19 h. ago Jigawa Collaborates With UNICEF To Immunise 1.6m Children Against Polio

The Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has concluded arrangements to launch a special immunisation campaign against polio, targeting over 1.6 million children in the state. This was disclosed by  Mr. Shehu  Ibrahim, Immunisation Project Manager, Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Agency, during a media dialogue held at Tahir Hotel, […]

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20 h. ago Atiku Should Focus on Grooming Future Leaders — Gombe PDP Group

A political youth movement in Gombe State under the banner of Concerned PDP Youth has called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to take a backseat in active politics and instead take on a mentorship role within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). During a press conference held in Gombe on Thursday, the group’s chairman, Jamilu […] The post Atiku Should Focus on Grooming Future Leaders — Gombe PDP Group appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Fire Guts Popular TikToker’s Shop Hours After Demolition In Kano

A mysterious fire has razed the shop of popular TikTok star Rahama Sa’idu, just hours after officials of the Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA) demolished the front shed of the building during an operation to clear structures encroaching on public pathways along UDB Road in Kano. The incident, which occurred late Thursday […]

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27 h. ago Uzodimma symbol of Nigeria’s unity, good governance, says Shettima

The Vice President, Alhaji Kashim Shettima, has described the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as a symbol of Nigeria’s unity. He also commended the governor for “working assiduously hard to redefine the concept of good governance.” Shettima spoke at the State House, Abuja, where, in a rare appreciation of Uzodimma’s role in forging national unity […] The post Uzodimma symbol of Nigeria’s unity, good governance, says Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Nigerian gender advocate Omowumi Ogunrotimi named 2025 Global Citizen Prize winner

Nigerian lawyer and gender advocate Omowumi Ogunrotimi has been honoured as one of the recipients of the prestigious 2025 Global read more Nigerian gender advocate Omowumi Ogunrotimi named 2025 Global Citizen Prize winner

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32 h. ago Rivers: Falana demands sack of Sole Administrator for flouting presidential order

By John Ogunsemore Popular human rights lawyer, Femi Falana SAN said the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas has run afoul of constitutional procedure and flouted President Bola Tinubu’s directives and should be removed. Falana stated this in a statement released on Thursday. The president appointed Ibas, a former Chief of Naval Staff, as […] The post Rivers: Falana demands sack of Sole Administrator for flouting presidential order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Court Clears Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Of Armed Robbery Charge

A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court on Thursday struck out an armed robbery charge filed against 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. The Magistrate, Adetola Olorunfemi freed Quadri following the legal advice […]

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35 h. ago VIDEO: Chinese seen giving policemen money in viral video denies bribery allegation, apologises

A Chinese national featured in a widely circulated video showing an interaction with Nigerian Mobile Police (MOPOL) officers in Kaduna has issued an official statement clarifying the incident and offering an apology for the misunderstanding it sparked online. The video, which quickly went viral across social media platforms, appeared to show a group of Chinese Read More

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40 h. ago Lawyer Clears Name, Denies Role in Mohbad’s GoFundMe Campaign

The legal representative who once represented the family of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, Mr. Taiwo Odumosu, has distanced himself from the GoFundMe campaign set up to support an investigation into the singer’s death. In a statement sent to PUNCH Metro on Wednesday, Odumosu clarified that he had no involvement in any […] The post Lawyer Clears Name, Denies Role in Mohbad’s GoFundMe Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Insecurity: Zamfara Elders Berate Gov Lawal For ‘Hijacking’ Federal Gov’t Credit

The Zamfara State Elders Forum has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for attempting to take credit for recent security improvements in the North-West, accusing him of political opportunism and failing to deliver on his campaign promises. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Zamfara Elders Forum, through its secretary, Dr Alhaji Umaru Yusuf Tsafe, described the […]

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41 h. ago Insights From Industry Experts: How Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Can Drive Economic Growth, Emphasizing The Role of International Partnerships and Content Export

The entertainment sector can be a significant driving factor behind a country’s economic growth. People enjoy watching content, having movie read more Insights From Industry Experts: How Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Can Drive Economic Growth, Emphasizing The Role of International Partnerships and Content Export

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41 h. ago Lege Miami under fire for calling women with phone passwords prostitutes

Actor and self-proclaimed relationship adviser, Adams Kehinde, popularly known as Lege Miami, has come under fire after saying that married women who use passwords on their phones are like “prostitutes” and should leave their homes. In a video he posted on his Instagram handle on Tuesday which went viral on Wednesday, Lege made it clear Read More

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42 h. ago Zamfara clears N1bn KEDCO debt, expands electrification agency’s mandate

The Zamfara Government has settled a debt of N1 billion owed to the Kaduna Electric Distribution Company. The government also expanded the mandates of the newly established Zamfara Electrification Agency to include improving power supply to unserved and underserved communities in the state. The pioneer Executive Secretary of ZEA, Muzammil Idris, disclosed this in an Read More

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44 h. ago Champions League: Courtois slams Real Madrid teammates after defeat to Arsenal

By Seyi Babalola Thibaut Courtois, Real Madrid’s goalkeeper, has criticised his teammates following their 2-1 loss to Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-final second leg. Los Blancos came into the game on Wednesday night trailing 3-0. In the 13th minute, Courtois denied Bukayo Saka from the penalty spot, stopping him from extending the Gunners’ lead. […] The post Champions League: Courtois slams Real Madrid teammates after defeat to Arsenal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Terrorism: Simon Ekpa appoints new lawyer ahead of June trial

Finland-based Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa, has appointed a new legal representative ahead of his June 2025 trial in Finland. The new legal representative was identified as Kaarle Gummerus. According to BBC Pidgin, the embattled Biafra agitator recently changed his legal counsel due to the retirement of his former lawyer. His new legal representative, Kaarle Gummerus, […] The post Terrorism: Simon Ekpa appoints new lawyer ahead of June trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Rwanda’s envoy urges African youths to lead campaign against hate speech 

The Rwanda High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Christophe Bazivamo, has urged African youths to take the lead in the campaign against hate speech and other stereotypes capable of breeding disunity and causing disaffection in the continent. Bazivamo made this call on Wednesday while speaking at the 31st commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi Read More

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60 h. ago Yahaya Bello demands Natasha’s arrest over alleged defamation

Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, seeking the arrest of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over alleged defamatory statements. Bello, who spoke through the petition signed by his lawyer, N. A. Abubakar, urged the police to summon Akpoti-Uduaghan to substantiate her allegations against him with credible evidence. He […] The post Yahaya Bello demands Natasha’s arrest over alleged defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa

Human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has called on Nigerian Bar Association to refund the N300 million received from Rivers State Government as support for its Annual General Conference. In a statement on Tuesday, Adegboruwa expressed dismay over the development that the state government, under suspended Governor, Sim Fubara disbursed a large sum to the NBA. […] The post “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Biafra Agitator Simon Ekpa Gets New Lawyer Ahead June Trial In Finland

Controversial pro-Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa, has appointed a new legal representative for his trial in Finland, which is scheduled for June 2025. BBC Pidgin disclosed that Ekpa changed his lawyer because the previous one had “retired from service”. Ekpa’s new lawyer, Kaarle Gummerus, said he had received his client’s pre-trial file and is “currently checking […]

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64 h. ago INEC chair urges African youths to promote peaceful elections

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has urged African youths to play an active role in ensuring peaceful and credible elections across the continent. Yakubu made this call on Tuesday during a lecture at the Civil Service University in The Gambia, according to a statement by the commission on Wednesday. Read More

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