48 m. ago NDIC begins payment of N46.6bn liquidation dividends to heritage bank depositors

Soothing news came the way of anxious depositors affected by the closure of Heritage Bank as the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) said it has commenced the payment of N46.6 billion as the first tranche of liquidation dividends. The payment, which began on Friday, April 25, 2025, is targeted at depositors whose balances exceeded the […] The post NDIC begins payment of N46.6bn liquidation dividends to heritage bank depositors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago NLC disowns circular on Edo May Day celebration, warns workers against intimidation

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has disowned a circular purportedly issued by an “Acting State Secretary” of its Edo State Council, describing it as “duplicitous and unauthorized” and warning workers to disregard the directive to attend a government-organized parade on May 1st, 2025. In a statement issued yesterday, and signed by the […] The post NLC disowns circular on Edo May Day celebration, warns workers against intimidation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Headies 2025: Funke Akindele’s Movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Wins ‘Sound Track Of The Year’ Award

By Nafisat Abdulrahman A movie titled ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ by popular Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has won the category of ‘Sountrack of the Year’ in the 17th Headies Awards held in Lagos on Sunday night. Other nominations for the category included ‘Eledumare’ by Teledalese, ‘Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre’, ‘Lose to Gain’ by Kaline, […]

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3 h. ago Leave PDP Ways, Embrace The APC Vision – Nwoko To Oborevwori

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State to leave behind old political habits following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). While Nwoko welcomed Oborevwori’s move in a press statement on Sunday, he cautioned that the governor should avoid bringing practices […] The post Leave PDP Ways, Embrace The APC Vision – Nwoko To Oborevwori appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Falana, Others Raise Alarm Over Threats To Gani Fawehinmi’s Family

Human rights activists, including prominent figures such as Femi Falana, Lanre Arogundade, and Edetaen Ojo, have raised alarms over threats directed at the family of the late human rights lawyer, Gani Fawehinmi. Their concern stems from the construction of a four-storey hotel situated dangerously close to the boundary of the Fawehinmi residence in Ikeja GRA, […] The post Falana, Others Raise Alarm Over Threats To Gani Fawehinmi’s Family appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries

The Kano State Government has uncovered payroll anomalies, revealing 240 employees receiving double salaries and 217 with duplicate Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs). These issues were discovered during a verification exercise that also led to the suspension of salaries for over 2,000 civil servants who failed to attend the process. Secretary to the Kano State Government, […] The post Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Entertainment Makes It Hard” — Falz On His Search For Genuine Love

Popular Nigerian rapper, Falz, has opened up about his relationship status, sharing insights into why he remains single. During a recent conversation with media personality Chude Jideonwo, shared on Facebook on Sunday, Falz admitted that he has yet to find someone who genuinely loves him. He explained that balancing a stable home life with a […] The post “Entertainment Makes It Hard” — Falz On His Search For Genuine Love appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions After Beating Tottenham

Liverpool have been crowned Premier League champions, equalling Manchester United’s record of 20 top-flight titles. The Reds clinched the title in style at a jubilant Anfield with a thumping 5-1 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Arne Slot’s side have led from the front in the Dutchman’s first season in England, losing just twice in 34 […] The post Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions After Beating Tottenham appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Osimhen Scores 22nd League Goal, Provides Assist In Galatasaray’s Win At Eyupspor

Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, scored and also provided an assist as Galatasaray defeated Eyupspor 5-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on Sunday. Osimhen has now taken his league goals to 22 and has five assists in 26 appearances in the Turkish topflight. The 26 years old has scored 31 goals with six assists in […] The post Osimhen Scores 22nd League Goal, Provides Assist In Galatasaray’s Win At Eyupspor appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago South West PDP Forum Rejects Interim National Secretary, Backs Anyanwu

The South West Stakeholders Forum of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed that Senator Samuel Anyanwu remains the authentic National Secretary of the party, following a recent Supreme Court ruling on the contested position. The group, led by Alhaji Kola Ajayi, issued a statement on Sunday strongly supporting Anyanwu’s claim to the role, dismissing […] The post South West PDP Forum Rejects Interim National Secretary, Backs Anyanwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Don’t Blame Me For Your Incompetence” – Tinubu To Oppositions, Denies Authoritarianism Claims Amid Defections To APC

President Bola Tinubu has responded to criticisms from opposition factions regarding the growing trend of political defections, asserting that their failure to manage party affairs should not be blamed on his administration. He emphasised that party-switching is not a phenomenon unique to Nigeria, pointing to numerous examples from established democracies where politicians frequently change affiliations. […] The post “Don’t Blame Me For Your Incompetence” – Tinubu To Oppositions, Denies Authoritarianism Claims Amid Defections To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Headies 2025: Music Promoter Don Jazzy’s Father, Collins Ajereh, Dazzles In Tuxedo

Collins Enebeli Ajereh, father of renowned music promoter and Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy, turned heads with his stylish appearance at the ongoing 17th edition of the Headies Awards in Lagos on Sunday night. Dressed in a classic blue tuxedo, Ajereh brought an air of elegance and sophistication to the prestigious event, drawing admiration from […]

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5 h. ago UTME: NANS condemns early morning schedule, demands urgent review

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has strongly condemned the scheduling of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), describing it as “insensitive”. This is contained in a Sunday statement jointly signed by NANS President, Comrade Olushola Oladoja and Public Relations Officer (PRO), Samson […] The post UTME: NANS condemns early morning schedule, demands urgent review appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago APC Condemns VeryDarkMan’s Comments On Akpabio’s Rome Trip, Demands Apology

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has demanded that social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, issue an apology within seven days for what it called disparaging remarks against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. VeryDarkMan, in a trending video, criticised the Senate President for travelling to Rome despite the ongoing insecurity in the country. […] The post APC Condemns VeryDarkMan’s Comments On Akpabio’s Rome Trip, Demands Apology appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago JAMB reschedules exams for candidates affected by system errors

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has indicated willingness to reschedule examinations for candidates who were genuinely affected by read more JAMB reschedules exams for candidates affected by system errors

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7 h. ago Two Children Killed As Measles Outbreak Hits Kaduna Community

At least two children have died, following a measles outbreak in Unguwar Kanawa community, located in Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that misconceptions surrounding immunisation, responsible for the outbreak in the village. Speaking with newsmen on Sunday, Head of Unguwar Kanawa, Nasiru Yunusa, said that two children from the same family […] The post Two Children Killed As Measles Outbreak Hits Kaduna Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Hojlund Rescues Man Utd Draw After Controversial Bournemouth Red Card

Rasmus Hojlund scored a 96th-minute equaliser as Man United hit back to hold 10-man Bournemouth to a 1-1 draw on Sunday. Antoine Semenyo’s fierce strike gave the Cherries a deserved lead midway through the first half, while Evanilson was sent off with 20 minutes to pla. United cranked up the pressure and finally broke through […] The post Hojlund Rescues Man Utd Draw After Controversial Bournemouth Red Card appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Tinubu’s Government Trying To Suppress Critics – Usman Yusuf

Usman Yusuf, the former executive secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of attempting to suppress dissent and silence critics. Speaking to newsmen on Saturday, Yusuf alleged that his detention earlier this year was part of a larger effort to intimidate opposition voices. Yusuf, who was charged with […] The post Tinubu’s Government Trying To Suppress Critics – Usman Yusuf appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Katsina Police Rescue 10 Kidnapped Victims, Arrest Notorious Criminal

Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have rescued ten victims, said to have been kidnapped by bandits along Funtua-Gusau highway in the state. This was disclosed by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Sunday. Adejobi noted that the effort underscore Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to combat crime and ensure the […] The post Katsina Police Rescue 10 Kidnapped Victims, Arrest Notorious Criminal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Delta Police Neutralize Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK

No fewer than five suspected kidnappers terrorizing Ubulu-Uku, Issele-Uku, Issele-Asagba have been neutralized by operatives of Delta State Police Command. In a statement on Sunday by the Command’s Spokesman, Bright Edafe, disclosed that security agents stormed one of their hideouts in Agu-Amawbia forest, where they recovered one Ak-47 rifle, and 132 rounds of live ammunition. […] The post Delta Police Neutralize Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK-47 Rifles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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