4 h. ago Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government has restated its commitment to ending violence against children, women, and vulnerable groups. Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim made the recommitment at the kickoff of the two-day Regional Meeting of Pathfinder African Countries on the Global Alliance to End Violence Against Children in Abuja on Wednesday, where […] The post Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FCTA Adopts Pathfinding Model To End Violence Against Children

The Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has said that it will adopt the pathfinding model to end violence against children across the territory. The Mandate Secretary, Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, stated t on Wednesday, on the sideline of the two-day ministerial-level Regional Meeting of the Pathfinding Global Alliance on Ending Violence […]

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11 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu

Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to lead by example over the ‘Nigeria First’ policy, introduced by his government. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that on Monday, Federal Executive Council gave green light to the policy, aimed at giving preference to locally produced goods and services in all government purchases. Reacting to the development […] The post Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Randy lover stabs girlfriend to death, sustains injuries 

From Isaac Job, Uyo An unidentified boyfriend who was living with his girlfriend known as Ruth Ngozi Sunday has stabbed her to death during a bloody fight.  A  statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state DSP Timfon John and made available to Journalists in Uyo on Wednesday said the duo lived […] The post Akwa Ibom: Randy lover stabs girlfriend to death, sustains injuries  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has asked President Bola Tinubu to show his belief in his administration’s newly introduced Nigeria First Policy by swapping his Cadillac Escalade presidential vehicle for Innoson, Nord or other Nigeria-made vehicles. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stated this in a statement on […] The post Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Kano: Newly wedded bride stabs husband to death days after wedlock

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Another matrimonial tragedy has exploded in the ancient city of Kano following the murder of a 30 year old man ,Salisu Idris, by his newly wedded bride. The tragedy, which occurred barely nine days after wedlock saw the new bride, one Saudat stab her husband with a sharp knife in the […] The post Kano: Newly wedded bride stabs husband to death days after wedlock appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Poor Infrastructure, Unsafe Practices Responsible For Deaths On Nigerian Roads – ATCN

Automobile and Touring Club of Nigeria (ATCN), has identified unsafe road practices and poorly planned transport infrastructures as the leading causes of death and injuries on Nigerian roads. ATCN president, Ishaku Bamaiyi, stated this in Kaduna while speaking at the opening of the two-day awareness campaign titled, “Promoting Safe and Sustainable Mobility for Youth” held […]

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30 h. ago Mide Martins Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Mother On 23rd Death Anniversary

Nollywood actress Mide Martins has paid an emotional tribute to her late mother, veteran actress Funmi Martins, as she marks 23 years since her passing. In a heartfelt post shared on Instagram on Tuesday, Mide reflected on the deep pain that still lingers decades later, describing her mother as “a rare gem” and “a real […] The post Mide Martins Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Mother On 23rd Death Anniversary appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday expressed concern over the number of public health emergencies across Africa, with Nigeria read more Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

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35 h. ago Bride Nabbed For Allegedly Killing Husband 9 Days After Wedding In Kano

Security operatives in Kano State have apprehended one Saudat, a newly wedded bride, for allegedly stabbing her husband, Salisu, to death just 9 days after their wedding. The tragic incident reportedly took place in Farawa community of Kano on Monday night, days after the couple’s wedding which held on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Reports by […]

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38 h. ago Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Father To Death

Operatives of Jigawa State Police Command have apprehended one Muhammad Salisu for allegedly killing his biological father, Salisu Abubakar in the Gwaram Local Government area of the state. It was gathered that the incident happened on Monday night at Bakin Kasuwa Quarters, Sara District, Gwaram LGA. Confirming the incident in a statement Spokesman for Jigawa […] The post Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Father To Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Commercial Sex Worker In Ekiti

An Ekiti State High Court, siting in Ado Ekiti has sentenced one David Isaiah to death by hanging for kidnapping and murder of a commercial sex worker. The 26-year old convict was arraigned before the court presided over by Justice Lekan Olatawura on 18th April, 2024 on three-count charge of conspiracy, kidnapping and murder. Isaiah […]

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41 h. ago Landlord’s Son Allegedly Kills Tenant During Argument In Ondo

Ondo State Police Command has arrested a landlord’s son, identified as Odunayo Olomolatan, for allegedly killing one 22-year-old lady, identified as Joy Tale, in Ode-Irele, Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State. It was gathered that the tenant was hacked to death on Monday during an argument with Olomolatan, who is said to be 41 years […] The post Landlord’s Son Allegedly Kills Tenant During Argument In Ondo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago LG’s Grader Truck Crushes Mother, Child To Death In Ondo Community

Tragedy struck Ute, Ose Local Government area of Ondo State on Monday, following the killing of a mother and her child. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that a grader, which belongs to local government, crushed the family to death while rehabilitating a road along Olujewu-Igbatoro within the local government. It was gathered that the mother and her […] The post LG’s Grader Truck Crushes Mother, Child To Death In Ondo Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Kano Local Gov’ts Ordered To Contribute N670m For Emirate Council’s Vehicles

The Kano State Government has directed the 44 local government areas (LGAs) in the state to contribute about N15.2 million each—totalling N670 million—for the purchase and refurbishment of vehicles for the Kano Emirate Council under the leadership of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. According to a letter dated March 25, 2025, and now circulating on social […]

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58 h. ago BIPC launches Green Wheels electric taxis, aims for 1,500 jobs

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue Investment and Property Company (BIPC) commissioned its Green Wheels Taxi electric vehicles on Monday, May 5, to promote eco-friendly transportation and reduce carbon emissions in Benue State. The initiative is expected to create 1,500 jobs and revolutionise mobility across Makurdi, Gboko, and Otukpo. BIPC Managing Director Dr Raymond Asemakaha, […] The post BIPC launches Green Wheels electric taxis, aims for 1,500 jobs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Five Children Suffocate To Death In Abandoned Vehicle In Nasarawa

A devastating incident occurred on Sunday in the Agyaragu community, Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, resulting in the deaths of five children. The children, who were six to ten years old, suffocated to death inside an old car that was parked in a nearby residence. Samuel Akala, a community resident and the Publicity […] The post Five Children Suffocate To Death In Abandoned Vehicle In Nasarawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Anambra Police Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Three Victims

The Anambra State Police Command has prevented a kidnapping attempt in the Neni community, Anaocha Local Government Area, rescuing three victims, including a husband and wife. According to reports, the kidnappers, traveling in a vehicle, blocked the victims’ cars at Okacha junction, forced them into another vehicle, and were in the process of abducting them […] The post Anambra Police Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Three Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Murder Suspect Tracked To Kogi, Arrested In Connection With Lagos Woman’s Death

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Abubakar Iliyasu, the prime suspect in the murder of 65-year-old Jane Okoye, who was killed in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos on April 2, 2025. According to a statement from the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, released on Sunday, Iliyasu was apprehended by detectives from the Homicide Section […] The post Murder Suspect Tracked To Kogi, Arrested In Connection With Lagos Woman’s Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Lagos Police Nab Suspected Murderer With Stolen Vehicle In Kogi

Detectives from the Homicide Section of Lagos State Police Command have arrested one Abubakar Iliyasu for the alleged murder of 65-year-old Mrs. Jane Okoye which occurred on April 2, 2025, in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos State. Spokesperson of the State Police Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed that the suspect who fled Lagos after […]

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