60 h. ago “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban

Nigerian music veteran Daddy Showkey has condemned Governor Umar Bago of Niger State for instructing security personnel to arrest people with dreadlocks in Minna. The governor issued the directive during a stakeholders’ security meeting on Tuesday, where he instructed officials to shave the dreadlocks of residents in Minna and impose fines. However, on Wednesday, Bago […] The post “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Assessing the implications of Nigeria’s ban on solar panel imports

The Federal Government of Nigeria recently announced a policy to halt the importation of solar panels. This decision is intended read more Assessing the implications of Nigeria’s ban on solar panel imports

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5 d. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge

Veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem has initiated the ‘Tell Your Papa’ challenge on social media, brushing aside the federal government’s ban. Information Nigeria had previously reported that the Nigerian government banned Eedris Abdulkareem’s newly released anti-Tinubu song, “Tell Your Papa,” from being aired on all radio and television stations. The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), through a […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “Tell Your Papa”: SERAP Sues NBC Over Ban On Abdulkareem’s Anti

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has asked a Federal High Court in Lagos to reverse ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, ‘Tell Your Papa’ by the National Broadcasting Commission. SERAP urged the court to declare that NBC’s directive issued on April 9, 2025, to all broadcast stations in Nigeria, banning the airing of the song, […] The post “Tell Your Papa”: SERAP Sues NBC Over Ban On Abdulkareem’s Anti-Tinubu Song appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Reverse Ban On Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’, Soyinka Tells Federal Gov’t

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticised the recent ban on the protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ by Nigerian rapper cum activist Eedris Abdulkareem. LEADERSHIP recalls that Abdulkareem, known for his similar protest song ‘Jaga Jaga’, which was critical of the then President Olusegun Obasanjo administration, recently released a new single titled ‘Tell Your Papa’, […]

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2 w. ago ‘Tell Your Papa’: Wole Soyinka Knocks NBC For Banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has berated the ban placed on a song by veteran Nigerian singer, Eedris Abdulkareem. Soyinka described the development as a return to culture of censorship and a threat to the right to freedom of expression. The controversial song, titled: ‘Tell Your Papa’s, was said to have been directed to President […] The post ‘Tell Your Papa’: Wole Soyinka Knocks NBC For Banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Wole Soyinka slams NBC for banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest song

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has condemned the recent ban placed on a song by Nigerian musician, Eedris Abdulkareem, describing the development as a return to the culture of censorship and a threat to the right to free expression. In a statement issued from New York University, Abu Dhabi, on Sunday, Soyinka criticised the action Read More

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2 w. ago Amnesty International Accuses NBC OF ‘Unacceptable Abuse Of Authority’ Over Ban On Protest Song By Eedris

Amnesty International, a human rights organisation, has condemned the National Broadcasting Commission’s recent decision to ban Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s new protest song, Tell Your Papa, calling it a “clear violation” of the right to freedom of expression and access to information. In a press statement on Thursday, Amnesty International criticised the ban as “unlawful, […] The post Amnesty International Accuses NBC OF ‘Unacceptable Abuse Of Authority’ Over Ban On Protest Song By Eedris appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NBC ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song unconstitutional – Amnesty

Human rights organisation, Amnesty International, has condemned the recent decision by the National Broadcasting Commission to ban Nigerian rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem’s new protest song, Tell Your Papa, labelling the move a “clear violation” of the right to freedom of expression and access to information. In a press statement issued on Thursday, Amnesty International described the Read More

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2 w. ago Insensitive, vindictive, maleficent – Eedris Abdulkareem on song ban

Veteran Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem has reacted after his single ‘Tell Your Papa’ was banned by the National Broadcasting Service (NBC). Daily Sun reported that Abdulkareem’s single was banned after NBC deemed that his lyrics breached broadcasting standards. In his response to the ban, the artiste, via his Instagram account, stated that truth and criticism […] The post Insensitive, vindictive, maleficent – Eedris Abdulkareem on song ban appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago U.S. slams Nigeria’s import ban, cites deepening trade tensions

The United States has criticized Nigeria’s continued ban on a wide range of imported goods, describing the move as a read more U.S. slams Nigeria’s import ban, cites deepening trade tensions

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2 w. ago Hajj: Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, Egypt, 12 other countries [Full List]

By Seyi Babalola Saudi Arabia has announced a change in visa policy, barring nationals from 14 countries. Nigeria is listed among the countries restricted from applying for new short-term visas starting from April 13, 2025. Other countries affected include Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, India, Tunisia, Yemen, Jordan, Iraq, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The ban […] The post Hajj: Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, Egypt, 12 other countries [Full List] appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, 13 others ahead of Hajj

Saudi Arabia has announced a significant change to its visa policy, restricting nationals from 14 countries, including Nigeria, from applying read more Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, 13 others ahead of Hajj

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3 w. ago Tanker explosion: FG urged to ban movement of trucks in daytime

Tribune Online Tanker explosion: FG urged to ban movement of trucks in daytime The former Corp Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Boboye Oyeyemi, has called on the Federal Government to implement a 6pm ban on trucks and tanker movement in a bid to avert recurring explosions in Nigeria. Tanker explosion: FG urged to ban movement of trucks in daytime Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Solar firm seeks partners to advance renewable energy growth

By Chinenye Anuforo LPV Technologies, a  local solar panel manufacturer, is seeking partnerships with dealers and distributors to enhance the renewable energy sector in Nigeria. The company is offering an opportunity for partners to tap into the growing market for top-grade solar panels, with the potential to create wealth and generate employment nationwide. In a […] The post Solar firm seeks partners to advance renewable energy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions

Kogi State Government has called on security agencies to hold Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan responsible for any negative outcome from her rally in Kogi Central. In a statement on Tuesday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, blamed the lawmaker for holding her homecoming event despite ban by Governor Usman Ododo administration. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Iluyomade established own ministry after RCCG ban – City of David elder

By John Ogunsemore Former Pastor-in-charge of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), City of David Parish, Idowu Iluyomade did not rebel against the church before starting his ministry. An elder of the parish, Quincy Ayodele, stated this in an interview with Daddy Freeze, which was shared on YouTube on Monday, Church Times reports. She […] The post Iluyomade established own ministry after RCCG ban – City of David elder appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Senator Natasha Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency Despite Kogi Govt’s Ban

Suspended lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has confirmed that she will be visiting Kogi Central join her people in celebrating Sallah festive. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Senator Natasha’s confirmation is coming, following a ban on public gatherings and rallies declared by Kogi State Government. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, […] The post Senator Natasha Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency Despite Kogi Govt’s Ban appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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