1 hour ago Jigawa Lawmaker Auyo Not Sponsoring Motions, Bills Over Poor Attendance – Rep Agbese

The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has dismissed allegations that lawmakers were paid between ₦1 million and ₦3 million to present motions, bills or petitions in the chamber, linking the claims to a colleague’s poor attendance record and mental health struggles. Agbese, in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday, described […]

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3 h. ago ICT TROPHY: Justifying Governor Alia’s Award As “North Central Governor Of The Year By PDM”

When the Progressive Digital Media Summit, under the auspices of the Special Assistant to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Social Media, Hon. Dada Olusegun, named His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, as the “North-Central Governor of the Year in ICT”, and presented the […]

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3 h. ago International Youth Day: Alia Hails Benue Youths, Awards Scholarships

The usually serene School of Nursing Auditorium at Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, came alive with colour, music, and energy on Tuesday as hundreds of enthusiastic young people gathered to celebrate International Youth Day 2025. Observed globally every August 12 since its recognition by the United Nations in 2000, the occasion became a rallying point […]

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4 h. ago Beyond The Table: My Journey To Academic Excellence – Para Table Tennis Star

In a world where even the simplest path to education can be filled with hurdles, Bilikis Abolore Abdulkadir’s journey reads like a testament to the power of resilience and grit. An award-winning para table tennis athlete, disability rights advocate, and now a proud graduate of Accounting from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abolore’s […]

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6 h. ago EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate has arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State. In a statement posted on X.com on Friday, the EFCC stated that a pump-action rifle and live cartridges were found in possession of one of the suspects. The statement partly read, “Their arrest on Friday, August 15, […] The post EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump-Action Rifle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago World’s ‘most favourite destination’ targets 40 million foreign visitors in 2025

Japan, named the world’s “most favourite destination” in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, is on track to read more World’s ‘most favourite destination’ targets 40 million foreign visitors in 2025

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16 h. ago Reps Deny Receiving Bribes To Sponsor Motions, Bills, Petitions

The House of Representatives has debunked claims by one of its members, Hon. Ibrahim Usman Auyo that lawmakers receive payments to sponsor motions, bills and petitions. Auyo who represents Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, in a viral video alleged that lawmakers were receiving between N1 million and N3 million before […]

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16 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents 

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government yesterday vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refused to adhere to the usage of life jackets, which are responsible for recurring water accidents. The Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, who led a high delegation to Guni in Munya Local Government area to […] The post Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe   The residents of Wuro Funawo in Tumfure community of Akko Local Government Area (LGA) in Gombe State, have commended the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for its prompt intervention in resolving a protracted power outage that had crippled the community.   The appreciation came in the wake of a swift […] The post Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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29 h. ago Unlocking Africa’s supply chain power: How Nigeria can lead the next continental logistics revolution

Africa’s economy no longer lives in the future tense. With AfCFTA connecting a 1.3-billion-person market, the question before us is read more Unlocking Africa’s supply chain power: How Nigeria can lead the next continental logistics revolution

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30 h. ago Power, profits, and pitfalls: Managing disputes in Nigerian energy transactions

Introduction: As reform efforts intensify within Nigeria’s energy sector and divestments continue, especially in the hydrocarbons subsector—many involving foreign entities read more Power, profits, and pitfalls: Managing disputes in Nigerian energy transactions

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33 h. ago Why we focus on skills, moral values – Clema Bedrock School boss, Adeniran

Proprietor of Clema Bedrock School, Isheri-Oshun, Lagos, Clement Adeniran, has said the school’s commitment to skill acquisition and godly values is aimed at raising well-rounded pupils who would meet international standards and make positive contributions to society. Speaking at the school’s End-of-Session and Awards Ceremony, Adeniran said academic brilliance alone is not enough to prepare […] The post Why we focus on skills, moral values – Clema Bedrock School boss, Adeniran appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago After Accident, Gov Radda Embarks On Medical Leave, Transmits Power To Deputy

Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda will begin a three-week medical leave on Monday, August 18, 2025, following an accident that required medical attention. In a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information, Bala Salisu Zango, yesterday, the governor thanked the people of Katsina for their prayers, support and understanding during this period. “Taking […]

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36 h. ago Nigeria squandered $25bn on subsidies in 2022 – Interior Minister

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government has disclosed that in 2022, a year before President Bola Tinubu took over power, Nigeria spent $25 billion in subsidies. While the country spent about $10 billion on foreign subsidies, it also spent about $15 billion on forex subsidies. But,  the country was spending less than $10 billion […] The post Nigeria squandered $25bn on subsidies in 2022 – Interior Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago My Ideal Man Must Have Private Jet, Yacht, No Baby Mama – Tiwa Savage

Award-winning Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has shared that she has set high standards for her next romantic partner, joking that her particular requirements could be why she’s “still single.” In a recent Apple Music 1 interview, posted X on Thursday, the singer discussed her 2023 hit ‘Somebody’s Son’ and shared the traits she looks for […] The post My Ideal Man Must Have Private Jet, Yacht, No Baby Mama – Tiwa Savage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago “Electricity, Water Are Supposed To Be Free, Yet They Charge Us Crazily” — Monalisa Chinda Laments

Nollywood actress Monalisa Chinda has voiced her frustration over the escalating prices of essential utilities, especially electricity and water. Sharing a post on Instagram on Wednesday, Chinda highlighted how these basic resources, naturally provided, have become exorbitantly expensive, placing an added burden on Nigerians. She expressed deep concern for those living below the poverty line, […] The post “Electricity, Water Are Supposed To Be Free, Yet They Charge Us Crazily” — Monalisa Chinda Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago ‘Claim Of N3m Bribe For Bill, Motion, Petition Presentations Baseless, Irresponsible’, Reps Tackle Jigawa Lawmaker

The House of Representatives has described as baseless and highly irresponsible, claims by the member representing Hadejia, Auyo, Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the House, Ibrahim Usman Auyo, that lawmakers were receiving between N1 million and N3 million before accepting to present motions, bills, or petitions on behalf of Nigerians during plenary […]

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44 h. ago National Assembly Members ‘Receive Money’ To Sponsor Motions, Bills, Petitions

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibrahim Usman Auyo, representing Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, has alleged that federal lawmakers undertake sponsorship of Motions and Bills in the House as ‘contract jobs’. The lawmaker specifically claimed that his colleagues get between ₦1million and ₦3million to agree to sponsor […]

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