43 m. ago Osun 2026: NIWA boss urges calm amid Adeleke’s rumoured defection

Vows to return Osun to progressive government From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, has urged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State to remain calm over purported plans by Governor Ademola Adeleke to join the party. Rumours of Adeleke’s plan […] The post Osun 2026: NIWA boss urges calm amid Adeleke’s rumoured defection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Dayo Amusa Threatens Legal Action Against Blogger Over Damaging HIV Video

Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has issued a strong warning to a content creator who falsely claimed she is Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive in a viral video that has circulated widely on social media over the past 24 hours. In a video posted on her official Instagram page on Saturday, Amusa directly addressed the controversy, […] The post Dayo Amusa Threatens Legal Action Against Blogger Over Damaging HIV Video appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Nigeria’s Constitution Won’t Help LG Autonomy To Function Better” — Fashola Insists

Former minister of works and housing, Babajide Raji Fashola has insisted that autonomy from local governments is unrealistic, due to the structure of Nigeria constitution. Speaking on Channels Television during an interview on Saturday, Mr. Fashola noted that the LGs were not created to be autonomous. The former governor of Lagos State added that local councils […] The post “Nigeria’s Constitution Won’t Help LG Autonomy To Function Better” — Fashola Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago WAFCON 2025: Zambia coach admits Super Falcons better after 5

Zambia’s women’s national team head coach, Nora Häuptle, has acknowledged that her team was thoroughly outclassed by the Super Falcons read more WAFCON 2025: Zambia coach admits Super Falcons better after 5-0 rout

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3 h. ago “Nigeria Is In Bondage, Needs True National Leader” — Obasanjo

Former Nigerian president, Olusegun Obasanjo, has described Nigeria as a nation in bondage, facing insecurity, economic hardship, and sectional leadership. Obasanjo insisted that true recovery is only possible with a leader who prioritises national interests over tribal agendas. The former president led this out during a courtesy visit from Southern leadership of New Nigeria Peoples […] The post “Nigeria Is In Bondage, Needs True National Leader” — Obasanjo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago We’re Investigating 18 Sitting Governors, Action Commences After Their Immunity — Olukoyede

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has disclosed that the anti-graft agency is currently investigating 18 sitting governors across the country. Olukoyede made this revelation on Friday, during a public sensitisation event held in Lagos. According to him, the EFCC does not wait for politicians to complete their terms before […] The post We’re Investigating 18 Sitting Governors, Action Commences After Their Immunity — Olukoyede appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kate Henshaw Celebrates Birthday With Heartfelt Message, Stunning Photos

Veteran Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw is celebrating her birthday with elegance and gratitude, marking the occasion with beautiful new photos and a powerful message of thankfulness. Taking to her social media platforms on Saturday, the award-winning actress thanked God for His grace and mercy, reflecting on the journey so far and her choice to live […] The post Kate Henshaw Celebrates Birthday With Heartfelt Message, Stunning Photos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EFCC Nabs 23 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abia Yahoo Academy Raid

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 23 suspects in a major crackdown on a cybercrime training centre known as “Yahoo-Yahoo Hustle Kingdom” in Umuahia, Abia State. The operation, conducted by the Uyo Zonal Directorate, took place on Friday, July 18, 2025, following credible intelligence that led operatives to the Doofco Palace building […] The post EFCC Nabs 23 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abia Yahoo Academy Raid appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ganduje Clears Air On Absence At Dantata’s Burial, Reaffirms Loyalty To Tinubu

Former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, has clarified why he was absent during President Bola Tinubu’s condolence visit to Kano on Friday, July 18, 2025. Ganduje, through his former Chief of Staff, Malam Muhammad Garba, said he was unavoidably absent due to a previously scheduled personal engagement in London. In a statement issued on Saturday, […] The post Ganduje Clears Air On Absence At Dantata’s Burial, Reaffirms Loyalty To Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Mercy Johnson Blasts Ghanaian TV Station For Airing Her Movie Without Permission

Popular Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has criticised a Ghanaian television station for broadcasting her film The Firstborn without obtaining proper authorization from her or her team. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the actress expressed her shock and disappointment at what she described as an audacious act by the station, identified as Blazing TV. “Ghana, Blazing […] The post Mercy Johnson Blasts Ghanaian TV Station For Airing Her Movie Without Permission appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ICIR Accuses Ogun Govt Of Violating Chieftaincy Law In Oba Adetona’s Burial

The International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) has announced plans to take legal action against the Ogun State Government and the family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, over what it described as a breach of traditional burial laws. The revered monarch passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age […] The post ICIR Accuses Ogun Govt Of Violating Chieftaincy Law In Oba Adetona’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ogun Workers’ Strike Persists As Labour Rejects Gov Abiodun’s Proposal

The indefinite strike by the Organised Labour in Ogun State continues, following the rejection of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s proposed resolution plan. This comes amid growing tensions over unresolved issues, including the N82 billion backlog in contributory pension deductions. In a communiqué on Friday, the unions, after a seven-hour meeting in Abeokuta, rejected the government’s proposals, […] The post Ogun Workers’ Strike Persists As Labour Rejects Gov Abiodun’s Proposal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Security leaders  to converge in Lagos  to address insecurity, terrorism 

By Lukman Olabiyi Security professionals, innovators, and top government officials from across Africa are expected to gather in Lagos from July 22 to 23, 2025, for the Sub-Saharan Africa Security Conference (SASCON 2025), a major event aimed at addressing growing challenges of insecurity, terrorism, and cyber threats in the region. The conference, organized by ASIS […] The post Security leaders  to converge in Lagos  to address insecurity, terrorism  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “I Blocked Everyone In Nollywood For 10 Years To Save My Marriage” – Opeyemi Aiyeola

Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has opened up about stepping away from her flourishing acting career to prioritise her family and how that decision led her to cut ties with many of her industry colleagues. In an interview on Oyinmomo TV, posted on YouTube on Friday, Opeyemi shared how she met her husband, Olayiwola Abdulwakilu, during […] The post “I Blocked Everyone In Nollywood For 10 Years To Save My Marriage” – Opeyemi Aiyeola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago MPC member sees Nigeria’s undervalued naira hitting N1,450/$

Nigeria’s naira is expected to maintain its positive run throughout 2025 as the country’s monetary and fiscal authorities continue to read more MPC member sees Nigeria’s undervalued naira hitting N1,450/$

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6 h. ago Marriage Isn’t Competition, Nobody Wins When It Fails – Motilola Adekunle To Women

Nollywood actress Motilola Adekunle has shared her thoughts on failed marriages and the pressures many women face, urging women to rethink how they approach marriage and its challenges. During an interview with fellow actress Biola Bayo, posted on YouTube on Friday, Motilola spoke candidly about the realities of marital breakdowns. She emphasised that no woman […] The post Marriage Isn’t Competition, Nobody Wins When It Fails – Motilola Adekunle To Women appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago I’m Humbled By My Relevance After 20 Years In Nollywood – Ini Edo

Veteran Nollywood actress Ini Edo has expressed gratitude and humility over her enduring relevance in the Nigerian film industry, more than two decades after her career began. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the actress, who has featured in over 300 movies, shared her thoughts on how fans continue to reference her early works, many […] The post I’m Humbled By My Relevance After 20 Years In Nollywood – Ini Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “You’ll Be Responsible, If Anything Happens To Peter Obi” – Obidient Movement Tells Edo Gov For Threatening His Life

Peter Obi’s support group, popularly known as Obidients Movement has insisted that Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo will be held responsible if anything happens to the former Labour Party’s presidential candidate. The movement’s Director of Strategic Communication, Nana Kazaure in a statement on Saturday, described Governor Okpebholo’s comment as threat to national peace. Recall that […] The post “You’ll Be Responsible, If Anything Happens To Peter Obi” – Obidient Movement Tells Edo Gov For Threatening His Life appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago “LP Unaware Of Coalition Discussion, Abure’s Picture In A House Doesn’t Make Him Owner” — Interim National Secretary

Interim National Secretary of Labour Party, Darlington Nwokocha, has said that the party is unaware of any coalition involving opposition figures. Nwokocha stressed that LP has its internal structure and has not joined any discussion to form alliance with political platform. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that former presidential candidate of LP, Peter Obi, including some political […] The post “LP Unaware Of Coalition Discussion, Abure’s Picture In A House Doesn’t Make Him Owner” — Interim National Secretary appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago “Tinubu Honoured Buhari, Didn’t Exploit His Death For Politics” – Shehu Sani

Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has denied allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu exploited the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari for political advantage. Buhari died in London on Sunday, and was buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State. Tinubu led a delegation to receive the remains and stayed throughout the burial […] The post “Tinubu Honoured Buhari, Didn’t Exploit His Death For Politics” – Shehu Sani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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