5 h. ago Explosions: FRSC to monitor tanker drivers with onboard cameras

The Federal Road Safety Corps is stepping up efforts to ensure tanker safety on Nigerian roads by introducing advanced technology and safety measures, including the installation of onboard cameras to monitor driver behaviour in real-time. Fuel tanker explosions have become an alarming and recurring phenomenon across Nigeria. In the past four years alone, over 400 Read More

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7 h. ago VIDEO: Police warn against spreading falsehoods, deny targeting critics

The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has cautioned Nigerians against spreading falsehoods, disinformation, mal-information, or distorting facts online, noting that they are criminal offense. In a video statement shared on the Nigerian Police Force’s X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, Adejobi emphasised the importance of fact-checking before sharing information, urging bloggers, journalists, and content Read More

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8 h. ago Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss

Media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown has called for the prosecution of former Nigerian Head of State Ibrahim Babangida. Her demand follows his controversial book launch, which reignited discussions about his role in the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election and the subsequent turmoil. Babangida’s book launch sparked widespread online debates after he admitted to his […] The post Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Road safety officers’ wives warn against scooping fuel from fallen tanker

The Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association, on Saturday, urged Nigerians to desist from rushing to scoop fuel from fallen petroleum tankers, warning that it is a deadly act that must be discouraged. The President of ROSOWA, Dr Nefisat Shehu-Mohammed, made the call at a send-forth ceremony in honour of her predecessor, Hajiya Aisha Ladi-Biu, in Read More

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19 h. ago Feminism Doesn’t Justify Disrespect In Marriage – Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele, a Nigerian filmmaker, has expressed her support for feminism but made it clear that she does not approve women being disrespectful to their husbands. A feminist is someone who advocates for the equality of women in terms of political, economic, and social rights. In a video posted on Instagram on Friday, addressing skit […] The post Feminism Doesn’t Justify Disrespect In Marriage – Funke Akindele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Ondo community protest: Group demands compensation for families of deceased

Following last week’s violent crisis in Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, the Doo Project Group has called for compensation for the families of those who lost their lives. The crisis erupted last Saturday when protesters allegedly set fire to the divisional police station in Ifon over the deaths of two youths, 17-year-old Read More

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39 h. ago Police interrogate officers filmed manhandling civilian in Abia

The Abia State Police Command has taken action following a video on Facebook showing police officers allegedly manhandling a civilian. The incident was said to have occurred along Lagos Street in Umuahia on February 20 as the footage quickly gained attention on social media. According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Maureen Chinaka, Read More

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40 h. ago Blind vice principal, wife struggle to teach 363 students in Abia school

The Vice Principal of Ozuitem Community Secondary School in Abia State, despite being visually impaired, reportedly single-handedly teaches students in the absence of teachers, education activist and CEO of Educare, Alex Onyia, revealed. Onyia, in a video and post on Friday via X, said he was moved to tears after witnessing the blind vice principal Read More

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40 h. ago Any woman who refuses DNA test is hiding something – Yul Edochie

By Seyi Babalola Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie sparked a heated controversy on social media after making a daring comment regarding DNA testing. In an Instagram post on Friday, February 21, 2025, the controversial actor said that any lady who refuses to get a DNA test for her child when asked is ‘hiding something.’ “Any woman […] The post Any woman who refuses DNA test is hiding something – Yul Edochie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Nedu Challenges VeryDarkMan’s Fraud Accusations Against NGO, Provides Evidence

Nedu Wazobia, a well-known on-air personality (OAP), has refuted the fraud allegations brought against him by social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM). In a recent video, VDM alleged that Nedu defrauded a non-governmental organization (NGO) that had approached him for a partnership to provide scholarships to Nigerian students. The social media critic claimed that the NGO […] The post Nedu Challenges VeryDarkMan’s Fraud Accusations Against NGO, Provides Evidence appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Passengers Stranded in Kogi After Train Suffers Technical Failure

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has confirmed that all passengers are safe after a technical glitch disrupted the Itakpe-Warri train service in Kogi State on February 18, 2025. However, reports indicate that passengers were stranded at the station for several hours and had to spend the night there. The NRC said in a press statement issued […] The post Passengers Stranded in Kogi After Train Suffers Technical Failure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Okoye labels Galatasaray Turkey’s number one team, sparking transfer speculation

Writing on social media, Maduka Okoye has sparked transfer speculation by labelling Galatasaray as the top club in Turkey, ahead of Istanbul rivals Fenerbahce and Besiktas. Galatasaray is considered Turkey’s most successful football club, boasting 24 Turkish Super Lig titles, 18 Turkish Cup victories, and 17 Turkish Super Cup triumphs. The club has also made […] The post Okoye labels Galatasaray Turkey’s number one team, sparking transfer speculation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Six elephants killed as train collides with herd in Sri Lanka

Tribune Online Six elephants killed as train collides with herd in Sri Lanka A train struck a herd of elephants in Sri Lanka on Wednesday night, killing at least six of them, according to Sri Lanka Police.  The incident occurred at around 11:30 p.m. at the 140 km mark between Minneriya and Galoya railway stations, the Daily News reported. While no passengers were injured, a female elephant and […] Six elephants killed as train collides with herd in Sri Lanka Tribune Online

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58 h. ago “Post My Invitation Publicly, Stop Approaching My Friends” – VeryDarkMan To TVC

Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, has called out Television Continental over his interview request. Recall that TVC claimed it had extended two invitations to the activist and shared evidence of the invite on its social media page. In a video shared by the social media critic on Thursday, he alleged […] The post “Post My Invitation Publicly, Stop Approaching My Friends” – VeryDarkMan To TVC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago VIDEO: My job on Honest Bunch Podcast was to play devil’s advocate – Nedu

Media personality and talk show host, Chinedu Ani, popularly known as Nedu Wazobia, has addressed recent controversies surrounding his role on the Honest Bunch podcast. Speaking at a news conference on Thursday in Lagos, Nedu clarified that he was not fired but chose to step down due to mounting pressure and controversies. Nedu emphasised that Read More

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61 h. ago VIDEO: ‘I almost denied the song,’ singer Lawrence Oyor reacts to Bobrisky’s viral dance to ‘Favour’

Nigerian gospel artist Lawrence Oyor has expressed his surprise at the viral video of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, dancing to his hit song “Favour.” In a recent sermon, Oyor shared his surprise at seeing Bobrisky, a figure known for his controversial presence on the internet, enjoying his music. The singer admitted Read More

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63 h. ago Imo: Resurfaced ESN camp video, attempt to lure operatives into ambush — Police

Tribune Online Imo: Resurfaced ESN camp video, attempt to lure operatives into ambush — Police The Imo State Police Command has completely dismissed the circulation of an old video, originally published in 2023, which is now being falsely presented as a recent development. The Command described it as a clear act of cheap blackmail and a desperate attempt by IPOB/ESN to mislead the public with falsehoods. In a statement issued […] Imo: Resurfaced ESN camp video, attempt to lure operatives into ambush — Police Tribune Online

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64 h. ago I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor

Tribune Online I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor Nigerian gospel singer Lawrence Oyor has responded to a viral video of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, singing and dancing to his hit song ‘Favour’. In a video making the rounds on social media, Oyor admitted that seeing Bobrisky enjoy his song left him shocked and even made him question himself. Bobrisky had […] I almost denied my song ‘Favour’ after watching Bobrisky sing it — Lawrence Oyor Tribune Online

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65 h. ago VIDEO: Police in London cannot be ‘settled’ like those in Nigeria — Pastor Adeboye

Tribune Online VIDEO: Police in London cannot be ‘settled’ like those in Nigeria — Pastor Adeboye The general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A. Adeboye, has stated that the police in London, England, cannot be bribed like those in Nigeria. Adeboye made this remark during the special Victory Hour programme (Day 3) on Wednesday evening while narrating a story to his congregation about a woman who […] VIDEO: Police in London cannot be ‘settled’ like those in Nigeria — Pastor Adeboye Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Pope Francis enjoys breakfast in armchair as health improves – Vatican

Pope Francis passed another peaceful night in hospital, “got up and had breakfast in his armchair”, the Vatican said Thursday, the day after reporting a slight improvement in his condition. The 88-year-old was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital last Friday with bronchitis, but it later developed into pneumonia in both lungs, sparking widespread alarm. Vatican Read More

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