14 h. ago NELFUND: NANS condemns withholding of student loans, threatens protests

The National Association of Nigerian Students has voiced concern over the alleged non-disbursement of student loans by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, despite claims that funds have already been released. PUNCH online reports that an investigation into the handling of the Federal Government’s student loan programme revealed that some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with banks, Read More

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30 h. ago  I Wasn’t Employed Through Backdoor, But Formal Application Process – Eric Chelle

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has reacted to viral report claiming that he was employed to manage Nigerian senior national team through connections and not merit. Recall that Coach Chelle was appointed by Nigeria Football Federation after interim former interim manager, Augustine Eguavoen, who had been in charge of the Super Eagles during their successful […] The post  I Wasn’t Employed Through Backdoor, But Formal Application Process – Eric Chelle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Dismisses Targeted Persecution Of Nigerian Christians

The federal government has refuted a report by the United States Embassy in Abuja, claiming that Christians in Nigeria have been systematically targeted for extermination and other forms of persecution by fundamentalist Islamists in the country. Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, in a statement on Friday, descibed the report as […]

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4 d. ago VIDEO: Pastor Tobi Adegboyega responds to allegations of using AI to fake luxury lifestyle

Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, founder of the Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, has responded to claims that he used Artificial Intelligence to fabricate a video portraying a life of luxury. The allegations emerged after TikTok user #ihatebenn_ accused the pastor of digitally manipulating footage to create the illusion of affluence. The claims followed reports that Adegboyega had Read More

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6 d. ago Rivers debunks report on Solad’s approval for 10,000 recruitments

By Tony John, Port Harcourt The office of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State has refuted a reported announcement claiming the recruitment of 10,000 graduates and non-graduates into the State Civil Service. A social media report earlier suggested that Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), the Sole Administrator, had approved hiring this number of unemployed individuals […] The post Rivers debunks report on Solad’s approval for 10,000 recruitments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Reports claiming I’m reluctant to join coalition false – Saraki

By Chinelo Obogo A former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has dismissed reports claiming he is reluctant to join the coalition of opposition parties because governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have pledged allegiance to President Bola Tinubu. In a statement from the head of his media team, Yusuph Olaniyonu, Saraki said the report should […] The post Reports claiming I’m reluctant to join coalition false – Saraki appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ‘It’s fake news,’ Presidency denies sacking INEC boss, Yakubu

The Presidency has debunked widespread reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The reports, which went viral early Monday, alleged that Yakubu had been removed from office and replaced with a certain Professor Bashiru Olamilekan in what was described as a “sweeping change” Read More

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1 week ago “I’ll Retire After Eight Years As Gov, Let’s Give Younger Nigerians The Opportunity” – Alex Otti Rules Out Senatorial Ambition

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has debunked some purported reports, claiming that he would be contesting for Senatorial position after his eight years in office. Speaking on Saturday during a reception held in his honour by Anambra Development Unions Association, Aba branch, Governor Otti described the rumour as baseless and misleading. He also emphasized on the […] The post “I’ll Retire After Eight Years As Gov, Let’s Give Younger Nigerians The Opportunity” – Alex Otti Rules Out Senatorial Ambition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue govt slams debt profile claims as lies by “bitter exiles”

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue State Government has dismissed recent reports claiming the state’s debt rose from ₦122.5 billion to ₦187.5 billion between September and December 2024, calling these claims false. Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Hyacinth Alia, made this clear in a statement released to journalists in Makurdi on Saturday. He […] The post Benue govt slams debt profile claims as lies by “bitter exiles” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago I didn’t call out Funke Akindele to chase clout — Ijoba Lande

Comedian and content creator, Ganiyu Morufu, aka Ijoba Lande, has said that the report of him claiming that popular filmmaker and actress, Funke Akindele, paid him the sum of N90,000 after one month on set was misconstrued. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he claimed that the video was tampered with. He stated that although Read More

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1 week ago Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action

The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has refuted claims that he owes businesswoman Mrs. Tracynither Ohiri N200 million for promotional materials supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi strongly denied the allegations, clarifying that there was no such debt. The accusation had been making the rounds, with Ohiri reportedly seeking payment for the materials […] The post Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “I’ll Soon Provide All Sexual Harassment Evidences Against Akpabio” — Natasha Vows

Lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has vowed to expose Senate President Godswil Akpabio with evidences over the ongoing sexual harassment case between them. Mrs. Natasha led this out during an interview with Channels Television on Thursday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Kogi State Senator’s claim is coming, following Independent National Electoral Commission dismissal of […] The post “I’ll Soon Provide All Sexual Harassment Evidences Against Akpabio” — Natasha Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police dismiss report on herdsmen invasion of Enugu community

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has refuted claims of  herdsmen invasion of  Eha-Amufu, describing the reports as baseless, mischievous, and a calculated attempt to mislead the public and instill fear. Enugu State Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO), Daniel Ndukwe in a statement  yesterday,clarified that,”no community in Eha-Amufu or any part of Enugu […] The post Police dismiss report on herdsmen invasion of Enugu community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago EPL: Man Utd boss Amorim speaks on Fernandes’ transfer to Real Madrid

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has ruled out the chance of captain Bruno Fernandes joining Real Madrid at the end of the season. Reports emerged at the weekend claiming Real Madrid are keen to add Fernandes to their squad in the summer transfer window. It also claimed that the Spanish La Liga […] The post EPL: Man Utd boss Amorim speaks on Fernandes’ transfer to Real Madrid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears

Tribune Online Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is facing allegations that he plagiarized parts of his 1995 doctoral thesis at Oxford University. As he campaigns for re-election ahead of Canada’s April 28 vote, a National Post report claims he copied sections of his thesis, The Dynamic Advantage of Competition, without proper attribution. The National Post consulted three […] Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Tribune Online

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2 w. ago “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally

Islamic Movement of Nigeria, also known as Shiite group, has denied a report by Federal Capital Territory Police Command, claiming that its members killed a security operative and injured two during a clash that occurred on Friday. IMN also said that some yet to be ascertained persons among the group were killed by security agents, […] The post “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson 

Tribune Online New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  The Osun State government has refuted reports claiming that the agreement brokered by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, between Thors Exploration Limited and the State Government was based on a report of a 12-man investigative committee. The state government, in a statement on Thursday signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor […] New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  Tribune Online

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3 w. ago One Dead As Adeleke Imposes Fresh Curfew On Osun Warring Communities

Following the return of hostilities between the warring communities of Ilobu and Ifon in Osun State that reportedly claimed one life, Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced another curfew from 6pm to 6am daily until lasting peace is restored. Recall that, following the outbreak of the incessant communal clashes in the two communities, Governor Adeleke, had […]

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3 w. ago Kebbi dismisses substandard materials’ allegation in N7bn road project

The Kebbi State Government has strongly refuted a widely circulating allegation that substandard materials were used in the construction of the N7.23 billion Argungu Township Old Bypass Road project, describing the claims as baseless and misleading. A report published by a media (not PUNCH) on March 18, 2025, titled “Anti-graft agencies, EFCC, ICPC asked to Read More

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3 w. ago Obi of Onitsha denies mobilising Igbo youths for Nnamdi Kanu’s court appearance

The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, has dismissed reports claiming he directed Igbo youths to stage a mass protest in Abuja on March 21, 2025, in support of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. Reacting to the speculation, the monarch, through a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Read More

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