5 h. ago English Actor Russell Brand Faces Rape, Sexual Assault Charges, Refutes Allegations

English actor and comedian Russell Brand has been formally charged with rape, indecent assault, and sexual assault in connection with incidents alleged to have occurred between 1999 and 2005. According to the Metropolitan Police, an investigation into the actor began in September 2023 after several complaints were received. They also urged anyone impacted by the […] The post English Actor Russell Brand Faces Rape, Sexual Assault Charges, Refutes Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago CCTV installed on Third Mainland Bridge to prevent suicides, curb llegal sand mining – Umahi

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has revealed that closed-circuit television cameras have been installed on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, as part of broader efforts to improve safety and security. Speaking on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Friday, Umahi explained that the surveillance system was introduced not only to monitor Read More

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8 h. ago EFCC arraigns two women over illegal sale, mutilation of naira notes in Lagos

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, on Friday, arraigned two women, Folake Adeoti and Modupe read more EFCC arraigns two women over illegal sale, mutilation of naira notes in Lagos

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8 h. ago Grenade Blast In Lagos Kills Scavenger, Injures Three Others

A military-grade grenade exploded near Idi-Araba in Lagos State’s Mushin neighbourhood, killing an unidentified scavenger. According to PUNCH Online, three other persons were injured in the incident, which occurred on Thursday. Reports indicate that some scavengers at a metal scrap yard were attempting to dismantle a grenade in their possession. During the process, the device […] The post Grenade Blast In Lagos Kills Scavenger, Injures Three Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Man, 26, arraigned for allegedly stealing iPhone screens worth N4.5m

A 26-year-old man, Ogechukwu Anayo, who allegedly stole iPhone screens worth N4.5 million, on Friday appeared before an Ojo Magistrates’ Court in Lagos. Anayo is standing trial before Magistrate L.K.J Layeni, on a one-count charge of stealing. He, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge. The prosecutor, ASP Simon Uche, told the court that the […] The post Man, 26, arraigned for allegedly stealing iPhone screens worth N4.5m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG reopens Independence Bridge, Umahi frowns at unapproved road closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi apologizing for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic.. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post FG reopens Independence Bridge, Umahi frowns at unapproved road closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG Installs CCTV Cameras To Monitor Suicide Cases On Third Mainland Bridge

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has revealed Federal government’s efforts to monitor suicide cases on Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos State. The Minister, during an interview with Channels Television on Friday disclosed that closed-circuit television, also known as surveillance cameras have been installed on the popular bridge. He added that security agencies have been positioned to […] The post FG Installs CCTV Cameras To Monitor Suicide Cases On Third Mainland Bridge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago My husband begged for help but nobody cared until his death– Wife of late Nigerian boxer

The family of late Nigerian boxer, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, shares their thoughts with PETER AKINBO on his ambitions, character, and journey to Ghana How long have you been with Olanrewaju? My name is Adebusola Olanrewaju. I was with ‘Success’ for almost five years, and we were married for about two years. Our first child is Read More

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15 h. ago How Lagos hospital rejected my pregnant wife, mortuary refused her corpse – Grieving husband

A farmer, Akinbobola Folajimi, shares his painful experience with TEMITOPE ADETUNJI about how a hospital in Lagos refused to attend to his pregnant wife, who was in critical condition, because he could not immediately pay a deposit of N500,000 Where are you from? I grew up in Lagos and currently live in Lakowe, but I’m Read More

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16 h. ago Chinaza Uzo: From okpa hawker to First Class Nursing graduate

How I topped my department despite hardship, family’s financial struggles By Ojiaku Kalu and  Ekwunife Raphael Chinaza Blessing Uzo made headlines when she emerged the overall best graduate in Nursing Science at the recently held convocation of the Evangel University, Akaeze. The third child in a family of 10 – five boys and five girls, […] The post Chinaza Uzo: From okpa hawker to First Class Nursing graduate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Sportsville honours Mba, Akpata, others at 5th SV Awards ceremony

It was a night of glitz and glamour as the 2025 sportsville awards ceremony took center stage at Eko Club in Lagos on Thursday. The event which attracted several bigwigs in Nigerian sports created a unique atmosphere for camaraderie and felicitation. Twenty-two eminent personalities and corporate organisations were honored with the prestigious Sportsville Special Recognition […] The post Sportsville honours Mba, Akpata, others at 5th SV Awards ceremony appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Bridging continents with verse: Lagos, Cuba celebrate World Poetry Day

By Damiete Braide The air at Terra Kulture Theatre Arena in Lagos on March 21, 2025, was thick with rhythm, history, and poetry as the city celebrated World Poetry Day. This year’s event, themed “Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion”, was a fusion of cultures, bringing together Nigeria and Cuba in a shared […] The post Bridging continents with verse: Lagos, Cuba celebrate World Poetry Day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Umahi defends Lagos bridge closure, to probe state controller’s action

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended the controversial closure of the Independence Lagos bridge, attributing the decision to a potential safety hazard that could have led to loss of life. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV on Friday, Umahi expressed frustration with the State Controller who authorised the closure but acknowledged her Read More

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20 h. ago Sowore Calls For Patience Jonathan’s Imprisonment For Jailing Workers Six Years Without Trial Over Alleged N750m Jewelry Theft

Activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, has called for the imprisonment of former Nigerian First Lady, Patience Jonathan, in response to the recent sentencing of 15 of her domestic staff. The staff members were imprisoned for over six years due to their alleged involvement in the theft of Mrs. Jonathan’s jewelries, reportedly worth over N750 million. […] The post Sowore Calls For Patience Jonathan’s Imprisonment For Jailing Workers Six Years Without Trial Over Alleged N750m Jewelry Theft appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Man Sentenced To 84 Years In Prison For Brutal Attack On Civil Servant In Ekiti

A 33-year-old man, Oluwatuyi Bidemi, has been sentenced to 84 years in prison by an Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti for robbery, attempted murder, kidnapping, and rape. Justice Adeniyi Familoni delivered the judgment after finding him guilty on all four charges brought against him. Bidemi was initially arraigned on July 21, 2021, for […] The post Man Sentenced To 84 Years In Prison For Brutal Attack On Civil Servant In Ekiti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication

Federal Government has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State following emergency repair works. Speaking at the reopening ceremony on Friday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, said that the closure was prompted by a structural failure involving the approach slab of the bridge, which caved in due to a faulty design. Umahi noted that […] The post FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Group petitions minister over abduction, forced conversion of Christian teenager

A child rights advocacy group, Operation Save Nigerian Children, has petitioned the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, over the alleged abduction and forced conversion of a 16-year-old Christian, Miss Georgia Miracle, in Adamawa State. In the petition signed by the group’s convener, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, on Friday, the organisation called for urgent intervention, citing violations Read More

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21 h. ago Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, apologising for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Grenade Explosion Kills Scavenger, Injures 3 Others In Lagos

Pandemonium broke out Idi-Araba in Lagos State when a grenade exploded, killing one man with three other persons severely injured. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Taiwo Street, in Idi Araba community in Lagos, resulted in the instant death of a yet-to-be identified scavenger and severely injured three others. The Lagos […]

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24 h. ago Minister reopens Lagos’ Independence Bridge, promises permanent fix

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island Read More

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