1 hour ago Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies

Tribune Online Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies “The recent disturbances in Kogi State, orchestrated by her defiance of the state’s security directives, have further confirmed her status as a security threat to the people of the state. Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos

Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has pledged to sponsor the education of a girl seen in a viral video helping her mother with a cleaning job in Lagos. This followed a viral video of a woman sweeping a street in Ikoyi with her 11-year-old daughter. Human rights activist JustAdetoun criticised the woman for engaging her […] The post Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Woman arrested for trafficking daughter for N50,000 to Mauritania

Operatives of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested a woman whose identity was not disclosed alongside an accomplice for allegedly trafficking young girls to Mauritania as commercial sex workers for N50,000. The Zonal Public Relations Officer, Umma Ayuba, disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the suspects were arrested at Read More

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8 h. ago Shell, Renaissance face legal action over SPDC licence transfer

A suit seeking to stop Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited’s deal transferring its mining licence to Renaissance African Energy Company Limited has been filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos. The Incorporated Trustees of Human Environmental Development Agenda sued Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited, Renaissance African Energy Company Limited, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Read More

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9 h. ago Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice

In the wake of the death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Olusegun Olanrewaju, also known as “Segun Success,” international ring official and boxing matchmaker Olusegun Ayodele Adesanya has issued a condolence message to all boxing stakeholders, asking them to avoid allowing boxers to fight with little notice, just a few days away. Considering the circumstances surrounding […] The post Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions

Suspended Senator representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted that her visitation to Kogi State will not be stopped by anybody. Addressing her supporters and residents of Ihima community, the lawmaker said that it is not a crime for joining her people in celebrating Sallah. Recall that Kogi State government had issued ban on any […] The post “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Subsidy Removal: “Adjust Your Spending, Sacrifices Will Pay Off One Day” – NIPSS Tells Nigerians

National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies has called on Nigerians to adjust their spending amid removal of subsidy by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. NIPSS noted that President Tinubu’s action was a necessary step to achieve a profitable economy system. The institute appealed to Nigerians to endure the current economic hardship facing the country, saying […] The post Subsidy Removal: “Adjust Your Spending, Sacrifices Will Pay Off One Day” – NIPSS Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Rivers pastor arrested for alleged homosexuality, charged to court

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a cleric, identified as Elijah, over alleged homosexuality. Elijah, the General Overseer of a new-generation church in Port Harcourt, was reportedly apprehended after a leaked video surfaced showing him in a compromising situation. Sources told PUNCH Metro that the pastor’s troubles began when a male acquaintance, whom he Read More

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17 h. ago Lagos DSVA intensifies fight against rape, domestic violence, child abuse

By Bolaji Okunola The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has stepped up in its mandate to eradicate rape, molestation, and other assaults against girls, women, children and the vulnerable. During the agency’s induction ceremony for fifty students selected to join the King’s Club at the weekend, the Head of Community Engagement for […] The post Lagos DSVA intensifies fight against rape, domestic violence, child abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago ‘I’m Not A Bastard, Not Afraid Of Anyone’, Natasha Tells Supporters At Homecoming Rally In Kogi

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has declared that she is “not a bastard” and “not afraid of anyone” while addressing a massive crowd of supporters during her homecoming in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area (LGA) of Kogi State on Tuesday afternoon. Her return came amid heightened political tension, as the Kogi State Government […]

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19 h. ago ‘My safe place, greatest gift’, Queen Ashley showers Ooni of Ife with love

One of the Queens of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Queen Ashley Afolashade Ogunwusi, has openly expressed her deep and unwavering love for her husband. Marking the beginning of a new month, Queen Ashley took to her Instagram page on Tuesday, to reflect on her devotion to the Ooni of Ife. She shared Read More

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20 h. ago Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists

By John Ogunsemore Amid public concerns over enforcement of speed limits on selected roads, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of these regulations and urged motorists to comply with them for the safety of all road users. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi cited Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector […] The post Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Kogi Sallah Party: Hold Ododo, Bello, Akpabio Responsible If It Turns Violent, Natasha Tells Nigerians

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has told Nigerians to hold Kogi State governor Ahmed Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, responsible if her planned Eid-el-Fitr celebrations slated for this Tuesday in Kogi Central turned violent. Akpoti-Uduaghan disclosed this on Tuesday via her Facebook page, reaffirming her commitment to attending […]

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22 h. ago Natasha: You should leave your woman for someone prettier – Bobrisky to 2Baba

Crossdresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, has thrown a shade at legendary singer 2Baba over his choice of Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru following his split from Annie Macaulay. 2Baba’s separation from Annie caused a stir online, with Nigerians sharing varied opinions amid the artiste’s videos with Osawaru making their way to social media. In […] The post Natasha: You should leave your woman for someone prettier – Bobrisky to 2Baba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea’s constitutional court to decide on impeachment April 4

By Seyi Babalola South Korea’s Constitutional Court will rule on Friday whether to permanently remove impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol from office. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the court stated that it will rule on Yoon, who was impeached by legislators after briefly proclaiming martial law late last year, at 11 a.m. (02:00 GMT), […] The post Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea’s constitutional court to decide on impeachment April 4 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago NBB Of C Accuses Ghanaian Boxing Federation Of Negligence Over Death Of Nigerian Boxer, Alleges No Medical Was Conducted

Nigerian Boxing Board of Control has accused Ghana Boxing Authority of negligence over the death of former champion, Segun Olanrewaju during a fight in the country. Speaking in an interview with TheCable, Secretary-General of the NBB of C, Remi Aboderin said that GBA did not adhere to the sport’s rules and regulations before staging the […] The post NBB Of C Accuses Ghanaian Boxing Federation Of Negligence Over Death Of Nigerian Boxer, Alleges No Medical Was Conducted appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Locked out: Nigeria’s 5.1m people with disabilities and banking barriers

Ada sat outside a bank in Anambra, gripping her automated teller machine (ATM) card as if it were a lifeline. read more Locked out: Nigeria’s 5.1m people with disabilities and banking barriers

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27 h. ago Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Wife of the Ebonyi State Governor, Mrs Uzomaka Nwifuru, has distributed farm inputs, equipment and other items to 100 women and young farmers in the state in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda on agricultural projects and food security of the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu. Mrs Nwifuru, who distributed […] The post Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Hunger: Tinubu Tackling Food Challenges Squarely – Uyo Varsity VC

The Vice Chancellor (VC) of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State, Prof Nyaudo Ndaeyo, has expressed concern that overcoming the prevailing hunger and malnutrition challenges in Nigeria would remain a mirage unless a holistic action plan involving governments, students and other stakeholders was in place to confront the problem. He noted that the […]

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28 h. ago South Korea court to rule on President Yoon’s impeachment Friday

South Korea’s Constitutional Court will issue its long-awaited ruling on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment Friday, months after he was suspended for declaring martial law. Yoon’s December 3 attempt to subvert civilian rule plunged South Korea into political chaos, after he sent armed soldiers into parliament. Lawmakers defied the troops to vote the measure down Read More

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