48 m. ago Judge dismisses corruption case against New York city mayor 

A federal judge on Wednesday officially dismissed the criminal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a decision that came weeks after the Donald Trump administration ordered prosecutors to drop the case, BBC reported The dismissal, which is permanent and “with prejudice,” ensures the Department of Justice cannot refile charges based on the same Read More

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48 m. ago Osimhen’s brace knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce out of Turkish Cup

Victor Osimhen delivered a stunning performance on Wednesday as his brace secured Galatasaray a 2-1 victory over Fenerbahce in the final stage of the Turkish Cup, eliminating José Mourinho’s side from the competition. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 10th minute, putting Galatasaray ahead with a well-taken shot from the edge of the box. The Read More

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3 h. ago Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), now known as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is the state-owned oil corporation read more Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

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7 h. ago President Tinubu Leaves For Paris To Strengthen Global Partnerships

President Bola Tinubu is set to depart for Paris, France, today for a 14-day working visit. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening diplomatic ties and engaging in high-level discussions on economic and security matters. While in Paris, Tinubu will meet with key stakeholders, including business leaders and government officials, to explore investment opportunities […] The post President Tinubu Leaves For Paris To Strengthen Global Partnerships appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 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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10 h. ago Judgement day: Security personnel barricade roads leading to Benin High Court

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Security personnel have barricaded the roads leading to the Benin City High Court along Sapele road ahead of the judgment that is going to be delivered by the Election Petition Tribunal later today. Recall that the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21 2024 governorship election, […] The post Judgement day: Security personnel barricade roads leading to Benin High Court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos

Nigerian singer Portable and colleague Speed Darlington are set to face off in a celebrity boxing match on April 18 in Lagos. The match is set to take place at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island. The conflict between the two singers began when Darlington extended an invitation to Portable to perform at his […] The post Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Barcelona lacks funds to register Olmo, Victor, says La Liga

La Liga said on Wednesday that Barcelona did not have the financial capacity to register players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor and still lack it, ahead of a decision by Spain’s sports council (CSD) over the duo’s eligibility to play. In January, Barcelona announced a deal had been reached to sell VIP boxes at the Read More

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12 h. ago Police nab notorious kidnapper, rescue two students in Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a kidnap suspect, Ibrahim Musa, in a forest behind the 500 Housing Unit along Doma Road, Lafia. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a Tuesday statement. Nansel said Musa of Abuni village, Awe Local Government Area, was […] The post Police nab notorious kidnapper, rescue two students in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2face Idibia, lover Natasha arrive Edo governorship poll tribunal

By Seyi Babalola Popular Nigerian artist, Innocent Idibia, also known as 2Baba, on Wednesday stormed the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja with his lover Natasha Osawaru, the legislator for the Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. The tribunal is set to deliver judgment on the petition the People’s Democratic […] The post 2face Idibia, lover Natasha arrive Edo governorship poll tribunal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Obasanjo’s Firm To Invest $700m In Cameroon To Boost Bilateral Trade

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo is set to inject $700 million, about (N1.75 trillion) to expand his business footprint in Cameroon with a major investment in the Kribi deep-sea port. Obasanjo’s company Agro-Allied Business Ltd (OABL) is expected to launch operations this April into strategic sectors, including agriculture, maritime logistics, hospitality and energy in the country. […]

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13 h. ago CAF Champions League: Mamelodi Sundowns Secure Narrow Win Over Esperance

Mamelodi Sundowns have taken a positive step toward the semifinals of the CAF Champions League after they claimed a narrow 1-0 win over Esperance de Tunis at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium yesterday. The quarterfinal, first-leg clash was decided by a goal early in the second half from Peter Shalulile, putting the Brazilians in control of […]

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13 h. ago Abuja Gears Up For 2025 Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship

The capital city Abuja is abuzz with excitement as preparations for the 2025 Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship (AWVCC25) take center stage. The technical meeting for the championship is set to take place today at 6 PM local time, where organizers will adopt the official hashtags for the tournament, tagged #AWVCC25 and #Abuja2025. Hosted by […]

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13 h. ago Super Eagles Must Beat South Africa To Qualify For 2026 World Cup – Chelle

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has stated that it is crucial for his team to secure a victory against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa if they are to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Bafana Bafana will host Nigeria in a Matchday 8 encounter in September. Hugo Broos’ team currently leads […]

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15 h. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years

Goals from Johnny Cardoso and Cucho Hernández earned Manuel Pellegrini his first league victory against Sevilla FC as coach of Los Verdiblancos. Real Betis conquered city rivals Sevilla FC 2-1 on Sunday night, a result which means so much to the green and white half of the city. That was made clear by the fact […] The post Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Jonathan has set example in political maturity, says council

The Executive Secretary of the International Supreme Council for Peace Africa, Ambassador Simeon Uwah, has highlighted the remarkable sacrifice made by former President Goodluck Jonathan in conceding defeat during the 2015 general elections. Uwah described Jonathan’s decision as one of the most defining moments of democratic maturity in Africa. In the 2015 general elections, Jonathan Read More

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