65 m. ago EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested five suspected illegal miners in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and a notorious land racketeer in Kaduna in separate operations. The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, apprehended Samuel Eshiet Akwa, Willie Peter Uboko, Muhammed Tukur, […] The post EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

2 h. ago Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a critical roundtable focused on implementing the Zaria Declaration on Strengthening Local Governance and Empowering Traditional Institutions, key stakeholders have issued an urgent call for the National Assembly to take immediate legislative action on constituency projects. They emphasised the pressing need to establish a robust legal framework to regulate constituency […] The post Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago I Need Lots Of Money To Be Happy, Marriage Not On My Agenda – Chike

Nigerian singer Chike has revealed that he has no intentions of getting married, describing it as a “stupid step.” In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, posted on Instagram on Friday, the “Running” hitmaker shared his personal views on marriage. He said, “In my personal opinion, I think it’s a stupid step to get married. That’s […] The post I Need Lots Of Money To Be Happy, Marriage Not On My Agenda – Chike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity

The Niger State government has concluded plans to enhance security infrastructure in public schools across local councils affected by insecurity. Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, disclosed the development in Minna, praising UNICEF and other partners for their technical support and unwavering commitment to improving the state’s education sector. Dr. Asabe […] The post Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago WHO approves SC Johnson spatial repellent to combat mosquito

By Chinenye Anuforo The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a policy recommendation for spatial repellents as an innovative solution to combat diseases like malaria, a milestone that comes after more than a decade of work by SC Johnson. Malaria kills more than 600,000 people every year. Spatial repellents are a new type of vector […] The post WHO approves SC Johnson spatial repellent to combat mosquito-borne diseases appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull

From Tony Osauzo, Be+)%nin The Bishop of the Auchi Diocese of the Catholic Church, Bishop Gabriel Dunia, yesterday, called on President Bola Tinubu, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and all security agencies in the country to do the needful and help rescue two Seminarians abducted from the Catholic Immaculate Conception Minor Minor […] The post Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago Financial Disagreements With Former Label Stalled My Music Career – Fido

Nigerian singer Fido has accused his former record label, Inner Circle Entertainment, of keeping 95 percent of the advance payment for his hit track Awolowo. During a recent radio interview, the singer stated that he was paid roughly N1.5 million from a $20,000 advance, accusing the label of taking the rest. The ‘Joy is Coming’ […] The post Financial Disagreements With Former Label Stalled My Music Career – Fido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has denied reports of impending moves to relocate the headquarters of the organisation from Jos The Plateau State House of Assembly had during its plenary passed an unanimous resolution condemning alleged moves to relocate the headquarters of the federal institution from Jos to Abuja. Presided over […] The post ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NYSC DG visit Kebbi camp, urges Corps members to make friends across regions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Director General of National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle O. Nafiu has advised the Corps members serving in the state to ensure they made friends across the regions and sustain it after their service year.   Nafiu stated this during his visit to  the 2025 Batch “B” Stream […] The post NYSC DG visit Kebbi camp, urges Corps members to make friends across regions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NYSC DG visits Kebbi camp, urges corps members to make friends across regions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle O. Nafiu, has advised the Corps members serving in the state to ensure they make friends across the regions and sustain them after their service year. Nafiu stated this during his visit to the 2025 Batch “B” […] The post NYSC DG visits Kebbi camp, urges corps members to make friends across regions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria’s headline inflation moderates to 21.88 % in July as the harvest season kicks in

Nigeria’s headline moderated to  21.88 per cent year-on-year in July as the harvest season kicked in. According to analysts at read more Nigeria’s headline inflation moderates to 21.88 % in July as the harvest season kicks in

Politics

4 h. ago Surprise As AI Issues Unsolicited Certificate Of Recognition To Lebanese Engineer In Nigeria

A Lebanese engineer working in Nigeria, Mazen Kalassina, has become the subject of international curiosity after receiving a spontaneous certificate from an artificial intelligence (AI) system, an event some observers said was unprecedented. In June 2025, ChatGPT, a widely used AI language model, issued a Certificate of Distinction to Engr. Mazen Kalassina without any prompt […]

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4 h. ago Lower Court cannot overrule Supreme Court, Oluchi Opara advises Abure

To Stop Legal Shopping From Idu Jude Abuja A Chieftain of the Labour Party (LP) and the former treasurer of the party, Mrs Oluchi Opara, has reacted to the court order from Hon. Justice Mustapha A. Ramat of Nasarawa State division, describing it as a joke and a mere distraction to the party. Recall that […] The post Lower Court cannot overrule Supreme Court, Oluchi Opara advises Abure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

4 h. ago Tinubu departs for Japan, Brazil ahead of Tokyo conference, state visit

President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Friday for a visit to Japan and Brazil. Tinubu was accompanied on the trip by government officials, including ministers and special advisers and will stop over in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, before proceeding to Japan. Speaking on the trip, presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said, “In Japan, President Tinubu will […] The post Tinubu departs for Japan, Brazil ahead of Tokyo conference, state visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

5 h. ago Niger Governor Bago tasks Traditional Rulers on security challenges in the country

 Calls for collaboration  From John Adams, Minna Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has said that the traditional rulers in the country has a great role to play towards addressing the security challenges bedevilling the country, adding that what is needed is proper collaboration between the government and the traditional institution to bring the situation […] The post Niger Governor Bago tasks Traditional Rulers on security challenges in the country appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

5 h. ago “Only Political Fools Would Underestimate Tinubu In 2027” – Dan Ulasi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dan Ulasi, has said that only a “political fool” would take President Bola Tinubu for granted in the 2027 presidential race. Speaking on Friday, during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ulasi described Tinubu as a “strategically thinking” leader who requires a strong and credible opponent […] The post “Only Political Fools Would Underestimate Tinubu In 2027” – Dan Ulasi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Jonathan’s Return Will Hurt Tinubu’s Second Term Chances” – Umar Sani

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has said that former President Goodluck Jonathan may return for the 2027 presidential race. He believes such a move would significantly affect President Bola Tinubu’s chances of winning re-election. Speaking on Friday, during an appearance on The Morning Show on Arise Television, Sani argued that […] The post “Jonathan’s Return Will Hurt Tinubu’s Second Term Chances” – Umar Sani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Phyna Blasts Dangote Group Over ‘Quick Recovery’ Remark After Sister’s Leg Amputation

Big Brother Naija season 7 winner, Ijeoma Otabor, widely known as Phyna, has reacted to a statement from Dangote Group addressing her sister’s recent accident with one of the company’s trucks. On Wednesday, Phyna called out the billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote and his company, claiming that the truck which struck her sister was allegedly altered […] The post Phyna Blasts Dangote Group Over ‘Quick Recovery’ Remark After Sister’s Leg Amputation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Supporting Tinubu In 2023 Cost Me ₦25m Worth Of Endorsement Deals, Almost My Marriage” – Foluke Daramola

Nigerian actress Foluke Daramola has revealed the personal and financial challenges she faced as a result of openly supporting President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 general elections. The actress, who served as the media assistant for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council in Lagos, revealed that her political stance cost her several endorsement […] The post “Supporting Tinubu In 2023 Cost Me ₦25m Worth Of Endorsement Deals, Almost My Marriage” – Foluke Daramola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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