73 m. ago Flooding: Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge

Over 150 people in the Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger died following the devastating flood that destroyed homes and displaced thousands of residents in May. The post Flooding: Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

4 h. ago BBN S10: I Hope To Deepen My Therapy Practice Into Podcasts, Expand My Hair Brand – Ibifubara

Evicted housemate from the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10, Ibifubara is set to channel her experience in the house into new ventures. The 28- year old therapist who was visibly shaken on her early exit in the house is ready to use the platform to launch her podcast and also expand her hair brand […]

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7 h. ago EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate has arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State. In a statement posted on X.com on Friday, the EFCC stated that a pump-action rifle and live cartridges were found in possession of one of the suspects. The statement partly read, “Their arrest on Friday, August 15, […] The post EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump-Action Rifle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago UNDP, REA Partner On Nigeria’s Clean Energy Transition, Innovation

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a landmark partnership to accelerate Nigeria’s clean energy transition, boost innovation, and prepare a future-ready workforce. The collaboration will focus on five core pillars: energising education and innovation, expanding skills development, supporting state-level policy reforms, unlocking innovative financing, and advancing research […]

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11 h. ago National Youth Games: We‘ll not settle for less in Asaba – Sabina Chikere

“The 9th National Youth Games is not going to be an exception, Edo State is going to Asaba to win, we are going there for business.” These are the words of the Executive Director of Sports Development and Operations, Edo State Sports Commission, (ESSC) Sabina Chikere, to Nigerians on Team Edo goal at the highly […] The post National Youth Games: We‘ll not settle for less in Asaba – Sabina Chikere appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s oil production nears 1.83mbpd, targets 2.5mbpd by 2026

Nigeria’s oil sector is showing signs of renewed momentum as crude production edges closer to 1.83 million barrels per day read more Nigeria’s oil production nears 1.83mbpd, targets 2.5mbpd by 2026

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21 h. ago EPL: Man Utd suffer double injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United will be without Lisandro Martinez and Noussair Mazraoui in their Premier League opener against Arsenal. Manager Ruben Amorim made this known on Friday. United host the Gunners on Sunday to begin their 2025/2026 season. Amorim, who is hoping for a fine start to the season, will have to do so […] The post EPL: Man Utd suffer double injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull

From Tony Osauzo, Be+)%nin The Bishop of the Auchi Diocese of the Catholic Church, Bishop Gabriel Dunia, yesterday, called on President Bola Tinubu, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and all security agencies in the country to do the needful and help rescue two Seminarians abducted from the Catholic Immaculate Conception Minor Minor […] The post Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Catholic Diocese Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention Over Kidnap 2 Seminarians

The Catholic Diocese of Auchi in Edo State, on Friday, appealed to President Bola Tinubu, Governor Monday Okpebholo and security agencies to help with the release two seminarians of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Ivhianokpodi-Agenebode who were kidnapped 35 days ago on the night of Thursday 10th of July 2025. In a recent viral […]

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27 h. ago ‘Rescue Kidnapped Seminarians’, Edo Bishop Tells Tinubu, Security Agencies

A viral video shows two young children clutching a human skull, crying, and pleading for their release while surrounded by gun-wielding men. The post ‘Rescue Kidnapped Seminarians’, Edo Bishop Tells Tinubu, Security Agencies appeared first on Channels Television.

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28 h. ago NAICOM Sets July 2026 Deadline For New Insurance Capital Requirements

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has granted insurers and reinsurers a 12-month window to meet the new Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR) introduced under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. According to a circular issued by the Commission, all operators must comply with the revised MCR and applicable Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework on or […]

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29 h. ago Recapitalisation: July 2026 deadline triggers insurance industry rat race

as component of capital remains unclear Insurance companies in Nigeria have been given twelve calendar months ending July 2026 to read more Recapitalisation: July 2026 deadline triggers insurance industry rat race

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32 h. ago Dangote speaks after truck driver knocked down BBNaija Phyna’s sister

By Seyi Babalola Dangote Group has spoken after their truck knocked down Ruth Otabor, the sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner Phyna, in an accident in Auchi, Edo State. The firm announced this in a statement released on Thursday via its X account, after public indignation and calls for justice for Ruth. On […] The post Dangote speaks after truck driver knocked down BBNaija Phyna’s sister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Transport

35 h. ago After spending N21bn, FG budgets 180x more for Third Mainland Bridge repairs

The federal government has approved plans to either rehabilitate or completely rebuild the Third Mainland at a cost of N3.8 read more After spending N21bn, FG budgets 180x more for Third Mainland Bridge repairs

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36 h. ago Nigeria and the exaggerated fear of Genetically Modified (GM) crops

By Bennett C. Nwanguma As someone who was involved in the advocacy for the passage of the Nigerian Biosafety Bill by the 7th and 8th National Assemblies, before it was finally signed into law by President Goodluck Jonathan in April 2015, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to contribute to the on-going discussion about […] The post Nigeria and the exaggerated fear of Genetically Modified (GM) crops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity

By Fred Itua When the chronicles of Edo’s educational history are written, the chapter on Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, under Governor Monday Okpebholo will stand as a masterclass in purposeful leadership. In less than a year, a once-prestigious institution teetering on the brink of collapse has been pulled back from academic oblivion and set […] The post From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago VeryDarkMan Questions Accountability After Dangote Truck Accident Leaves Phyna’s Sister In Critical Condition

Nigerian social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has claimed that Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, may avoid legal consequences following an accident that left Big Brother Naija star Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor, critically injured. The accident occurred at Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State and involved a Dangote Group truck, which allegedly struck Ruth and the commercial […] The post VeryDarkMan Questions Accountability After Dangote Truck Accident Leaves Phyna’s Sister In Critical Condition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago FCT Council Polls: INEC To Publish Candidates’ Biodata Monday

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it will publish the personal details of candidates for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026, on Monday. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun disclosed this at the end of the Commission’s regular weekly meeting in […]

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43 h. ago Abducted Edo Minor Seminarians Beg For Freedom In Viral Video

Seminarians abducted at the Catholic Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary School at Ivianokpodi, Agenebode in Etsako East local government area of Edo State have appealed to their parents and well-wishers to help to secure their release. Gunmen attacked the school on July 10th, killing an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) attached […]

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