4 h. ago Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has reportedly welcomed another child with his wife, Bewaji, while still in police custody. Sources said the singer received the news of the birth with excitement despite his current situation and has expressed a strong desire to regain his freedom in order to see his newborn […] The post Portable Births New Baby In Detention As Court Denies Him Bail In Alleged Assault On Policemen Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Family Suspends Burial Plans For Popular Gospel Singer ‘Omije Ojumi’

Plans for the burial of late gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as ‘Omije Ojumi’, have been put on hold due to unresolved issues within her family. The announcement was made by gospel artiste, Lanre Alewilese, on his Instagram page on Saturday. “This is to inform you that all plans and arrangements for the burial […]

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8 h. ago Deputy Senate President Barau Hails Swift Police Action In Murder Of Family Of 7 In Kano

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has commended the Kano State Police Command for the arrest of three suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of a housewife and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters of the Kano metropolis. Senator Barau gave the commendation in a statement issued by his Special […]

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8 h. ago AI could add $1trn to Africa’s GDP but trigger over 20m job losses if mismanaged – Expert

Ademola Esther is the chief executive officer (CEO) of iSell Global. She is a data analyst, artificial intelligence specialist, gospel read more AI could add $1trn to Africa’s GDP but trigger over 20m job losses if mismanaged – Expert

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9 h. ago 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has disclosed that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy encountered an unexpected delay at a Moroccan airport while travelling to headline the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Fan Zone concert in Rabat. Motsepe made this known during a recent press conference, revealing that the singer was briefly held by customs officials […] The post 2025 AFCON: “Burna Boy Was Held At Moroccan Airport Over Heavy Jewellery” – CAF President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Atiku condemns killing of Kano housewife, six children, faults security response

Former VP Atiku Abubakar condemns the brutal Kano family killing of a mother and her six children, demanding justice and improved security measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-condemns-killing-of-kano-housewife-six-children-faults-security-response/

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12 h. ago Singer Destiny Boy Dies At 21, Months After Birthing First Child

Afrobeat singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy has been lost to the cold hands of death. His death was confirmed by popular Instagram investigative journalist, Temilola Sobola in a social media post today, January 18th, 2025. Recall that in November 2024, Entertainment Region reported that Destiny Boy in an Instagram post, disclosed that he […] The post Singer Destiny Boy Dies At 21, Months After Birthing First Child appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago LASU, professional bodies move to address Africa’s systemic human development challenges

Management of Lagos State University (LASU), professional bodies and leading figures from Africa have perfected plans to forge a path read more LASU, professional bodies move to address Africa’s systemic human development challenges

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13 h. ago Kano Governor Condemns Murder Of Family Of 7, Orders Arrest Of Killers

Kano State governor, Abba Yusuf, has condemned the killing of a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters of Kano metropolis on Saturday, describing the incident as barbaric and a grave assault on human dignity. In a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature, the governor expressed deep sorrow over the […]

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15 h. ago NIN registration key to effective planning, implementation of govt policies – Oghenesivbe

…Pledges Bureau’s readiness to partner NIMC Latimore Oghnesivbe, director-general of the Delta State Bureau of Orientation and Communications, has expressed read more NIN registration key to effective planning, implementation of govt policies – Oghenesivbe

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15 h. ago Suspended Kebbi ALGON Chairman: APC’s Disciplinary Test Ahead Of 2027

The Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Chairman of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area and Kebbi State ALGON Chairman, Alhaji Dahiru Nayaya Ambursa, triggering fresh internal tensions ahead of 2027. KABIR WURMA examines the political intrigues and uncertainties arising from the decision.   The suspension of the chairman of […]

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16 h. ago Morning Recap: Obasanjo shuns Atiku, S’Eagles win bronze, Matawalle’s nine

Get the top Nigerian news recap. Obasanjo shuns Atiku, the Super Eagles win AFCON bronze, and Minister Matawalle plans a nine-way family wedding. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-obasanjo-shuns-atiku-seagles-win-bronze-matawalles-nine-way-wedding-other-top-stories/

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19 h. ago My Twins Died After Vaccination In Lagos Hospital – Grieving Father

It is certainly not the best of times for the family of Mr Samuel Alozie, whose nine-month-old twin sons, Timothy and Testimony Alozie, died 24 hours after receiving routine immunisation at a primary healthcare centre in Lagos State. The tragic incident happened in Lagos barely a week after the death of one of the twin […]

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24 h. ago Suspending mining will harm economy, livelihoods – MAN President, Ayankale

Miners Association of Nigeria President argues against suspending mining, stating it harms the economy, affects livelihoods, and fails to stop illegal mine Read More: https://punchng.com/suspending-mining-will-harm-economy-livelihoods-man-president-ayankale/

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25 h. ago ‘Omije Ojumi’ singer, Akinaanu set for private burial as fans mourn

Gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu, known for her hit song ‘Omije Ojumi,’ has passed away. Read about her life, legacy, and private burial arrangements. Read More: https://punchng.com/omije-ojumi-singer-akinaanu-set-for-private-burial-as-fans-mourn/

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29 h. ago Tech Entrepreneur Benjamin Oyemonlan Wins 2 Awards At CoolWealth Awards

The New Year 2026 has started brightly for young technology entrepreneur and fintech executive, Benjamin Oyemonlan, who has already hit the ground running, bagging two awards at the CoolWealth Awards held in Lagos recently. While most folks were still busy idealising on their New Year resolutions and plans, Benjamin Oyemonlan, founder and chief executive officer […]

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29 h. ago Ibadan Popular Broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, Declares Govenorship Ambition In Oyo

Human rights advocate and owner of Agidigbo FM radio station in Ibadan, Alhaji Hamza Oriyomi, on Saturday, declared his interest to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election under the platform of the Accord Party. He declared his interest during a rally held at the Liberty Stadium in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, which attended by […]

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30 h. ago Qatar Airways Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Lagos Over Technical Fault

A Qatar Airways aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, after developing a technical fault mid-air. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement, noting that the aircraft was carrying 248 passengers and 12 crew members when it encountered the problem […]

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31 h. ago VIDEO: Popular Oyo broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat declares 2027 governorship bid under Accord Party

Popular Oyo broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat has officially announced his intention to run for governor in the 2027 elections under the Accord Party. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-oriyomi-hamzat-declares-oyo-2027-governorship-bid-under-accord-party/

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32 h. ago India slaps $2.45m fine on airline for mass flight cancellations

India’s aviation regulator imposes a $2.45 million IndiGo fine due to poor roster planning that caused thousands of flight cancellations and delays. Read More: https://punchng.com/india-slaps-2-45m-fine-on-airline-for-mass-flight-cancellations/

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