2 h. ago Opposition slams Taraba Governor Kefas for prioritising luxury projects ahead of May 29 anniversary

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo As Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas approaches his second anniversary in office on May 29, 2025, the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused him of focusing on personal luxury projects while neglecting initiatives that benefit the public. Alhaji Hassan Ardo Jika, former Nigerian Envoy to Trinidad and Tobago, claimed Kefas […] The post Opposition slams Taraba Governor Kefas for prioritising luxury projects ahead of May 29 anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Defections giving Tinubu false sense of progress – Dele Momodu

Dele Momodu, a former presidential aspirant and the publisher of Ovation magazine, says the wave of political defections to the read more Defections giving Tinubu false sense of progress – Dele Momodu

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4 h. ago Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges

Seun Kuti, a Nigerian singer, has weighed in on the controversial arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan, suggesting that the arrest is linked to a larger power struggle involving influential religious figures. Kuti, who claimed to have spoken with VeryDarkMan’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, stated in a video shared on social media on Saturday that he […] The post Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Arewa House in Kaduna will host Nigeria’s top dignitaries on Saturday, May 10, for the 10th Authentic News Daily Awards and Lecture, organised by the Kaduna-based media outlet Authentic News Daily. Amos Ebute Mathew, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, said in a statement that preparations for the event, starting at […] The post Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ladoja Accuses Opposition Parties Of Fueling Faction In NANS  

The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Olushola Ladoja has accused opposition political parties of orchestrating ‘false’ factions within the student body to destabilise its leadership. Ladoja made this known while speaking with journalists to clarify recent developments within the education sector and to state the official position of the NANS […]

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7 h. ago “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has refuted claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that he attempted to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Saturday, the state government described the allegation as false, misleading, and a desperate attempt to distract the public. “At […] The post “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food

Popular Nigerian social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reportedly been denied access to food by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sparking outrage among his friends and associates. It is important to note that VDM’s legal representative, activist-lawyer Deji Adeyanju, issued a statement claiming he was arrested by […] The post Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has nabbed three suspected armed robbers and cultists who were allegedly terrorising communities along the Calabar-Itu road axis, and recovered firearms. On Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, released a statement in Uyo to this effect. “Following credible intelligence regarding an impending cult clash along the Calabar-Itu […] The post Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago How Damilola James is fostering inclusivity among Lagos communities

Badagry West LCDA is witnessing a renewed sense of hope and vibrancy as Damilola Sonayon James emerges as a transformative read more How Damilola James is fostering inclusivity among Lagos communities

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8 h. ago Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

Fishermen, sellers, others rake in millions of naira through fishing activities Rivers form a vital section of the economic backbone read more Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

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8 h. ago Nothing funny about it – Catholic Bishops slam Trump over AI photo

US President Donald Trump has come under fire over an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope. Trump, who posted the photo on his Truth Social platform, was called out by the New York State Catholic Conference, an organisation representing the state’s bishops, which works with the government to shape laws and policies that promote […] The post Nothing funny about it – Catholic Bishops slam Trump over AI photo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Actress Lizzy Gold faults entitlement mentality among family members

By John Ogunsemore Nollywood actress, Lizzy Gold Onuwaje has called out entitlement mentality among family members following a mild confrontation with her father. In a video shared on Instagram, Lizzy Gold narrated how she sent a “huge” monetary gift to her father for Easter celebration but got an expected response. The Wasted Beauty star said […] The post Actress Lizzy Gold faults entitlement mentality among family members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG, CSOs Urge States To Domesticate Women’s Empowerment Policy

The federal government in collaboration with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has called on state governments to prioritise the domestication and implementation of the Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) policy to advance inclusive growth and gender equality. The call was made yesterday at a stakeholders’ retreat on the Kano Women’s Economic Empowerment (Kano WEE) Policy, supported by […]

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12 h. ago Rotary Appoints Naija Times Publisher, Ehi Braimah Africa Regional Officer

Rotary International has named the publisher/editor-in-chief of Naija Times and Lagos Post, Mr. Ehi Braimah, among five new assistant Rotary public image coordinators for the 2025-2026 Rotary year in Africa’s Region 27. This region comprises nine Rotary districts across Anglophone West Africa and Egypt. The announcement came via an official communication by Tamunoibim Semenitari, Rotary’s […]

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13 h. ago Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS

By Billy Graham, Abel Yola   Chief of Staff to the Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Dr. Edgar Amos, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled,“Fintiri […] The post Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago CAN President Calls For Unity, Dialogue To Resolve Middle Belt Conflict

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has strongly supported the ongoing peace talks aimed at resolving the violence affecting the Middle Belt, particularly in Plateau, Benue, and Gombe states. The association condemned the ongoing attacks, which have led to significant suffering and loss among the affected communities. CAN’s president, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, reiterated the association’s […] The post CAN President Calls For Unity, Dialogue To Resolve Middle Belt Conflict appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal 

By Obinna Nwachukwu When Spanish football fans speak of a “remontada,” they remember the electrifying nights when FC Barcelona staged miraculous comebacks against overwhelming odds.  In Imo State’s evolving political landscape, a similar narrative is taking shape. Former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, who served from 2007 to 2011, is now preparing for his own remarkable comeback—a […] The post Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North

…Predicts possibility of defeating Tinubu is slim, but his margin of victory may be higher than what brought him to power in 2023 By Daniel Kanu Dr Rexkennedy Saltlove, a human rights activist and public affairs commentator, is the president/executive director, Citizens Rights and Empowerment Advocacy Initiative (CREMA Initiative). In this chat, he spoke on […] The post Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North-South divide – Dr Saltlove appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Turkish League: Osimhen fires brace in Galatasaray’s win against Sivasspor

By Seyi Babalola Galatasaray defeated Sivasspor 4-1 to retain their bid for a third consecutive Turkish Süper Lig title, with Victor Osimhen scoring twice. Osimhen scored Galatasaray’s second and fourth goals of the contest. Dries Mertens replaced the forward with 20 minutes remaining. Read Also: Ruger opens up about traumatic first heartbreak This season, the 26-year-old […] The post Turkish League: Osimhen fires brace in Galatasaray’s win against Sivasspor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral

By Philip Nwosu Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun joined former governors, political leaders, and family on Thursday, May 1, at a funeral to honour Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on April 5, 2025, at 92. The funeral, coordinated by his son, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo—an APC chieftain and Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting—celebrated the […] The post Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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