3 h. ago Falana, Others Raise Alarm Over Threats To Gani Fawehinmi’s Family

Human rights activists, including prominent figures such as Femi Falana, Lanre Arogundade, and Edetaen Ojo, have raised alarms over threats directed at the family of the late human rights lawyer, Gani Fawehinmi. Their concern stems from the construction of a four-storey hotel situated dangerously close to the boundary of the Fawehinmi residence in Ikeja GRA, […] The post Falana, Others Raise Alarm Over Threats To Gani Fawehinmi’s Family appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos Info Commissioner Omotoso Attends 17th Headies Awards Ceremony

The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, was among the notable attendees who arrived at the 17th edition of The Headies Awards, currently taking place at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, themed “Back to Base” and “Apologetically African,” celebrates the richness of African music and marks a […]

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6 h. ago Delta Police Neutralize Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK

No fewer than five suspected kidnappers terrorizing Ubulu-Uku, Issele-Uku, Issele-Asagba have been neutralized by operatives of Delta State Police Command. In a statement on Sunday by the Command’s Spokesman, Bright Edafe, disclosed that security agents stormed one of their hideouts in Agu-Amawbia forest, where they recovered one Ak-47 rifle, and 132 rounds of live ammunition. […] The post Delta Police Neutralize Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK-47 Rifles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Delta police neutralise five kidnappers, recover arms, 140 rounds

From Christopher Oji The Delta State Police Command neutralised five suspected kidnappers, including gang leader Bello Abubakar, in a fierce gun battle on April 21. The command recovered three AK-47 rifles and 140 rounds of ammunition from the notorious gang terrorising Ubulu-Uku, Issele-Uku, Issele-Asagba, and environs. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) CSP Edafe Bright stated, […] The post Delta police neutralise five kidnappers, recover arms, 140 rounds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Kaduna: DSS arrests 54 suspects, including bandits and gunrunners

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State Command of the Department of State Services (DSS) conducted 34 successful operations in the first quarter of 2025, arresting 54 suspects, including serving security operatives, and recovering a large cache of arms and ammunition. Governor Uba Sani praised President Bola Tinubu for appointing Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi as DSS […] The post Kaduna: DSS arrests 54 suspects, including bandits and gunrunners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago We were treated like criminals – The unjust abuse of five Nigerian travelers in Cape Verde

Cape Verde advertises itself as a peaceful island paradise. What they don’t say is that at the Sal Airport, Nigerians read more We were treated like criminals – The unjust abuse of five Nigerian travelers in Cape Verde

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10 h. ago Ndlea raids hotel in Victoria Island, recovers cannabis worth over N1bn

An 80-room new hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, used as cover for distributing illicit substances has been raided by operatives read more Ndlea raids hotel in Victoria Island, recovers cannabis worth over N1bn

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15 h. ago Rainstorm wrecks NYSC Yikpata camp, destroys millions in property

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A powerful rainstorm struck the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Yikpata, Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, on Saturday, April 26, causing extensive damage to facilities and properties worth millions of naira. The heavy rainfall, coupled with strong winds, devastated the camp’s infrastructure. An anonymous source at the […] The post Rainstorm wrecks NYSC Yikpata camp, destroys millions in property appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Lagos Taskforce Nabs 52 Suspects During Nighttime Island Clean

The Lagos State Environmental Taskforce has apprehended 52 individuals during a late-night clean-up operation focused on clearing Lagos Island of criminal elements. Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner of the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, confirmed this in a statement issued on Saturday via X. Wahab stated that the taskforce began its enforcement operation around 12:35 a.m. […] The post Lagos Taskforce Nabs 52 Suspects During Nighttime Island Clean-Up appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have busted a storage facility where dangerous weapons are being kept and recovered some firearms in the Ikot Ekpene local government area of the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, Timfon John, on Saturday, disclosed that a joint operation led by security agents resulted in the […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police raid Nasarawa black spot, recover pistol, arrest suspect

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Buhari Mustapha and recovered a firearm during a raid on a known black spot, popularly called “Me and You”, in the Masaka area of Karu Local Government Area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Ramhan Nansel […] The post Police raid Nasarawa black spot, recover pistol, arrest suspect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture

From Philip Nwosu On Friday, April 25, leaders from governance, academia, civil society, and media gathered at Wetland Hotel in Ughelli, Delta State, for the second Advocate Publication Ltd Annual Lecture Series. Themed “Between Governance and Politics: The Delicate Balancing to Ensure Growth and Development,” the event explored Nigeria’s growing divide between politics and governance. […] The post Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Kano uncovers 247 ghost workers, recovers N28m in March vouchers

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State government has uncovered a total of over N28 mllion fraudulent salary payments in its March 2025 workers payroll. Musa Tanko Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Secretary to the State Government, said this figure involved fraudulent salary payments to individuals who are deceased or who have long retired from the […] The post Kano uncovers 247 ghost workers, recovers N28m in March vouchers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Ogun Police Arrest Three Suspects, Recover Human Parts From Buildings Disguised As White Garment Churches

Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have uncovered human body parts concealed inside buildings disguised as Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Kobape town and Abiola Way in Abeokuta. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the discovery was made following the arrest of three suspects, identified as Sunday Akintobi, Oladimeji Olaniran, and Isaiah Tijani. They were apprehended on […] The post Ogun Police Arrest Three Suspects, Recover Human Parts From Buildings Disguised As White Garment Churches appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 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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41 h. ago How this island went from luxury cars and free healthcare to economic struggles

Once considered the richest country in the world per capita, Nauru, a small island nation in Micronesia, now faces economic read more How this island went from luxury cars and free healthcare to economic struggles

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42 h. ago Continental Hotel Celebrates Workers’ Day, Commits To Personnel Welfare

Continental Hotel’s emphasis on employee welfare and development has created a positive work environment, driving exceptional service and memorable experiences for guests. The cluster director, Human Resources, Continental Hotels, Niyi Agoro, who disclosed this as part of the company’s efforts to celebrate Workers’ Day, said its  commitment to employee welfare is a key factor in […]

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43 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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47 h. ago ‘Positive business clime creating healthy hospitality industry in Nigeria’

By Okorie Uguru The General Manager of Lagos Continental Hotel, Mr  Christoph Schleissing has said the relative stable business climate in Nigeria is creating a conducive environment for top hospitality outfits like  the Lagos Continental Hotel to thrive.  He explained that in the last few months between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, the […] The post ‘Positive business clime creating healthy hospitality industry in Nigeria’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George

With rising defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including significant exits in Delta State. Party chieftain Chief Bode George expressed confidence that the PDP would recover and emerge stronger after its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for May 15. Speaking to newsmen, George addressed the party’s challenges, particularly the high-profile departures, such […] The post Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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