18 h. ago Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours

Legendary Nigerian singer Ebenezer Obey has refuted circulating rumours suggesting that he has passed away. Reports circulated online alleging that the 83-year-old singer had died from a stroke. However, a recent video posted on his Instagram page showed Obey very much alive, performing ‘I Have A God Who Never Fails’ with his two sons. READ […] The post Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Don’t Mislead Public, Kano Government Admonishes Journalists

Kano State government has cautioned practitioners to uphold media ethics and operate strictly within journalism standards to avoid misleading the public. The commissioner for Information and Home Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, made call during a press briefing following reports on corruption allegations against some officials. He said the allegations were before the court and under […]

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40 h. ago PICTORIAL: Oyo APC Protests Alleged Victimisation Of Lawmaker Over N300bn Loan

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State on Monday protested against alleged victimisation of one of its lawmakers, Ibraheem Shittu, for reportedly leaking the N300 billion loan approved by the State’s House of Assembly for Governor Seyi Makinde. The protest which started in the early hours at the APC secretariat at the Oke Ado […]

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69 h. ago Adeyanju Condemns DSS For Targeting Sowore’s Social Media Account

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has condemned the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly targeting the X (formerly Twitter) account of Sahara Reporters publisher and activist, Omoyele Sowore. In a statement on Sunday, Adeyanju described the DSS move as “unacceptable” and an attack on democracy. ‘I Won’t Delete It,’ Sowore Responds To […]

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3 d. ago Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges

• No child was sold, baby in our custody –Commissioner • AIG probes cops, couple, NSCDC officers, ministry officials   From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The alleged exchange of a new born baby for N25 million or N700,000 at the police clinic of the Ebonyi State police command, Abakaliki the state capital has remained a subject […] The post Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago AA&R Investment Group, Haske Demands Retraction, N500m from The Africa Report Over Alleged False Allegations

The management of AA&R Investment Group and its Group Managing Director, Mr. Abdullahi Bashir Haske, have formally demanded a retraction read more AA&R Investment Group, Haske Demands Retraction, N500m from The Africa Report Over Alleged False Allegations

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6 d. ago Outrage in Bayelsa as police free suspect in viral assault video

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa There is  outrage in Bayelsa State, following reports that the Police have allegedly released a key suspect, Kadi Bae, a 200L student of Social Science involved in the viral assault and stripping of a 19-year-old girl, Ifedi Nancy, a small business owner from Imo State. Nancy’s assault had sparked condemnation on […] The post Outrage in Bayelsa as police free suspect in viral assault video appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “I’ll Never Join Any Coalition Against President Tinubu” – Ex

Hadi Sirika, former Aviation Minister, on Wednesday, denied reports linking him to any opposition coalition allegedly planning to remove President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Speaking on Channels TV’s Morning Brief, Sirika emphasised that he had no connection to the group and would never participate in such activities. When asked about the reports, Sirika said plainly, […] The post “I’ll Never Join Any Coalition Against President Tinubu” – Ex-Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FAAN Probes Passenger’s Forceful Removal From Enugu Air Flight

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it has launched an investigation into an incident involving a passenger and Enugu Air. A video circulating on social media since Monday showed security operatives forcibly removing a passenger from an Enugu Air flight after he allegedly refused to switch off his mobile phone. Speaking with reporters […]

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9 d. ago Ondo Police Arrest Hotel Employee For Stealing Customer’s N11m Gold Chain

Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have apprehended a staff member of a prominent hotel in Akure for allegedly stealing a gold chain valued at N11 million from a customer. The suspect, identified as Temitope Ajayi, was employed at Dejavu Hotel, Alagbaka, Akure, and is reported to have committed the alleged theft on June […] The post Ondo Police Arrest Hotel Employee For Stealing Customer’s N11m Gold Chain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Gov Oborevwori reacts as policemen kill pregnant woman in Delta

…Urges security agencies to adhere to rules of engagement   From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, reacted to alleged killing of a pregnant woman by officers of “Operation Sweep” of the Delta State Police Command. The yet-to-be identified lady was reportedly shot by security operatives who were allegedly […] The post Gov Oborevwori reacts as policemen kill pregnant woman in Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Niger: Police arrest housewife for alleged culpable homicide

Tribune Online Niger: Police arrest housewife for alleged culpable homicide A disturbing incident has been reported in Minna, Niger, where a housewife, Adiza Bala, also known as Mama Sabir, allegedly poured Niger: Police arrest housewife for alleged culpable homicide Tribune Online

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1 week ago No cracks in Sports House, we are one family – NSC boss clears air

By Abel Leonard, Lafia Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has debunked reports of an alleged rift between him, NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, and the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau. Olopade made the clarification yesterday at a press conference during the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta […] The post No cracks in Sports House, we are one family – NSC boss clears air appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago BBC Rejects Resignation Of Hausa Editor Amid Harassment Allegations

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has turned down the resignation of its Hausa Service Editor, Aliyu Abdullahi Tanko, after placing him on a three-month suspension over allegations of workplace harassment raised by some former employees. Tanko was reportedly suspended on Wednesday and immediately tendered his resignation the following day. However, the organisation declined his request […] The post BBC Rejects Resignation Of Hausa Editor Amid Harassment Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kaduna: Kidnap Ranking Report False, Mischievous – Commissioner

The Kaduna State Government has dismissed a report ranking the state among the highest in kidnapping incidents nationwide, describing it as “false, mischievous and irresponsible.” In a statement issued on Thursday by the Ministry of Information and signed by the Commissioner-Designate, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, the report attributed to SB Morgen, which alleged that 629 persons […]

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2 w. ago Kano Gov’t Denies Alleged Diversion Of Public Funds By Gov’s Top Aide

The Kano State Government has denied allegations that the Director-General of Protocol at the Government House, Abdullahi Ibrahim Rogo, diverted ₦6.5 billion from the state treasury, describing the claims as politically-motivated. LEADERSHIP reports that the allegations, first reported by an online newspaper on August 22, included that Rogo withdrew the funds between November 2023 and […]

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2 w. ago Gunmen on rampage, invade community vigilante commander’s residence kill 5

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Ajanaumuna, Ezinachi community in Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State are currently gripped with fear over the recent attack of the residence of its newly appointed vigilante commander whose name could not be ascertained as the time of this report, allegedly killing five of his kinsmen .  An inside source […] The post Gunmen on rampage, invade community vigilante commander’s residence kill 5 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ebonyi Commissioner Denies Reports Of Being Detained Over Alleged Baby Sale Worth ₦25m

The Ebonyi State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Felicia Nwamkpuma, has denied reports claiming she was arrested and detained by the police in connection with allegations of selling a baby for ₦25 million. Speaking to journalists in Abakaliki on Thursday, Nwamkpuma described the reports as false, malicious, and misleading. She maintained that the […] The post Ebonyi Commissioner Denies Reports Of Being Detained Over Alleged Baby Sale Worth ₦25m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ebonyi commissioner debunks detention reports over alleged sale of baby

Tribune Online Ebonyi commissioner debunks detention reports over alleged sale of baby I was never arrested or detained. The AIG only invited us to present the baby, and after confirming the baby’s welfare, we returned with him.... Ebonyi commissioner debunks detention reports over alleged sale of baby Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Bauchi police command denies extortion allegations, orders probe

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The Bauchi State Police Command has denied media reports (not The Sun) alleging that recruits at the Nigeria Police Force Training School in Yelwa, Bauchi, were being forced to pay N250,000 for uniforms, boots, and other training kits. The reports, published by Sahara Reporters and Daily Trust, claimed that recruits complained […] The post Bauchi police command denies extortion allegations, orders probe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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