1 hour ago Defection, characteristic of average Nigerian politician –Ex

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Former Governor of Edo State, Chief Lucky Igbinedion, yesterday, reacted to the gale of defections that have hit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in recent times and saying that the development does not worry him because defection is characteristic of the average Nigerian politician. He, however, stated that he foresees the […] The post Defection, characteristic of average Nigerian politician –Ex-Gov Igbinedion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago We Owe Nigerian Workers Safety Obligation At Workplace – Reps

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said the legislature owes Nigerian workers the obligation to protect and ensure their safety at the workplace through appropriate legislation. Abbas said this in Abuja at a conference organised by the House Committee on Safety Standards, ‘The Legislative Perspective: Safety First, Building a Safer […]

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7 h. ago Boom or bust? The nexus between Nigeria’s real estate and food security

Nigeria’s cities are growing taller and faster, but farms are shrinking. As we build more houses and malls, we risk read more Boom or bust? The nexus between Nigeria’s real estate and food security

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8 h. ago Gov Okpebholo Orders Demolition Of Buildings Linked To Kidnappers, Cultists In Edo

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has launched a crackdown on crime-related properties, beginning with the demolition of buildings connected to kidnappings and cult-related violence in the State. During the demolition of a residential duplex in Benin City used for kidnapping and organ harvesting, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Fred Itua, who […]

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9 h. ago Soludo urges South East traditional rulers to unite for regional progress

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has called on South East traditional rulers to foster unity among themselves and their communities to drive regional development. Speaking at a recent meeting of the South East Traditional Rulers’ Council in Anambra, Soludo stressed that collaboration is essential for building a thriving South East. He […] The post Soludo urges South East traditional rulers to unite for regional progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Edo: Okpebholo targets kidnappers, cultists with demolition of crime

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has initiated a crackdown on crime-related properties, starting with the demolition of buildings linked to kidnappings and cult-related violence. The operation began in Benin City with the demolition of a residential duplex used for kidnapping and organ harvesting, as confirmed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, […] The post Edo: Okpebholo targets kidnappers, cultists with demolition of crime-linked properties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations

Renowned Juju musician King Sunny Ade, on Tuesday refuted circulating rumors about his safety, making it clear that he has not been abducted or gone missing, contrary to public speculation. The music legend clarified this in a live video posted by his wife, Mrs. Bose Olubo-Adegeye, after a social media uproar was triggered by his […] The post “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 12 Kidnap Suspects, Three Gunrunners Arrested In Taraba, Kaduna – Police

Nigerian Police has successfully arrested 12 suspected kidnappers, three gunrunners and recovered several firearms in Kaduna and Taraba states. This was disclosed in a statement by Force Spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Tuesday, attributing the arrest to intelligence gathering. Adejobi stated that on April 25, 2025, Force Intelligence Department in collaboration with operatives of the Taraba […] The post 12 Kidnap Suspects, Three Gunrunners Arrested In Taraba, Kaduna – Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Join Politics, Shape Nigeria’s Future, Presidency Tells Young Women

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Ms. Rinsola Abiola, has urged young Nigerian women to join politics and build careers in public service. This was also as she said that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration was committed to empowering young women. She made the call at the Beyond Boundaries Young […]

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15 h. ago Truck Crushes 2 Police Officers To Death At UNIBEN Gate In Edo

Two police officers have died on the spot after being crushed by a moving truck at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) main gate in Benin City, Edo State. Videos making the rounds on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday have suggested that the officers were operating at the busy Ugbowo campus gate when […]

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15 h. ago ‘I’m Safe And Sound’, King Sunny Ade Debunks Rumoured Kidnap

The Juju maestro and veteran musician, Prince Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade (KSA), has spoken out to put to rest the rumour about him being kidnapped. KSA, who spoke exclusively to LEADERSHIP on Tuesday, noted that he felt the love and concern of many as he had received several calls since […]

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19 h. ago Police arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, 3 gunrunners, recover arms, ammunition

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Force headquarters in Abuja, said its operations to curb insecurity have yielded tremendous successes with the arrest of suspected kidnappers and gunrunners and the recovery of arms across several states. The successful operations, which were propelled by credible intelligence according to the force public relations officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, demonstrate […] The post Police arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, 3 gunrunners, recover arms, ammunition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Okpebholo Condemns Murder Of Realtor, Urges Arrest Of Killers

By PATRICK OCHOGA, Benin City Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has condemned in strong terms the gruesome murder of a Benin-based realtor and businessman, Mr Joel Umwueni Isibor and called on security agencies to fish out his killers. The 42-year-old estate developer and owner of a boutique was sent to his untimely grave by […]

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22 h. ago Police Rescue Two Abducted Victims In Ekiti After Gun Battle With Kidnappers

Two individuals who were kidnapped on the Igbara-Odo/Ikere-Ekiti Road on Saturday have been rescued. According to sources, the victims were traveling from Igbara-Odo to Ikere-Ekiti when one of their vehicle’s tyres got punctured around 7:30 p.m. A source said, “While they were trying to fix the tyre, some unknown gunmen appeared from the bush, threatened […] The post Police Rescue Two Abducted Victims In Ekiti After Gun Battle With Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago FCTA Building Entrepreneurship Skill Centre For Secondary Schools – Director

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says it is building an Entrepreneurship Skills Development Centre to promote entrepreneurship education in secondary schools. Dr Mohammed Ladan, the Director/Secretary, FCT Secondary Education Board, disclosed this in Abuja on Monday, on the sideline of a two-day training of FCT teachers on innovation and entrepreneurship education. Ladan told the […]

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26 h. ago Help! Space invaders are stealing the intellectual soul of Nigerian universities (1)

What happens when a university loses its mind? Not its buildings or its budgets, but the very space where ideas read more Help! Space invaders are stealing the intellectual soul of Nigerian universities (1)

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29 h. ago Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more

Guinness Nigeria Plc, a leading beverage alcohol company, is commemorating 75 bold and impactful years – a celebration of heritage, innovation and deep-rooted connection to the Nigerian people. Established in 1950 and opening its first brewery in Lagos in 1962 – the very first Guinness brewery outside Ireland and the UK – Guinness Nigeria has […] The post Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Nigerians Must End Godfatherism, Build Internal Democracy – El Rufai

Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said that his decision to leave ruling All Progressives Congress is based on the need to build a platform free from godfatherism. Speaking in Kano State on Monday, during a visit to Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, El Rufai noted that Nigeria needs a credible political […] The post Nigerians Must End Godfatherism, Build Internal Democracy – El Rufai appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Tinubu praises Adenuga’s vision, impact on banking, oil and gas, telecom on his birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu in a glowing tribute to Chairman of Globacom and Conoil, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., on the occasion of his birthday, lauded his monumental contributions to Nigeria’s economic development and nation-building. In a statement he personally signed and released on April 28, 2025, ahead of Adenuga’s birthday on April […] The post Tinubu praises Adenuga’s vision, impact on banking, oil and gas, telecom on his birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Hike in terrorism: Afenifere calls for urgent enforcement of anti

.  suggests ways out, including State Police The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has bemoaned the new upsurge in terrorism acts in various parts of the country, especially North East, North Central and North West. In a statement by the organisation’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Jare Ajayi, Afenifere also lamented over kidnapping incidents in parts of […] The post Hike in terrorism: Afenifere calls for urgent enforcement of anti-terrorism law and counter-terrorism strategy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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