56 m. ago Kate Henshaw Blasts Nigeria’s Electricity Banding System, Labels It “Huge Fraud”

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has lashed out at the newly introduced electricity banding system in Nigeria, describing it as a “huge fraud.” Taking to her X account on Tuesday, the outspoken actress expressed her frustration over the wide gap between promised service and actual delivery, especially for those under the so-called “Band A” tariff. She […] The post Kate Henshaw Blasts Nigeria’s Electricity Banding System, Labels It “Huge Fraud” appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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97 m. ago April 2025 TalkExchange Poll: Is Nigeria’s electricity tariff hike, subsidy cut helping economy or hurting citizens?

The Nigerian government’s decision to reduce electricity subsidies by 35% and increase tariffs for high-usage consumers has sparked nationwide debate. read more April 2025 TalkExchange Poll: Is Nigeria’s electricity tariff hike, subsidy cut helping economy or hurting citizens?

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2 h. ago Benue needs help amid killings, not state of emergency – Gov Alia

Benue Governor, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, has said that the state needs help amid the killings by bandits, not a state of emergency declaration. Alia, who was featured as a guest on Arise Television’s ‘The Morning Show’ on Wednesday, clarified that while the insecurity in Benue was not too much for him to handle, the […] The post Benue needs help amid killings, not state of emergency – Gov Alia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NSCDC Boss Orders Detention Of Officers Over Alleged N5.2m Extortion In Ekiti

The Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Audi, has ordered the immediate detention of officers allegedly involved in the extortion of N5.2 million from some youths travelling through Ekiti State. The disciplinary action followed a directive from the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who on Tuesday called for […]

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4 h. ago Portable Laments Growing Threat Of Arrest After Burna Boy’s Gift Revelation

Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has cried out, claiming that his opponents are once again involving the police in a bid to hunt him down. He took to his Instagram page on Tuesday to express his frustration, just a week after his release from jail. He claimed that since it was revealed Burna Boy had given […] The post Portable Laments Growing Threat Of Arrest After Burna Boy’s Gift Revelation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2027: SDP not crime centre for disappointed Tinubu followers – Adebayo

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo said the party will not become a tool to be used by disgruntled followers of President Bola Tinubu. Adebayo stated this on Monday amid talks of a possible opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general election. He said the SDP […] The post 2027: SDP not crime centre for disappointed Tinubu followers – Adebayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago IMF Lowers Nigeria’s 2025 Growth Forecast To 3.0% On Weakening Oil Price

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised downward Nigeria’s economic growth projections for 2025 and 2026, to 3.0 for 2025 and 2.7 for 2026 as global uncertainties grow and sustained weaknesses in oil prices impact the country’s economy. This is as it sees a growing probability of a recession from per cent in October to […]

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8 h. ago 2024 Oil Licensing Process Fair, Open, Inclusive, NUPRC Insists

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reaffirmed that the 2024 oil licensing round was conducted with fairness, openness, and inclusivity at its core. Chairman 2024 Bid Round Committee, NUPRC, Bashiru Indabawa who made this known,  insisted that the bid round was conducted transparently in line with the Petroleum Industry Act and regulations released […]

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13 h. ago Why FG must recalibrate security architecture, restructure Nigeria – Gani Adams

By Sunday Ani The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Iba Gani Adams has tasked the Federal Government on the need to recalibrate Nigeria’s security architecture and infrastructure in a bid to stop the the mindless killings, kidnappings and other vices pervasive across the nation. He made the call yesterday while delivering a keynote address […] The post Why FG must recalibrate security architecture, restructure Nigeria – Gani Adams appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago ‘No Genuine COZA Member Can Ever Struggle’, Fatoyinbo Sparks Another Online Buzz

The Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Dr. Biodun Fatoyinbo, has set social media ablaze with his recent statement during a service, boldly declaring that “No genuine COZA member can ever struggle.” The comment has set tongues wagging on social media, especially among Nigerian Christians and observers of the mega church’s influence. […]

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17 h. ago Analyst Warns APC Against Gov Oborevwori’s Alleged Defection Move

A prominent political analyst in Delta State, George Urhie, has warned the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national level of the dire consequences of allowing Governor Sherrif Oborevwori of Delta State to defect to the party and seek re-election on its platform come 2027. Urhie’s warning comes amid rumours of Oborevwori’s […]

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18 h. ago Your criticism laced with contempt, biased – Senate to Bakare

The Senate has tackled Pastor Tunde Bakare over his comments on the National Assembly’s role in the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers and the suspension of Kogi Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bakare, while speaking on Sunday, had also criticised the National Assembly’s ratification of the state of emergency declaration by President Bola Tinubu. […] The post Your criticism laced with contempt, biased – Senate to Bakare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Delta 2027: Analyst warns APC against welcoming Governor Oborevwori

By Philip Nwosu A prominent political analyst, George Urhie, has issued a strong caution to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) against admitting Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State into its fold ahead of the 2027 general elections. Urhie’s warning comes amid swelling speculation that Oborevwori, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party […] The post Delta 2027: Analyst warns APC against welcoming Governor Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Federal Gov’t Warns Against Politicising Killings As Death Toll Hits 72 In Benue Attacks

The Federal Government has warned those it described as political jobbers against taking advantage of the killings in Benue and other parts of the country as a ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. This is even as the Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia disclosed that the death toll from the recent attacks by herdsmen […]

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22 h. ago Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers

Byline: Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered an immediate investigation into allegations that officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) extorted ₦5.2 million from a group of young men travelling from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, to Akure, Ondo State. The allegations surfaced through a viral post by […] The post Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Power outage: Jos Disco pledges quick restoration to Makurdi after rainstorm

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi A rainstorm in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, on April 20 caused widespread power outages by collapsing several electricity poles and tripping all feeders in the area. The Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (JEDC) confirmed the incident in a statement issued on April 22 by Dr Friday Adakole Elijah, Head of […] The post Power outage: Jos Disco pledges quick restoration to Makurdi after rainstorm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Alumni appeal for support as rainstorm destroys facilities worth millions of naira at Ekiti Fed Poly

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti The National President, Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Alumni Association, Dr Oyedokun Abiodun, has expressed concern over the destruction of facilities in the institution following a rainstorm that wreaked havoc on the school last Friday. Abiodun who lamented that facilities worth millions of naira were destroyed by the rainstorm, noted that similar incident […] The post Alumni appeal for support as rainstorm destroys facilities worth millions of naira at Ekiti Fed Poly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago I Would Love To Remain In Rangers For Next 10 Years – Balogun

Former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has declared that he would love to remain at Rangers for the next 10 years. The Nigerian international whose contract is expected to expire in the summer, is yet to be offered a contract by Rangers. Speaking with Rangers Review, Balogun stated that he would love to remain with […]

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33 h. ago Rainstorm Wreaks Havoc, Destroys Buildings, Equipment In Ekiti

Buildings, teaching and learning equipment worth millions of Naira have been destroyed by a devastating rainstorm that pounded the Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State and other parts of the state. The institution recorded losses in the state, including the destruction of structures, including classrooms, laboratories, hostels, and offices, by tornadoes accompanying torrential rainfall on […]

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34 h. ago National Population Commission Pledges Nigeria’s Commitment To Health For All

In a bid to strengthen its health system, Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving universal health coverage and promoting the well-being of all citizens, particularly vulnerable populations, as part of its contribution to global development goals. The pledge was made by the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, during […]

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