63 m. ago NIN Disruption Exposes Gaps In Telecom Infrastructure – Experts

The prolonged disruption in SIM-related services  and the National Identification Number (NIN) system across Nigeria has exposed critical vulnerabilities in the nation’s telecommunications infrastructure, raising fresh concerns about system reliability, regulatory coordination, and digital service delivery. The nationwide downtime, triggered by the migration of telecom operators to a new identity verification platform managed by the […]

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3 h. ago Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, groups task police

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Some civic groups operating in Kano State have appealed to the state Police Command  to investigate and persecute the perpetrators of the attack on the palace of the 15th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi. The groups, which came as coalition, also urged the police to recover assets belonging to them and […] The post Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, groups task police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Stakeholders seek united front for sustainable industrialisation

By Merit Ibe      Stakeholders in the sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) sector have  highlighted the importance of ESG-aligned infrastructure and stakeholder collaboration to achieve climate-smart industrial development in Africa. In the face of accelerating climate risk, evolving financial priorities, and a generational shift toward values-driven leadership, they  called for action between […] The post Stakeholders seek united front for sustainable industrialisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Keyamo to FAAN Board: Elevate airports as gateways of pride, progress

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called on the newly inaugurated Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to rise to the challenge of transforming Nigeria’s airports into safe, efficient and passenger-centric gateways that reflect the aspirations of the nation. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held in Abuja on […] The post Keyamo to FAAN Board: Elevate airports as gateways of pride, progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Maktown, Amazons shine at maiden FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament in Lagos

By Joe Apu Maktown Basketball Academy emerged champion of the inaugural FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament on Monday, overcoming a resilient Warlords Academy side in a thrilling 74–70 finale at the Webber Engineering-themed Dolphins Basketball Court in Ikeja, Lagos. The boys from Ilupeju, known as the Warlords, battled tenaciously but fell short against Maktown’s […] The post Maktown, Amazons shine at maiden FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja

Federal Capital Territory Administration has commenced the evacuation of street beggars/traders, one chance syndicates, miscreants. It was gathered that the directive was given by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, who ordered that Operation Sweep Abuja of miscreants, street beggars/traders, scavengers and other criminal elements has commenced in Abuja. This was contained in a statement on Wednesday […] The post Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes

The Nigerian Senate has directed its joint committees to investigate Ponzi scheme operations across all geopolitical zones following rising concerns over financial scams like the collapsed Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX). This decision followed a motion moved by Senators Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Osita Izunaso (APC, Imo West), who cited the devastating financial losses […] The post Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina

Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have arrested three alleged human traffickers and rescued three young women in Katsina State. The victims, aged between 21 and 26, were said to have been trafficked from Benue and Rivers States and forced into sex work under inhumane conditions. According to […] The post Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago EFCC Probes Undeclared $29,000 Cash Intercepted At Lagos Airport

Operatives of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have commenced the investigation of one Rajesh Kumar arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for allegedly failing to declare the sum of $29,000 in his possession at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Kumar was intercepted by Customs operatives during a routine check on Wednesday, […]

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11 h. ago Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, civic groups urge Nigeria police

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Some civic groups operating in Kano State have appealed to the Police Command in the state to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators of the attack on the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. The groups, which came as a coalition, also urged the police to recover assets […] The post Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, civic groups urge Nigeria police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Despite Resignation As APC Chair Over Illhealth, FG Unveils Ganduje As FAAN Board Chair

Former national chairman of ruling All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has been inaugurated as Chairman of Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, following days after Ganduje’s resignation as the ruling party’s chairman. Recall that the APC’s chieftain cited health factor as one of the major […] The post Despite Resignation As APC Chair Over Illhealth, FG Unveils Ganduje As FAAN Board Chair appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Disquiet Over NSIWC Circular On Medical And Dental Officers’ Allowances

The recent circular purportedly issued by the National Salary Income and Wages Commission to address the consequential adjustment of allowances under the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) for medical and dental practitioners in Nigeria is no doubt in bad taste. The NSIWC’s action could trigger the country into another round of needless industrial action, which […]

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11 h. ago Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman

Tribune Online Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman "As we inaugurate this new board, we carry the weight of expectation that we must continue to foster an environment where aviation can Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman Tribune Online

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13 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, Civilian Killed During Counter

  At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon […]

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13 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, 1 Civilian Killed During Counter

At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon Layi […]

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15 h. ago Days After Resigning As APC Chair On Health Ground, Ganduje Unveiled As FAAN Board Chairman

Minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has inaugurated the governing board of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), with the immediate-past national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, as the chairman. Ganduje, a former governor of Kano State, was inaugurated with other members of the board, […]

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15 h. ago EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities

To launch 24/7 cybercrime response centre From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 146 foreign nationals allegedly involved in one of the biggest international cybercrime syndicates operating in the country. EFCC Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, who disclosed this Tuesday, at the 2025 National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja, said the […] The post EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Plateau: OPSH Warns Against Unauthorised Operations By Vigilante Groups

The Special Task Force code-named Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) in charge of security in Plateau and Bauchi States, and some parts of Southern Kaduna, has warned vigilante groups and individuals within the States against conducting unauthorised security operations by Vigilante groups without prior coordination with security forces. OPSH, in a statement issued in Jos, Plateau […]

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18 h. ago Gombe Rainbow Roundabout becoming death trap, claims 2 lives from 3 accidents in a week

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe Rainbow Roundabout, a once-admired road infrastructure near the NNPC Depot along the Gombe-Bauchi Federal Highway, is gradually becoming a danger zone for motorists, with recent data indicating a spike in fatal road accidents. Constructed during the administration of former governor Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, the roundabout has now recorded three […] The post Gombe Rainbow Roundabout becoming death trap, claims 2 lives from 3 accidents in a week appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Wimbledon Expansion Plan Under Attack From Local Campaigners

Wimbledon’s plans to expand the grounds for the world’s oldest and most prestigious Grand Slam in tennis came under scrutiny yesterday as campaigners’ opposition to the move began at the High Court in London. The campaign group, Save Wimbledon Park, is taking legal action over planning permission granted to the All England Lawn Tennis and […]

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