16 m. ago ‘It’s Fake News’, Presidency Denies Sack Of Defence, Power Ministers

The Presidency has condemned as false and dangerous a viral report claiming that President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Ministers of Defence and Power, calling for immediate action against the spreaders of such misinformation. The story, first published by Phoenix Browser with the headline ‘BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Ministers of Defence and Power’, was swiftly debunked […]

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3 h. ago Seyi Tinubu Dismisses NANS’ President Allegations, Says ‘Enough Is Enough’

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has firmly debunked allegations made by the newly elected President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, who accused him of leading thugs to disrupt the NANS inauguration in Abuja and threatening his life. Isah had alleged in a phone interview with an […]

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4 h. ago “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations

Renowned Juju musician King Sunny Ade, on Tuesday refuted circulating rumors about his safety, making it clear that he has not been abducted or gone missing, contrary to public speculation. The music legend clarified this in a live video posted by his wife, Mrs. Bose Olubo-Adegeye, after a social media uproar was triggered by his […] The post “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 12 Kidnap Suspects, Three Gunrunners Arrested In Taraba, Kaduna – Police

Nigerian Police has successfully arrested 12 suspected kidnappers, three gunrunners and recovered several firearms in Kaduna and Taraba states. This was disclosed in a statement by Force Spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Tuesday, attributing the arrest to intelligence gathering. Adejobi stated that on April 25, 2025, Force Intelligence Department in collaboration with operatives of the Taraba […] The post 12 Kidnap Suspects, Three Gunrunners Arrested In Taraba, Kaduna – Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago ‘I’m Safe And Sound’, King Sunny Ade Debunks Rumoured Kidnap

The Juju maestro and veteran musician, Prince Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade (KSA), has spoken out to put to rest the rumour about him being kidnapped. KSA, who spoke exclusively to LEADERSHIP on Tuesday, noted that he felt the love and concern of many as he had received several calls since […]

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9 h. ago Family Rift Deepens As King Sunny Ade’s Daughter Raises Alarm Over His Whereabouts

Tensions have reportedly risen among the children of legendary juju musician, Sunday Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade, as they express concerns over his health and whereabouts. Damilola Esther, a daughter of the singer and guitarist, went on social media to accuse her step-brother, Dayo, of allegedly holding their father against his will and […] The post Family Rift Deepens As King Sunny Ade’s Daughter Raises Alarm Over His Whereabouts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners 

Declares allegiance to governor  From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Executive Council of Osun State Government has denied the rumour that Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared their loyalty to his government. Speaking at a press conference organised by 25 commissioners and 10 special advisers on Monday, […] The post Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

The Osun State Executive Council has unanimously expressed its solidarity and unwavering support for Governor Ademola Adeleke. read more Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

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48 h. ago Headies 2025: Funke Akindele’s Movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Wins ‘Sound Track Of The Year’ Award

By Nafisat Abdulrahman A movie titled ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ by popular Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has won the category of ‘Sountrack of the Year’ in the 17th Headies Awards held in Lagos on Sunday night. Other nominations for the category included ‘Eledumare’ by Teledalese, ‘Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre’, ‘Lose to Gain’ by Kaline, […]

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52 h. ago “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1

Nigerian Fuji legend Alhaji Kollington has responded to his fellow musician, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 or Kwam1. In a recent interview with Agbaletu TV, Kwam1 expressed his disappointment with Kollington, stating that he was upset because Kollington failed to visit and offer condolences after the death of his mother. K1 recalled how […] The post “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Gunmen Kidnap 7 Passengers As Police Rescue 2 Victims In Kwara

  Gunmen have kidnapped seven occupants of two private vehicles at Eleyin Village in Isin local government area of Kwara State. LEADERSHIP gathered that the incident happened at about 5:45pm last Friday when about five armed men blocked the highway, stopping two private vehicles and forcefully taking all occupants to an unknown location. Sources disclosed […]

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64 h. ago Fiction in broad daylight as Favour Oluwaseyi’s father cries to Minister of Interior for intervention over kidnap

…Father says kidnappers of his 12-year-old daughter have been traced to kingpin allegedly operating from Enugu Correctional Centre Preamble: The read more Fiction in broad daylight as Favour Oluwaseyi’s father cries to Minister of Interior for intervention over kidnap

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3 d. ago MC Awilo Brings Laughter, Joy To ‘The King Of Street Joke’ Event

Nigeria’s comedy sensation, MC Awilo, lit up the stage with his signature humour and energy, delivering a spectacular performance at the “King of Street Joke” event, reigniting the nation’s laughter quotient. Held at the RickRex Event Center in Benin City on Easter Sunday, the show was a masterclass in humor, entertainment, and unforgettable moments. It […]

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4 d. ago Okpebholo Debunks IPOB’s Allegation Of Giving N6bn To Terrorists

The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has described as malicious a statement credited to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to the effect that the governor allocated N6 billion to compensate so-called ” Fulani terrorists”. The governor’s denial came following a report making the rounds by the IPOB, who accused Okpebholo of paying N6 billion […]

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4 d. ago Morocco’s $10b plan shows Nigeria how to use rail to strengthen a nation’s economy

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI gave the go-ahead on Thursday for a rail expansion plan worth $10.3 billion, a good example read more Morocco’s $10b plan shows Nigeria how to use rail to strengthen a nation’s economy

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4 d. ago Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest 2

From Jude Owuamanam Jos Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) yesterday ,foiled  another attempt to attack Teegbe village in Bassa Local Government, Plateau State. Media Officer of Operations Safe Haven, Maj. Samson Zhakom, in a statement, said that the attack  was met with strong resistance from the soldiers, who responded to a distress call from […] The post Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest 2 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Benue: Bandits hijack two vehicles, kidnap 19 travellers in Gwer West

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Bandits have hijacked two passenger vehicles and kidnapped 19 travellers in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, a traditional ruler, Ter Nagi, Chief Daniel Abomtse, confirmed to journalists via phone on Thursday, April 24. The vehicles involved were a Picnic bus and a Sharon bus, each carrying about […] The post Benue: Bandits hijack two vehicles, kidnap 19 travellers in Gwer West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Troops Neutralise Suspected Armed Robbers In Plateau Community

Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have foiled a criminal attack on Teegbe Village in Bassa local government area of Plateau State, neutralising the suspected criminals. The attack which occurred in the village was met with strong resistance from troops who responded to a distress call from one of the residents. According to a statement […]

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5 d. ago Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest two

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) prevented a potential massacre by foiling an attack on Teegbe village in Bassa Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State on Wednesday. Major Samson Zhakom, Media Officer of OPSH, said in a statement that the soldiers responded swiftly to a distress call from a resident. […] The post Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest two appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago UNIZIK: Ikechebelu scores high in public performance rating as Acting Vice

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha A public opinion poll on Nnamdi Azikiwe University’s official Facebook page has shown strong support for Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Joseph I. Ikechebelu. Appointed on 20 November 2024 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Prof. Ikechebelu introduced his BLESSeD Vision—Beautify UNIZIK, Light Up UNIZIK, Excellent UNIZIK, Safe UNIZIK, Secured UNIZIK, and Digitise UNIZIK—to […] The post UNIZIK: Ikechebelu scores high in public performance rating as Acting Vice-Chancellor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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