63 m. ago Osinachi: Delta PPRO urges partners suffering domestic violence to flee

By John Ogunsemore Following the death sentence passed on late singer Osinachi’s husband, Peter Nwachukwu, police spokesman in Delta State, SP Bright Edafe has advised against tolerating domestic violence in marriage. Daily Sun reports that Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme of the FCT High Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, on Monday found Osinachi’s husband guilty […] The post Osinachi: Delta PPRO urges partners suffering domestic violence to flee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically

By Chinwendu Obienyi Wema Bank Plc has confirmed that the payment of its approved 2024 dividend to its shareholders will commence on May 22 and will be made exclusively through electronic channels. The bank in a corporate disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) signed by its company secretary, Johnson Lebile, stated that a final […] The post Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG

By Uche Usim The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised concerns that the 2025 budget proposal has failed to sufficiently address the critical need for electricity tariff reforms. The group warned that this oversight could undermine efforts to attract private-sector investment and compromise the financial sustainability of the power sector. In a report titled […] The post 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago DisCos Must Be Accountable For 112 Electricity Deaths In 2024 – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged the judiciary to hold electricity distribution companies (DisCos) accountable for the 112 electricity-related deaths and 95 injuries recorded in 2024. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National Seminar on Regulations in the Electricity Power Sector for Judicial Officers—organised by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory […]

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7 h. ago UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes

In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality of basic education across Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, recently announced the national flag-off of the 2023/2024 School-Based Management Committee – School Improvement Programme (SBMC-SIP) and Teacher Professional Development (TPD) initiatives. These pivotal programmes are strategically designed […] The post UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking

Operatives of Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended one Soji Inawole for allegedly using commercial motorcycle, popularly known as Okada, to traffic illicit drugs across the metropolis. It was gathered that Soji, a 40 years old, reportedly involved in transporting illegal substances such as Colorado, Indian hemp, and other narcotics. During the operation, officers discovered a […] The post Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024-2025 Nigerian Premier Football League title. Tinubu described the historic victory, four years after the team’s promotion to the elite league, as a testament to the hard work, discipline, and unyielding spirit of the players, the coaching crew and the management. This was […] The post Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tinubu mourns passing of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Habibi at 67

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Sheikh Mainasara Liman Habibi, a prominent Islamic preacher based in Zaria, who passed away at the age of 67 over the weekend. Sheikh Habibi was the National Chairman of the Preachers Committee of the Fityanul Islam under the Tijjaniyya Muslim […] The post Tinubu mourns passing of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Habibi at 67 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate has launched investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and 200 Euros confiscated by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The funds were discovered in an unaccompanied bag suspected to have been smuggled into […] The post EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago President Tinubu congratulates Remo Stars on first NPFL title

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, their read more President Tinubu congratulates Remo Stars on first NPFL title

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13 h. ago Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

…Puts new threshold requests on hold …As MDAs get April 30 deadline to end 2024: procurement process Amidst growing abuse read more Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

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14 h. ago Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced To Death By Hanging Over Singer’s Murder

Peter Nwachukwu, the spouse of the late gospel artist Osinachi Nwachukwu, has been sentenced to death by hanging by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, located in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja. The judgment was delivered on Monday by Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme, who rejected Nwachukwu’s no-case submission. The court convicted him of culpable homicide […] The post Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced To Death By Hanging Over Singer’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago EFCC Probes Discovery Of $86,500, 305,150 Riyals, €200 Cash At Kano Airport

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced investigation of $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and €200 confiscated by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano. The funds were discovered in an unaccompanied bag suspected to have been smuggled into […]

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16 h. ago Court sentences late gospel singer Osinachi’s husband to death by hanging

Peter Nwachukwu, husband of late gospel music sensation Osinachi Nwachukwu, has been sentenced to death by hanging by the Federal read more Court sentences late gospel singer Osinachi’s husband to death by hanging

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17 h. ago Groom, Three Friends Arrested As Bride Dies Following Forced Sexual Assault In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has detained a groom and his friends for allegedly forcing the bride into non-consensual sexual activity, which resulted in her death. As stated by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, the incident happened on April 26, 2025, around 10 pm. A statement issued to the press in […] The post Groom, Three Friends Arrested As Bride Dies Following Forced Sexual Assault In Jigawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Political Scientists Seek Funding Of Political Parties By FG

Political scientists in the country yesterday asked the federal government to fund political parties in order to make them effective and accountable. They posited that the roles of political parties are so critical to the survival of democracy and its growth, adding that money bags should not be allowed to hijack them. The president of […]

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25 h. ago OPay’s Scam Alerts Warns You Before You Make Costly Mistakes

You’re just seconds away from sending money — the offer sounds perfect, the seller seems trustworthy, and the clock is ticking. But just before you hit send, OPay flashes a critical warning: “Caution — this account has been linked to suspicious activity.” In that moment, the rush fades, your instincts kick in, and you realize […]

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33 h. ago UBA distributes N171 billion dividends to shareholders for 2024

For FY 2024, UBA paid out N171 billion as total dividends to its shareholders, representing a 79 per cent increase read more UBA distributes N171 billion dividends to shareholders for 2024

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34 h. ago Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries

The Kano State Government has uncovered payroll anomalies, revealing 240 employees receiving double salaries and 217 with duplicate Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs). These issues were discovered during a verification exercise that also led to the suspension of salaries for over 2,000 civil servants who failed to attend the process. Secretary to the Kano State Government, […] The post Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1

Nigerian Fuji legend Alhaji Kollington has responded to his fellow musician, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 or Kwam1. In a recent interview with Agbaletu TV, Kwam1 expressed his disappointment with Kollington, stating that he was upset because Kollington failed to visit and offer condolences after the death of his mother. K1 recalled how […] The post “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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