2 h. ago Adeyanju To Close Accounts, Take Legal Steps Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest

Prominent Nigerian lawyer and human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju has declared his intention to take legal action against Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank). He accused the financial institution of being complicit in the recent arrest and alleged mistreatment of social media activist VeryDarkMan and his associate, C-Park. In a post shared via his Facebook page on […] The post Adeyanju To Close Accounts, Take Legal Steps Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FCCPC unmoved by Meta’s threat to exit Nigeria over $220m fine

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has dismissed Meta’s threat to exit the country following a $220 million fine for data privacy and consumer rights violations. The fine, upheld by the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal on April 25, targeted Meta and its platforms, WhatsApp and Facebook, for discriminatory […] The post FCCPC unmoved by Meta’s threat to exit Nigeria over $220m fine appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Mr Macaroni Celebrates Birthday With Exciting New Ambassadorship Deal From Mikano Motors

Popular Nigerian comedian and content creator, Mr Macaroni, has received an exciting birthday gift from Mikano Motors. Taking to Facebook on Saturday to share his joy, Mr Macaroni revealed that he has renewed his ambassadorship deal with the company, which now includes the luxury All-New Changan CS95. Expressing his excitement, the entertainer shared, “I’m so […] The post Mr Macaroni Celebrates Birthday With Exciting New Ambassadorship Deal From Mikano Motors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago I never called Nigerians Gullible and hungry, Natasha denies

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has denied explosive allegations made against her during a Facebook read more I never called Nigerians Gullible and hungry, Natasha denies

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10 h. ago Olympic 100m Medalist Fred Kerley Arrested In U.S. For Beating Ex

  Two-time Olympic 100m medalist Fred Kerley was arrested in Miami, United States for allegedly punching his former girlfriend and fellow athlete, Alaysha Johnson in the face. The alleged altercation occurred at a hotel in Dania Beach on Thursday, before Kerley was due to compete in the second Grand Slam Track meeting, which started on […]

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13 h. ago EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank

Nigerian social media personality, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been reportedly detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His legal representative, Deji Adeyanju, disclosed the development in a Facebook post, accusing Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) of aiding in the influencer’s arrest. According to Adeyanju, VDM was apprehended after publicly […] The post EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has warned it may shut down operations in Nigeria following a tribunal... read more Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

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17 h. ago Akpabio: Senator Natasha Denounces Duru’s Claims In Viral Video As False, Manipulated

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has distanced herself from the claims made by one Sandra Duru in a viral Facebook video on May 1, 2025, describing them as “entirely untrue” and “most manipulated.” In a statement issued to journalists on Friday in Abuja, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan said the Facebook livestream, which included audio elements purporting […]

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17 h. ago Experts chart path for real estate investment, transformation at NIESV Confab

Experts and stakeholders in the real estate market will be discussing issues around transforming, investing and thriving in the real read more Experts chart path for real estate investment, transformation at NIESV Confab

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24 h. ago Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has denied claims by United States-based activist, Sandra Duru, that she offered her N200 million to frame Senate President Godswill Akpabio in a case of organ harvesting. Reacting to a May 1, 2025, Facebook livestream in which Duru, also known as Professor Mgbeke, made […] The post Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Diddy Opts For Trial After Rejecting Plea Deal In Racketeering, Sex Trafficking Case

American music mogul and entrepreneur Sean “Diddy” Combs has declined a plea offer from U.S. federal prosecutors, choosing instead to face trial on serious criminal charges. During a court hearing on Thursday, Combs—also widely recognized as P. Diddy—confirmed to Judge Arun Subramanian that he was turning down the proposed deal that could have significantly reduced […] The post Diddy Opts For Trial After Rejecting Plea Deal In Racketeering, Sex Trafficking Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Coalition Slams ‘Faceless Critics’ Spreading Lies Against Defence Minister Matawalle

The association of six geopolitical zones comprising retired security officers, paramilitary personnel, and community security professionals, has issued a strong warning against what it described as “faceless and desperate” individuals spreading false narratives to undermine the efforts of the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle. In a statement signed by its chairman, Dr […]

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29 h. ago $290m Fine: Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has threatened to restrict access to the two social platforms in Nigeria following fines by local regulatory authorities. Last year, three regulatory bodies in Nigeria fined the US-based social media firm over $290 million for breaching various laws and regulations. Meta’s recent effort to contest the rulings […]

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32 h. ago ‘I Won’t Lie About My Path To Motherhood’ – Chimamanda Adichie On Facing Surrogacy Backlash

Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has addressed the backlash she received after publicly sharing that she welcomed twins through surrogacy. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, shared on X Friday, Adichie revealed how the criticisms surrounding the birth of her children, whom she shares with her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, affected […] The post ‘I Won’t Lie About My Path To Motherhood’ – Chimamanda Adichie On Facing Surrogacy Backlash appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago VeryDarkMan, mother storm popular bank over unexplained deductions

By John Ogunsemore Activist, Martins Otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan on Friday stormed a branch of a major commercial bank in the company of his mother, whose account with the bank has allegedly been subjected to inexplicable deductions. VeryDarkMan, also known as VDM, shared a video of the visit to the bank on Facebook. The […] The post VeryDarkMan, mother storm popular bank over unexplained deductions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Natasha Offered Me N200m To Accuse Akpabio Of Organ Harvesting, Claims Dr Duru

A United States-based activist, Dr. Sandra Duru, also known as Professor Mgbeke, has submitted evidence of phone conversations between her and suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to relevant authorities in the US and other parts of the world for forensic analysis. The activist, who made this known during a Facebook live session on Thursday […]

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38 h. ago Workers In Bayelsa Demand Stronger Protection, Civic Freedom

Workers in Bayelsa State, under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), have called for better protection of their rights and welfare, especially in the face of growing insecurity and shrinking civic freedoms. The demand was made during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration held at Peace Park, Yenagoa. This year’s event […]

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38 h. ago Katsina Farmers Face Unprecedented Hardship From Bandits – NLC

The Katsina State chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Hussaini Hamisu Yanduna, said farmers in the state have suffered unimaginable hardship due to persistent armed banditry. He disclosed this during the 2025 Workers‘ Day celebrations held in Katsina. Speaking on behalf of the organised labour at a colourful rally attended by dignitaries, including […]

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49 h. ago Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The National Judicial Council (NJC) has confirmed receipt of a petition against Justice B.T. Ebuta of the Cross River State High Court, alleging misconduct and abuse of office. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, with Reference No. NJC/S.4/ANA.HC/7/11/24, signed by Chief Justice of Nigeria and NJC Chairman Hon. Justice Kudirat […] The post Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago NGX Group CEO highlights path to improved capital market exits at AVCA Summit

Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director and CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), has called for a strategic rethink of read more NGX Group CEO highlights path to improved capital market exits at AVCA Summit

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