33 m. ago #Endbadgovernance group plans protest against Rivers emergency rule, Cybercrime Act

Conveners of the 2024 #Endbadgovernance protest have declared protest against emergency rule in Rivers State and the alleged use of the Cybercrime Act by the police to “hunt activists, journalists and social media influencers.” A flyer circulating on social media platform X, shared by one of last year’s protest organisers, the Take It Back Movement, Read More

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2 h. ago 2027: Nobody can manipulate Nigerians, PDP group tells Tinubu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   A group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders nobody can manipulate Nigerians into voting the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential poll.    The stakeholders on the aegis of CP-PDP Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) said Nigerians will never reward the hardship allegedly inflicted […] The post 2027: Nobody can manipulate Nigerians, PDP group tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama

Hellen Ati, the woman claiming to have a child for Cubana Chief Priest, has been advised to take legal steps instead of seeking public sympathy. Legal practitioner Stan Alieke shared this counsel in response to her ongoing demand for a DNA test. His advice follows Hellen’s public appeal to Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, urging […] The post “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tensions Rise As IPOB Warns Of Retaliatory Attacks Against Igbos In North

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on Igbos to prepare for self-defense following the killing of Northern hunters in Uromi, Edo State. IPOB spokesman, Emma Powerful, alleged that certain Arewa groups are inciting violence against Igbos and Christians in the North in retaliation for the incident. He warned the Hausa community against fueling […] The post Tensions Rise As IPOB Warns Of Retaliatory Attacks Against Igbos In North appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago ‘No Food For The Boy’ – Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Seeks Imo Governor’s Help In Paternity Drama

Hellen Ati, the controversial woman claiming to have a child with celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest, has called on Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma to intervenein her ongoing paternity battle. After accusing Cubana Chief Priest of being the father of her child, Hellen has been embroiled in a DNA dispute with him for months. The […] The post ‘No Food For The Boy’ – Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Seeks Imo Governor’s Help In Paternity Drama appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West

By Seyi Babalola American rapper Kanye West has urged his colleagues to learn from Nigerian afrobeats musicians, Jewish investors, and Chinese and Indian technology experts. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West criticized American rappers, alleging that they frequently lack understanding of the legal and commercial elements of music and rely on outsiders for […] The post Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries

By John Ogunsemore A Nigerian, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie has been extradited to the United States of America for allegedly engaging in a transnational criminal organisation that operated an inheritance fraud scheme targeting elder US consumers. In a statement, the US Department of Justice disclosed that Akhimie, 41, was extradited from the United Kingdom. According to […] The post Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Fubara: I was offered N5bn as bribe to mastermind impeachment – CoS

Siminalayi Fubara’s Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, has alleged that he was offered N5 billion to coordinate the suspended governor’s impeachment. Ehie, who appeared on Channels Tevlevision’s ‘Sunday Politics’ added that he has proof of his claim on his mobile phone. He also disclosed that he has printed out the evidence and distributed it in […] The post Fubara: I was offered N5bn as bribe to mastermind impeachment – CoS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Achimugu Responds To EFCC’s Wanted Notice, Insists On Due Process

Aisha Achimugu, CEO and managing director of Felak Concept Group, has responded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) decision to declare her wanted over alleged money laundering. On Friday, the EFCC called on the public to report any information regarding Achimugu’s whereabouts. The EFCC stated Achimugu was declared wanted in a “case of […] The post Achimugu Responds To EFCC’s Wanted Notice, Insists On Due Process appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago I was offered N5bn bribe to impeach Fubara – Rivers Chief of Staff

Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has alleged that he was offered N5 billion to coordinate the impeachment of his principal. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Ehie claimed he has evidence of the bribe offer stored on his phone. “I can also open my phone to show Read More

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14 h. ago Rivers Police Arrest Alleged Serial Rapist Who Lure Victims Through Dating Sites

The Rivers State Police Command has apprehended a man accused of being a serial rapist, who reportedly used dating sites to lure women to his hotel room, assault them, and take their belongings. According to the police, 34-year-old Israel Tamunokuro, a resident of Golf Estate on Odili Road, allegedly drugged his victims, coerced them into […] The post Rivers Police Arrest Alleged Serial Rapist Who Lure Victims Through Dating Sites appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago I Was Not Involved In Burning Of Rivers Assembly Complex — Ehie

Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has refuted allegations that he was involved in the burning of the Rivers State House of Assembly complex on October 29, 2023. This is as he said that he has instructed his lawyers to initiate a criminal libel suit […]

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15 h. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors

Tribune Online Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors In response to concerns raised by depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, whose balances exceed the maximum deposit insurance limit of N5 million, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it has intensified efforts to ensure timely payments. Following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s banking license by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on June […] Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors Tribune Online

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17 h. ago The recurring violence among secondary school students in Ibadan

Tribune Online The recurring violence among secondary school students in Ibadan AS if violence and lawlessness have become a new normal in this country, no fewer than 57 students of the Government Technical College in Orita Aperin, Ibadan, Oyo State, were recently apprehended by the police for allegedly invading CAC Grammar School, Ibadan, and causing significant property damage, especially to the school’s laboratory which is said […] The recurring violence among secondary school students in Ibadan Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Lawmaker Recall Exercise Costlier Than Constituency Election — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), at the weekend, said it was more expensive to conduct an exercise to recall an elected lawmaker than conducting a constituency election. The electoral umpire currently has a petition seeking the recall of the the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over alleged gross misconduct. The Special Adviser to […]

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25 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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25 h. ago Police rescue two kidnapped victims, hunt for alleged abductors

The Police Command in Lagos State says it has rescued two kidnap victims and launched a search for their alleged abductors. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Hundeyin said that the alleged kidnappers abducted the victims on Wednesday at Ijede in the Ikorodu area of the Read More

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26 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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27 h. ago Police Arrest Man Over Killing Of Vigilante In Emir Sanusi’s Entourage

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Usman Sagiru over the alleged killing of a vigilante member and attack on the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday. A statement signed by the spokesperson of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa, revealed the incident occurred on Sunday at […]

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