70 m. ago Governor Adeleke Orders Full Investigation Into Osun Community, Amotekun Deadly Clash

Governor Adeleke Orders Full Investigation Into Osun Community, Amotekun Deadly Clash By Joshua Dada, Osogbo Governor Ademola Adeleke has despatched top-level government delegation to Akinlalu communith over recent killings involving the Amotekun security outfit just as the state government has launched full investigation into the incident. Governor Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale […]

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84 m. ago NSCDC CG commends philanthropist for building, donating new office to corps

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corp, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has commended Chief Obioma Success Akagburuoye for using his resources to build a new ultramodern office for the use of the Corps in Ogbor Uvuru in Aboh Mbaise council area of Imo state . Audi, who expressed […] The post NSCDC CG commends philanthropist for building, donating new office to corps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the Lagos State Government’s appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador for the state’s Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. Describing the decision as “inappropriate and counterproductive,” NANS insisted that the appointment should be revoked without delay. While recognizing the […] The post NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. Omisore, who also served as a former Deputy Governor of the state, made the announcement in a statement shared on his official X handle. Omisore made the announcement on Saturday,  […] The post Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Tension Grips Bishewa Village As Bandits Kidnap Woman In Kwara

Panic spread through Bishewa Village, near Zambufu in the Lafiagi Emirate of Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, after armed bandits launched a late-night raid and abducted a woman. Eyewitnesses reported that approximately ten assailants on motorcycles stormed the village, firing shots Indiscriminately. The son of the kidnapped woman, who narrowly escaped, said he had […] The post Tension Grips Bishewa Village As Bandits Kidnap Woman In Kwara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Governor Aliyu Approves N293m Relief, Food Aid For Banditry Victims In Sokoto

The Sokoto State Government has distributed cash and food items worth N293 million to victims of bandit attacks and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Isa and Sabon Birni Local Government Areas. Governor Ahmed Aliyu announced the intervention on Friday, through a statement by his Director General of Media, Abubakar Bawa. This was during a condolence […] The post Governor Aliyu Approves N293m Relief, Food Aid For Banditry Victims In Sokoto appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Ogun: Senator Adeola’s Media Adviser, Odunaro installed as Osorun of Isaga

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Chief of Staff and Media Adviser to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola otherwise known as Yayi, Kayode Odunaro, at the weekend, was installed as the Osorun of Isaga-Orile Kingdom, in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State. The Osorun title holder is one of the kingmakers in the ancient kingdom. […] The post Ogun: Senator Adeola’s Media Adviser, Odunaro installed as Osorun of Isaga-Orile Kingdom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Mohbad’s father Demands Prosecution Of Son’s Wife, Nurse Over Singer’s Death

Joseph Aloba, Mohbad’s father, has urged the Lagos government to initiate criminal proceedings against those implicated in the coroner’s inquest into his son’s death. Mohbad passed away on September 12, 2023, following an injection given by auxiliary nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but amid public outcry and ongoing investigations, the police […] The post Mohbad’s father Demands Prosecution Of Son’s Wife, Nurse Over Singer’s Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 2026 World Cup: FIFA appoints referees for Nigeria’s qualifiers against Lesotho, Benin

FIFA has confirmed the match officials for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against Lesotho and Benin Republic. For the read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA appoints referees for Nigeria’s qualifiers against Lesotho, Benin

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2 h. ago Kaduna rewards 23 of 115 outstanding teachers with N500,000, scholarships

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Kaduna State Government has honoured 23 of 115 outstanding teachers across its 23 local government areas at the maiden Best Teacher Award Ceremony, with N500,000 each and a certificate of excellence. The overall best teacher, Esther Affun from Chikun LGA, received an additional N500,000 and a special scholarship to upgrade her […] The post Kaduna rewards 23 of 115 outstanding teachers with N500,000, scholarships appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Court strikes out Funtua’s suit against 9mobile over alleged share transfer

By Lukman Olabiyi The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a suit filed by businessman, Abubakar Ismaila Isa Funtua over the alleged unauthorized transfer of 43 million shares to Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Limited (EMTS), operators of 9mobile. Delivering judgment on September 24, 2025, Justice Mohammed Umar ruled that Isa lacked the locus […] The post Court strikes out Funtua’s suit against 9mobile over alleged share transfer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Tinubu restates commitment to make S’East great again, commissions projects in Abia

Ex Senate President, Wabara lauds Otti From Okey Sampson, Umuahia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his commitment in making Southeast great again in line with his administration’s policy of carrying every part of the country along. This is even as the former Senate President, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has commended Governor Alex Otti for reconstructing […] The post Tinubu restates commitment to make S’East great again, commissions projects in Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago TETfund spends N1.4b on intervention projects at A/ Ibom College of Education

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Tertiary Education Trust Fund said it has spent N3.4bn on intervention projects at Akwa Ibom state College of Education, Afaha Nsit located in Nsit Ibom local government area of the state . Speaking during commissioning of Administrative and ICT buildings at the College yesterday, the TETfund BoT Chairman and former […] The post TETfund spends N1.4b on intervention projects at A/ Ibom College of Education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Over 2,000 Abians get free medicare, as Foundation compliments Govt’s effort

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Over 2,000 Abians have received the Jennifer Etuh Foundation annual free healthcare. The weeklong programme ran from Tuesday, September 30 to Saturday, October 4. The five-day event which held at Umuenyere Alayi Primary Health Centre, in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State and was fifth in the series, offered consultations, […] The post Over 2,000 Abians get free medicare, as Foundation compliments Govt’s effort appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CDS Musa urges national unity to defeat Boko Haram, insecurity

Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has called on Nigerians to unite and take collective responsibility in addressing insurgency read more CDS Musa urges national unity to defeat Boko Haram, insecurity

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3 h. ago Gov Eno charges Akwa Ibom youths on emerging business opportunities

Tribune Online Gov Eno charges Akwa Ibom youths on emerging business opportunities He urged youths not to waste the emerging business opportunities provided by his administration through Ibom-LED... Gov Eno charges Akwa Ibom youths on emerging business opportunities Tribune Online

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3 h. ago EFCC arrests Kaduna fuel station manager over alleged N500m fraud

Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Abdulazeez Gbadebo, a station read more EFCC arrests Kaduna fuel station manager over alleged N500m fraud

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3 h. ago At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

Renowned Pan-Africanist and public intellectual, Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba, has issued a scathing critique of Africa’s persistent underdevelopment, questioning read more At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

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3 h. ago Use of local dredgers delaying Asaba Waterfront Project, Oborevwori frowns

…Says govt is not owing contractors Sheriff Oborevwori, Delta State Governor has frowned over the use of small-scale dredgers in read more Use of local dredgers delaying Asaba Waterfront Project, Oborevwori frowns

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3 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: Adeleye frowns at better Nigeria promised by past and present leaders

Tunde Adeleye, Former Archbishop of the Province of Niger Delta in the Anglican Communion, has asserted that claims by Nigerian read more Nigeria @ 65: Adeleye frowns at better Nigeria promised by past and present leaders

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