52 m. ago Global surge in renewable energy: Implications for public policy in Nigeria

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75 m. ago 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa

From John Adams Minna A former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the ongoing violence in Plateau and Benue states is politically motivated and intended to undermine President Bola  Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with […] The post 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Easter: ACF Felicitates Christians, Decries Insecurity, Corruption, Nepotism

The apex northern sociocultural group, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), has extended its felicitations to Christians worldwide as they celebrate Easter 2025 amid daunting socioeconomic, political, and security challenges worsened by monstrous corruption, selfishness of leaders, nepotism, and provocative and ostentatious lifestyles of political leaders. ACF in its Easter message made available to journalists in Kaduna […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria’s Tunde Onakoya’s reclaims Guinness World Record title for 64

  Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya, founder of the nonprofit Chess in Slums Africa, has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records for achieving the longest chess marathon.   Onakoya accomplished the 64-hour marathon feat in New York City’s Times Square alongside American chess player Shawn Martinez. He played non-stop  from April 17 to April […] The post Nigeria’s Tunde Onakoya’s reclaims Guinness World Record title for 64-hour chess marathon   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Easter: CP orders adequate security at Benue worship centres

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As Christians in Benue and all over the world celebrate the 2025 Easter,  Commissioner of Police, Benue State command, Steve Yabanet has ordered the deployment of adequate security around public places especially worship centres. The CP, in a statement  by Benue  State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO),CSP Catherine Anene, felicitated  with […] The post Easter: CP orders adequate security at Benue worship centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago President Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa Utd protest against Nasarawa Utd

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked insinuations that it is unjustly protecting Nasarawa United in a petition filed by Bayelsa United over the two teams’ Round of 16 clash in the 2025 President Federation Cup competition. The encounter, which was played in Anyigba, Kogi State on Wednesday, April 16, saw the Prosperity Boys lose […] The post President Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa Utd protest against Nasarawa Utd appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Benue, Plateau Violence Politically Driven – APC Chieftain Vatsa Claims

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the growing insecurity in Plateau and Benue States is politically motivated. Speaking in Minna on Sunday, Vatsa claimed that the violence is being orchestrated to discredit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. He argued that […] The post Benue, Plateau Violence Politically Driven – APC Chieftain Vatsa Claims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Senate Moves To Legalize State Police Amid Rising Insecurity – Bamidele

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has disclosed that lawmakers are working on legislation to allow states to establish their own police forces, in response to Nigeria’s deepening security crisis. This development comes amidst increasing pressure on the federal government to decentralize policing and give states more authority in managing internal security. Bamidele, in a statement issued […] The post Senate Moves To Legalize State Police Amid Rising Insecurity – Bamidele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ndidi Suffers Relegation With Leicester City As Liverpool Move Closer To EPL Title

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has suffered relegation from the Premier League with Leicester City for a second time after the Foxes lost 1-0 to Liverpool on Sunday. The Nigerian international was making his 24th appearance and has bagged four assists for the Foxes this ongoing season. The Reds dominated proceedings at the King Power Stadium […] The post Ndidi Suffers Relegation With Leicester City As Liverpool Move Closer To EPL Title appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “Nigeria’s Political Institutions At Risk Under Tinubu” – Pastor Bakare

Pastor Tunde Bakare, the Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s leadership style, urging the president to adopt a more humble approach to governance. During his state of the nation address on Sunday in Lagos, Bakare expressed his concern that Tinubu’s administration is straying from its intended course and […] The post “Nigeria’s Political Institutions At Risk Under Tinubu” – Pastor Bakare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Warns FG Over False Media Campaign

The family of detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has issued a strong warning to the Federal Government over what it described as a coordinated attempt to manipulate public opinion through negative media coverage. According to the family, the resurgence of alleged false reports linking IPOB to insecurity in the South-East appears to be a […] The post IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Warns FG Over False Media Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Gov Alia Warns Residents, Security Forces To Stay Alert As Death Toll Rises In Benue

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has issued a directive to all residents and security agencies to remain on high alert in response to the escalating insecurity across the state. In recent weeks, the Otukpo, Kwande, and Sankera regions—comprising Logo, Ukum, and Katsina-Ala Local Government Areas have witnessed a surge in violent attacks, allegedly carried […] The post Gov Alia Warns Residents, Security Forces To Stay Alert As Death Toll Rises In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago We’ll Stop Mbah From Joining APC – Enugu Party Chair Declares

The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has vowed to resist any attempt by Governor Peter Mbah to join the party, declaring that he is not welcome under any circumstance. This stance was reiterated during an expanded stakeholders’ meeting held on Sunday at the party’s secretariat in Enugu, where hundreds of defectors […] The post We’ll Stop Mbah From Joining APC – Enugu Party Chair Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago UTA Nigeria condemns killings in Plateau, Benue, urges FG to restore security

The United Towns Agency (UTA) for North South Cooperation, Nigeria chapter, a United Nations accredited non-governmental organisation with UN ECOSOC consultative status, has asked the federal government to take proactive measures to stop the wanton killing of innocent citizens in the country. Addressing a press conference in Abuja, the UTA Country President, Amb Abigail Amalaha, […] The post UTA Nigeria condemns killings in Plateau, Benue, urges FG to restore security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has felicitated Nigerian and worldwide Christian brethren on the celebration of the 2025 Easter Season and prayed for Nigeria’s return to peace, security and economic prosperity. Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the National Publicity Secretary of the ACF, said in a statement that, in solidarity, the ACF rejoices […] The post Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago SERAP Sues NBC For Banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song ‘Tell Your Papa’

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked a Federal High Court in Lagos to reverse the ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, ‘Tell Your Papa’ by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC). SERAP is urging the court to declare that NBC’s directive issued on April 9, 2025, to all broadcast stations in Nigeria, banning […]

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11 h. ago Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has felicitated with Christian faithful on the occasion of 2025 Easter. In a message to Christian community in the state on Sunday, the governor described the season as a period of sober reflection. It could be recalled that Easter was […] The post Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Easter: Governor Mutfwang preaches peace, unity, urges christians to emulate Christ’s character

Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, a lawyer and the Plateau state governor has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Christians across the world read more Easter: Governor Mutfwang preaches peace, unity, urges christians to emulate Christ’s character

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12 h. ago Easter: Paul Chukwuma harps on the essence of sacrifice and service

Reaffirms commitment to a reformed and secure Anambra From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Governorship candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in the forthcoming 2025 Anambra State election, Chief Paul Chukwuma, has extended his warm felicitations to the good people of Anambra State on this year’s Easter celebration, describing the season as a sacred period of […] The post Easter: Paul Chukwuma harps on the essence of sacrifice and service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Imo Police Commence Investigation As Two Actors Die After Eating Suspected Food Poison

No fewer than two persons, said to be actors have been confirmed dead after consuming rice, wine, and calypso at a house party in Owerri, Imo State. It was gathered that the deceased actors whose names were not disclosed and others attended a house party after filming a movie on Friday. A source, identified as […] The post Imo Police Commence Investigation As Two Actors Die After Eating Suspected Food Poison appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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