35 m. ago Court Sentences Man To Death By Hanging For Killing Stepmother, Sister In Kano

A Kano High Court sentenced one Sagiru Rijiyar-Zaki, to death by hanging for allegedly Killing his stepmother Rabiatu Sagir and his sister, Munawara. The 22 years old suspect who lives in Kutama Village, Gwarzo Local government area of Kano, was convicted of culpable homicide. The Prosecution Counsel, Mr Lamido Abba-Sorondinki, informed the court that the […] The post Court Sentences Man To Death By Hanging For Killing Stepmother, Sister In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria’s Anglican Communion Condoles Catholic Church Over Pope Francis’ Death

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev’d Dr. Henry Ndukuba has extended condolences to the Roman Catholic Church following the passing of Pope Francis. LEADERSHIP reports that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Ndukuba, in a letter signed and addressed to the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, […]

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3 h. ago IGP Rejigs Police Mobile Force, Withdraws Personnel From Unauthorised Duties

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the immediate reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) as part of efforts to strengthen internal security and enhance operational readiness. The directive was unveiled during a conference with PMF Squadron Commanders at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday. A statement signed by the Force […]

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3 h. ago CBN Struggles With Inflation As Broad Money Supply Surpasses N114trn

Nigeria’s broad money supply surged to N114.22 trillion in March 2025, defying the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) tight monetary policies. Despite the CBN’s imposition of a 50% Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR), the money supply rose by 24% from N92.19 trillion in March 2024, continuing the trend of monetary expansion. On a monthly basis, the […] The post CBN Struggles With Inflation As Broad Money Supply Surpasses N114trn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ebenezer Obey Clears Air On Death Rumour, Assures Fans Of Good Health

Veteran Nigerian musician, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has debunked viral rumours claiming he is dead, confirming in a new video that he is alive, strong, and in good health. On Tuesday, the legendary singer shared a video on social media to address the fake news, delivering his response with a lively musical performance in Yoruba, English, and […] The post Ebenezer Obey Clears Air On Death Rumour, Assures Fans Of Good Health appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Police gun down 4 killers of Rivers businessman, after collecting N2m ransom

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Rivers State Police Command said it has made significant progress in an earlier report regarding the unfortunate kidnap and subsequent murder of Mr. Hope Georgewill, the Chief Executive Officer of HMG Attitude Ltd. Late Georgewill was abducted alongside two others on March 26, 2025, along the Cotton Channel, Bakana […] The post Police gun down 4 killers of Rivers businessman, after collecting N2m ransom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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7 h. ago Tax reforms, energy transition top at second Order Paper Conference

Terseer Ugbor, Deputy Chairman, Federal House of Representatives Committee on Environment and Dieter Ahmed Bassi, Director of Policy, Planning, and read more Tax reforms, energy transition top at second Order Paper Conference

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8 h. ago Nigeria’s trust index rises by 65% amid institutional failure, economic hardships

The overall trust index on Nigerians has seen a slight uptick from 61 percent in 2024 to 65 percent in read more Nigeria’s trust index rises by 65% amid institutional failure, economic hardships

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9 h. ago Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has rescued a two-day-old baby and arrested two traffickers who attempted to sell the infant for ₦800,000. Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Monday. John revealed that the command’s operatives stopped a vehicle on Nsit Atai-Oron Road, which was being […] The post Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items

Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, has apprehended a man identified as Usman Jungudo for vandalizing railway tracks in the Cross Tasha, Kirfi Local Government Area of the state. Addressing newsmen on Monday, the state’s Commandant of the NSCDC, Oloyede Nelson disclosed that the 45 years old suspect was arrested […] The post NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Real Madrid Observe Minute’s Silence As La Liga Mourns Pope Francis

Real Madrid players observed a minute’s silence before training on Monday as tributes poured in from across LaLiga after the death of football-mad Pope Francis at 88. “Real Madrid wishes to express its condolences to the whole Catholic community in the face of the loss of a historic and universal figure,” the club said in […]

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12 h. ago Shipowners Laud Oyetola’s Directive To NIMASA On CVFF Disbursement

Indigenous shipowners have unanimously commended the minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, over his recent directive to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety (NIMASA) to begin the process for the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The minister had directed the NIMASA to commence the process that will lead to the […]

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13 h. ago Police Probe Killing Of Comfort Omoge’s Grandson By Scavenger In Ondo

Following the tragic death of Prince OgoOluwa Omoge, grandson of the late music icon, Comfort Omoge, the Ondo State Police Command said it has commenced an investigation into the incident. LEADERSHIP gathered that the incident reportedly occurred on Friday along the Ayeka/Igbokoda Expressway in Okitipupa, Okitipupa Local Government Area. While it was gathered that a […]

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14 h. ago Zulum Approves N850m For Rehabilitation, Upgrade Of Boreholes In Flood

Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the release of N850 million for the procurement of pumps, accessories, and other components necessary for the rehabilitation and upgrade of boreholes in Maiduguri and surrounding communities. This is part of a decisive move to address water scarcity caused by the devastating flood of 10th September […]

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14 h. ago Pandemonium As Truck Hits Easter Celebrants, Kills 5 In Gombe

There was pandemonium in the Billiri local government area of Gombe State as a driver of a heavy-duty truck popularly known as ‘trailer’ on Monday lost control, ran into some Christians on the street, celebrating Easter. It was said that the trailer transporting grains from Adamawa State to Gombe lost control due to brake failure […]

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14 h. ago Reconciling the ‘power of not knowing’ with Nigeria’s education crisis

In Nigeria, a profound paradox underscores the tension between the pursuit of formal education and its systemic failures: over 20 read more Reconciling the ‘power of not knowing’ with Nigeria’s education crisis

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17 h. ago Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death

  The Vatican on Monday officially announced that Pope Francis has passed away following a severe stroke that resulted in a coma and ultimately led to heart failure. The 88-year-old pontiff died peacefully in his private quarters at the Santa Marta residence within the Vatican at 7:35 a.m. local time . According to the death […] The post Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband

Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Trade and Export, Mrs. Shimite Winifred Bello, has been confirmed dead. It was gathered that the renowned Trade and Economic expert allegedly died as a result of domestic violence on Monday. In Facebook post shared by  Hon. Oge Okonkwo, disclosed that Shimite’s husband has been arrested […] The post Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Niger: Thugs on rampage, kill bank driver, beat man to coma in latest attack

From John Adams, Minna There seems to be no end in sight over the activities of some youths suspected to be thugs in Minna,  Niger State, who have continued to unleash terror, and stabbing innocent citizens to death without any provocation. The latest victims in the ongoing brutal killing by these thugs are  :a driver […] The post Niger: Thugs on rampage, kill bank driver, beat man to coma in latest attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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