49 m. ago Groups Declare Natasha’s Homecoming Rally End Of Recall Process

Two groups, Northern Peoples Congress and Afenifere Youth Stakeholders‘ Forum, have declared that the massive presence of constituents at the homecoming rally organised for Kogi West Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has ended the recall process initiated against her. The groups both spoke with journalists shortly after the rally which was held on Tuesday despite efforts by […]

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91 m. ago Africa urged to explore Trump’s second term for energy independence

Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk, says the return of the United States President, Donald Trump, in 2025 represents a pivotal moment for Africa’s fossil fuel industry. In a statement, Ayuk said Trump’s administration’s swift reapproval of a $4.7bn loan from the US Export-Import Bank for TotalEnergies’ liquefied natural gas project in Read More

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91 m. ago Lynched travellers: Edo politician condemns killings, slams police over insecurity

A senatorial aspirant under the Labour Party in Edo State, Paul Okojie, has condemned the recent mob killings of 16 Northerners in Uromi, Edo State, blaming the police for the incident. In a press statement Tuesday, Okojie said that the victims who were burnt alive by an irate mob were targeted in response to growing Read More

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2 h. ago N500,000 bill: Lagos hospital mum after death of pregnant woman

A private hospital  (name withheld) in the Ibeju/Lekki area of Lagos State, where a doctor allegedly refused to treat a pregnant woman, known as Kemi, due to her husband’s inability to make an upfront payment of N500,000, has remained silent over the incident. The tragic incident, in which the pregnant woman reportedly died, was first Read More

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4 h. ago JUST IN: Umahi orders opening of Independence bridge after Lagos traffic chaos

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos. The minister issued the directive on Wednesday following the massive traffic gridlock that enveloped the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, confirmed the latest development in a telephone Read More

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5 h. ago Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout

The Ogun State Police Command has increased security measures around the Sagamu interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. This decision follows reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the area. The police aim to enhance safety and protect travelers within the area . In a statement made available to news men on Wednesday, the command […] The post Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reopened the Onitsha Head Bridge drug market, popularly known as ‘Ogbo Ogwu,’ under strict conditions. Announcing the decision in a statement on Wednesday, NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that shop owners must comply with stringent administrative guidelines before resuming operations, she […] The post NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Italian Cup: Abraham strike not enough as Milan, Inter share spoils

Inter Milan and AC Milan’s Italian Cup semi-final was left finely balanced on Wednesday after the two giants of Italian football played out a 1-1 draw at the San Siro. Hakan Calhanoglu’s strike in the 67th minute made sure that Inter would head into the tie’s second leg later this month with the scores level. Read More

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6 h. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown 

Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited, threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. The ultimatum, conveyed in a letter dated March Read More

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8 h. ago EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice Deinde I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, convicted and sentenced Okunfulure Olusola Steve to three months’ imprisonment for money laundering. The Head of Media and Publicity at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Dele Oyewale, said the convict was arrested on 28 […] The post EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Police Nab 4 Suspected ‘Yahoo’ Boys, 6 Cybercrime School Trainees In Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended four suspected over internet fraudsters, popularly called ‘Yahoo Boys’, and six other trainees of a cyberfraud academy in the Iju-Ishaga area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed the arrests to newsmen on Wednesday. He said, “During the […]

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10 h. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown

Tribune Online Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited (NEPL), threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Dangote’s contribution to Nigeria’s economy huge — Mimiko’s ex

Tribune Online Dangote’s contribution to Nigeria’s economy huge — Mimiko’s ex-aide A former Special Adviser on Political and Mobilisation Matters to ex-Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo, Akin Akinbobola, has hailed the Dangote Refinery for sustaining production and distribution of quality petroleum products in Nigeria. Akinbobola who stated this on Tuesday in Akure, Ondo state capital, noted that Dangote’s contributions to Nigeria’s economy had been monumental and […] Dangote’s contribution to Nigeria’s economy huge — Mimiko’s ex-aide Tribune Online

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12 h. ago PICTORIAL: How Top Kano Kingmaker’s Death ‘Unites’ Warring NNPP, APC Members In Kano

Late Tuesday night, the Kano Emirate Council lost its oldest member and most senior councillor, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, who passed away at the age of 91 after a prolonged illness. By early Wednesday morning, the development became a public knowledge in Kano State and beyond. The late kingmaker, who held the prestigious title of ‘Galadiman […]

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12 h. ago PICTORIAL: How Respected Kano Prince’s Death ‘Unites’ Warring NNPP, APC Bigwigs In Kano

Late Tuesday night, the Kano Emirate Council lost its oldest member and most senior councillor, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, who passed away at the age of 91 after a prolonged illness. By early Wednesday morning, the development became a public knowledge in Kano State and beyond. The late prince, who held the prestigious title of ‘Galadiman […]

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12 h. ago 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has identified and closed down an unlawful internet fraud training centre, commonly called a “Yahoo School,” in the Iju area of the state. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that four principal suspects and six trainees had been apprehended. He stated that one of […] The post 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Portable Speaks On Detention, Says Inmates Wanted Him As Leader

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has opened up about his recent experience in detention. It should be noted that the singer was arrested last month by the police for assaulting Ogun State town planning officials, among other offenses. In an interview on Echo Room shared on X Tuesday, he disclosed that […] The post Portable Speaks On Detention, Says Inmates Wanted Him As Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Edo Gov Tribunal Dismisses Action Alliance’s Petition Against Okpebholo, APC

Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has dismissed the petition filed by Action Alliance and Adekunle Omoaje against the election victory of Governor Monday Okpebholo. The court in Abuja, on Wednesday, also rejected petition by AA against the state’s ruling party, All Progressives Congress and Independent National Electoral Commission. In its judgment, three-member tribunal struck […] The post Edo Gov Tribunal Dismisses Action Alliance’s Petition Against Okpebholo, APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Kano Emirate mourns influential figure Abbas Sunusi’ s death

Tribune Online Kano Emirate mourns influential figure Abbas Sunusi’ s death The ancient city of Kano has lost one of its oldest kingmakers, Alhaji Abbas Sunusi, the Galadima of Kano, who passed away at the age of 91 in Kano on Tuesday night. Kano Emirate mourns influential figure Abbas Sunusi’ s death Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Kaduna police officer threatens retaliation against Southerners over Uromi killings

A Kaduna State police officer, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, has threaten reprisal attacks on southerners living in northern Nigeria. Dan-Taki’s remarks followed the brutal killing of 16 northerners in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. In a fiery Facebook comment on Tuesday, Dan-Taki swore by Almighty God, vowing that northerners would take Read More

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