70 m. ago Sextortion: Four Ivorians arrested after American kid dies by suicide

By John Ogunsemore The United States government said four men in Côte d’Ivoire have been arrested in connection with an international “sextortion” scheme linked to the death of American kid, Ryan Last. Head of the US Justice Department’s Criminal Division, Matthew R. Galeotti, Acting US Attorney for the Northern District of California, Patrick D. Robbins […] The post Sextortion: Four Ivorians arrested after American kid dies by suicide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Victor Osimhen: From local football pitches to European stardom

By Seyi Babalola Victor Osimhen’s journey from the streets of Lagos to the peak of European football exemplifies his tenacity, talent, and unshakeable dedication. His career trajectory demonstrates a sequence of hurdles overcome and milestones reached, cementing his status as one of the most formidable strikers in the contemporary game. Early Life and background Victor […] The post Victor Osimhen: From local football pitches to European stardom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Dynamic Duo Label Launches Nationwide Freestyle Competition With ₦2m Grand Prize

Music enthusiasts across Nigeria are gearing up for what could be the biggest break of their careers, as the Dynamic Duo Label unveiled its latest talent discovery campaign – the Dynamic Duo Challenge. Set to kick off on May 12 and run through May 26, the highly anticipated freestyle competition offers aspiring artists the opportunity […]

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1 hour ago FCT new city gate underway following Remi Tinubu’s request — Wike

Tribune Online FCT new city gate underway following Remi Tinubu’s request — Wike A new City Gate for the Federal Capital Territory is underway following the request by the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, and the directive of the FCT minister for the design and construction. FCT new city gate underway following Remi Tinubu’s request — Wike Tribune Online

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2 h. ago UK’s stricter requirements may reduce migration to 258,000 by mid

Keir Starmer, United Kingdom’s Prime Minister has introduced stricter migration requirements which could lead to a sharp drop in net read more UK’s stricter requirements may reduce migration to 258,000 by mid-2027

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2 h. ago De Imperial Philanthropic Family Offers N50m Scholarship To Support Best JAMB Students

The De Imperial Philanthropic Family, Nigeria, has announced the launch of a N50 million scholarship fund aimed at rewarding the highest-performing students in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) across the country. The initiative was officially unveiled on Saturday in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State. Speaking at the event, the National President of the […]

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2 h. ago NDYC Calls For Defence Minister’s Removal Amid Escalating Insecurity

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to relieve Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar of his duties due to the escalating insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the northern part of the country. The group noted that recent incidents, including the overrunning of military bases in Borno State by insurgents, resulting […]

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2 h. ago UTME mass failure: JAMB begins system review for alleged technical glitches

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced on Monday, May 12, that it has initiated a comprehensive review of its systems to investigate potential technical glitches that may have compromised the quality of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, released on Friday, May 9. JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, […] The post UTME mass failure: JAMB begins system review for alleged technical glitches appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Selfish Interest Will Kill PDP, Party Can’t Win In 2027 —Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has warned that selfish interests may destroy the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that the party stands no chance of winning the 2027 elections. The minister issued the warning during his monthly media chat with selected journalists in Abuja, on Monday. He emphasised that […]

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2 h. ago Buratai Advocates Fusion Of Military Strategy, Diplomacy In Global Peace Efforts

A former Nigeria’s Ambassador to Benin Republic, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (rtd), weekend, made a strong case for fusion of military leadership to the fabric of international diplomacy and conflict resolution. Buratai made the call while speaking as a special guest of honour at a one-day simulation of the United Nations General Assembly for […]

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2 h. ago Wike confirms Fubara’s visit with two governors, hails Okowa’s move to APC

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has confirmed that Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended Governor of Rivers State, read more Wike confirms Fubara’s visit with two governors, hails Okowa’s move to APC

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3 h. ago 10th House of Reps receives 1,059 bills since inception — Kalu

Tribune Online 10th House of Reps receives 1,059 bills since inception — Kalu "Under his stewardship, Nigeria is witnessing a paradigm shift: a nation transitioning from potential to performance, from challenges to solutions 10th House of Reps receives 1,059 bills since inception — Kalu Tribune Online

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3 h. ago 2025 UTME: JAMB Assures Prompt Action After Thousands Of Candidates Reject Their Results

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has launched an urgent review of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) process following widespread complaints from candidates regarding discrepancies in their results. In a statement issued on Monday, JAMB’s spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, revealed that the board had received an unusually high volume of complaints after releasing […] The post 2025 UTME: JAMB Assures Prompt Action After Thousands Of Candidates Reject Their Results appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago IPOB Declares May 30 Lockdown To Honour Biafra Fallen Heroes

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a total lockdown across the South-East and parts of the South-South on May 30, 2025, to commemorate fallen heroes of the defunct Biafra Republic. Describing the date as the Biafra Heroes Memorial Day, IPOB said the yearly observance is aimed at honouring the men and women who […] The post IPOB Declares May 30 Lockdown To Honour Biafra Fallen Heroes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “I Used Speed Darlington To Make N70 Million In Three Days” – Portable On Boxing Match Earnings

Nigerian singer Portable has claimed he walked away with a total of ₦70 million following his much-talked-about celebrity boxing match with his colleague Speed Darlington. The fight, held on April 18, ended in Portable’s favor by technical knockout. The bout quickly went viral, drawing attention across social platforms due to the fierce tension that had […] The post “I Used Speed Darlington To Make N70 Million In Three Days” – Portable On Boxing Match Earnings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Minister commends EATECH for setting new standards in gas pipeline management

From Adewale Sanyaolu The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr Ekperikpe Ekpo, has praised Engineering Automation Technology Limited (EATECH) for its innovative solutions in gas pipeline infrastructure management in Nigeria. During a visit to WrapMaster Global LLC, EATECH’s sister company in Houston, Texas, USA, Ekpo commended the company’s efforts in addressing complex challenges in […] The post Minister commends EATECH for setting new standards in gas pipeline management appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria’s inflation to average at 22% in 2025 if CBN holds tight monetary policy – World bank

…says macroeconomic situation improving, urges govt to undertake more reforms Nigeria’s inflation rate could decline to an annual average of read more Nigeria’s inflation to average at 22% in 2025 if CBN holds tight monetary policy – World bank

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4 h. ago Rivers Emergency Rule: 12 SANs To Argue Case For Federal Gov’t At Supreme Court

The Federal Government has put together 12 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) to argue its case filed by 11 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors against the emergency rule imposed on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Akin Olujinmi (SAN) heads the legal team of the Federal Government. The […]

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4 h. ago Rapper Falz Sparks Controversy With Stance On Premarital Sex

Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz the Bahd Guy, has ignited online reactions after sharing his stance on premarital sex. Falz, the son of renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, took to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday to assert that “fornication is not a sin.” His statement, […]

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5 h. ago Inside WISCAR’s Exclusive Book Reading: A Powerful Morning of Mentorship, Leadership & Raising Women Leaders

Mentorship can be a turning point — and for hundreds of women in Nigeria, WISCAR has been just that. This read more Inside WISCAR’s Exclusive Book Reading: A Powerful Morning of Mentorship, Leadership & Raising Women Leaders

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