9 h. ago Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The long-delayed N2.4 trillion Centenary City project in Abuja has officially resumed, with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc awarded a N750 billion contract for the first phase of primary infrastructure. The Managing Director of Centenary City Free Zone Enterprises, Dr Ike Odenigwe, confirmed this in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, saying the […] The post Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing

Tribune Online Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing The rescue operation has been aided by dam management efforts, which have held back the waters and significantly reduced the water level.... Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman

Tribune Online Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyo State Chapter, Mr Ibrahim Lawal, has said there is the need to respect autonomy and rights in the country. Lawal stated this on Tuesday at the 9th Annual / 5th memorial lecture of L.L. Ali organised by the National Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Oyo State branch. […] Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Tribune Online

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14 h. ago “Nnamdi Kanu Acted On Emotions, Free Him” – Okon Lagos Appeals To FG

Nollywood star Ime Bishop Umoh, popularly known as Okon Lagos, has appealed to the Federal Government to free the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Speaking on a recent episode of The Clarity Zone podcast, posted on X on Tuesday, the actor stressed that Kanu’s release would promote peace and […] The post “Nnamdi Kanu Acted On Emotions, Free Him” – Okon Lagos Appeals To FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Anambra Gov’t Sacks ‘Agunaechemba’ Operatives For Assaulting Female NYSC Member

  The Anambra State Government has dismissed operatives of the state ad-hoc security organisation “Udo Ga Chi” who were involved in stripping naked a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Jennifer Edema Elohor. Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Homeland Security, Prince Emeakayi disclosed this during an interview on Arise TV’s on […]

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15 h. ago Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death

Tribune Online Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death Nigerian Afrobeats star Naira Marley has announced that he will break his silence on the death of his former signee, Mohbad, in an exclusive interview scheduled for... Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death Tribune Online

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16 h. ago APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja   A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Abia State chapter, Prince Paul Ikonne, has challenged the state governor, Alex Otti, on the claims of spending N54 billion on school renovation. Governor Otti, last weekend during his monthly media chat, dismissed claims that N54 billion is missing from the state […] The post APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Police Sanction 5 Officers Seen Helping Kano Politician Sharing Cash In Viral Video

The Kano State Police Command has confirmed that disciplinary measures were being taken against five police officers captured in a viral video, allegedly aiding a politician in sharing cash to members of the public. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Command said following […]

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17 h. ago Katsina horror: Bandits massacre 13 worshippers in brutal mosque attack

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Terror attacks, which have virtually become synonymous with Katsina State, continued in the early hours of Tuesday when bandits stormed the Unguwan Mantau community, Malumfashi Local Government Area, killing 13 worshippers who were in solemn prayers in the mosque. The Katsina State government confirmed the development in a statement by the […] The post Katsina horror: Bandits massacre 13 worshippers in brutal mosque attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Mohbad: Agidigbo FM Resumes Airplay Of Naira Marley’s Songs After Two

Famous radio host Oriyomi Hamzat, owner of Agidigbo FM in Ibadan, Oyo State, has apologised to singer Naira Marley and announced that the station will resume playing his songs. The broadcaster had imposed the ban in September 2023, at the height of the controversy surrounding the death of Marley’s former artiste, Mohbad. At the time, […] The post Mohbad: Agidigbo FM Resumes Airplay Of Naira Marley’s Songs After Two-Year Ban As Hamzat Oriyomi Apologises To Singer appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police Arrest Two Men Over Alleged Vandalism At Construction Site In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two men over the alleged vandalism of iron materials at a construction site in Minna. The suspects, identified as Zubairu Sarki Bello and Sulaiman Yusuf, both residents of the Brighter area of Minna, were apprehended on Saturday around 3:30 p.m. According to a statement issued […] The post Police Arrest Two Men Over Alleged Vandalism At Construction Site In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NFC dismisses Ali Nuhu’s death rumour, confirms actor is alive

Tribune Online NFC dismisses Ali Nuhu’s death rumour, confirms actor is alive In a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Brian Etuk, the regulatory agency clarified that Dr Nuhu is NFC dismisses Ali Nuhu’s death rumour, confirms actor is alive Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Nigerian Film Corporation reacts to reports of Ali Nuhu’s death

The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has refuted rumours of the death of its Managing Director, Ali Nuhu. Reports of the actor and filmmaker’s demise circulated on the internet on Monday after a Facebook user, Ifeoma Chigbo, posted a video claiming that he had died. She also expressed hope that the report was false. Subsequently, a […] The post Nigerian Film Corporation reacts to reports of Ali Nuhu’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Tinubu Betrayed Kwankwaso In Kano, Forget Their 2027 Alliance – Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Engr. Buba Galadima, has dismissed the possibility of an alliance between President Bola Tinubu and former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday night, Galadima accused the Tinubu-led administration of betraying Kwankwaso and […]

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26 h. ago Air strike: 62 kidnapped victims escape Katsina bandits’ den

Katsina State Government has confirmed that 62 kidnapped victims escaped following an air strike on the camp of a notorious bandits’ kingpin, Muhammadu Fulani in Danmusa Local Government  of the state. Nasir Mu’azu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, confirmed the development in a statement, on Monday in Katsina. The Nigeria Air Force (NAF) […] The post Air strike: 62 kidnapped victims escape Katsina bandits’ den appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Governor Ododo Consoles APC National Chairman Over Mother’s Demise

Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, over the death of his mother, Mama Lydia Goshwe Yilwatda. In a condolence letter signed by the governor, Ododo described the passing away of Mama Lydia as “a […]

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32 h. ago APC, PDP under fire as Falana warns of global fallout from Canada’s terrorism judgment

Tribune Online APC, PDP under fire as Falana warns of global fallout from Canada’s terrorism judgment While dismissing his appeal, the Canadian court held that the APC and PDP, through their conduct during elections, had engaged in acts amounting to terrorism and subversion of democratic institutions under Canadian law. APC, PDP under fire as Falana warns of global fallout from Canada’s terrorism judgment Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Single Mothers Alone Cannot Raise Boys Into Proper Men – Jim Iyke

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has caused a stir by insisting that single mothers need male involvement to raise boys into proper men. In a recent interview with Okay 101.7 FM in Accra, Ghana, posted on X on Monday, the actor stated that women are not “built” to raise boys alone and emphasised the need for […] The post Single Mothers Alone Cannot Raise Boys Into Proper Men – Jim Iyke appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago 62 Kidnapped Victims Escape Captivity During Air Force Operation In Katsina

The Katsina State government has confirmed the dramatic escape of 62 kidnapped victims following a targeted Nigerian Air Force (NAF) operation against notorious bandit Muhammadu Fulani. The airstrike destroyed his camp in Jigawa Sawai, Danmusa Local Government Area, a community bordering Zamfara State. Dr. Nasir Mu’azu, the Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home […] The post 62 Kidnapped Victims Escape Captivity During Air Force Operation In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago PRH Unveils African Billionaire Prateek Suri’s First Book ‘Gateway To Africa’

Penguin Random House (PRH), the world’s largest and most influential publishing house, has officially confirmed the release of ‘Gateway to Africa’, the debut autobiography of Indian-born entrepreneur and African billionaire, Prateek Suri. The announcement not only marks a literary milestone but also underscores a powerful global alliance between one of the world’s greatest storytellers in […]

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