45 m. ago ‘Real family doesn’t manipulate,’ Peter Okoye says after testifying against brother in court

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – Read More

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45 m. ago Navy destroys eight illegal bunkering sites in Ondo community

The Forward Operation Base of the Nigerian Navy in Igbokoda, Ondo State, has destroyed eight illegal bunkering sites in the state. The military said the development was a breakthrough against maritime crime in the riverine area of the Sunshine State. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Igbokoda, the Commanding Officer of the base, Navy Captain Read More

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57 m. ago Chief Magistrate who claimed retirement over state of emergency was sacked – Rivers Govt

From Tony John, Port Harcourt A twist has emerged in the story of Chief Magistrate Ejike King George, who claimed he voluntarily retired from the Rivers State Judiciary to protest the state of emergency in Rivers State. His letter announcing voluntary retirement spread widely on Monday, April 14. However, the Rivers State Judicial Service Commission […] The post Chief Magistrate who claimed retirement over state of emergency was sacked – Rivers Govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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89 m. ago Sexual harassment: Natasha Akpoti’s allegation contradictory, says Agbakoba

Olisa Agbakoba, former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has stated that the sexual harassment allegation made by Natasha read more Sexual harassment: Natasha Akpoti’s allegation contradictory, says Agbakoba

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1 hour ago BREAKING: Oyetola orders NIMASA to commence process of CVFF disbursement

By Steve Agbota In a landmark move poised to reshape Nigeria’s maritime landscape, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Isiaka Oyetola, has directed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to commence the process that will lead to the long-awaited disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF).  This directive marks a […] The post BREAKING: Oyetola orders NIMASA to commence process of CVFF disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Tinubu Laying Foundation For Nigeria’s Prosperity, Says Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has said that President Bola Tinubu was laying a solid foundation for the country’s prosperity. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, on Tuesday, the Deputy President of the Senate urged all Nigerians to support the President in […]

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2 h. ago Chief Magistrate Didn’t Resign Because Of Emergency Rule, Says Rivers Judiciary

The Rivers State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has debunked the claims by a former Chief Magistrate, Ejike King George, that he resigned from office due to the declaration of state of emergency in the state. George, had in a letter dated April 11, 2025, and addressed to the Chief Judge of Rivers State through the […]

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2 h. ago Transfer: We want Osimhen to stay – Galatasaray’s VP insists

Galatasaray Vice President İbrahim Hatipoğlu hopes Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen will stay at the club beyond the current season. Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli last September, has been a sensation in the Super Lig, scoring 29 goals and providing five assists in 33 appearances across all competitions. A permanent move to Galatasaray […] The post Transfer: We want Osimhen to stay – Galatasaray’s VP insists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Akpabio: Natasha’s allegation has significant contradictions – Olisa Agbakoba 

…hints at fresh legal action, demands clarification from suspended Senator  BY PHILIP NWOSU Renowned lawyer and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has stated that the sexual harassment allegation levelled against Senate President Godswill Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan falls short of the evidentiary threshold required to establish such […] The post Akpabio: Natasha’s allegation has significant contradictions – Olisa Agbakoba  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Natasha’s Allegation Against Akpabio Contradictory, Falls Short Of Proving Sexual Harassment, Says Agbakoba

Renowned lawyer and former President, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has said that the sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio by the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central in the National Assembly, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has significant contradictions. Agbakoba, who spoke at an elaborate press conference in Lagos on Tuesday, added that […]

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3 h. ago PMS imports drop by 30 million litres in eight months — NMDPRA

Imports of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) have plunged from 44.6 million litres a day in August 2024 to 14.7 ML by 13 April 2025—a fall of roughly 30 ML, or 67 per cent, according to the latest Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority supply tracker. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Tuesday during the sixth edition of the Meet-the-Press Read More

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4 h. ago Troops rescue 16 kidnapped passengers along Jos–Mangu Road in a night operation

Troops of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have rescued 16 kidnapped passengers, including six children. read more Troops rescue 16 kidnapped passengers along Jos–Mangu Road in a night operation

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4 h. ago Plateau killings: Blame Tinubu govt’s incompetence – Atiku tells Nigerians

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said incompetence of President Bola Tinubu’s administration is responsible for killings in Plateau State. Atiku said this in a Tuesday statement following resurgence of violent attacks in Plateau, particularly the recent killings in Zike community in the Kimakpa area of Kwali district, Bassa Local Government Area, where […] The post Plateau killings: Blame Tinubu govt’s incompetence – Atiku tells Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Grassroots development key to Okpebholo govt – Edo deputy gov

Edo State deputy governor, Dennis Idahosa, on Tuesday, said the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration will develop the rural areas to engender sustainable growth in the state. In a statement signed by Idahosa’s Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor stated this when he played host to the Association of Local Government Secretaries, Edo State Read More

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5 h. ago Nearly 10,000 Nigerians draw pension savings for survival in Q3

Pension savings, a once-distant safety net has become an immediate lifeline for Nigerians who lost their jobs. Just as unemployment read more Nearly 10,000 Nigerians draw pension savings for survival in Q3

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6 h. ago VIDEO: Nigerian women in tears after allegedly losing millions to crashed CBEX trading platform

Several Nigerian women have been seen breaking down in tears after reportedly losing millions of naira to CBEX, a digital trading platform that recently crashed. According to circulating reports, the platform became inaccessible after users experienced difficulties withdrawing their funds. Many later discovered that their account balances had been wiped to zero. CBEX had positioned Read More

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7 h. ago Utaka Urges Super Eagles Not To Give Up Hope For 2026 World Cup Qualification”

Former Nigerian international John Utaka has urged the Super Eagles players to remain determined and optimistic about qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. South Africa currently leads Group C with 13 points, while Nigeria finds itself in fourth place with seven points, just one point behind second-placed Rwanda and third-placed Benin, both of whom have […]

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7 h. ago Can Nigerians still withdraw their money on CBEX? — What you need to know

Nigerians on several social media platforms have begun to count their losses as a digital asset trading platform popularly known as CBEX reportedly swept over N1.3 trillion from their investors’ accounts. The digital trading platform crashed on Monday after the money in their investors’ wallets vanished. CBEX also locked its telegram channels and postponed its Read More

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7 h. ago AI Agents: Smarter work, faster growth for Nigerian businesses

AI agents are most reliable for tasks with clear rules and outcomes like automating emails, managing schedules, handling customer support, read more AI Agents: Smarter work, faster growth for Nigerian businesses

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7 h. ago “We do not feel protected”, Nigerian women speak out on the broken system failing victims of sexual harassment

Sexual harassment remains one of the most deeply entrenched and underreported issues in Nigeria. A recent poll, BusinessDay’s March 2025 read more “We do not feel protected”, Nigerian women speak out on the broken system failing victims of sexual harassment

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