37 m. ago 2026 WCQ: South Africa Stars Acknowledge Challenge Of Facing Nigeria

Mohau Nkota, the attacking midfielder for Bafana Bafana, has admitted that playing against Nigeria’s Super Eagles is always a formidable task. Following a convincing 3-0 victory over Lesotho at Free State Stadium, Bafana currently tops Group C with 16 points from seven matches, buoyed by four consecutive wins over Benin and Zimbabwe. Benin sits in […]

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4 h. ago Why election hijack won’t work in Anambra: Testament of Soludo’s enduring popularity

By Ekene Okoye As the November 8, 2025, Anambra State gubernatorial election approaches, the political landscape is abuzz with activity. However, amidst the fervor, a major opposition party seems to be relying on a forlorn hope that the election result will be “written” in it’s favour. Little wonder there has been no tangible statement of […] The post Why election hijack won’t work in Anambra: Testament of Soludo’s enduring popularity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Accountant General plots to preempt Supreme Court, set to pay Osun LG funds to court

Tribune Online Accountant General plots to preempt Supreme Court, set to pay Osun LG funds to court-sacked APC chairmen, councillors, NULGE alleges In a press statement signed by its president, Dr. Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, the union warned that the alleged move would amount to... Accountant General plots to preempt Supreme Court, set to pay Osun LG funds to court-sacked APC chairmen, councillors, NULGE alleges Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s UN Humanitarian Coordinator Condemns Killing Of Civilians In Borno

United Nations resident and humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, has denounced the reported killing of dozens of civilians in Darajamal Village, Bama local government area (LGA) in Borno State, north-east Nigeria by suspected terrorists. In a statement issued yesterday by Dr. Seyi Soremekun, of the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Abuja, Fall expressed […]

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8 h. ago FG endorses Yoruba Youth Council, confirms Alawode as president

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has endorsed the Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) and confirmed Alawode Rahmon Akintunde as its read more FG endorses Yoruba Youth Council, confirms Alawode as president

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13 h. ago Tinubu, wife empower Benue women with relief aid, cash grants

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move to boost women affected by insecurity and economic challenges in Benue State, President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have extended vital relief materials and empowerment packages through the Ministry of Women Affairs.  Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, in a statement issued by her office, said on Saturday in […] The post Tinubu, wife empower Benue women with relief aid, cash grants appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Troops Kill Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Balla, 5 Others In Kogi

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 12 Brigade have killed a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Balla, and five of his fighters during ongoing clearance operations in Kogi State. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 12 Brigade, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, confirmed the development in a statement on Sunday in Lokoja. He said the operation was part […]

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14 h. ago PETROAN Supports NUPENG, Suspends Fuel Lifting From Monday For Three Days Over Dangote’s CNG Trucks Fuel Distribution

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has announced a three-day suspension of fuel lifting and dispensing, starting Tuesday, in support of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). In a statement released on Sunday, PETROAN’s National President, Billy Gillis-Harry, explained that the action is aimed at resisting monopolistic […] The post PETROAN Supports NUPENG, Suspends Fuel Lifting From Monday For Three Days Over Dangote’s CNG Trucks Fuel Distribution appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled an international organized criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the UK, Brazil, Australia, and the UAE. In a statement issued on Sunday, Femi Babafemi, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, said the operation followed a two-week intelligence-led exercise across Lagos, resulting in the arrest of three leaders of […] The post NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Oyo: Suspected Diesel From Leaking Underground Tank Spill Into Ibadan Well, Police Launch Investigation

The Oyo State Police Command has raised concerns after a liquid substance, suspected to be Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, was discovered trapped in a well at Omikunle area, Yemetu, Ibadan. According to The Guardian Nigeria, the police confirmed in a statement on Sunday that the incident was reported to the Yemetu […] The post Oyo: Suspected Diesel From Leaking Underground Tank Spill Into Ibadan Well, Police Launch Investigation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Primate Ayodele Forecasts 2025 Governorship Battles In Anambra, Ekiti, Osun

Leader of INRI (Iesus Nazarenus, Rex Iudaeorum) Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has issued fresh prophecies concerning the upcoming governorship elections. His predictions focus on the races in Anambra, Ekiti, and Osun States, highlighting key candidates and political developments in each state. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, on Sunday,  […] The post Primate Ayodele Forecasts 2025 Governorship Battles In Anambra, Ekiti, Osun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ohanaeze state presidents laud Mbata, NEC for resolving Lagos leadership crisis 

…Warn impostors to stay away    From Tony John, Port Harcourt The state chapter presidents of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo Worldwide have  commended  the  President-General, Senator John Mbata and members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) for intervening and finally laying the dispute in the Lagos State chapter to rest. The commendation was contained in a statement […] The post Ohanaeze state presidents laud Mbata, NEC for resolving Lagos leadership crisis  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ekiti Guber: “Wait For Your Time” – Bode Ola Tells APC Aspirant

  A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Bode Ola, has appealed to governorship aspirant, Engr. Kayode Ojo, to exercise patience. He urged Ojo to shelve his political ambition until after Governor Biodun Oyebanji completes a second term in office. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday,  Ola, who represented Ekiti Central in the 6th […] The post Ekiti Guber: “Wait For Your Time” – Bode Ola Tells APC Aspirant appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Osimhen Returns To Turkey As Super Eagles Depart For Crucial World Cup Qualifier In South Africa

After a hard fought 1-0 victory against Amavubi of Rwanda on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa on Sunday for another crucial and a must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. The team is set to face the Bafana Bafana in what promises to be […]

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16 h. ago Adeleke settles rift in Ife PDP after vote of confidence on his deputy, others 

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has settled the rift withing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in the Ife federal constituency after the vote of confidence passed on his deputy, Kola Adewusi, ex-national secretary of the party, Prof. Wale Oladipo, and one other.  A statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Sunday, […] The post Adeleke settles rift in Ife PDP after vote of confidence on his deputy, others  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Borno killings: Nigerians paying heavy price in face of terror – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said the recent Boko Haram attack in Darul Jamal, Bama local government area of Borno State which claimed over 60 lives is a painful reminder of the heavy price Nigerians continue to pay in the face of terror. Atiku said this in a statement condoling with the […] The post Borno killings: Nigerians paying heavy price in face of terror – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NAS decries Nigeria’s worsening literacy crisis, demands increased funding, digital inclusion

By Adewale Sanyaolu The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has described Nigeria’s worsening literacy crisis as a “national emergency”, warning that millions of out-of-school children are being condemned to lives of poverty, exclusion, and crime unless urgent action is taken. In a statement issued on Sunday to mark this year’s International Literacy Day, themed […] The post NAS decries Nigeria’s worsening literacy crisis, demands increased funding, digital inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago You’ve impacted our lives, Ekiti economy positively — Residents commend Oyebanji

Tribune Online You’ve impacted our lives, Ekiti economy positively — Residents commend Oyebanji Residents of Ekiti State have showered praises on Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his developmental projects and programmes, which they say have been evenly distributed across all sectors of the economy and the three senatorial districts of the state. You’ve impacted our lives, Ekiti economy positively — Residents commend Oyebanji Tribune Online

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20 h. ago ‘Civilians Should Never Be Target’, UN Condemns Killing Of Scores In Borno

The United Nations (UN) has condemned Friday’s deadly attack in Bama local government area of Borno State, where insurgents killed more than 50 civilians in Darajamal village. The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, in a statement on Sunday, described the incident as “deeply appalling and saddening,” stressing that civilians must never be a […]

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22 h. ago Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback

Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen has been sidelined and will miss Tuesday’s vital 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein. The striker was forced off midway through the first half of Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Uyo, following a tackle from Claude Niyomugabo. An update from the team’s camp on Sunday confirmed that […] The post Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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