64 m. ago INEC Chairman, Yakubu, Tasks African Youths On Peaceful Polls

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called on African youths to promote peaceful and credible elections across the continent. Yakubu also urged young Africans to actively engage in the electoral process with a positive mindset, shun electoral malpractices, and uphold democratic values. The Nigerian chief electoral officer made the […]

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64 m. ago Why Nigeria’s maritime cadets still struggle with global certification – NSML MD

In this interview, with ANOZIE EGOLE, the Managing Director of the NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited, Mr. Abdulkadir Ahmed, speaks on the challenges with the Nigerian Seafarers Development Program, among others You said 2024 was a good year for NSML. Can you tell us how? I can tell you it was our best year, Read More

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2 h. ago Customs auctions 500 jerry cans, drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger

From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has expressed great concern over growing security challenges in the country, especially in parts of the North, saying the activities of bandits and other insurgents are hampering its operations. Comptroller General of the Customs Service, Mr. Bash Adewale Adeniyi, stated this in Minna, Niger State, on […] The post Customs auctions 500 jerry cans, drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Blue Ocean GMD Advocates Increased Women’s Participation In Politics

Group managing director/CEO of Blue Ocean Nigeria Limited, Dr Damilola Ade has urged Nigerian lawmakers to ensure greater involvement of women in politics during the National Assembly’s upcoming constitutional amendment. Dr Ade made this statement yesterday while receiving the Icon of Peace and Nation Building award from the “Nigerian Women of Integrity Par Excellence,” which […]

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3 h. ago “America Under Trump Feels Like A Nigerian Government” — Chimamanda Adichie

Award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has taken a swipe at the administration of President Donald Trump in the United States, comparing it to the corrupt democratic systems often seen in Africa. The renowned writer said the Trump administration reminds her of how a Nigerian government operates. READ MORE: Mi Abaga Pays Tribute To Plateau Victims, […] The post “America Under Trump Feels Like A Nigerian Government” — Chimamanda Adichie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FG takes action to prevent flood disaster, climate crises as Shettima unveils preemptive plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday launched Nigeria’s Anticipatory Action Framework at a validation workshop in Abuja, signalling a shift from reactive disaster management to proactive flood prevention. The framework leverages early warning systems, community empowerment, and pre-arranged financing to mitigate climate-induced disasters, which impacted over five million Nigerians in 2024. […] The post FG takes action to prevent flood disaster, climate crises as Shettima unveils preemptive plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago ‘Stop Tribalism, It’s Opportunity For Resumption Of Oil Exploration In North’, Shehu Sani Tells Critics Of NNPCL Boss Pick

A one-time Senator representing Kaduna Central, Comrade Shehu Sani, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the appointment of Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), dismissing claims that his selection was an ethnic favouritism towards the Yorubas by President Bola Tinubu. LEADERSHIP reports […]

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5 h. ago Nigerian Business Owners Tasked On Adaptability Amid Changing Economic Climate

  Firms and businesses in Nigeria have been urged to reposition their trades and deploy innovation for sustainability amidst the unpredictability in the economic landscapes of Nigeria and West Africa. Hence, innovation helps develop unique products and services that set firms apart from other competitors through innovative thinking and problem-solving. This was disclosed at the […]

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7 h. ago Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Atiku Abubakar-led 2027 political coalition has accused Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors of acting as agents for President Bola Tinubu by opposing a broad-based coalition to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) and rescue Nigerian democracy. In a statement titled “Rescuing Nigerian Democracy,” issued on Wednesday, 16 April 2025, by […] The post Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths

From Daniel Kanu Dr Philips Nto, Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to become billionaires, tapping into the N14 trillion lost annually to post-harvest mismanagement. Speaking during a visit by the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Abia State Chapter, […] The post Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG consoles CBEX victims, calls for collective fight against ponzi schemes

The Federal Government on Wednesday sympathised with victims of the digital investment platform CBEX, stressing that Nigerians must work together to put an end to the rise of Ponzi schemes in the country. The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, made the appeal in his keynote address at the Read More

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10 h. ago Social Media Is Now A ‘Terrorist Organisation’, Sultan Of Sokoto Raises Alarm

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has described social media as a “terrorist organisation” that must be urgently dealt with to preserve national security. Speaking during the 17th executive committee meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council held in Maiduguri, […]

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10 h. ago Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash

Auctions 500 jerrycans, two drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service has expressed great concern over the growing security challenges, especially in parts of the north, saying that the activities of bandits and other insurgents is hampering its operations. The Comptroller General of the Customs Service, […] The post Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Mi Abaga Pays Tribute To Plateau Victims, Suspends Performance

Nigerian rapper Mi Abaga has expressed his deep sorrow over the tragic loss of innocent lives in Zike Village, Bassa, Plateau State. The attack on Sunday night left several people dead—young and old alike—intensifying the grief in a state still mourning the earlier tragedy in Bokkos. Mi Abaga, who is from Plateau State, shared a […] The post Mi Abaga Pays Tribute To Plateau Victims, Suspends Performance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Dr Uwa Igiehon, Managing Director of Industrial Park, Ologbo, Edo State, has urged the Federal Government to invest in local engineers to reduce Nigeria’s capital flight. Speaking during an inspection of the Ossiomo Power Independent Power Project (IPP) in Ologbo, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, he emphasised that Nigeria has the […] The post Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago We’re Working With Interpol, We’ll Bring CBEX Perpetrators To Justice – EFCC Assures Nigerians

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has commenced investigation into the alleged N1.3tn stolen through a digital investment platform, Crypto Bank Exchange. EFCC assured Nigerians that the anti-graft agency, in collaboration with International Criminal Police Organisation and other international partners are currently investigating the incident. Recall that many Nigerians lamented over sudden crash of the ponzi […] The post We’re Working With Interpol, We’ll Bring CBEX Perpetrators To Justice – EFCC Assures Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “If You Talk Bad About Me, I’ll Write Petition Against You” – Portable Warns Defamers Amid Feud With Osupa

Nigerian singer, Portable, has issued a strong warning to his critics, threatening legal action against anyone defaming him online. In a video shared on his Instagram story on Wednesday, the controversial musician declared that he would not hesitate to arrest those tarnishing his reputation on social media. “To those people defaming me, spoiling my name, […] The post “If You Talk Bad About Me, I’ll Write Petition Against You” – Portable Warns Defamers Amid Feud With Osupa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa

Human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has called on Nigerian Bar Association to refund the N300 million received from Rivers State Government as support for its Annual General Conference. In a statement on Tuesday, Adegboruwa expressed dismay over the development that the state government, under suspended Governor, Sim Fubara disbursed a large sum to the NBA. […] The post “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Customs generate ₦190bn, seize ₦10.2bn illegal goods in three months

The Nigerian Customs Service, Area 2 Command in Onne, Rivers State, said it generated over ₦190 billion in revenue during the first quarter of 2025. The Command revealed that during the period under review, its officers seized 20 containers of contraband items illegally imported into the country, valued at over ₦10.2 billion. The Customs Area Read More

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11 h. ago ‘Deal with social media as terrorist organisation,’ Sultan tells security agencies

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar III, has declared social media a “terrorist organisation” during a speech on Wednesday, urging security agencies to address its dangers. In the remarks, captured in a video posted by News Central, the prominent Nigerian traditional leader criticised the platform for spreading false narratives that can destabilise society. “What Read More

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