38 m. ago FULL TEXT: Tinubu signs N54.99tn 2025 budget, pledges economic stability

President Bola Tinubu on Friday signed the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 Budget of Restoration into law, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to economic recovery, fiscal discipline, and national development. Speaking at the signing ceremony in Abuja, Tinubu highlighted key priorities, including security, infrastructure, and social welfare, while vowing to sustain reforms that drive growth and stability. Here Read More

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67 m. ago Sultan Declares Saturday Day 1 Of Ramadan Fasting, Calls For Support Among Nigerians

Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially declared Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Speaking from his palace on Friday evening, Sultan announced that the crescent moon was sighted earlier in the day, February 28, corresponding to the 29th day of Shaban. He […] The post Sultan Declares Saturday Day 1 Of Ramadan Fasting, Calls For Support Among Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 m. ago Ireti Kingibe Backs Akpabio, Slams Senator Natasha Over Outburst On Seating Arrangement

Lawmaker representing Federal Capital Territory in the Senate, Ireti Kingibe, has backed Senate President Godswill Akpabio, over his ongoing rift with a Lawmaker from Kogi State, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Ireti berated the Natasha over her recent outburst on the seating reassignment in the upper chamber. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the Kogi federal lawmaker sparked controversy when […] The post Ireti Kingibe Backs Akpabio, Slams Senator Natasha Over Outburst On Seating Arrangement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 m. ago ‘Impunity Will No Longer Be Tolerated’ – Wike Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling On Rivers Assembly Crisis

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has hailed the Supreme Court’s decision affirming the legitimacy of the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martin Amaewhule. The apex court also upheld a previous ruling barring the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Accountant-General of the Federation from releasing statutory monthly allocations […] The post ‘Impunity Will No Longer Be Tolerated’ – Wike Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling On Rivers Assembly Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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70 m. ago N1.3bn Fraud Case: ‘Peter And I Are Guilty Of The Crime Jude Is Accused Of’ – Paul Okoye

Renowned Nigerian musician Paul Okoye, of the now-defunct P-Square duo, has accused his twin brother, Peter Okoye, of attempting to have their elder brother, Jude, incarcerated. Paul addressed the public on Friday, shortly after attending the bail application hearing for Jude at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. In a video from his interview […] The post N1.3bn Fraud Case: ‘Peter And I Are Guilty Of The Crime Jude Is Accused Of’ – Paul Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness

Tribune Online Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness As Muslims across Nigeria and the world begin the 2025 Ramadan fast, President Bola Tinubu has called on the faithful to embrace the profound lessons of piety, humility, and selflessness that the holy month represents. Ramadan: Tinubu urges Muslims to embrace piety, humility, selflessness Tribune Online

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2 h. ago 2025 budget: We have increased revenue to N21.6tn, reduced deficit – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, said the federal government revenue has increased to N21.63 trillion, while reducing budget deficit to read more 2025 budget: We have increased revenue to N21.6tn, reduced deficit – Tinubu

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2 h. ago As Ramadan Begins, Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Economic Stability

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world as they commence the 2025 Ramadan fasting season, urging them to embrace the core values of piety, humility, and selflessness that define the holy month. In a statement issued on Friday, the President expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting the faithful the […]

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2 h. ago How Nigeria’s top smartphone seller, Transsion, became world’s 4th largest

Nigeria’s top smartphone seller, Transsion, is now the world’s fourth largest seller of smartphones, increasing its global market share to read more How Nigeria’s top smartphone seller, Transsion, became world’s 4th largest

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3 h. ago Gov Fubara says defection, legitimacy of 27 lawmakers makers, not before Supreme court but still at federal high court

Embattled Gov Sim Fubara of Rivers State has broken government’s silence over the Supreme Court rulings Friday, February 28, 2025, read more Gov Fubara says defection, legitimacy of 27 lawmakers makers, not before Supreme court but still at federal high court

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5 h. ago International SOS identifies the world’s most dangerous countries for 2025

The world’s most dangerous countries to visit in 2025 have been identified in a new study on security, health, and read more International SOS identifies the world’s most dangerous countries for 2025

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5 h. ago Nigeria still remains ineligible for UK’s seasonal worker visa despite 5

Nigeria remains exempt for countries eligible to apply for the seasonal worker visa scheme, which has recently been extended to five years. read more Nigeria still remains ineligible for UK’s seasonal worker visa despite 5-year extension

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6 h. ago FPRO Tasks Ogun Command To Fish Out Man Who Violently Kicked Toddler In Viral Video

Following the outrage that greeted a viral video of a man identified as Odukaye Kunle where he was seen kicking a minor, the Nigeria Police Force has charged the Ogun State Police Command to immediately launch a manhunt for his arrest. A Facebook user identified as Adelere Rasaki posted the video on Thursday, where he […]

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6 h. ago NAFDAC blacklists Indian pharmaceuticals company over illegal opioid exportation

Tribune Online NAFDAC blacklists Indian pharmaceuticals company over illegal opioid exportation "These opioids are sold under various brand names, including Tafrodol and Royal-225, and are popular as street drugs in many West African countries due to their affordability and widespread availability." NAFDAC blacklists Indian pharmaceuticals company over illegal opioid exportation Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Lagos Speaker: Lawyers at loggerheads over Assembly brief as court fixes date for hearing

By Lukman Olabiyi Drama ensued at the Lagos State court on Friday when two lawyers simultaneously claimed to represent the Lagos State House of Assembly in a suit filed by Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, challenging his removal as Speaker.   Obasa filed the suit (ID/9047GCM/2025) before Justice Yetunde Pinheiro, contesting the constitutionality of the Lagos State […] The post Lagos Speaker: Lawyers at loggerheads over Assembly brief as court fixes date for hearing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago N1.3bn Fraud Case: Jude Okoye Remains In Custody, As Court Reschedules Bail Hearing For March 3

A federal high court in Ikoyi, Lagos, heard Jude Okoye’s bail plea on Friday in connection with money laundering allegations. On Wednesday, Okoye, the eldest brother and former manager of the defunct music group Psquare, was charged with laundering N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought Okoye and […] The post N1.3bn Fraud Case: Jude Okoye Remains In Custody, As Court Reschedules Bail Hearing For March 3 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Meranda Slams Obasa’s Inversion Into Lagos Assembly Complex, Says Security Escorts Not Fully Restored 

Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, has described the actions of impeached speaker Mudashiru Obasa as a show of shame. Recall that Mr. Obasa, on Thursday invaded the Assembly’s complex with some security men, fully armed, alongside four members of the house to preside over plenary session. The development is coming, […] The post Meranda Slams Obasa’s Inversion Into Lagos Assembly Complex, Says Security Escorts Not Fully Restored  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FCCPC Orders MultiChoice To Halt DStv, GOtv Price Increase Pending Investigation

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed MultiChoice Nigeria to maintain the current subscription prices for its DStv and GOtv services. This will remain in effect until an ongoing investigation into the company’s proposed price hike is concluded. The directive was issued after MultiChoice requested an extension regarding its scheduled appearance before […] The post FCCPC Orders MultiChoice To Halt DStv, GOtv Price Increase Pending Investigation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Speed Darlington Criticises Burna Boy, Questions His Generosity Amid Lamborghini Scandal With Sophia Egbueje

Nigerian controversial singer Speed Darlington has joined the conversation about the Lamborghini controversy involving Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy and Lagos socialite Sophia Egbueje. Burna Boy and Sophia Egbueje have recently made headlines after a viral audio surfaced, in which the socialite detailed their intimate affair and accused the singer of not honouring his promise to […] The post Speed Darlington Criticises Burna Boy, Questions His Generosity Amid Lamborghini Scandal With Sophia Egbueje appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Keyamo threatens international airlines over local caterer patronage

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has threatened to reject the summer schedule of foreign airlines that refuse to patronize local caterers for outboard meals. The minister made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting on ‘Transforming the Aviation Industry’ held in Lagos on Friday. Keyamo expressed his dissatisfaction with international airlines for Read More

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