44 m. ago Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim

By Phillip Nwosu Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and senior advocate, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, has issued a second formal demand to the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, urging her to retract sexual harassment allegations she made against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. At a press briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, […] The post Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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91 m. ago IGP pledges international collaboration to fight transnational crime

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to inter-agency and international cooperation in combating transnational crime. Egbetokun made this pledge during a meeting with Lord David Hanson, UK Minister of State for Home Affairs, at the Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja, on Tuesday. […] The post IGP pledges international collaboration to fight transnational crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Shallipopi Drags Headies Organisers After Receiving Handshake In Place Of Award, Vows Not To Attend Event In Future

Nigerian singer Shallipopi has expressed his frustration with the Headies, accusing them of failing to present him with the physical award for the category he won. The 17th edition of the esteemed award ceremony was hosted on Sunday at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. Shallipopi took home the ‘Best Rap Single’ award for his […] The post Shallipopi Drags Headies Organisers After Receiving Handshake In Place Of Award, Vows Not To Attend Event In Future appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E

By John Ogunsemore Activist, Martins Otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to provide an update in the naira abuse case against the children of billionaire businessman, Chief Rasaq Okoya. VeryDarkMan made the call in a video shared on Facebook on Tuesday following reports of EFCC’s arrest of […] The post Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E-Money’s arrest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NNPC Limited Concludes ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ with Exciting Grand Finale in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria – April 23, 2025 – The much-anticipated grand finale of NNPC Limited’s ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ read more NNPC Limited Concludes ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ with Exciting Grand Finale in Lagos

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6 h. ago Salute to Lt. Col. Anele, an amazon redefining Nigerian Army narratives

By Kalu Okoronkwo To the girl child whose hopes and aspirations appear to be muscled in a male dominated world, the elevation of Lt. Col. Onyechi Appolonia Anele as the first female Nigerian Army Spokesperson is a great  feat worthy of celebration . It is also an inspiration to every young lady out there that […] The post Salute to Lt. Col. Anele, an amazon redefining Nigerian Army narratives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago WHO Raises The Alarm Over Burden Of Child Killer Diseases In Africa

The World Health Organisation (WHO) country Representative in Nigeria, Dr. Walter Molumbo, has called on the government at all levels to strengthen the Primary Health care delivery system for effective treatment against child killer diseases, especially Poliomyelitis and Malaria infections. He said Malaria remains a public Health Burden that can be adequately addressed at the […]

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9 h. ago Nigeria’s Digital Pioneers Set For Spotlight As 50MVPs Awards Return In 2025

Nigeria’s digital economy will take center stage as the prestigious ’50 Most Valuable Personalities’ (50MVPs) in Nigeria’s Digital Economy event unfolds in Lagos. Spearheaded by Knowhow Media, publishers of IT Edge News.Africa, the gathering, which will take place on May 22, 2025, will honour the architects of Nigeria’s ongoing digital transformation—visionaries, innovators, and policy drivers […]

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9 h. ago Murder: Why I didn’t report Ataga’s death to police – Chidinma

By John Ogunsemore Chidinma Ojukwu, the prime suspect in the murder of CEO of Super TV, Michael Ataga, on Monday told a Lagos State High Court that she did not report the incident to the police because she feared being wrongly accused of killing him. Chidinma, a 300-level student of the University of Lagos, is […] The post Murder: Why I didn’t report Ataga’s death to police – Chidinma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Osinachi: Delta PPRO urges partners suffering domestic violence to flee

By John Ogunsemore Following the death sentence passed on late singer Osinachi’s husband, Peter Nwachukwu, police spokesman in Delta State, SP Bright Edafe has advised against tolerating domestic violence in marriage. Daily Sun reports that Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme of the FCT High Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, on Monday found Osinachi’s husband guilty […] The post Osinachi: Delta PPRO urges partners suffering domestic violence to flee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria currently stands at an economic crossroad and this is due to the recent downgrade of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) numbers by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The global organisation in its biannual World Economic Outlook (WEO) report titled “A Critical Juncture amid Policy Shifts”, lowered the 2025 growth forecasts […] The post IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs

By Uche Usim As global trade disputes necessitate strategic shifts in business models, the Minister of Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has laid out a comprehensive roadmap aimed at driving the nation’s economic growth through enhanced productivity, competitiveness and strategic collaborations with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). She stated this in Lagos on Monday […] The post Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Relief as Shomolu LGA, Inspire Lagos slash food prices by 50%

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu With Nigeria’s economy under the strain of soaring inflation, many families have found their budgets stretched to breaking point. Basic food items that were once affordable have become out of reach for the average household. Determined to rewrite this narrative, the Convener of the Inspire Lagos Food Market, Abiola Adebajo, in partnership […] The post Relief as Shomolu LGA, Inspire Lagos slash food prices by 50% appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NCAA to sanction unlicensed airports, airstrips from January 2026

•Considers review of N30m permit fee   By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that, starting January 1, 2026, all local airports and airstrips operating without valid permits will be sanctioned. The declaration was made during the inaugural Airstrip Owners/Operators Stakeholders Engagement, held in Lagos on Monday. The Director of Aerodrome […] The post NCAA to sanction unlicensed airports, airstrips from January 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more

Guinness Nigeria Plc, a leading beverage alcohol company, is commemorating 75 bold and impactful years – a celebration of heritage, innovation and deep-rooted connection to the Nigerian people. Established in 1950 and opening its first brewery in Lagos in 1962 – the very first Guinness brewery outside Ireland and the UK – Guinness Nigeria has […] The post Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking

Operatives of Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended one Soji Inawole for allegedly using commercial motorcycle, popularly known as Okada, to traffic illicit drugs across the metropolis. It was gathered that Soji, a 40 years old, reportedly involved in transporting illegal substances such as Colorado, Indian hemp, and other narcotics. During the operation, officers discovered a […] The post Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Tinubu may sanction some Ministers over violation of procurement rules

Amidst growing abuse of the public procurement process, indications have emerged that President Bola Tinubu may bring down the sledgehammer. read more Tinubu may sanction some Ministers over violation of procurement rules

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23 h. ago Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

…Puts new threshold requests on hold …As MDAs get April 30 deadline to end 2024: procurement process Amidst growing abuse read more Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

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23 h. ago Nigerian Politicians Now Fight For Positions, Not The Masses – Bafarawa

Former Sokoto State governor, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, has criticized the current state of Nigerian politics, saying it is now dominated by selfishness rather than service to the people. Speaking during an interview with news men on Monday Bafarawa lamented that politicians are only fighting for positions instead of working for the masses. “There is no […] The post Nigerian Politicians Now Fight For Positions, Not The Masses – Bafarawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Miva Open University launches Lagos Study Centre to expand access to learning

Miva Open University has announced the official opening of its Lagos Study Centre as part of its efforts to expand read more Miva Open University launches Lagos Study Centre to expand access to learning

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