42 m. ago 398 Suspects Arrested As Security Forces Storm Kaduna Hotspots

A massive security sweep in Kaduna State has led to the arrest of 398 criminal suspects within just nine days, according to the State Police Command. The operation, spearheaded by the Nigeria Police Force, is part of a coordinated initiative involving multiple security agencies including the Nigerian Army, DSS, Civil Defence, Immigration, NDLEA, FRSC, Customs, […] The post 398 Suspects Arrested As Security Forces Storm Kaduna Hotspots appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 m. ago Nigerians Face Higher Fuel Prices As Dangote Raises PMS To ₦880/Litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has sparked renewed concern over fuel affordability as it raised the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦880 per litre, marking a ₦55 increase from the previous ₦825 rate. The hike, confirmed through a Pro Forma Invoice and data from petroleumprice.ng, may push pump prices beyond ₦900/litre in parts […] The post Nigerians Face Higher Fuel Prices As Dangote Raises PMS To ₦880/Litre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 m. ago Police Capture Wanted Lagos Assassin In Ogun, Recover Set Of Weapons

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested the notorious suspected assassin, Wasiu Akinwande, popularly known as Olori Eso, in a major breakthrough operation. The 44-year-old, described as the most wanted hired killer in recent Lagos history, was captured in his hideout in the Agbado area of Ogun State during a covert operation tagged “Silence, Speed […] The post Police Capture Wanted Lagos Assassin In Ogun, Recover Set Of Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 m. ago “Political Showmanship Won’t Solve Benue Crisis” – Atiku To Tinubu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to Benue State, describing it as a “political spectacle” rather than a genuine attempt to console victims of the state’s rising insecurity. Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, made the remarks in an exclusive interview with news men on Thursday. He accused the Tinubu-led […] The post “Political Showmanship Won’t Solve Benue Crisis” – Atiku To Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 m. ago Fame Doesn’t Equal Income For Most Nigerian Artists – Ayo Animashaun

The Headies Awards founder, Ayo Animashaun, has highlighted the financial struggles within Nigeria’s music industry, revealing that genuine success is limited to only a few top artists and record labels. While speaking with Teju Babyface in an interview posted on X Thursday, Ayo Animashaun acknowledged the industry’s advancement but emphasised that a large number of […] The post Fame Doesn’t Equal Income For Most Nigerian Artists – Ayo Animashaun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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69 m. ago Oshoala, Plumptre In As Super Falcons’ Coach Announces WAFCON 2024 Squad

Super Falcons’ striker Asisat Oshoala and defender Ashley Plumptre have been added to the list of players named by coach Justin Madugu for the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations. The list, which was released on Friday also included captain Rasheedat Ajibade, with 11 players set to make their debuts at the tournament starting in […] The post Oshoala, Plumptre In As Super Falcons’ Coach Announces WAFCON 2024 Squad appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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69 m. ago 13 Villagers Killed, Properties Destroyed As Gunmen Attack Plateau Community

No fewer than 13 people have been killed, following a deadly attack on innocent villagers in Juwan Village of Tangur district of Bokkos local government area of Plateau State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the horrible incident occurred on Thursday when some yet to be identified assailants invaded the community and destroyed properties belong to the […] The post 13 Villagers Killed, Properties Destroyed As Gunmen Attack Plateau Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Nigerian Army Was Deceived, Supplied Wrong Information By Benue Residents Before Horrible Attacks — CDS

Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa has said that the troops of the Nigerian Army received false information before the recent killings in Benue State. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Musa noted that on the day of the attack, troops in Yelewata community were told that another community was under siege. […] The post Nigerian Army Was Deceived, Supplied Wrong Information By Benue Residents Before Horrible Attacks — CDS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG

…Says summit, a landmark moment  From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Federal Government, has said the West African Economic Summit (WAES) reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration, bringing together, all West African countries, irrespective of institutional alignments, to confront shared challenges and seize the opportunities that await the sub-region.   The Minister of […] The post WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Police identify man who breached protocol against Tinubu in Kaduna, says he has psychiatric disorder

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna   Police in Kaduna on Friday identified a young man who attempted protocol breach against President Bola Tinubu penultimate Thursday, saying he was born with psychiatric disorder. President Tinubu was delivering a speech shortly after commissioning some projects executed by the Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani at the Murtala Square when […] The post Police identify man who breached protocol against Tinubu in Kaduna, says he has psychiatric disorder appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Osun LG Crisis: Senate caucus seeks president’s intervention 

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The three Senators representing Osun East, West and Central, Francis Fadahunsi, Olalere Oyewumi and Oluwole Olubiyi, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu, to urgently step into the Local Government crisis in Osun State. In a passionate appeal to the president, jointly signed by the three Senators and made available to our […] The post Osun LG Crisis: Senate caucus seeks president’s intervention  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Yelwata Killings: UNICEF donates cholera kits, health commodities to Benue IDPs

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated assorted health commodities to the Benue state government as part of their contributions to impact the lives of survivors of the Yelwata massacre. The Chief Field Office UNICEF Kaduna, Gerida Birukila, who made the donation on Friday at the temporary IDP camp in […] The post Yelwata Killings: UNICEF donates cholera kits, health commodities to Benue IDPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Yelwata killings: Benue govt takes delivery of six babies in new IDP camp

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi Benue State Government said it has taken delivery of six new babies at the Internally Displaced Persons IDPs camp housing survivors of the massacre in Yelwata. Recall that Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of the state was attacked by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia on Saturday June […] The post Yelwata killings: Benue govt takes delivery of six babies in new IDP camp appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management

Tribune Online Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA), in collaboration with WaterAid Nigeria, organised a two-day second batch training on... Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Prophet Fufeyin’s Partners Step In To Provide Financial Support To Struggling Man

In a heartwarming act of compassion and faith in action, the partners of renowned Nigerian prophet, Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, have once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to humanitarian outreach by stepping in to transform the life of a struggling man through a remarkable show of generosity. The recipient, a man battling overwhelming financial hardship and […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria risks having ‘sophisticatedly unemployed’ youths due to foreign AI models

Akeem Hassan, Innovation adviser to the Lagos State Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology has noted that Nigeria risks becoming read more Nigeria risks having ‘sophisticatedly unemployed’ youths due to foreign AI models

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2 h. ago Tanzania High Commissioner moves to boost trade with Nigeria

Selestine Gervas Kakele, the Tanzania High Commissioner to Nigeria has announced a plan to establish seamless flight between the two read more Tanzania High Commissioner moves to boost trade with Nigeria

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3 h. ago Benue Killings show Nigeria unprepared for sophisticated foreign

…Slams Tinubu for failing to show real leadership Seriake Dickson, senator representing Bayelsa west has voiced strong criticism of President read more Benue Killings show Nigeria unprepared for sophisticated foreign-backed attacks- Dickson

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3 h. ago Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC

Tribune Online Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC As Nigeria joins the rest of the global community to commemorate the 2025 World Refugee Day, the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, has emphasized the need for urgent attention to the plight of refugees and forcibly displaced persons in the country. Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC Tribune Online

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4 h. ago It’s psychological warfare on Nigerians – Keyamo mocks new ‘coalition’ party

By John Ogunsemore The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said All Democratic Alliance (ADA), a new party seeking registration, is not a coalition against President Bola Tinubu as widely speculated. Keyamo stated this in an X post on Friday. He was reacting to reports that the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) has […] The post It’s psychological warfare on Nigerians – Keyamo mocks new ‘coalition’ party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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