2 h. ago Nigerian Government Expresses Concern Over Israeli Airstrike In Qatar, Calls For Restraint

The Federal Government pf Nigeria has expressed “deep concern” over reports of an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, on September 9, 2025, allegedly targeting senior members of Hamas leadership. This was contained in a press release signed by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, which read, ”The Federal Government of […]

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3 h. ago Supercomputer predicts Liverpool to retain Premier League title

Liverpool have been tipped as clear favourites to retain their Premier League title this season, according to CIES Football Observatory read more Supercomputer predicts Liverpool to retain Premier League title

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3 h. ago Bandits Attack Police Checkpoint In Kogi, Kill Three Officers

Tragedy struck on Wednesday morning in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, when heavily armed bandits launched an attack on a police checkpoint, killing three officers. The incident reportedly occurred at the Ofili Police Checkpoint along the Egbe–Okunran–Pategi Road, leaving residents in shock and raising fresh concerns about the growing insecurity in Okunland. […] The post Bandits Attack Police Checkpoint In Kogi, Kill Three Officers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Customs reforms key to unlocking Africa’s global trade potential – CGC Adeniyi

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has declared that reforms in customs administration are no longer optional but essential for Africa to unlock its potential and improve the competitiveness of exporters on the global stage. CGC Adeniyi made the declaration at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers, […] The post Customs reforms key to unlocking Africa’s global trade potential – CGC Adeniyi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Diphtheria Outbreak In Niger State Claims Lives Of Children In Agaie, Bida

A diphtheria outbreak in Agaie and Bida Local Government Areas of Niger State has reportedly claimed the lives of at least ten children admitted at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Bida. According to Daily Post, the outbreak was first noticed over two weeks ago. Initial records indicated five deaths, but the figure later increased, with […] The post Diphtheria Outbreak In Niger State Claims Lives Of Children In Agaie, Bida appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NFF Dismisses Reports Of FIFA Clearing South Africa Over Player Ineligibility Controversy

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports indicating that FIFA has cleared South Africa of any wrongdoing in the player ineligibility saga involving Teboho Mokoena. Ademola Olajire, the NFF’s Director of Communications, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday that no official communication has been received from FIFA regarding the matter. […]

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4 h. ago Oyedele debunks claims of secret new tax law by Tinubu administration

Highlights efforts to simplify taxation, build accountability From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, on Wednesday, September 10, dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu’s administration introduced a new tax law in secret. Speaking at a One-Day Training on the New Tax Laws for State […] The post Oyedele debunks claims of secret new tax law by Tinubu administration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago EFCC quizzes Mele Kyari over alleged ‘financial misappropriation’

The former group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari, is reportedly being quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over financial misappropriation. The development was revealed by a source inside the EFCC, adding that the funds were meant for the maintenance of the three state-owned refineries […] The post EFCC quizzes Mele Kyari over alleged ‘financial misappropriation’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Denies Rebuking Ekong, Dessers Over 1

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has distanced itself from a controversial press release that singled out Captain Troost Ekong and Cyriel Dessers for blame following the Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. Nigeria needed a victory to maintain their hopes of securing […]

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November

Tribune Online Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November Nigeria’s first clearing and settlement house, has received strong backing from capital market regulators and operators for its transition to a T+2 settlement cycle in Nigeria Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November Tribune Online

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6 h. ago WCQ: NFF Blasts Ekong, Dessers For Super Eagles’ Stalemate In South Africa

  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has criticised Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers after Tuesday’s 1-1 draw with South Africa in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. The federation also faulted captain William Troost-Ekong for his role in the disappointing result, which further dented Nigeria’s qualification hopes. The Eagles went into the game needing a victory […] The post WCQ: NFF Blasts Ekong, Dessers For Super Eagles’ Stalemate In South Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago [VIDEO] ‘It Is Not Possible,’ Afegbua Laughs Off Obi’s Single

He claimed, “nobody should tell you he's coming from the south to spend four years because for me that is just like telling a bogus lie"  The post [VIDEO] ‘It Is Not Possible,’ Afegbua Laughs Off Obi’s Single-Term Proposal appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago GenCo Tripping Triggers National Grid Collapse — Systems Operator

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has reported that the national electricity grid experienced a collapse at 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday. Today’s collapse makes it the eighth time that the national electricity grid has collapsed so far in 2025. According to the NISO management, the disruption was caused by the tripping of a Generation Company […]

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9 h. ago CSCS gets regulators, operators support for T+2 settlement from November

The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has received strong backing from capital market regulators and operators for its transition read more CSCS gets regulators, operators support for T+2 settlement from November

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10 h. ago How Trump, UN, other world leaders reacted to Israel’s strike on Qatar

Tribune Online How Trump, UN, other world leaders reacted to Israel’s strike on Qatar According to the White House, Trump had instructed his aide Steve Witkoff to alert Qatari authorities about the strike, but the message reportedly arrived too late. How Trump, UN, other world leaders reacted to Israel’s strike on Qatar Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Oyo Allocates ₦110m For Falconets’ World Cup Qualifier In Ibadan

Oyo State Government has approved the sum of N110million to hosting Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national football team, the Falconets, ahead of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda. The Falconets will play the return-leg match against Rwanda Saturday, September 27, at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, Oyo State capital. The […]

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10 h. ago Osun govt relocates viral electricity pole in middle of reconstructed road

Tribune Online Osun govt relocates viral electricity pole in middle of reconstructed road "We want to make it clear that the relocation of electricity poles was not included in the bill of quantities for this project... Osun govt relocates viral electricity pole in middle of reconstructed road Tribune Online

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11 h. ago AEDC addresses national grid collapse, reveals restoration process

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has addressed the national grid collapse, which occurred on Wednesday. According to reports, the megawatt (MW) generated dropped from 2,917.83 (MW) to 1.5 (MW) between 11 am and 12 pm. The Nigeria National Grid provided an update on the situation on social media, writing, “System restoration is in progress.” […] The post AEDC addresses national grid collapse, reveals restoration process appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Health Tax Draft Policy: Rights Group commends FG over target of N729bn annually

From Idu Jude Abuja A civil rights group named the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Federal Government’s decision to develop a draft policy to mop up revenues from excise taxes on alcohol, tobacco, and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) for health financing. It described the initiative as a decisive opportunity for the […] The post Health Tax Draft Policy: Rights Group commends FG over target of N729bn annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll

Tribune Online UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll A new UN report has revealed that more children worldwide now live with obesity than with underweight, warning that ultra-processed foods UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll Tribune Online

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