting of 500 tree seedlings along the 5-kilometer Atiku Abubakar Road in Bauchi metropolis. The exercise, conducted in collaboration with the State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) and an NGO known as YALI Network Nigeria, aims to mitigate the […] Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings Tribune Online

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23 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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2 hours ago FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares The Federal Government’s transport palliative initiative is set to provide subsidised fares for travelers across 12 states, including Edo and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The scheme, executed in collaboration with key transport unions and companies, aims to cushion the high cost of transportation during the festive season. The Road Transport Employees Association of Nigeria […] FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares Tribune Online

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23 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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2 hours ago Insecurity: Military on course to squash bandits, needs our support — N’Delta groups

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Movement, Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta and Coalition of Youth Leaders for One Nigeria (COYLON) have defended the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the fight against insurgency, adding that Nigerians should provide use intelligence to enable soldiers achieve the aim. Leaders of the groups, […] The post Insecurity: Military on course to squash bandits, needs our support — N’Delta groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 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

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3 hours ago Lagos, Kaduna lead as police nab 23 suspects, recover weapons during Christmas crackdown 

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of 23 suspected armed robbers, hoodlums, and a notorious kidnapper during the Christmas celebration across the country. The arrests were part of heightened anti-crime operations initiated under the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to ensure public safety during the holiday season. This was Read More

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24 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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3 hours ago ‘No Subscription, No Problem’ – MultiChoice Offers Free Access To All DStv Channels

In a festive season surprise, MultiChoice Nigeria says that all DStv customers will have free access to all DStv channels from December 27 to 29, regardless of their current subscription package. According to a statement by MultiChoice Nigeria on Thursday, “No Subscription, No Problem! Switch on your DStv decoder for a gift like no other […] The post ‘No Subscription, No Problem’ – MultiChoice Offers Free Access To All DStv Channels appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 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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3 hours ago “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as anti-north. Mohammed made this known during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi State at the Government House on Thursday. The Governor, who also chairs the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, expressed concerns that the tax reform bills […] The post “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 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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3 hours ago Tinubu Congratulates Minister Sununu On Conferment Of Danmadin Yauri Title

President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Tanko Yusuf Sununu on his installation with the traditional title of Danmadin Yauri by His Royal Highness, Dr Muhammed Zayyanu Abdullahi, the Emir of Yauri in Kebbi State. Tinubu, in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo […]

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31 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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4 hours ago Trump takes aim at Biden, Canada, China and others in controversial Christmas message 

Donald Trump has subtly aimed at President Joe Biden, Canada, China, democrats in a Christmas message post on his social media platform. read more Trump takes aim at Biden, Canada, China and others in controversial Christmas message 

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4 hours ago FG debunks claims of alliance with France to undermine Niger’s stability

The Federal Government has categorically denied allegations made by Niger Republic’s military leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani. read more FG debunks claims of alliance with France to undermine Niger’s stability

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5 hours ago Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has expressed deep sadness over the news of the unprovoked attacks on Anwase community in Kwande Local Government Area, where innocent residents were reportedly murdered. Recall that on Christmas day, December 25, 2024, herdsmen militia invaded and attacked Communities in Kwande, killed 11 persons, […] The post Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians

Tribune Online FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians A real estate entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Pelcian Valley Nigeria Limited, Babatunde Adeyemo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently initiate measures to check the excesses of operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), especially on the use of arms on the highway. Using his personal experience as a reference, Adeyemo urged […] FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians Tribune Online

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5 hours ago “This Could Be Your Brother” – Lawyer Laments Lack Of Support For Speed Darlington Amid Detention

The ongoing detention of singer Speed Darlington by the Nigeria Police, despite a court order granting him bail, has sparked criticism from his legal representative, Stan Alieke. It is worth noting that Speed Darlington, arrested on November 27 for allegedly cyberstalking Grammy Award winner Burna Boy, has spent nearly a month in police custody, a […] The post “This Could Be Your Brother” – Lawyer Laments Lack Of Support For Speed Darlington Amid Detention appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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