30 m. ago NANS Threatens Action Against Corrupt University Officials Over Student Loan Mismanagement

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the federal and state governments to take decisive action against heads of tertiary institutions implicated in the mismanagement of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme. The association demanded the immediate sack of Vice Chancellors, Rectors, and Provosts found guilty of corruption or mismanagement linked […] The post NANS Threatens Action Against Corrupt University Officials Over Student Loan Mismanagement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has condemned the arrest of social media influencer Martin Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), urging greater respect for the rule of law and human rights. In a statement on X on Sunday, May 4, Obi criticised the manner of Otse’s arrest, describing […] The post Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of Edo State Police Command attached to the Oba Market Division have arrested two suspects over alleged kidnapping and robbery. The suspects were identified as Maxwell Mathew and Samuel Mathew, both from Abraka in Delta State. In a statement by the state’s Police Command’s Spokesman, Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed that the arrest is coming, […] The post Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Fame At 19 Deprived Me Of Life Experiences” – Lil Kesh On Early Stardom

Nigerian rapper and singer Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has shared his thoughts on rising to stardom at a young age, describing the experience as intense and emotionally demanding. Appearing on the Esther Show, in an episode published on X on Sunday, the “Shoki” hitmaker opened up about the pressure that came with […] The post “Fame At 19 Deprived Me Of Life Experiences” – Lil Kesh On Early Stardom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NDLEA Uncovers Drugs Concealed In Chocolate Tins, Seizes Opioids Worth N3.4bn

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized illicit drugs valued at over N3.4 billion in a series of coordinated operations across Rivers, Lagos, Kano, Kaduna, Anambra, Edo, and Niger States. A joint operation involving NDLEA, Customs, and other security agencies at the Onne Ports Complex in Port Harcourt on Saturday, led to the […] The post NDLEA Uncovers Drugs Concealed In Chocolate Tins, Seizes Opioids Worth N3.4bn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Edo NIPR raises committee to investigate, prosecute quacks, illegal practitioners

The Edo State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), has set up a committee to identify, investigate, read more Edo NIPR raises committee to investigate, prosecute quacks, illegal practitioners

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16 h. ago Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers

…Storms Katsina, says Nigeria will not bow to terror, treachery • Urges soldiers to be resolute From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian military to intensify efforts at ending terrorism and banditry, describing the current security challenges as a defining moment in Nigeria’s history. According to a statement issued by his […] The post Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Traffic gridlock: Okpebholo commences remedial works on FG Sapele

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Road users residing in the Sapele Road axis of Benin City and other surrounding areas within the Benin metropolis will soon heave a sigh of relief as Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commenced the rehabilitation of the old Sapele Road and other adjoining roads. The move is to ease […] The post Traffic gridlock: Okpebholo commences remedial works on FG Sapele-Benin road appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Africa Demands Monetary Independence As Activists Protest Against CFA Franc In Mali

On May 3, 2025, Bamako, the capital of Mali, hosted a conference of pan-Africanists, ANTI-CFA FRONT, organised by the non-governmental organisation, Urgences Panafricanistes. The event brought together activists, economists and civil society representatives opposed to the use of the CFA franc, a currency considered by many to be a symbol of neo-colonialism and an obstacle […]

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17 h. ago Workers’ pain deepens as inflation eats up 70,000 minimum wage

…Troop out en masse on May Day despite lamentation …Demand increased pay …Sokoto, Imo, Osun, 4 other states yet to read more Workers’ pain deepens as inflation eats up 70,000 minimum wage

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19 h. ago Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North

The Defence Headquarters recently revealed the arrest of two security personnel involved in aiding terrorist activities in the North-East of Nigeria. The two men, part of hybrid forces working with the military to combat insurgency, were detained during a series of operations conducted between April 26 and April 29, 2025. These operations targeted areas such […] The post Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North-East appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago DSS Arrests Activist In Edo Over Controversial Protest Plans In Support For Birkina

Popular Edo-based activist, Marxist Kola Edokpayi, is currently in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), following his attempt to organize a protest in support of Burkina Faso’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore. Edokpayi, known for his strong stance on social justice and Pan-African causes, was reportedly picked up after meeting with Edo […] The post DSS Arrests Activist In Edo Over Controversial Protest Plans In Support For Birkina-Faso Military Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested 95 suspected cult members during some operations across various parts of the state. It was gathered that the suspects were members of the notorious Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities, disturbing the peace of the state. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu, disclosed […] The post Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago World Press Freedom Day: Gov Okpebholo celebrates Edo journalists

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State government, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, joined the global community to celebrate World Press Freedom Day. The government praised the vital role of a free and independent press in promoting democracy, accountability, and societal progress. In a statement signed by Fred Itua, the governor’s press secretary, the government […] The post World Press Freedom Day: Gov Okpebholo celebrates Edo journalists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Traffic gridlock: Gov Okpebholo commences remedial works on Sapele

By Tony Osauzo, Benin Road users in the Sapele Road area of Benin City and nearby parts of the Benin metropolis will soon find relief. Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo has started rehabilitating Old Sapele Road and other connecting roads. This effort aims to ease traffic congestion and reduce gridlock on main roads. During a tour […] The post Traffic gridlock: Gov Okpebholo commences remedial works on Sapele-Benin Road appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian Military has intensified its crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta, successfully foiling illegal activities and oil read more Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

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30 h. ago Nigeria Has Become Laughing Stock Among Nations, Says Imasuangbon

  Former Edo State governorship candidate on the platform of Labour Party (LP) and philanthropist, Barrister Kenneth Imasuangbon, who turned 59 weekend, has decried the state of Nigeria’s security and economy, warning that the country was losing global respect as a result. Imasuangbon said that the level of insecurity in Nigeria has become a national […]

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32 h. ago Tinubu vows Nigeria will never surrender to terrorists, charges military to end insecurity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian military to intensify efforts to end terrorism and banditry, describing the current security challenges as a defining moment in Nigeria’s history.  Speaking directly to soldiers of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, the Commander-in-Chief urged them to intensify efforts to end terrorism, banditry, […] The post Tinubu vows Nigeria will never surrender to terrorists, charges military to end insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerian youths to rise to the challenge of electoral reform by pushing for changes to the country’s electoral laws. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigerian Youths for Atiku (NYFA) on Friday. Atiku called on the younger generation to demand the implementation of electronic collation of election results […] The post Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague

•FG lacks political will, courage to address insecurity   As the insecurity in the country continues to fester, the leader of the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, has urged the government to stop negotiating with bandits and Boko Haram or consider any form of amnesty for them. He said the government should […] The post Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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