68 m. ago Police rescue four kidnapped victims, arrest 10 suspects in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command said it recorded significant security breakthroughs in the past two weeks, including the rescue of four kidnapped victims, the arrest of 10 suspects, and the recovery of various arms and ammunition. The state Commissioner of Police , CP Ikioye Orutugu, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Read More

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2 h. ago Ogun court jails mother, daughter for stealing ponmo, stockfish

An Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court in Isabo on Friday told a middle-aged woman, Falilatu Amidu and her daughter, Ayisatu Amidu, to go spend six months behind bars for stealing dry ponmo (cow skin), stock fish and dried meat valued at N1million. The court, however, gave an option of N5,000 fine with a condition that Falilatu and Read More

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3 h. ago Customs nabs Chinese wildlife trafficker with 9,493kg of pangolin

From John Adams, Minna In what could be described as a major breakthrough in its war against trafficking in humans and animals, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has confiscated 9,493 kg of pangolin scales during major raids conducted in Ogun and Kano states recently. The Nigeria Customs Service, in a statement in Minna, quoted the […] The post Customs nabs Chinese wildlife trafficker with 9,493kg of pangolin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Benue assembly seeks Supreme Court’s intervention in CJ’s removal

The Benue State House of Assembly has passed a resolution to approach the Supreme Court for the interpretation of section 292 ( 1) A (11) as it pertains to the removal of a Chief Judge. The Majority Leader of the House, Saater Tiseer, during the plenary on Friday, described as an aberration for the state Read More

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5 h. ago Benue Assembly heads to Supreme Court over removal of Chief Judge

Tribune Online Benue Assembly heads to Supreme Court over removal of Chief Judge The majority leader further explained that after the tongue - lashing of the Benue State House of Assembly, the House of Representatives, on Wednesday 26th March, 2025 passed for a second Reading Benue Assembly heads to Supreme Court over removal of Chief Judge Tribune Online

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7 h. ago VeryDarkMan Reacts As Court Blocks His Arrest In Mercy Chinwo’s Legal Feud

A Federal High Court has stepped in to stop the arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan amid his ongoing legal battle with gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her former manager. The controversy began after a Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued a bench warrant for VeryDarkMan on March 13, 2025. This came […] The post VeryDarkMan Reacts As Court Blocks His Arrest In Mercy Chinwo’s Legal Feud appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago UPDATED: Real Madrid coach Ancelotti to face trial for alleged tax fraud

Real Madrid’s legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti will go on trial next week for allegedly failing to declare income to Spain’s tax office, the Madrid court which will hear the case said Friday. Prosecutors are seeking a jail term of four years and nine months for the 65-year-old Italian, accusing him of having cost Spain’s treasury Read More

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10 h. ago Real Madrid coach Ancelotti to face trial for alleged tax fraud

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti will go on trial next Wednesday for allegedly failing to declare income to Spain’s tax office, the Madrid court which will hear the case said Friday. The Madrid state prosecutor’s office accuses the 65-year-old Italian of having cost Spain’s treasury more than one million euros ($1.1 million) in undeclared earnings Read More

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19 h. ago Reps probe alleged abuse of tax incentives by public institutions, others

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate alleged abuse of tax incentives, tax breaks and waivers by public institutions saddled with the responsibility of granting them and the benefiting companies. Consequently, the House mandated its Committees on Industry, Finance and Commerce to undertake the probe and  report back within four  […] The post Reps probe alleged abuse of tax incentives by public institutions, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago UNICAL alumni affirms support for Justice Agim amid convocation controversy

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The University of Calabar Alumni Association has come to the defence of an alumnus of the institution and Supreme Court judge, Justice Emmanuel Agim, over the controversy about his participation in the 37th convocation ceremony and 50th anniversary celebration of the institution. The alumni in a statement by its national president, […] The post UNICAL alumni affirms support for Justice Agim amid convocation controversy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Annie Macaulay Breaks Silence, Drops “Idibia” From Surname After Publicised Split

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has officially returned to Instagram following her failed marriage and time in rehabilitation. On Thursday, the mother of two shared a heartfelt post on her Instagram page expressing gratitude to her family and friends for their unwavering support during her difficult times. She appreciated the love she received and made it […] The post Annie Macaulay Breaks Silence, Drops “Idibia” From Surname After Publicised Split appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Price hike: May 8 fixed for judgment in MultiChoice, FCCPC dispute

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has reserved judgment for May 8 in the suit by MultiChoice Nigeria against the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) over the recent hike in subscription fees for DStv and GOtv services. Justice James Omotosho fixed this after counsel to both parties […] The post Price hike: May 8 fixed for judgment in MultiChoice, FCCPC dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Kwara court sentences three artisans to death for killing mechanic 

A Kwara State High Court, sitting in Ilorin, has sentenced three artisans to death by hanging for the murder of a fellow mechanic, Saheed Lawal, in Offa Local Government Area of the state. The convicts, Isiaka Jimoh, Lekan Ahmed, and Adebayo Saheed, were found guilty of culpable homicide after they tortured Lawal to death over Read More

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26 h. ago Tinubu, Mahama Reaffirm Commitment To ECOWAS–Sahel Bloc Dialogue

President Bola Tinubu and his Ghanaian counterpart, President John Dramani Mahama, on Thursday, reaffirmed their shared commitment to fostering sustained dialogue between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the breakaway Sahelian nations of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The two leaders met behind closed-doors at the State House in Abuja, where they […]

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27 h. ago BREAKING: Senate upholds Nnanna Uzor Kalu’s nomination as NASS Service Commission member

The Senate has upheld the appointment of Hon. Nnanna Uzor Kalu as a member of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) alongside 11 members. The upper chamber had earlier deferred the confirmation of Kalu, the first nominee from the South-East, following a petition against him. At the plenary on Thursday, the Senate unanimously resolved to […] The post BREAKING: Senate upholds Nnanna Uzor Kalu’s nomination as NASS Service Commission member appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Oyebanji approves increment in subvention to tertiary institutions, others

Tribune Online Oyebanji approves increment in subvention to tertiary institutions, others The beneficiaries of the increment include the Ekiti State Customary Court of Appeal, the Ekiti State High Court of Justice, the Ekiti State Judicial Service Commission, and the Ekiti State House of Assembly Service Commission. Oyebanji approves increment in subvention to tertiary institutions, others Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Annie drops ‘Idibia’ name in latest post, signs off as ‘Macaulay’

Annie Idibia, the estranged wife of music legend Innocent Idibia, aka 2Baba, has expressed gratitude to her supporters in an Instagram post on Thursday. PUNCH Online reports that Annie resurfaced on social media on Thursday, nearly two months after 2Baba publicly announced their breakup. In her first post since her return, Annie, who retained her Read More

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28 h. ago 10 key takeaways from international break featuring Premier League stars

As the international break comes to an end, club football is set to return this weekend and continue into April, with various leagues entering crucial stages. During the break, several Premier League stars were in action for their national teams, delivering standout performances, facing setbacks, and making headlines. PUNCH Online highlights 10 key takeaways from Read More

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28 h. ago 10 key takeaways from the international break featuring Premier League stars

As the international break comes to an end, club football is set to return this weekend and continue into April, with various leagues entering crucial stages. During the break, several Premier League stars were in action for their national teams, delivering standout performances, facing setbacks, and making headlines. PUNCH Online highlights 10 key takeaways from Read More

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29 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: APC commends PDP govs over Supreme Court suit

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: APC commends PDP govs over Supreme Court suit The Chairman of the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peter Okocha, has commended the suit filed before the Supreme Court challenging the 18 March declaration of a state of emergency in the South-South state by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Rivers emergency rule: APC commends PDP govs over Supreme Court suit Tribune Online

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