2 h. ago Otti promises support for Army recruitment drive among Abia youths

The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has promised to assist in sensitising Abia youths for recruitment into the Nigerian Army. Otti stated this in government house Umuahia on Wednesday while receiving in audience a delegation of the Year 2025 Nigerian Army Recruitment Awareness Team, from Army headquarters, Abuja, led by Brigadier General Chima Ekeator. The Read More

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2 h. ago eHealth Africa Partners BellaNaija To Champion Adolescent Girls’ Health

eHealth Africa, a leader in data-driven digital health innovations and mobile/web-based solutions that enhance healthcare access for underserved communities, has partnered with BellaNaija, a leading lifestyle and media platform, to improve the health and well-being of women and adolescent girls across Africa. This strategic collaboration underscores a shared commitment to spotlight and address the unique […]

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2 h. ago Greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa – Otedola hails buddy Dangote on birthday

By John Ogunsemore Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola said his friend and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote is the greatest entrepreneur to have emerged from the continent. Otedola said this in an X post to commemorate Dangote’s birthday on Thursday. Born on April 10, 1957, the President of Dangote Group clocked 68 years today. Otedola said, […] The post Greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa – Otedola hails buddy Dangote on birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Anambra: APC affirms primary, presents Ukachukwu certificate

The All Progressives Congress has officially affirmed the outcome of its Anambra State governorship primary election, endorsing the selection of Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu as the party’s flagbearer for the November 8, 2025, gubernatorial poll. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Felix Morka, disclosed this in a statement issued after the National Working Committee meeting Read More

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7 h. ago Court adjourns as Delta family’s search for corpse hits five months

A Delta State High Court sitting in the Isiokolo Judicial Division has adjourned the hearing till April 17, 2025, in a case of alleged mysterious disappearance of the corpse of a 78-year-old man, Joseph Ighorhiohwunu since November 21, 2024. The corpse of Ighorhiohwunu had allegedly disappeared from the Nigerian Navy Hospital mortuary, Effurun, Uvwie Local Read More

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10 h. ago From Uyo to global stage: NDSF sparks hope for future Niger Delta stars

Correspondent PATRICK ODEY writes that the just-concluded NDSF organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission has opened a new chapter in the region’s quest for future champions that will represent the zone and Nigeria in national and international competitions The maiden edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival has come and gone, but memories of Read More

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10 h. ago Akume inaugurates performance mgt system to enhance service delivery

• Signs bond with perm secs From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has inaugurated the Performance Management System (PMS) in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to improve service delivery in line with the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2025 […] The post Akume inaugurates performance mgt system to enhance service delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Sensational Barca destroy Dortmund in Champions League mismatch

Robert Lewandowski hit a brace to help a devastating Barcelona rout Borussia Dortmund 4-0 in a one-sided Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday. Hansi Flick’s Barca are a step away from reaching the semi-finals for the first time since 2019 and extended their unbeaten run to 23 matches. The five-time winners took the lead Read More

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13 h. ago Gov Ododo seeks media partnership, lauds journalists for effective reportage

By Okwe Obi, Abuja Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has praised media professionals for their commitment to transparency and keeping citizens informed about government activities. He made these remarks during the launch of the state’s first Annual Media Performance Report in Lokoja on Tuesday, April 8. Represented by the Secretary to the Kogi State […] The post Gov Ododo seeks media partnership, lauds journalists for effective reportage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago EFCC arrests 37 over alleged internet fraud in Port Harcourt

Operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 37 individuals for alleged involvement in internet fraud. The suspects were apprehended on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in various locations across Port Harcourt, Rivers State, during a sting operation codenamed Operation Eagle Sweep. According to a statement posted on Read More

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13 h. ago PDP zonal congress: Ajiya debunks rumour of withdrawal from race

By Idu Jude, Abuja As the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Zonal Congress gains momentum, Honourable Abraham Ajiya, a leading contender for the North Central National Vice Chairman position, has firmly dismissed rumours of his withdrawal. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, April 9, ahead of the elective congress scheduled for April 12 […] The post PDP zonal congress: Ajiya debunks rumour of withdrawal from race appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Apapa: Navy raids criminal hideout, arrests 27 drug suspects

By Philip Nwosu The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT has arrested 27 suspected drug peddlers during a coordinated raid on a known criminal hideout in the Gidan Drama area of Malu Road, Apapa, Lagos, on Saturday, April 5. Captain Idongesit Udoessien, Executive Officer of NNS BEECROFT, representing Commander Commodore Paul Ponfa Nimmyel, confirmed the arrests […] The post Apapa: Navy raids criminal hideout, arrests 27 drug suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NDLEA seizes 55.947kg of illicit substances in Ebonyi, arrests 112

By Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ebonyi State has seized 55.947 kilogrammes of various illicit substances and arrested 112 suspects between January and March 2025. State Commander Peter Ogar disclosed this in Abakaliki, the state capital, on Wednesday, 9 April 2025. He said the arrests and seizures took place […] The post NDLEA seizes 55.947kg of illicit substances in Ebonyi, arrests 112 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Business confidence rises third consecutive month on reforms

Business confidence in Nigeria has risen for the third straight month in 2025 as the federal government reforms continue to read more Business confidence rises third consecutive month on reforms

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15 h. ago New Securities Act may remove Nigeria from FATF grey list – SEC

The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr Emomotimi Agama, has said Nigeria may soon exit the Financial Action Task Force grey list. This came following the signing of the Investments and Securities Act 2025 by President Bola Tinubu. According to a statement from the SEC on Wednesday, Agama said this while speaking during Read More

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16 h. ago Buhari Calls On APC Governors To Prioritise Citizens’ Wellbeing Over Self

Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari has urged members of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) to adopt a citizen-centric approach to governance, prioritizing the welfare of the people over personal or political interests. He emphasised that leadership presents both challenges and opportunities, and finding the right balance between these elements is key to fostering national progress. In a […] The post Buhari Calls On APC Governors To Prioritise Citizens’ Wellbeing Over Self-Interest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Criminals’ Fear Of Jungle Justice Keeps Crime Rate Lower In Nigeria Than In UK – Skales

Famous afrobeats singer Skales has linked Nigeria’s lower crime rate to the widespread practice of extrajudicial punishments. In an interview on Just Vibes shared on X on Wednesday, Skales argued that criminals in Nigeria are deterred from committing crimes due to the fear of facing jungle justice, where they risk punishment outside the law. He […] The post Criminals’ Fear Of Jungle Justice Keeps Crime Rate Lower In Nigeria Than In UK – Skales appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Speak Up Against Bad Govt, Nigeria Is Collapsing – Peter Obi Charges Supporters

Former presidential Candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has urged members of the party to embrace confidence, stressing that Nigeria is in a state of collapse and urgently needs rescue. Obi led this out while addressing LP’s supporters during a meeting with the party’s National Executive Council in Abuja on Wednesday. The former Anambra State […] The post Speak Up Against Bad Govt, Nigeria Is Collapsing – Peter Obi Charges Supporters appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Falana Champions Legal Aid Desks At Police Stations For Prompt Justice

Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, is pushing for reforms to provide quicker legal aid for those detained in police stations across Nigeria. During a recent discussion on Wednesday, Falana revealed that he is in talks with the Attorney General of the Federation to establish legal aid desks at police stations nationwide. These desks […] The post Falana Champions Legal Aid Desks At Police Stations For Prompt Justice appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago “I’m Doing My White Wedding In Miami” — Davido Reveals August 2025 Plan

Grammy-nominated singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has officially revealed when his highly anticipated white wedding to Chioma will take place. It should be noted that the duo tied the knot in a star-studded traditional wedding ceremony on June 25, 2024, at Eko Hotels, Lagos. During an interview on The Breakfast Club, shared on […] The post “I’m Doing My White Wedding In Miami” — Davido Reveals August 2025 Plan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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