15 h. ago VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account

Martins Vincent Otse, a popular Nigerian social media influencer known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by the Nigerian police in Abuja. His arrest followed his public complaints about unauthorized debits from his mother’s bank account, at the request of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank). Barrister Deji Adeyanju, the legal representative of VeryDarkMan, confirmed the arrest to […] The post VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja As Nigeria joins the global community to mark the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) has urged media professionals to critically assess the state of press freedom in the country, particularly in light of the rapid digital transformation and the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. […] The post Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Diddy Combs Rejects Plea Deal Ahead Of Monday Sex Trafficking Trial

Embattled United States music mogul, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has formally rejected the US government’s offer to plead guilty and spare himself the possibility of a prolonged prison sentence. This is as the jury selection in the long-awaited trial is set to begin on Monday, coincidentally the same day as the Met Gala, the glittering charity […]

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27 h. ago May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa; Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan; Noah Ebije, Kaduna; Tony Osauzo, Benin; Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi; Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki; Emmanuel Uzor, Awka; and  Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As workers in Nigeria joined their counterparts across the world to celebrate the Workers’ Day yesterday, state governors praised the civil servants for their commitment to duties in […] The post May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago We’re Giving Youths Opportunities To Unlock Potential — Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has assured that his administration will continue to give youths in the state the platforms and opportunities to unlock their potential. Governor Makinde said his government has been pursuing the objectives of the nation’s economic prosperity through creation of entrepreneurs and commitment to the education of the young people […]

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47 h. ago Don’t Sow Discord Between Alaafin, Ooni, Aide Tells Bloggers, Commentators

Bloggers and online commentators have been told to redirect their energies towards supporting Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi to address the relevant issues confronting the people of Yorubaland rather than causing disaffection between the two monarchs. LEADERSHIP recalls that controversies have trailed the refusal […]

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57 h. ago Why Africa can’t mirror Europe: Rethinking statehood by geography

Geographical determinism, the theory that physical environments significantly influence social and political development, offers a lens through which to understand read more Why Africa can’t mirror Europe: Rethinking statehood by geography

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62 h. ago Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has approved the appointment of 168 aides to enhance governance across the state’s 20 local government areas (LGAs). The appointees include Principal Special Assistants (PSAs), Senior Special Assistants (SSAs), Special Assistants (SAs), and Personal Assistants (PAs), selected based on merit, experience, political background, and leadership […] The post Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Makinde Makes Case For Increased Investment In ICT, Artificial Intelligence

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has stressed the need for Nigeria to look beyond crude oil to embracing more investment in information technology and artificial intelligence as pathways to the future. In order to create lasting prosperity, Governor Makinde also charged Nigerian leaders to look after the people by investing more in education and entrepreneurship […]

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2 d. ago Senator Moro Blames Okowa For PDP’s 2023 Loss, Says His Choice As Atiku’s Running Mate ‘Serious Mistake’

The Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would have emerged victorious in the 2023 presidential election had former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, was not selected as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, monitored by our correspondent on Tuesday […]

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3 d. ago Waterway Safety: Oyetola Flags Off Distribution Of 42,00 Life Jackets

To enhance safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to waterway users across 12 selected riverine states. The initiative flagged off at a ceremony in Minna, Niger State, is aimed at curbing the alarming rate of boat mishaps […]

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3 d. ago Benue LG tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue Interference

From Idu Jude Abuja The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) have petitioned the Nigerian Judicial Council (NJC) over undue interference of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, who allegedly influenced the Local Government Election Petition Appeals Tribunal for political purposes. In […] The post Benue LG tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue Interference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has urged Nigeria to shift from reliance on crude oil to achieve sustainable prosperity through investments in education, entrepreneurship, and technology. Speaking on Tuesday, April 29, at the commissioning of an IT Community Centre donated by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the Oladipo Alayande School […] The post Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Benue LG Tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue interference 

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) have petitioned the Nigerian Judicial Council (NJC) over undue interference of the Chief Judge of Benue State, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, who allegedly influenced the Local Government Election Petition Appeals Tribunal for political purposes. In […] The post Benue LG Tribunal: CNPP, CNCSOs petition NJC over undue interference  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Meet Nigerians who were part of Pope Francis’ inner circle at the Vatican

In the Catholic Church — the Vatican — a select group of Nigerian clerics rose to positions of extraordinary influence read more Meet Nigerians who were part of Pope Francis’ inner circle at the Vatican

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5 d. ago Draw Line Between Activism, Slander, APC Chieftain Warns VeryDarkMan

South South Zonal Organising Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Blessing Agbomhere Esq, has warned social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to immediately tender an unreserved apology to the President of the Senate. The third citizen of Nigeria, Senator Godswill Akpabio, following what he described as Otse’s unwarranted and slanderous […]

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5 d. ago APC Condemns VeryDarkMan’s Comments On Akpabio’s Rome Trip, Demands Apology

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has demanded that social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, issue an apology within seven days for what it called disparaging remarks against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. VeryDarkMan, in a trending video, criticised the Senate President for travelling to Rome despite the ongoing insecurity in the country. […] The post APC Condemns VeryDarkMan’s Comments On Akpabio’s Rome Trip, Demands Apology appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Why Nasarawa’s Traditional Political Architecture Should Be Sustained

As the 2027 general elections approach, the political atmosphere in Nasarawa State is gradually heating up, with permutations already flying across the political landscape. At the centre of discussions is the growing national influence of certain political figures who have begun positioning themselves for the governorship ticket. However, several political observers, stakeholders, and analysts argue […]

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6 d. ago 2026 guber: Osun easy to grab if APC leadership puts its acts together – Hon. Makinde, former federal lawmaker

By Daniel Kanu Hon. Rotimi Makinde, who represented Ife Federal Constituency, Osun State in the 7th National Assembly, was the deputy chairman, Human Rights Committee in the Assembly. He was notable  for his great contributions in legislative matters. Makinde, an APC chieftain was in the forefront in the formation of the South-West Agenda for Asiwaju […] The post 2026 guber: Osun easy to grab if APC leadership puts its acts together – Hon. Makinde, former federal lawmaker appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Funke Akindele, Chimamanda, Pastor Jerry To Headline Chude’s Talk Concert In Lagos

A star-studded line-up of creatives, thought leaders and and cultural influencers is set to grace the stage at the highly anticipated three-day Talk Concert in Lagos. Top actors and musicians – including the dynamic Funke Akindele, Falz the Bahd Guy, Bobby Ray, Pastor Jerry, and renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – are set to bring […]

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