22 m. ago Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal

By Seyi Babalola VeryDarkMan, a social analyst and activist, has criticised billionaire heir and reality show star, Kiddwaya for soliciting public donations to help victims of a recent attack in Yelwata, Benue state. Daily Sun reports that Kiddwaya’s post on X requesting Nigerians to send donations to the afflicted community sparked tremendous outrage, prompting him […] The post Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 m. ago EFCC Nabs 19 Suspected Cyber Criminals In Akwa Ibom, Cross River

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have busted a cybercrime syndicate specialising in duping unsuspecting Nigerians and overseas’ residents of cash and other personal belongings through internet scam. The Head, Media and Publicity of the anti-graft agency, Dele Ojewale, who disclosed this to Journalists in Uyo, the […]

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90 m. ago Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta

Tribune Online Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta "FOB Escravos remains unwavering in its commitment to dismantling illegal refining infrastructure and safeguarding Nigeria’s oil assets against economic sabotage." Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Benue killings: ‘Bad roads’ not excuse to shun grieving citizens, Obi slams Tinubu

Tribune Online Benue killings: ‘Bad roads’ not excuse to shun grieving citizens, Obi slams Tinubu "If the Commander-in-Chief cannot reach his citizens due to bad roads, what hope is there for the average Nigerian who plies those same roads every day?" Benue killings: ‘Bad roads’ not excuse to shun grieving citizens, Obi slams Tinubu Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Housing Minister backs plan for ‘NUJ FCT Journalists Village’ in Abuja

Tribune Online Housing Minister backs plan for ‘NUJ FCT Journalists Village’ in Abuja The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Dangiwa, has given his full support to a proposed 'FCT NUJ Journalists’ Village' in Abuja, a housing scheme planned by the Federal Capital Territory Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists. Housing Minister backs plan for ‘NUJ FCT Journalists Village’ in Abuja Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts

Tribune Online Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts “The communities of Agatu, Apa, and Otukpo have experienced devastating losses, with over 2,000 lives lost since these challenges began. Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts Tribune Online

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3 h. ago 13 Confirmed Killed, Scores Injured In Fresh Plateau Attacks

Gunmen launched a deadly attack on innocent villagers in Juwan Village of Tangur district of Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, killing 13 persons. Eyewitnesses account identified most to the victims as women and children. Chairman of the Community Peace Observers in Bokkos LGA, Mr. Kefas Mallai, confirmed the killings to newsmen in Jos, […]

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4 h. ago VIDEO: Olamide ignored my calls for months after using my name in song — Yemi My Lover

Tribune Online VIDEO: Olamide ignored my calls for months after using my name in song — Yemi My Lover Veteran Nollywood actor, Yemi Ayebo, popularly known as Yemi My Lover, has revealed that after Nigerian rapper and songwriter, Olamide Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide, used his name in a song, the music star ignored his calls and messages for over six months despite initially promising to reach out. In a recent interview, Yemi My […] VIDEO: Olamide ignored my calls for months after using my name in song — Yemi My Lover Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigerian Artist Helen Nzete Features At The Inaugural Africa Art Basel

Nigerian artist Helen Nzete is featuring at the maiden edition of Africa Art Basel in Switzerland, a new platform of Art Basel, focused on contemporary African Art. Africa Art Basel narrows down the mega fair which features nearly 300 exhibitors from across the globe, expanding its usual African gallery exhibitors from five to twenty. The […]

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5 h. ago Insecurity: SMBLF Asks Tinubu, NASS To Rise To Responsibilities

The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has called on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to immediately rise to their constitutional responsibilities and duties by protecting the lives and property of Nigerians. The Forum said the federal government, particularly, the National Assembly must now accept their failure to provide the most fundamental […]

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6 h. ago APC Chieftain Urges NASS To Review Constitution To Favour Correctional Centres

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Hon. Darlington Nwauju, has called on the National Assembly to review relevant sections of the Nigerian Constitution to allow the Nigeria Correctional Services (NCoS) draw funds from the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). Nwauju, who made the call yesterday while speaking with journalists in Port […]

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6 h. ago FG Pays N1. 2trn Pension Arrears As Retirees Receive Additional Pension Boost

In a move to clear the accrued pension of workers who retired from federal civil service, the federal government has, so far, settled about N1.2 trillion of its arrears to the concerned retirees across the country. The payment made was from the inception of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), precisely, in 2004 to the first […]

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7 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank To Facilitate Access To Nigerian Naira Debt – Bloomberg

Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by Nigerian sovereign debt denominated in naira, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The initiative is reportedly designed to give international investors streamlined access to the elevated yields available in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation. The depositary notes will […]

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8 h. ago Owolabi Salis set to make history as first Nigerian astronaut

By Zika Bobby On June 21, 2025, a team of astronauts, including Owolabi Salis, will embark on a space exploration mission under Blue Origin. Salis, a U.S.-based lawyer and politician, will become the first Nigerian to venture into space. The astronauts are currently undergoing preparatory training at a desert camp to acclimatize themselves for the […] The post Owolabi Salis set to make history as first Nigerian astronaut appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Killings: Catholic Bishops condemn act, declares one day prayer and fasting

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Catholic Bishops of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province have condemned the recent gruesome killings in Benue State and parts of Eha-Amufu in Enugu State by suspected herders. The Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province comprises the Archdiocese of Onitsha and its suffragan dioceses of Abakaliki, Aguleri, Awgu, Ekwulobia, Enugu, Nnewi and Nsukka. A statement signed […] The post Killings: Catholic Bishops condemn act, declares one day prayer and fasting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Shaping future lawyers: Jurists advocate curriculum review for digital world

as UNILAG’s Faculty of Law holds a special public lecture Nigerian jurists and scholars have advocated for curriculum review, especially read more Shaping future lawyers: Jurists advocate curriculum review for digital world

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9 h. ago Govs back FG’s efforts to ease food transport by stopping unauthorised levies, illegal checkpoints

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Governors of the 36 states of the federation under the auspices of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have backed the Federal Government’s plans to dismantle unauthorised checkpoints and streamline levies driving food inflation through high transportation. “Illegal levies and poor road conditions are driving up food prices, impacting millions of Nigerians. […] The post Govs back FG’s efforts to ease food transport by stopping unauthorised levies, illegal checkpoints appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace

•Analysts see lenders surpassing N500bn mark By Chinwendu Obienyi Six top Nigerian banks are on course to exceed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s minimum capital requirement of N500 billion, Daily Sun’s findings have shown. The big lenders; Zenith Bank, Access Holdings, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), FBN Holdings, Fidelity […] The post Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict

Tribune Online Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict By Bimbo R. Akinjokun In a world perpetually grappling with conflict, from the enduring tragedy in Israel and Gaza to Ukraine’s ongoing struggle, a glaring hypocrisy from many global leaders is evident. While their rhetoric preaches peace, justice, and humanitarian concern, their actions, or inactions, often betray different priorities—ones that profit from, or perpetuate, the […] Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Kanu’s Trial: IPOB Leader Instigated Death Of 233 Security Personnel During #EndSARS Protest – Witness

The federal government’s fifth prosecution witness (PW-5) on Thursday alleged that 233 security agents were killed during the #EndSARS protest as a result of incitement by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The witness, a Department of State Services (DSS) operative, identified as EEE for security reasons, made this claim […]

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