4 h. ago Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops

•Hail students loan scheme, road rehabilitation, new minimum wage, others From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Catholic Bishops under the umbrella of Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has noted that Nigeria is witnessing some positive development lately. This was contained in the communique of the 2025 first plenary meeting of the CBCN released in Abuja, […] The post Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Cultist shoots Osun grocery seller for demanding payment for drinks

A suspected cultist, Segun Ogunfunmilayo, has been arrested by the Osun State Police Command for shooting a grocery seller in the Ede area of the state. Ogunfunmilayo, who allegedly committed the act on March 8, 2025, at about 9:00 pm in the Bihari/Ishola area, Ede, had reportedly bought a bottle of energy drink from the Read More

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5 h. ago W’Cup qualifiers: Torunarigha replaces injured Tella in Eagles squad

Bayer Leverkusen forward Nathan Tella has withdrawn from Nigeria’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe with Gent defender Jordan Torunarigha called up to replace him, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The replacement comes two days after the release of the final 23-man squad for coach Eric Chelle’s first assignments in charge of Read More

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5 h. ago NAICOM reports 1,571 policyholder complaints against insurers

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has released a comprehensive report outlining 1,571 complaints lodged by policyholders against various insurance companies within Nigeria. Topping the list of insurers with grievances is Industrial and General Insurance (IGI) Plc. The report witnesses was published on NAICOM’s website on Wednesday, is part of the commission’s […] The post NAICOM reports 1,571 policyholder complaints against insurers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Attackers of Ondo communities won’t escape justice, says Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the recent attacks on communities in Akure North Local Government Area, where suspected herdsmen killed several residents. No fewer than 14 people were reportedly shot dead, while many others sustained injuries in the attacks, which occurred last Saturday in the communities Read More

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6 h. ago PalmPay, AfriGO to advance financial Inclusion, digital economy

PalmPay and AfriGO have announced a strategic partnership to redefine the payment landscape by issuing over 5 million AfriGO cards to Nigerians. Through this initiative, PalmPay and AfriGO are set to empower underserved communities, drive financial inclusion, and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy. AfriGO card, powered by Afrigopay Financial Services Limited, is a homegrown payment solution […] The post PalmPay, AfriGO to advance financial Inclusion, digital economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Police arrest siblings for stealing five bags of cement in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has detained two brothers, Philips and Charles Igbodo, for allegedly stealing five bags of cement in the Idiroko area of the state. According to a statement released on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, the brothers were initially apprehended by a member of the Amotekun Corps. Philips, who works Read More

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11 h. ago I remain in APC, will popularise it, Buhari declares amid defections

Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress, stating that he remains a committed member and will do everything within his power to strengthen the party. This is amidst growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. In a Thursday statement released by his former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, on Wednesday, Read More

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11 h. ago “No Commot Your Pant For My Stage” – Speed Darlington Says As He Invites Portable For April Concert

Nigerian music star Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has released a video discussing his upcoming concert in April. The rapper, who has had a long-standing feud with Burna Boy, revealed that he wants Portable to perform at the event. The singer on his Instagram page on Thursday urged his fans to share Portable’s […] The post “No Commot Your Pant For My Stage” – Speed Darlington Says As He Invites Portable For April Concert appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago LG chair Ogalla advocates tax payment for governments to deliver democracy dividends

From Sunday Ani, Enugu The importance of revenue generation to the delivery of democracy dividends to the people was the crux of a meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, between the Igbo-Eze North Local Government Chairman, Hon. Uche Ogalla, and the leadership of various markets, artisans, government functionaries, and stakeholders of the council area. In […] The post LG chair Ogalla advocates tax payment for governments to deliver democracy dividends appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ondo surveyors knock govt over colleagues’ kidnap, demand improved security

The Ondo State chapter of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors  has berated the state government over its handling of security concerns following the recent abduction of nine surveyors in Ilu Abo community, the Akure North Local Government Area. The victims were reportedly whisked away by gunmen last week while carrying out a survey at a Read More

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15 h. ago Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety

Tribune Online Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety He said “On behalf of the good people of Ondo State, I commiserate with the affected families. We assure residents and farmers that now that the government is here, we will secure the area and bring the culprits to justice. Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members

Tribune Online Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members Surveyors in Ondo state under the auspices of Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) have expressed deep concern over the increase in incidents of kidnapping involving their members in the state. Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Ondo Attacks: Gov Aiyedatiwa Assures Residents Of Maximum Security

Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa has assured residents of government’s intervention following the brutal attack on Alajido and Sunday Camp Farm settlements in Akure North Local government area of the state. Aiyedatiwa who equally assured residents of the affected areas of immediate security measures and amelioration of their plights, described the incident as an […]

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17 h. ago Army Kills Kidnappers, Arrests Gunrunners in Plateau, Kaduna

Troops of the 3 Division and Operation SAFE HAVEN, as part of the ongoing Operation LAFIYAN JAMA’A, have neutralised two kidnappers and arrested suspected gunrunners while recovering arms and ammunition in Plateau and Kaduna states. The Media Information Officer for OPSH, Major Samson Zhakom, disclosed this in a statement posted on the Nigerian Army’s official Read More

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19 h. ago Niger CJ decries rising teenagers’ involvement in kidnapping, banditry

Tribune Online Niger CJ decries rising teenagers’ involvement in kidnapping, banditry The Chief Judge of Niger State, Justice Halima Ibrahim Abdulmalik, has decried the alarming rate of teenagers' involvement in kidnapping and banditry activities in the state. Niger CJ decries rising teenagers’ involvement in kidnapping, banditry Tribune Online

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20 h. ago PDP accuses Sokoto govt of ‘persistent delay’ in payment of civil servants’ salary

Tribune Online PDP accuses Sokoto govt of ‘persistent delay’ in payment of civil servants’ salary The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State has strongly criticised the APC-led administration of Governor Ahmed Aliyu over its failure to pay civil servants' salaries on time, leaving many workers in distress. PDP accuses Sokoto govt of ‘persistent delay’ in payment of civil servants’ salary Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Insecurity: There’s urgent need to establish state police – Okafor, SSA coordinator

By Sunday Ani The National Coordinator of the Southern Solidarity Alliance (SSA), Ndubuisi Okafor, has expressed concerns about the escalating insecurity in Southern Nigeria, particularly in the South East and South West regions. In this interview, Okafor highlighted alarming incidents of killings, kidnappings and widespread violence perpetrated by criminals, alongside the excessive use of force […] The post Insecurity: There’s urgent need to establish state police – Okafor, SSA coordinator appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Troops neutralise kidnappers, nab gunrunners in Kaduna, Plateau

By John Ogunsemore Troops of 3 Division and Operation Safe Haven on the ongoing Operation Lafiyan Jama’a have neutralised two kidnappers and nabbed suspected gunrunners while recovering arms and ammunition in Plateau and Kaduna states. Media Information Officer, Operation Safe Havdn, Major Samson Zhakom disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. He disclosed that on […] The post Troops neutralise kidnappers, nab gunrunners in Kaduna, Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Katsina Police Foil Bandits Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 30 Victims

Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have foiled a kidnapping attempt in the Unguwar Sarkin Fulani Dutsen Dadi community, Faskari Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the security agents also rescued 30 residents abducted by criminals elements, suspected to be bandits on Wednesday. In a statement by the the Command’s […] The post Katsina Police Foil Bandits Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 30 Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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