70 m. ago Shadow Gov’t: DSS Drags Pat Utomi To Court, Accuses Him Of Usurping Tinubu’s Powers

The Department of State Services (DSS) has dragged a former presidential candidate, Prof. Patrick Utomi, before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, over allegation of forming a shadow government in the country. In the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CS/937/2025, the federal government accused Prof. Utomi of attempting to illegally usurp the executive powers of President Bola […]

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80 m. ago 2025 UTME: JAMB Registrar weeps, says technical glitches responsible for mass failure

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja    Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), broke down in tears on Wednesday as he openly admitted that undetected “technical glitches” affected the credibility of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) vis-à-vis the results that were released last Friday.  At a press conference […] The post 2025 UTME: JAMB Registrar weeps, says technical glitches responsible for mass failure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Senate confirms five new INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate confirmed five new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, May 14. The confirmation followed a report by the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, presented by its chairman, Senator Simon Lalong, during plenary. The committee screened the nominees on Tuesday, May 6, under […] The post Senate confirms five new INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Osun: Family condemns attacks on lawyers, others during execution of Court’s judgment

Tribune Online Osun: Family condemns attacks on lawyers, others during execution of Court’s judgment The family of late Mrs. Sinatu Adeoye on Wednesday kicked against unholy attacks launched by a group of individuals to stall the execution of an Osun High Court judgment relating to a land dispute, along Osogbo/Ikirun road in the state. Osun: Family condemns attacks on lawyers, others during execution of Court’s judgment Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Police bust burglary syndicate in Sokoto recover items worth millions

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested two suspects linked to a series of burglaries across the state capital, recovering stolen items valued in millions of naira. The breakthrough followed a report made by one Mustapha Maikano, a resident of Mana Layout, who reported to the Unguwar Rogo Police Station on […] The post Police bust burglary syndicate in Sokoto recover items worth millions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Jamb admits to errors in UTME exams as registrar breaks down in tears

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted to errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Ishaq read more Jamb admits to errors in UTME exams as registrar breaks down in tears

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3 h. ago Senate Confirms 5 Nominees As INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners

The Senate, on Wednesday, confirmed the appointment of five Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following the adoption of a report of its Committee on INEC and Electoral Matters. The confirmed nominees were Umar Yusuf Garba, Sa’ad Umar Idris, Chukwuemeka Obeziako, Umar Mukhtar, and Johnson Alalibo Sinikiem. Each is expected […]

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4 h. ago Lassa Fever: NCDC Confirms 138 Deaths, 717 Cases In 18 States

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has disclosed, that the country has recorded 717 cases of Lassa fever and 138 deaths across 18 states. NCDC made the disclosure in the Lassa fever situation report for week 18 (epidemiological week 18) released on Wednesday, which revealed that the case fatality rate (CFR) stands […]

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4 h. ago Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture

Tribune Online Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has responded to recent concerns regarding the safety of Nigerian airports, stating the Bureau's role in the investigation of the helicopter crash involving the late Herbert Wigwe and provided updates on its expanded mandate covering all modes of transport. Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Ojukwu varsity gets full NUC accreditation in Medicine, Nursing Sciences, others

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation status to Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, for its various academic programs during the recent exercise conducted in October and November 2024. The results were communicated via a memo from the Acting Director of Accreditation, Engr. Abraham Chundusu, on behalf […] The post Ojukwu varsity gets full NUC accreditation in Medicine, Nursing Sciences, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Lassa fever death toll rises to 138 as virus spreads to 18 States

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 138 deaths from Lassa fever across 15 states, with read more Lassa fever death toll rises to 138 as virus spreads to 18 States

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6 h. ago Niger govt receives certificates for commencement of three special agro processing zones

Tribune Online Niger govt receives certificates for commencement of three special agro processing zones Niger State Government has paid and obtained certificates for the commencement of 3 Special Agro Processing Zones in the State. Niger govt receives certificates for commencement of three special agro processing zones Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Biafra: Court admits Gulak’s medical report, death certificate as evidence

Tribune Online Biafra: Court admits Gulak’s medical report, death certificate as evidence The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday, admitted the medical report and death certificate of former presidential aide, Ahmed Gulak, as evidence in the ongoing trial of the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who is being prosecuted over terrorism-related charges. Biafra: Court admits Gulak’s medical report, death certificate as evidence Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Borno Gov’t Moves To Rehabilitate 73 Minors Indulged In Drug Abuse, Crime

The Borno State Government has rescued 73 children who were linked to drug abuse and criminal activities from the streets and transferred them to the Bulumkuttu Rehabilitation Centre in Maiduguri, the state capital. LEADERSHIP gathered that the move followed the circulation of a disturbing video on social media, showing a young teenage boy openly admitting […]

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8 h. ago Court Adjourns Suit On Naira Abuse Against TikToker Murja Kunya

The Federal High Court in Kano has adjourned the sentencing of popular TikToker, Murja Ibrahimi Kunya to May 20, following a request by the prosecution to amend the charge against her. LEADERSHIP reports that Murja is facing a one-count charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly abusing the naira. The […]

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8 h. ago Man Remanded In Adamawa For Alleged Defilement Of Three Minors

A Magistrate Court in Yola, Adamawa State, has remanded one Abubakar Abdulsalam in prison custody for allegedly defiling three minors. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Mr. Abdulsalam, a resident of Yolde Pate in Yola South Local Government Area, was charged to court on charges of defilement and unnatural offence, contrary to sections 263 and 211 of […] The post Man Remanded In Adamawa For Alleged Defilement Of Three Minors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Fidson Invests ₦3.7bn To Boost Local Pharma Production In 2024

Fidson Healthcare Plc, Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturer, has reinforced its leadership in 2024 with a ₦3.7 billion investment in local pharmaceutical manufacturing infrastructure, an aggressive move that underlines its commitment to homegrown healthcare solutions. The investment, aimed at expanding production capacity and reducing reliance on imported medicines, comes as the company reported a record ₦84.2 billion […]

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11 h. ago “They Contributed Nothing, Yet Want Me Out” – Abure Slams Obi, Otti

Labour Party National Chairman, Julius Abure, has issued a fiery response to internal critics, particularly targeting the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and other former aspirants. In a satement on Tuesday, Abure challenged anyone within the party to come forward with evidence of financial support given to him or the party during the elections. […] The post “They Contributed Nothing, Yet Want Me Out” – Abure Slams Obi, Otti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Kano Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Friend Over Cap

An High Court in Kano State has sentenced one Adamu Isma’ila Arzai to death by hanging for killing his friend during a fight over a cap. It was gathered that Mr. Adamu killed his friend, identified as Auwal Shehu Kabara, on their way to Bauchi for a business trip in 2016. A disagreement over a […] The post Kano Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Friend Over Cap appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “I Became Less Ambitious, Comfortable” – Orezi On Decline In Music Industry

Nigerian singer Orezi has opened up about the reasons behind his reduced presence in the music industry, revealing that a loss of ambition played a key role in his career’s slowdown. In a candid conversation on Hip TV’s Trending show, posted on X on Tuesday, the “Ogede” hitmaker admitted that his decreasing drive and comfort […] The post “I Became Less Ambitious, Comfortable” – Orezi On Decline In Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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