65 m. ago Utomi, Ighodalo call on Nigeria’s elite to drive national transformation

By Chinelo Obogo Leading voices in public policy have called on prominent Nigerians to take more responsibility in pushing for social change and political engagement. Speaking at a recent virtual summit themed ‘Elites, architects of change’ hosted by the Institute for National Transformation (INT), economist, Prof. Pat Utomi and the Senior Pastor of Trinity House, […] The post Utomi, Ighodalo call on Nigeria’s elite to drive national transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Kalu celebrates SEDC MD, Okoye on birthday, lauds his dedication to S’East dev’t

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Former Abia State Governor and Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Orji Uzor Kalu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Managing Director of the Commission, Mark Okoye Jnr. In a goodwill message on his official social media platform yesterday, Senator Kalu described Okoye as a […] The post Kalu celebrates SEDC MD, Okoye on birthday, lauds his dedication to S’East dev’t appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack

The Benue State Government has confirmed the arrest of 33 men from Northern Nigeria who arrived in Makurdi on Saturday, June 15, 2025, sparking fears of a coordinated security threat in the wake of persistent killings in the state. According to reports, the men were conveyed in two buses and attempted to take residence in […] The post Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tinubu to declare open legislative dialogue on State Police, national security architecture

Tribune Online Tinubu to declare open legislative dialogue on State Police, national security architecture President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Monday declare open a high-level legislative dialogue on security, focusing on Nigeria's national security architecture. Tinubu to declare open legislative dialogue on State Police, national security architecture Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Lagos CP orders probe into release of six killer cult members

Tribune Online Lagos CP orders probe into release of six killer cult members Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has ordered an investigation into the role of the Tactical Team in the Okokomaiko area of the state in the release of six suspected dreaded cult members. Lagos CP orders probe into release of six killer cult members Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Police Intensify Crackdown On Thuggery, Raid Criminals’ Hideouts In Kano

The Kano State Police Command has launched a series of coordinated raids on identified criminals’ hideouts across the state in a renewed crackdown on thuggery, locally known as Daba. The operations, which commenced over the weekend, were part of ongoing efforts to dismantle violent gangs and restore peace in Kano metropolis. This was revealed in […]

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11 h. ago Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security

Tribune Online Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Some young men thronged the streets of Makurdi, Benue State capital to protest the killings of people by suspected armed herders. Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Fathers’ Day: Okpebholo urges fathers to love their children as God’s gifts

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, drew a similarity between the dedication required in fatherhood and in leadership at a special thanksgiving mass to mark the second year in office of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku to commemorate Father’s Day celebration. Addressing the […] The post Fathers’ Day: Okpebholo urges fathers to love their children as God’s gifts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Police Arrest Suspected Dealer Over Vandalised Power Equipment In Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, Mr. Maduka, for allegedly dealing in vandalised electric equipment. Maduka, according to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, was arrested at Fegge area of Onitsha over the weekend following a tip off.   SP Ikenga said bags of vandalised […]

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11 h. ago Ebonyi: Outrage as murder suspect allegedly shielded by DSS officer walks free

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The people of Umuka community in Okposi, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State are demanding justice over the murder of a young woman, allegedly last seen in the custody of a local youth. The suspect is alleged to be walking free following protection by his relative who works in the […] The post Ebonyi: Outrage as murder suspect allegedly shielded by DSS officer walks free appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings

IGP takes over security in Benue From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Angry youths, on Sunday, June 15, 2025, took over the Wurukum Roundabout in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, protesting the renewed killings across the state. Recall that in the early hours of Saturday, June 14, 2025, gunmen suspected to be herdsmen attacked Yelwata and Daudu […] The post Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago OYRTMA rescues passerby injured by reckless tricyclist in Ibadan, urges strict compliance with traffic rules

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has condemned the reckless behaviour of a tricycle rider whose violation of traffic laws caused a serious accident in Ibadan, leaving pedestrian Mr. Oladayo Adisa severely injured. In a statement issued on Sunday by OYRTMA Chairman, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd.), the accident occurred […] The post OYRTMA rescues passerby injured by reckless tricyclist in Ibadan, urges strict compliance with traffic rules appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Bauchi Police Officer Dies In Auto Crash On Way To His Wedding

A tragic accident has claimed the life of Superintendent of Police (SP) Mustapha Garba, a serving officer with the Bauchi State Police Command, who died on Saturday while on his way to his wedding in Toro local government area of the State. According to police reports, SP Garba was travelling from Gumau to Magaman-Gumau for […]

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13 h. ago Akpabio, Otti, Katung, others to be honoured in UK at Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Abia State Governor Alex Otti are among prominent Nigerians set to be honoured at the 2025 Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards International, scheduled for September 14, 2025, at the Hilton Leeds City Hotel in the United Kingdom. In a statement released over the weekend, Executive Director of […] The post Akpabio, Otti, Katung, others to be honoured in UK at Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NDLEA Alerts Parents About Dangerous Trend Of Illicit Drugs Hidden In Snacks

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has advised parents to closely monitor their children’s bags and pockets for any suspicious-looking snacks. Femi Babafemi, spokesperson for the agency, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to raise alarm over recent findings where illicit drugs were disguised as everyday snacks. “Narco-trend: Parents, please pay attention to those […] The post NDLEA Alerts Parents About Dangerous Trend Of Illicit Drugs Hidden In Snacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Father’s Day: Families Thrive When Fathers Are Involved — Remi Tinubu

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has commended Nigerian fathers for their dedication to raising responsible children and strengthening the fabric of society, stressing that families, and by extension, the nation, thrive when fathers are actively involved in parenting. In a statement to mark the 2025 Father’s Day, the First Lady celebrated the […]

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17 h. ago Otti celebrates Chief Zebrudaya of New Masquerade comedy series at 75

Alex OttI, governor of Abia State, has asserted that it is more rewarding to celebrate people while they are alive read more Otti celebrates Chief Zebrudaya of New Masquerade comedy series at 75

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19 h. ago I Took Breakup With Oluwadolarz Public To End Any Chance Of Reconciliation — Ifeluv

Ifeoluwa Adegoke, popularly known as Ifeluv and the ex-fiancée of Oluwadolarz, who also shares a child with him, has made it clear she would never consider getting back into a relationship with the skit maker. The duo, who had been together for seven years, got engaged in 2024. But in March, Ifeluv announced their split, […] The post I Took Breakup With Oluwadolarz Public To End Any Chance Of Reconciliation — Ifeluv appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Counterfeit Dollars, POS Machines Recovered As Seven Fraud Suspects Arrested In Jigawa

Joint security operatives have arrested seven suspected fraudsters in Kankare and Zurkuda villages, located in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The spokesman of the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Lawan Shiisu, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday. He stated that the suspects were apprehended during a joint operation conducted on […] The post Counterfeit Dollars, POS Machines Recovered As Seven Fraud Suspects Arrested In Jigawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago 183 Suspects Nabbed As Police Raid Criminal Hideouts In Kaduna

A total of 183 individuals have been apprehended following the Kaduna State Police Command’s intensified raid on criminal hideouts and notorious spots across the state. Divisional Police Officers in key metropolitan areas spearheaded the operation, which also uncovered hard drugs and dangerous weapons. In a statement issued in Kaduna on Saturday, the Command’s Public Relations […] The post 183 Suspects Nabbed As Police Raid Criminal Hideouts In Kaduna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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