5 h. ago Shettima urges peace, political unity in Kano during condolence visit

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Saturday, urged Kano State residents to set aside political differences and promote peace. He made the appeal during a condolence visit to the family of the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, who passed away two weeks ago. A press release by Mustapha Muhammad, Chief Press […] The post Shettima urges peace, political unity in Kano during condolence visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago APC taking over Abia in 2027, sure deal – Ex Minister, Ikoh boasts

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The former Minister of State for Science and Technology, Chief Henry Ikoh has boasted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) winning Abia State in 2027 was a sure deal. Chief Ikoh stated this at his country home, Ahuwa Oboro, Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State during an APC stakeholders meeting. […] The post APC taking over Abia in 2027, sure deal – Ex Minister, Ikoh boasts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Mr Macaroni Condemns Bashir Ahmad’s Stance On Burnt Shop Of TikToker Who Criticised Kano Governor

Renowned content creator and activist Mr Macaroni has criticised Bashir Ahmad, former aide to ex-President Buhari, for his remarks directed at Rahama Saidu, the TikToker who condemned the Kano governor after her shop was demolished and subsequently set on fire. The issue arose when the Kano Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA) tore down part […] The post Mr Macaroni Condemns Bashir Ahmad’s Stance On Burnt Shop Of TikToker Who Criticised Kano Governor appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago MultiChoice Unveils Affordable Weekly DStv, GOtv Subscriptions

In a bid to enhance accessibility and flexibility for viewers, MultiChoice has unveiled a new range of affordable weekly subscription packages for both DStv and GOtv users under a campaign dubbed ‘Ka Weekie’. Announced on Thursday, the new packages are designed to cater to customers who prefer short-term payment options, with prices starting as low […]

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30 h. ago Trinity House donates N30m coaster bus to Ikoyi Correctional Centre

By PHILIP NWOSU In a bid to ease the transportation of inmates to and from court, Trinity House Church has donated a new coaster bus valued at N30 million to the Ikoyi Correctional Centre in Lagos. The donation was made during a presentation ceremony held at the correctional facility, where the Senior Pastor of Trinity […] The post Trinity House donates N30m coaster bus to Ikoyi Correctional Centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago The LOGIC Church hosts inaugural Good Friday worship event in Lagos

The Love of God in Christ (LOGIC) Church is set to host its first “Jesus + Nothing” Worship, a gospel read more The LOGIC Church hosts inaugural Good Friday worship event in Lagos

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34 h. ago Despite Presidency Warning, Gov Eno Endorses Tinubu For 2027 Re

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has openly declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s second term reelection bid in the upcoming 2027 general election in defiance of a directive by the Presidency for campaigners to stop doing so for the President more than two years to the end of his first tenure in […]

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38 h. ago British High Commission Donates Kits To Nigeria Rugby Football Federation

In a bid to promote the game of rugby in Nigeria, the British High Commission, in collaboration with SOS Kits, has generously donated rugby kits and balls to the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF). This initiative aims to further develop the sport within the country. The presentation took place at the Media Centre of the […]

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39 h. ago “Mosquito Can’t Beat A Lion” — Portable Dares Speed Darlington Ahead Of Celebrity Bout

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, and his rival Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, were involved in heated verbal exchanges on Thursday. The duo have promised a fierce confrontation at the ‘Chaos In The Ring’ boxing event, set to take place on Friday at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos. The weigh-ins for all […] The post “Mosquito Can’t Beat A Lion” — Portable Dares Speed Darlington Ahead Of Celebrity Bout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Onakoya Begins Second Attempt At Longest Chess Marathon In New York

Tunde Onakoya, Nigerian chess master and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, has launched another attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. The commencement of the marathon was revealed by Gift of Chess, a New York-based non-profit organisation focused on distributing chess sets worldwide, in photos and videos shared […] The post Onakoya Begins Second Attempt At Longest Chess Marathon In New York appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago ChessMasters – Set to be Africa’s Largest Annual School Chess Tournament to Launch in Lagos this May

First ChessMasters Tournament to Include 500+ Young Players from 100+ Schools The initiative with Lagos-based KEY academy and Eko Hotels read more ChessMasters – Set to be Africa’s Largest Annual School Chess Tournament to Launch in Lagos this May

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45 h. ago Police seize 2,084 Tramadol sachets, arrest suspects in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has recovered 2,084 sachets of suspected tramadol tablets worth N3.5m from two suspected drug dealers. According to a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, on Thursday, the arrest is in its bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. “On March 20th, 2025, Read More

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47 h. ago Welfare: Akwa Ibom Poly ASUP, NASU, SSANIP Set For Strike April 22

Students of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic (AkwaPoly), Ikot Osurua in the Ikot Ekpene local government area have expressed concerns that the ongoing semester examinations could be shelved and the school calendar truncated unless the government addresses the grievances of academics and other workers‘ unions, which have set April 22, 2025, to call their members out […]

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48 h. ago Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price

By Adewale Sanyaolu Hopes of a swift drop in the retail price of petrol were dashed yesterday as Dangote’s key fuel retail partners- MRS, AP, Heyden and three others, failed to implement a renewed deal of N890 per litre petrol price. Dangote Petroleum Refinery had on Wednesday announced a fresh pact with its key partners: […] The post Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Adedoja Allen, MD/CEO City 105.1 FM/Founder, City Media Academy

Adedoja Allen is the founder of City Media Academy. City Media Academy was set up because of the influx of read more Adedoja Allen, MD/CEO City 105.1 FM/Founder, City Media Academy

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52 h. ago Elegushi: Suspects in false allegation case know fate June 4

Justice Ibironke Harrison of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Tafawa Balewa Square has set June 4 to rule on the bail application of five persons arraigned on allegations of making false statements to the police against the Elegushi of Ikate Land, Oba Saheed Elegushi. PUNCH Online reports that the defendants were arraigned before Read More

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53 h. ago Tech Entrepreneur Urges Young Africans To Set Goals, Create Opportunities

Nigerian-born tech entrepreneur and investor, Oyemonlan Benjamin Oseoje, has emphasised the importance of goal-setting and proactive planning as essential traits for contemporary entrepreneurs hoping to achieve success in today’s fast-paced business landscape. . Speaking on the mindset required to succeed, he said, “To be a go-getter, you must at first be a goal-setter.” He urged […]

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56 h. ago Police nab drug dealers, seize ₦3.5m worth of tramadol in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth ₦3,500,000.00 in a bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. According to a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Abubakar Sadiq made available to newsmen on Read More

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56 h. ago ‘It’s Purely On Merit’, Presidency Defends Census C’ttee Composition

The Presidency has dismissed criticism from sections of the media regarding the recently constituted committee on the proposed National Census, describing the backlash as “laughable and ill-informed.” Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Segun Dada, in a post on his X handle on Friday, defended the composition of the committee set up by […]

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56 h. ago ‘Chaos in the Ring’ boxing event targets ₦1bn to empower Nigerian communities

In a bold push to empower underserved communities across Nigeria, Balmoral Group Promotions is set to stage the biggest boxing read more ‘Chaos in the Ring’ boxing event targets ₦1bn to empower Nigerian communities

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