53 m. ago NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards

By Chinenye Anuforo The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced a public review of two key policy frameworks designed to advance Nigeria’s digital economy: the Draft Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Live Events and the Draft Technical Standard for the Nigerian Data Exchange (NGDX). The review session will be held on Thursday, September 18, […] The post NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 m. ago Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss

Tribune Online Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss The Chairman/CEO, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on Thursday, explained that Why we made late payments for 2025 hajj services — NAHCON boss Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP), in collaboration with the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the arrest of the former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari. The group, in a joint […] The post Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Police, NDLEA pledge stronger collaboration to tackle drug abuse

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have resolved to deepen their collaboration in the fight against drug trafficking, substance abuse, and related crimes in the state. This followed a courtesy visit by the newly posted NDLEA State Commander, Commander of Narcotics Mustapha Muhammad Gidado […] The post Police, NDLEA pledge stronger collaboration to tackle drug abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Abuse of national symbols won’t be tolerated henceforth – NOA

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has warned that abuse of national symbols in the country will no longer be tolerated. John Asanye, the Cross River Director of the agency, disclosed this during the launch of the National Sensitisation Campaign in the state. “Respect for our national symbols is a must. In […] The post Abuse of national symbols won’t be tolerated henceforth – NOA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Benue: Otukpo LG legislative council petitions state Assembly as chairman suspends legislative business

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The legislative council, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA), of Benue State has petitioned the 10th State Assembly, accusing the council Chairman, Maxwell Ogiri, of suspending legislative business on what it described as ‘frivolities’. Leader of the legislative council, Philip Anya, in a petition signed by the Secretary to the LG, Simon […] The post Benue: Otukpo LG legislative council petitions state Assembly as chairman suspends legislative business appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago UNESCO at 80: Renewing commitment to peace in the era of AI and global shifts

By Ngozi Nwoke As the United Nations (UN) clocks 80 years of existence and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) marks eight decades of driving peace and development across the globe, renowned media and tech entrepreneur Amadou Mahtar Ba has thrown his weight behind Firmin Edouard Matoko for the position of UNESCO […] The post UNESCO at 80: Renewing commitment to peace in the era of AI and global shifts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria records setback in oil revenue, loses 2.04m barrels in half

Lowest in 16 years By Adewale Sanyaolu Nigeria has recorded a setback in its oil revenue target for 2025, posting a loss of 2.04 million barrels of oil in the first half of the year (H1 2025). This is based on trends of crude oil losses year-to-date July 2025, released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum […] The post Nigeria records setback in oil revenue, loses 2.04m barrels in half-year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Imo assembly pushes for lower Owerri flight ticket prices    

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Imo State House of Assembly has directed the state governor to urgently interface with the concerned agencies over the exorbitant prices of flight tickets charged by airline operators on the Owerri route. The directive was a result of a motion of urgent importance by the Minority Leader (PDP) and Member […] The post Imo assembly pushes for lower Owerri flight ticket prices     appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NUPENG Threatens To Resume Suspended Strike Over ‘Breach Of Agreement’ By Dangote

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike, accusing the Dangote Group of reneging on a recent agreement on workers’ rights. The development is coming barely two days after the union signed an agreement with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals that ended weeks of faceoff with […]

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3 h. ago Onitsha tragedy: Soludo condoles victims, says Anambra is founded on law and order

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha In the wake of a tragic incident at the Main Market in Onitsha, Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has taken significant steps to comfort the grieving family of the deceased, Miss Chinwe Igwe. Governor Soludo met with the family representatives from Ikwo in Ebonyi State at the Onitsha North Local […] The post Onitsha tragedy: Soludo condoles victims, says Anambra is founded on law and order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Guinness, C&I Leasing, Etranzact, others push stock market higher by 0.21%

Stocks like Guinness Nigeria Plc, C & I Leasing, Etranzact and other major advancers on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) read more Guinness, C&I Leasing, Etranzact, others push stock market higher by 0.21%

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3 h. ago Katsina Police Nab Notorious Car Snatcher, Recover Stolen Vehicle

The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended a 28-year-old suspected notorious car thief in Katsina metropolis. DSP Abubakar Aliyu, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the arrest followed intensified efforts by the police to combat car theft across the state. Aliyu explained that on August 30, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the […] The post Katsina Police Nab Notorious Car Snatcher, Recover Stolen Vehicle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NOUN Assures Of Fair Selection Process For Next Vice Chancellor

The Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has reassured the public and members of its academic community that the process of selecting the next Vice-Chancellor will be fair, transparent, and strictly in line with established guidelines. This assurance followed a social media report suggesting that a potential candidate for the position […]

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3 h. ago Osun Amotekun Arrests Nine Suspects For Livestock Theft, Burglary, Sexual Offences

The Osun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as the Amotekun Corps, has apprehended nine individuals for various crimes, including livestock theft, burglary, and the defilement of minors. According to the Osun Amotekun Corps Commander, Isaac Omoyele, the arrests were confirmed in a statement issued by the agency’s spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu Abass, on Thursday in […] The post Osun Amotekun Arrests Nine Suspects For Livestock Theft, Burglary, Sexual Offences appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Anambra 2025: APC Puts Campaign Council Inauguration On Hold

  The All Progressives Congress, APC, has announced the postponement of the inauguration of its National Campaign Council for the Anambra State governorship election. The event, which was scheduled to take place on Thursday, at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, has now been put on hold. APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, disclosed this […] The post Anambra 2025: APC Puts Campaign Council Inauguration On Hold appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “I’m Avoiding Serious Relationships Because I Can’t Commit To One Person” — Young Jonn

Nigerian singer Young Jonn has opened up about his current approach to relationships, revealing that he isn’t ready to commit to one woman at the moment. The ‘Dada’ hitmaker explained that he is focusing on “platonic” connections rather than diving into a serious romantic relationship. Speaking on a recent episode of the ‘Way Up’ podcast […] The post “I’m Avoiding Serious Relationships Because I Can’t Commit To One Person” — Young Jonn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Former NNPC GM Paulinus Okoronkwo Convicted in $2.1m Bribery Scheme In U.S. Court

A United States District Court in California has convicted Paulinus Iheanacho Okoronkwo, a former General Manager of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), in connection with a $2.1 million bribery scheme linked to oil drilling rights in Nigeria. Okoronkwo, 58, who holds dual citizenship in Nigeria and the United States, is also a practising lawyer […] The post Former NNPC GM Paulinus Okoronkwo Convicted in $2.1m Bribery Scheme In U.S. Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nasarawa Police Nab Woman Over Abandoned Baby In Akwanga Bush

Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a woman accused of abandoning her newborn baby in a bush in Akwanga, Akwanga Local Government Area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed the development to reporters on Thursday in Lafia. “The mother of the baby has been identified and […] The post Nasarawa Police Nab Woman Over Abandoned Baby In Akwanga Bush appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Residents Of Governors Road Ikotun Accuse Ikeja Electric Of Insensitivity Over 10

Residents of Governors Road in Ikotun, Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, have accused Ikeja Electric of insensitivity following a prolonged blackout that has lasted more than 10 days. Speaking on behalf of the community, the Chairman of Igando Peace Estate Phase IV Community Development Association (CDA), Emmanuel Joseph, said the outage has crippled […] The post Residents Of Governors Road Ikotun Accuse Ikeja Electric Of Insensitivity Over 10-Day Blackout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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