2 h. ago Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos

Nigerian singer Portable and colleague Speed Darlington are set to face off in a celebrity boxing match on April 18 in Lagos. The match is set to take place at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island. The conflict between the two singers began when Darlington extended an invitation to Portable to perform at his […] The post Portable, Speed Darlington Set For Celebrity Boxing Match In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN

Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the highest Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) position as of the end of 2024. In a statement by CBN on Tuesday, the report marked an increase from $3.99 billion at year-end 2023, $8.19 billion in 2022, and $14.59 billion in 2021. The growth in reserves reflects a combination of […] The post Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Niger Delta Sports Festival: Team Bayelsa Depart Yenagoa For Uyo

The commissioner for Sports Development in Bayelsa State, Hon. Daniel Igali, has expressed his support for the state’s contingent ahead of the Niger Delta Sports Festival, which will take place from 1st to 9th April 2025 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Igali commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for organising the event, highlighting its […]

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6 h. ago Igwe Achebe, Ehusani, Nasir share thoughts at Ford Foundation anti

As part of its focus on the issue of gender-based violence in West Africa, the Ford Foundation’s Centre for Social Justice recently hosted a pivotal hybrid event titled: “Traditional, religious and community leaders driving meaningful change.” Panelists at the event held as part of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women […] The post Igwe Achebe, Ehusani, Nasir share thoughts at Ford Foundation anti-GBV forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Durbar ban: Sanusi visits gov, avoids traditional horse ride

Amid the ban on Sallah Durbar activities, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Tuesday, abandoned the traditional horse procession and instead travelled in a vehicle convoy to offer Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Kano Government House. The emir also changed his routes from the Emir’s palace to the state Read More

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13 h. ago President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo

•Phyno, Eben headlined musical performance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to flag off today the much anticipated Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The festival will be concluded on April 8 with about 3000 athletes and over 500 officials competing in 17 sports. In the last one […] The post President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions

Kogi State Government has called on security agencies to hold Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan responsible for any negative outcome from her rally in Kogi Central. In a statement on Tuesday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, blamed the lawmaker for holding her homecoming event despite ban by Governor Usman Ododo administration. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions

Suspended Senator representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted that her visitation to Kogi State will not be stopped by anybody. Addressing her supporters and residents of Ihima community, the lawmaker said that it is not a crime for joining her people in celebrating Sallah. Recall that Kogi State government had issued ban on any […] The post “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “Hold Akpabio, Bello, Ododo Responsible If Anything Happens To Me” – Senator Natasha Alleges At Homecoming Rally

Suspended Kogi State lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has called on Nigerians to hold Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Governor Usman Ododo, and former governor, Yahaya Bello responsible if anything happen to her. Senator representing Kogi Central, in a statement on Tuesday, via her Facebook page, led this out ahead of her homecoming event with her constituents. She […] The post “Hold Akpabio, Bello, Ododo Responsible If Anything Happens To Me” – Senator Natasha Alleges At Homecoming Rally appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Security agencies will determine whether or not to arrest Natasha – Kogi Commissioner

By John Ogunsemore The Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, said Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, should be questioned by security agencies for flouting Governor Usman Ododo’s ban on processions in the state. Fanwo said this during an appearance on Channels TV‘s “Politics Today” programme on Tuesday. However, the commissioner said only the […] The post Security agencies will determine whether or not to arrest Natasha – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Mammoth crowd receives Natasha Akpoti in Kogi despite ban on rally

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central in the Senate, on Tuesday received a grand reception from her supporters and residents of read more Mammoth crowd receives Natasha Akpoti in Kogi despite ban on rally

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19 h. ago HURIWA condemns Ododo, police’s interference in Natasha’s visit

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria on Tuesday condemned the actions of the Kogi State Police and the state governor, Usman Ododo, accusing them of politically motivated interference to prevent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from going to her family house and receiving her constituents. HURIWA, in a statement signed by its National Coordinator Emmanuel Onwubiko, Read More

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19 h. ago PHOTOS: Obi, FRSC zonal boss visit Katsina gov over mother’s death

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, paid a condolence visit to Katsina State Governor Mallam Dikko Radda following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Barebari, who died at the age of 93. This was contained in a statement by Radda’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed and made available Read More

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19 h. ago Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha

By John Ogunsemore The Kogi State Government said Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an incurable liar and serial manipulator for blaming her ordeal on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello and incumbent governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by state Commissioner for Information and […] The post Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Kogi Gov’t Kicks As Natasha Holds Homecoming Rally Despite Ban

The Kogi State government has reacted to the homecoming Sallah celebration by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, despite a last-minute ban imposed on public gatherings in the State. The State governor, Usman Ododo, had on Monday announced a ban on rallies citing security reports less than 24 hours to the embattled Senator’s […]

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21 h. ago Makinde visits Oyo market, vows to prevent future fire outbreaks

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will restructure the Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, to avert a recurrence of the fire incident that destroyed goods worth millions of Naira in March. The governor also said that the state government has provided some sort of palliatives to victims of the fire incident. The governor Read More

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21 h. ago Ramadan: Stanel World Hosts Muslim Faithful To Iftar In Niger Community

As part of its annual gestures, Stanel World in Suleja, Niger State, has identified with Muslim faithful with the distribution of over 10,000 loaves of bread to break Ramadan fast with at the weekend. The household brand is a subsidiary of Stanel Group of Companies that has replicated its brands across the country. The week-long […]

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: Natasha’s supporters flood streets despite police warning, government ban

Supporters of the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, have taken to the streets in preparation for her homecoming rally, despite a ban on public gatherings imposed by Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo. The Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, reinforced the government’s directive on Monday, emphasizing that the planned rally violates the ban Read More

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22 h. ago Kogi: Senator Natasha defies curfew, storms rally with large crowd

By Seyi Babalola The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, defied security restrictions imposed on Kogi state hours before her homecoming rally. The lawmaker, who arrived by helicopter on Tuesday, was greeted by a jubilant crowd in Okehi local government area. More details later… The post Kogi: Senator Natasha defies curfew, storms rally with large crowd appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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