79 m. ago Zero VAT On Food, Healthcare, Education In New Tax Bills – Taiwo Oyedele

The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Dr. Taiwo Oyedele, has reiterated that the newly proposed tax reform bills are structured to deliver tangible economic relief to Nigerian workers. In a statement issued on Friday, Oyedele emphasised that the reforms aim to increase the disposable income of citizens and reduce […] The post Zero VAT On Food, Healthcare, Education In New Tax Bills – Taiwo Oyedele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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83 m. ago Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja

Operatives of Nigeria Police Force have rescued two kidnapped Ghanaian nationals and arrested some suspects, operating across international borders. It was gathered that the development is coming, following a report filed with the National Central Bureau in Abuja on April 27, 2025, over the kidnap of one Anastasia Arthur aka Baidoo, a 48-year-old Ghanaian national. […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

4 h. ago OPEC+ to meet on Saturday to set June output policy, sources say

Eight OPEC+ countries will meet on Saturday to decide whether to agree a further accelerated oil output hike for June read more OPEC+ to meet on Saturday to set June output policy, sources say

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5 h. ago VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account

Martins Vincent Otse, a popular Nigerian social media influencer known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by the Nigerian police in Abuja. His arrest followed his public complaints about unauthorized debits from his mother’s bank account, at the request of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank). Barrister Deji Adeyanju, the legal representative of VeryDarkMan, confirmed the arrest to […] The post VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FG To Approve Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

In a major step toward reforming teacher education in Nigeria, the Federal Government has commenced the implementation of the Dual Mandate Policy in all Federal Colleges of Education (FCOEs). This development comes after the enactment of the Federal Colleges of Education Act, 2023, which was signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The law […] The post FG To Approve Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Tinubu Support Group calls for patience as government pushes economic reforms

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja As the federal government continues to implement tough economic reforms, Nigerians have been urged to remain patient and hopeful that the policies will yield long-term benefits. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Director General of the Door to Door Movement for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dr. Blessing Agbomhere, said the […] The post Tinubu Support Group calls for patience as government pushes economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons, Stolen Motorcycle In Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two men suspected of being involved in kidnapping and cult-related activities. The suspects were apprehended during a police raid on a criminal hideout in the Otolo-Nnewi area of the state. The operation, which was carried out on Wednesday, May 1, followed credible intelligence and led to the recovery […] The post Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons, Stolen Motorcycle In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

14 h. ago Workers Day: Forum Urges Kogi Govt To Prioritise Infrastructure, Welfare

  The Kogi State Accountability Platform has urged the state government to expand its pro-labour policies by investing in critical infrastructure that directly affects the daily lives of workers and citizens alike, so as to improve their living standards. In a statement to commemorate this year’s Workers’ Day, the forum chairman, Hamza Aliyu, noted that […]

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15 h. ago Ondo Hotel Engulfed In Fire, Properties Worth Millions Of Naira Lost

A fire that engulfed Samlove Hotel in Okitipupa, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, destroyed property valued at millions of naira. DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, confirmed the occurrence on Thursday. Ayanlade informed the News Agency of Nigeria that, despite the fire burning for hours, there were no casualties. […] The post Ondo Hotel Engulfed In Fire, Properties Worth Millions Of Naira Lost appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Funke Akindele announces political plans ahead of 2027 elections

By Seyi Babalola Funke Akindele, a famous Nigerian actress-turned-politician, has announced her political plans after an unsuccessful attempt in the last general elections. The actress was the running mate to Abdulazeez Adediran, the Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in 2023. Following their defeat by Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the All Progressives […] The post Funke Akindele announces political plans ahead of 2027 elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Federal Varsity Lokoja Fully Compliant On NELFUND Loan Disbursement – Management

The management of the Federal University of Lokoja (FUL) said it has fully complied with the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) policies regarding the disbursement of N188,002,500 in education loans to 1,631 students of the institution. According to Daniel Ikechukwu Nwankwo, the institution’s public relations officer (PRO), the management took this opportunity to clarify all […]

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23 h. ago Funke Akindele Breaks Silence On Mental Health Battle Amid Political Criticism

Renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has opened up about a painful chapter in her life that led her to seek therapy for the very first time. In an emotional conversation with media personality Chude Jideonwo, shared on Instagram on Thursday, the movie star spoke about the toll her 2023 political campaign took on […] The post Funke Akindele Breaks Silence On Mental Health Battle Amid Political Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Group Dismisses Rumoured Rift Between Gov Bago, Deputy, Says Report Politically

A prominent Northern youth group has debunked rumours suggesting a rift between the governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, and his deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba. The group described the allegations as baseless, politically-motivated, and a calculated attempt to discredit the governor’s rising popularity and sterling performance. In a press statement issued in Kaduna and […]

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35 h. ago PICTORIAL: Workers Converge At Abuja’s Eagles Square For 2025 May Day Celebration

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have converged at the Eagles Square in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 May Day. Workers were dressed in different attires to showcase their various profession and vocations. Security personnel including those of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Security and […]

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37 h. ago No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, issued a stern warning to members of all political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party (LP), about engaging in corruption. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Olukoyede emphasised that anyone found guilty of stealing public funds, irrespective […] The post No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Alake urges NIPSS to reshape Nigerians’ mindsets to drive progress

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has stressed that reorienting Nigerians’ mindsets is vital for effective governance and sustainable national development. Speaking while hosting participants of the Senior Executive Course 47 (2025) from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Abuja, Alake urged the institute […] The post Alake urges NIPSS to reshape Nigerians’ mindsets to drive progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Delta Police Rescue Kidnap Victims, Arrest Nine, Recover Weapons

The Delta State Police Command has rescued several abducted victims and apprehended nine suspects. The officers also seized a cache of weapons from the suspects, including three pump-action rifles, a mix of double and single-barrel guns, locally crafted firearms, and several cartridges. SP Bright Edafe, the Police Public Relations Officer for Delta State Command, confirmed […] The post Delta Police Rescue Kidnap Victims, Arrest Nine, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

38 h. ago Borno Heatwave Behind Explosions At Giwa Barracks, Say Army, Police

The Theatre Command, Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce and the Borno State Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have confirmed that the fire incident at the Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri, which resulted in multiple explosions in the ammunition section, was caused by current high temperatures in the State capital. A statement issued to journalists […]

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38 h. ago Achieving Hub Status, Competitiveness Through Port Rehabilitation, Modernisation

Most Nigerian seaports are old, archaic and inefficient and that has made the nation’s seaports uncompetitive among its complementaries in West and Central Africa. Some of the ports have their quay walls collapsed or weakened while some have their breakwaters and other important infrastructure collapsed. For instance, some terminals at the Tin-can island ports in […]

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38 h. ago You’ve Failed To Denigrate Senate President, Agbomhere Blasts Natasha

The South-South Zonal Organising Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Blessing Agbomhere, has mocked the satirical letter of apology recently released by the suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stating that she has failed in her attempt to denigrate the Senate President’s office. Agbomhere said the lawmaker’s lamentation has only […]

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