26 m. ago Unity Cup 2025: Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium to host Nigeria, Jamaica, Ghana, Trinidad battles

The final signatures, seals and indentures were achieved on Wednesday, for this year’s Unity Cup Invitational Tournament involving Nigeria, Jamaica, Ghana and Trinidad & Tobago to go ahead at the 17,250-capacity Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, West London in the last days of May 2025. Rotimi Pedro, of AfroSport, said: “We are proud to bring […] The post Unity Cup 2025: Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium to host Nigeria, Jamaica, Ghana, Trinidad battles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 m. ago Excitement as Whispers hits Shodex Gardens’ stage Easter Monday

Live music, mind-blowing dance moves, and lots of suspense await Lagosians on Easter Monday, April 21, as Whispers hits the stage at Shodex Gardens, Ikorodu Road, Lagos. Time: 3.30pm for Matinee and 6pm for Command Performance. The stage play is part of activities heralding TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF), which holds in Lagos from October 14-17, […] The post Excitement as Whispers hits Shodex Gardens’ stage Easter Monday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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85 m. ago Dominican Republic buries over 200 after deadly nightclub tragedy

The Dominican Republic on Thursday began the somber process of burying more than 200 victims who lost their lives when the roof of the popular Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a concert earlier this week, AFP reported. Rescue operations, which began immediately after the incident early Tuesday, were called off Wednesday night Read More

Politics

91 m. ago NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed strong concerns over unethical practices reportedly perpetrated by some tertiary institutions in relation to the student loan scheme. According to NELFUND, certain institutions have been receiving student loan payments directly into their accounts but have failed to inform the students or update their fee records accordingly. This […] The post NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Culture

1 hour ago Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ Banned By NBC For Broadcast

The National Broadcasting Commission has prohibited Nigerian radio and television stations from broadcasting veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s trending song, “Tell Your Papa,” due to its “objectionable content.” Susan Obi, Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, wrote a memo on April 9, 2025, declaring the track Not To Be Broadcast (NTBB) under Section 3.1.8 of the Nigeria […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ Banned By NBC For Broadcast appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

1 hour ago FG commissions $120bn Afreximbank African Trade Centre in Abuja

By Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) today commissioned the $120 billion Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Abuja. The centre aims to unite the Nigerian, African, and global trade and investment ecosystem, creating a network to tap into business opportunities in Nigeria. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Dr George Akume, representing […] The post FG commissions $120bn Afreximbank African Trade Centre in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) announced on Thursday that it has uncovered fraudulent activities by some institutions in the student loan programme’s implementation. In a statement, NELFund revealed that certain institutions fail to inform students of disbursements made on their behalf, yet still demand payment of institutional fees from those […] The post Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG partners with JICA to support 500,000 farmers ahead of 2025 wet season

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) has launched a partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to support 500,000 farmers before the 2025 wet season. This aims to boost agricultural production and food security nationwide. Valued at N12 billion, the initiative falls under JICA’s Food Security Emergency Support funding. It focuses on […] The post FG partners with JICA to support 500,000 farmers ahead of 2025 wet season appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago Over 2,000 Nigerian military personnel trained in Pakistan – CDS

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, has said Nigeria’s military partnership with Pakistan has led to the training of over 2,000 Nigerian military personnel in various Pakistani defence institutions. Musa added that the longstanding collaboration between both armed forces continues to produce tangible results, particularly in capacity building and specialised training. A statement Read More

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4 h. ago PICTORIAL: Jonathan arrives South Korea for World Summit 2025

Former President Goodluck Jonathan arrived in Seoul, South Korea, on Thursday afternoon ahead of the World Summit 2025 and the formal presentation of the 2025 Sunhak Peace Prize scheduled for Friday. Jonathan, who shared news of his arrival via his Facebook page expressed gratitude to the South Korean government, Nigerian Embassy officials, and the organisers, Read More

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5 h. ago NERC slams eight DisCos with N628m fine for overbilling customers

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has fined eight Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) N628.03 million for non-compliance with the capping read more NERC slams eight DisCos with N628m fine for overbilling customers

Economics

5 h. ago Oyo begins phase II of 50 per cent tractor subsidy for farmers

Oyo State Government, on Thursday, announced the commencement of the second phase of the 50 per cent land ploughing subsidy, also known as the Tractorisation Policy, as part of its efforts to support smallholder farmers in the state in the 2025 Farming Season. The state Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasunkanmi Olaleye, announced this Read More

Politics

5 h. ago Emeka Offor donates $5m to Rotary’s maternal, child health programme

Nigerian Rotary member and philanthropist, Sir Emeka Offor, has committed $5m through the Sir Emeka Offor Foundation to the Rotary Foundation to expand and strengthen its initiative aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality in high-need areas of Nigeria. The Rotary Foundation disclosed this in a press statement on Thursday. “Helping mothers and babies survive Read More

Politics

6 h. ago Oyo Gov’t Begins Phase II Of 50% Tractor Subsidy For Farmers

  Oyo State government has announced the commencement of the second phase of the 50 per cent land ploughing subsidy, known as the Tractorisation Policy as part of its efforts to support smallholder farmers in the state for the 2025 farming season. Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye disclosed this on Thursday […]

Politics

7 h. ago NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s ‘Tell Your Papa’ song over content violations

By Chinelo Obogo The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has banned Nigerian radio and television stations from airing rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s controversial song ‘Tell Your Papa’, saying his lyrics are in breach of broadcasting standards. In a memo dated April 9, 2025, issued by Susan Obi, Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, the NBC classified the track […] The post NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s ‘Tell Your Papa’ song over content violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

7 h. ago NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ from radio, TV

The National Broadcasting Commission has barred Nigerian radio and television stations from airing the trending song “Tell Your Papa” by veteran rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem, citing its “objectionable nature.” In a memo dated April 9, 2025 and issued by the Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, Susan Obi, the commission declared the track Not To Be Broadcast Read More

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7 h. ago Enugu State Electricity Commission issues fresh 5MW power licence, says more to come

The Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC) has granted a 5MW power generation licence to Tempo Power Solutions Ltd for a gas-fired plant. This step boosts the state’s electricity supply efforts. Since taking over regulatory control from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on 22 October 2024, the EERC has now issued licences totalling 15MW. […] The post Enugu State Electricity Commission issues fresh 5MW power licence, says more to come appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Junior Pope’s Wife Marks One Year Since His Passing With Emotional Tribute

One year after the tragic passing of Nollywood actor Junior Pope, his wife, Jennifer Awele, has shared a heartfelt tribute, reflecting on the unimaginable loss. The actor and three of his colleagues tragically drowned at Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a movie set produced by Adanma Luke on April 8, 2024. The […] The post Junior Pope’s Wife Marks One Year Since His Passing With Emotional Tribute appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Odumodu’s hit song, Declan Rice, soars 200% after footballer’s Champions League performance

Popular Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, also known as Odumodu Black, has said his hit song, Declan Rice, experienced a 200% increase in streams as a result of the performance of Arsenal’s midfielder, Declan Rice, in the UEFA Champions League. The musician made this known via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday night. He Read More

Sport

8 h. ago Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, other Nigerians shine bright at 2025 AAEA awards

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian music stars, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Asake, Tems, Darkoo, Ayra Starr, and others dominated the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA). They won various categories at this year’s AAEA Music Awards. The AAEA announced this on its web page. Wizkid’s ‘Piece of My Heart’ featuring US singer, Brent Faiyaz won the […] The post Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, other Nigerians shine bright at 2025 AAEA awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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