11 m. ago Kanu’s continued detention posing grave risks to his life – Ohanaeze

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Igbo communities in Canada have raised the alarm over the health condition of the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), warning that his his continued detention poses grave risks to his life. President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Canada, Chief Anicetus Nwizundu who stated this in a statement, urged the federal […] The post Kanu’s continued detention posing grave risks to his life – Ohanaeze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 m. ago Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, as they read more Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

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66 m. ago Alleged Genocide: US Lawmaker Urges Trump To Designate Nigeria As ‘Country Of Particular Concern’

  A United States congressman, Rep. Riley M. Moore, has called on President Donald Trump to immediately redesignate Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern (CPC)’ over what he described as the “systematic persecution and slaughter” of Christians in the country. In a letter dated October 6, 2025, and addressed to Secretary of State Marco […]

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75 m. ago ARISE News Anchor Somtochukwu For Burial In Anambra October 18

  The remains of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a staff of ARISE News Channels, who died after allegedly jumping from a three-storey building as a result of a robbery attack, will be buried on Saturday, October 18, 2025. According to the FCT Police Command’s account, Sommie, as she was fondly called by family, friends and colleagues, […]

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92 m. ago FG raises concerns over health condition of Nigerian facing trial in Benin Republic

Tribune Online FG raises concerns over health condition of Nigerian facing trial in Benin Republic She stated that the Ministry had made spirited effort to rescue the troubled Egbaji in line with the citizen diplomacy thrust of the Renewed Hope Agenda of FG raises concerns over health condition of Nigerian facing trial in Benin Republic Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Kwara Says No LGA Is Under Bandits’ Control, Accuses Peter Obi Of Spreading Fake News

  The Kwara State government, on Tuesday, clarified that no local government area of the state was under the control of bandits even as it accused Opposition figure, Peter Obi, of lending his platforms for the spread of fake news about security situation in the State. The government made this clarification in a statement signed […]

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5 h. ago Cross River Police Intercept Stolen Vehicle, Foil Armed Robbery In Calabar

The Cross River State Police Command has successfully recovered a stolen Toyota Camry, thwarting an attempt by suspected armed robbers to remove the vehicle from Calabar. The incident took place on Sunday night, October 5, 2025, involving a grey Toyota Camry with registration number YAD 549 ER, owned by Mr. Ikyum Mark of Etta Agbor […] The post Cross River Police Intercept Stolen Vehicle, Foil Armed Robbery In Calabar appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Police Nab 153 Suspects, Recover Motorcycle, Hard Drugs In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested 153 suspects and seized thousands of illicit drugs, cash, and a motorcycle in a major crackdown on crime. This was disclosed in a statement on Monday in Dutse, the state capital, by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam. According to the statement, “The operation, coordinated across […] The post Police Nab 153 Suspects, Recover Motorcycle, Hard Drugs In Jigawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Deji Adeyanju Doubts Payment Of BBNaija Prize Money, Says Winners Look ‘Broke’ After Show

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has raised doubts about whether winners of the Big Brother Naija reality show actually receive their full prize money. Taking to his Facebook page on Monday, Adeyanju questioned the transparency of the organisers, claiming that several past winners appear to have fallen into financial struggles after the show. […] The post Deji Adeyanju Doubts Payment Of BBNaija Prize Money, Says Winners Look ‘Broke’ After Show appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Economics

6 h. ago From Leica Cameras To 7000mAh Batteries: Xiaomi Unveils Its Latest Devices In Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria – October 7, 2025 – Xiaomi, a global technology leader committed to delivering innovation for everyone, officially launched its latest smartphones, the Xiaomi 15T and the REDMI 15, at an exciting media event in Lagos. The highly anticipated launch marks another major step in Xiaomi’s journey to make cutting-edge technology accessible to Nigerian […]

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7 h. ago WCQ: Broos highlights Bafana Bafana advantage over Nigeria, Benin Republic ahead final rounds

Hugo Broos, South Africa’s head coach, has emphasised his team’s edge over Nigeria and the Benin Republic as they prepare for the final stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers this month. According to Broos, Bafana Bafana has an advantage over Nigeria and Benin Republic in the race for the 2026 World Cup spot […] The post WCQ: Broos highlights Bafana Bafana advantage over Nigeria, Benin Republic ahead final rounds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Inflation Drop: World Bank Raises Nigeria, Other African Countries’ Growth Forecast

The development followed the Central Bank of Nigeria's easing of interest rates from 27.5 per cent to 27 per cent last month.  The post Inflation Drop: World Bank Raises Nigeria, Other African Countries’ Growth Forecast appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

From the discussions at GITEX Nigeria, held earlier this month in Abuja and Lagos, one message was clear: Africa’s digital read more Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

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10 h. ago Lagos Floods Displaced Over 3,000 Residents, Affect 6,000 – Sanwo

  Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, revealed that flooding incidents across the state have displaced over 3,000 residents. He added that more than 6,000 other residents have been affected by flooding between January and October this year. The disclosure was made during the World Habitat Day 2025 commemoration in Ikeja, Lagos, where Sanwo-Olu […] The post Lagos Floods Displaced Over 3,000 Residents, Affect 6,000 – Sanwo-Olu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Odumodublvck’s ‘Industry Machine’ Album Reaches Top Spot On Apple Music Nigeria Hours After Release

Nigerian rapper and songwriter Odumodublvck unveiled his long-awaited fifth studio album, Industry Machine, on Sunday, October 5, 2025. The album swiftly climbed the charts, claiming the No. 1 position on the Apple Music Nigeria Top Albums chart just hours after its release, overtaking Adekunle Gold’s Fuji. In a post on his X account on Monday, […] The post Odumodublvck’s ‘Industry Machine’ Album Reaches Top Spot On Apple Music Nigeria Hours After Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Culture

11 h. ago ACPN raises alarm over fake drugs, declares October as Pharmacy Rx Emblem Month

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has raised fresh concerns over the growing circulation of substandard and counterfeit medicines in the country, warning that the menace poses grave risks to public health and safety. Speaking during a press conference at the association’s office in Lagos, the National Chairman, Pharm. Ezeh […] The post ACPN raises alarm over fake drugs, declares October as Pharmacy Rx Emblem Month appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

13 h. ago Empowerment: Organisation moves to raise N100bn for military, paramilitary families

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A private organisation, Defend Trust Fund Campaign (DTFC), has concluded arrangements to launch a national campaign to raise funds to empower families of soldiers and other paramilitary personnel across the country. Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kaduna, the Lead Advocate, Defend Trust Fund […] The post Empowerment: Organisation moves to raise N100bn for military, paramilitary families appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

14 h. ago Transforming health sector in Gombe: Holds summit, raises blueprint for systemic change

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe When it comes to healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the statistics rarely inspire confidence. The country continues to grapple with high maternal and child mortality rates, overburdened tertiary hospitals, underfunded primary health centres, and an exodus of health workers seeking better opportunities abroad. Against this backdrop, Gombe State is charting an ambitious […] The post Transforming health sector in Gombe: Holds summit, raises blueprint for systemic change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nigeria’s Next Drug Control Master Plan Must Address Emerging Threats — Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the illicit drug trade in Nigeria. […]

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17 h. ago Insecurity: Kogi Governor Declares War On Illegal Mining, Banditry

In a decisive move to tackle the rising security challenges in the State, Kogi State governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has vowed to put an end to illegal mining and banditry in the state. The governor made this declaration on Monday during a visit to Isanlu-Esa in Yagba West local government area, which was recently […]

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