61 m. ago NCDC Clarifies N140bn Budget Proposal, Awaits Legislative Approval

The North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) has addressed recent media reports regarding its 2025 budget estimates, clarifying that the figures currently circulating were preliminary and subject to legislative scrutiny and adjustments. In a statement issued to journalists on Saturday in Abuja by the Executive Director of Corporate Services, James Uloko, the interventionist Commission emphasised that the […]

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1 hour ago Late Estêvão Goal Secures Chelsea Victory, Extends Liverpool’s Losing Streak

Chelsea’s teenage sensation Estêvão ignited wild celebrations at Stamford Bridge with a stoppage-time goal that handed Liverpool their third consecutive defeat, culminating in a memorable 2-1 loss to Chelsea on Saturday evening. Following a series of Premier League setbacks, Chelsea delivered a performance characterised by determination and fresh ideas, culminating in an exhilarating finish. Marc […]

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1 hour ago Plateau Funeral: Atiku Accuses Tinubu Of Prioritising Political Visit To Insecure States

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of prioritising the attendance of political events in States suffering security crisis rather than visiting to commiserate with those affected by insecurity. Atiku said this while reacting to Tinubu’s attendance of the burial of Mama Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]

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2 h. ago Obidient movement condemns NURTW chairman’s threat, demands arrest over election remarks

The Obidient Movement has raised concerns over a viral video showing Adekunle Mustapha, popularly known as Sego, the Lagos State read more Obidient movement condemns NURTW chairman’s threat, demands arrest over election remarks

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2 h. ago PDP dismisses talk of crisis, says Anyanwu only handles diesel and parking issues

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denied claims that it is currently facing any internal crisis, insisting that what many read more PDP dismisses talk of crisis, says Anyanwu only handles diesel and parking issues

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3 h. ago Military Arrests 16 Officers Over Indiscipline, Service Violations

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) announced on Saturday that it has arrested 16 officers over alleged acts of indiscipline and violations of Service regulations. Preliminary findings indicated that the officers’ actions were linked to frustrations over repeated failures in promotion examinations and concerns about stalled career progression. In a statement, the Director of Defence […]

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3 h. ago Military Arrests 16 Officers For Indiscipline, Repeatedly Failing Promotional Exams, Breaching Other Regulations

The Military High Command on Saturday announced the arrest of 16 officers over alleged acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations. According to Nigerian Tribune, the disclosure was made in a statement released to Defence Correspondents in Abuja by the Director of Defence Information (DDI), Brigadier General Tukur Gusau. According to the statement, preliminary […] The post Military Arrests 16 Officers For Indiscipline, Repeatedly Failing Promotional Exams, Breaching Other Regulations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago VIDEO: Why I’ve never tried convincing my Christian wife to convert to Islam — Tinubu

Tribune Online VIDEO: Why I’ve never tried convincing my Christian wife to convert to Islam — Tinubu Speaking on Saturday at the funeral service of Nana Lydia Yilwatda, mother of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwada, Tinubu said his marriage to a Christian pastor has VIDEO: Why I’ve never tried convincing my Christian wife to convert to Islam — Tinubu Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 2 Years After, Police Arrest Suspect Over Kano Village Head’s Abduction

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Usman Lawan Baba, also known as “Yellow”, in connection with the 2023 kidnapping of the Village Head of Garun Babba, Alhaji Abdulmumini Mudi Zakari. Police spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Saturday. He said the suspect was picked […]

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4 h. ago I’m now Tinubu’s son, APC national chairman declares at mother’s funeral

Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Saturday delivered a heartfelt speech at his mother’s funeral, read more I’m now Tinubu’s son, APC national chairman declares at mother’s funeral

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5 h. ago In Jos, Tinubu preaches love, unity as APC chairman buries mother

From Jude Owuamanam Jos President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that no nation progresses without love and unity. Speaking at the funeral mass of late Lydia Yilwatda, mother of the national chairman of All Progressive Congress (APC) Prof Nentawe Yilwatda held at Church of Christ In Nations (COCIN) headquarters Church Jos, Plateau state on Saturday, […] The post In Jos, Tinubu preaches love, unity as APC chairman buries mother appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security

• Insists Abuja among safest cities in Nigeria From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, during an inspection tour to critical infrastructure projects including the road linking Airport Road with Kuje and ongoing works in Wuye District on Saturday, assured residents of imminent completion and highlighted efforts to improve security […] The post Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Kano AG insists withdrawal of police at Independence parade ground exposed Gov Yusuf to security threat

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, AbdulKarim Maude, Saturday, insisted the withdrawal of the police at the Independence Day parade ground in the state constituted a security risk. In a statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity, to the Governor Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Attorney General accused […] The post Kano AG insists withdrawal of police at Independence parade ground exposed Gov Yusuf to security threat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the Lagos State Government’s appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador for the state’s Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. Describing the decision as “inappropriate and counterproductive,” NANS insisted that the appointment should be revoked without delay. While recognizing the […] The post NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. Omisore, who also served as a former Deputy Governor of the state, made the announcement in a statement shared on his official X handle. Omisore made the announcement on Saturday,  […] The post Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago State congress: C’River PDP decries conflicting directives from party headquarters

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party Venatius Ikem has decried the conflicting correspondences from the party headquarters following the state congress of the party. The state chairman who decried the development said such an action aims to mislead members and weaken the unity of the party. “We […] The post State congress: C’River PDP decries conflicting directives from party headquarters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago State congress: Cross River PDP decries conflicting directives from party headquarters

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party Venatius Ikem has decried the conflicting correspondences from the party headquarters following the state congress of the party. The state chairman who decried the development said such an action aims to mislead members and weaken the unity of the party. “We […] The post State congress: Cross River PDP decries conflicting directives from party headquarters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Yomi Fabiyi Vows To Defy Court Order Against Speaking About Mohbad’s Widow, Accuses Her Of Evading Police Investigation

Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi has vowed to defy a court order preventing him from making public comments about Wunmi, the wife of the late singer Mohbad. In a TikTok video shared on Friday, the actor addressed a recent magistrate court ruling in Ikeja, Lagos, which barred him and four others—including Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba—from publicly […] The post Yomi Fabiyi Vows To Defy Court Order Against Speaking About Mohbad’s Widow, Accuses Her Of Evading Police Investigation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Mohbad’s father Demands Prosecution Of Son’s Wife, Nurse Over Singer’s Death

Joseph Aloba, Mohbad’s father, has urged the Lagos government to initiate criminal proceedings against those implicated in the coroner’s inquest into his son’s death. Mohbad passed away on September 12, 2023, following an injection given by auxiliary nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but amid public outcry and ongoing investigations, the police […] The post Mohbad’s father Demands Prosecution Of Son’s Wife, Nurse Over Singer’s Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Over 2,000 Abians get free medicare, as Foundation compliments Govt’s effort

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Over 2,000 Abians have received the Jennifer Etuh Foundation annual free healthcare. The weeklong programme ran from Tuesday, September 30 to Saturday, October 4. The five-day event which held at Umuenyere Alayi Primary Health Centre, in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State and was fifth in the series, offered consultations, […] The post Over 2,000 Abians get free medicare, as Foundation compliments Govt’s effort appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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