73 m. ago State Pardon: You Have Wasted NDLEA’s Efforts To Curtail Narcotics, Melaye Tells Tinubu

Former Kogi West Senator, Barrister Dino Melaye, has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu over the recent presidential pardon granted to drug offenders serving jail terms, saying such action has wasted the many years of efforts by the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to curtail narcotics. In a post on his verified Facebook page on Sunday […]

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2 h. ago Cardoso to lead Nigeria’s team to IMF/World Bank meeting – Presidency

Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the World Bank and International Monetary Fund read more Cardoso to lead Nigeria’s team to IMF/World Bank meeting – Presidency

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3 h. ago Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Undermines Justice, Encourages Criminality — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s recent exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, describing it as a reckless misuse of power that undermines justice and accountability in Nigeria. In a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, Atiku said the presidential pardon, which saw clemency granted to 175 convicts […]

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3 h. ago FULL LIST: Burkina Faso’s ‘Katanga’ Leads AMAA 2025 With 10 Nominations, Nigeria’s ‘Lisabi’ Earns Seven

The 2025 AMAA nominations celebrate innovation, cultural depth, and technical prowess across 26 categories. The post FULL LIST: Burkina Faso’s ‘Katanga’ Leads AMAA 2025 With 10 Nominations, Nigeria’s ‘Lisabi’ Earns Seven appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago ‘It’s Not Our Turn Yet, Tinubu Must Finish 8 Years,’ Umahi Tells South

Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has declared that it was not yet the turn of the South-East to produce the country’s president in 2027, urging the region to exercise patience and support the administration of President Bola Tinubu to complete its eight years in office. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria […]

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5 h. ago HURIWA condemns killing of Enugu youth, demands urgent probe

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned the brutal killing of a young man, Onyedika Chukwu Ede, read more HURIWA condemns killing of Enugu youth, demands urgent probe

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5 h. ago ASUU Orders Nationwide Strike From Monday, Demands Government Action On Lecturers’ Welfare

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared a two-week warning strike, directing lecturers across Nigeria to withdraw their services effective from 12 midnight on Sunday. The union described the period as a crucial window for the federal government to conclude ongoing negotiations with it. ASUU President, Chris Piwuna, announced the strike during a […] The post ASUU Orders Nationwide Strike From Monday, Demands Government Action On Lecturers’ Welfare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tiwa Savage Addresses Feud With Seyi Shay, Recalls Losing Endorsement Deal During Pregnancy

Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has opened up about her long-standing dispute with fellow artist Seyi Shay, offering her perspective on the widely publicized salon incident that went viral several years ago. During an interview on Off Air with Gbemi O and Toolz, posted on Instagram on Sunday, the Somebody’s Son singer explained that the fallout […] The post Tiwa Savage Addresses Feud With Seyi Shay, Recalls Losing Endorsement Deal During Pregnancy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Borno Police Arrest Mentally Unstable Woman For Killing Fellow IDP

The Borno State Police Command has apprehended a mentally unstable woman suspected of killing another Internally Displaced Person (IDP) in Monguno Local Government Area. Security analyst Zagazola Makama shared the details of the incident on his X account on Sunday. According to Makama, the tragedy occurred on Friday, October 10, 2025, around 4:35 p.m., when […] The post Borno Police Arrest Mentally Unstable Woman For Killing Fellow IDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Hashim slams FG over insecurity, says genocide debate stems from leadership failures

Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has slammed the Federal Government, accusing it of prioritising political ambitions ahead of Nigeria’s security and unity. In a statement released over the weekend, Hashim criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration for what he described as a “shamefully political and […] The post Hashim slams FG over insecurity, says genocide debate stems from leadership failures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago World Cup qualifier: MFA facilitates immediate return of Super Eagles

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has facilitated the swift return of the Super Eagles from Luanda, Angola, to Uyo for the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic. The Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. Ebienfa said: “In a prompt […] The post World Cup qualifier: MFA facilitates immediate return of Super Eagles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Tinubu’s Choice Of Amupitan As INEC Chair Is Right Choice”— NNPP Founder

The Founder of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Boniface Aniebonam, has expressed support for the appointment of Professor Joash Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He commended President Bola Tinubu for making the appointment, describing it as a step in the right direction to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral […] The post “Tinubu’s Choice Of Amupitan As INEC Chair Is Right Choice”— NNPP Founder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ola Of Lagos Confirms Car Showroom Demolition By Lagos Govt. Plans “Bigger And Better” Facility

Ola of Lagos, a well-known Nigerian auto dealer and influencer, has confirmed the demolition of his car showroom, expressing a hopeful and resilient outlook despite the incident. In an Instagram story post on Saturday, Ola addressed the incident after a video showing the showroom being pulled down went viral—just months following its grand opening. Although […] The post Ola Of Lagos Confirms Car Showroom Demolition By Lagos Govt. Plans “Bigger And Better” Facility appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago UDUS dominates NUGA qualifiers, secures multiple spots for national games

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), has emerged as one of the top performers at the Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) Zone D preliminary competitions, securing qualification in several major sporting categories. The institution excelled in football, female volleyball, boxing, handball, athletics, swimming, and cricket, earning a strong presence at the forthcoming […] The post UDUS dominates NUGA qualifiers, secures multiple spots for national games appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2026 Ekiti Guber: “Don’t Sell Your Votes For Rice, Cash” — ADC’s Adesua Warns Electorate

African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship aspirant in Ekiti State, Ayodele David-Adesua, has warned the electorate against being deceived by rice gifts and cash inducements from politicians. He cautioned that such acts often lead to poor governance and underdevelopment, urging voters to make informed choices ahead of the June 20, 2026, governorship election. David-Adesua gave the […] The post 2026 Ekiti Guber: “Don’t Sell Your Votes For Rice, Cash” — ADC’s Adesua Warns Electorate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NARD, NMCN Urge Hospitals To Urgently Treat Gunshot Victims Without Police Reports

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) have once again called on hospitals to attend to gunshot victims immediately, without insisting on police reports. The reminder was made during interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, following repeated incidents where hospitals reportedly delayed […] The post NARD, NMCN Urge Hospitals To Urgently Treat Gunshot Victims Without Police Reports appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria, France reinforce maritime security ties through Exercise ‘Crocodile Lift’

By Philip Nwosu In a renewed show of military partnership, the Nigerian and French military have conducted another edition of Exercise Crocodile Lift, a multinational training operation designed to enhance joint maritime security and amphibious operations within the Gulf of Guinea. The exercise, which took place at the Tarkwa Bay area of Lagos, brought together […] The post Nigeria, France reinforce maritime security ties through Exercise ‘Crocodile Lift’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

The Super Eagles narrowly escaped disaster on Saturday after the plane carrying the team from South Africa to Nigeria was read more Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

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6 h. ago HURIWA condemns presidential pardon for murderers, hard drug traffickers

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned President Bola Tinubu for granting presidential pardons to hard drug traffickers and murderers. The group said for the fact that over 60 out of the 175 beneficiaries of the presidential pardons are drug traffickers now explains why President Tinubu rejected a […] The post HURIWA condemns presidential pardon for murderers, hard drug traffickers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NSITF pledges quick benefits for Afriland fire victims’ families

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has pledged to fast-track the payment of claims and benefits to the injured and dependants of those who lost their lives in the tragic Afriland Towers fire incident of Tuesday, September 16, which claimed ten lives and left several others injured. According to a […] The post NSITF pledges quick benefits for Afriland fire victims’ families appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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