1 hour ago FCT Police Arrest Eight Over Car Theft, Recover Stolen Vehicles

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended eight individuals in connection with a car theft operation in the nation’s capital. FCT police spokesperson Josephine Adeh said in a statement on Tuesday that a couple known as Yusuf Yunusa and Blessing Yusuf were among the accused. Adeh stated that Blessing admitted to buying Toyota […] The post FCT Police Arrest Eight Over Car Theft, Recover Stolen Vehicles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Arsenal Frustrated As Dembele Hands PSG Champions League Advantage

French club, Paris Saint-Germain seized the advantage in their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal as Ousmane Dembele sealed a 1-0 win in the first leg on Tuesday night. The former Barcelona forward struck in the opening minutes at the Emirates Stadium and Luis Enrique’s side held on to the lead with a composed display. PSG […] The post Arsenal Frustrated As Dembele Hands PSG Champions League Advantage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Waterway Safety: Oyetola Flags Off Distribution Of 42,00 Life Jackets

To enhance safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to waterway users across 12 selected riverine states. The initiative flagged off at a ceremony in Minna, Niger State, is aimed at curbing the alarming rate of boat mishaps […]

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2 h. ago Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, calls for action against purveyors of fake news

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed as “false and dangerous” a viral report alleging President Bola Tinubu sacked the Ministers of Defence and Power, demanding immediate action against purveyors of misinformation. The fabricated story, initially published by Phoenix Browser under the headline “BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Ministers of Defence and Power”, was swiftly condemned […] The post Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, calls for action against purveyors of fake news appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NSA Orders Joint Security Screening Of Passengers At Airports

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has directed the immediate implementation of a one-stop joint-interest screening system of passengers across Nigerian airports. The directive is part of efforts to eliminate operational clumsiness, curb touting, and streamline security innovations in the aviation sector. Also, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has disclosed that many […]

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3 h. ago World Bank Reconsiders Exploiting Nuclear Energy Projects Funding In Africa

The World Bank is considering support for nuclear energy as part of a broader push to expand access to affordable and reliable energy, particularly across Africa. In its 111th meeting, the Development Committee urged the World Bank to explore ‘further options for increased affordable and reliable energy access, including potential support for nuclear energy.’ This […]

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3 h. ago CAC Gives 6 Weeks Ultimatum For Compliance With Business Registration Requirements

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has given all businesses operating in Nigeria a six-week ultimatum to comply with the registration requirements of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), 2020. The Commission in a circular issued on Tuesday in Abuja, said that after the ultimatum, it would take necessary action against erring offenders who fail […]

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3 h. ago Lokpobiri lauds Tinubu’s foresight in driving oil industry reforms

By Seyi Babalola The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Ph.D, has lauded the Joint Venture (JV) between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Caverton Offshore Support Group, and Stenabulk as a bold step toward enhancing shipping operations, strengthening local content, and driving economic growth through strategic industry alignment. This was made […] The post Lokpobiri lauds Tinubu’s foresight in driving oil industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 18 varsities get N110bn to improve medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing studies

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of N110 billion to 18 universities for the expansion of the medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and nursing studies with a view to improving healthcare manpower production. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the disbursement in Abuja, yesterday, while inaugurating the ministerial committee on TETFund […] The post 18 varsities get N110bn to improve medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing studies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Navy Arrests Illegal Bunkerers, Confiscates Boat Laden With Refined AGO

The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB) Bonny has arrested suspected illegal bunkerers and confiscated a wooden boat laden with products suspected to be illegally refined automotive gas oil (AGO) at Oputumbi community in Bonny local government area of Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of the Forward Operating Base, Bonny, Lt. Cdr. Siraj Almustapha, […]

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7 h. ago Governor Namadi Transforming Jigawa Into A Health Tourism Hub

“Our main goal is to expand access to basic healthcare services for every Jigawa citizen and ensure no one dies due to unaffordable medical bills. To achieve this, we will collaborate with reliable partners within and outside the state,’ said Governor Malam Umar Namadi. From his inaugural speech, Governor Namadi declared his commitment to revitalising […]

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7 h. ago Nigeria Unveils Certification Scheme To Boost Environmental Standards

The federal government has launched the Environmental Standards Certification Scheme — a first-of-its-kind initiative in Sub-Saharan Africa to professionalise environmental management and enhance institutional capacity. The aim is to strengthen environmental governance and elevate Nigeria’s global standing in sustainable development. At the unveiling ceremony in Abuja, minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, described the launch as […]

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8 h. ago DEFECTIONS PDP’s Destruction, Threat To Democracy – Sule Lamido

A leading figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Sule Lamido, has warned that the destruction of the party represents a significant threat to democracy in Nigeria. Lamido cautioned that attempts to weaken the main opposition party and others in Nigeria resemble efforts to undermine the country’s fledgling democratic system. Lamido, a former Minister […]

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10 h. ago FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities

From Idu Jude, Abuja To curb the growing incidence of boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, launched the distribution of 42,000 life jackets across 12 riverine states. The official flag-off ceremony, which took place in Minna, Niger State, marks the beginning of a major […] The post FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. 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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11 h. ago Nigeria to expand primary healthcare centres to 17,000 by 2027

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The federal government plans to increase the number of functional primary healthcare centres (PHCs) nationwide from 1,800 in 2023 to 17,000 by 2027. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, announced this on Tuesday, April 29, in Katsina during the fifth annual delegates meeting and general conference […] The post Nigeria to expand primary healthcare centres to 17,000 by 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Poor compliance drives corruption in government, says EFCC boss

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Ola Olukoyede, Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has identified poor compliance with best practices, rules, and regulations in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) as a major driver of corruption in Nigeria. He made this remark on Tuesday while addressing a delegation from the National Agency for […] The post Poor compliance drives corruption in government, says EFCC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Japa syndrome: Kwara laments acute shortage of health workers

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin The Kwara State government has expressed alarm over its struggle to retain medical doctors amid the ongoing ‘Japa’ syndrome, the mass emigration of professionals draining Nigeria’s health sector. Speaking at a two-day inter-ministerial briefing in Ilorin on Tuesday, Dr Abdulraheem Abdulmalik, Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospital Management Board, revealed […] The post Japa syndrome: Kwara laments acute shortage of health workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Edo: Okpebholo targets kidnappers, cultists with demolition of crime

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has initiated a crackdown on crime-related properties, starting with the demolition of buildings linked to kidnappings and cult-related violence. The operation began in Benin City with the demolition of a residential duplex used for kidnapping and organ harvesting, as confirmed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, […] The post Edo: Okpebholo targets kidnappers, cultists with demolition of crime-linked properties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago EFCC investigates 30 arrested at Hustle Kingdom fraud school

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have begun investigating 30 suspected internet fraudsters arrested at a “Yahoo” training school, known as Hustle Kingdom (HK), in Benin City. The EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, announced on Tuesday that the suspects were […] The post EFCC investigates 30 arrested at Hustle Kingdom fraud school appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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