5 h. ago Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has praised Ayiri Emami, a prominent Itsekiri leader, businessman, and philanthropist, for his outstanding peace building contributions as he marks his 50th birthday on April 26. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Emami’s unwavering commitment to nation-building, highlighting his […] The post Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ogun Police Arrest Three Suspects, Recover Human Parts From Buildings Disguised As White Garment Churches

Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have uncovered human body parts concealed inside buildings disguised as Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Kobape town and Abiola Way in Abeokuta. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the discovery was made following the arrest of three suspects, identified as Sunday Akintobi, Oladimeji Olaniran, and Isaiah Tijani. They were apprehended on […] The post Ogun Police Arrest Three Suspects, Recover Human Parts From Buildings Disguised As White Garment Churches appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Again, suspected cultists kill leader of rival cult in Yenagoa

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa There is heightened tension among residents of Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, following the killing of Olotu Wanemi Omubo, an alleged leader of the Bobos cult group in the state. The deceased, an indigene of Nembe in Nembe Local Government Area of the State, was also a beneficiary of the Presidential […] The post Again, suspected cultists kill leader of rival cult in Yenagoa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Bayelsa mega rally: Organisers warn troublemakers to steer clear of venue

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa George Turnah, the lead convener of the NEW Associates, a pro-Tinubu grassroots group, has warned troublemakers to steer clear of the venue of the mega rally and official inauguration of the group slated for today. Turnah, who spoke at a stakeholder meeting ahead of the mega rally to appreciate President Bola […] The post Bayelsa mega rally: Organisers warn troublemakers to steer clear of venue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Sokoto Police Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Sokoto State Police Command have arrested some individuals, suspected to be terrorists in the state. In a statement on Friday, by Spokesman for the command, Ahmed Rufai, disclosed that security agents from the State Intelligence Department apprehended one Bello Ibrahim, popularly known as Bello Currency, and four others. Ahmed identified the remaining suspects […] The post Sokoto Police Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Edo community raises concern over herdsmen activities, wants DPO transferred

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The inhabitants of Agbede community in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State have raised the concern over the spate of kidnapping and killing in the community and its surrounding villages by suspected herdsmen. The community in their protest match to draw the attention of the Inspector General of Police, […] The post Edo community raises concern over herdsmen activities, wants DPO transferred appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Police Hand Over 9 Suspected Child Traffickers To NAPTIP In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command said a syndicate specialising in buying and selling of children to unknown buyers in parts of the country has been smashed while handling over nine suspects to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons (NAPTIP).   The state Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Azare disclosed this […]

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31 h. ago Banditry: Southern Kaduna Community Hails Gov Sani For Military Base

Residents of Barga, Awon ward in Kachia local government area in the southern part of Kaduna State, have commended Governor Uba Sani for approving the establishment of a Military Forward Operations Base (FOB). The residents gave the commendation during a tour of the project by the APC stakeholders in Kachia. Barga community leader Zanko Adamu […]

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31 h. ago 13 arrested for alleged gang rape, abortion and death of teenage girl

From Paul Orude Bauchi Bauchi State Police Command has arrested 13 suspects in connection with an alleged gang rape and unsafe abortion that led to the death of an 18-year old teenager. The incident which happened in Misau town in Misau Local Government Area of the State has shocked residents. The police Public Relations Officer, […] The post 13 arrested for alleged gang rape, abortion and death of teenage girl appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Benue: Seven killed by suspected herdsmen in midnight attack

A fresh attack on Agbo Vengav community of Udam in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State resulted in the killing of seven people, including women and children. According to reports, several others were missing following the attack by gunmen, which took place around 1:00 am on Friday. A source who pleaded anonymity revealed […] The post Benue: Seven killed by suspected herdsmen in midnight attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Ponzi: Report Any Suspected Illegal Investment Schemes, SEC Urges Nigerians

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged Nigerians to report any suspected illegal investment schemes to the commission for proper investigation and necessary action. In a notice issued yesterday, the SEC warned the investing public about the significant dangers posed by Ponzi investment schemes, which threaten the growth of the capital market. In its […]

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32 h. ago FCT Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Fatal Attack On Boys Brigade Camp

Three suspects have been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command in connection with the attack on the Boys Brigade camping site in Zhayidna Village, Orozo. One of the campers, named Johnson John, was reportedly killed in the attack. The suspects arrested are Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu, all of whom reside […] The post FCT Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Fatal Attack On Boys Brigade Camp appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Navy Dismantles Illegal Refineries, Apprehends Six In Bayelsa, Delta, Anambra

Troops of the Nigerian Navy’s Operation Delta Sanity and its units have arrested six suspected crude oil thieves during a series of coordinated operations carried out from April 20 to April 22. The Director of Naval Information, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, made this announcement on Thursday in Abuja. Adams-Aliu stated that on Sunday, the Nigerian Navy […] The post Navy Dismantles Illegal Refineries, Apprehends Six In Bayelsa, Delta, Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago CBEX: SEC urges Nigerians to report suspected illegal investment schemes

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called on Nigerians to report any suspected illegal investment schemes for investigation and appropriate action. This follows the recent collapse of a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme known as “CBEX,” where  over $1 billion was lost by Nigerians. In a notice issued on Thursday, the […] The post CBEX: SEC urges Nigerians to report suspected illegal investment schemes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Defections: Saraki Blasts Okowa, Says No Cause For Alarm, PDP Undergoing Rebirth

Former Senate President and National Leader of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Bukola Saraki, has reacted to the latest wave of defections in the Delta State chapter of the PDP, saying those who wanted to leave the party should leave and allow others to rebuild it. Saraki, a former governor of Kwara State […]

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42 h. ago Police arrest suspect in murder of Reverend Sister in Rivers

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Rivers State Police Command detained Kelvin Okoro on Thursday for the alleged murder of Reverend Sister Maureen Wecheonwu in Aluu, Ikwerre Local Government Area, on March 26. Community sources reported that Kingsley Wali, Commander of the ONELGA Security and Planning Advisory Committee (OSPAC), led vigilantes to apprehend Okoro at […] The post Police arrest suspect in murder of Reverend Sister in Rivers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago SEC urges Nigerians to report illegal investment schemes after CBEX collapse

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged Nigerians to report suspected illegal investment schemes for investigation and enforcement, following the collapse of the fraudulent cryptocurrency platform CBEX, which caused losses exceeding $1 billion. In a Thursday notice, the SEC warned that Ponzi schemes and unregistered digital asset platforms threaten Nigeria’s […] The post SEC urges Nigerians to report illegal investment schemes after CBEX collapse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Police arrest 3 suspects over attack on FCT Boys’ Brigade camp

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three suspects—Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu, all residents of Wasa Village, Karshi—in connection with the attack on a Boys’ Brigade camping site in Zhayidna Village, Orozo. The attack resulted in the death of camper Johnson John. FCT Police Public Relations […] The post Police arrest 3 suspects over attack on FCT Boys’ Brigade camp appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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