3 h. ago LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours 

By Emma Njoku The Oniba of Iba Kingdom in Lagos State, Oba Sulaimon Raji (Jafo), has urged political actors in the state, especially in the Iba Kingdom, to engage responsibly, follow due process, and shun violence or provocation in tomorrow’s local government elections. The monarch added that only an atmosphere of peace and cooperation can […] The post LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NNPC CEO Hints At Possible Sale Of Refineries After Rehabilitation Setbacks

Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Bayo Ojulari, has hinted at a possible sale of Nigeria’s state-owned refineries due to mounting challenges in the ongoing rehabilitation process. Ojulari, who spoke during an interview with Bloomberg at the 9th OPEC International Seminar in Vienna, Austria on Friday, admitted that the […] The post NNPC CEO Hints At Possible Sale Of Refineries After Rehabilitation Setbacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago OAGF blames technical glitch for delay in federal workers’ June salaries

Tribune Online OAGF blames technical glitch for delay in federal workers’ June salaries The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has clarified that the non-receipt of June 2025 salaries by some federal workers is due to a technical network glitch during the processing of salaries at the bank. OAGF blames technical glitch for delay in federal workers’ June salaries Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Gender Equality Fund Project To Reduce Prevalence Of HIV, TB, Others

The Gender Equality Fund Project has been launched in Lagos State to reduce the prevalence of HIV, TB, and Malaria in the state. The project brought together key stakeholders with the three implementing partner organisations: Sustainable Impact and Development (SID) Initiative, Hall of Care and Good Humanitarian Initiative (HCHI), and Biola Ariyo Youth and Women […]

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10 h. ago Ruger Reflects On Life After Jonzing World, Says Industry Rejected Him Over Label Exit

Nigerian singer Michael Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger, has shared how he faced rejection from fans and key figures in the music scene after his controversial exit from Jonzing World. He disclosed that some supporters turned their backs on him, while several industry colleagues kept their distance during that turbulent period. Appearing on a recent […] The post Ruger Reflects On Life After Jonzing World, Says Industry Rejected Him Over Label Exit appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Edda crisis: Ebonyi traditional rulers banish Town Union President, impose hefty fine

Tribune Online Edda crisis: Ebonyi traditional rulers banish Town Union President, impose hefty fine Following an emergency meeting, the traditional rulers declared Mba banished for Edda crisis: Ebonyi traditional rulers banish Town Union President, impose hefty fine Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Council Of Ulamas Organises Special Prayer To Seek Rain In Kano

The Kano State Council of Ulamas has called on residents of the state to attend a special prayer scheduled for Saturday to seek divine intervention for adequate rainfalls in the state. Chairman of the Council, Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil, announced this in a statement, saying the decision was taken due to the inadequate rainfall being experienced […]

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14 h. ago “Trump Pressurising Nigeria To Accept Venezuelans Prisoners From U.S.” – Foreign Affairs Minister Reveals

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb Yusuf Tuggar, has revealed that President of the United States, Donald Trump is mounting pressure on Nigeria to accept Venezuelan deportees and prisoners. Tuggar also clarified that the fresh 10 per cent tariffs imposed on Nigeria by Trump’s administration may not have anything to do with President Bola Tinubu’s meeting […] The post “Trump Pressurising Nigeria To Accept Venezuelans Prisoners From U.S.” – Foreign Affairs Minister Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Minister Links New US Visa Policy To Nigeria’s Refusal To Accept Venezuelan Prisoners

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has linked the controversial US visa restrictions on Nigerian travellers to Nigeria’s refusal to accept Venezuelan prisoners into the country as demanded by the United States. Tuggar said this while speaking on the vexed issue on a current affairs programme of the Channels TV, ‘One-On-One with […]

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26 h. ago Education: Russia offers to increase annual scholarship for Nigerian students

Tribune Online Education: Russia offers to increase annual scholarship for Nigerian students The Russian Embassy said it awaits concrete proposals from Nigeria on priority areas of cooperation, while expressing mutual willingness to move forward on the MOU and implement cultural, creative, and tourism-related projects. Education: Russia offers to increase annual scholarship for Nigerian students Tribune Online

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28 h. ago 2027: ADC Members Must Put Aside Personal Interests — Aregbesola

The Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has urged members of the party to put aside personal interest and work together ahead of the 2027 general elections. Aregbesola, an erstwhile confidant of President Bola Tinubu and former Governor of Osun State, also warned party members to expect serious propaganda […]

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35 h. ago Over 1 million Nigerians are pushed into poverty yearly due to health

Kelechi Ohiri, the director-general and CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has cited a global study indicating that read more Over 1 million Nigerians are pushed into poverty yearly due to health-related expenses- DG, NHIA

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36 h. ago Again, South Korea’s Ousted President Yeol Detained Over Martial Law Declaration

South Korea’s former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was detained for a second time on Thursday as prosecutors intensified their investigation into his failed attempt to impose martial law, plunging the country into political turmoil. Yoon, 64, was accused of attempting to subvert civilian rule by ordering armed troops to storm parliament on December 3, 2024, […]

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38 h. ago Mohbad’s Mental Health Declined After NDLEA Arrest, Singer’s Best Friend Alleges Assault, Emotional Breakdown

A lady identified as Dominica Chinwe, who described herself as a close companion to the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has come forward with disturbing revelations. She recounted the singer’s struggles with law enforcement, mental health challenges, and complications in his personal relationships. Speaking in a recent interview with controversial online […] The post Mohbad’s Mental Health Declined After NDLEA Arrest, Singer’s Best Friend Alleges Assault, Emotional Breakdown appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago “Tinubu Is Cleaning Messes Made By Buhari’s Govt” – Reno Omokri

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri, has said that President Bola Tinubu is fixing economic damages caused during the previous administration. Omokri stated that Nigeria’s economy under Tinubu’s government is on a more sustainable path. Speaking on Wednesday during an interview with Channels Television, the former presidential aide said that the current administration has taken necessary […] The post “Tinubu Is Cleaning Messes Made By Buhari’s Govt” – Reno Omokri appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Alleged Defamation: NANS Condemns ‘Politicisation’ Of Suit, Absolves Speaker Abbas Of Involvement

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a condemnation of what it described as the “politicisation” of a civil legal matter, distancing the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas, from ongoing controversies surrounding a recent wave of arrests linked to alleged defamation on social media. In a statement signed […]

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38 h. ago Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund

Tribune Online Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund …awards additional £1m damages in favour of NICON  …as Unon Bank heads to Appeal Court A Lagos State High Court has voided Union Bank’s deduction of £130,720,557.06 belonging to Nicon Investment Limited due to alleged indebtedness. Justice O. O. Abike-Fadipe voided the banks action on the grounds that the deduction was made without authorisation or […] Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund Tribune Online

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38 h. ago FG laying foundation to clamp down on opposition leaders – ADC

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said claims by President Bola Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, that the opposition is plotting to topple the Federal Government before the 2027 polls is a ploy by the government to clamp down on opposition leaders. The ADC, in a statement by its interim National Publicity […] The post FG laying foundation to clamp down on opposition leaders – ADC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago NCDMB: Over 130 indigenous firms access $400m Nigerian content intervention fund

Tribune Online NCDMB: Over 130 indigenous firms access $400m Nigerian content intervention fund “the fund has evolved from an initial $200m in 2017 to $300m by 2020, due to high demand. We are enabling local content through direct financial support NCDMB: Over 130 indigenous firms access $400m Nigerian content intervention fund Tribune Online

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40 h. ago US: Trump appoints transportation secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator

Tribune Online US: Trump appoints transportation secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator “I am pleased to announce that I am directing our GREAT Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, to be Interim Administrator of NASA,” Trump wrote. US: Trump appoints transportation secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator Tribune Online

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