96 m. ago Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings

From John Adams, Minna Jonathan Vatsa, a former Niger State Commissioner and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, alleged on Sunday, April 20, that the ongoing killings in Plateau and Benue are politically motivated to undermine President Bola Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking to reporters at his Minna residence, Vatsa, Special Adviser on […] The post Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago CBN’s reforms restoring macroeconomic stability, confidence — Cardoso to investors

Nigeria’s central bank governor Olayemi Cardoso has assured international investors that the Bank’s reforms are gradually ensuring macroeconomic stability and read more CBN’s reforms restoring macroeconomic stability, confidence — Cardoso to investors

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2 h. ago Tinubu’s youth commitment unprecedented, says presidential aide

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to youth development is unmatched, according to Abdulaziz Abdulaziz, Senior Special Assistant on Print Media. Speaking at the graduation of an ICT training he sponsored for youths and students in Fagge, Kano State, Abdulaziz praised Tinubu’s focus on empowering young Nigerians. He said, “Mr President has prioritised […] The post Tinubu’s youth commitment unprecedented, says presidential aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Teenagers from 5 states win gold at 2025 Offiong Edem table tennis championship

Byline: Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Teenage table tennis players from Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Abia, and Delta clinched gold medals at the 2025 Offiong Edem Table Tennis Championship in Calabar, Cross River State. An athlete from Ultra King Sports Academy, Uyo, also secured gold during the three-day event. In the Under-13 boys’ category, Delta’s Idoko […] The post Teenagers from 5 states win gold at 2025 Offiong Edem table tennis championship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Easter: Anglican Primate Ndukuba Confident Nigeria Will Rise Again

The chas assured that just as Jesus Christ rose from the dead, Nigeria will rise again. Ndukuba gave the assurance on Sunday during the Easter service at the Cathedral Church of Advent in Abuja, while speaking to journalists about the significance of Easter. He also proclaimed that whatever the enemy has taken away from Nigeria, […]

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2 h. ago Onakoya Sets New Chess World Record, Continues Marathon With 70

Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, exceeding the previous record of 61 hours. Together with United States chess master Shawn Martinez, Onakoya surpassed the 62-hour mark on Sunday and is now aiming to reach an ambitious 70-hour […] The post Onakoya Sets New Chess World Record, Continues Marathon With 70-Hour Ambition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Davido Ventures Into Filmmaking, Promises Exciting Movie Projects

Award-winning Nigerian singer Davido has unveiled plans to grow his creative empire by venturing into the movie industry. During a recent interview on Darryl Vega TV, which was shared on YouTube on Saturday, the ‘Be There Still’ hitmaker revealed that he plans to produce several films and series this year. The 32-year-old singer shared that […] The post Davido Ventures Into Filmmaking, Promises Exciting Movie Projects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Give Me Two Months, 15 Training Sessions” – Speed Darlington Demands Rematch After Losing To Portable

Controversial singer Speed Darlington has called for a rematch with his colleague Portable following his defeat in their much-talked-about celebrity boxing match. The Friday night bout ended in a technical knockout (TKO) win for Portable after Speed Darlington failed to get back on his feet in the second round. The clash kicked off with a […] The post “Give Me Two Months, 15 Training Sessions” – Speed Darlington Demands Rematch After Losing To Portable appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 150 PDP, LP members defect to APC in Enugu, back Utazi’s suspension

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu At least 150 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, strengthening the opposition party. Prominent defectors include Peter Okonkwo, former Commissioner for Local Government; Nonso Ochi, LP’s 2023 Awgu North candidate; Onyeka Chukwuedo, PDP Awgu South […] The post 150 PDP, LP members defect to APC in Enugu, back Utazi’s suspension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s security crisis, following fresh killings in Benue read more ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

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3 h. ago Easter: Kwara’s Oloro monarch greets Christians, urges peace and unity

By Lukman Olabiyi The Oloro of Oro Kingdom in Kwara State, His Royal Majesty Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II, has extended warm Easter greetings to Oro Kingdom residents and the broader Christian community. In a statement issued on 20 April 2025, the monarch described Easter as a pivotal moment marking the culmination of […] The post Easter: Kwara’s Oloro monarch greets Christians, urges peace and unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EdoGIS registers 9,000 Certificates of Occupancy in three months – Ikpasaja

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Geographic Information Service (EdoGIS) registered over 9,000 Certificates of Occupancy (C of Os) between February and April 17, according to Managing Director Dr Tony Ikpasaja. He shared this during a courtesy visit by the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Edo State Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Benin City. […] The post EdoGIS registers 9,000 Certificates of Occupancy in three months – Ikpasaja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago How Nigerian Uber driver was shot, killed while working in US

Olatunji W. Bolaji, a 77-year-old Nigerian Uber driver, was fatally wounded while trying to pick up a passenger outside a hookah lounge in Philadelphia. CBS News reports that Bolaji, who resided in Norristown, Pennsylvania, was killed shortly before 2 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15. He had arrived outside Byblos Hookah Bar to pick up a […] The post How Nigerian Uber driver was shot, killed while working in US appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Anim/Orlu State creation will secure Owerri, Okigwe for Uzodimma’s successor – Alagbaoso

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Chief Jerry Alagbaoso, former National Assembly member for Orlu/Orsu and Oru East, has stated that creating the proposed Anim/Orlu State will ensure Owerri or Okigwe zones produce Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma’s successor in 2028. Alagbaoso, founder of the Triple “O” (Owerri, Orlu, Okigwe) Initiative, responded to the recent dispute between […] The post Anim/Orlu State creation will secure Owerri, Okigwe for Uzodimma’s successor – Alagbaoso appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Use Easter celebration to pray for peace, unity in Bauchi, Nigeria – Commissioner

Titus Saul Ketkukah, Commissioner for Works and Transport, Bauchi State, on Friday called on Christian communities to use this year’s read more Use Easter celebration to pray for peace, unity in Bauchi, Nigeria – Commissioner

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4 h. ago Easter: Okpebholo urges Edo residents to embrace hope, unity, and faith

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has urged residents to use Easter 2025 to recommit to peace, harmony, and mutual respect. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Okpebholo said, “Let us strengthen the bonds that unite us and work together to build the Edo State of our […] The post Easter: Okpebholo urges Edo residents to embrace hope, unity, and faith appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CBN’s FX market transformation attracts global investor confidence

Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) market having undergone a dramatic transformation under the current leadership of the Central Bank of Nigeria read more CBN’s FX market transformation attracts global investor confidence

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5 h. ago Paris Club refund: Melrose files contempt suit against CBN’s Cardoso, others

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Melrose General Services Limited has initiated contempt proceedings against Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso and Legal Services Director Salam-Alada Kofo for allegedly failing to comply with a Supreme Court judgement. The 2024 ruling reversed the forfeiture of ₦1.222 billion and ₦220 million linked to the Paris Club refund. […] The post Paris Club refund: Melrose files contempt suit against CBN’s Cardoso, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Easter: Oyebanji urges Christians to embrace Christ’s virtues of love, harmony

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated Christians in Ekiti and Nigeria on Easter 2025. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Oyebanji urged gratitude for witnessing another Easter, noting the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as a divine gift to humanity. Oyebanji encouraged Christians to […] The post Easter: Oyebanji urges Christians to embrace Christ’s virtues of love, harmony appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tunde Onakoya surpasses world chess record, eyes new milestone

Nigerian chess maestro Tunde Onakoya has set his sights on a 70-hour chess milestone after breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon of 61 hours. Onakoya passed the 62-hour mark on Sunday alongside United States chess master Shawn Martinez. The chess marathon, which took place at Times Square in New York City, […] The post Tunde Onakoya surpasses world chess record, eyes new milestone appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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