11 m. ago Group Advocates Laws Against Sales Of Tobacco Products To Minors

Voices for Tobacco Control, a community of concerned Nigerians, has urged the Nigerian government to establish laws against the sales of e-cigarettes, vapes and flavoured tobacco products to minors in the country. The call formed part of the group’s activities lined up for the World No Tobacco Day on May 31, including a petition demanding […]

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1 hour ago 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures

By Eze Onyekpere The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) is charged inter alia with the responsibility of ensuring transparency and accountability in budgeting and federal government’s fiscal operations. In accordance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA), the BOF is even at the centre of monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the annual budget, assessment […] The post 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Hajj 2025: IHR Urges Service Providers To Act With Fear Of God

As the airlift of this year’s intending pilgrims to Hajj 2025 commences on Thursday, a faith-based civil society organisation, Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), has called on all service providers to act with the fear of God. In a statement issued to journalists in Abuja by IHR national coordinator, Ibrahim Mohammed, the group emphasised that Hajj […]

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9 h. ago Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria on Thursday, May 8, urging strict enforcement of the Child Rights Act and related laws to ensure children’s safety and dignity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first regional meeting of Africa Pathfinder Countries […] The post Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals

Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing social media activist VeryDarkMan, has shared an update after his client’s release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. VeryDarkMan was detained by the anti-graft agency for five days before being granted bail. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, Adeyanju expressed […] The post “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Stock market records fourth consecutive day of positive close

For the fourth time this week, Nigeria’s equities market on Thursday closed in the green zone, rising by 0.35 percent. read more Stock market records fourth consecutive day of positive close

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12 h. ago Tinubu Demands Stiff Enforcement Of Child Rights Protection Laws

President Bola Tinubu has launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria, with a call for stiff enforcement of the Child Rights Act and other child protection laws that guarantee the safety, dignity, and future of Nigerian children. He outlined practical steps being taken by his administration to achieve this, including […]

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13 h. ago Synoptic analysis of the Nigeria Data Protection Act – General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025

On March 20, 2025, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (“NDPC” or “the Commission”), pursuant to its powers in the Nigeria read more Synoptic analysis of the Nigeria Data Protection Act – General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025

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17 h. ago Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, admitted a video evidence showing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, issuing inciting directives which the prosecution said triggered acts of terrorism in the South East. Justice James Omotoso, the trial judge, on Wednesday, heard from a witness brought by the Department of State […] The post Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago New reality show, GroundZero, highlights business lessons for entrepreneurs

GroundZero, a new reality show which promises N1 million to contestants, revealed how creativity, resilience and adaptability can fuel entrepreneurial read more New reality show, GroundZero, highlights business lessons for entrepreneurs

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18 h. ago Stop Promoting Terrorism On Your Front Pages — FG Begs Media

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has appealed to Nigerian media outlets to exercise greater discretion in their coverage of terrorism and violent extremism. The Minister warned that undue publicity can embolden criminal groups and undermine national security. Speaking on Wednesday at the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held […] The post Stop Promoting Terrorism On Your Front Pages — FG Begs Media appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize decisive action against terrorism over convening more national security summits. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Sani reacted to the Senate’s latest move to hold a two-day national summit on insecurity. The Senate had resolved to set up an ad hoc committee […] The post Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Nigeria discontinues bilateral scholarships with foreign institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government has ended the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Programme with foreign institutions. However, domestic scholarship initiatives, including the Nigerian Scholarship Awards for public university and polytechnic students, bursaries for education students, and presidential scholarships for NYSC ex-corps members, remain unaffected. Education Minister Dr Tunji Alausa announced this in […] The post Nigeria discontinues bilateral scholarships with foreign institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The legal team of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has clarified that Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) was not involved in his recent arrest in Abuja. The statement addresses online speculation linking the bank to the incident. VDM’s arrest sparked widespread social media reactions. Some users claimed […] The post GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Finland investigates Simon Ekpa over suspected terrorist acts

Finland’s National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has identified former Lahti City councillor Simon Ekpa as a suspect in a terrorism-related read more Finland investigates Simon Ekpa over suspected terrorist acts

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20 h. ago Estate Surveyors Advocate Review Of Land Use Act, Tax On Empty Houses

The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) has advocated the review of land use act by making lands more accessible to Nigerians and introduction of punitive taxes on owners of empty houses. The President and Chairman of Council, Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers ESV. Victor Alonge stated this during a pre-conference […]

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23 h. ago Akpabio vs Natasha: Youth Group Wants UK To Deport Activist, Sandra Duru

A group, Arewa Youths Progressive Assembly has called on the United Kingdom to deport activist, Dr Sandra Duru for constituting public nuisance. This was contained in a statement made available to journalists signed by the group’s National President, Shuaibu Usman and the National Secretary, Abdul Kefas Gambo. Their demand came amid controversy stoked by Duru […]

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24 h. ago Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary

Prominent Lagos monarch, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, Oniru of Iruland, yesterday, led a visit to Terra Kulture, as part of activities lined up to celebrate his fifth coronation anniversary. The visit is one of several institutional engagements scheduled in the lead-up to the anniversary, which holds on June 7. Oba Lawal acknowledged the […] The post Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Jigawa Commissioner Returns N301m To State Treasury After Ramadan Feeding

In a commendable act of transparency, Mr Auwalu Danladi Sankara, the Jigawa State commissioner for special duties, has returned N301 million to the state treasury. These funds were part of the allocation for the recent Ramadan feeding programme, which successfully provided food and aid to numerous residents. A thorough audit of the ministry’s expenses identified […]

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25 h. ago Shell/NNPC Tennis Tournament: Kienka anticipates exciting finals

The 2025 edition of the Shell/NNPC Tennis Tournament has entered the crucial stages and some of the main actors are fast looking at their chances to clinch the title. One of them is Godwin Kienka, competing in the Veteran singles category of the ongoing competition, taking place at tennis courts of Ikoyi Club 1938. Kienka, […] The post Shell/NNPC Tennis Tournament: Kienka anticipates exciting finals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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