73 m. ago I Was Taught By The Best – Ice Prince Credits MI Abaga For Success In Rap

Nigerian rapper Ice Prince has praised MI Abaga as his mentor, acknowledging him for teaching him the craft of rap and shaping his music career. During a recent interview with Isbaeu on Curiosity Made Me Ask, shared on YouTube, Ice Prince spoke about his rap abilities, attributing his lyrical strength and confidence to the years […] The post I Was Taught By The Best – Ice Prince Credits MI Abaga For Success In Rap appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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77 m. ago ‘Did We Sign Any Agreement?’ – Speed Darlington Reacts To Trolls After Knockout Loss To Portable

Controversial artist Speed Darlington has fired back at those dragging him for losing to Portable, expressing his frustration over their reactions. It’s worth noting that Portable knocked out Speed Darlington in the first round of their boxing match. There’s growing demand for a rematch, as many believe the two should face off again to balance […] The post ‘Did We Sign Any Agreement?’ – Speed Darlington Reacts To Trolls After Knockout Loss To Portable appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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77 m. ago Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has rescued a two-day-old baby and arrested two traffickers who attempted to sell the infant for ₦800,000. Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Monday. John revealed that the command’s operatives stopped a vehicle on Nsit Atai-Oron Road, which was being […] The post Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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79 m. ago NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items

Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, has apprehended a man identified as Usman Jungudo for vandalizing railway tracks in the Cross Tasha, Kirfi Local Government Area of the state. Addressing newsmen on Monday, the state’s Commandant of the NSCDC, Oloyede Nelson disclosed that the 45 years old suspect was arrested […] The post NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Transfer: Osimhen Missing As Chelsea Shortlist 3 Strikers For Summer Signing

Chelsea have drawn up a three-man striker shortlist for the summer, according to The Athletic. Multiple reports have suggested that Chelsea are interested in Napoli-owned striker Victor Osimhen but the Nigerian international was not mentioned in Athletic’s David Omstein’s list. Ornstein reports that the Blues are keen on bolstering their attacking options after the season. […]

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4 h. ago Top Sports, Business, Govt Officials For Maiden Sports Meet Nigeria Conference In Abuja

The inaugural Sports Meet Nigeria Conference is set to hold on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the prestigious Cubana Hotel in Jabi, Abuja. This high-impact event aims to bring together sports business professionals, investors, marketers, broadcasters, media and public relations experts, as well as sports and social entrepreneurs, administrators, and leaders from key industries to […]

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8 h. ago No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak

The Kwara State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has dismissed recent reports circulating online that there was a jailbreak at the Borstal Training Institute in Ilorin. Clarifying the situation in a statement issued on Monday, the institution’s spokesperson, A.O. Bamigbade, debunked the claims, stressing that the incident being reported did not occur at the […] The post No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG Generates N6.96bn From Mining Fees in Q1 2025 — Dele Alake

The Federal Government has reported significant progress in the mining sector, with revenues from mining fees hitting N6.96 billion in the first quarter of 2025. This was disclosed by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, during the second Annual Mining Conference hosted by BusinessDay newspaper in Abuja. According to a statement from […] The post FG Generates N6.96bn From Mining Fees in Q1 2025 — Dele Alake appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death

  The Vatican on Monday officially announced that Pope Francis has passed away following a severe stroke that resulted in a coma and ultimately led to heart failure. The 88-year-old pontiff died peacefully in his private quarters at the Santa Marta residence within the Vatican at 7:35 a.m. local time . According to the death […] The post Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Easter: Five Worshipers Retuning From Prayer Ground Killed, 13 Injured In Gombe Road Accident

At least five persons have been killed, while 13 others injured in a truck accident which occurred in Tashan Gona, Billiri Local Government of Gombe state.  It was gathered that the incident happened at about 7:20 am on Easter Monday, after a truck laden with grains crashed into worshippers returning from Easter prayer ground. In […] The post Easter: Five Worshipers Retuning From Prayer Ground Killed, 13 Injured In Gombe Road Accident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge

Veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem has initiated the ‘Tell Your Papa’ challenge on social media, brushing aside the federal government’s ban. Information Nigeria had previously reported that the Nigerian government banned Eedris Abdulkareem’s newly released anti-Tinubu song, “Tell Your Papa,” from being aired on all radio and television stations. The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), through a […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago We’re Working With NASS To Enable Diaspora Voting – APC Chairman

National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has said that the ruling party is working with National Assembly to ensure that Nigerians in the diaspora vote during general elections. Speaking during the unveiling of a new executive committee for the France chapter of the party in Paris on Monday, Ganduje disclosed that APC would […] The post We’re Working With NASS To Enable Diaspora Voting – APC Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago You’re a Political Passenger – Ganduje Replies Galadima’s Criticism

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday, fired back at Buba Galadima, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), branding him a politician with no relevance or stronghold. Galadima had earlier stated that Ganduje owed his position as APC Chairman to President Bola Tinubu, claiming he lacked […] The post You’re a Political Passenger – Ganduje Replies Galadima’s Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband

Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Trade and Export, Mrs. Shimite Winifred Bello, has been confirmed dead. It was gathered that the renowned Trade and Economic expert allegedly died as a result of domestic violence on Monday. In Facebook post shared by  Hon. Oge Okonkwo, disclosed that Shimite’s husband has been arrested […] The post Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Plateau Christians Stage Peaceful Protest Over Unending Killings

  Christian groups in Plateau State have taken to the streets in a peaceful demonstration to protest the relentless killings plaguing various communities in the state. The protest, organised under the platform of the Church Leaders Denominational Forum, took place on Monday and was led by Rev. Amos Mohzo. Addressing journalists on Monday, Rev. Mohzo, […] The post Plateau Christians Stage Peaceful Protest Over Unending Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement

Osun State has been thrown into shock following the burning of the Ilesa High Court 2, an incident Governor Ademola Adeleke has firmly condemned. The early morning fire, allegedly caused by unknown assailants, razed the court building and destroyed sensitive legal materials, including documents and case exhibits. In a statement released on Monday through his […] The post Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Fiscal pressure mounts as FG slashes spending, deficit expands

By Chinwendu Obienyi The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) recorded a significant decline in expenditure and revenue in January 2025, as fresh data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed a deepening fiscal deficit and falling receipts from both oil and non-oil sources. According to provisional figures from the apex bank’s economic report for […] The post Fiscal pressure mounts as FG slashes spending, deficit expands appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Favour Ofili, 2 others qualify for 2025 World Athletics Championships

Three Nigerian athletes Favour Ofili, Kanyinsola Ajayi, and Tima Godbless, have secured qualification for the 2025 World Athletics Championships set to take place in Tokyo, Japan, this August, Sports247 reports. Ofili, competing at the Tom Jones Memorial in Gainesville, Florida, finished second in the women’s 200m with a time of 22.34 seconds, trailing only reigning […] The post Favour Ofili, 2 others qualify for 2025 World Athletics Championships appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tennista Foundation offers Jnr Tennis tournament winners, runner

Tennista Foundation has offered scholarships to the winners and runner-ups in both the boys and girls categories respectively of its just concluded maiden Junior Tennis Tournament. The tournament saw intense competition among 55 young athletes, displaying exceptional talents, grit and sportsmanship during the thrilling 4-day, starting from the preliminaries to the final on the Lawn […] The post Tennista Foundation offers Jnr Tennis tournament winners, runner-ups scholarship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Plateau Killings: We’re excluded from peace parley, MACBAN laments

From Jude Owuamanam Jos Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Plateau State Chapter hae expresses surprise and concern over being excluded from a security meeting held by the Plateau State Government on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Banquet Hall, New Government House. The association, in a statement signed by the MACBAN Chairman, […] The post Plateau Killings: We’re excluded from peace parley, MACBAN laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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