24 m. ago “I Didn’t Post About Benue For Clout, I Genuinely Care” — Kiddwaya Replies Critics

Former Big Brother Naija star Kiddwaya has addressed the criticism he faced after appealing for donations for Benue victims through his foundation. In a statement released on Thursday, he clarified that his appeal came from a sincere place, rooted in his identity as a proud native of Benue. Kiddwaya, the billionaire heir of Terry Waya, […] The post “I Didn’t Post About Benue For Clout, I Genuinely Care” — Kiddwaya Replies Critics appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 m. ago Dispute over mining royalties sparks tension in Enugu communities

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Tension is rising in Iwollo Omashi kingdom, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State, as some aggrieved youths accuse their traditional rulers and leaders of corruption and failure to protect the people’s interests in a mining deal. The kingdom, made up of four autonomous communities, Iwollo Omashi, Aguobu Iwollo, Owolloti Iwollo, […] The post Dispute over mining royalties sparks tension in Enugu communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 m. ago Osun Community In Mourning As Deadly Land Dispute Turns Violent

Panic and grief have engulfed the Ido Aiyegunle community in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State following a deadly attack linked to a long-standing boundary dispute with neighbouring Esa-Oke. The attack, which occurred on Thursday, reportedly left over 100 residents injured, with several others feared dead and many abducted. Eyewitnesses described a horrifying scene […] The post Osun Community In Mourning As Deadly Land Dispute Turns Violent appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 m. ago Olamide Referenced Me In Music, But Ignored My Calls For Six Months – Yemi My Lover

Veteran actor Yemi Ayebo, famously known as ‘Yemi My Lover,’ has accused singer Olamide of snubbing his calls after referencing his name in a track. The actor made the statement in an interview shared on social media on Friday. Responding to a question about whether artists and content creators have ever rewarded him for using […] The post Olamide Referenced Me In Music, But Ignored My Calls For Six Months – Yemi My Lover appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 m. ago Nigeria’s civil service reimagined as dynamic, efficient, and citizen

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move to redefine the ethos and operations of Nigeria’s public sector, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Didi Walson-Jack, on Friday unveiled a remodeled reception and foyer at her office in the Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase II. According to her, the project is more than […] The post Nigeria’s civil service reimagined as dynamic, efficient, and citizen-centred engine of governance – Walson-Jack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 m. ago We have crushed all security threats in Kogi state — Gov Ododo

….Visits APC NWC, says he ‘ll be a bastard to fight Yahaya Bello From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, has boasted that his administration has crushed and subdued all the security threats tormenting the State. Governor Ododo made the disclosure when he paid a thank-you courtesy visit to the national […] The post We have crushed all security threats in Kogi state — Gov Ododo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 m. ago Tinubu Government Signs Deal To Digitize Police Stations Nationwide

The Federal Government has unveiled a major initiative to establish ‘smart police stations’ across Nigeria, marking a significant step in security reform and digital transformation. This move comes through a partnership between Galaxy Backbone (GBB) and the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF), formalized at a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony held on Friday in […] The post Tinubu Government Signs Deal To Digitize Police Stations Nationwide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 m. ago African, Caribbean Leaders To Headline Afreximbank’s 32nd Annual Meetings In Abuja

The 32nd Annual Meetings (AAM2025) of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is expected to bring together an influential coalition of global, African and CARICOM leaders in Abuja, Nigeria, from June 25–27, 2025. The high-level forum will focus on advancing trade, investment, and innovation across the continent, with Heads of State, Prime Ministers, top business executives, academics […]

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35 m. ago “Tinubu Will Pick 2027 Running Mate After APC Nomination” – Onanuga

The Presidency has addressed growing speculation surrounding the political future of Vice President Kashim Shettima and President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview with news men, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this statement He pressed on syaing Tinubu will choose his running […] The post “Tinubu Will Pick 2027 Running Mate After APC Nomination” – Onanuga appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 m. ago “Most Nigerians In Hollywood Grew Up In England” — Stella Damasus On Industry Challenges

Veteran actress Stella Damasus has opened up about the difficulties Nigerian actors face in securing roles in Hollywood. She noted that the main reason Nollywood actors struggle to secure roles in Hollywood is due to the industry’s stereotyped portrayal of Africans, which she said does not align with how most Nigerians are perceived. The actress […] The post “Most Nigerians In Hollywood Grew Up In England” — Stella Damasus On Industry Challenges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 m. ago Senator Katung meets CAN, JNI leaders, sues for peace, unity in Southern Kaduna

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Senator representing Kaduna South senatorial district, Sunday Marshall Katung has appealed to religious leaders to continue to preach the gospel of peace and unity across Kaduna State, particularly in Southern Kaduna communities. Senator Katung made the appeal at a meeting with the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) […] The post Senator Katung meets CAN, JNI leaders, sues for peace, unity in Southern Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 m. ago Marwa commissions NDLEA/NOA vision centre to boost staff welfare

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Marwa (Rtd) has commissioned a high-tech Vision Centre at its National headquarters Annex in Abuja as part of efforts to promote and prioritise staff welfare as well as to boost their morale. The facility, a […] The post Marwa commissions NDLEA/NOA vision centre to boost staff welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 m. ago Tinubu poised to promote youth development through sports — Minister

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Minister of Youth Development, Ayo Olawande, has assured the youth of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment towards their development through sports. Olawande stated this yesterday when he received in audience Chairman of Royal CBS Group, Khalifah Onu Chairman Royal CBS Group ahead of the forthcoming Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) competition, to […] The post Tinubu poised to promote youth development through sports — Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 m. ago IPOB slams FG for linking Kanu to EndSARS, calls trial a ‘judicial scandal’

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has criticised the Nigerian government for what it described as a “desperate and disgraceful” read more IPOB slams FG for linking Kanu to EndSARS, calls trial a ‘judicial scandal’

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70 m. ago When dad is gone, what happens next? Rethinking legacy, wealth and family offices in Nigeria

On Father’s Day, many Nigerian families gathered to celebrate the men who shaped their lives. There were smiles, gifts, prayers read more When dad is gone, what happens next? Rethinking legacy, wealth and family offices in Nigeria

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71 m. ago World Refugee Day: Institute Calls For End To Insecurity, Mass Killings

As the world marks the World Refugee Day on June 20, the Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD) in Nigeria has called on the African leaders and the global community to act decisively against the growing scourge of insecurity, displacement, and mass killings across the continent. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja […]

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85 m. ago Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal

By Seyi Babalola VeryDarkMan, a social analyst and activist, has criticised billionaire heir and reality show star, Kiddwaya for soliciting public donations to help victims of a recent attack in Yelwata, Benue state. Daily Sun reports that Kiddwaya’s post on X requesting Nigerians to send donations to the afflicted community sparked tremendous outrage, prompting him […] The post Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Free fuel: Keke riders rue Abia Speaker’s empowerment programme, say it solves no problem

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Tricycle operators in Aba, Abia State, have decried the free fuel programme of the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Emmanuel Emeruwa, describing it as a charade and one that solves no problem. Rt. Hon Emeruwa had earlier in the week announced he was going to give free […] The post Free fuel: Keke riders rue Abia Speaker’s empowerment programme, say it solves no problem appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NRM accuses INEC staff of evading service of contempt charge on Chairman, Prof. Mahmood

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The National Rescue Movement (NRM) has accused staff members of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of allegedly refusing to receive service of Form 48 on behalf of their Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. Forms 48 is a notice of the consequence of disobedience of a lawful court order. It offers the […] The post NRM accuses INEC staff of evading service of contempt charge on Chairman, Prof. Mahmood appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago EFCC Nabs 19 Suspected Cyber Criminals In Akwa Ibom, Cross River

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have busted a cybercrime syndicate specialising in duping unsuspecting Nigerians and overseas’ residents of cash and other personal belongings through internet scam. The Head, Media and Publicity of the anti-graft agency, Dele Ojewale, who disclosed this to Journalists in Uyo, the […]

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