71 m. ago Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom

By Damiete Braide The pan-Nigerian socio-political group, Afenifere, has raised serious concerns over what it describes as the systematic “destructuring” of Nigeria’s federal foundations under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a strongly worded statement signed by its leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, and National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, Afenifere expressed alarm at […] The post Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Kano to prosecute teachers found guilty of sexual harassment 

The Kano State Government has vowed to take decisive action against any teacher or school staff found guilty of sexually harassing students, declaring that such offenders will face the full wrath of the law. This is contained in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Abba Yusuf on Student Matters, Ibrahim Sumaila, and Read More

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5 h. ago Plateau killings: Ethnic cleansing, mass murder have no place in civilised society – FFK

By John Ogunsemore Former Aviation minister, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the slaughter of innocent men, women and children in Plateau State, describing it as barbaric and unacceptable. Fani-Kayode stated this in a statement shared on Facebook on Wednesday. On Monday, no fewer than 45 residents of Zike community in Kimakpa, Kwall district of Bassa […] The post Plateau killings: Ethnic cleansing, mass murder have no place in civilised society – FFK appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has intensified its clampdown on deceptive market practices, uncovering a growing trend read more FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

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7 h. ago 2027 Polls Will Be A Showdown Between Nigerians and APC – Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has taken a swipe at the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that the 2027 general election will no longer be a regular contest between political parties but a direct face-off between Nigerians and the ruling party. In an interview on Tuesday, Makinde stated that citizens are fed up with the […] The post 2027 Polls Will Be A Showdown Between Nigerians and APC – Seyi Makinde appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Deliver Quality Projects Or Face Contract Termination, Bauchi Govt Warns Road Contractors

The Bauchi State government has issued a stern warning to contractors handling various road projects across the state, urging them to strictly adhere to project specifications and timelines or risk contract termination. The warning was issued by the state commissioner for Works and Transport, Engr. Prof. Titus Saul Ketkuka, during an unscheduled inspection of selected […]

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10 h. ago Public Officials Face Rising Risks Without Media Literacy – Idris

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged public officers to equip themselves with media and information literacy to avoid falling victim to misleading content, falsehoods, and biased narratives. Speaking at the second Spokespersons Summit organised by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Information […]

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15 h. ago Local airlines battle flight delays amid operational challenges

The rise in flight delays and cancellations in Nigeria’s aviation sector has raised concerns among stakeholders, writes FELIX OLOYEDE The Nigerian airline industry has faced a consistent wave of operational turmoil, with a staggering 15,000 flight delays and a significant number of cancellations in 2024. This highlights the ongoing challenges plaguing airlines and airports in Read More

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15 h. ago The risks of letting social media influencers shape public discourse

In the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionised the way information is in the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionised the way information is disseminated and consumed. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become dominant spaces where narratives are formed, challenged, and reshaped daily. In Read More

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15 h. ago Many feared killed as herders renew attacks on Benue community

Panic gripped residents of Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday evening as suspected armed herders launched a fresh attack, leaving several people feared dead and hundreds displaced. A resident of the area, Edwin Emma, confirmed the assault in a distressed phone call to journalists. “We Read More

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18 h. ago Nigerians lose ₦1.3 trillion as alleged Ponzi scheme CBEX collapses

From Chinenye Anuforo Thousands of Nigerians face financial ruin after the collapse of CBEX, a digital investment platform accused of running a Ponzi scheme that allegedly vanished with over ₦1.3 trillion ($850 million USD). The fallout has sparked widespread distress, with victims sharing devastating stories on social media. One investor, quoted in a transcribed audio […] The post Nigerians lose ₦1.3 trillion as alleged Ponzi scheme CBEX collapses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has apologized to victims’ families over failure of government and security agencies to protect them and their properties. Governor Muftwang’s appeal is coming, following the recent attack in some communities located in Bassa Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that gunmen on Monday, […] The post “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has charged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to rise up to its responsibility, amid security challenge facing some parts of the country. Kwankwaso called out federal government to protect every Nigerians and their properties across the nation. The former governor of Kano State in a […] The post Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago FCCPC seals Abuja shops for selling local rice repackaged as foreign

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission on Tuesday raided Utako Market in Abuja, sealing several shops over alleged deceptive sales of local rice re-bagged and sold as popular foreign brands. The operation, which was carried out with the support of police officers and other security personnel, targeted traders allegedly involved in passing off locally Read More

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: Adeboye, wife inducted as Boys, Girls Brigade patrons

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor Folu Adeboye, have been officially inducted as the Patron and Patroness General of the Boys Brigade Nigeria and Girls Brigade Nigeria. Announcing the induction via Facebook on Tuesday, the church described the honour as a testament to Read More

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23 h. ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Threaten Nigeria’s Oil Revenue — NMDPRA

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has raised the alarm over the potential threat posed to Nigeria’s oil revenue by renewed protectionist policies rolled out by United State President Donald Trump. NMDPRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, who addressed journalists at the State House on Tuesday, said Trump’s aggressive tariff regime targeting […]

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24 h. ago NSCDC Launches Manhunt For Killers Of Officer In Bayelsa Attack

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has commenced manhunt for gunmen that killed one of its personnel in an attack on April 10, 2025 in Igbomotoru Community, Southern Ijaw local government area of Bayelsa State. Unknown gunmen has launched attack on the NSCDC operatives during a pipeline protection duty in the community, killing […]

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25 h. ago Popular Singer Osupa Withdraws Defamation Case Against Portable In Kwara After Sowore’s Intervention

Politician and activist, Omoyele Sowore, has revealed that popular fuji musician Saheed Osupa Akorede has withdrawn his defamation case against fellow singer, Habeeb Okikiola, a.k.a Portable, before an Upper Area Court in Ilorin, Kwara State. In a post shared on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday afternoon, Sowore said he had a conversation with Osupa, […]

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30 h. ago “We do not feel protected”, Nigerian women speak out on the broken system failing victims of sexual harassment

Sexual harassment remains one of the most deeply entrenched and underreported issues in Nigeria. A recent poll, BusinessDay’s March 2025 read more “We do not feel protected”, Nigerian women speak out on the broken system failing victims of sexual harassment

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30 h. ago “APC Supporters Curse My Family, But Now Claim To Be The Victims” – Mr Macaroni

Popular comedian and activist, Mr Macaroni, has fired shots at supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing them of years of non-stop online harassment. In a post shared on his official X handle on Monday, Mr Macaroni expressed disbelief at how some of these trolls now portray themselves as victims, despite their constant attacks […] The post “APC Supporters Curse My Family, But Now Claim To Be The Victims” – Mr Macaroni appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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