Arsenal FC winger, Bukayo Saka is set to miss several weeks of action after suffering a knee injury during the Gunners’ emphatic 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday. Mikel Arteta confirmed the devastating news during Monday’s press conference ahead of the Ipswich Town clash, revealing that the injury is more serious than initially feared. Read More

The Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to finding a lasting solution to thuggery just as it announced that it has uncovered the root cause of recent violence that disturbed the peace in the state. This was revealed in a statement on Monday by Director of Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe. According Read More

The Federal Government has subjected 1,743 suspected terrorists to trial in six phases since 2017 to date. A total of 742 convictions were secured, while 888 suspects have been discharged and acquitted due to lack of evidence, among other reasons. Meanwhile, 92 trials have been adjourned to future dates. The Director of Public Prosecution of […]

Tribune Online How I had appendicitis surgery while three months pregnant — Wizkid’s partner, Jada Pollock Jada Pollock, a renowned music executive and talent manager, has disclosed a life-threatening health challenge she faced earlier this year while three months pregnant. In a post shared on her X account on Monday, Pollock recounted being rushed to the hospital for an emergency appendicitis surgery, describing it as the most frightening experience of her […] How I had appendicitis surgery while three months pregnant — Wizkid’s partner, Jada Pollock Tribune Online

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has called on motorists to exercise caution and patience while driving, especially during the festive season, to ensure the safety of its sanitation workers. The agency also urged residents to properly bagg and containerise their waste. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, made the appeal on Monday at Read More

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of four suspected terrorists linked to the notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, in Kuje Correctional Centre. The trial judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, issued the remand order after the alleged bandits took their pleas. All four defendants present in court pleaded not guilty to the Read More

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Kano State government has prohibted marriages between intending couples with similar genotypes that could lead to the birth of children with sickle cell anaemia. A statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity to the State Governor,  Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said on Monday that the policy was intended to […] The post Kano govt outlaws marriages between intending couples with similar sickle cell causing genotypes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

A quick Bitcoin (BTC) drop snowballed into over $500 million in liquidations, with the XRP price recording an unusually high loss of over 15%. This drop was from $2.58 to $2.19, eventually correcting to $2.43 as markets recovered. Currently, XRP price is down by 7% and is trading at $2.39. This drop coincided with BTC Read More

Launches “Operation Eagle Eye” to promote road safety during yuletide From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) on Monday disclosed that it successfully rescued over 3,500 lives from various emergencies through 165 calls on its 112 emergency toll-free number. Acting Director-General of FEMD, Abdulrahman Mohammed, made the disclosure while giving […] The post 3,500 lives saved from emergency evacuation in FCT in 2024 – Ag. DG FEMD appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has said that 105 persons were rescued, while four lives were lost following several incidents of building collapse across the Territory in 2024. The acting director-general of FEMD, Engr. Abdulrahman Mohammed, revealed the details during a press briefing on Monday in Abuja. He noted that the collapses […]

South Sudan is facing a “completely overwhelming” influx of refugees from war-torn Sudan as well as a rapidly growing cholera epidemic, Doctors Without Borders warned Monday. The medical charity said up to 5,000 people were crossing the border every day. The United Nations recently put the figure even higher at 7,000 to 10,000 a day. Read More

The federal government has disclosed that about N2 billion have been disbursed to 1,616 cancer patients in Nigeria through the read more FG disburses about N2bn to 1616 indigent cancer patients for treatment

Tribune Online Alleged terrorism: Court orders remand of suspects linked to Bello Turji A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the remand of four suspected terrorists linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, in Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja. The trial Judge, Justice Emeka Nwite made the order in a short ruling on Monday, after the defendants pleaded not guilty to the 11-count terrorism charges slammed […] Alleged terrorism: Court orders remand of suspects linked to Bello Turji Tribune Online

The inspector-general of police, IGP Olukayode Egbetekun, has unveiled the Police Insurance Company Ltd, which is aimed at securing the future of the families of Police officers and Nigerians at large. Speaking at the unveiling event in Abuja on Monday, the IGP said the concept of establishing the insurance company was conceived six years ago […]

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued a stern warning regarding the 2025 Federal Budget of Restoration, emphasising the need for transparency and accountability. In a statement released by its Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), the organisation condemned practices such as budget padding and questionable allocations, particularly funds […] The post CISLAC warns against budget padding, demands accountability in 2025 federal budget appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

United States President Joe Biden on Monday commuted the death sentences of 37 of 40 federal inmates to life sentences, taking action ahead of the return of president-elect Donald Trump who oversaw a sweeping number of lethal injections during his first term. With less than a month left in office, Biden had faced growing calls Read More

Nasarawa State Government has sealed and cordoned the mining site of Trimadix Geomin Consult Limited, a lithium mining firm, with read more Nasarawa govt seals mining site, arrests manager over illegal operations

The Lagos State Government has called on show promoters, non-governmental organisations and private individuals to ensure proper crowd management before organising any events to avoid stampede. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotosho, made the call during a press conference on Sunday. He said that it was important to warn event planners […] The post Stampedes: Palliative Distributors, Shows Promoters Must Get Approval – Lagos Govt Warns, Vows To Punish Defaulters appeared first on Information Nigeria.

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed as false a viral news story alleging that the Inspector-General of Police, IG Kayode Egbetokun, has instructed citizens to physically assault and throw stones at police officers who request to search their phones during stop-and-search operations. In a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Read More

Tribune Online Alleged misconduct: IGP never ordered attacks on Police personnel — Force PRO As the preparations for the Yuletide celebrations heat up, the Nigeria Police Force High Command has dismissed a viral story claiming that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has instructed citizens to physically assault and throw stones at police officers who request to search their phones. In a statement made available to newsmen […] Alleged misconduct: IGP never ordered attacks on Police personnel — Force PRO Tribune Online

Tribune Online Forex crisis, freight charges frustrating FG’s food import waiver policy —Experts NIGERIANS may have to make do with what they can afford to celebrate the yelutide season as prices of basic food items remain high, beyond the reach of the average citizen despite import duty waivers on some food items granted by the Federal Government to tame the rising prices. The import duty waivers granted on […] Forex crisis, freight charges frustrating FG’s food import waiver policy —Experts Tribune Online

Tribune Online Squatter gets homeowner arrested, charged with ‘criminal trespass’ in Georgia A Georgia homeowner was arrested and charged with criminal trespass after she attempted to move back into her own house, which was reportedly inhabited by a squatter. “To see that woman walk into my mom’s house while I was in the police car, something is wrong with this picture. Something is inherently wrong with this […] Squatter gets homeowner arrested, charged with ‘criminal trespass’ in Georgia Tribune Online

By Seyi Babalola Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka will be sidelined for “a number of weeks” due to a hamstring injury sustained during Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Crystal Palace, according to manager Mikel Arteta on Monday. When asked at a press conference about the condition of the 23-year-old England international, Arteta responded: “It’s not looking promising. […] The post EPL: Arsenal winger Saka out for ‘many weeks’ with hamstring injury – Arteta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has shed light on the controversy surrounding the proposed tax reform bills, emphasizing that his call for withdrawal was not opposition, but a push for wider consultation. Makinde, on Sunday, explained that the National Economic Council (NEC) unanimously agreed to withdraw the bill from the National Assembly to facilitate broader […] The post ‘Focus On The Message, Not The Messenger’ – Makinde Clarifies Stance On Tax Reform Bills appeared first on Information Nigeria.

A lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, Senator Ali Ndume, has claimed that northern part of the country is a big asset and not liability. Speaking in a statement on Sunday, Ndume stated that all states and regions in Nigeria need one another to survive no matter how rich they are. The lawmaker also insisted […] The post “Northern Region Is An Asset, Not Liability To Nigeria” – Ndume Says, Insists Tax Reform Bill Must Be Withdrawn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, Edwin Clark has berated Northern Governors over their approaches to controversial tax reform bill. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legislation, submitted by President Bola Tinubu, has passed second reading at the Senate. The bill, according to northern stakeholders, was designed to cripple economy of the region. It was […] The post Tax Reform Bill: “Stop Arrogance Of Power” – Edwin Clark Knocks Northern Govs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has disclosed why the 36 governors demanded wider consultation on President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr Sulaimon Olanrewaju on Sunday, Makinde said it was to carry the entire country along given the bills’ far-reaching implications. He also […] The post Tax reform bills: Why 36 governors demanded wider consultation – Makinde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

The Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN) has raised awareness among micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) read more BRIPAN urges businesses to seek professional recovery support amid harsh economic climate

Following the recent price cuts by Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), some motorists in Nigeria expressed hope that this translates to lower petrol prices for Nigerians. Recall that Dangote had on December 19, 2024, reduced its petrol price to N899.50 per litre, for marketers. NNPC, yesterday, also followed suit, slashing […]

Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, a comedian and filmmaker, has criticized some of his colleagues for failing to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage in their films. The movie star argued that most recent epic films do not highlight the country’s culture. In an interview with Hip TV, Shared on YouTube on Sunday, Basketmouth said […] The post “Most Recent Epic Films Look Like Stage Plays, Missed Chance To Promote Nigeria’s Culture” – Basketmouth appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, his Bayelsa and Plateau State counterparts, Senator Douye Diri and Caleb Mutfwang, respectively, on Sunday, graced the grand finale of the 2nd edition of the annual Southern Kaduna Cultural Festival (SKFest). The event, which took place at the Kafanchan township stadium, has had the Senator representing Kaduna South, Barr. […]