36 m. ago S’African court frees Pastor Omotoso of rape charges after eight years

A Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, has been acquitted of rape charges by a South African high court after spending eight years in jail. The judge presiding over the case criticised the state prosecutor’s handling of the cross-examination, stating it was “shallow” and lacked the intention to uncover the truth. Omotoso and his two co-defendants were Read More

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2 h. ago Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail

By Seyi Babalola After eight years in prison, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women in his South African church was found not guilty of all counts. Timothy Omotoso disputed the 32 counts in a live trial that drew widespread attention across the country. In 2018, one witness testified in court that she had […] The post Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Food Security: Cross River Distributes Improved Seedlings, Herbicides To 135 Schools

The Cross River State government has commenced distribution of improved variety of seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three senatorial zones in the state. The initiative was targeted at tackling guaranteeing food security and intensify the fight against hunger and starvation in the state. Commissioner for Education in the state, Senator Stephen Odey, […]

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2 h. ago Police Nab 4 Suspected ‘Yahoo’ Boys, 6 Cybercrime School Trainees In Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended four suspected over internet fraudsters, popularly called ‘Yahoo Boys’, and six other trainees of a cyberfraud academy in the Iju-Ishaga area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed the arrests to newsmen on Wednesday. He said, “During the […]

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2 h. ago Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), now known as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is the state-owned oil corporation read more Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

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3 h. ago Police Dismiss Reported Herdsmen Invasion Of Enugu Community

The Enugu State Police Command has declared as baseless and mischievous, a report alleging that herdsmen have overrun and occupied homes and schools in Eha-Amufu in Isi Uzo local government area of the state. The Command, after a diligent review of the report, further declared it as a calculated attempt to mislead the public and […]

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3 h. ago Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of improved variety seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. Items distributed include maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon, and others, with the emphasis that a lot can be achieved with the cultivation of these improved seedlings. […] The post Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force

Tribune Online Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has charged Course 7 Cadet Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) from the state to be exemplary officers and agents of positive change in the Nigerian Police Force. Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Tribune Online

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5 h. ago APC Women Vanguard hail Benjamin Omale’s hospital board role

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi A sociopolitical women’s group, the APC Women Vanguard, has hailed the appointment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Benue State, Chief Benjamin Omale, as the Board Chairman of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu State. The Chairlady of the group, Mrs Onma Ogenyi, in a statement made available to newsmen […] The post APC Women Vanguard hail Benjamin Omale’s hospital board role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Elon Musk: Tesla stock declines as Q1 deliveries hit lowest in three years

Tribune Online Elon Musk: Tesla stock declines as Q1 deliveries hit lowest in three years Tesla (TSLA) reported a significant shortfall in first-quarter global deliveries, widely missing estimates as demand challenges weighed on the EV maker. The company delivered 336,681 vehicles in Q1, falling short of Bloomberg’s consensus estimate of 390,342. This marks Tesla’s weakest quarter for deliveries since Q2 2022. “While the changeover of Model Y lines across all […] Elon Musk: Tesla stock declines as Q1 deliveries hit lowest in three years Tribune Online

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6 h. ago 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has identified and closed down an unlawful internet fraud training centre, commonly called a “Yahoo School,” in the Iju area of the state. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that four principal suspects and six trainees had been apprehended. He stated that one of […] The post 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Portable Speaks On Detention, Says Inmates Wanted Him As Leader

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has opened up about his recent experience in detention. It should be noted that the singer was arrested last month by the police for assaulting Ogun State town planning officials, among other offenses. In an interview on Echo Room shared on X Tuesday, he disclosed that […] The post Portable Speaks On Detention, Says Inmates Wanted Him As Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago It took Nigeria 40yrs to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw, says minister 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja   Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adekola Adelabu has recalled that it took Nigeria nearly 40 years to move from 2000 megawatts in 1984 to 4000 megawatts as at 2022.   Adelabu made the remark during the visit of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), led by its president, Engineer Margret […] The post It took Nigeria 40yrs to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw, says minister  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago It took Nigeria 40 years to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw – Minister 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja   Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adekola Adelabu has recalled that it took Nigeria nearly 40 years to move from 2000 megawatts in 1984 to 4000 megawatts in 2022. Adelabu made the remark during the visit of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), led by its president, Engineer Margret Aina Oguntala […] The post It took Nigeria 40 years to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw – Minister  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Kwara Gov Congratulates New NNPCL Boss Ojulari, Commends Tinubu

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq said he received with happiness the appointment of Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. The governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, descibed Ojulari’s appointment as another big deal for Kwara […]

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9 h. ago Researcher identifies safer alternatives for Alzheimer’s treatment

A Nigerian researcher, Isreal Onifade, has identified plant compounds that could help in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Onifade’s study found that certain plant alkaloids can block β-secretase, an enzyme linked to the buildup of harmful plaques in the brain. These plaques, he said in a statement he signed on Wednesday, are a major cause Read More

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9 h. ago Herdsmen invasion report baseless, mischievous, misleading – Enugu police

The Enugu State Police Command has debunked an online report alleging that herdsmen have overrun and occupied homes and schools in Eha-Amufu. The command, in a statement made available to Daily Sun on Wednesday, called the report baseless, mischievous, and a calculated attempt to mislead the public and instill fear. The statement, which was signed […] The post Herdsmen invasion report baseless, mischievous, misleading – Enugu police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos

Nigerian singer Portable and colleague Speed Darlington are set to face off in a celebrity boxing match on April 18 in Lagos. The match is set to take place at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island. The conflict between the two singers began when Darlington extended an invitation to Portable to perform at his […] The post Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan   The Pan Nigerian Oil and Gas Stakeholders on Wednesday commended President Bola Tinubu for taking a significant step toward reforming the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited by reconstituting its board and appointing new leadership.   In a press statement issued in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Engr. Raphael Ajuri, speaking […] The post Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Troops Have Reduced Terrorist Activities In Kebbi, Zamfara States — Army

Troops of 1 Brigade under Operation Fansar Yamma have recorded significant success in reducing terrorists’ activities in Kebbi and Zamfara states. The Commander of 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum stated this during a Sallah luncheon with officers, soldiers and families at the Brigade Cantonment in Gusau on Tuesday. General […]

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