92 m. ago Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Federal High Court sitting in Umuahia, Abia State, has restrained the Abia state Government and her agents from engaging in fresh process for the appointment of new Judges in the state. The order followed an application brought by two litigants questioning Abia State Government’s engaging in a fresh process in […] The post Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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93 m. ago APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory

• Gov extends Olive branch to Ighodalo, dedicates victory to Edo people  •PDP candidate goes to Appeal Court From Godwin Tsa, Abuja and Tony Osauzo, Benin Governor Monday Okpebholo has called on all citizens, including the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, to join hands for the progress of Edo State, […] The post APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience

By Uche Usim The World Bank has granted approval for three financing operations totaling $1.08 billion to bolster education, nutrition and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement released on the bank’s website on Wednesday, these concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, enhancing household and community resilience, and addressing nutrition […] The post World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked government at all levels to place high premium on prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Oyedepo posited that delayed payment of pensioners’ entitlements was injurious to society, adding that regular payment of pensioners’ […] The post Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Liberation Day: Trump slaps heavy tariffs on China, EU, others

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled a raft of punishing tariffs targeting countries around the world, including some of its closest trading partners, in a move that risks sparking a ruinous trade war. Speaking in the White House Rose Garden against a backdrop of US flags, Trump slapped the most stinging tariffs on China Read More

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2 h. ago Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout

The Ogun State Police Command has increased security measures around the Sagamu interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. This decision follows reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the area. The police aim to enhance safety and protect travelers within the area . In a statement made available to news men on Wednesday, the command […] The post Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup

Super Eagles’ forward, Victor Osimhen on Wednesday scored two goals as Galatasaray beat Fenerbahce 2-1 in a dramatic Turkish Cup quarter-final clash. Turkey international Baris Yilmaz provided an for Osimhen to get the opening goal after 10 minutes. The Nigerian striker then doubled his tally in the 27th minute from the penalty spot, giving his […] The post Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) calls on Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders, criticizing the dominance of the “rule of rulers” over the rule of law. He advocates for active citizen participation in combating corruption, especially at the local level. Falana emphasizes the importance of budget transparency and holding leaders responsible for public fund […] The post Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Edo Gubernatorial: Tribunal Upholds Okpebholo’s Victory, Dismisses Ighodalo’s Petition

Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has affirmed Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress as the winner of September 21 governorship election in the state. In a unanimous judgment, the three-member panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, on Wednesday in Abuja, dismissed the petition filed by Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo. […] The post Edo Gubernatorial: Tribunal Upholds Okpebholo’s Victory, Dismisses Ighodalo’s Petition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa

The Nigerian Military, in collaboration with Briech UAS, has unveiled the first and largest indigenous attack drones and bombs in Nigeria and Africa. The unveiling took place on at the Briech UAS’s headquarters in Abuja. This milestone marks a significant achievement for the Nigerian military, as it strengthens the country’s defense capabilities with locally developed […] The post Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reopened the Onitsha Head Bridge drug market, popularly known as ‘Ogbo Ogwu,’ under strict conditions. Announcing the decision in a statement on Wednesday, NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that shop owners must comply with stringent administrative guidelines before resuming operations, she […] The post NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG

The Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, has commended the people of Uromi for their role in rescuing 11 out of 27 travellers affected by the recent crisis. However, Ikhilor strongly condemned the killing of 16 individuals, describing it as unacceptable. He emphasised the need for peace and justice, urging all parties […] The post Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has assured that there will be an increase in revenue following significant improvements in security across the state. On Wednesday, the governor toured sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed […] The post Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown 

Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited, threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. The ultimatum, conveyed in a letter dated March Read More

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4 h. ago Wike congratulates Okpebholo over tribunal victory, urges him to ignore distractions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has congratulated the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, over the tribunal judgement affirming his victory in the governorship election held in the state in September last year. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and […] The post Wike congratulates Okpebholo over tribunal victory, urges him to ignore distractions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Tinubu’s $1 Trillion Economy Vision Closer To Reality” – Senate

The Senate Committee on Capital Market has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s goal of a $1 trillion economy is now achievable, following the signing of the Investment and Securities Bill 2025 into law. Senator Osita Izunaso, chairman of the committee and sponsor of the bill, highlighted that the new legislation would facilitate economic growth […] The post “Tinubu’s $1 Trillion Economy Vision Closer To Reality” – Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Business leaders push for policy consistency to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

Business leaders and policymakers gathered at the American Business Council’s (ABC) first quarterly Economic Update for 2025 to discuss strategies read more Business leaders push for policy consistency to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

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4 h. ago ABC Nigeria, Built4Balance empower startups with revenue xcelerator program

The American Business Council Nigeria, in partnership with Built4Balance (B4B), successfully concluded the B4B Revenue Xcelerator Pilot Program in 2025. read more ABC Nigeria, Built4Balance empower startups with revenue xcelerator program

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4 h. ago Healthcare federation seeks implementation of waiver on pharmaceutical products

The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria has called on the Nigeria Customs Service to ensure the full implementation of the duty and VAT waivers on pharmaceutical raw materials by issuing circulars to all relevant Zonal Offices and Area Commands. Recently, the Federal Government implemented a two-year import duty and VAT waiver on pharmaceutical raw materials. This Read More

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5 h. ago Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail

By Seyi Babalola After eight years in prison, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women in his South African church was found not guilty of all counts. Timothy Omotoso disputed the 32 counts in a live trial that drew widespread attention across the country. In 2018, one witness testified in court that she had […] The post Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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