29 m. ago PICTORIAL: Troops Rescue Abuja Journalist, 16 Others Kidnap Victims In Kogi

Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued an Abuja-based journalist, Segun Omole, and 16 other passengers, including 13 adults and four children, who were abducted by armed criminals along the Obajana–Lokoja Road in Kogi State. The incident occurred on Wednesday, September 10, when a 17-seater bus conveying the victims from Osun State to […]

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36 m. ago Girl, 18, narrates how she declined to engage in prostitution after being trafficked to Mali

From Tony Osauzo, Benin An 18-year-old girl, Faith Joseph, has narrated how she refused to engage in prostitution in Mali after being deceived with promises of a salesgirl job in Lagos State, only to be trafficked to the Sahel country. She spoke to journalists at the premises of the Edo State Migration Agency in Benin […] The post Girl, 18, narrates how she declined to engage in prostitution after being trafficked to Mali appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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85 m. ago NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards

By Chinenye Anuforo The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced a public review of two key policy frameworks designed to advance Nigeria’s digital economy: the Draft Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Live Events and the Draft Technical Standard for the Nigerian Data Exchange (NGDX). The review session will be held on Thursday, September 18, […] The post NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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99 m. ago Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss

Tribune Online Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss The Chairman/CEO, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on Thursday, explained that Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Affordable Meets Unstoppable: Why The Smart 10 Plus Is Every Nigerian’s Go

Have you been searching for a powerful and reliable phone that can handle your endless scrolling, constant chatting and entertainment without breaking the bank? Discover the Infinix Smart 10 Plus, with its massive 6000mAh battery, 120Hz display, and premium durability. This isn’t just another affordable phone, it’s a carefully crafted tool designed to empower your […]

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2 h. ago FBI places $100,000 bounty, releases images of suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting

Tribune Online FBI places $100,000 bounty, releases images of suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting Utah Valley University has suspended classes and events until Monday while offering counseling services to staff and students affected by the incident. FBI places $100,000 bounty, releases images of suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Banking stocks lift equities market to fifth consecutive gains

Tribune Online Banking stocks lift equities market to fifth consecutive gains Equities trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its bullish run for the fifth consecutive session, as the All-Share Index (ASI) gained 0.21 percent to close at 140,665.84 basis points. Banking stocks lift equities market to fifth consecutive gains Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP), in collaboration with the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the arrest of the former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari. The group, in a joint […] The post Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Police, NDLEA pledge stronger collaboration to tackle drug abuse

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have resolved to deepen their collaboration in the fight against drug trafficking, substance abuse, and related crimes in the state. This followed a courtesy visit by the newly posted NDLEA State Commander, Commander of Narcotics Mustapha Muhammad Gidado […] The post Police, NDLEA pledge stronger collaboration to tackle drug abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Service Chiefs Deserve Commendation, Not Destructive Criticisms, Coalition Tells Nigerians

A coalition of civil society organisations under the umbrella of the Campaign Against Injustice (CAI) has urged President Bola Tinubu to disregard calls for the removal of service chiefs, warning that persistent destructive criticisms could dampen the morale of troops at the frontlines. In a statement signed by its convener, Abbey Jolaosho, on Thursday, the […]

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2 h. ago Abuse of national symbols won’t be tolerated henceforth – NOA

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has warned that abuse of national symbols in the country will no longer be tolerated. John Asanye, the Cross River Director of the agency, disclosed this during the launch of the National Sensitisation Campaign in the state. “Respect for our national symbols is a must. In […] The post Abuse of national symbols won’t be tolerated henceforth – NOA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Benue: Otukpo LG legislative council petitions state Assembly as chairman suspends legislative business

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The legislative council, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA), of Benue State has petitioned the 10th State Assembly, accusing the council Chairman, Maxwell Ogiri, of suspending legislative business on what it described as ‘frivolities’. Leader of the legislative council, Philip Anya, in a petition signed by the Secretary to the LG, Simon […] The post Benue: Otukpo LG legislative council petitions state Assembly as chairman suspends legislative business appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago UNESCO at 80: Renewing commitment to peace in the era of AI and global shifts

By Ngozi Nwoke As the United Nations (UN) clocks 80 years of existence and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) marks eight decades of driving peace and development across the globe, renowned media and tech entrepreneur Amadou Mahtar Ba has thrown his weight behind Firmin Edouard Matoko for the position of UNESCO […] The post UNESCO at 80: Renewing commitment to peace in the era of AI and global shifts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria records setback in oil revenue, loses 2.04m barrels in half

Lowest in 16 years By Adewale Sanyaolu Nigeria has recorded a setback in its oil revenue target for 2025, posting a loss of 2.04 million barrels of oil in the first half of the year (H1 2025). This is based on trends of crude oil losses year-to-date July 2025, released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum […] The post Nigeria records setback in oil revenue, loses 2.04m barrels in half-year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Imo assembly pushes for lower Owerri flight ticket prices    

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Imo State House of Assembly has directed the state governor to urgently interface with the concerned agencies over the exorbitant prices of flight tickets charged by airline operators on the Owerri route. The directive was a result of a motion of urgent importance by the Minority Leader (PDP) and Member […] The post Imo assembly pushes for lower Owerri flight ticket prices     appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NUPENG Threatens To Resume Suspended Strike Over ‘Breach Of Agreement’ By Dangote

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike, accusing the Dangote Group of reneging on a recent agreement on workers’ rights. The development is coming barely two days after the union signed an agreement with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals that ended weeks of faceoff with […]

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4 h. ago Onitsha tragedy: Soludo condoles victims, says Anambra is founded on law and order

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha In the wake of a tragic incident at the Main Market in Onitsha, Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has taken significant steps to comfort the grieving family of the deceased, Miss Chinwe Igwe. Governor Soludo met with the family representatives from Ikwo in Ebonyi State at the Onitsha North Local […] The post Onitsha tragedy: Soludo condoles victims, says Anambra is founded on law and order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Guinness, C&I Leasing, Etranzact, others push stock market higher by 0.21%

Stocks like Guinness Nigeria Plc, C & I Leasing, Etranzact and other major advancers on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) read more Guinness, C&I Leasing, Etranzact, others push stock market higher by 0.21%

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4 h. ago Katsina Police Nab Notorious Car Snatcher, Recover Stolen Vehicle

The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended a 28-year-old suspected notorious car thief in Katsina metropolis. DSP Abubakar Aliyu, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the arrest followed intensified efforts by the police to combat car theft across the state. Aliyu explained that on August 30, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the […] The post Katsina Police Nab Notorious Car Snatcher, Recover Stolen Vehicle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NOUN Assures Of Fair Selection Process For Next Vice Chancellor

The Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has reassured the public and members of its academic community that the process of selecting the next Vice-Chancellor will be fair, transparent, and strictly in line with established guidelines. This assurance followed a social media report suggesting that a potential candidate for the position […]

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