11 h. ago Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB

Former Nigerian Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, has broken his silence on the infamous murder of journalist Dele Giwa, which occurred on October 19, 1986. In his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Babangida denies any involvement in the assassination, instead attributing it to “booby traps and acts of destabilisation” targeted at his administration. Giwa, […] The post Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Nedu Wazobia addresses online controversies, denies fraud allegations

Popular on-air personality and host of The Honest Bunch podcast, Nedu Wazobia has responded to recent controversies circulating online, clarifying his position regarding various allegations made against him. Nedu, who has made headlines after an interview with comedian Dee One on his podcast, firmly denied all allegations levelled against him during a media engagement. He […] The post Nedu Wazobia addresses online controversies, denies fraud allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Emefiele disowns forfeited assets, says property belong to relative

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has denied the ownership of some funds and property forfeited to the Federal Government on the order of the Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, and Read More

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16 h. ago If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow

Tribune Online If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow  TIME was when the forest was the home of wealth and mirth. During those days, as the folk song says, the beloved wife stayed on the farm, not the homestead. You see, there were farms by the homestead but the real farms that housed the wealth of the race lay in the thick forests. A […] If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow Tribune Online

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22 h. ago I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida

Tribune Online I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida (Excerpt from ‘A Journey in Service’ by General Ibrahim Babangida) WHAT has come to be known as the Vatsa Coup occurred within the first few months of the administration. It began life first as a series of rumours. I heard through multiple sources that my childhood friend and long-time colleague, General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, was […] I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Former Nigerian military president, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has revisited the unresolved murder of journalist Dele Giwa in his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service.” In the book launch in Abuja on February 20, 2025, Babangida expressed hope that the mystery surrounding Giwa’s death would eventually be unraveled, while vehemently […] The post Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Starmer, Macron have ‘done nothing’ to end Ukraine war — Trump

Tribune Online Starmer, Macron have ‘done nothing’ to end Ukraine war — Trump On Ukraine's President Zelensky, Trump said, "I've been watching him negotiate with no cards. He has no cards and you get sick of it I've had it." Starmer, Macron have ‘done nothing’ to end Ukraine war — Trump Tribune Online

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37 h. ago ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements

Ahead of 2027 general election, Labour Party has insisted that candidate willing to contest for any position under the party must meet up with party’s requirements. LP denied viral report, claiming that its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti have been given automatic tickets for the next election. INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago VIDEO: ‘I almost denied the song,’ singer Lawrence Oyor reacts to Bobrisky’s viral dance to ‘Favour’

Nigerian gospel artist Lawrence Oyor has expressed his surprise at the viral video of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, dancing to his hit song “Favour.” In a recent sermon, Oyor shared his surprise at seeing Bobrisky, a figure known for his controversial presence on the internet, enjoying his music. The singer admitted Read More

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57 h. ago I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor

Tribune Online I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor Nigerian gospel singer Lawrence Oyor has responded to a viral video of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, singing and dancing to his hit song ‘Favour’. In a video making the rounds on social media, Oyor admitted that seeing Bobrisky enjoy his song left him shocked and even made him question himself. Bobrisky had […] I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor Tribune Online

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63 h. ago Anthony Joshua targets Dubois vs Parker winner for next fight

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set to be in Riyadh this weekend to watch Daniel Dubois vs. Joseph Parker. read more Anthony Joshua targets Dubois vs Parker winner for next fight

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63 h. ago U.S. Ambassador Dismisses Claims Of USAID Funding Boko Haram

The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has categorically denied allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is funding Boko Haram or any other terrorist group in Nigeria. Mills made this statement on Wednesday after meeting with the Nigeria Governors Forum in Abuja, emphasizing that the US government has found no […] The post U.S. Ambassador Dismisses Claims Of USAID Funding Boko Haram appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Obasa denies stockpiling arms, Meranda refutes resignation claim

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, on Wednesday, denied reports linking him to stockpiling guns at his office at the assembly. This is as the current Speaker of the House, Mojisola Meranda, denied resigning from her position. Obasa denied reports linking him to some firearms allegedly uncovered at his Read More

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2 d. ago “We’re United, Focused” – APC Lawmakers Debunk Alleged Mass Defection To LP Amid Lagos Assembly Crisis

Lagos State House of Assembly has denied viral reports claiming that 27 members of the rulling All Progressives Congress have defected to the Labour Party. The Assembly also said that the rumour was aimed to sow discord and confusion within the Assembly and among the good people of the State. In a statement on Wednesday, […] The post “We’re United, Focused” – APC Lawmakers Debunk Alleged Mass Defection To LP Amid Lagos Assembly Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Lagos Assembly denies the defection of 27 lawmakers to Labour Party

Twenty-seven members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have denied reports claiming they have defected from the All Progressives read more Lagos Assembly denies the defection of 27 lawmakers to Labour Party

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3 d. ago Nigeria demands respect as military decries visa denial for Invictus Games

Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has declared that Nigeria will not tolerate disrespect from any nation, insisting that read more Nigeria demands respect as military decries visa denial for Invictus Games

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3 d. ago Court refuses Anyanwu’s request to stop being removed as PDP secretary

Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has denied the request made by Samuel Anyanwu, the read more Court refuses Anyanwu’s request to stop being removed as PDP secretary

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3 d. ago Military followed due process in Canada visa denial saga – CDS

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, says the military met all the requirements and passed through all the processes in respect of the recent visa application to the Canadian High Commission. Musa made this known on Wednesday in Abuja, when he received the Armed Forces of Nigeria Contingent who won medals at the Read More

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3 d. ago Obasa denies alleged discovery of firearms at Lagos assembly office

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has denied reports linking him to some firearms allegedly uncovered at his office. Online reports on Tuesday alleged that 47 pump-action guns were discovered by officials of the Department of State Services during a visit to the assembly on Monday. Some versions of Read More

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3 d. ago Visa denial: Nigeria will not tolerate disrespect from any country – Defence Chief

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has said Nigeria will not tolerate any form of disrespect from foreign nations towards its citizens. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday at the Defence Headquarters, Musa noted that Nigeria deserves respect on the global stage. Musa at the maiden annual lecture of the National Association of the Read More

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