1 hour ago “VeryDarkMan Once Helped Me Recover My Money” – Chinese Man Calls For Activist’s Release

A Chinese national has publicly spoken out in defense of popular Nigerian social media activist, VeryDarkMan (VDM), who was recently arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The man, who identified himself as Ross, recounted how VDM once helped him recover funds from a fraudulent transaction involving a Tanzanian national. In a heartfelt […] The post “VeryDarkMan Once Helped Me Recover My Money” – Chinese Man Calls For Activist’s Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Gov. Yusuf dismisses corruption allegation against his govt, Kwankwaso

aligns with Kwankwaso’s next political movement   From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has dismissed the allegation of corruption levelled against his administration and the leader of the New Nigeria People Party (NNPP). Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso by the former Secretary to the Kano State Government, Abdullahi Baffa Bichi. Speaking on Sunday […] The post Gov. Yusuf dismisses corruption allegation against his govt, Kwankwaso appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Free VeryDarkMan, He’s My Friend – Portable Appeals To Authorities

Nigerian singer Portable has made an emotional appeal to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), calling for the release of popular online personality VeryDarkMan. In a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Portable expressed concern over VeryDarkMan’s arrest, describing him as a “friend” and a “generous individual,” […] The post Free VeryDarkMan, He’s My Friend – Portable Appeals To Authorities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Police rescue 2 kidnap victims, arrest 9 suspects, kill 3 bandits in nationwide crackdown

The Nigeria Police Force has said that it rescued two kidnapped victims, arrested nine suspected kidnappers, and neutralized three bandits read more Police rescue 2 kidnap victims, arrest 9 suspects, kill 3 bandits in nationwide crackdown

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4 h. ago Educationists slam factional NANS President over allegation against Seyi Tinubu

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Educationists under the umbrella of the Education for Accelerated Development (EAD) have described the recent allegation by the factional president of National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah against Seyi Tinubu, son of President Tinubu, as hoax and piece of fabrication. The factional NANS president had accused Seyi […] The post Educationists slam factional NANS President over allegation against Seyi Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has condemned the arrest of social media influencer Martin Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), urging greater respect for the rule of law and human rights. In a statement on X on Sunday, May 4, Obi criticised the manner of Otse’s arrest, describing […] The post Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Sharp Practices: Suspended Vendor Behind Smear Campaign Against Us, Says P

The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (P-CNGi) has said that the allegation against its operations was a smear campaign from a vendor that was suspended from the P-CNGi Conversion Incentive Program in December 2024 due to unethical practices. The agency publicly condemned the smear campaign orchestrated by the Independent Conversion Sector (ICS), led by one […]

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5 h. ago APC Chieftain Urges Public Prosecution Of Sponsors Behind Insecurity

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged President Bola Tinubu and the heads of security agencies to focus their attention on tracking and arresting individuals and groups allegedly financing insecurity across Nigeria. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye condemned the recent brutal attacks in Benue […] The post APC Chieftain Urges Public Prosecution Of Sponsors Behind Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of Edo State Police Command attached to the Oba Market Division have arrested two suspects over alleged kidnapping and robbery. The suspects were identified as Maxwell Mathew and Samuel Mathew, both from Abraka in Delta State. In a statement by the state’s Police Command’s Spokesman, Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed that the arrest is coming, […] The post Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has raised concerns over what he read more Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

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8 h. ago Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has joined the growing list of public figures calling for the release of popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The activist was reportedly arrested on Friday in Abuja by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via his […] The post Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges

Seun Kuti, a Nigerian singer, has weighed in on the controversial arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan, suggesting that the arrest is linked to a larger power struggle involving influential religious figures. Kuti, who claimed to have spoken with VeryDarkMan’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, stated in a video shared on social media on Saturday that he […] The post Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Methodist Bishop Denies Assault, Abuse Of Priest In Cross River

The presiding Bishop of Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Atamunu, Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut has dismissed allegation of verbal abuse and physical assault on a priest, Rev. Victor Uloh. Rev. Oloh, a priest serving under in the diocese had accused the bishop of inhuman treatment and oppression. Reacting to the allegation in an interview with […]

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12 h. ago Skales Joins Outcry Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Recounts Late Mother’s Ordeal

Nigerian rapper and singer-songwriter Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has lashed out at Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), branding it the “worst bank in Nigeria.” His criticism comes amid mounting backlash against the bank following the controversial arrest of social media influencer VeryDarkMan. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Skales […] The post Skales Joins Outcry Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Recounts Late Mother’s Ordeal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has refuted claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that he attempted to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Saturday, the state government described the allegation as false, misleading, and a desperate attempt to distract the public. “At […] The post “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food

Popular Nigerian social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reportedly been denied access to food by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sparking outrage among his friends and associates. It is important to note that VDM’s legal representative, activist-lawyer Deji Adeyanju, issued a statement claiming he was arrested by […] The post Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Kebbi Police Detain Three Officers Over Death Of Suspect In Their Custody

The Kebbi State Police Command has taken three of its officers into custody in connection with the alleged murder of Abubakar Auwal, who passed away in police custody under suspicious circumstances. CSP Nafiu Abubakar, the spokesperson for the Command, stated in a release on Saturday that the incident occurred after a complaint was lodged on […] The post Kebbi Police Detain Three Officers Over Death Of Suspect In Their Custody appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has nabbed three suspected armed robbers and cultists who were allegedly terrorising communities along the Calabar-Itu road axis, and recovered firearms. On Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, released a statement in Uyo to this effect. “Following credible intelligence regarding an impending cult clash along the Calabar-Itu […] The post Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS

By Billy Graham, Abel Yola   Chief of Staff to the Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Dr. Edgar Amos, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled,“Fintiri […] The post Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North

…Predicts possibility of defeating Tinubu is slim, but his margin of victory may be higher than what brought him to power in 2023 By Daniel Kanu Dr Rexkennedy Saltlove, a human rights activist and public affairs commentator, is the president/executive director, Citizens Rights and Empowerment Advocacy Initiative (CREMA Initiative). In this chat, he spoke on […] The post Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North-South divide – Dr Saltlove appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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