43 h. ago Nigeria expresses interest in hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games

Nigerian Olympic Committee announced it has met the March 28, 2025, deadline for expression of interest to bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Nigeria can only commence a formal bid with the backing of the country’s government. Nigeria lost a bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games to Glasgow. A statement released by NOC spokesman Read More

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66 h. ago Taraba Boat Capsizes, Six Lives Lost, Nine Passengers Rescued

A tragic boat accident occurred on the Jole River in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State, resulting in the loss of six lives. The incident, which took place on Sunday, also saw nine passengers successfully rescued. The boat was reportedly carrying several people when it capsized, leading to the unfortunate fatalities. Local authorities have […] The post Taraba Boat Capsizes, Six Lives Lost, Nine Passengers Rescued appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Olunloyo: Nigeria has lost one of its best minds, says Ogundipe, ex

By Oluseye Ojo Former President of the Nigeria and African Union of Journalists, Prince Lanre Ogundipe, said on Sunday that Nigeria has lost one of its finest minds with the passing of Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, ex-governor of old Oyo State. In a press release titled ‘Molete Bridge is Down,’ Ogundipe described Olunloyo as a revered […] The post Olunloyo: Nigeria has lost one of its best minds, says Ogundipe, ex-NUJ president appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria lost version of Albert Einstein, FIRS boss mourns Olunloyo

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji, has described the death of a former Governor of Oyo State, Omololu Olunloyo, as the dropping of one of the finest stars from Nigeria’s sky. The PUNCH reports that the former governor’s death was announced by the family on Sunday morning. Adedeji, in a Read More

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2 w. ago Ibadan Stampede: “My Heart Bleeds For Bereaved Families” – Queen Naomi Speaks After Court Clears Her

Queen Naomi Ogunwusi, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, has responded to the recent developments regarding the criminal charges against her while expressing her grief over the children who lost their lives in the Oyo stampede. Information Nigeria reported that the government dropped the petition filed against Queen Naomi Ogunwusi, Oriyomi Hamzat, and […] The post Ibadan Stampede: “My Heart Bleeds For Bereaved Families” – Queen Naomi Speaks After Court Clears Her appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Pinnick Loses In CAF Election To Retain FIFA Council Seat

Nigeria’s Amaju Melvin Pinnick has lost his bid to retain a seat on the FIFA Council, BSNSports.com.ng reports. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) held its Extraordinary General Assembly on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, during which elections for executive positions took place. Pinnick, a former President of the Nigeria Footfall Federation (NFF), was considered a […]

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4 w. ago Nigeria has lost a distinguished leader, patriot – Gov. Mbah

From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has described the late Onyia as a distinguished leader, consummate public servant and patriot. Mbah, who expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former federal lawmaker, said his demise was a monumental loss to the nation.  The governor noted that the late Onyia committed […] The post Nigeria has lost a distinguished leader, patriot – Gov. Mbah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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