2 h. ago Mixed reactions trail invasion, sealing of Amotekun office in Osun

Adeleke commends police lost 12 people to Amotekun’s killing – Senator Fadahunsi Osun assembly condemns invasion From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Mixed reactions have trailed the invasion of Amotekun offices in Osun State by the police over the killings of some residents of Akinlalu, a community in Ife North Local Government of the state. After the […] The post Mixed reactions trail invasion, sealing of Amotekun office in Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NELFUND reopens student loan portal for 2024/2025 academic year

…gives 203 affected institutions 24 hours to act From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the reopening of the student loan portal for interested students to apply for tuition fees for the 2024/2025 academic year alongside the optional monthly stipend to enable tertiary institutions that are yet to complete their student […] The post NELFUND reopens student loan portal for 2024/2025 academic year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Lookman Out Of Nigeria’s Final Match Against Benin

The reigning African Player of the Year and Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman, will be unavailable for Nigeria’s final World Cup qualifying match against Benin Republic on Tuesday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Nigerian star received his second consecutive yellow card during their 2-1 victory against Lesotho in Polokwane, South Africa, on Friday. Lookman was […]

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2 h. ago FG, House of Reps applaud Chinese Govt over China Women’s Film Festival

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government and the House of Representatives, have applauded the Chinese Government over the China Women’s Film Festival organised by the China Cultural Centre in Abuja. The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim and the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Gabriel Zock, gave the […] The post FG, House of Reps applaud Chinese Govt over China Women’s Film Festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago ‘Academic stress, lifestyle pressure cause of students’ mental health issues’

Clinical psychologists have identified lifestyle pressures, academic stress and social media influence as key contributors to emotional instability among Nigerian read more ‘Academic stress, lifestyle pressure cause of students’ mental health issues’

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4 h. ago Super Eagles Boost World Cup Hopes With Slim Win Over Lesotho

Nigeria need to beat Benin Republic to stand a chance at qualification to the 2026 World Cup The post Super Eagles Boost World Cup Hopes With Slim Win Over Lesotho appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago NAF Airstrikes Disrupt Illegal Crude Oil Refining Clusters In Rivers

In a precise and intelligence-driven operation on October 7, 2025, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) airstrikes have successfully disrupted clusters of illegal crude oil refining sites deep within the creeks of Etche local government area of Rivers State. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, said the airstrikes were conducted on October […]

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4 h. ago Kano NSCDC Arrests Three With Marijuana, Hands Them Over To NDLEA

The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security And Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has handed over a suspected Indian hemp dealer and two other accomplices to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution. The trio was reportedly arrested by NSCDC operatives in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State during […] The post Kano NSCDC Arrests Three With Marijuana, Hands Them Over To NDLEA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Confront False Narratives On Religious Conflict In Nigeria, NSCIA Tells Federal Government

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has called on the Federal Government to take a decisive position on what it described as false and misleading claims of religious persecution in Nigeria, urging concerned authorities to identify and address the sources of such narratives. In a statement signed by its Deputy National Legal Adviser, […]

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4 h. ago Abia police arrests 10 for child theft, rescues 18 stolen kids

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia police command said it has arrested 10 persons suspected to be involved in child theft and rescued 18 children allegedly stolen by the suspects. In a release, the command’s police public relations officer (PPRO), Maureen Chinaka said on September 27, at about 09:40hrs, a complaint was received at Ohuru Isimiri […] The post Abia police arrests 10 for child theft, rescues 18 stolen kids appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Three civilians killed, one injured as troops quell communal clash in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Three civilians have been killed and one injured in an outbreak of violent hostilities between Ugambe community in Konshisha Local Government Area and Mbaiase community in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State. The Force Commander, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Major General Moses Gara, disclosed this in a statement […] The post Three civilians killed, one injured as troops quell communal clash in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FG, UBEC begin nationwide distribution of interactive board to public schools

By Gabriel Dike The Federal Government and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) on Friday began a nationwide distribution of Interactive Smart Board to public schools in the country. The launch of the digitalization of public schools initiative was performed at Queen’s College, Yaba, by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa supported by the Executive […] The post FG, UBEC begin nationwide distribution of interactive board to public schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Military closes Borno major highway after deadly B’Haram attack

closure to clear IED-laden spots as 4 soldiers die, 5 wounded From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri The military on Friday closed a major highway in Borno after a deadly, coordinated attack by Boko Haram which led to the death of four troops. Boko Haram targeting the military Super Camp at Ngamdu, a town situated along Maiduguri-Damaturu […] The post Military closes Borno major highway after deadly B’Haram attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 1986 Coup: Late General Vatsa’s family thanks president Tinubu over State pardon

Says God has used him to heal the family wound after 39 years Insists late Vatsa was framed up in the coup From John Adams Minna The family of late General Mamman Jiya Vatsa who was executed for an alleged coup plot against General Ibrahim Babangida regime in 1986 has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […] The post 1986 Coup: Late General Vatsa’s family thanks president Tinubu over State pardon appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Arokodare lead Super Eagles’ attack against Lesotho

Victor Osimhen has been picked in the Super Eagles starting line-up for the all-important 2026 World Cup Group A qualifier against Lesotho in Polokwane. Galatasaray’s striker has returned to the team after missing the last game against South Africa. He had suffered a bruised shin in the match against Rwanda at Uyo and had to […] The post 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Arokodare lead Super Eagles’ attack against Lesotho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Troops Avert Deadly Communal Clash Between Ugambe, Mbaiase In Benue

Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), successfully prevented a potentially deadly communal clash between Ugambe community in Konshisha Local Government Area and Mbaiase community in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State. According to a statement signed by the Acting Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, on Friday, the soldiers […] The post Troops Avert Deadly Communal Clash Between Ugambe, Mbaiase In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Bring In Successful Foreign Presidents To Fix Nigeria – Actor Okele

Nigerian actor Tunde Usman, popularly known as Okele, has suggested a unique approach to addressing the country’s economic difficulties, “signing” foreign presidents to lead Nigeria. The actor made the proposal while reacting to the recent hike in cooking gas prices across the nation in a video that has gone viral on his Instagram page. He […] The post Bring In Successful Foreign Presidents To Fix Nigeria – Actor Okele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “I Once Received Yams, Live Chickens As Payment For Performing” — Tim Godfrey

Gospel singer and minister Tim Godfrey has responded to the ongoing debate surrounding the high performance fees demanded by some gospel artists. The conversation first emerged in March when Femi Lazarus, lead pastor of Light Nation Church in Abuja, disclosed that a gospel artist had once requested N5 million to perform at a worship event, […] The post “I Once Received Yams, Live Chickens As Payment For Performing” — Tim Godfrey appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Governor Mbah, His Appointees Will Dump PDP For Our Party – Enugu APC Leaders

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah is set to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) next week. The development was confirmed on Friday, by APC National Chairman Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda and Deputy National Chairman, South-East, Emma Eneukwu, during an event in Abuja. The announcement came as the […] The post Governor Mbah, His Appointees Will Dump PDP For Our Party – Enugu APC Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Super Eagles: Missing 2006 World Cup affected our careers – Joseph Yobo

By John Ogunsemore Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo has recounted how missing the World Cup in 2006 stunted the careers of many players in that team. He made this known amid the current Super Eagles’ struggle to reach the 2026 World Cup in North America. With 11 points, Eric Chelle’s team sit in third […] The post Super Eagles: Missing 2006 World Cup affected our careers – Joseph Yobo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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