7 h. ago Northwest PCVE summit to strengthen regional strategy against violent extremism in Kaduna

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Kaduna State is set to welcome regional and national security experts, civil society leaders, and policymakers for the Northwest Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE) Summit, scheduled for August 19-20, 2025, at the Yar’Adua Centre, Murtala Mohammed Square. The two-day summit is a collaborative initiative led by the National Counter […] The post Northwest PCVE summit to strengthen regional strategy against violent extremism in Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Make local dialect compulsory for University admission in Nigeria – Prof Iyorza

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Stanislaus Orjighjigh Iyorza, a Professor of Media, Change and Development Communication in the University of Calabar has called for a mandatory use of a local dialect for admission into Nigerian universities. He made this while presenting the 142nd inaugural lecture of the University of Calabar with the topic: “Communicating Change And […] The post Make local dialect compulsory for University admission in Nigeria – Prof Iyorza appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Don’t Let Society Pressure You Into Marriage If You’re Broke – Stan Alieke To Men

Stan Alieke, former counsel to singer Speed Darlington, has advised single men to ensure they have a steady income before considering marriage. In a post shared on Instagram on Saturday, Alieke stressed that financial preparedness is crucial to avoiding marital crises. He cautioned men not to succumb to societal pressure to marry when they are […] The post Don’t Let Society Pressure You Into Marriage If You’re Broke – Stan Alieke To Men appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Kwara Government Shuts Eight Hotels In Ilorin For Regulatory Breach

The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has shut eight hotels in Ilorin for violating regulations and lacking proper documentation. The enforcement exercise, carried out on Saturday, followed several official notifications and warnings issued to the affected establishments. It was led by the Head of Department for Hotels, Mr. Aminullahi Taiye AbdulRahman, who disclosed that […] The post Kwara Government Shuts Eight Hotels In Ilorin For Regulatory Breach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Osun 2026: Babayemi urges mass voter registration for APC win

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Omooba Dotun Babayemi, has called on the people of Osun State to participate massively in the ongoing voter registration exercise initiated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in preparation for the 2026 governorship election. In a statement issued […] The post Osun 2026: Babayemi urges mass voter registration for APC win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago ICRC implements presidential directive on guidelines to fast

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) has issued a set of guidelines to govern the development and implementation of all Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects in Nigeria, in line with a presidential directive. The Commission, in a statement over the weekend, highlighted that the directive is a decisive move to overhaul Nigeria’s […] The post ICRC implements presidential directive on guidelines to fast-track PPPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Police Arrest Officer, Civilians For Extortion And Armed Robbery In Edo

The Command issued a stern warning to all officers: any policeman found engaging in misconduct, extortion, brutality, or any form of corrupt practice will be swiftly dismissed The post Police Arrest Officer, Civilians For Extortion And Armed Robbery In Edo appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Public infrastructure and right of way acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and challenges

The provision of infrastructure is the backbone of economic growth, development, and competitiveness in any region. The delivery of essential read more Public infrastructure and right of way acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and challenges

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20 h. ago Ara Bàntù, Orí Bíntín: Yusuf Durodola’s interrogation of society, reflection on topical issues

While residents of Ogbere Street in Bariga, Lagos, were still observing the Thursday sanitation on August 14, 2025, which lasted read more Ara Bàntù, Orí Bíntín: Yusuf Durodola’s interrogation of society, reflection on topical issues

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22 h. ago Customs, NES strengthen ties to promote economic development

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja  Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) are set to deepen their collaboration to drive national economic growth ahead of the Society’s annual conference, scheduled for September 8 to 11, 2025 in Abuja. National President Professor Adeola Adenikinju led a delegation comprising members of the Governing Council and […] The post Customs, NES strengthen ties to promote economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago People Killed Goats After My BBNaija Disqualification – Tacha

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Tacha has opened up about her life following her disqualification from the 2019 “Pepper Dem” season. During a recent appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, Tacha reflected on the overwhelming public reaction to her exit from the show. She recalled that some fans reacted so strongly that they killed goats […] The post People Killed Goats After My BBNaija Disqualification – Tacha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Nigeria Recorded Zero Cases Of Piracy In About Five Years, Naval Chief Says

He said that the success recorded was a reflection of the amount of effort put in by the personnel who constantly patrol the waterways. The post Nigeria Recorded Zero Cases Of Piracy In About Five Years, Naval Chief Says appeared first on Channels Television.

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34 h. ago Okpebholo Calls For INEC Review As BVAS Causes Delay In Edo By

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Saturday, raised concerns over the slow performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). The issues occurred during the ongoing by-election in Edo Central Senatorial District. The governor made the statement while casting his vote at Ward 2 Polling Unit 1 in Udomi Primary School, Esan Central Local Government. […] The post Okpebholo Calls For INEC Review As BVAS Causes Delay In Edo By-Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Kebbi Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims After Fierce Gun Battle

Operatives of the Kebbi State Police Command have rescued two kidnapped victims unharmed after a fierce gun battle with bandits in Ribah. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Nafiu Abubakar, the rescue operation took place on August 15, 2025. The operation occurred around […] The post Kebbi Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims After Fierce Gun Battle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Jigawa Lawmaker Auyo Not Sponsoring Motions, Bills Over Poor Attendance – Rep Agbese

The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has dismissed allegations that lawmakers were paid between ₦1 million and ₦3 million to present motions, bills or petitions in the chamber, linking the claims to a colleague’s poor attendance record and mental health struggles. Agbese, in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday, described […]

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37 h. ago Correctional services authorities warn officers as jailbreaks leave 4,600 inmates at large

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has issued a stern warning to its personnel, declaring that officers found negligent in their read more Correctional services authorities warn officers as jailbreaks leave 4,600 inmates at large

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37 h. ago Ibom Air Incident: FAAN Denies Initial Involvement In Passenger Confrontation

The Federal Airports Authority Of Nigeria (FAAN) Has Disclaimed Any Involvement In The Initial Handling Of The Incident Which Took place Between A Female Passenger, Comfort Emmanson, And Ibom Air Staff At The Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), Lagos, On Sunday. In A Statement Issued On Friday, FAAN Clarified That Its Aviation Security Personnel […] The post Ibom Air Incident: FAAN Denies Initial Involvement In Passenger Confrontation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago He Who The Cap Fits Should Wear It – Reflections On Dr Goodluck E. Jonathan’s Second Coming (1)

The air is thick with expectations. The smoke is everywhere and the fire appears not far off. The buzz is deafening, and now rising to a crescendo: Jonathan is Coming! Jonathan is Coming! Expectedly the jury is already out in full force with many pundits, commentators and self styled political strategists weighing in on the […]

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40 h. ago Fire Engulfs Yinka Ayefele’s Fresh FM Headquarters In Ibadan

A fire on Friday night gutted the head office of Fresh FM Nigeria at Challenge, Ibadan, Oyo State. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by Samson Akindele, Group Head of Corporate Affairs for Fresh FM Nigeria and Yinka Ayefele Limited, the station revealed that the fire incident damaged major facilities, including the studios […] The post Fire Engulfs Yinka Ayefele’s Fresh FM Headquarters In Ibadan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Strikes: FG begins negotiations with major health sector unions

…inaugurates committee From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government has commenced the moves to avert further industrial breakdown in the healthcare sector as witnessed recently due to renumeration and other welfare related issues.  Alaba Balogun, Head, Information & Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, in a statement, indicated that the Coordinating Minister […] The post Strikes: FG begins negotiations with major health sector unions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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