87 m. ago “Even If Peter Obi Wears Jesus’ Garment, I’ll Never Support Him” – Seyi Law

Popular Nigerian stand-up comedian, Oluwaseyitan Lawrence Aletile, better known as Seyi Law, has declared that he will never support Peter Obi’s presidential ambition. He said his decision is based on Obi’s failure to call the Obidient movement to order. In a recent interview on the Teju Babyface podcast shared on Instagram on Thursday, Seyi Law […] The post “Even If Peter Obi Wears Jesus’ Garment, I’ll Never Support Him” – Seyi Law appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “I Backed Tinubu Because Obi Wasn’t A Serious Contender” – Wike

In a recent media appearance in Abuja on Friday, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, explained his decision to back Bola Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election, while withholding support for Peter Obi of the Labour Party. Wike revealed that his decision to support Tinubu was driven […] The post “I Backed Tinubu Because Obi Wasn’t A Serious Contender” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: Gov Eno gets 2nd term support from Akpabio, doles out N260m to entrepreneurs

From Isaac Job, Uyo Senate President Godswill Akpabio has declared support for governor Umo Eno’s second term ambition ahead of 2027 governorship election in Akwa Ibom state.  Speaking at Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium on Thursday during the Town Hall meeting for Ikot Ekpene federal constituency organized by pastor Umo Eno, Akpabio said the entire All […] The post 2027: Gov Eno gets 2nd term support from Akpabio, doles out N260m to entrepreneurs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Of Benjamin Kalu, IDPs’ Plight And Kampala Convention Domestication

On April 16, the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, CON featured as one of the panelists in a high level United Nation event in commemoration of the 27th anniversary of the Guiding Principles on Internally Displaced Persons. The invitation extended to the Deputy Speaker by the highly esteemed international […]

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7 h. ago “Tribal Favoritism Won’t Help Your Govt” – Shehu Sani Warns Tinubu

Former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has warned President Bola Tinubu to avoid tribal favouritism in his administration. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Sani claim is coming, amid heavy criticism facing Tinubu’s government, particularly by northern politicians, who believe that his appointments are largely made in favour of his home region, the southwest. Speaking during […] The post “Tribal Favoritism Won’t Help Your Govt” – Shehu Sani Warns Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), a prominent socio-political organization representing the South-South region, has written to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, urging him to spearhead efforts toward a political resolution of the ongoing crisis in Rivers State. In a letter issued on Thursday, signed by PANDEF National Chairman, Ambassador […] The post PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “Buhari’s Nepotism Was More Extreme Than Tinubu’s” – Shehu Sani

Former Senator Shehu Sani has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu is running a lopsided government, arguing that the level of nepotism under former President Muhammadu Buhari was far more pronounced. Speaking to newsmen on Thursday, Sani responded to growing criticisms from northern politicians who accuse Tinubu of favoring the Southwest in his appointments and […] The post “Buhari’s Nepotism Was More Extreme Than Tinubu’s” – Shehu Sani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Rack Centre’s LGS2 12MW Data Centre, Gamechanger To Revolutionise Nigeria’s Digital Landscape

The newly commissioned LGS2 12MW IT Load Data Centre built by Rack Centre-West Africa’s leading Tier III carrier and cloud neutral data centre, has been described as the best-in-class and a game changer that would revolutionise Nigeria’s digital landscape. The Chairman, Rack Centre, Maher Jarmakani, disclosed this during the official commissioning of the data centre […]

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10 h. ago FG, Kaduna Govt Partner To Reduce Maternal, Neonatal Mortality

The national coordinator of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII), Dr Dayo Adeyanju, has disclosed that the Initiative is working around the clock in collaboration with the state governments to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality in 172 local government areas in the country. Dr Adeyanju, speaking with newsmen in Kaduna yesterday shortly […]

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13 h. ago FG restates commitment to modernising public broadcast assets

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reiterated the unwavering commitment of the President Bola Tinubu administration to the modernisation and transformation of Nigeria’s media and broadcasting landscape. Speaking at the sixth edition of the 2025 ministerial press briefing series held at the National Press Centre, Abuja, yesterday, […] The post FG restates commitment to modernising public broadcast assets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago FG partners Kaduna govt to crash maternal, neonatal mortality

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The National Coordinator of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII), Dr. Dayo Adeyanju, has disclosed that the Federal Government, in collaboration with state governments, is intensifying efforts to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality across 172 local government areas (LGAs) in Nigeria. Speaking in Kaduna yesterday, shortly after a […] The post FG partners Kaduna govt to crash maternal, neonatal mortality appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Boy who stood before Obi’s convoy demands N100m after release

A teenager, Alabi Quadri, who was freed on Thursday after being incarcerated for three months following his arraignment by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command on allegations of armed robbery, has demanded N100m in compensation from the police. Quadri became an internet sensation after standing in front of the convoy of the 2023 Labour Read More

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15 h. ago Airfare war: How foreign travel agencies are crippling Nigerian players

•Local firms lose 40% market share By Chinelo Obogo    talktonelo@yahoo.com   The Nigerian travel industry is under siege, literally speaking. Foreign travel agencies have continued to dominate the market, leaving local operators struggling to keep up as they hold the shorter end of the stick. Already, it is reported that local firms have lost […] The post Airfare war: How foreign travel agencies are crippling Nigerian players appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Emergency rule: Rivers administrator talks tough, warns mischief

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), on Thursday, warned political actors and mischief-makers testing his will, while refuting allegations of high-handedness and impunity leveled against him by civil society groups in the state. Speaking through his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Hector Igbikiowubo, Ibas frowned on the myriads of fake Read More

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19 h. ago Shehu Sani warns Tinubu against tribal favouritism in governance

A former lawmaker and human rights activist, Senator Shehu Sani, has issued a strong warning to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to avoid the pitfalls of tribal favouritism in governance. Speaking on recent criticisms aimed at the Tinubu-led government, Sani said this during a live broadcast on Channels TV’s “Politics Today” on Thursday. He questioned Read More

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20 h. ago Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has praised Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives, for establishing an ad hoc committee to oversee the state of emergency in Rivers State. In a letter dated April 16, PANDEF National Chairman Godknows Igali commended the House leadership’s decision, particularly for its oversight […] The post Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Tech Entrepreneur Urges Young Africans To Set Goals, Create Opportunities

Nigerian-born tech entrepreneur and investor, Oyemonlan Benjamin Oseoje, has emphasised the importance of goal-setting and proactive planning as essential traits for contemporary entrepreneurs hoping to achieve success in today’s fast-paced business landscape. . Speaking on the mindset required to succeed, he said, “To be a go-getter, you must at first be a goal-setter.” He urged […]

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22 h. ago Court Clears Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Of Armed Robbery Charge

A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court on Thursday struck out an armed robbery charge filed against 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. The Magistrate, Adetola Olorunfemi freed Quadri following the legal advice […]

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22 h. ago 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu

Minister of Power, Adedayo Adelabu, has claimed that 150 million Nigerians now have access to uninterrupted electricity, while 80 million still lack reliable power. Speaking on Thursday during the 2025 Ministerial Sectoral Update Conference in Abuja, Adelabu explained that the country  is making significant progress in power generation and distribution. He attributed the feat to […] The post 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Peter Obi donates N12.5m to nursing school, orphans in Plateau, Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi has donated N10 million to Our Lady of Apostles’ College of Nursing Science, Jos, Plateau State. Obi made the donation on Monday, April 14. The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) described the college as a remarkable institution deeply committed to shaping the future of healthcare […] The post Peter Obi donates N12.5m to nursing school, orphans in Plateau, Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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