94 m. ago Food insecurity to worsen as terrorists amplify bloody battle in North

…fear grips farmers ahead of rainy season As Boko Haram insurgents and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters read more Food insecurity to worsen as terrorists amplify bloody battle in North-East

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3 h. ago Governor Makinde Approves N3.5bn Contract For Rural Market Modernization

Oyo State Government has secured a N3.5 billion contract for the first phase of upgrading three rural markets under the Oyo State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (OY-RAAMP). This project aims to enhance agricultural productivity and market access for farmers and traders by modernizing key rural markets across the state. The markets identified for […] The post Governor Makinde Approves N3.5bn Contract For Rural Market Modernization appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago SSANU Demands Direct Disbursement Of N50bn Earned Allowances To Universities

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has called on the Federal Government to channel the recently approved N50 billion earned allowances directly to universities, rather than distributing the funds through labour unions. Speaking on Sunday, SSANU’s National President, Mohammed Haruna Ibrahim, raised concerns over potential bias in the allocation process, warning that favouring […] The post SSANU Demands Direct Disbursement Of N50bn Earned Allowances To Universities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has joined the growing list of public figures calling for the release of popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The activist was reportedly arrested on Friday in Abuja by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via his […] The post Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago “Exiting Nigeria Won’t Erase Your Liabilities” – FCCPC To Meta

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned Meta Platforms Inc. that any threat to withdraw its services from Nigeria will not exempt it from ongoing legal obligations and regulatory consequences. In a statement released on Saturday by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Corporate Affairs at the FCCPC, the commission described Meta’s position as […] The post “Exiting Nigeria Won’t Erase Your Liabilities” – FCCPC To Meta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Nigeria Has Become Laughing Stock Among Nations, Says Imasuangbon

  Former Edo State governorship candidate on the platform of Labour Party (LP) and philanthropist, Barrister Kenneth Imasuangbon, who turned 59 weekend, has decried the state of Nigeria’s security and economy, warning that the country was losing global respect as a result. Imasuangbon said that the level of insecurity in Nigeria has become a national […]

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49 h. ago Insecurity: Any Attempt By Terror Group To Destabilize Nigeria Will Be Resisted – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has issued warning to individuals or groups seeking to destabilise Nigeria, saying that the country will not bow to fear, terror, or treachery. Tinubu led this out on Friday, during a morale-boosting visit to frontline troops in Katsina State. The Former governor of Lagos State emphasised that those who threaten Nigeria whether […] The post Insecurity: Any Attempt By Terror Group To Destabilize Nigeria Will Be Resisted – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has warned it may shut down operations in Nigeria following a tribunal... read more Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

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63 h. ago Coalition Slams ‘Faceless Critics’ Spreading Lies Against Defence Minister Matawalle

The association of six geopolitical zones comprising retired security officers, paramilitary personnel, and community security professionals, has issued a strong warning against what it described as “faceless and desperate” individuals spreading false narratives to undermine the efforts of the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle. In a statement signed by its chairman, Dr […]

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66 h. ago Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja As Nigeria joins the global community to mark the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) has urged media professionals to critically assess the state of press freedom in the country, particularly in light of the rapid digital transformation and the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. […] The post Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago AfDB chief urges Nigeria to industrialise critical minerals for growth

warns of export shocks, backs value-added production African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina has urged Nigeria to industrialise around read more AfDB chief urges Nigeria to industrialise critical minerals for growth

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67 h. ago CAN warns against unauthorised media actions from states, region, other officials

insists only the president authorised to speak on national issues From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The national leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned its members at regional or state level against issuing media statements or other media actions on national issues without its permission. It insisted that only the national president of […] The post CAN warns against unauthorised media actions from states, region, other officials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago I’ll Never Spray Money Again, Almost Got Jailed Last Year – Cubana Chief Priest

Nigerian businessman and socialite, Cubana Chief Priest, has warned his fellow elites to refrain from spraying money at public events, cautioning that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is actively targeting individuals for such acts. In a post marking the start of the new month, Cubana Chief Priest advised well-known businessmen and celebrities to […] The post I’ll Never Spray Money Again, Almost Got Jailed Last Year – Cubana Chief Priest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Katsina Farmers Face Unprecedented Hardship From Bandits – NLC

The Katsina State chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Hussaini Hamisu Yanduna, said farmers in the state have suffered unimaginable hardship due to persistent armed banditry. He disclosed this during the 2025 Workers‘ Day celebrations held in Katsina. Speaking on behalf of the organised labour at a colourful rally attended by dignitaries, including […]

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3 d. ago Union threatens strike against Turkish Airlines over alleged victimisation

•Rejects airport concession, 50% IGR deduction By Chinelo Obogo The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has said it will declare an industrial action against Turkish Airlines over its alleged victimisation of union members. NUATE President, Ben Nnabue, issued the warning during his address at the 2025 Workers’ Day celebrations. He accused Turkish Airlines’ […] The post Union threatens strike against Turkish Airlines over alleged victimisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tiv farmers in Obi protest alleged land seizure, reject Sule’s plea for dialogue

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Tiv farmers from eight communities in Obi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, staged a protest on Thursday, May 1, against the alleged forceful seizure of their ancestral farmlands by the state government. The protesters, from Ayakeke, Osula, China, Shankodi, Udugh, Ikychiha, Utsuwa, and Daura, demanded justice and urged Governor Abdullahi Sule […] The post Tiv farmers in Obi protest alleged land seizure, reject Sule’s plea for dialogue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Customs seizes ₦921bn in fake drugs, drones, warns importers on compliance

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted fake, expired, and unregistered pharmaceuticals, alongside controlled equipment including drones and telecommunication devices, valued at ₦921 billion at Apapa Port. Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Adewale Adeniyi announced this during a press briefing on Wednesday, April 30, warning importers to comply with regulations. “Our seizures […] The post Customs seizes ₦921bn in fake drugs, drones, warns importers on compliance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago SEC Warns Nigerians Against Investing In Suspected Ponzi Platform Tofro

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has uncovered a suspected illegal investment platform identified as Tofro.Com (Tofro), warning Nigerians against falling for their antics by obtaining their money through promise of high returns. The commission raised the alarm in a notice issued on Thursday and made available to journalists. In the notice, SEC warned that […]

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3 d. ago Kaduna agric interventions second to none, says commissioner

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has significantly boosted agriculture, surpassing all previous administrations through increased funding, new schemes, and enhanced farmer support. Commissioner for Agriculture Alhaji Murtala Dabo, speaking at a quarterly ministerial press briefing, revealed that the 2025 budget allocates N74.2 billion to agriculture, representing 9.36% of the total budget. […] The post Kaduna agric interventions second to none, says commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Livestock Feeds battles soaring input costs as profit plunges nearly 80%

Livestock Feeds Plc is feeling the heat from rising operational costs that have seen the Lagos-based feed manufacturer net income read more Livestock Feeds battles soaring input costs as profit plunges nearly 80%

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