51 m. ago Publicis Groupe’s Emeka Obia Honoured As Africa’s Top Young Advertising Talent

  Emeka Obia has been named Africa’s Young Adman of the Year at the prestigious Industry Awards 2025, hosted by The Industry newspaper. The highly anticipated ceremony took place at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, gathering top advertising and marketing professionals from across the continent. Obia, a rising force in Africa’s advertising landscape, was […]

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53 m. ago 2025 UTME: 80 candidates in police net for alleged exam malpractices 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed that 80 candidates who participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are in various police detention facilities across the country for their alleged involvement in examination malpractices during the 2025 exercise.  JAMB said the 80 candidates are being interrogated by […] The post 2025 UTME: 80 candidates in police net for alleged exam malpractices  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Team Nigeria Withdraws From 2025 World Relays Over Late Issuance Of Visas

  Nigeria has officially withdrawn from the 2025 World Relays scheduled to take place in Guangzhou, China, citing delays in the issuance of visas to its athletes. In a statement by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) on Friday, the national athletics body blamed China’s visa process as the primary reason for the withdrawal. AFN […]

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2 h. ago The Future Is Not Accidental. It Is Prepared For,” Prof Adedoyin, Dean of Faculty of Social Sciences – University of Ilorin

Held on the university campus in April 2025, the seminar drew hundreds of students to what many have described as the most impactful career-focused event of their academic journey. It marked the beginning of what may become a long-term relationship between the faculty and MPH Services a graduate support organization renowned for securing international scholarships […]

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2 h. ago 82 correctional centres’ inmates participated in 2025 UTME — JAMB

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) disclosed on Friday, that no fewer than 82 inmates from different correctional centres in the country participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Its Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this at a press conference in Abuja, to officially announce the release of the […] The post 82 correctional centres’ inmates participated in 2025 UTME — JAMB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 2025 UTME: 41,027 underage candidates registered, 467 passed, 50 caught cheating

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja    The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), on Friday, provided details of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results it released earlier in the week.  JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, at a press conference in Abuja, noted that as earlier approved by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, […] The post 2025 UTME: 41,027 underage candidates registered, 467 passed, 50 caught cheating appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Olubadan Suspends Two High Chiefs Over Alleged Land Grabbing

Paramount ruler of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin has suspended two family chiefs and removed their traditional beads over land grabbing. It was gathered that the suspended chiefs are identified as Mogaji Kukula, Kamorudeen Kolawole of Kukula family, Oke – Ofa Baba Isale in Ibadan North East Local Government, and Mogaji Samsudeen Bello of Ekerin […] The post Olubadan Suspends Two High Chiefs Over Alleged Land Grabbing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Western Education Is Formality, Quranic Knowledge Is Better” — Gov Bala Tells Bauchi Farmers

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has suggested that western education is formality and not essential for success in life. Speaking in a gathering of farmers and artisans in Bauchi, on Thursday, the Governor urged youths of the state to embrace discipline and avoid destructive habits. He explained that many successful individuals began their journeys in […] The post “Western Education Is Formality, Quranic Knowledge Is Better” — Gov Bala Tells Bauchi Farmers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Rema Make 2025 BET Awards Nominations

Nigerian artists have taken the lead in the 2025 BET Awards nominations, securing multiple spots across major categories. Ayra Starr stands out as the top African nominee at the 2025 BET Awards, receiving three nominations in the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best New Artist, and Best International Act categories. The 21-year-old artist has been gaining […] The post Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Rema Make 2025 BET Awards Nominations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Laide Bakare Honored As Ambassador For Peace By United Nations

Famous Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has been honored by the United Nations International Peace and Governing Council with the title of Ambassador for Peace. The UN council awarded her this recognition in acknowledgment of her continuous efforts to promote peace, understanding, and global cooperation. In expressing her gratitude, Bakare said, “I’m deeply humbled to receive […] The post Laide Bakare Honored As Ambassador For Peace By United Nations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago DSS Arrests Five Suspects Over Alleged  Kidnapping, Killing Of One

Department of State Services has arrested five suspects over the abduction and gruesome killing of a one-year-old girl, Sakina Mamuda, in Duhun Bake village, Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State. Speaking during press briefing, on Thursday, the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Isah Dederi, Dederi noted that the suspects identify as […] The post DSS Arrests Five Suspects Over Alleged  Kidnapping, Killing Of One-Year-Old Girl In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago The great betrayal: How Nigeria is setting its students up to fail

Deborah did not cry; She just stared. When 17-year-old Deborah Ajayi saw her 2025 UTME score 187 out of 400 read more The great betrayal: How Nigeria is setting its students up to fail

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7 h. ago CAN Congratulates Catholic Church On Election Of Pope Leo XIV

  The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has congratulated the Catholic Church worldwide on the Thursday, May 8, 2025, election of Pope Leo XIV. In a statement signed by the CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the Nigerian apex Christian body said that this significant milestone brings joy to Catholics worldwide and CAN joins in celebrating […]

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7 h. ago Countdown to AMVCA 2025: Emerging talent on spotlight at Young Filmmakers’ Day

As part of the buildup to the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Africa Magic and MultiChoice hosted Young read more Countdown to AMVCA 2025: Emerging talent on spotlight at Young Filmmakers’ Day

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7 h. ago eTranzact, CWG, Chams’ profit almost triple on growing IT demands

eTranzact, CWG, and Chams, three listed Nigerian tech firms, have recorded almost triple after-tax profit in Q1 2025, according to read more eTranzact, CWG, Chams’ profit almost triple on growing IT demands

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8 h. ago Wizkid announces changes to North America tour, axes key locations

Nigerian singer Wizkid has announced changes to his North American tour scheduled to take place in June 2025. The Afrobeats superstar revealed that the tour for his latest album ‘Morayo’ will no longer include the dates slated for North American locations. The axed venues and dates are Atlanta, which was slated for June 5, New […] The post Wizkid announces changes to North America tour, axes key locations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Ayra Starr, Tems, Burna Boy, Tyla Nominated For 2025 BET Awards

Nigerian artistes are once again at the forefront of global recognition as BET unveiled the nominees for the 2025 BET Awards, with Ayra Starr emerging as the most nominated African artist. Fellow Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, and Shallipopi also earned notable nominations. Ayra Starr secured three nominations – Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best […]

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8 h. ago Salawa Abeni Has No Kids With Current Man, Despite Divorce She’s Still Mine – Kollington Ayinla

Veteran Fuji musician General Kollington Ayinla has stated that, despite their separation of over 30 years and Salawa Abeni’s current relationship with another man, he still considers her his wife for life. In his recent interview with media personality Teju BabyFace, shared on Instagram Friday, Kollington stated that Salawa Abeni’s current husband has only “borrowed” […] The post Salawa Abeni Has No Kids With Current Man, Despite Divorce She’s Still Mine – Kollington Ayinla appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago I’m Not Misogynist, I Featured The Most Women Last Year – Odumodublvck

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has addressed the ongoing criticism regarding his controversial lyrics in the 2023 collaborative single “Cast” with Shallipopi. The lyrics of the track, which include references to women’s financial reliance on men, sparked considerable backlash from listeners and activists, who criticized the content as degrading to women. The criticism has lingered since the […] The post I’m Not Misogynist, I Featured The Most Women Last Year – Odumodublvck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Trump Celebrates Historic Election Of American Pope With National Pride

The United States President, Donald Trump, has extended his congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as the new pope of the Catholic Church. Prevost, who took the name Leo XIV, becomes the first American pope in the history of the Catholic Church. Leo was announced as pope on Thursday evening, following the appearance […] The post Trump Celebrates Historic Election Of American Pope With National Pride appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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