78 m. ago YPP: Chukwuma unveils Okagbue as running mate for Anambra poll

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Paul Chukwuma, the Young Progressives Party (YPP) candidate for the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, has unveiled Uzo Okagbue as his running mate. Okagbue, from Umunnachi in Dunukofia Local Government Area, previously served as Chief of Protocol and Deputy Chief of Staff to former Governor Willie Obiano. At the unveiling […] The post YPP: Chukwuma unveils Okagbue as running mate for Anambra poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago FG, experts push for local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines

…Local production pathway to drug security From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Federal government and stakeholders in pharmaceuticals have strengthened the push for ways to improve on local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other medical consumables.  The stakeholders made the request at the National Harmonisation Conference on the theme “Contextualising the Presidential Initiative to Achieve Local Production […] The post FG, experts push for local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction

Forensic psychologist Uwom Eze has rejected allegations that Mohbad’s death was caused by drug abuse. On September 12, 2023, Mohbad passed away following an injection given by a nurse, Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but on September 21, 2023, the police exhumed his body for an autopsy. The pathologist overseeing the autopsy, […] The post Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a strict crackdown on unregistered hospitals and unqualified medical practitioners following the tragic death of Chekwube Chinagorom, a 35-year-old pregnant woman, at an unregistered facility in Abuja. Chinagorom died after a Caesarean section at Afolmi Hospital in Durumi, which […] The post Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Freesami Media Founder Joseph Ikyobo Set To Wed Fiancée Stephanie Kenti

Joseph Ikyobo, the founder of Freesami Media and talent manager at Red Nation Records, has captured the hearts of many with his recent engagement to his girlfriend, Stephanie Kenti. The proposal, which took place on April 10 — coinciding with Stephanie Kenti’s birthday — was a romantic surprise that quickly went viral, sending waves of […]

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11 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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12 h. ago Man United Legend Patrice Evra Set For MMA Debut, Picks Luis Suarez As Opponent

Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra is set to swap the football pitch for the octagon, making his mixed martial arts debut next month. The 43 year old Frenchman will compete at Professional Fighters League Europe’s Paris event on May 23 at the Accor Arena in Bercy. Evra, known as a defender on the football […] The post Man United Legend Patrice Evra Set For MMA Debut, Picks Luis Suarez As Opponent appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Akpabio, Catholic Bishops Arrive Vatican For Pope Francis’ Burial

Senate President Godswill Akpabio, along with other members of the Nigerian delegation, has arrived in Vatican City in preparation for Pope Francis’ funeral, set to take place on Saturday. Akpabio is in charge of a distinguished five-member team that President Bola Tinubu sent to represent Nigeria at the late head of the Roman Catholic Church’s […] The post Akpabio, Catholic Bishops Arrive Vatican For Pope Francis’ Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Funke Akindele, Chimamanda, Pastor Jerry To Headline Chude’s Talk Concert In Lagos

A star-studded line-up of creatives, thought leaders and and cultural influencers is set to grace the stage at the highly anticipated three-day Talk Concert in Lagos. Top actors and musicians – including the dynamic Funke Akindele, Falz the Bahd Guy, Bobby Ray, Pastor Jerry, and renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – are set to bring […]

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14 h. ago World malaria day: Rotary Healthy Communities to tackle disease in 6 Kebbi LGAs

…. Kebbi traditional rulers, NOA backs campaign From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge, a project under the Rotary International in partnership with the PATH has decided to tackle malaria in six Local Government Areas of Kebbi State which are hard to reach terrains. The Councils where pilot campaign would kick off […] The post World malaria day: Rotary Healthy Communities to tackle disease in 6 Kebbi LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has impounded N800 million worth of banned agrochemical products from shops in Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo States. The agency disclosed this in a statement shared on X on Friday. NAFDAC said it targeted shops found to be distributing banned agrochemical […] The post Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Shettima, Others Call For Financial Market Transformation In Africa, Middle

Vice President Kashim Shettima and other stakeholders have urged African capital markets to embrace digital transformation and enhance regional integration to create a financial system that is more efficient, accessible, and resilient. They made this call at the 2025 Conference of the Africa and Middle East Depositories Association, organised by the Central Securities Clearing System […]

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17 h. ago NDLEA, NAPTIP set up teams to strengthen collaboration against drug, human trafficking

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have set up teams on both sides to strengthen collaboration on the fight against the interconnected menace of human and drug trafficking as well as substance abuse. The fresh effort was the highpoint of discussions between […] The post NDLEA, NAPTIP set up teams to strengthen collaboration against drug, human trafficking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nigeria’s power crisis deepens as Geregu, Transcorp gas debts hit N216bn

Nigeria’s persistent power sector woes are worsening, with fresh data showing that Geregu and Transcorp Power now owe gas suppliers read more Nigeria’s power crisis deepens as Geregu, Transcorp gas debts hit N216bn

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20 h. ago Mbah presents certificate, staff of office to Igwe Aloysius Ogbonna

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has presented a certificate of recognition and staff of office to the newly elected traditional ruler of Ogugu Ntu-Egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu Local Government Area,, Igwe Aloysius Ogbonna. It was gathered that the recognition has officially restored traditional leadership to the community after a […] The post Mbah presents certificate, staff of office to Igwe Aloysius Ogbonna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Easter tragedy: Gombe Police set to prosecute truck friver for killing 5 during procession

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe State Police Command has confirmed plans to arraign a truck driver accused of killing five people during an Easter procession in Billiri Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The tragic incident occurred when a truck lost control and rammed into a group of Christian worshippers participating in a […] The post Easter tragedy: Gombe Police set to prosecute truck friver for killing 5 during procession appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago AMIAF’s art economy: Over 100 artists set for Lagos festival

By Henry Akubuiro Since its debut four years ago, the 2025 edition of ArtMiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) is expected to be one of the largest gatherings of artists, galleriests and facilitators in Nigeria. The fourth edition also comes with an overriding focus on the economy of art. Themed Artconomy – Redefining the Global Art […] The post AMIAF’s art economy: Over 100 artists set for Lagos festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a bid to prevent more Nigerians from falling victims to Ponzi schemes, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it conducted a sensitization campaign at Wuse Market on Friday. Led by its Director General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC team distributed informational flyers and engaged traders on the risks associated […] The post Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago PenCom partners NERC to enforce pension compliance among GENCOs, DISCOs

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has enlisted the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to help enforce pension compliance among electricity Generation Companies (GENCOs) and Distribution Companies (DISCOs) that have defaulted on pension remittances for their employees. According to a statement from PenCom, it’s Director General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, led a delegation […] The post PenCom partners NERC to enforce pension compliance among GENCOs, DISCOs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Nigeria’s digital titans to be crowned as 50MVPs set to ignite Lagos

By Chinenye Anuforo The digital revolution in Nigeria is about to get its due recognition as the highly anticipated “50 Most Valuable Personalities (50MVPs) in Nigeria’s Digital Economy 2025” prepares to take center stage on May 22, 2025. This landmark event, planned to be hosted at the BON Hotel in Ikeja GRA, Lagos, promises to […] The post Nigeria’s digital titans to be crowned as 50MVPs set to ignite Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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