4 h. ago Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Sowunmi, has urged former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stop demarketing Nigeria especially at international forums. Sowunmi led this out on Friday, while reacting to Obi’s X post on Friday, in where the former governor of Anambra State compared Nigeria’s economic growth with some countries. […] The post Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Kounde’s goal seals Copa del Rey win for Barcelona over Real Madrid

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde struck deep into extra-time to seal a dramatic 3-2 victory over archrivals Real Madrid in the Copa del read more Kounde’s goal seals Copa del Rey win for Barcelona over Real Madrid

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6 h. ago How mass defections expose Nigeria’s weak political structure

Defection does not guarantee automatic electoral victory – Oduwole The wave of defection in Nigerian politics has become a recurring read more How mass defections expose Nigeria’s weak political structure

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17 h. ago Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction

Forensic psychologist Uwom Eze has rejected allegations that Mohbad’s death was caused by drug abuse. On September 12, 2023, Mohbad passed away following an injection given by a nurse, Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but on September 21, 2023, the police exhumed his body for an autopsy. The pathologist overseeing the autopsy, […] The post Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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28 h. ago Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides

By John Ogunsemore The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested 22 Nigerians allegedly involved in a financially motivated sextortion scheme that led to teen suicides in the United States. The US law enforcement agency disclosed this in a statement published on its website. According to the FBI, the arrests followed a first-of-its kind global […] The post Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago NDLEA, NAPTIP set up teams to strengthen collaboration against drug, human trafficking

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have set up teams on both sides to strengthen collaboration on the fight against the interconnected menace of human and drug trafficking as well as substance abuse. The fresh effort was the highpoint of discussions between […] The post NDLEA, NAPTIP set up teams to strengthen collaboration against drug, human trafficking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Minimum Wage: SDP Chieftain Urges Workers To Hold AMAC Chair Accountable

An aspirant for Abuja Municipal Area Council Chairman under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Dr. Obinna Simon has called on the area council teachers and workers to utilize their voter cards and hold the current area council chairmen in FCT accountable for refusing to implement the N70,000 minimum wage. Dr. Simon emphasized that the current […]

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42 h. ago Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director

…Be rest assured of our support -NUJ Chair From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Acting Zonal Director, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, Bawa Usman Kaltungo on Friday visited the Executive Officials of Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) along with his management team on courtesy call. Kaltungo who […] The post Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Hails Simon Ekpa’s Extradition As Victory For South

The apex Igbo sociocultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has welcomed the Finnish Court’s verdict approving the extradition of Biafran agitator, Simon Ekpa, to Nigeria. The development is seen as a significant triumph for the South-East region, marking a crucial step towards restoring peace and dignity. In a statement signed by the Deputy President General, Mazi Okechukwu […]

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45 h. ago ‘I Am Honoured, Excited’, Dangote Reacts To World Bank Appointment

The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has confirmed his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, which is responsible for enhancing investment and creating jobs in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, Dangote reiterated his dedication to promoting sustainable economic growth through private sector-driven investments, emphasising […]

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46 h. ago Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex

Former member of the House of Representatives, Usman Bugaje, has lamented over recent defections from Peoples Democratic Party to ruling All Progressives Congress. Bugaje expressed concern over what he described as monetisation of politics and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy. According to him, those in opposition with records in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, […] The post Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex- Lawmaker Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy

Grammy award-winning singer Burna Boy has said that Nigerian music industry gatekeepers are trying to break him. Burna Boy made the claim while reacting to a viral video, where veteran music executive, Obi Asika, disclosed that the industry’s gatekeepers tried to frustrate the ‘Ye’ crooner’s career before he became known globally. Reacting in the comments […] The post Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago SA Security Urges State Support For Repentant Boko Haram Members

The special adviser on security to the governor of Sokoto State, Colonel Ahmed Usman (rtd), has called on the state government to strengthen its support mechanisms to complement military efforts in ongoing counterinsurgency operations. This appeal aims to ensure the full reintegration of 390 repentant Boko Haram members. In an interview with newsmen on security […]

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53 h. ago Alleged Forgery: Lawyer Claims AMAC Chair’s Arraignment Delayed

The scheduled arraignment of Mr Christopher Zakka, chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), over alleged certificate forgery was postponed due to his lawyers citing ill health. The magistrate has adjourned the case until 23rd May 2025. Zakka faces charges related to the alleged forgery of his First School Leaving Certificates, submitted to the […]

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61 h. ago Oyo: Herders ordered out of farm settlements to protect crops

From Oluseye Ojo, Ibadan The Oyo State government has directed herders to vacate all farm settlements to prevent crop destruction, as announced by Justice Aderonke Aderemi (retd), Chairperson of the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), in a press statement on Thursday. OYRLEA, established by Governor Seyi Makinde in April 2024 and inaugurated […] The post Oyo: Herders ordered out of farm settlements to protect crops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Defections: Saraki Blasts Okowa, Says No Cause For Alarm, PDP Undergoing Rebirth

Former Senate President and National Leader of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Bukola Saraki, has reacted to the latest wave of defections in the Delta State chapter of the PDP, saying those who wanted to leave the party should leave and allow others to rebuild it. Saraki, a former governor of Kwara State […]

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62 h. ago No Leadership Change In LP, Supreme Court Didn’t Sack Me – Abure

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has made it clear that his position remains intact, contrary to claims suggesting he has been removed. Addressing the media on Thursday through the party’s spokesperson, Obiora Ifoh, in Abuja, Abure said the Supreme Court ruling did not strip him of his role or invalidate his […] The post No Leadership Change In LP, Supreme Court Didn’t Sack Me – Abure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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63 h. ago VeryDarkMan Mocks Ashmusy For Pleading For His Help, Vows To Assist Her Recover N33m From Scammer

Social media activist VeryDarkMan has reacted to a surprising plea from influencer Ashmusy, who recently reached out to him for help in retrieving N33 million allegedly scammed from her. Despite their history of online clashes, with their most recent fallout occurring in July 2024 when VeryDarkMan accused her of a €73 scam, Ashmusy reportedly slid […] The post VeryDarkMan Mocks Ashmusy For Pleading For His Help, Vows To Assist Her Recover N33m From Scammer appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Reintegrated Boko Haram repentants no longer a threat – Sokoto govt

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Colonel Ahmed Usman (retd), Special Adviser on Security to the Sokoto State governor, has assured the public that 390 former Boko Haram fighters who completed the federal government’s Deradicalisation, Rehabilitation, and Reintegration (DRR) programme are no longer a security threat. Speaking in Sokoto on Thursday, Usman urged the state government to […] The post Reintegrated Boko Haram repentants no longer a threat – Sokoto govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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