80 m. ago Kidnappers Storm Ondo Community, Kill One, Abduct Popular Businesswoman

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed a 34-year-old man and abducted a well-known businesswoman in Ayede Ogbese, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The victim, identified as Okudili Okoro, was reportedly shot dead when about 10 armed assailants invaded the community on Thursday night in an attempt to abduct a popular provision […] The post Kidnappers Storm Ondo Community, Kill One, Abduct Popular Businesswoman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

2 h. ago EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate has arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State. In a statement posted on X.com on Friday, the EFCC stated that a pump-action rifle and live cartridges were found in possession of one of the suspects. The statement partly read, “Their arrest on Friday, August 15, […] The post EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump-Action Rifle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Police Nab Fake Eye Doctor In Akwa Ibom For Treating Patients With Unapproved Substances

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested Gabriel Gideon, a fake ophthalmologist, in Nsit-Ubium Local Government Area for reportedly administering unapproved substances to hundreds of residents. In a statement on Friday, Police spokesperson DSP Timfon John said that Gabriel Gideon was taken into custody on Thursday, August 14, 2025, following a tip-off from residents […] The post Police Nab Fake Eye Doctor In Akwa Ibom For Treating Patients With Unapproved Substances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Science

2 h. ago UNDP, REA Partner On Nigeria’s Clean Energy Transition, Innovation

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a landmark partnership to accelerate Nigeria’s clean energy transition, boost innovation, and prepare a future-ready workforce. The collaboration will focus on five core pillars: energising education and innovation, expanding skills development, supporting state-level policy reforms, unlocking innovative financing, and advancing research […]

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4 h. ago Troops dislodge armed herders, recover automatic rifle in Benue

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi  Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) deployed at Mbakyior Outpost, Agidi community has recovered one AK-47 rifle with mounted magazine and live rounds during a farm patrol in Gwer East Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. The OPWS Commander, Major General Moses Gara, stated this in […] The post Troops dislodge armed herders, recover automatic rifle in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG accelerates digital transformation of civil service, targets completion by year

 As Over 34,000 workers now have official emails From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fully digitising all essential civil service operations by December 31, 2025, in a bold move to boost efficiency, transparency, and ease of access to public services.  Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), […] The post FG accelerates digital transformation of civil service, targets completion by year-end appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, on Friday rewarded Blessing Ejiofor who was part of Nigeria’s victorious women’s national team at the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. Ejiofor who hails from Okposi community, Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state, was also given a duplex by the Governor and State Honour of Ebonyi Hall […] The post Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents 

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government yesterday vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refused to adhere to the usage of life jackets, which are responsible for recurring water accidents. The Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, who led a high delegation to Guni in Munya Local Government area to […] The post Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Military Foils Over ₦37m Oil Theft, Destroys Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta

The Nigerian Military Has Intensified Its Clampdown On Oil Theft In The Niger Delta, Thwarting Illegal Bunkering Operations Valued At More Than ₦37.5 Million Within A Single Week. The Anti-Oil Theft Raids, Conducted Under The Joint Task Force South-South, Operation Delta Safe, Resulted In The Seizure Of Thousands Of Litres Of Stolen Petroleum Products And […] The post Military Foils Over ₦37m Oil Theft, Destroys Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Mining Cadastre Office gets World Bank support to boost industry growth

The Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) and the World Bank have initiated discussions on a potential partnership to enhance the development read more Mining Cadastre Office gets World Bank support to boost industry growth

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16 h. ago Nigeria’s oil production nears 1.83mbpd, targets 2.5mbpd by 2026

Nigeria’s oil sector is showing signs of renewed momentum as crude production edges closer to 1.83 million barrels per day read more Nigeria’s oil production nears 1.83mbpd, targets 2.5mbpd by 2026

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16 h. ago Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe   The residents of Wuro Funawo in Tumfure community of Akko Local Government Area (LGA) in Gombe State, have commended the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for its prompt intervention in resolving a protracted power outage that had crippled the community.   The appreciation came in the wake of a swift […] The post Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a critical roundtable focused on implementing the Zaria Declaration on Strengthening Local Governance and Empowering Traditional Institutions, key stakeholders have issued an urgent call for the National Assembly to take immediate legislative action on constituency projects. They emphasised the pressing need to establish a robust legal framework to regulate constituency […] The post Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity

The Niger State government has concluded plans to enhance security infrastructure in public schools across local councils affected by insecurity. Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, disclosed the development in Minna, praising UNICEF and other partners for their technical support and unwavering commitment to improving the state’s education sector. Dr. Asabe […] The post Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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21 h. ago Niger To Arrest, Prosecute Boat Operators Without Life Jackets

The Niger State government has vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refuse to adhere to the usage of life jackets on their boats. The State Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, stated this when he led a delegation to Guni in Munya local government area to condole with the families of […]

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27 h. ago Yelewata killing: Community appeals for security post, support for displaced members

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Members of Yelewata community in Guma Local Government (LG), Benue State have appealed to the State Government to utilize the funds donated by governments and organisations after their community was attacked to support them to get back to their normal lives. The Community made this appeal, yesterday during a press conference […] The post Yelewata killing: Community appeals for security post, support for displaced members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment

Ikono Local Government Council in Akwa Ibom State has launched a network of Free Registration Support Centres to assist residents in participating in the ongoing Akwa Ibom State Civil Service Recruitment exercise. The initiative, approved by the Executive Chairman, Oto-Obong Okon Essien, COP, is aimed at ensuring that no qualified indigenous person is left out […] The post Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Only Govs Can Address Insecurity By Granting LG Autonomy – Ex

A former Benue State commissioner for Lands and Survey, John Tondu, has said only the 36 governors of the federation can address the worsening insecurity in the country by deliberately granting local autonomy as guaranteed by the constitution. Tondu noted that while governors usually pass the bulk to the federal government because it controls security […]

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