1 hour ago Taraba’s Namnai bridge repairs to begin next week – Minister

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo The federal government has set plans to begin full repairs on the Namnai bridge in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State next week. This follows months of hardship caused by the bridge’s collapse. Alhaji Uba Maigari, Minister of State for Regional Development, shared this on Thursday during a visit to […] The post Taraba’s Namnai bridge repairs to begin next week – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Makes Music Debut With ‘More Money’ Track

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has released his debut track, “More Money.” The nightlife promoter debuted the track on streaming platforms on Wednesday, coinciding with his 44th birthday. The track “More Money” features Boy Pee, Brown Joel, and Hyce, with the production and direction overseen by artist and best friend Davido. READ MORE: “Lots Of […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Makes Music Debut With ‘More Money’ Track appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago FRC, NADP decry shortage of actuarial professionals in Nigeria

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and the Nigerian Actuarial Development Programme have raised concerns over the severe shortage of actuarial professionals in the country, warning that the gap poses risks to credible financial reporting in key sectors such as insurance, banking, and healthcare. Speaking at an event on Thursday themed “Building Capacity for Actuarial Read More

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3 h. ago FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Here’s a full list of African countries affected by the new U.S. tariff policy, along with their current tax rates and the tariffs they charge the U.S: FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Tribune Online

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4 h. ago “Because I Made A Diss Track Against Tinubu For Obi, People Are Spitting On Me, My Legacy” – Odumodublvck

Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, better known as Odumodublvck, has shed light on the reason behind his diss of President Bola Tinubu in his track, Vex. The music star disclosed on Thursday that his decision to diss President Tinubu was motivated by his loyalty to the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi. He went on […] The post “Because I Made A Diss Track Against Tinubu For Obi, People Are Spitting On Me, My Legacy” – Odumodublvck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment

Nigerian singer Konga has shared the prophecy he gave Afrobeat artist Burna Boy years ago, before he rose to fame. In a recent interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, shared on X on Wednesday, Konga recalled his encounter with Burna Boy during the artist’s early struggles to break into the music scene. Konga stated that […] The post Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Lots Of Wealthy People Don’t Know Zlatan’s Songs” – Portable

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, has described his colleague Zlatan Ibile as an up-and-coming artist. He asserted that the ‘Zanku’ singer is not well-known among wealthy individuals because of his music style. During an interview on Echo Room, shared on X on Wednesday, Portable alleged that a car dealer scolded him for feuding […] The post “Lots Of Wealthy People Don’t Know Zlatan’s Songs” – Portable appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House A coalition of Nigerian activists in the United States, under the Democratic Movement (DM), has announced a demonstration at the White House to protest what it describes as a threat to democratic governance in Rivers State. The coalition is calling for the reversal of any move to impose emergency rule in the state, the reinstatement […] Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House Tribune Online

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6 h. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Deportation Of Nigerians Midway Not Acceptable, NCAA Tells International Airlines

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to sanction airlines for deporting Nigeria passengers or denying them boarding halfway to their destinations due to visa/travel restrictions. The regulatory body said the action, which is becoming rampant recently, was causing significant distress to passengers and tarnishing the reputation of the aviation industry in Nigeria and […]

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6 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago He was a bad friend to Mohbad — Portable speaks on rift with Zlatan

By Seyi Babalola Controversial Nigerian musician, Portable has spoken out about his disagreement with colleague Zlatan Ibile. In a recent interview with the EchoRoom podcast, the ‘Zazoo Zeh’ hitmaker labeled Zlatan as a “bad friend” to both himself and the late singer Mohbad. Portable also criticised Zlatan’s “behaviour towards Mohbad,” claiming that he posted a […] The post He was a bad friend to Mohbad — Portable speaks on rift with Zlatan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago West African Union of Tax Institutes elects CITN’s Agbeluyi as president

Samuel Agbeluyi, current president of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has been elected as the president of read more West African Union of Tax Institutes elects CITN’s Agbeluyi as president

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7 h. ago Credit Direct pivots to full digital finance with new suite of products

Credit Direct, a Nigerian financial services company, announced a strategic pivot from lending to a comprehensive digital finance company with read more Credit Direct pivots to full digital finance with new suite of products

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7 h. ago Igoche Congratulates Kida On Appointment As Chairman Of NNPCL

Basketball promoter and founder of the Mark D’Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida on his new appointment as non executive board chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. Engr. Kida, who currently serves as the president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), was […]

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8 h. ago Odegbami Tells West Africa To Bid For World Cup Hosting Right

Legendary Nigerian footballer, Dr Segun Odegbami has called on West African sub-region to bid for the hosting right of the World Cup to enable the region harness the abundant potentials and fortunes in the tournament. Odegbami made the call on Wednesday while presenting the 15th distinguished public lecture series of the Federal University Lokoja, Kogi […]

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8 h. ago Nigerian Televangelist Timothy Omotoso Acquitted Of Rape Charges In South Africa Faces Deportation

A Nigerian televangelist who was accused of raping young women in his South African church, Timothy Omotoso, has been found not guilty of all charges after spending eight years in jail. However, following Wednesday’s verdict, Omotoso will be deported to Nigeria, South African media outlet News24 has reported. In 2018, one witness told the court […]

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8 h. ago Insecurity: Expert Warns Against Looming Food Crisis In Kogi

An agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, has warned that agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The […]

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9 h. ago ‘Senators Serve Akpabio Tea At Home’, Abbo Accuses Senate President Of Running Senate Like Personal Empire

Former Adamawa North Senator, Ishaku Elisha Abbo, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of running the Nigerian Senate like a personal empire and orchestrating the removal of lawmakers who oppose him. Speaking in an interview on Arise News Channel’s PrimeTime show on Wednesday night, Abbo alleged that Akpabio played a key role in the removal […]

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9 h. ago Lokpobiri congratulates newly appointed NNPCL leadership, assures of sector

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ahmadu Musa Kida on his appointment as the Board Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) and other members of the newly constituted NNPCL board. […] The post Lokpobiri congratulates newly appointed NNPCL leadership, assures of sector-wide collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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