1 hour ago FAAN reduces passenger facilitation process to 45mins at Lagos airport

…renovates, automates D-wing terminal Before now, it took about three hours to process passengers departing to other countries from Murtala read more FAAN reduces passenger facilitation process to 45mins at Lagos airport

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3 h. ago Bayelsa govt cries for help over flooding, coastal erosion, seeks FG, NDDC help

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa As rain intensified in several parts of Bayelsa state in recent days, the Bayelsa State Government has cried for help from the Federal Government, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and other well-meaning organizations to support the state in addressing the twin problems of flooding and coastal erosion. Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence […] The post Bayelsa govt cries for help over flooding, coastal erosion, seeks FG, NDDC help appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Senate passes bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has passed a bill seeking to  reposition the power sector for optimal performance by clarifying regulatory roles between the Federal and State governments, criminalising the vandalism of electricity infrastructure, introducing a targeted subsidy framework, and defining legal obligations to host communities through second reading. It would mark a major […] The post Senate passes bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Panic as hoodlums storm Osun communities to effect court order

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Members of Ifesowapo communities in Osogbo, Osun State, yesterday appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and Governor Ademola Adeleke, to rescue them from hoodlums who have invaded their communities and  destroyed their property under the guise of securing a court order. Speaking on behalf of the communities covering […] The post Panic as hoodlums storm Osun communities to effect court order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert

Tribune Online Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert EXECUTIVE Director of the Live Free Renewal Centre, a faith-based drug abuse and addiction recovery facility, Mr. David Folaranmi, stated that substance use is not a death sentence and that individuals struggling with addiction can overcome their challenges. Folaranmi, who spoke at the June 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) hosted […] Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Delineation: Delta Communities Threaten To Disrupt Oil Facilities Over Alleged Marginalisation

Ogbe-Ijoh oil producing communities in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, have threatened to disrupt further flow of oil and gas from the communities, if the injustice against them are not addressed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the shortchanged delineation of wards in their local government. This threat is […]

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8 h. ago Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina

Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have arrested three alleged human traffickers and rescued three young women in Katsina State. The victims, aged between 21 and 26, were said to have been trafficked from Benue and Rivers States and forced into sex work under inhumane conditions. According to […] The post Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago EFCC Probes Undeclared $29,000 Cash Intercepted At Lagos Airport

Operatives of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have commenced the investigation of one Rajesh Kumar arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for allegedly failing to declare the sum of $29,000 in his possession at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Kumar was intercepted by Customs operatives during a routine check on Wednesday, […]

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11 h. ago World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

The World Bank has again ranked Nigeria among the Lower-Middle Income Economies (LMIEs), placing Africa’s top oil producer behind conflict-ridden read more World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

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11 h. ago Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother

Brand influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo has made public a disturbing threat letter sent to her mother, Iyabo Ojo’s office, months before the recent fire outbreak. It was earlier reported that the actress’s Lagos office was gutted by fire on July 8, 2025, around 7 p.m. According to Priscilla, the letter was dated May 25, […] The post Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Gunmen, on Wednesday, July 9, reportedly attacked Oko and Ekwulobia communities in Orumba North and Aguata Local Government Areas, killing about four persons as many were injured. The incident occurred around the newly constructed Ekwulobia flyover and the Oko Divisional Police Headquarters, nearly one month after similar attacks claimed several lives […] The post Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Move to safer grounds, Kogi information ministry urges residents in flood

The Sun The Kogi State government has issued a strong appeal to residents living in flood-prone communities to begin relocating to safer grounds as part of early preventive measures ahead of the anticipated seasonal flooding. This call was contained in a statement released on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, […] The post Move to safer grounds, Kogi information ministry urges residents in flood-prone areas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court

Tribune Online Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court The Nigerian Police has preferred a 26-count charge against a Nigerian lawyer, Abu Arome, and three Ghanaians... Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Senate bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism passes second reading 

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has passed a bill seeking to reposition the power sector for optimal performance by clarifying regulatory roles between the Federal and State governments, criminalising the vandalism of electricity infrastructure, introducing a targeted subsidy framework, and defining legal obligations to host communities through a second reading. It would mark a […] The post Senate bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism passes second reading  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge

Tribune Online UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge BBC News had earlier reported that 13 people who worked with Wallace over 17 years accused him of inappropriate sexual comments and behaviour.  UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office

By Seyi Babalola Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has stated that a threat letter was brought to her mother’s office just months after her wedding to Tanzanian artist Juma Jux. Priscilla made this known after her mother’s place of work was destroyed by fire. The letter, allegedly from an aggrieved group, read, […] The post Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Delta Ijaw communities accuse INEC of compromise in electoral wards allocation, threaten shutdown of oil facilities

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Ogbe-Ijoh Kingdom Oil Producing Communities in Delta State have accused some officers of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) of allegedly compromising the Supreme Court ordered electoral wards delineation in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.  Addressing a press conference on Tuesday in Tekedor/Kusimi Community, also […] The post Delta Ijaw communities accuse INEC of compromise in electoral wards allocation, threaten shutdown of oil facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities

To launch 24/7 cybercrime response centre From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 146 foreign nationals allegedly involved in one of the biggest international cybercrime syndicates operating in the country. EFCC Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, who disclosed this Tuesday, at the 2025 National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja, said the […] The post EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago How the ‘Mayor of Pitakwa’ emerged biggest comedy investment in Niger Delta

The comedy show, ‘Mayor of Pitakwa’, is an annual event in Port Harcourt every Easther Monday. It is created and read more How the ‘Mayor of Pitakwa’ emerged biggest comedy investment in Niger Delta

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17 h. ago 2027: Atiku addresses reports of stepping down for southern candidate

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has denied claims that he was asked to step down for a southern presidential candidate in the race for the 2027 ticket. Speaking in a statement released on Tuesday, Atiku called the claim “a malicious fabrication” and “propaganda” allegedly orchestrated by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He further stated […] The post 2027: Atiku addresses reports of stepping down for southern candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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