27 m. ago Bamidele Urges Leaders To Emulate Christ, Shun Divisive Politics

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, representing Ekiti Central, on Sunday, joined Christians worldwide in celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He urged leaders to shun divisive agendas and narratives that could further complicate the country’s challenges. He disclosed that the National Assembly is developing legal frameworks for creating state police to address […]

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2 h. ago Gov Yusuf Distributes 10,000 Free JAMB Forms To Secondary Students In Kano

The governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commenced the distribution of 10,000 free JAMB forms to secondary school students in the State. During the flag-off of the distribution, the governor, who was represented by the state’s Commissioner of Education, Ali Haruna Makoda, also used the opportunity to inaugurate the training of the […]

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3 h. ago Emergency Rule: Former Deputy Speaker Seeks Support For Ibas

Former Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold steps in restoring peace, law and order in Rivers State. He hailed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state and called on all stakeholders to support the administration of the state’s sole administrator, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas […]

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3 h. ago Police Detain Landlady After New Tenants Abduct Four Children In Delta

Panic gripped Ogwashi-Uku in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State on Sunday following reports that four children were abducted by suspected child traffickers. According to PUNCH Online, two of the kidnapped children, Ebube and Miracle, are siblings, while the other two, Chimanda and Excel, are from a different family. The incident is said […] The post Police Detain Landlady After New Tenants Abduct Four Children In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended two suspected kidnappers, including a woman, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of the state. The police identified the suspects as Celestine Onuyia, described as a native doctor who reportedly prepares charms and hides the gang’s weapons, and Jacinta Okolo, said to be part of the kidnapping […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CBEX: Celebrities who promote unregistered schemes will be jailed – SEC

Influencers, bloggers, and celebrities have been warned by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against promoting unregistered investment schemes. In a statement made available to the press on Sunday, the commission stated that those who promote such schemes risk legal consequences. The warning comes following the enactment of the Investments and Securities Act 2025, signed […] The post CBEX: Celebrities who promote unregistered schemes will be jailed – SEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Police rescue 12 kidnap victims, recover ₦10.3m ransom in nationwide crackdown

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued 12 kidnapped victims, recovered over ₦10 million in ransom, and neutralised suspected read more Police rescue 12 kidnap victims, recover ₦10.3m ransom in nationwide crackdown

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5 h. ago “No nation has developed on aid,” Adesina urges Africa to embrace self

Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has delivered a compelling call for Africa to reposition itself in read more “No nation has developed on aid,” Adesina urges Africa to embrace self-reliance

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11 h. ago IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Warns FG Over False Media Campaign

The family of detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has issued a strong warning to the Federal Government over what it described as a coordinated attempt to manipulate public opinion through negative media coverage. According to the family, the resurgence of alleged false reports linking IPOB to insecurity in the South-East appears to be a […] The post IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Warns FG Over False Media Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. 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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20 h. ago Soldier Nabbed For Allegedly Smuggling Ammunitions In Kaduna

A 25-year-old soldier, Private Yahaya Yunusa, has been apprehended by the Nigerian military for being in possession of ammunition in Jaji, Igabi local government area of Kaduna State. According to an operational report obtained on Sunday by SaharaReporters, Yunusa, who was attached to the 197 Special Forces Battalion in Zamfara State was arrested around 11:55 […]

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21 h. ago Jimoh Ibrahim makes list of speakers at Cambridge Africa Business Conference

Jimoh Ibrahim, senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District and chairman/chief executive officer of Global Fleet Group has been named among read more Jimoh Ibrahim makes list of speakers at Cambridge Africa Business Conference

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22 h. ago Barcelona Confirm Lewandowski’s Injury Ahead Of Real Madrid, Inter Milan Fixtures

Barcelona have confirmed that Robert Lewandowski is out of action with a hamstring injury picked up in the 4-3 win over Celta Vigo on Saturday in La Liga. The La Liga’s top goal scorer was forced off after 78 minutes of the game, with early reports suggesting he would miss a couple of weeks with […]

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22 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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26 h. ago Easter: Group doles out foodstuffs to orphanage, elderly homes

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A group, Uromi Like Minds Initiative, has donated essential foodstuffs, medical supplies, personal hygiene materials, and modest financial aid to orphanages and elderly homes in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. Addressing reporters at the event, Mr Sylvester Ezehi, Chairman of the Welfare Committee of ULMI, described […] The post Easter: Group doles out foodstuffs to orphanage, elderly homes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago UI freshman wins National Oratory Award, to represent Nigeria in London

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Israel Bolarinwa, a 100-level student of Arts and Social Sciences Education at the University of Ibadan, won the National Oratory Award on April 5. The freshman’s victory came at the grand finale of the 2025 Young Orators competition, held at the Townhouse Hotel, Iyaganku, Ibadan. Sponsored by the Peat Phillips Foundation, […] The post UI freshman wins National Oratory Award, to represent Nigeria in London appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Lagos building collapse: 12 rescued, 5 dead as rescue efforts continue

By Toks David A devastating collapse of a three-storey building at 9 & 10 Oremeta Street, Ojodu-Berger, on April 19, 2025, has claimed five lives, with 12 victims rescued alive as of 02:41 a.m. on Sunday, April 20. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), which confirmed the figures, reported that the deceased include three […] The post Lagos building collapse: 12 rescued, 5 dead as rescue efforts continue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Transfer: Osimhen agrees personal terms with Manchester United – Report

By John Ogunsemore Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has reached an agreement with Manchester United over personal terms ahead of a potential summer move, according to Turkish journalist Aygün Özipek. United are said to be keen on signing a top striker following Rasmus Hojlund’s disappointing turnout this season. Osimhen, who is contracted to Napoli, has been […] The post Transfer: Osimhen agrees personal terms with Manchester United – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Ndume Hails Troops For Repelling Boko Haram Attacks On Gwoza

Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has commended troops of 26 Task Force Brigade for repelling terrorists suspected to be members of Boko Haram who invaded Gwoza local government headquarters in Borno State. The incident occured on Friday night when the terrorists hibernating around the Mandara Mountains sneaked in through Guduf, a community behind the […]

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28 h. ago Lagos building collapse: 12 rescued, 5 dead as rescue operations continue

By Toks David A devastating collapse of a three-storey building at 9 & 10 Oremeta Street, Ojodu-Berger, on Saturday, April 19, has claimed five lives, with 12 victims rescued alive as of 02:41 a.m. on Sunday, April 20. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), which confirmed the figures, reported that the deceased include three […] The post Lagos building collapse: 12 rescued, 5 dead as rescue operations continue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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