3 h. ago Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval

By Sunday Ani Following the withdrawal of police escorts from the embattled Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, earlier today, a police source, who preferred anonymity, has revealed that it was due to a lack of valid approval. Earlier, Meranda’s Special Adviser on Information, Mr Victor Ganzallo, informed us that the […] The post Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nestlé posts N164.6bn net loss for 2024, on FX losses, interest rate

Nestle Nigeria posted a net loss of N164.6 billion for the 2024 financial year. This marks a 107 percent decline read more Nestlé posts N164.6bn net loss for 2024, on FX losses, interest rate

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4 h. ago APM accuses Osun of altering LG signatories, govt refutes claims

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has accused the Osun State Government of forcefully taking Finance Directors and Heads of Local Administration (HLAs) in the 30 Local Government Areas to an unknown location to change the signatories of council accounts. The state chairman of APM, Hon. Adewale Adebayo, in a statement made […] The post APM accuses Osun of altering LG signatories, govt refutes claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Enugu police foil robbery, kill suspect, recover stolen cars

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has successfully repelled an armed robbery attack, neutralised one suspect, arrested a car theft suspect, and recovered stolen vehicles, firearms, and other incriminating exhibits in multiple operations across the state. In a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, Daniel Ndukwe, the police detailed the […] The post Enugu police foil robbery, kill suspect, recover stolen cars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago WaterAid warns of polluted water’s threat to Nigeria’s growth

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Head of Programmes at WaterAid Nigeria, Nanpet Chuktu, at the ongoing annual water quality conference in Abuja, has lamented that access to clean and safe water remains a challenge for many Nigerians. Chuktu, who was represented by the Country Director, Evelyn Mere, said that clean and safe water is critical […] The post WaterAid warns of polluted water’s threat to Nigeria’s growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis

Things have taken an interesting turn at the Lagos State House of Assembly as the latest reports reveal that all security details assigned to Speaker Mojisola Meranda have been withdrawn. The Assembly has been embroiled in a crisis since the impeachment of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, and things came to a climax on Wednesday when […] The post Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Lagos Assembly Workers Remanded Over Alleged Assault On DSS Officers

A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the remand of three Lagos State House of Assembly workers in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) over alleged assault on its officers. The workers – Ibrahim Olanrewaju, Adetu Adekunle, and Fatimoh Adetola – were accused of conspiring to assault DSS officers while performing […] The post Lagos Assembly Workers Remanded Over Alleged Assault On DSS Officers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Angry youths on rampage as soldier allegedly kills one in Akwa Ibom

From Isaac Job, Uyo Angry youths in Ette, Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, have gone on the rampage after a soldier attached to Sterling Global Petrochemical Ltd allegedly killed one person in the area. Our correspondent gathered that the victim was shot dead by a soldier on guard at the company […] The post Angry youths on rampage as soldier allegedly kills one in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Elon Musk is US shadow president, operating as VP, says Dino Melaye

By Seyi Babalola Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has labeled the head of the United States, Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE, Elon Musk, as America’s shadow president. Melaye said Musk is also operating as the US Vice President. Posting on X, Melaye wrote: “Elon Musk is the real shadow president and operating vice president […] The post Elon Musk is US shadow president, operating as VP, says Dino Melaye appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago “Winning AFCON Title With Nigeria Was My Ultimate Goal” – Troost

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, has expressed his desire in winning one of the the most valued trophies in Africa. Ekong, in an interview with TalkSports on Wednesday, hoped he get the chance to win the Africa Cup of Nations title one day before he end his career with the national team. Recall that Nigeria […] The post “Winning AFCON Title With Nigeria Was My Ultimate Goal” – Troost-Ekong appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Michelle Trachtenberg, Buffy The Vampire Slayer Star, Dies At 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, an American actress who rose to prominence as a child in the 1990s and 2000s, has passed away at the age of 39. Police in Manhattan said they responded to an emergency call on Wednesday morning, and found Trachtenberg “unconscious and unresponsive”. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The American actress was […] The post Michelle Trachtenberg, Buffy The Vampire Slayer Star, Dies At 39 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nedu Denies Drug Trafficking, Fraud Allegations After VeryDarkMan Files Petitions In Three Countries

Nigerian social media critic VeryDarkMan has filed petitions against popular media personality Nedu Wazobia at the South African, Turkish, and Moroccan embassies. VeryDarkMan’s visits to the embassies were aimed at drawing attention to Nedu’s alleged involvement in drug trafficking and fraudulent activities within these countries. The critic shared a video of his visit on Instagram […] The post Nedu Denies Drug Trafficking, Fraud Allegations After VeryDarkMan Files Petitions In Three Countries appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Alleged Baby Mama Pushes For Paternity Test, Vows To Abandon Child At His Doorstep

Hellen Mutimu, the Kenyan woman who accused Cubana Chief Priest of an affair, has taken her paternity dispute with the Nigerian socialite to a new level. In January, Mutimu revealed that she had a brief encounter with Cubana Chief Priest in Lagos in April 2022, which led to her pregnancy with his child. She also […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Alleged Baby Mama Pushes For Paternity Test, Vows To Abandon Child At His Doorstep appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Alleged Terrorism: Nnamdi Kanu Petitions CJN Over Case Transfer 

Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has petitioned the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun over his pending transfer case. Kanu urged Justice Kekere Ekun to direct Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, to reassign his case to another judge with proper jurisdiction. The IPOB’s leader […] The post Alleged Terrorism: Nnamdi Kanu Petitions CJN Over Case Transfer  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ‘Lies Will Fade, Time Will Reveal Everything’ – Naira Marley Breaks Silence On Mohbad’s Death

Nigerian singer Naira Marley has issued a statement regarding the death of his former signee, Mohbad. In a post shared on X Wednesday evening, Marley accused individuals who were present at Mohbad’s death of betraying him. The CEO of Marlian Music claimed that he had reconciled with Mohbad prior to his death, stating that they […] The post ‘Lies Will Fade, Time Will Reveal Everything’ – Naira Marley Breaks Silence On Mohbad’s Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Femi Otedola Shares Photos From Visit With Wizkid, Burna Boy, Calls It A ‘True Privilege’

Nigerian billionaire businessman Femi Otedola recently hosted music superstars Wizkid and Burna Boy at his residence. On Wednesday the business mogul shared moments from the visit on his X page, expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to meet with two of Nigeria’s most influential musicians. He described the occasion as a “true privilege” and highlighted […] The post Femi Otedola Shares Photos From Visit With Wizkid, Burna Boy, Calls It A ‘True Privilege’ appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “Corrupt Foreigners Recruiting Young Nigerians Into Criminal Activities” – EFCC Boss Alleges

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has alleged that some organised foreign fraud syndicates are establishing their cells in Nigerian cities. In a statement on Wednesday by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, Mr. Olukoyede made the revelation while receiving participants of the Executive Intelligence Management Course from the […] The post “Corrupt Foreigners Recruiting Young Nigerians Into Criminal Activities” – EFCC Boss Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago USAID donated some drugs seized in Lagos, Abia markets – NAFDAC

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has revealed that USAID and UNFPA-donated antiretroviral drugs were among the 87 truckloads of banned, expired and substandard medicinal products it seized recently. NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, made the disclosure on Wednesday. She said the counterfeiters were after her life and those of […] The post USAID donated some drugs seized in Lagos, Abia markets – NAFDAC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Royal wars: Osun embroiled in conflicts as chieftaincy disputes rage in communities

BOLA BAMIGBOLA investigates the ongoing chieftaincy tussles across Osun State, exposing the violence, loss of lives, and destruction of property they leave in their wake Governor Ademola Adeleke took office in Osun State on November 27, 2022, and inherited the burden of upheaval of several chieftaincy tussles across the state from the immediate-past administration of Read More

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9 h. ago Nigerian schools should teach graduates to be wealth creators – Oborevwori

By John Ogunsemore The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has called for the effective redesign of academic curricular for graduates to have the technical know-how to be job and wealth creators. The governor made the call at the 4th Founder’s Day Celebration of the University of Delta, UNIDEL, Agbor, Delta State on Wednesday. He […] The post Nigerian schools should teach graduates to be wealth creators – Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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