30 m. ago MOWAA Signs MoU With NGA, CBAAC To Preserve & Advance Nigeria Art And African Heritage

The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has signed Memorandums of Understanding with the Nigeria’s National Gallery of Arts, and the Center for Black and African Arts and Civilization in order to preserve Nigerian arts and Africa’s cultural heritage. The tripartite agreement is significant as it involves the agencies responsible for the collection and preservation […]

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3 h. ago Manufacturers regaining confidence as forex stabilises – MAN

Manufacturers are optimistic about the stability of the sector following a challenging period of unsold inventory and economic uncertainty, according to the Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, George Onafowokan. The PUNCH reported in 2024 that the MAN Ogun State chairman lamented the unsold inventory of members rising to N350bn due Read More

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3 h. ago London Derby: Chelsea Beat Tottenham To Continue Push For EPL Top

Chelsea continued their fight for a Premier League top-four spot as they defeated London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, who welcome back Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke from injury, have now recorded a fourth consecutive win over Tottenham. The result saw Chelsea, on 52 points, reclaim fourth place in the league […] The post London Derby: Chelsea Beat Tottenham To Continue Push For EPL Top-Four Spot appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident

Some Yobe Desert players and their Technical Adviser, Ngozi Elechi, survived a ghastly motor-accident this afternoon along Jos-Akwanga road. It was gathered that the accident involved a mass transit bus conveying players and their officials, as the club’s bus was not in order. READ MORE: Ten Killed, 12 Injured In Yobe Road Accident In a statement […] The post Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action

The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has refuted claims that he owes businesswoman Mrs. Tracynither Ohiri N200 million for promotional materials supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi strongly denied the allegations, clarifying that there was no such debt. The accusation had been making the rounds, with Ohiri reportedly seeking payment for the materials […] The post Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians

Independent National Electoral Commission has denied claim made by some Nigerians that it is taking side over the ongoing recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission noted that it has been transparent over the exercise, contrary to claim saying that it has been partisan. Speaking during a show via Channels Television on Thursday, Chief […] The post “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “I’ll Soon Provide All Sexual Harassment Evidences Against Akpabio” — Natasha Vows

Lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has vowed to expose Senate President Godswil Akpabio with evidences over the ongoing sexual harassment case between them. Mrs. Natasha led this out during an interview with Channels Television on Thursday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Kogi State Senator’s claim is coming, following Independent National Electoral Commission dismissal of […] The post “I’ll Soon Provide All Sexual Harassment Evidences Against Akpabio” — Natasha Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder

The United States has called for transparency and swift justice in the murder of Catholic priest Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was tragically killed in Kaduna, Nigeria. The U.S. expressed its support for the Nigerian government’s efforts to bring those responsible to justice and emphasized the importance of ensuring accountability and transparency in the investigation and […] The post U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex

Former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), has shared the traumatic details of his two-month kidnapping ordeal at the hands of terrorists. Tsiga and other captives were held in a dense forest surrounded by hills, where they were exposed to dangerous wildlife, including hyenas and snakes. Despite the […] The post “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex-NYSC DG Tsiga On Experience With Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Niger Delta Congress Kicks Against Emergency Rule, Says It Silences Voices Of Rivers People

Niger Delta Congress has kicked against President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State. In a statement on Thursday, the group described Tinubu’s announcement as an attack on democracy. Recall that the former governor of Lagos State, during a nationwide broadcast in March announced that Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Nma and […] The post Niger Delta Congress Kicks Against Emergency Rule, Says It Silences Voices Of Rivers People appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes

The Central Bank of Nigeria has denied a viral claim circulating on social media, saying that it has introduced two new denomination, N5,000 and N10,000 notes. In a statement on Thursday, CBN described the report as fake. The purported Whatsapp message quoted one Deputy CBN Governor, Ibrahim Tahir Jr., saying that the move is aimed […] The post CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Workers Allegedly Kill Site Engineer, Bury Body In Shallow Grave At Construction Site In Delta

The body of 38-year-old site engineer Chigozie Udalor, who was allegedly murdered and buried in a shallow grave by his employees, has been discovered by the Delta State Police Command. SP Bright Edafe, the state Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed this in a video statement released on Thursday. Udalor, hired by his cousin to supervise […] The post Workers Allegedly Kill Site Engineer, Bury Body In Shallow Grave At Construction Site In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago INEC Rejects Petition To Recall Senator Natasha, Says It Fails To Meet Constitutional Requirements

Independent National Electoral Commission has rejected the petition to recall lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission insisted that the petitioners have not met constitutional requirements. INEC in a statement on Thursday, disclosed that the petitioners failed to gather the requisite number of signatures/thumbprints, which must represent more than one-half of the registered voters […] The post INEC Rejects Petition To Recall Senator Natasha, Says It Fails To Meet Constitutional Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kate Henshaw Drags Trolls, Says Many Deliberately Ignore Common Sense

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has shared her frustration with trolls who resort to using disrespectful language when they disagree with her on social media. She mentioned that the behavior was exhausting and urged trolls to respond more intelligently. The actress pointed out that many online trolls purposely act unintelligent. READ MORE: Segun Arinze Reflects On […] The post Kate Henshaw Drags Trolls, Says Many Deliberately Ignore Common Sense appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers

Tribune Online Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers •Say Lagos is the hightlight of Nigeria, promote Amala A group of adventurous bikers from Kenya recently embarked on an epic journey to Nigeria, and their experiences were nothing short of fascinating. As they rode into the bustling streets of Lagos, they were struck by the vibrant energy of the city and the warmth of […] Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Local refineries importing substandard crude, PETROAN alleges

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria says some local refineries are importing substandard crude into Nigeria to cut costs. Speaking with our correspondent on Thursday, PETROAN National Publicity Secretary Joseph Obele said the refineries have been importing crude oil with high sulphur content into Nigeria. Asked to mention some of the refineries, Read More

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4 h. ago Nigeria advances geospatial technology for smart city development

Nigeria is making significant strides in geospatial technology, a crucial tool for building smart cities and modern infrastructure across the country. The Surveyor-General of the Federation, Abdulganiyu Adebomehin, said this at a one-day workshop on Thursday on the use cases for the very high-resolution drone imagery and street view data collected for part of the Read More

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4 h. ago Terrorism: Nigeria cautions Niger against withdrawing from MNJTF

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has warned that the withdrawal of any member state from the Multinational Joint Task Force fighting Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region will have “substantial” implications for the ongoing counter-insurgency efforts. This warning comes amid reports that Niger Republic had pulled out of the MNJTF after previously withdrawing from the Read More

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5 h. ago Rivers govt cancels all pending procurement, tender processes

• Women urge Tinubu to lift Fubara’s suspension The Rivers State Government has cancelled all pending procurement and tender processes in compliance with the Supreme Court judgement. The Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), made the remark in a special announcement, signed and issued by Prof Ibibia Worika, the Secretary to the State Government […] The post Rivers govt cancels all pending procurement, tender processes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, passengers injured

By Steve Agbota Many passengers were injured  early hours of yesterday morning when a LagFerry boat, “Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route  Victoria Island. Many people were said to have scampered for safety when the boat exploded. Confirming the fire incident to newsmen, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said […] The post LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, passengers injured appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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