2 h. ago Mining Office Generates N6.95bn From Reforms, Digitisation In Q1

The Nigerian Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) has announced a revenue of over N6.95 billion for the first quarter of 2025, which it attributed to sweeping reforms, full digitisation, and a firm push for transparency in the solid minerals sector. Speaking in an interview with journalists in Abuja, Director General of MCO, Engr. Obadiah Simon-Nkom, said […]

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4 h. ago Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape rearrested in South Africa

Timothy Omotoso, a Nigerian pastor who was recently acquitted of rape charges, was rearrested by South African police on Saturday. Per the latest reports, Omotoso was apprehended over immigration offences, as revealed by police in South Africa. The clergyman was released in April, nine years after his imprisonment following his trial on charges of raping […] The post Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape rearrested in South Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NNPC, Dangote To Promote Healthy Competition For National Prosperity

As part of ongoing efforts to promote mutually beneficial partnerships and foster healthy competition, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals (DPRP) have pledged to deepen collaboration aimed at ensuring Nigeria’s energy security and advancing shared prosperity for Nigerians. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the […]

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6 h. ago EFCC Arrests Two Chinese Nationals, Six Nigerians For Illegal Mining

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, have arrested two Chinese nationals and six Nigerians for allegedly involving in illegal mining activities in Ogere area, Ogun State. In a statement on Friday by the commission’s Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, identified the suspects as Zhang Hang Lin, Gao Pei Hai, Matthew Mathias, Oluwaseun Amoo, Wasiu Ademola […] The post EFCC Arrests Two Chinese Nationals, Six Nigerians For Illegal Mining appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Chinese govt expresses regret over Nigerian Athletes’ inability to participate in Guangzhou World Athletics Relays

…Says statement issued by AFN clearly inconsistent with facts From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Embassy of China in Nigeria has expressed regret over the inability of Nigerian athletes to participate in the Guangzhou World Athletics Relays from May 10 to 11, 2025 as a result of issuance of visas. This was even as the Embassy […] The post Chinese govt expresses regret over Nigerian Athletes’ inability to participate in Guangzhou World Athletics Relays appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago EU, UN Agencies Launch €60m Health, Social Projects In Sokoto

The European Union (EU), in partnership with the United Nations (UN) and the the Nigerian government, has launched three transformative projects aimed at strengthening health services, social protection and community resilience in Sokoto State and across the country. The launch, which took place at the Sokoto Government House, drew high-level participation including the EU Ambassador, […]

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7 h. ago I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi

By John Ogunsemore A Professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi said he is past the stage of running for public office or gunning for government appointment or contract. Utomi, 69, stated this as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Friday. He said, “Let me state clearly: I will not run for public […] The post I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 10 Nigerian employment laws every worker and employer should know

Understanding your rights and responsibilities in the workplace is essential for both employers and employees in Nigeria. Several important laws read more 10 Nigerian employment laws every worker and employer should know

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10 h. ago Cynthia Osajibenedict speaks on deep, emotional stories about people’s hidden lives in new book

Popular Nigerian author Cynthia ‘Tasha’ Osajibenedict has released her fourth book, titled If These Eyes Could Talk. The new novel read more Cynthia Osajibenedict speaks on deep, emotional stories about people’s hidden lives in new book

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10 h. ago 2025 UTME: 80 candidates in police net over alleged exam malpractices

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed that 80 candidates that participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are in various police detention facilities across the country for their alleged involvement in examination malpractices during the examination. Data released by JAMB indicated that Anambra State was top […] The post 2025 UTME: 80 candidates in police net over alleged exam malpractices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Atula unveils veterans’ blueprint to boost Nigerian wrestling

By Emma Njoku President of Veteran Wrestlers Association of Nigeria, Chief Morris Atula, has unveiled the association’s blueprint towards ensuring that Nigerian wrestlers rank among the best in the world. Atula, who is aspiring to be the next president of the Nigerian Wresting Federation, said veteran wrestlers have resolved to work with top officials of […] The post Atula unveils veterans’ blueprint to boost Nigerian wrestling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Tinubu’s Communication Team Reviews Performance, Sets New Targets

The Federal Government’s National Communication Team, chaired by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has conducted a comprehensive mid-term performance review. The review, part of the team’s commitment to transparency and accountability in public communication, assessed the effectiveness of its strategies in disseminating government policies, programmes, and achievements to both the Nigerian […]

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17 h. ago Imo Police Begin Manhunt For Fleeing Suspects Behind Onuimo, Okigwe Attacks

The Imo State Police Command has commenced intensive manhunt for the fleeing gunmen connected to the Thursday’s attack on travellers in Onuimo and Okigwe local government areas of the State Sources said gunmen had on Thursday morning halted off traffic in Onuimo and the Okigwe-Owerri Expressway for hours and unleashed mayhem on road travellers, killing […]

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17 h. ago Lagos Govt Assures Support For Families Of Deceased Workers With N978.6m Payout

The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with LASACO Assurance Plc, on Friday presented cheques worth N978.62 million to 510 beneficiaries, providing insurance death benefits to the families of deceased public servants. The initiative was led by the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, who emphasized that the payment was intended to offer relief to the […] The post Lagos Govt Assures Support For Families Of Deceased Workers With N978.6m Payout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama Vows To Go To Jail Over Continued Neglect

Controversy has once again trailed Nigerian nightlife promoter Cubana Chief Priest, following a fresh outburst from Hellen Ati, the Kenyan woman who previously accused him of fathering her child and walking away from his responsibilities. In a viral video on Friday, Hellen didn’t hold back as she criticised the socialite for allegedly neglecting both her […] The post Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama Vows To Go To Jail Over Continued Neglect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Juma Jux Reveals Motivation Behind Multiple Weddings With Priscilla Ojo, Hints At Grand Finale In Tanzania

Tanzanian artist Juma Jux has explained the motivation behind his several wedding celebrations with Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo, stating that he wanted to celebrate every meaningful place that played a role in their love journey. In a video shared on X on Friday, the singer shared that the couple’s final wedding celebration will take place […] The post Juma Jux Reveals Motivation Behind Multiple Weddings With Priscilla Ojo, Hints At Grand Finale In Tanzania appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Zamfara Residents Hail Tinubu, Matawalle For Eliminating Bandit Leaders Jijji, Kachallah Sagili

Residents of Talata Mafara local government area of Zamfara State have expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Tinubu; Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle; National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, for their roles in the elimination of two notorious bandit leaders. The operation, which […]

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19 h. ago Obangame Express 2025: Nigeria, Spain, others target arms smuggling in Gulf of Guinea

By PHILIP NWOSU The Nigerian Navy has announced that the 2025 edition of Exercise Obangame Express will focus on combating the smuggling of small arms and light weapons across the Gulf of Guinea—one of the region’s most persistent security threats. The multinational maritime security operation, initiated by the U.S. Navy and coordinated through its Sixth […] The post Obangame Express 2025: Nigeria, Spain, others target arms smuggling in Gulf of Guinea appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Tinubu Building Strong Foundations For Nigerian Children, Says Women Affairs Minister

Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s unprecedented support for the ministry, asserting that his policies will establish a robust foundation for Nigerian children. Her comments followed the launch of the Costed National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children during the Global Alliance to End Violence Against Children conference […]

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19 h. ago Federal Gov’t Launches $500m Scheme To Boost Irrigation, Hydropower In 17 States

The Federal Government has launched the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) project, a $500 million initiative aimed at transforming the country’s irrigation and hydropower sectors. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Utsev, who chairs the committee disclosed this while speaking at the inaugural meeting of the project steering committee on Friday […]

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