75 m. ago “Tinubu Should Take Responsibility For Killing Of Over 200 In Benue Because He Failed To Protect Them” — SDP’s Adebayo

Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has laid the blame for the recent massacre in Benue State squarely at the feet of President Bola Tinubu. Adebayo said the President must take full responsibility for the attack that claimed over 200 lives in several communities last Friday. Speaking with news […] The post “Tinubu Should Take Responsibility For Killing Of Over 200 In Benue Because He Failed To Protect Them” — SDP’s Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EFCC arraigns alleged Ponzi operator for laundering over N10bn

Tribune Online EFCC arraigns alleged Ponzi operator for laundering over N10bn He allegedly claimed to be running a business in partnership with telecom giant MTN, a claim the network provider did not verify. EFCC arraigns alleged Ponzi operator for laundering over N10bn Tribune Online

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9 h. ago AML/CFT regimes: CBN tightens compliance obligations of financial institutions

On April 17, 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), through a letter referenced CMD/DIR/PUB/LTI/001/001, reminded all banks, payment service read more AML/CFT regimes: CBN tightens compliance obligations of financial institutions

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10 h. ago Closure of terrorism charge against Kanu an indictment on Judiciary – IPOB

claims attempt to attribute Endsars to him failed From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra  (IPOB ) has described the closure of the terrorism charge against its leader, Nnamdi Kanu by the court on Thursday as vindication to what it termed “a defeat for government, a full blown indictment of the judicial process”.  […] The post Closure of terrorism charge against Kanu an indictment on Judiciary – IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace

•Analysts see lenders surpassing N500bn mark By Chinwendu Obienyi Six top Nigerian banks are on course to exceed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s minimum capital requirement of N500 billion, Daily Sun’s findings have shown. The big lenders; Zenith Bank, Access Holdings, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), FBN Holdings, Fidelity […] The post Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Kanu’s Trial: IPOB Leader Instigated Death Of 233 Security Personnel During #EndSARS Protest – Witness

The federal government’s fifth prosecution witness (PW-5) on Thursday alleged that 233 security agents were killed during the #EndSARS protest as a result of incitement by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The witness, a Department of State Services (DSS) operative, identified as EEE for security reasons, made this claim […]

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25 h. ago Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

…YtD return rises to +14.51% Investor confidence in Nigeria’s equities market increased further on Thursday as banks, especially those affected read more Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

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26 h. ago Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State House of Assembly has urged the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Minister of Finance to immediately release all outstanding local government allocations through the lawful Local Government Accounts. The legislators condemned purported attempts by ‘unauthorised persons’ to approach the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for transactions relating […] The post Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents

Tribune Online ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents The Anambra State Government has issued a stern directive to residents and property owners occupying dilapidated or defaced buildings across key urban areas, mandating them to repaint their structures or face enforcement measures beginning July 1. ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents Tribune Online

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28 h. ago No plan to extend FCT perm sec’s tenure illegally — Civil Service boss

Tribune Online No plan to extend FCT perm sec’s tenure illegally — Civil Service boss The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, has denied any plan to unlawfully extend the tenure of Mr Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, Permanent Secretary representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). No plan to extend FCT perm sec’s tenure illegally — Civil Service boss Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia government said it is in collaboration with security agents dealing with security breaches in the Umunneochi axis and other parts of the state. There was a resurgence of criminal activities in the Ugwuodo, Isuochi axis as residents claimed criminals have, in recent times, unleashed heavy gunfire attacks in the […] The post Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Cross River State Commissioner for Information Dr Erasmus Ekpang has claimed that Governor Bassey Otu’s administration is restoring the lost glory of the state through his lofty initiatives. Ekpang, who stated this during a press briefing with members of the Cross River State Journalists Forum (CROSSJOF) in Abuja, said the administration […] The post Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Sen. Imasuen Breaks Silence On Alleged US Disbarment, Denies Misconduct

The senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Neda Imasuen, has denied widespread online allegations claiming he was disbarred from practising law in the United States over a $150 million client fraud. In a recent interview with Arise TV, monitored in Benin, the Edo Senator dismissed the claims as “completely false,” clarifying that his disbarment in […]

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33 h. ago LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen

APC urges govt to respect court ruling From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), and the Osun State Government have strongly opposed alleged plans by reinstated All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors to claim local government allocations. The Commissioner for Local Government […] The post LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago NULGE suspects diversion, warns CBN against payment of Osun LG funds

The Osun State chapter of Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has warned the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) read more NULGE suspects diversion, warns CBN against payment of Osun LG funds

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34 h. ago EFCC Arrests Former Plateau Speaker For Alleged Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr. Moses Thomas Sule and 14 other members for alleged money laundering. The former legislators were arrested following claims by some concerned state citizens against them for allegedly violating the Money Laundering( Prevention and Prohibition) Act,  […]

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34 h. ago Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali, Car Rental Agent At Loggerheads After Father’s Funeral

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is presently at loggerheads with a car rental company, Klin Deal Resources over an alleged breach of contract after hiring its vehicle he earlier intended to travel with to his hometown for his father’s funeral on June, 7th at Okwuzi, Rivers State. An agent of the company, Franklin Opara claimed […]

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35 h. ago We Need Strong Political Will To End Killings In Nigeria – Enenche

Senior pastor, Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC) Worldwide, Pastor Paul Enenche, has said Nigeria needs strong political will to end senseless killings nationwide. Enenche told newsmen yesterday at Yelewata Town, Guma local government area of Benue State that there was no single justification for the killings, which claimed scores of lives on June 14. He […]

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35 h. ago Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has claimed that 207 residents of Mokwa community died in the recent flooding tragedy, adding that 700 persons were still missing. Recall that the State Emergency Management Agency had disclosed that 163 lost their lives during the unfortunate event, with over 3,000 people displaced. Meanwhile, the state Governor, during a […] The post Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago CBN maintains confidence in banks, offers transitional support

As part of its work to keep banks strong, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has put in place temporary steps for a few banks that are still moving away from earlier support they received during the COVID-19 pandemic. This step is part of the CBN’s broader, sequenced strategy to implement the recapitalisation programme announced […] The post CBN maintains confidence in banks, offers transitional support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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