71 m. ago Land Grabbing, Economic Sabotage Fuelling Plateau Insecurity – Gov Mutfwang

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has decried the rising insecurity in the state, blaming it on deliberate economic sabotage and organised land grabbing aimed at impoverishing farming communities and keeping the populace in perpetual poverty. Governor Mutfwang emphasised that insecurity in the state was not a random crisis but part of a “deliberate attempt” to […]

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73 m. ago June 12 democracy day: Symbol of power not people’s freedom – Professor Uji

Nigeria’s Democracy Day, celebrated annually on June 12, is marked by patriotic speeches and celebrations, but many critics argue that read more June 12 democracy day: Symbol of power not people’s freedom – Professor Uji

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4 h. ago What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare

Tribune Online What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare Chief Supo Shonibare is among the leaders of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) as chieftain of the pan Yoruba sociopolitical organisation Afenifere, that led the revalidation of June 12 election’s agitations. He speaks with KUNLE ODEREMI on some trying moments of the campaign and other issues. AS a leading figure in the June 12, how […] What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare Tribune Online

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4 h. ago We voted for democracy because we wanted democratic process to bring solution —Ayo Obe, ex

Tribune Online We voted for democracy because we wanted democratic process to bring solution —Ayo Obe, ex-CLO president Legal practitioner and pro-democracy and rights activist, was the president of the Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) and leaders of many other civil society groups that led the June 12 struggle. She speaks to SEGUN KASALI about her experience, role and vision of the campaigners  for equity, justice and rule of law in the country.  WHAT […] We voted for democracy because we wanted democratic process to bring solution —Ayo Obe, ex-CLO president Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Gov Otu blamed for disruption of NDDC projects commissioning in C’River

The Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has been blamed for the disruption of the commissioning of projects executed by the Federal Government in Calabar, the state capital. The incident, which happened on June 13, allegedly involved the destruction of structures prepared for the commissioning of  road projects executed by the Niger Delta Development […] The post Gov Otu blamed for disruption of NDDC projects commissioning in C’River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Investigate Deaths Of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige – Soyinka Tells Tinubu

Nobel Laureate, Professor. Wole Soyinka, has charged President Bola Tinubu to commence an immediate investigation into the deaths of key figures associated with the June 12 pro-democracy struggle. He said that this included Dele Giwa, Bola Ige, and Kudirat Abiola. Prof. Soyinka led this out on Saturday during a reflective fireside conversation with selected journalists […] The post Investigate Deaths Of Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige – Soyinka Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Trump Administration Proposes Travel Ban Extension To Nigeria, Others

United States President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the inclusion of Nigeria and 35 other countries in a new wave of travel bans and visa restrictions, a development disclosed on Saturday, June 14, 2025. According to a report by The Washington Post, the proposal stems from an internal memo signed by U.S. Secretary of State […] The post Trump Administration Proposes Travel Ban Extension To Nigeria, Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Oluremi Tinubu Commissions IDPs Resettlement Centre In Nasarawa

In a significant humanitarian gesture, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, commissioned a newly built resettlement city for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and refugees in the Yar-Kande community of Keffi, Nasarawa State. Constructed by the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), the project, named after the […] The post Oluremi Tinubu Commissions IDPs Resettlement Centre In Nasarawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tragedy In Kano As Phone Thieves Stab University Staff To Death

The academic community in Kano State has been thrown into mourning following the gruesome killing of a staff member of Northwest University, Kano, identified as Buhari Imam. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, June 11, in the Sheka Sabuwar Abuja area of Kumbotso Local Government Area. According to reports, Imam was […] The post Tragedy In Kano As Phone Thieves Stab University Staff To Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “I’ve Lost Nothing, My Actions Will Stand Test Of Time” – Fubara

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared that his political victory will eventually be restored, emphasizing that no ruler holds power permanently. Speaking during a gathering in BoSuspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared that his political victory will eventually be restored, emphasising that no ruler holds power permanently on Saturday, June 14, […] The post “I’ve Lost Nothing, My Actions Will Stand Test Of Time” – Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu  

Congratulations,  Mr. President, and happy Democracy Day.   I listened to your June 12 address to the National Assembly which was very  impressive and bold. I must thank you most sincerely for remembering the heroes and heroine of the June 12 struggle,  particularly Kudirat Abiola who died on the line of duty.       Mr. President,  […] The post Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Africa’s top brand leaders to converge at BMA inaugural alumni ceremony

Over 450 marketing and sales professionals from across Africa will gather in Lagos on 14th June for the first-ever Brand read more Africa’s top brand leaders to converge at BMA inaugural alumni ceremony

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7 h. ago Nigeria’s Financial Landscape ‘ll Witness Radical Change By 2035 — Expert

Dr. Mayowa Olusoji, a renowned author, professional speaker, financial exponentialist and global liquidity expert specialising in digital assets, has revealed that Nigeria’s financial landscape was set to transform radically by 2035. Olusoji, who spoke in an interview with journalists, said there will be mass adoption of digital currencies: Stablecoins and Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) […]

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10 h. ago Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has inducted 6,195 newly recruited soldiers to bolster its efforts against insecurity, following the Passing Out Parade (PoP) for the 88 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI) at Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, Kaduna State, on Saturday, June 14, 2025.  The recruits, who began their six-month intensive training on January 13, […] The post Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago What to know about Israel’s Iron Dome — possible reasons Iran missiles hit Tel Aviv

Tribune Online What to know about Israel’s Iron Dome — possible reasons Iran missiles hit Tel Aviv The strikes were in retaliation for Israel’s recent deep-strike operation into Iranian territory, where jets and drones were deployed against nuclear and military infrastructure. What to know about Israel’s Iron Dome — possible reasons Iran missiles hit Tel Aviv Tribune Online

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12 h. ago EFCC Arraigns SunTrust Bank MD, ED Over Alleged $12m Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Managing Director of SunTrust Bank, Halima Buba, and the Executive Director, Innocent Mbagwu, over alleged money laundering to the tune of $12 million. The two top executives were brought before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, June 14, 2025, on […] The post EFCC Arraigns SunTrust Bank MD, ED Over Alleged $12m Money Laundering appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2025 Lagos LG Elections: APC Sets June 17 For Campaign Kickoff

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced June 17 as the date for its local government election campaign flag-off, ahead of the July 12 polls. The campaign launch will take place at the party’s State Secretariat in Ogba and marks the formal presentation of candidates and symbolic handover of […] The post 2025 Lagos LG Elections: APC Sets June 17 For Campaign Kickoff appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago ADP chair Sani accuses Tinubu of fueling crisis in PDP, LP, NNPP, SDP

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The National Chairman of the Action Democratic Party (ADP), Yabagi Sani, has accused President Bola Tinubu of fuelling the crises rocking opposition parties. Tinubu, addressing a joint session of the National Assembly on Wednesday, June 11, distanced himself from the crises affecting the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), New […] The post ADP chair Sani accuses Tinubu of fueling crisis in PDP, LP, NNPP, SDP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG tasked on improved curriculum, better infrastructure in schools

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, wife of the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, has proposed quality education, an improved curriculum, and better infrastructure. Atuwatse III, who spoke at a special fundraising event for the CLT Academy building project yesterday in Abuja, stressed the need for both public and private […] The post FG tasked on improved curriculum, better infrastructure in schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago My Father Used Someone Else’s Ticket On 2012 Dana Air Flight That Claimed His Life – DJ Obi

Nigerian disc jockey Obinna Levi Ajuonuma, famously known as DJ Obi, has shared that his father was never meant to board the flight that led to his tragic death. Obi’s father, Levi Chibuike Ajuonuma, a respected figure in Nigerian broadcasting, tragically passed away in the Dana Air Flight 992 crash, which occurred on June 3, […] The post My Father Used Someone Else’s Ticket On 2012 Dana Air Flight That Claimed His Life – DJ Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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