4 h. ago Anambra Police Apprehend Man For Alleged Rape, Killing Of Teenage Boy

Operatives of Anambra State Police Command have arrested a suspect, identified as Chidiebere Mbene, for allegedly killing a secondary school student, Nwokedi Somtochukwu, and raping the victim’s sister. It was gathered that Mr. Mbene invaded the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Nwokedi, the deceased’s parent, who are said to be teachers in Unubi community, Nnewi […] The post Anambra Police Apprehend Man For Alleged Rape, Killing Of Teenage Boy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Easter: Faith Leaders Urged to Promote Tolerance, Shared Values

As Christians worldwide commemorate Easter, people of all religious faiths have been urged to take advantage of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion to reflect on the imperative of sacrifice and religious tolerance in serving God and promoting love among the diverse people of the world. Chairman of Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners (GIMP), Mr. Abdulkarim Abdulmalik in […]

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8 h. ago Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns

By Oluseye Ojo Residents and leaders of Itasa community in Oyo State have raised the alarm over the operations of a mining company they claimed poses a significant threat to their safety and environment. During a recent visit to the mining site, community leaders expressed their urgent need for the Federal Government to compel the […] The post Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Forensic performance audit necessary to revamp energy sector –CIFCFIN

The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN), has said for Nigeria to experience sustainable power supply, the energy sector needs a comprehensive forensic performance audit. The proposed audit would cut across financial management, operational performance, resource allocation, infrastructure management, asset integrity and value for money. The CIFCFIN’s President and Chairman, […] The post Forensic performance audit necessary to revamp energy sector –CIFCFIN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms

By Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has secured the approval of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its certification programs. This serves as part of its efforts to enhance professional capacity and credibility within the nation’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson […] The post Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Babcock deliberate in embedding entrepreneurial mindset in students— Ajibade

as 2025 edition of University Entrepreneurship Week holds Babcock University has reaffirmed that the institution is now more deliberate than read more Babcock deliberate in embedding entrepreneurial mindset in students— Ajibade

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27 h. ago Davido’s Fifth Album ‘5ive’ Hits Streaming Platforms With Diverse Collaborations

The highly awaited album “5ive” by award-winning Nigerian musician Davido has been released. Originally scheduled for release on March 14, the 17-track project finally made its way into streaming platforms early on Friday morning. The project features Jamaican artists 450 and Shensea, South African musician Musa Keys, American stars Chris Brown and Becky G, as […] The post Davido’s Fifth Album ‘5ive’ Hits Streaming Platforms With Diverse Collaborations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Kaduna Court Remands Four Vigilante Operatives Over Killing Of Secondary School Student

A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Kabala Doki, Kaduna State has remanded four personnel of Kaduna State Vigilance Service in prison over murder of a secondary school student in the state. It was gathered that the local security agents, identified as Timothy Abba, Joseph Ogoni, Bulus Adamu, and Francis Adamu, allegedly killed one Ahmed Musa, an […] The post Kaduna Court Remands Four Vigilante Operatives Over Killing Of Secondary School Student appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Soneye Named NIPR Spokesperson Of The Year For Transforming NNPCL Communications

The chief corporate communications officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Olufemi Soneye, has been honoured as the 2025 Spokesperson of the Year by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). The award was presented during a prestigious ceremony in Abuja on Wednesday night, following a rigorous evaluation of Nigeria’s most accomplished […]

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30 h. ago 4 Suspects Remanded In Correctional Centre Over Murder Of SS2 Student

Four suspects who are security personnel of Kaduna State vigilance service (KADVIS), have been remanded in a correctional centre over the murder of Ahmed Musa, an SS2 student of Government Technical College Malali in Kaduna North local government area of Kaduna State, who was brutally killed and his body found within the school premises. It […]

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31 h. ago When Security Agencies Become Saboteurs Of National Interest

The fiercest battles are not always fought on distant frontlines or along rugged terrains—they often rage within the very institutions meant to protect a nation. Nigeria’s worsening security quagmire is not just about external threats like insurgency or banditry. It is about something far more insidious: interagency rivalry, misaligned priorities, and the disturbing emergence of […]

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33 h. ago Tighten your sanctions compliance framework, CBN orders banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a fresh regulatory directive to banks, payment service banks, and fintech companies, warning them to tighten their sanctions compliance frameworks or face enforcement actions. In a circular dated April 17, 2025, signed by Amonia Opusunju for the Director, Compliance Department, the apex bank reminded all financial institutions of Read More

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34 h. ago Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Medical experts have expressed growing concern over the increasing threats to newborn and child health in Nigeria and across parts of West Africa, citing socio-economic and cultural challenges that continue to undermine survival rates. The warning was issued yesterday during a virtual media review on Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health in […] The post Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Echoes From Nasarawa Retreat For Political Appointees, Public Officers

Penultimate Monday, the Nasarawa State Government organised a retreat with the intent of equipping political appointees with the technical knowledge to be able discharge their responsibilities effectively. The retreat which was in collaboration with the country’s elite management development institution, the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), attracted top notch facilitators including the body’s Director […]

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36 h. ago Delta committed to preserving cultural heritage – Oborevwori

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the preservation and promotion of the state’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, describing cultural festivals as vital tools for sustaining indigenous identity. Oborevwori made this known on Thursday while receiving the President and leadership of the Organisation for the Advancement of Anioma Culture, who Read More

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36 h. ago CBN: Bank recapitalisation aligns monetary, fiscal policies with FG’s economic vision

By Michael Nwadike The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) decision to embark on the recapitalisation of banks was to align monetary, fiscal policies with the Federal Government’s vision of prosperity for Nigerians and the economy. The recapitalisation which is underway, is recording significant successes, with the raising of capital by many banks and a surge […] The post CBN: Bank recapitalisation aligns monetary, fiscal policies with FG’s economic vision appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Yobe Hisbah, World Bank hold interfaith dialogue for peaceful coexistence

The Yobe State Hisbah Commission, in partnership with the Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project, has organised a one-day dialogue between Muslims and Christians in Potiskum and Nangere local government areas on Friday. The event aimed to strengthen peaceful coexistence between adherents of the two major religions, promoting global best practices, rule of law, and teachings of Read More

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40 h. ago Nigerian Petroleum Engineers Institute To Drive Oil Industry Growth

The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has announced plans to rebrand as the Nigerian Institute of Petroleum and Gas Engineers, as part of a strategic move to enhance professionalism and drive growth in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson of NiPeTE, Engr. Prisca Kanebi, disclosed this […]

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40 h. ago NNPCL’s Olufemi Soneye clinches NIPR spokesperson of the year honour

The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Olufemi Soneye, has been honoured as the 2025 Spokesperson of the Year by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).  The award was presented during a prestigious ceremony in Abuja on Wednesday night, following a rigorous evaluation of Nigeria’s most accomplished […] The post NNPCL’s Olufemi Soneye clinches NIPR spokesperson of the year honour appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Women minister hails historic female leadership of Anele in Army, Abudu in global media

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a landmark moment for women’s advancement in Nigeria, Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has congratulated Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia on her historic appointment as the Nigerian Army’s Acting Director of Public Relations—the first woman ever to hold the position in the institution’s over 50-year history. The minister also […] The post Women minister hails historic female leadership of Anele in Army, Abudu in global media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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