1 hour ago Presidency, Sokoto Border Communities Dismiss Niger’s Allegations Against Nigeria

The Presidency has dismissed accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that President Bola Tinubu was collaborating with France to destabilise his country. The special adviser to the president on policy communication, Daniel Bwala, described the claims as baseless and divisive in a video shared on his verified X account. “The choice of language […]

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4 hours ago Burna Boy using influence to keep Speed Darlington in police custody, lawyer claims

Stan Alieke, the lawyer to controversial rapper, Darlington Achakpo, aka Speed Darlington/Akpi, has alleged that popular singer, Burna Boy, is using his influence to keep his client in police custody despite a court ruling ordering his release. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “There is no gainsaying that there are a lot of Read More

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19 hours ago Despite Negative Critical Reviews Tyler Perry’s WW2 Film Gains Global Success

In spite of negative critiques, Tyler Perry’s latest World War II (WW2) film ‘The Six Triple Eight’, has gained global streaming success. It stands as the second most streamed film on Netflix in Christmas week, topped only by the Die-Hard-like thriller, ‘Carry-On’ starring British actor, Taron Egerton. Post its release, the Perry-directed film received mixed […]

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4 hours ago 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list

The London-based New African magazine on Friday released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman […] The post 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago My brother’s injuries showed police tortured him to death– Sibling of man who died in Kwara cell

Ismail Jimoh, elder brother of late Abdulqadir Jimoh, the 35-year-old poultry farmer who died in Kwara State Police Command cell, speaks to TUNDE OYEKOLA about the circumstances that led to his brother’s arrest by the Kwara State Police Command and his death What is your relationship with Jimoh Abdulqadir who allegedly died in a police Read More

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9 hours ago Allegation Of Nigeria, France Collusion To Destabilise Niger Baseless — Presidency

The Presidency has again rejected accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, alleging collaboration between President Bola Tinubu with France to destabilise his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, in a video shared on his verified X account, described the claims as baseless and divisive. “The choice of language […]

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13 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has maintained that its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day targeted only the Lakurawa terrorist group and its logistics base leading to a secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 hours ago Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy

says Nigerians facing severe hardship, hunger hosts widows, elderly to Christmas party From John Adams, Minna A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State, Hon. Jonathan Vatsa has described the current economic hardship being faced by Nigerians as severe, saying that majority of […] The post Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 hours ago Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Presidency has dismissed claims by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing President Bola Tinubu of colluding with France to destabilize his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, described the allegations as baseless propaganda, designed to create chaos and incite bad blood in northern […] The post Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 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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10 hours ago Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu has stated that Nigeria’s relationship with France is strictly economic and has no military implications. Ribadu, who made the clarification during an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, was reacting to an allegation made by the leader of Niger’s military junta, General Abdourahmane Tchiani. Tchiani alleged that Nigeria allowed […] The post Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 hours ago Sharia Court: Man flogged in mosque for spending time alone with woman

Tribune Online Sharia Court: Man flogged in mosque for spending time alone with woman A 42-year-old construction worker in Malaysia’s conservative state of Terengganu was publicly flogged inside a mosque on Friday after being convicted by a Sharia court for the Islamic offence of spending time alone with a woman who was neither his wife nor relative. The man, clad in an orange inmate’s jumpsuit, was transported to the […] Sharia Court: Man flogged in mosque for spending time alone with woman Tribune Online

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14 hours ago Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has noted that desperate politicians in the country were behind the allegations by the military leader of Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming that Nigeria was colluding with France to destabilize his country. However, in a statement on Friday by the Convener of ATT, […] The post Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 hours ago NEC gives Edo govt, police 14 days ultimatum to vacate NLC secretariat

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Edo State government and the state Commissioner of Police 14 days ultimatum to vacate the secretariat of the Edo State chapter of the NLC or face a legal action. The ultimatum is contained in a communique issued […] The post NEC gives Edo govt, police 14 days ultimatum to vacate NLC secretariat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours 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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16 hours 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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16 hours 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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16 hours ago ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen

Tribune Online ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen Social media users have continued to react to the alleged diversion of funds from the NGO account of popular activist and social critic, VeryDarkMan. Tribune Online reports that the controversial figure, in an Instagram post on Monday, raised the alarm over the hacking of his NGO account, where N180 million was stolen. According to him, […] ‘Politicians will be proud of him,’ reactions as VeryDarkMan claims N180m NGO money stolen Tribune Online

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16 hours ago FULL LIST: Tinubu’s nephew, Dangote, Lookman, others make 100 most influential Africans in 2024

In 2024, Africa continues to make waves globally, with individuals from various sectors driving innovation, development, and progress. The New African magazine, in a press release on Friday, unveiled its list of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, spotlighting individuals who have made significant impacts across politics, business, science, sports, and civil society. The Read More

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17 hours 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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17 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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17 hours 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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18 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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18 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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20 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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