8 h. ago EU to empower 13,500 vulnerable children in Edo, Borno, Plateau

From Okwe Obi, Abuja No fewer than 13,500 children have been declared as vulnerable in Borno, Edo and Plateau States, and have been pencilled down for empowerment by the European Union-funded project. Country Director of SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria, Eghosa Erhumwunse, who disclosed this, said the project would last for 34 months. According to Erhumwunse, […] The post EU to empower 13,500 vulnerable children in Edo, Borno, Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Like Nigeria, US restricts most Ghanaian visas to three months

The United States government has restricted most non-immigrant visas issued to Ghanaian nationals to a three-month validity period with a read more Like Nigeria, US restricts most Ghanaian visas to three months

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14 h. ago EFCC: Court jails Gobir seven years for N300m fraud, orders $1m, ₦123m restitution

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Mohammed Gobir, who was sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment by Justice R.I.B. Adebiyi of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Gobir’s conviction followed a prolonged trial that began after his arrest on […] The post EFCC: Court jails Gobir seven years for N300m fraud, orders $1m, ₦123m restitution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago EFCC Files $443,371 Theft Charge Against Mercy Chinwo’s Former Manager

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a three-count theft charge against Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, the former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, before the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja. The EFCC is accusing Onyedikachukwu of allegedly stealing $443,371 from Chinwo and another gospel artist, Judith Kanayo, also known as Judikay. Onyedikachukwu […]

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15 h. ago BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension

Tribune Online BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been called upon to reconsider its recapitalisation policy on Bureau De Change (BDC) by granting extension window for a minimum of six months, among others, for equity, fairness, and inclusive economic governance. BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension Tribune Online

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17 h. ago APC Chieftain Hails Supreme Court Verdict On Okpebholo’s Election Victory

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr. Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on the affirmation of his election victory by the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The apex court, in a unanimous judgement delivered on Thursday, upheld the validity of Okpebholo’s election, effectively laying to rest months of […]

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22 h. ago EFCC Plans Cybercrime Academy To Rehabilitate Convicted Nigerians

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to establish a Cybercrime Response Academy to rehabilitate convicted Nigerian cybercriminals by equipping them with productive digital skills and supporting them with monthly stipends during their reintegration into society. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede disclosed this at the National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja on Wednesday. According […]

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22 h. ago BREAKING: Supreme Court Affirms Okpebholo’s Victory As Edo Gov

The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected Governor of Edo State. The verdict put an end to months of legal contestation following the September 21, 2024 governorship poll held in the state. In a unanimous judgment delivered on Thursday, a five-member panel of the apex court […]

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33 h. ago Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert

Tribune Online Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert EXECUTIVE Director of the Live Free Renewal Centre, a faith-based drug abuse and addiction recovery facility, Mr. David Folaranmi, stated that substance use is not a death sentence and that individuals struggling with addiction can overcome their challenges. Folaranmi, who spoke at the June 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) hosted […] Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Meritocracy and the issue of quota system in Nigeria: A critical examination

In the last few months, I have read and listened to several comments of some commentators, particularly high-ranking government officials, on the issue of political appointments into federal government offices, accusing the President of nepotism. Interestingly, this same accusation went for the immediate past President of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari. While the immediate past President is […] The post Meritocracy and the issue of quota system in Nigeria: A critical examination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has called for an upward review of remuneration of the rank and file of the Nigeria Police. The former presidential candidate of African Action Congress, added that there was no reason policemen should not earn N500,000 per month when the average senator they protect earns N30 million per month. […] The post “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother

Brand influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo has made public a disturbing threat letter sent to her mother, Iyabo Ojo’s office, months before the recent fire outbreak. It was earlier reported that the actress’s Lagos office was gutted by fire on July 8, 2025, around 7 p.m. According to Priscilla, the letter was dated May 25, […] The post Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Gunmen, on Wednesday, July 9, reportedly attacked Oko and Ekwulobia communities in Orumba North and Aguata Local Government Areas, killing about four persons as many were injured. The incident occurred around the newly constructed Ekwulobia flyover and the Oko Divisional Police Headquarters, nearly one month after similar attacks claimed several lives […] The post Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman

Tribune Online Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman "As we inaugurate this new board, we carry the weight of expectation that we must continue to foster an environment where aviation can Seven months after appointment, Ganduje inaugurated as new FAAN board chairman Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Offline trips on Bolt fall 42% on rising safety feature uptake

Bolt has disclosed that it recorded a 42 per cent reduction in offline trips over the last three months, indicating read more Offline trips on Bolt fall 42% on rising safety feature uptake

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41 h. ago Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office

By Seyi Babalola Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has stated that a threat letter was brought to her mother’s office just months after her wedding to Tanzanian artist Juma Jux. Priscilla made this known after her mother’s place of work was destroyed by fire. The letter, allegedly from an aggrieved group, read, […] The post Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago FCT teachers end prolonged strike after payment of five months salary arrears, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Public primary schools across the Federal Capital Territory are set to reopen as the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called off its strike, which began in March. The decision followed the payment of five months’ salary arrears and the implementation of the new minimum wage for teachers. In a […] The post FCT teachers end prolonged strike after payment of five months salary arrears, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago NHRC Raises Alarm As 2,266 Killed, 857 Kidnapped In 6 Months

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised alarm over the deteriorating human rights violations as well as widespread killings and kidnappings as it presents its human rights situation report for June 2025. The executive secretary of the commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, at the presentation, which was also the half-year dashboard report of the commission […]

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60 h. ago US embassy announces revised visa reciprocity policy affecting Nigerian travelers

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The United States Department of State has announced a significant update to its visa reciprocity policy, which will now affect Nigerian citizens seeking non-immigrant, non-diplomatic US visas. According to the statement, effective immediately, most such visas issued to Nigerians will be single-entry with a validity period of three months. In a […] The post US embassy announces revised visa reciprocity policy affecting Nigerian travelers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Eno includes Youth Corps members from Akwa Ibom as beneficiaries of N20,000 monthly stipend

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has approved a N20,000 monthly allowance for all indigenes of the state serving in other parts of Nigeria with effect from the August 2025 service year. Last week, Eno had approved the same amount for other corps members serving in the state. The approval […] The post Eno includes Youth Corps members from Akwa Ibom as beneficiaries of N20,000 monthly stipend appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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