81 m. ago Crude crash: FG’s 2025 budget jerks again, marketers anticipate price cut

The global crash in crude oil prices has put Nigeria’s 2025 budget under more threat, even as fuel marketers await a possible reduction in the prices of petroleum products. According to experts who spoke with our correspondent, the crude oil crash occasioned by the tariffs imposed on countries by United States President, Donald Trump, has Read More

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1 hour ago Zamfara workers applaud Lawal’s appointment of NLC official as perm sec

There was a celebration in Gusau town, the Zamfara State capital, on Saturday night, following the appointment of an official of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Sani Abubakar Bukkuyum, as a permanent secretary by Governor Dauda Lawal. Until his appointment as permanent secretary, Comrade Bukkuyum was the Chairman, National Union of Public Service Reportorial Secretarial, Data Read More

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2 h. ago Sokoto govt warns against inflammatory statements, recommits to tackling insecurity

The Sokoto State Government has cautioned residents against making inflammatory and sensational remarks capable of undermining ongoing efforts to address insecurity in the state. The warning was issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security, Col. Ahmed Usman (Rtd), in response to a statement credited to one Basharu Altine Guyawa. Read More

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2 h. ago Police arrest, teargas protesters in Abuja, Rivers, Lagos, others

• We dispersed miscreants not protesters  –  Police       From Christopher Oji, Oluseye Ojo, Molly Kilete, Abuja, Tony John, Port Harcourt and Lukman Olabiyi Protesters on  the platform of ‘Take It Back Movement’ and other civil society organisations made good their threat yesterday as they stormed some major cities, including the nation’s capital, […] The post Police arrest, teargas protesters in Abuja, Rivers, Lagos, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Stakeholders lament vaccine funding delays, urge local production

Stakeholders on Monday urged the Federal Government to urgently release outstanding vaccine funds and ramp up investment in local vaccine production. They warned that funding delays are threatening Nigeria’s immunisation efforts and endangering the lives of millions of children. They said this at a press conference on immunisation financing in Abuja, themed “Future of immunisation Read More

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9 h. ago Nekekpemi calls for use of AI to transform sustainable energy

A petroleum engineer and data scientist, Prosper Nekekpemi, recently completed a research which explores how AI-driven models can enhance energy read more Nekekpemi calls for use of AI to transform sustainable energy

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10 h. ago CJN cautions judicial officials on data breaches, cyber threats

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has cautioned judicial officials against the risks associated with data breaches, cyber threats, and online systems as they embrace digitalisation. The CJN made this statement on Monday while delivering a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 2025 National Workshop on Information and Communication Technology, held Read More

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10 h. ago “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges

The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked fresh controversy, with a Lagos traditional ruler accusing Nigerian Correctional Service officials of aiding his alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment in prison. Chief Babalola Shabi, the Baale of Kirikiri Town and popularly known as “Baale No-Nonsense,” claimed that Bobrisky […] The post “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Petitioners Ask Court To Compel EFCC To Probe AFN Officials Over Fraud Allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been summoned to the Federal High Court in Abuja following allegations of misappropriation and corruption within the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN). The Incorporated Trustees of Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative has submitted a petition calling for an investigation of the president of the AFN, Tonobok […]

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12 h. ago US tariffs: Don’t be weak, don’t be stupid – Trump to Americans

President Donald Trump has appealed to Americans to remain calm amid the plummeting value of US stocks after markets opened on Wall Street. Data from the S&P 500 index, which tracks the country’s leading listed companies, showed a 200-point drop or 4% on Monday. Also, New York shares were not left out of the dip, […] The post US tariffs: Don’t be weak, don’t be stupid – Trump to Americans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigeria Expresses Interest In Bidding For 2030 Commonwealth Games

Nigeria has officially expressed its interest to bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Abuja poised to be the host city. The announcement followed the Nigeria Olympic Committee’s (NOC) confirmation that they have successfully met the March 28 deadline for submission of interest. The spokesperson for the NOC, Tony Nezianya, in a statement released on […]

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12 h. ago PICTORIAL: Policemen Celebrate Maiden National Police Day In Abuja

Nigeria on Monday marked the maiden edition of the National Police Day at Eagle Square, Abuja, in a colourful ceremony that brought together top security officials, dignitaries, and members of the public. The event marked the first official observance of National Police Day slated for April 7, an annual commemoration institutionalised by President Bola Tinubu […]

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17 h. ago ‘Imagine if I had done any of these,’ Obama slams Trump over media crackdown

Former United States President Barack Obama has criticised some recent actions of President Donald Trump, accusing the current administration of clamping down on the media, targeting political opponents, and threatening institutions that promote diversity and free expression. Obama made the remarks during a conversation with Hamilton College President, Steven Tepper, where he expressed concern over Read More

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18 h. ago World Health Day: Aid cuts threaten progress on ending maternal deaths, UN warns

The United Nations has warned that recent cuts in global health aid could reverse decades of progress in reducing maternal deaths, even as a new report shows fewer women are dying during pregnancy and childbirth than in the early 2000s. In a report released to mark World Health Day on Sunday, the UN revealed that Read More

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18 h. ago Bobrisky smuggled N35m into Kirikiri, gave bribe to live large — Kirikiri Baale

By Seyi Babalola The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked new controversy, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief […] The post Bobrisky smuggled N35m into Kirikiri, gave bribe to live large — Kirikiri Baale appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago 300 Golfers Battle For Honour As 2025 Captain’s Cup Tees Off At IBB Golf Club

The much-anticipated 2025 Captain’s Cup tournament officially teed off this morning at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, with no fewer than 300 golfers vying for prestigious honours. This year’s tournament, aptly titled “Tiger Bows Out,” celebrates the successful tenure of the outgoing club captain, Ibrahim Babayo. Set to unfold over six exhilarating days, […]

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19 h. ago How Bobrisky smuggled ATM cards into Kirikiri, paid N35m to live large — Kirikiri Baale

Fresh controversy has trailed the recent incarceration of popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief Babalola Shabi, popularly Read More

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20 h. ago How Bobrisky smuggled ATMs into Kirikiri, paid N35m to live large — Kirikiri Baale

Fresh controversy has trailed the recent incarceration of popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief Babalola Shabi, popularly Read More

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20 h. ago Uromi Monarch Condemns Killings Of 16 Hunters, Calls For Military Base

The palace of the Ojuromi of Uromi on Sunday condemned the extra-judicial killing of 16 travellers who are claimed to be hunters. Still, it lamented the poor insecurity in the area and called for establishing a military base and mobile police force unit. The statement, which has been circulating in social media while condemning the […]

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25 h. ago Zion movement founder distances self from blogger’s detention saga

The founder of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, Ebuka Obi, has denied claims of being behind the continued detention of controversial blogger, Chizorom Ofoegbu, popularly known as “Ijele Speaks.” The Zion founder had sued Ofoegbu before a Federal High Court in Lagos over allegations of threats to life. However, he claimed that Ofoegbu was initially granted Read More

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