54 m. ago Police: AIG Zone 10 urges prayers for officers on rescue missions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) of Police for Zone 10, Gyogon Augustine Grimah, has called on Nigerians to pray for police officers undertaking rescue missions in Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states. Speaking during a familiarisation visit to the Police Command Headquarters in Birnin Kebbi, Grimah emphasised the need for citizens to view […] The post Police: AIG Zone 10 urges prayers for officers on rescue missions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 m. ago Abuja Lawyers Protest Emergency Rule In Rivers, Seek Donald Trump’s Intervention

Some human rights lawyers, under the aegis of Lawyers in Defence of Democracy, stormed major streets of Abuja to protest against ‘Emergency Rule’ in Rivers State. The legal portioners were spotted on Wednesday, calling on the United States and international community to pressure President Bola Tinubu over his decision to suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara and […] The post Abuja Lawyers Protest Emergency Rule In Rivers, Seek Donald Trump’s Intervention appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 m. ago CONUA petitions education minister on N50bn EAA, seeks merit

By Gabriel Dike The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has demanded that the implementation of the approved N50 billion Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) for staff unions in federal universities should be based on merit. CONUA National President Dr Niyi Sunmonu raised serious concerns about the misinterpretation and misapplication of the Earned Academic Allowance, which is […] The post CONUA petitions education minister on N50bn EAA, seeks merit-based implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Gbajabiamila urges inward focus on sustainable solutions for SDGs

Nigeria, world’s poorest people bearing brunt of lack of progress towards SDGs – Orelope-Adefulire NGF, UN pledge support From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Wednesday, called for Nigeria to prioritise internal strategies to tackle economic, social, and environmental challenges amid a shrinking global multilateral space. Speaking at […] The post Gbajabiamila urges inward focus on sustainable solutions for SDGs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago 2027: North population will determine winner of presidential election – ACF

…Says no opponent can subdue the region during election From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Rising from a meeting in Kaduna on Wednesday, the Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) categorically took a critical look at the 2027 presidential election, concluding that North has the population, land mass, and one voice to decide […] The post 2027: North population will determine winner of presidential election – ACF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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83 m. ago Nigeria Makes Strides Toward HIV Epidemic Control Amid Funding Pause

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, through the National AIDS, Viral Hepatitis and STIs Control Programme (NASCP), has reported progress in Nigeria’s fight against HIV in the first quarter of 2025. The Director and National Coordinator of NASCP, Dr. Adebobola Bashorun, noted that the developments align with the Coordinating Minister of Health’s four-point […]

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92 m. ago PSN Lagos condemns NMA’s ultimatum over consultant pharmacist cadre

By Doris Obinna The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Lagos State Branch, has strongly condemned recent declarations by the Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), labeling their communique as aggressive, hostile, and a threat to professional equity in the Nigerian healthcare system. This development follows a position paper by NMA Lagos expressing […] The post PSN Lagos condemns NMA’s ultimatum over consultant pharmacist cadre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Workers’ Day: Farah pushes for better welfare, praises workers’ role in nation

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Farah Dagogo, former House of Representatives member and 2023 Rivers State governorship aspirant, has lauded Nigerian workers for their resilience and commitment to nation-building as they mark International Workers’ Day 2025. In a statement released on Wednesday, Dagogo described workers in public and private sectors as the backbone of Nigeria’s […] The post Workers’ Day: Farah pushes for better welfare, praises workers’ role in nation-building appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Women participation in democratic processes, key to inclusion

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Active participation of women, particularly women journalists, in Nigeria’s democratic processes has been described as vital to building an inclusive and accountable society. This was the consensus at the end of a two-day workshop on “Capacity Building of Women Journalists for Participation in Democratic Processes in Nigeria,” organised by Humint Development […] The post Women participation in democratic processes, key to inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Skales Reflects On Fresh Start As Hit Song “Shake Body” Gains Global Popularity

Nigerian musician Skales is relishing a career boost as his 10-year-old hit song “Shake Body” makes a notable return to the spotlight. The unexpected resurgence of the song is attributed to Barcelona’s emerging talent, Lamine Yamal, who was filmed dancing to “Shake Body” in a viral video, sparking renewed global interest in the track. In […] The post Skales Reflects On Fresh Start As Hit Song “Shake Body” Gains Global Popularity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Appeal Court upholds Professor Ogban’s conviction for 2019 electoral fraud

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Court of Appeal in Calabar, on Wednesday, April 30, upheld the conviction of Professor Peter Ogban for electoral fraud committed during the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial election. Ogban, a professor of soil physics at the University of Calabar, was convicted in 2021 by the Akwa Ibom State High Court […] The post Appeal Court upholds Professor Ogban’s conviction for 2019 electoral fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Court convicts blogger for cyberbullying MFM founder, Dr Olukoya

By Lukman Olabiyi Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court, Lagos has convicted a blogger, Adewale Ajimisogbe, for cyberbullying and libelling the General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Dr Daniel Olukoya. Ajimisogbe pleaded guilty to the charges following a plea bargain agreement he entered into with the police. He, […] The post Court convicts blogger for cyberbullying MFM founder, Dr Olukoya appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties

Some residents of Atimbo community, located in Calabar, Cross River, have decried over rising case of falling trees during rainfalls in the state. It was gathered that a Nissan Xterra Jeep was destroyed in a recent rainfall that occurred in one of the communities. Speaking with News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, Samuel Ekpenyong, said […] The post Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos Police Nab Eight Suspected Cult Members Over Alleged Killings In Yabatech

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight suspected cult members, said to have involved in several killings within Yaba College of Technology and its environs. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin said that the arrest followed an intelligence-led operation, which took place on April 29, 2025. Hundeyin identified the suspects […] The post Lagos Police Nab Eight Suspected Cult Members Over Alleged Killings In Yabatech appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NICRAT donates cancer screening equipment, consumables to Ogun

…holds capacity building workshop for health workers in two LGAs Laide Raheem, Abeokuta As part of efforts to combat the spread of cancer disease in the country, the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) has donated basic cancer screening equipment and consumables to health facilities in Ogun State. Handing over the screening equipment […] The post NICRAT donates cancer screening equipment, consumables to Ogun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Something Needs To Be Fixed” — Small Doctor On Decline Of Fuji Music

Nigerian artist Adekunle Temitope, popularly known as Small Doctor, has voiced his concerns about the present condition of the widely loved Yoruba music genre, fuji. The singer stated that fuji music is “dying” and emphasised the need for immediate efforts to revive and sustain the genre. He noted that since the rapid rise of Remi […] The post “Something Needs To Be Fixed” — Small Doctor On Decline Of Fuji Music appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Despite 15 Years Shaping Nigerian Music, I Still Don’t Get My Flowers – Davido

Renowned singer David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has stated that he is often not given enough recognition for his contributions to the Nigerian music industry. He pointed out that even after maintaining a consistent presence in the music industry for 15 years, he still doesn’t receive the recognition he deserves. During a recent chat […] The post Despite 15 Years Shaping Nigerian Music, I Still Don’t Get My Flowers – Davido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has maintained his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) despite the recent defection of his former running mate, Ifeanyi Okowa, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move by Okowa has triggered speculations regarding Atiku’s own political future, but his camp has swiftly dismissed any notions of a defection. […] The post “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Customs Seizes N921bn Drones, Fake Drugs, Others At Lagos Port

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, announced the seizure of drones, fake, expired and unregistered pharmaceuticals at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The contraband valued at over N921 billion also includes expired food items and other controlled security equipment such as drones and walkie-talkies, among others. Details of the […]

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2 h. ago Insecurity: Northern group blows hot, charges Tinubu to legalize firearms’ use

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Piqued by the spate of insecurity, the Arewa Grassroots Leaders Assembly (AGLA), has charged President Bola Tinubu, to legalize the use of firearms, specifically for rural communities to defend themselves. It condemned the recent wave of killings in Plateau, Benue, Kaduna, Niger, and Zamfara States, lamenting that the carnage was becoming […] The post Insecurity: Northern group blows hot, charges Tinubu to legalize firearms’ use appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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