84 m. ago PICTORIAL: Army Smashes Gunrunning Syndicate, Arrests 35 Suspected Oil Thieves In Niger Delta

  Troops of 6 Division of the Nigerian Army have smashed gunrunning syndicate noted for trafficking small arms and light weapons to criminals across the Niger Delta region. The troops also arrested no fewer than 35 suspects, destroyed six illegal refining sites and confiscated over 14,000 litres of stolen products, in consolidating on the ongoing […]

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84 m. ago Abike Dabiri being falsely accused of Igbo hate – Actor Patrick Doyle

By John Ogunsemore Veteran actor and broadcaster, Patrick Doyle said Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa is being falsely accused of referring to Igbos as “monkeys”. Doyle stated this in a Facebook post on Tuesday in reaction to a viral incident involving Dabiri-Erewa on the X social media platform last Wednesday. […] The post Abike Dabiri being falsely accused of Igbo hate – Actor Patrick Doyle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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91 m. ago Manufacturing, Agric Sectors’ Underperformance Weakens Industrialisation

The underperformance of Nigeria’s manufacturing and agricultural sectors is significantly weakening the country’s industrialisation efforts. Industry stakeholders attributed the real sector’s underperformance to multiple challenges constraining the realisation of its huge potential. These include persistent structural challenges, including an unreliable power supply, inadequate infrastructure, limited access to affordable finance, regulatory bottlenecks, and the significant reduction […]

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92 m. ago Gambari heads to UNGA for economic engagement, focusing on energy, minerals

Ibrahim Gambari, Professor and Nigeria’s renowned diplomat and scholar, on Monday, said he would participate in a series of high-profile read more Gambari heads to UNGA for economic engagement, focusing on energy, minerals

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1 hour ago International Maritime Organisation’s Head To Visit Nigeria In October

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, will tour Nigerian Navy installations as well as NIMASA facilities in Lagos during his three-day working visit to Nigeria from October 2nd to 4th, 2025. The director general of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made the disclosure […]

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1 hour ago Two suspects arrested for allegedly defiling minors in Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly defiling minors in Kebbi State. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. According to him, “In its sustained efforts to ensure zero tolerance […] The post Two suspects arrested for allegedly defiling minors in Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Pepsico, DP World & Wateraid Expand Nigeria’s Wash Programmes

PepsiCo and DP World have expanded their partnership with WaterAid in Nigeria to drive inclusive, sustainable value for the communities they serve. As part of this expanded partnership, DP World, PepsiCo, and WaterAid will launch a climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programme in Lagos. The programme aims to improve living conditions for more than […]

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1 hour ago Tinubu govt may soon borrow from Opay, Moniepoint, says Dino Melaye

By Seyi Babalola Dino Melaye, a former Kogi West senator, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s borrowing rate. Melaye warned Tinubu that if caution is not exercised, he may soon borrow from Nigeria’s premier fintech companies, Opay and Moniepoint. He was responding to concerns voiced by Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives, about Tinubu’s […] The post Tinubu govt may soon borrow from Opay, Moniepoint, says Dino Melaye appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Nationwide Empowerment Initiatives Of First Lady Laudable, Says Cleric

A former senior special assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on Christian Religion Matters, Rev. Sam Ogedengbe, has applauded Nigeria’s first lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for making remarkable strides in advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with programmes that cut across the six geopolitical zones and touch millions of lives. Ogedengbe stated […]

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2 h. ago Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines

Tribune Online Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines THE Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned that it will begin publicly naming and shaming airlines that fail to comply with aviation regulations, particularly in cases of flight cancellations and delays. Director of public affairs and Consumers Protection for the agency, Michael Achimugu, emphasised that passengers who are left stranded between 10:00 pm and […] Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Nigeria tops Africa’s construction market on urbanisation wave

Nigeria is emerging as the frontrunner in Africa’s rapidly growing construction sector, now valued at $44.3 billion and projected to read more Nigeria tops Africa’s construction market on urbanisation wave

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2 h. ago Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse

Tribune Online Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has renewed his longstanding call for the adoption of a single African currency, warning that the continent’s overreliance on the US dollar continues to weaken local economies and undermine Africa’s development agenda. Speaking during a Fireside Chat moderated by CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF […] Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse Tribune Online

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2 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach

By Seyi Babalola Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle to make the most of Ademola Lookman’s set-piece ability and Tolu Arokodare’s physical presence when they face South Africa in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday (today). Nigeria travels to Bloemfontein after a narrow 1-0 victory over […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Police Intervene As Oworonshoki Residents Block Third Mainland Bridge Over House Demolitions By Lagos Govt.

Commuters on the Third Mainland Bridge were left stranded on Monday as residents of Oworonshoki in Kosofe Local Government Area staged a protest. The demonstration was in response to the demolition of their houses by the state government. The demonstration blocked the inward lane of the bridge, causing heavy gridlock and forcing motorists to seek […] The post Police Intervene As Oworonshoki Residents Block Third Mainland Bridge Over House Demolitions By Lagos Govt. appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “Can You Be Proud Of Your Lyrics 40 Years From Now?” – Chimezie Challenges Young Musicians

Veteran Nigerian highlife musician, Bright Chimezie, has voiced his worries about the declining lyrical quality in contemporary music. Speaking on a recent episode of the CreativTea podcast, posted on Instagram the legendary singer acknowledged that today’s artists are excelling musically but stressed that their songs often lack meaningful lyrical depth. “Music is more profitable now […] The post “Can You Be Proud Of Your Lyrics 40 Years From Now?” – Chimezie Challenges Young Musicians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “Don’t Die Trying To Keep Relationship, End It To Save Your Life” – Chiwetalu Agu

Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has cautioned people against endangering their lives for the sake of romantic relationships. In a viral video on Monday, Agu advised: “Don’t die to save a relationship, instead kill the relationship to save your life. Love shouldn’t come at the cost of your life.” His comments have since triggered mixed […] The post “Don’t Die Trying To Keep Relationship, End It To Save Your Life” – Chiwetalu Agu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Not All Aspirants In Anambra Guber Race Are Truly Competing – Soludo

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has accused some of his rivals in the upcoming governorship election of contesting not to win but merely to gain popularity. The statement was made on Monday, during a visit to the traditional ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka, as part of the community’s new yam festival in Anambra […] The post Not All Aspirants In Anambra Guber Race Are Truly Competing – Soludo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Abraham Babajide Cole’s solo exhibition explores Yoruba migration, identity for black history month

Abraham Babajide Cole, a UK-based Nigerian artist will unveil his latest solo exhibition, ‘Bound by Roots, Divided by Paths’, on read more Abraham Babajide Cole’s solo exhibition explores Yoruba migration, identity for black history month

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3 h. ago House Burnt, Car Destroyed, Livestock Killed As Thunderstorm Hits TCN Line

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed that a thunderstorm on September 3, 2025, caused a disruption on the 132kV Otukpo–Nsukka, New Haven transmission line, damaging property and killing livestock along the route. In a statement on Monday, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, said the incident happened near Tower 97 when […] The post House Burnt, Car Destroyed, Livestock Killed As Thunderstorm Hits TCN Line appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes

Tribune Online Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes Barring unforeseen circumstances, the suspended governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, and the 32-member House of Assembly will return to office on September 18. Indications that the suspended governor, his deputy, as well as the state lawmakers will return to office were rife last week after a closed-door meeting between […] Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes Tribune Online

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