2 h. ago Team Edo will deliver winning performance at NSF – Enabulele

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Amadin Desmond Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring Team Edo excels at the National Sports Festival in Ogun State, scheduled for May 16 to 30. In a statement released by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele expressed satisfaction with the athletes’ […] The post Team Edo will deliver winning performance at NSF – Enabulele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Federal Gov’t Bans Underage Gambling, Launches New Gaming Regulations In FCT

The federal government has announced strict zero-tolerance policy against underage gambling, rolling out a new regulatory framework for the gaming and lottery industry in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative seeks to enhance transparency, protect minors, attract investors, and position Abuja as Africa’s next entertainment hub. Director-General of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission, Mr. […]

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3 h. ago Police bust burglary syndicate in Sokoto recover items worth millions

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested two suspects linked to a series of burglaries across the state capital, recovering stolen items valued in millions of naira. The breakthrough followed a report made by one Mustapha Maikano, a resident of Mana Layout, who reported to the Unguwar Rogo Police Station on […] The post Police bust burglary syndicate in Sokoto recover items worth millions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Reps urge CBN to reconsider rate hikes, cites manufacturing, job concerns

Ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the House of Representatives Committee on Economic Planning read more Reps urge CBN to reconsider rate hikes, cites manufacturing, job concerns

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4 h. ago Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture

Tribune Online Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has responded to recent concerns regarding the safety of Nigerian airports, stating the Bureau's role in the investigation of the helicopter crash involving the late Herbert Wigwe and provided updates on its expanded mandate covering all modes of transport. Wigwe: NSIB faults US report, blames company’s poor safety culture Tribune Online

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6 h. ago How implementation of insurance policy may cut cost of airfare in Nigeria — Keyamo

Tribune Online How implementation of insurance policy may cut cost of airfare in Nigeria — Keyamo There are indications that the cost of airfare in Nigeria may reduce when the newly unveiled revised insurance regulation on leased aircraft in Nigeria fully takes effect. How implementation of insurance policy may cut cost of airfare in Nigeria — Keyamo Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Nigeria’s real estate sector urged to prioritise modern, sustainable cemeteries

As Nigeria’s real estate market expands, stakeholders are urging developers and policymakers to rethink cemeteries as vital urban infrastructure. Across read more Nigeria’s real estate sector urged to prioritise modern, sustainable cemeteries

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8 h. ago Yobe Police Arrest Five Tricycle Riders For Alleged Rape, Theft

Operatives of Yobe State Police Command have arrested five tricycle riders in connection with rape and theft in Damaturu area of the state. In a statement on Tuesday, by the Command’s Spokesman, Dungus Abdulkarim, disclosed that a suspect, identified as Idris Yakubu, was accused of raping a 12 years old girl from Shengele Village, Fune […] The post Yobe Police Arrest Five Tricycle Riders For Alleged Rape, Theft appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Gombe Police Nab 20 Suspects For Alleged Rape, Armed Robbery

The Gombe police command has apprehended 20 suspects involved in various criminal activities within the state. Buhari Abdullahi, the police spokesperson in Gombe, stated in a release on Tuesday that operatives also confiscated several weapons from the suspects. Abdullahi stated that operatives arrested Maikudi Hassan for attempting to steal a motorcycle, and Mohd Sirajo and […] The post Gombe Police Nab 20 Suspects For Alleged Rape, Armed Robbery appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Experts harp on innovative strategies to enhance efficiency in healthcare delivery

Tribune Online Experts harp on innovative strategies to enhance efficiency in healthcare delivery Healthcare professionals and industry stakeholders have canvassed innovative, future-forward, and actionable strategies, including telemedicine, for improving healthcare accessibility and delivery in Nigeria. Experts harp on innovative strategies to enhance efficiency in healthcare delivery Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Taraba: Troops neutralise bandit, broker peace between warring communities

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE, have killed one suspected bandit along the Bandawa Karim road in Karim local government area of Taraba State after a brief exchange of gunfire with the bandits. Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian […] The post Taraba: Troops neutralise bandit, broker peace between warring communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Rivers CP Links Rise In Kidnapping Cases To Reduced Illegal Bunkering

Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju has linked increased kidnapping cases in waterways to reduction of illegal oil bunkering in the state. LEADERSHIP recalls that no fewer than 16 boat passengers, including seven teenagers travelling to sit for the ongoing West African Examination Council (WAEC) examination were kidnapped by suspected sea pirates on […]

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10 h. ago FLAIR Summit To Champion African Women’s Leadership, Youth Empowerment

The First Ladies of Africa Impact & Resilience (FLAIR) Summit is set to bring together leading women in business, policy, and governance from across the continent to amplify achievements and drive a unified vision for women’s advancement and youth empowerment. The summit which will be convened June, is in partnership with the London Stock Exchange, […]

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12 h. ago Benue International Investment & Economic Summit 2025: A Gateway To Economic Transformation

The 2025 Benue International Investment and Economic Summit, held from May 8 to 10 in Makurdi, has been hailed as a landmark event that marks a new chapter in the economic repositioning of Benue State. The summit attracted global investors, top policymakers, development partners, and industry leaders, showcasing Benue as a frontier destination for agro-industrial […]

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12 h. ago Police clarify claim of helicopter delivering food to bandits in Kogi

Tribune Online Police clarify claim of helicopter delivering food to bandits in Kogi The statement explained that the operation in question was carried out on Saturday, 10th May, by joint security forces including local vigilante groups, and hunters at the Obajana axis of Kogi State. Police clarify claim of helicopter delivering food to bandits in Kogi Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Fixing finance in Nigeria: Why policy must work for the smallest businesses first

By someone who has sat on both sides of the table, as an entrepreneur and as a financial adviser, it read more Fixing finance in Nigeria: Why policy must work for the smallest businesses first

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17 h. ago CBN convenes historic 300th MPC meeting as economy shows signs of recovery

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that its landmark 300th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting will be held on May 19 and 20, 2025, at its headquarters in Abuja. The meeting comes at a time of cautious optimism over the country’s economic outlook, following recent macroeconomic improvements. Chaired by CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, […] The post CBN convenes historic 300th MPC meeting as economy shows signs of recovery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Oyetola charges management to drive national blue economy policy implementation

From Udu Jude, Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged the management staff of the Ministry to brace up for the proper implementation of the newly approved National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy. The Minister gave the charge while declaring open the sectoral retreat for senior officials of the […] The post Oyetola charges management to drive national blue economy policy implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago IGP at World Police Summit 2025: Focus on intelligence sharing

From Molly Kilete, Abuja Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun joined global law enforcement leaders at the World Police Summit 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from May 13 to 16, 2025. The summit fosters dialogue, partnerships, and innovations in policing, aligning with Nigeria’s commitment to international cooperation and intelligence-led law enforcement. Force Public Relations […] The post IGP at World Police Summit 2025: Focus on intelligence sharing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Journalist Alleges Sandra Duru Paid ₦2.5m To Tarnish Senator Natasha’s Image

Journalist and media activist, Maazi Obinna Oparaku Akuwudike, has alleged that self-acclaimed activist Sandra Duru, also known as ‘Prof Mgbeke’, paid him ₦2.5 million to produce defamatory content to damage the image of the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akuwudike made the revelation during an interview on Adeola Fayehun’s YouTube programme on Monday, May […]

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