58 m. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Court Clears Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Of Armed Robbery Charge

A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court on Thursday struck out an armed robbery charge filed against 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. The Magistrate, Adetola Olorunfemi freed Quadri following the legal advice […]

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2 h. ago Chidinma Opens Defence In Alleged Murder Of Late Super TV Boss

The prime suspect in the murder of Usifo Ataga, the chief executive officer of Super TV, Chidinma Ojukwu, on Thursday, told Justice Yetunde Adesanya of the Lagos State High Court sitting at Tafa Balewa Square that she was not responsible for the death of the deceased. Ojukwu, the former 300-level Mass Communication student of the […]

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2 h. ago Uromi 16: Edo police chief calms tensions, vows no reprisal attacks

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The new Edo State Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, has assured that there will be no reprisal attacks arising from the killing of the 16 hunters in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. The police chief gave the assurance during his visit to the Nigeria Union […] The post Uromi 16: Edo police chief calms tensions, vows no reprisal attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu

Minister of Power, Adedayo Adelabu, has claimed that 150 million Nigerians now have access to uninterrupted electricity, while 80 million still lack reliable power. Speaking on Thursday during the 2025 Ministerial Sectoral Update Conference in Abuja, Adelabu explained that the country  is making significant progress in power generation and distribution. He attributed the feat to […] The post 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Kaduna Court Remands 4 Security Guards Over Death Of SS2 Student

Four personnel of Kaduna State Vigilance Service (KADVIS) have been ordered to be remanded in a correctional centre by a Chief Magistrate Court over the murder of one Ahmed Musa. Musa, a Senior Secondary School 2 student of Government Technical College Malali in Kaduna North local government area of Kaduna State was brutally murdered on […]

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5 h. ago Over 1.9 million students to sit for Nigeria’s first digital WASSCE

In a major technological shift, the West African Examinations Council has introduced the first-ever Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates. According to the council, it is aimed at improving examination delivery and curbing malpractice. Speaking during a press briefing held at the WAEC National Office in Yaba, Lagos, on Thursday, Head Read More

Politics

6 h. ago PICTORIAL: CDS Musa Breaks Fast With Armed Forces Personnel, Calls For Unity Of Purpose

In line with his people-centric leadership style, the Chief of Defence (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on Wednesday, joined members of the Armed Forces to break the ongoing Christian Fast. A statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the event was the initiative of the CDS for both Christian […]

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7 h. ago First Look: Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux shine in royal purple ahead of traditional wedding

As anticipation builds for the traditional wedding, the internet has just been treated to the very first official photos of Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, and her groom, Tanzanian music star Juma Jux. In the viral shots making waves online, the stunning couple is seen in coordinated royal purple traditional attire, radiating Read More

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7 h. ago Eko DisCo to shut down payment services for 10 hours on April 22

Prepaid customers of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) will experience a 10-hour service downtime on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, read more Eko DisCo to shut down payment services for 10 hours on April 22

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7 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Threatens To Involve Deity Over DNA Test

Hellen Ati, the Kenyan lady who has consistently claimed that popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest fathered her child, has now vowed to take the matter to a shrine. The woman, who has been calling on the celebrity barman to submit to a DNA test, expressed frustration over his refusal to acknowledge her demand. Cubana Chief […] The post Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Threatens To Involve Deity Over DNA Test appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) issued a statement on Wednesday explaining its call for Southern Nigerian governors to act swiftly on President Bola Tinubu’s security directive. Signed by Chairman Emmanuel Enebeli and Secretary Shedrack Onitsha, the statement called on governors, as chief security officers, to prioritise protecting lives and […] The post Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Insecurity: Zamfara Elders Berate Gov Lawal For ‘Hijacking’ Federal Gov’t Credit

The Zamfara State Elders Forum has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for attempting to take credit for recent security improvements in the North-West, accusing him of political opportunism and failing to deliver on his campaign promises. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Zamfara Elders Forum, through its secretary, Dr Alhaji Umaru Yusuf Tsafe, described the […]

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9 h. ago PDP crisis deepens as Okpebholo predicts imminent collapse of party

From Tony Osauzo, Benin On Wednesday, April 16, Chief Dan Orbih, South-South National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), intensified the Edo State PDP crisis by donating a new state secretariat at 175 Airport Road, Benin City, and publicly denouncing the Dr Tony Aziegbemi-led Caretaker Committee. Orbih accused the committee of collaborating with […] The post PDP crisis deepens as Okpebholo predicts imminent collapse of party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Savant Artist Toby Seeks Support Fund For Persons With Special Needs

Multi-talented autistic artist, Tobechi Achionye, fondly known as Toby, has called for the creation of a support fund to ensure inclusive education, therapy, creative empowerment, and awareness programmes for persons with special needs. Toby made the call during a world news conference to mark the 2025 Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month on Tuesday in Abuja. […]

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10 h. ago Zamfara clears N1bn KEDCO debt, expands electrification agency’s mandate

The Zamfara Government has settled a debt of N1 billion owed to the Kaduna Electric Distribution Company. The government also expanded the mandates of the newly established Zamfara Electrification Agency to include improving power supply to unserved and underserved communities in the state. The pioneer Executive Secretary of ZEA, Muzammil Idris, disclosed this in an Read More

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13 h. ago “Wike Not PDP’s Problem” – Dan Orbih Reveals Real Causes Of Party’s Trouble

Chief Dan Orbih, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Vice Chairman for the South-South, has stated that the challenges facing the party stem from those who continually seek presidential tickets without adhering to the party’s constitutional provisions, rather than from Minister Nyesom Wike. Speaking in Benin City on Wednesday during the inauguration of a new […] The post “Wike Not PDP’s Problem” – Dan Orbih Reveals Real Causes Of Party’s Trouble appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago NUJ To Introduce Media Enhancement Bill For Journalists’ Welfare

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has announced plans to develop a media enhancement bill to improve the welfare of its members. The national president of NUJ, Alhassan Abdullahi, said this on Tuesday during the 2025 Easter Cantata Concert in Abuja. The concert, organised by the NUJ Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, is themed “Renewal […]

Economics

14 h. ago Nigeria needs 2,000 actuaries to support financial sector — FRC

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria has emphasised the need for at least 2,000 actuaries to support the country’s financial sector growth. The PUNCH Online reports that currently, Nigeria has only 28 qualified actuaries, which is grossly inadequate for a nation of its size. The Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of FRC, Dr Rabiu Olowo, stated Read More

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14 h. ago Afenifere faction slams FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, ‘Tell Your Papa’

A faction of Pan-Yoruba sociopolitical organisation, Afenifere loyal to the leadership of Late Chief Ayo Adebanjo, has upbraided President Bola Tinubu over the ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song “Tell Your Papa”. Afenifere, in a statement on Wednesday signed by its acting Chairman and National Publicity Secretary, Oba Oladipo Olaitan and Justice Faloye, said that the Read More

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