26 m. ago Promote Love, Not Division, First Lady Tells Christian Youths

First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has urged Christian youth across the country to become agents of love and unity and warned against the dangers of religious and regional division. While hosting members of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), she called to an Easter Brunch […]

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36 m. ago Reconciling the ‘power of not knowing’ with Nigeria’s education crisis

In Nigeria, a profound paradox underscores the tension between the pursuit of formal education and its systemic failures: over 20 read more Reconciling the ‘power of not knowing’ with Nigeria’s education crisis

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41 m. ago Repositioning the National Theatre as a symbol for cultural rebirth

The National Theatre in Lagos State stands as a symbol of Nigeria’s artistic ambition, cultural pride, and national identity. Yet, read more Repositioning the National Theatre as a symbol for cultural rebirth

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93 m. ago National Population Commission Pledges Nigeria’s Commitment To Health For All

In a bid to strengthen its health system, Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving universal health coverage and promoting the well-being of all citizens, particularly vulnerable populations, as part of its contribution to global development goals. The pledge was made by the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, during […]

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2 h. ago Jonathan mourns Pope Francis, says late Pontiff stood for the vulnerable

Former President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has extended his condolences to the Catholic faithful in Nigeria and Christians around the world on the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis who died yesterday. He described the late Catholic Pontiff as an advocate of peace and justice, and defender of the vulnerable. He further noted that his […] The post Jonathan mourns Pope Francis, says late Pontiff stood for the vulnerable appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Petrol war unsettles downstream market as NNPC drops price to N880/litre

By Adewale Sanyaolu A price war is currently disrupting Nigeria’s downstream fuel market, as intense competition among petrol retailers drives aggressive price cuts, creating instability across the sector. The disruption, which started with a price reduction announcement by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery last week, from N920 per litre to N890 among its partners, which included […] The post Petrol war unsettles downstream market as NNPC drops price to N880/litre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak

The Kwara State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has dismissed recent reports circulating online that there was a jailbreak at the Borstal Training Institute in Ilorin. Clarifying the situation in a statement issued on Monday, the institution’s spokesperson, A.O. Bamigbade, debunked the claims, stressing that the incident being reported did not occur at the […] The post No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG Generates N6.96bn From Mining Fees in Q1 2025 — Dele Alake

The Federal Government has reported significant progress in the mining sector, with revenues from mining fees hitting N6.96 billion in the first quarter of 2025. This was disclosed by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, during the second Annual Mining Conference hosted by BusinessDay newspaper in Abuja. According to a statement from […] The post FG Generates N6.96bn From Mining Fees in Q1 2025 — Dele Alake appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death

  The Vatican on Monday officially announced that Pope Francis has passed away following a severe stroke that resulted in a coma and ultimately led to heart failure. The 88-year-old pontiff died peacefully in his private quarters at the Santa Marta residence within the Vatican at 7:35 a.m. local time . According to the death […] The post Pope Francis Suffered, Died Of Stroke — Vatican Confirms Cause Of Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Easter: Five Worshipers Retuning From Prayer Ground Killed, 13 Injured In Gombe Road Accident

At least five persons have been killed, while 13 others injured in a truck accident which occurred in Tashan Gona, Billiri Local Government of Gombe state.  It was gathered that the incident happened at about 7:20 am on Easter Monday, after a truck laden with grains crashed into worshippers returning from Easter prayer ground. In […] The post Easter: Five Worshipers Retuning From Prayer Ground Killed, 13 Injured In Gombe Road Accident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge

Veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem has initiated the ‘Tell Your Papa’ challenge on social media, brushing aside the federal government’s ban. Information Nigeria had previously reported that the Nigerian government banned Eedris Abdulkareem’s newly released anti-Tinubu song, “Tell Your Papa,” from being aired on all radio and television stations. The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), through a […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago We’re Working With NASS To Enable Diaspora Voting – APC Chairman

National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has said that the ruling party is working with National Assembly to ensure that Nigerians in the diaspora vote during general elections. Speaking during the unveiling of a new executive committee for the France chapter of the party in Paris on Monday, Ganduje disclosed that APC would […] The post We’re Working With NASS To Enable Diaspora Voting – APC Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago You’re a Political Passenger – Ganduje Replies Galadima’s Criticism

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday, fired back at Buba Galadima, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), branding him a politician with no relevance or stronghold. Galadima had earlier stated that Ganduje owed his position as APC Chairman to President Bola Tinubu, claiming he lacked […] The post You’re a Political Passenger – Ganduje Replies Galadima’s Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband

Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Trade and Export, Mrs. Shimite Winifred Bello, has been confirmed dead. It was gathered that the renowned Trade and Economic expert allegedly died as a result of domestic violence on Monday. In Facebook post shared by  Hon. Oge Okonkwo, disclosed that Shimite’s husband has been arrested […] The post Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Plateau Christians Stage Peaceful Protest Over Unending Killings

  Christian groups in Plateau State have taken to the streets in a peaceful demonstration to protest the relentless killings plaguing various communities in the state. The protest, organised under the platform of the Church Leaders Denominational Forum, took place on Monday and was led by Rev. Amos Mohzo. Addressing journalists on Monday, Rev. Mohzo, […] The post Plateau Christians Stage Peaceful Protest Over Unending Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement

Osun State has been thrown into shock following the burning of the Ilesa High Court 2, an incident Governor Ademola Adeleke has firmly condemned. The early morning fire, allegedly caused by unknown assailants, razed the court building and destroyed sensitive legal materials, including documents and case exhibits. In a statement released on Monday through his […] The post Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Celebration as foundation brings free medical care, food relief to Enugu community

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu There was jubilation in Amube Evuazu autonomous community in Obele Agu Umana, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State, yesterday, as some less privileged, numbering over 500 benefited from a free medical care and food support by Adani Care Foundation. Bags of rice and other food items were distributed to the […] The post Celebration as foundation brings free medical care, food relief to Enugu community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara

•I left huge amounts in treasury –Ex-Gov  •It is a lie, you plundered the state –Gov From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The immediate past Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, and his successor, Dauda Lawal, have engaged each other in a war of words over the seemingly unpalatable […] The post Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tinubu, Buhari, Kefas, Ododo, Kalu, CAN, others, mourn Pope Francis

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Fred Ezeh, Abuja and Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   President Bola Tinubu; former President Muhammadu Buhari; the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in 2023, Mr. Peter Obi; Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas; his Kogi State counterpart, Ahmed  Ododo; Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have all joined Catholic faithful across […] The post Tinubu, Buhari, Kefas, Ododo, Kalu, CAN, others, mourn Pope Francis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Rising energy cost killing industries, manufacturers cry out

• Say N708bn spent on alternative energy in 6 months By Merit Ibe Amid rising energy costs and an unreliable national grid, Nigerian manufacturers are fighting hard to stay afloat, having spent a whopping N708 billion on alternative energy sources in the last six months of 2024. The figure is an increase of 75 percent […] The post Rising energy cost killing industries, manufacturers cry out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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