3 hours ago Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu

Tribune Online Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu The Chief Imam of Lekki Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, has counseled President Bola Tinubu to stay responsible and accountable to the people. He spoke on Friday as the President observed the Jumat prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos. A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, (Information & Strategy), informed that […] Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu Tribune Online

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36 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 “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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7 hours 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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30 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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8 hours ago Trends that will shape international education for Nigerian students in 2025 – Report

ApplyBoard released its 4th annual trends report, which reveals a notable decline in demand for traditional English-speaking study places. read more Trends that will shape international education for Nigerian students in 2025 – Report

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31 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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8 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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31 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 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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32 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 “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to put more efforts in governing  Nigerians. Laolu, while speaking on Channels TV’s show on Thursday, noted that many citizens in the country are expecting better performance from Tinubu than his predecessors. He also urged the former Lagos State governor to leave a […] The post “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 hours ago Nigeria partners Bloomberg to attract investors, rebrand nation’s image

The Nigerian government is set to partner with Bloomberg, a global media company, to rebrand the country’s global image and read more Nigeria partners Bloomberg to attract investors, rebrand nation’s image

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17 hours 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.

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18 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 […]

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19 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 […]

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20 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

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26 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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26 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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27 hours ago Timeline to appeal judgement nullifying Olaleye’s rape conviction expires Saturday

Tribune Online Timeline to appeal judgement nullifying Olaleye’s rape conviction expires Saturday The Lagos State Government has not filed any appeal against the Court of Appeal’s judgement that nullified Dr Femi Olaleye’s rape conviction, contrary to the expectations of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) that called for an appeal. Dr Olaleye, a medical practitioner and the managing director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, was charged with child defilement […] Timeline to appeal judgement nullifying Olaleye’s rape conviction expires Saturday Tribune Online

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27 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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28 hours ago Yuletide: FCT CP inspects recreational centres to assess security measures

In a bid to ensure public safety during the festive season, the Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, CP Olatunji Disu, conducted an operational visit to key recreational centres in Abuja on Thursday. The inspection tour covered popular spots, including Millennium Park, Jabi Park, Lugbe Shoprite, and Magic Land Amusement Park, which typically Read More

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28 hours ago Dangote Refinery’s fuel price slash, timely relief for Nigerians – NLC

By Bimbo Oyesola The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos Council, has lauded Dangote Refinery for the recent slash in fuel pump price, describing it as a timely economic relief for Nigerians. The NLC State Chairman, Funmi Sessi, who made the commendation in a statement yesterday, said Dangote Refinery came at the right time. She expressed […] The post Dangote Refinery’s fuel price slash, timely relief for Nigerians – NLC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 hours ago YP4T distributes food items, cash to over 2000 less privileged in Lagos

By Sunday Ani A group of Nigerian patriots under the aegis of Young Professionals For Tinubu (YP4T) has donated cash and food items to over 2000 indigent and less privileged members of the society including widows. The event, which was the fifth edition of the annual show of love and support, saw thousands of people […] The post YP4T distributes food items, cash to over 2000 less privileged in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 hours ago Fierce cross examination continues in NLNG, Macobarb N5bn contract crisis

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Fierce cross examination has continued in a Port Harcourt High Court in the N5.074 billion claim brought by Macobarb International and its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Shedrack Ogboru, against the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG). The defence lead counsel, Prof Bayo Adarelegbe, continued his detailed cross examination with Ogboru in […] The post Fierce cross examination continues in NLNG, Macobarb N5bn contract crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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