1 hour ago I paid N6.5m ransom – Abducted Edo Imam denies police freed him

By John Ogunsemore The Chief Imam of Uromi Central Mosque, Sheikh Muhammad Murtadha Obhakhobo, has said he paid N6.5 million ransom to secure his release, contrary to claims by the Edo State Police Command that his abductors freed him due to intense and sustained pressure mounted on them by its operatives. Obhakhobo, who doubles as […] The post I paid N6.5m ransom – Abducted Edo Imam denies police freed him appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states

Tribune Online Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states LAGOS State has emerged as the leading performer in the 2025 edition of the Philips Consulting Limited State Performance Index (pSPI), reinforcing its status as Nigeria’s economic powerhouse and a pacesetter in governance, public service delivery and innovative policy implementation. The annual index, now in its second year, has become a trusted barometer for measuring […] Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Universal Insurance deepens coverage for informal sector, posts N15bn gross premium

By Henry Uche   Universal Insurance Plc has widened its digital portfolio with “OkadaPass,” a one‑stop policy that insures the motorcycle, its dispatch rider, the parcel in transit, and covers personal injuries for everyone in the bike‑delivery value chain. The product was recently introduced in Lagos by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jeff Duru, at the 2025 Annual […] The post Universal Insurance deepens coverage for informal sector, posts N15bn gross premium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Private oil monopoly undermines economy, entrenches elite control –SBM

By Chinwendu Obienyi SBM Intelligence, one of Nigeria’s leading geopolitical and socio-economic think tanks, has flagged the emerging dominance of a single private entity in the downstream petroleum sector, warning that Nigeria risks replacing one form of monopoly with another, this time in private hands. In its latest policy brief seen by Daily Sun, SBM […] The post Private oil monopoly undermines economy, entrenches elite control –SBM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Masobe Books to publish Dakuku Peterside’s collection of essays

Tribune Online Masobe Books to publish Dakuku Peterside’s collection of essays Masobe Books will publish, ‘Beneath The Surface: Essays on Nigeria’s Chequered Journey,’ a forthcoming collection of essays by renowned syndicated columnist, author, public policy and turnaround management expert, Dr. Dakuku Peterside. The book is set for international and Nigerian release in October 2025, with public presentations planned in Lagos and Abuja. This highly anticipated work […] Masobe Books to publish Dakuku Peterside’s collection of essays Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Edo: ‘I paid N6.5m ransom for my release,’ abducted Chief Imam reveals

Tribune Online Edo: ‘I paid N6.5m ransom for my release,’ abducted Chief Imam reveals "I just got information on the newspapers where the police are trying to take credit for doing nothing," he added. Edo: ‘I paid N6.5m ransom for my release,’ abducted Chief Imam reveals Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Ogundoyin expresses support for creation of Ibadan state, state police

Tribune Online Ogundoyin expresses support for creation of Ibadan state, state police Ogundoyin added that people who are agitating for the creation of more states in the Federation should always think of the economic viability of such states Ogundoyin expresses support for creation of Ibadan state, state police Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Alleged Killing Of Chinese National

Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a Chinese national, Chen Wang, an employee of WH Great Resource Ltd., Ogere, Ogun State. It was gathered that Mr. Wang was stabbed to death on Sunday, in his office. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the suspects, said to be […] The post Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Alleged Killing Of Chinese National appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Police Arrest Kidnap Suspect With N5m Ransom In Delta, Four Others Nabbed

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Sanusi Abdulahi, found with N5 million, said to be part of a ransom collected from a recent victim. Command’s spokesperson,Bright Edafe, in a statement on Tuesday, said the suspect was apprehended during a targeted operation on July 12. Acting on credible intelligence, officers tracked Abdulahi […] The post Police Arrest Kidnap Suspect With N5m Ransom In Delta, Four Others Nabbed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial

Operatives of Katsina State Police Command have been deployed across strategic areas in the state ahead of former President Muhammadu Buhari‘s burial. The measures is said to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free ceremony for the late military head of state on Tuesday. The Command said that it has made extensive security arrangements in collaboration with […] The post Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nwifuru redeploys four Ebonyi commissioners in cabinet reshuffling

Tribune Online Nwifuru redeploys four Ebonyi commissioners in cabinet reshuffling Ikeuwa said exco approved the participation of Ebonyi State in the E-HEART project of the federal government and the subsequent payment of counterpart funding ... Nwifuru redeploys four Ebonyi commissioners in cabinet reshuffling Tribune Online

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18 h. ago N758bn pension liabilities: Police retirees task NASS on swift approval

Tribune Online N758bn pension liabilities: Police retirees task NASS on swift approval However, the association stressed that approving the N758bn pension liabilities currently pending before the National Assembly would N758bn pension liabilities: Police retirees task NASS on swift approval Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Police Kill 6 Suspected Kidnappers, Arrest 7 Others In Delta

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have killed six suspected kidnappers and arrested seven others at different locations in the state. The Command’s Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber Crime Squad, led by CSP Godwin Osadolor, on July 12, 2025 at about 6:30am, trailed suspected kidnappers terrorising Delta State to their hideout at Ogwashi-Ukwu in Oshimili […]

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19 h. ago After 6 Years In Boko Haram Captivity, 2 Minors Regain Freedom

Borno State Police Command has confirmed that two minors, Ayuba Ishaku, 12; and Yakubu Haruna, 13, have escaped from captivity nearly six years after Boko Haram abducted them. The two boys who are both natives of Mandaragrau Village in Biu local government area, were kidnapped when they were six and seven years old respectively on […]

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19 h. ago Police arrest two suspects over alleged murder of Chinese national in Ogun

Tribune Online Police arrest two suspects over alleged murder of Chinese national in Ogun Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested two suspects in connection with the heinous murder of a Chinese national, Mr Chen Wang... Police arrest two suspects over alleged murder of Chinese national in Ogun Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Tinubu directs MDAs to fully comply with US visa reciprocity policies amid recent changes

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to all Nigerian Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure full compliance with Nigeria’s international obligations following recent changes to visa issuance policies by the United States affecting Nigerian nationals.   In a Statehouse press statement issued today, the Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment […] The post Tinubu directs MDAs to fully comply with US visa reciprocity policies amid recent changes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Policy breach: TikTok deletes 3.6 million of Nigerian videos in Q1 2025

Tribune Online Policy breach: TikTok deletes 3.6 million of Nigerian videos in Q1 2025 In Nigeria, the report further disclosed that 42,196 LIVE rooms were banned, while 48,156 streams were interrupted for violating Policy breach: TikTok deletes 3.6 million of Nigerian videos in Q1 2025 Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Tinubu Orders Agencies To Enforce Global Visa Rules, Engage US, UAE

President Bola Tinubu has directed all federal agencies involved in consular and immigration matters to ensure strict compliance with Nigeria’s international obligations, and to deepen inter-governmental cooperation in verifying the identities of citizens seeking visas and other consular services abroad. The directive follows recent adjustments in visa issuance policies by the Governments of the United […]

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22 h. ago Over $1bn spent on Ogoniland can only reclaim small portion of land — Expert

Tribune Online Over $1bn spent on Ogoniland can only reclaim small portion of land — Expert He argued that Nigeria lacks the capacity to successfully implement most policies on environment, water and climate change "because they are not totally integrated together." Over $1bn spent on Ogoniland can only reclaim small portion of land — Expert Tribune Online

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22 h. ago US Threatens Visitors With Deportation, Travel Ban Over Visa Overstay

The United States government has issued a stern warning to visitors overstaying their visas, cautioning that such infractions could lead to immediate deportation and a permanent ban from re-entering the country. This warning followed a series of new immigration policies and visa restrictions targeting Nigerian travellers, rolled out under the administration of President Donald Trump […]

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