5 h. ago Parents’ denial deepening drug abuse crises in Nigeria, say psychiatrists

The rising cases of drug abuse among Nigerian youths are being fuelled by a culture of denial among parents and guardians, psychiatrists have said. The experts stated that the safe haven often provided by parents and guardians to children and young adults indulging in drugs and opioids is contributing to the growing menace. A report Read More

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11 h. ago UBTH: Controversies greet mother, child medical bills offset by Okpebholo

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Mr. Umoru Imokha Abdulahi, whose wife’s medical bills was allegedly offset by Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, after the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH’s) detention has denied receiving any help from the governor. Recall that after media report of the detention of Abdullahi’s wife and child for the family inability […] The post UBTH: Controversies greet mother, child medical bills offset by Okpebholo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigerian poet urges action on Chibok Girls dilemma in new video

Akeem Lasisi, award winning Nigerian performance poet and journalist, has called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to intensify read more Nigerian poet urges action on Chibok Girls dilemma in new video

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14 h. ago NFF denies owning Christian Chukwu $128,000 amid social media claims

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it owed former Nigeria captain and Super read more NFF denies owning Christian Chukwu $128,000 amid social media claims

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14 h. ago Ekiti court sentences two to death for kidnapping, armed robbery

An Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, on Monday sentenced two persons to death by hanging for armed robbery and kidnapping. The court also jailed them for life for the offence of conspiracy. The defendants, Onileowo Rotimi (42) and Adetola Ayodele (42) were tried and found guilty on three count charge bordering on conspiracy, Read More

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16 h. ago VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China

Controversial social media figure, Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reacted to circulating claims that he was bounced from Obi Cubana’s extravagant 50th birthday celebration and allegedly deported from China. The rumour gained attention after media personality Radiogad alleged online that VDM, who lives in Abuja, was neither invited to the star-studded party […] The post VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Mastering Business Studies reimagines commercial education in Nigeria – Authors

Edidiong Hassan and Jamiu Adeleke Yinusa, authors of Mastering Business Studies have disclosed that as the demand for practical, life-oriented read more Mastering Business Studies reimagines commercial education in Nigeria – Authors

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16 h. ago LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Marcel Ngogbehei, Director General of the Labour Party’s Directorate of Mobilisation, has accused the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) of spreading misinformation by claiming that National Chairman Julius Abure illegally occupies his position following a Supreme Court ruling. In a statement issued on April 13, Ngogbehei called HURIWA’s assertions […] The post LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Police arrest Portable for alleged criminal defamation, threat to life

By Seyi Babalola Controversial musician, Habeb Okikiola Badmus, better known as Portable has been arrested by the Kwara State police for suspected criminal defamation and other related offences. The arrest was carried out in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday by command personnel acting on a plea by one Okunola Saheed, also known as ‘Osupa’. SP […] The post Police arrest Portable for alleged criminal defamation, threat to life appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Kwara Police Confirm Arrest Of Portable Over Alleged Defamation Against Saheed Osupa

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, over a series of allegations brought against him by Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. The ‘Zazoo Zeh’ crooner was taken into custody on Saturday over claims bordering on criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, and character assassination. […] The post Kwara Police Confirm Arrest Of Portable Over Alleged Defamation Against Saheed Osupa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago You taught me how to fish, changed my life – Uyi tells Cubana

Forbes-rated socialite and entrepreneur Uyi Ogbebor, also known as Sir Uyi, has sent a powerful message to Obi Cubana on his 50th birthday anniversary, saying he changed his life for good. Speaking on the sidelines of Cubana’s birthday anniversary, Uyi said the business tycoon is not only an inspiration to young people but an investor […] The post You taught me how to fish, changed my life – Uyi tells Cubana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago ‘Tinubu’s Appointments Strategic, Not Tribalistic’, Bwala Replies Ndume

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has defended his principal’s choice of appointments of aides and heads of government establishments, describing them as ‘strategic’ rather than ‘tribalistic’. Bwala made the remarks during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’, monitored by our correspondent on Sunday night. The […]

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34 h. ago Kizz Daniel to feature Angelique Kidjo, Johnny Drille in new single ‘Police’

Nigeria’s award-winning artist Kizz Daniel has kicked off his upcoming album with the release of first single tited, ‘Police’, featuring read more Kizz Daniel to feature Angelique Kidjo, Johnny Drille in new single ‘Police’

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37 h. ago Adamu Waziri reaffirms PDP commitment, denies defection rumours

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Alhaji Adamu Waziri, a former Yobe State gubernatorial candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, has clarified the party’s stance on coalition talks ahead of the 2027 elections while dismissing rumours of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to PDP members in Potiskum, Yobe’s largest town, over the […] The post Adamu Waziri reaffirms PDP commitment, denies defection rumours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Gombe correctional service denies blocking remanded activist’s visitors

The Nigerian Correctional Service, Gombe State Command, has denied allegations that it denied members of the Take-It-Back Movement access to remanded state coordinator, Thomas Umar. Our correspondent reports that Umar, 32, was remanded on April 10, 2025, at the Gombe Medium Security Custodial Centre on the order of the Federal High Court, Gombe. He is Read More

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38 h. ago 46 new Rivers communities reached in LIFE ND agric sensitization scheme funded by IFAD/NDDC

Some 46 new communities have been reached in fresh sensitization scheme launched by the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises in the read more 46 new Rivers communities reached in LIFE ND agric sensitization scheme funded by IFAD/NDDC

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39 h. ago 1 Dead, Others Injured In Fatal Accident Involving 2 Trucks In Bauchi

A fatal road accident involved two DAF model trucks, on Sunday, in Magama Gumau Town, Bauchi State, has claimed one life of Usman Magaji, a 23-year-old, while two others were injured. LEADERSHIP learned that one of the trucks, which was loaded with sand and carrying four occupants, collided with the stationary truck, which had broken […]

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44 h. ago Mustapha secures FG’s commitment to address accident prone highway in Ilorin

Saliu Mustapha, senator, representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, has secured further commitments of the Federal Government towards addressing the life-threatening read more Mustapha secures FG’s commitment to address accident prone highway in Ilorin

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46 h. ago Pepe Coin, Rexas Finance, Shiba Inu: Only One Can Make You a Millionaire in 2025, And ChatGPT

The meme coin era has minted countless millionaires, but not all tokens are built to deliver life-changing returns as the crypto market matures. Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Pepe Coin (PEPE) have had their moments, yet neither holds the strongest upside potential for 2025. According to the latest trends and market analysis, Rexas Finance (RXS) is Read More

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51 h. ago Invisible illness: How wrong diagnosis compound woes of lupus patients

From agonising misdiagnoses and delayed treatments to the devastating emotional and financial burden, Idowu Abdullahi writes about the heart-wrenching, invisible war faced by Nigerians living with lupus – an unpredictable, life-shattering disease in which the body turns against itself In October 2023, the world of Mary (not her real name) came to a sudden halt. Read More

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