8 h. ago Sean Kingston Sentenced To Three And Half Years In Prison Over $1m Fraud Scheme

Jamaican-American singer Sean Kingston has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison for his role in a $1 million fraud scheme involving luxury goods. Kingston, born Kisean Paul Anderson, was convicted in March alongside his mother, Janice Eleanor Turner, on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and four counts of wire […] The post Sean Kingston Sentenced To Three And Half Years In Prison Over $1m Fraud Scheme appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

12 h. ago In two minutes thieves grab $2m of gold and diamond in Seatle, US heist

Smash-and-grab thieves in Seattle made off with an estimated $2 million in diamonds, luxury watches, gold and other items. read more In two minutes thieves grab $2m of gold and diamond in Seatle, US heist

Politics

13 h. ago Ubi Franklin Debunks Rumours Of ‘Stealing Watch’ At Davido’s Wedding

Music executive and talent manager Ubi Franklin has shut down rumours claiming he stole a luxury wristwatch during Davido and Chioma Adeleke’s lavish wedding in Miami. A blog had alleged that Ubi left the event with a watch belonging to someone else. Reacting on X, the 39-year-old said the story was completely false and misleading. […]

Politics

14 h. ago Unlocking the TECNO Spark 40 Series: 5 Reasons to Elevate Your Tech Game

Dive into a world of surprises with the TECNO Spark 40 Series—a blend of style, performance, and affordability that defies expectations. If you’ve grown weary of compromises in budget phones, the Spark 40 Series is your gateway to stepping up without breaking the bank. Here are five hidden gems that set the Spark 40 Series […] The post Unlocking the TECNO Spark 40 Series: 5 Reasons to Elevate Your Tech Game appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

16 h. ago Tech Leaders Offer Support To Nigeria’s $1trn GDP Target Through Digital Economy

Global tech leaders, including IBM, Meta, and MTN, have joined forces with GITEX Nigeria 2025 to drive tech opportunities that contribute to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s $1 trillion gross domestic product(GDP) economic target through the digital economy. Nigeria has risen to the forefront of Africa’s digital economy with a powerful ecosystem that is both homegrown […]

Politics

16 h. ago Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Christian organisation has appealed to the Federal Government to maintain Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic ties with Israel, describing the partnership as vital for national development, security, and global peace. The Christians United for Israel Prayer Outreach, Nigeria, made the appeal in response to recent calls for the suspension of relations […] The post Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

18 h. ago Failing the future: Nigeria’s human capital crisis starts in classroom

A persistent crisis in foundational education is undermining Nigeria’s ambition to compete in a knowledge-driven global economy. As the country’s read more Failing the future: Nigeria’s human capital crisis starts in classroom

Politics

18 h. ago Peter Prance on style, legacy, and the global rise of African fashion

In a fashion world where styles change overnight, Peter Prance, founder and creative director of P-Prance Klodin has carved out read more Peter Prance on style, legacy, and the global rise of African fashion

Politics

19 h. ago IyeOgé: Blending AI and African luxury fashion for global stage

This September, the African luxury fashion market takes a historic leap with the launch of IyeOgé, the continent’s first AI-integrated read more IyeOgé: Blending AI and African luxury fashion for global stage

Politics

19 h. ago Empowering Creativity: Meta AI tools bring African heritage to life in fashion

Meta, in partnership with Nigerian designer Ifeanyi Nwune’s I.N. Official, unveiled Transcendence — the first-ever AI-powered fashion collection — at read more Empowering Creativity: Meta AI tools bring African heritage to life in fashion

Politics

19 h. ago Refab Africa moves to cut textile waste, drive circular fashion, green jobs

Refab Africa, an initiative aimed at tackling textile waste has launched a mobile cloth bank to promote circular fashion, reduce read more Refab Africa moves to cut textile waste, drive circular fashion, green jobs

Politics

20 h. ago Group Apologises To Jonathan Over Boko Haram Sponsorship Lies

North-East group under the auspices of “Bring Back Our Goodluck” has tendered apologies to former President Goodluck Jonathan over what they described as damaging narrative of sponsoring Boko Haram terrorists used in removing him from office in 2015. The group promised to stage a one-million-man match to the former president’s country home in Bayelsa to […]

Politics

20 h. ago New Horizons, eHealth Africa, Donate Vaccine Carriers For Immunisation In Borno

New Horizons Global Health Labs, in collaboration with eHealth Africa, has donated state-of-the-art Indigo Vaccine Carriers to the Borno State Primary Health Care Development Board (BoSPHCDB) to enhance vaccine delivery in remote and hard-to-reach communities. The commissioning ceremony held in Maiduguri, brought together state leaders, donor representatives, technical partners, and frontline health workers to witness […]

Politics

22 h. ago Italian tourism spending to reach €60bn as global tourism leaders head to Rome

By Okorie Uguru Travel and tourism in Italy is poised for a record-breaking year, with international visitor spending forecast to hit an all-time high of €60.4bn in 2025, according to new data from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). After a strong recovery from the pandemic, Italy is racing ahead, cementing its place as […] The post Italian tourism spending to reach €60bn as global tourism leaders head to Rome appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

27 h. ago Nigeria’s FDI declines amidst Tinubu’s gallivanting, uncoordinated reforms – Obi

By Chinelo Obogo Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has said that Nigeria’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has continued to decline despite multiple trips abroad by President Bola Tinubu. Obi who posted on his verified X handle stated that while the President, Ministers, and other government officials continue their “global gallivanting” in search […] The post Nigeria’s FDI declines amidst Tinubu’s gallivanting, uncoordinated reforms – Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

27 h. ago Rescued Nigerian workers reveal ordeal of sexual abuse by Chinese employers in CAR

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Tears flowed and emotions ran high as 12 Nigerian men, recently rescued from the Central African Republic (CAR), recounted harrowing tales of sexual abuse and maltreatment suffered at the hands of their Chinese employers. The men, who had been stranded for months as employees of a Chinese mining company, described their […] The post Rescued Nigerian workers reveal ordeal of sexual abuse by Chinese employers in CAR appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

28 h. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has appointed a Chinese national, Li Zhensheng, as the Economic Adviser to the state government. The appointment was formally announced on Thursday during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Bauchi State Government and the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, held in Bauchi. According to Governor […] The post Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

28 h. ago D’Tigress Makes History As Only African Team Ranked In FIBA Top 10

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has achieved a historic milestone by rising to 8th position in the latest Fédération Internationale de Basketball (FIBA) Women’s World Rankings. The announcement was made on Thursday, following the team’s outstanding performance at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan. This leap from 11th to 8th place, with 640.1 points, […] The post D’Tigress Makes History As Only African Team Ranked In FIBA Top 10 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

29 h. ago Reclaiming Africa’s Medical Tourism Legacy: A New Era Of Healthcare Excellence

Nigeria was a prime medical tourism hub in the 1960s. It is hard to believe but no less true. The destination, usually for both the rich and even royalty, was the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan. But so much has changed since then. Every year, countless Nigerians and other African elite travel to Europe, India and Saudi […]

Politics

31 h. ago LeapSchool Develops Nigerian Youth Capacity For Future Of Work

Over 1,000 secondary and tertiary education students are currently receiving technological training from LeapSchool to equip them with the modern skills to thrive in today’s competitive global marketplace. LeapSchool, a subsidiary of CareerLeap Africa, is providing bold, future-focused solution — equipping Nigerian youth with world-class tech and business skills that open doors to job opportunities, […]

Politics