43 m. ago Baliqees Wins Prestigious West Africa Women Agripreneur Award

A Nigerian climate advocate and CEO of Green Republic Farms, Salaudeen-Ibrahim Baliqees, has been named the 2025 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA) Regional Winner for West Africa. The announcement was made recently at the Africa Food Systems Forum held in Dakar, Senegal, where she stood out from over 1,900 applicants representing 44 African […]

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49 m. ago Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja   The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of Nigerians. The Minister gave the commendation Friday at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the […] The post Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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87 m. ago Prominent scholars commence research on fake news trackers in Nigeria

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   A team of prominent scholars from Nigerian universities has embarked on a research project to develop an Artificial Intelligence-driven platform, “Naija Falsehood Buster,” and establish a national hub for tracking and evaluating falsehoods across the country’s digital and broadcast media space. The project also involves creating national database of influential […] The post Prominent scholars commence research on fake news trackers in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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88 m. ago Ireland Faces New Wave Of Migration As Nigerians Lead Asylum Requests

Nigeria has overtaken other nations to become the leading source of asylum seekers in Ireland, according to fresh figures released by the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. In August 2025, the department’s report revealed that Ireland recorded 1,164 new asylum applications in July 2025. This marks a significant decrease from the 1,735 applications […] The post Ireland Faces New Wave Of Migration As Nigerians Lead Asylum Requests appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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91 m. ago Anambra Native Doctor Confesses To Purchasing Used Condoms From Prostitutes

A self-acclaimed native doctor, identified as Anagbo Emeka from Umugbo in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been arrested after confessing to buying used male condoms from prostitutes for fetish practices. According to Nigerian Tribune, Emeka was reportedly apprehended by youths in Echara community, Awka North Local Government Area, after suspicious activities led […] The post Anambra Native Doctor Confesses To Purchasing Used Condoms From Prostitutes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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92 m. ago NAF Decimates Terrorist Strongholds In Borno, Over 30 Killed

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has neutralized more than 30 terrorists in a joint operation with ground troops in Borno State. The operation targeted insurgents at Dar-El-Jamal village in Bama Local Government Area following reports of heavy clashes between terrorists and security forces. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information for the […] The post NAF Decimates Terrorist Strongholds In Borno, Over 30 Killed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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93 m. ago Residents Displaced As Lagos Goct. Demolishes Buildings, Shanties Along Iyana Oworo, Lekki Coastlines

Several residents were displaced on Saturday as the Lagos State Government, through its enforcement agencies, began demolishing unapproved buildings and makeshift shanties along the Iyana Oworonshoki and Lekki coastlines. The enforcement exercise came barely 48 hours after the state’s Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development raised concerns over unchecked sand dredging activities in Lagos. The ministry […] The post Residents Displaced As Lagos Goct. Demolishes Buildings, Shanties Along Iyana Oworo, Lekki Coastlines appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lessons life has taught me at 80 –Mike Okonkwo, Presiding Bishop, TREM

• I’ll like to be remembered for the lives that I touched • The church should focus on changing lives, not on controversies around payment of tithes   By Christy Anyanwu Bishop Mike Okonkwo is a renowned Nigerian pastor, prophet and evangelist. Born on September 6, 1945 in Ogbunike, Anambra State, he is the founder […] The post Lessons life has taught me at 80 –Mike Okonkwo, Presiding Bishop, TREM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: APC must address hunger, insecurity for Tinubu to have chance – Dakuku Peterside

By Agatha Emeadi Dakuku Peterside is a politician and former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). In this interview he takes a look at the major issues in the polity, stressing that the All Progressives Congress (APC) government at the centre was elected to solve problems bedevilling the country. He […] The post 2027: APC must address hunger, insecurity for Tinubu to have chance – Dakuku Peterside appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Petroleum Retailers Back NUPENG Strike, Suspends Products Lifting From Tuesday

Petroleum products’ retailers nationwide have declared their support for the impending strike by the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). The retailers, on Saturday, announced a three-day suspension of lifting and dispensing petroleum products starting Tuesday, September 9, 2025. PETROAN’s national president, Dr. Billy Gillis-Harry, emphasised that their move aimed to protest […]

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9 h. ago WC Qualifier: Osimhen Suffers Ankle Injury, May Miss Nigeria’s Next Match Against South Africa

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, was forced to leave Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in the 36th minute on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after suffering an injury to his left ankle. The 26-year-old forward, who started in Nigeria’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers Group […]

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10 h. ago Boko Haram kills 61 in Borno village, seven soldiers among victims

Tribune Online Boko Haram kills 61 in Borno village, seven soldiers among victims "The attackers went from house to house to kill men, but they were not killing women.” Boko Haram kills 61 in Borno village, seven soldiers among victims Tribune Online

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10 h. ago “I Never Planned To Be An Artist, Music Called Me” – Odumodublvck

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has revealed that his entry into the music scene happened unexpectedly and was never something he initially planned. In a recent interview, posted on X, the Declan Rice hitmaker explained that his initial goal was to manage an artiste, not record his own music. “I never said I wanted to be an […] The post “I Never Planned To Be An Artist, Music Called Me” – Odumodublvck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Labour Party to Tinubu: Nigerians can’t afford nomadic President

Tribune Online Labour Party to Tinubu: Nigerians can’t afford nomadic President "Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, President Tinubu has travelled and virtually ‘lived’ outside Nigeria for nearly 160 days. This is almost half of Labour Party to Tinubu: Nigerians can’t afford nomadic President Tribune Online

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10 h. ago 2027: Rep Oseni seeks APC alignment to attract more FG’s presence in Oyo

Tribune Online 2027: Rep Oseni seeks APC alignment to attract more FG’s presence in Oyo "Oyo cannot remain in opposition. In 2027, APC must take back Oyo State. That is our mission and with unity it is achievable. 2027: Rep Oseni seeks APC alignment to attract more FG’s presence in Oyo Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA

Tribune Online Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA The dashboard also showed that 113,367 persons were displaced while 607 persons sustained various degree of injuries Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA Tribune Online

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12 h. ago How sexual orientation kept a Nigerian in the UK when all else failed

A curious case in the UK has reopened an old debate: can sexual orientation become the ultimate lifeline for migrants read more How sexual orientation kept a Nigerian in the UK when all else failed

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13 h. ago 61 Civilians, Soldiers Killed In Fresh Boko Haram Attacks In Borno

Not fewer than 61 persons were reportedly killed by Boko Haram terrorists Friday night in Bama local government area of Borno State. Sources said Nigerian troops were among the victims of the attack. Our correspondent gathered that the attacks were highly coordinated and simultaneously carried out around 9pm at Darul Jamal with the terrorists operating […]

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13 h. ago Gunmen Attack BUA Factory In Edo, Kill Eight NSCDC Personnel

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Friday night reportedly killed eight operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) attached to the BUA Cement Factory in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. According to the Punch, a senior officer of the Edo NSCDC command, who confirmed the tragic incident on […] The post Gunmen Attack BUA Factory In Edo, Kill Eight NSCDC Personnel appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Anambra guber: Ohanaeze backs Soludo as governor launches campaign council

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has inaugurated the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) gubernatorial campaign council ahead of the November 8 election, declaring that his administration’s achievements make his re-election inevitable. The ceremony, attended by top APGA officials and political stakeholders, saw the appointment of Professor Osita Chukwudobelu as […] The post Anambra guber: Ohanaeze backs Soludo as governor launches campaign council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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