92 m. ago Stop Trial Of Ohanaeze Youth President, Ugochinyere Begs Ebonyi Governor

The lawmaker representing Ideato federal constituency in Imo State, Hon Ikenga Ugochinyere Imo, has called on Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State to stop the criminal charges preferred against the national president of Ohanaeze Youth Council, Comrade Igboayaka O. Igboayaka. Ugochinyere, who doubles as the spokesperson for the  Nigeria Lawmakers Opposition Coalition, made the appeal […]

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3 h. ago FG to proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice –IPOB

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri As the trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra  (IPOB) resumes today, the group has slammed the Federal Government,describing the resumption as declaration of war on injustice as well as an act of judicial terrorism . in a statement, Spokesman of the group , Emma Powerful, who condemned […] The post FG to proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice –IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically

By Chinwendu Obienyi Wema Bank Plc has confirmed that the payment of its approved 2024 dividend to its shareholders will commence on May 22 and will be made exclusively through electronic channels. The bank in a corporate disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) signed by its company secretary, Johnson Lebile, stated that a final […] The post Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes

In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality of basic education across Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, recently announced the national flag-off of the 2023/2024 School-Based Management Committee – School Improvement Programme (SBMC-SIP) and Teacher Professional Development (TPD) initiatives. These pivotal programmes are strategically designed […] The post UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Court dismisses Emefiele’s application to recover seized Abuja estate

A federal capital territory (FCT) high court in Apo has dismissed an application filed by Godwin Emefiele, the former governor read more Court dismisses Emefiele’s application to recover seized Abuja estate

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9 h. ago My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa

Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has clarified the reasons behind his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Speaking on Monday, Okowa revealed that the decision was motivated by the need to strengthen Delta State’s connection to the federal government’s resources and goodwill, which he believes are essential for […] The post My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago PICTORIAL: 8 Die, 6 Injured As Bus Rams Into Petrol Tanker In Anambra

The sector commander of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Anambra State, Joyce Alexander, has attributed the road crash that claimed eight lives with six other persons injured in the State to over-speeding. The incident, according to her, occurred at about 9pm on Sunday night at Nteje along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway in Oyi local government […]

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10 h. ago CBN revises documentation requirements for PAPSS transactions

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a revision to the documentation requirements for transactions conducted through the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) in Nigeria. In a circular on Monday, which was signed by its Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, Hakama Ali, the apex bank said the review is part […] The post CBN revises documentation requirements for PAPSS transactions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Naira Redesign: Court Strikes Out N1bn Suit Against Buhari, Emefiele, CBN

The Federal High Court in Abuja presided over by Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo has struck out a N1 billion suit filed against former President Muhammadu Buhari and former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Godwin Emefiele, over the hardships that trailed the 2023 Naira redesign policy. The judge dismissed the suit filed by […]

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11 h. ago ASUP slams Federal Poly rectors over alleged misinterpretation of Trade Union Act

From LAYI OLANREWAJU,Ilorin The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused the Committee of Federal Rectors (COFER) of meddling in union affairs through what it described as a deliberate misinterpretation of the Trade Union Act. Speaking with journalists in Offa, Offa Local Government Area of Kwara state on Monday, the zonal coordinator, ASUP ZONE […] The post ASUP slams Federal Poly rectors over alleged misinterpretation of Trade Union Act appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged his full backing for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 reelection campaign after formally defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally held in Asaba on Monday, Oborevwori explained that the move to the APC was necessary to ensure Delta State’s alignment with the federal government. He argued […] The post Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Annie Macaulay Set To Launch New TV Station, Credits Her Children As Backbone

Annie Macaulay has revealed plans to launch her own online TV station, Annie Macaulay TV, as she moves forward after her separation from Nigerian music legend, Innocent “2Baba” Idibia. Speaking during an interview with BBC News Pidgin at the 17th Headies Awards on April 28, 2025, Annie shared that the project is already underway, with […] The post Annie Macaulay Set To Launch New TV Station, Credits Her Children As Backbone appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Payment of outstanding wage awards to federal workers begins – FG

…first tranche coming after April salaries The Federal Government is set to begin disbursing the long-awaited N35,000 monthly wage award read more Payment of outstanding wage awards to federal workers begins – FG

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13 h. ago Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced To Death By Hanging Over Singer’s Murder

Peter Nwachukwu, the spouse of the late gospel artist Osinachi Nwachukwu, has been sentenced to death by hanging by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, located in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja. The judgment was delivered on Monday by Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme, who rejected Nwachukwu’s no-case submission. The court convicted him of culpable homicide […] The post Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced To Death By Hanging Over Singer’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago 37 Visually Impaired Candidates Sit For 2025 UTME At Bauchi Centre

A total of 37 visually impaired candidates participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the Bauchi special JAMB Centre, held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Yelwa Campus. The special JAMB centre is part of the federal government’s effort to provide equal opportunities for persons with special needs to achieve their […]

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14 h. ago To proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice itself – IPOB

Demand his unconditional release From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri As the trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) resumes on Tuesday, the group has slammed the Federal Government describing the resumption as “declaration of war on injustice” as well as an “act of judicial terrorism.”  Speaking on the matter in a statement […] The post To proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice itself – IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Court sentences late gospel singer Osinachi’s husband to death by hanging

Peter Nwachukwu, husband of late gospel music sensation Osinachi Nwachukwu, has been sentenced to death by hanging by the Federal read more Court sentences late gospel singer Osinachi’s husband to death by hanging

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16 h. ago Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A credible source within the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has alleged an orchestrated ethnic campaign against the agency’s Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike. Speaking anonymously on Monday, the source claimed that a group posing as the Joint Action Congress (JAC) of NiMet is falsely calling for Anosike’s removal to destabilise the […] The post Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Annie Macaulay Reintroduces Herself As “Single” At 17th Headies Awards, Amid Separation From 2Baba

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay, formerly known as Annie Idibia, captured attention at the 17th Headies Awards, held on Sunday at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. The event, which celebrated the best in Nigerian music, saw a large turnout of celebrities. Annie, one of the presenters for the evening, made headlines as she walked the […] The post Annie Macaulay Reintroduces Herself As “Single” At 17th Headies Awards, Amid Separation From 2Baba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Headies 2025: Mohbad’s Wife Delivers Emotional Speech As He Wins Best Street

Omowunmi, the wife of the late Nigerian artist Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, moved many to tears with her heartfelt speech at the 17th Headies Awards. The ceremony, which took place on Sunday, April 27th, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, brought together numerous celebrities to celebrate musical excellence. Mohbad, a former […] The post Headies 2025: Mohbad’s Wife Delivers Emotional Speech As He Wins Best Street-Hop Artiste appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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