91 m. ago 2027: Arewa Think Tank backs Governor Sule on North returning Tinubu to power

…Says, killings in the country a plot to frustrate Tinubu’s re-election From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has said that it is supporting Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Sule’s stance that North would work for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Governor Sule has said recently that it was […] The post 2027: Arewa Think Tank backs Governor Sule on North returning Tinubu to power appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Something Drastic Has to Come to Play” – Alia Cries Out After Benue Killings

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has appealed for immediate intervention from the Federal Government following a deadly series of attacks on rural communities in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas. The tragic events, which took place on Friday, saw over 50 individuals killed and many others injured in what has been described as one of […] The post “Something Drastic Has to Come to Play” – Alia Cries Out After Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Defend Yourselves Against Bandits, Don’t Wait For Govt” – Danjuma Tells Nigerians Amid Plateau, Benue Killings

Former Minister of Defense, retired General Theophilus Danjuma, has called on Nigerians to take responsibility for their own safety amid insecurity challenge facing the country. Mr. Danjuma warned that the escalating unrest across Nigeria, particularly in Plateau and Benue State cannot be resolved by government efforts alone. Speaking during an Easter appreciation event in Takum […] The post “Defend Yourselves Against Bandits, Don’t Wait For Govt” – Danjuma Tells Nigerians Amid Plateau, Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over alleged state sponsored campaign of calumny against son, IPOB

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The family of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu has raised the alarm over alleged state sponsored campaign of calumny against her son and the pro Biafra group. In an open letter to the Nigerian public and the International community, titled, “Stop the false narratives and media manipulation […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over alleged state sponsored campaign of calumny against son, IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 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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6 h. ago “Give Me Two Months, 15 Training Sessions” – Speed Darlington Demands Rematch After Losing To Portable

Controversial singer Speed Darlington has called for a rematch with his colleague Portable following his defeat in their much-talked-about celebrity boxing match. The Friday night bout ended in a technical knockout (TKO) win for Portable after Speed Darlington failed to get back on his feet in the second round. The clash kicked off with a […] The post “Give Me Two Months, 15 Training Sessions” – Speed Darlington Demands Rematch After Losing To Portable appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s security crisis, following fresh killings in Benue read more ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

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7 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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8 h. ago Defence minister visits Plateau attack sites, vows end to killings

Mohammed Badaru alongside Nentawe Yilwatda on Saturday visited Zike community in Kwall District of Bassa LGA, Plateau State. read more Defence minister visits Plateau attack sites, vows end to killings

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13 h. ago House rent: New level economic nightmare for Nigerian families

Chikwado Ezike, a middle-level civil servant with a family of five, is a Lagos resident living in Ilupeju-one of the read more House rent: New level economic nightmare for Nigerian families

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14 h. ago Politicians Using 2027 To Distract Nigerians From Failures – CSOs, Lawyers

Some key civil society organisations (CSOs) and lawyers have accused politicians of using permutations, debates and even campaigns for the 2027 general election to distract Nigerians attention from their failures in office. They bemoaned the worsening insecurity in the country which has resulted into killings, kidnapping and maiming of innocent and hapless Nigerians, as well […]

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17 h. ago Benue killings: Alia sends SOS to FG as death toll rises to 56

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi The death toll in the latest killings in Ukum and Logo local government areas of Benue State has risen to 56, the state Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has confirmed. The governor yesterday visited the affected LGAs for an on-the-spot assessment of the recent attacks on the people and commiserated with […] The post Benue killings: Alia sends SOS to FG as death toll rises to 56 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago What’s the difference between national security and security threats?

In these days of heightened insecurity in the land and frequent talks about “security threats”, many of us who are not schooled on the complex act of managing stability and security have gotten more confused if not lost because of deployment of those concepts or terms like insecurity, national security and security threats. We don’t […] The post What’s the difference between national security and security threats? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Police commence investigation into attack on Senator Natasha’s family house

The Kogi State Police Command said an investigation had commenced into the attack on the family House of Senator Natasha read more Police commence investigation into attack on Senator Natasha’s family house

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24 h. ago Shettima urges peace, political unity in Kano during condolence visit

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Saturday, urged Kano State residents to set aside political differences and promote peace. He made the appeal during a condolence visit to the family of the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, who passed away two weeks ago. A press release by Mustapha Muhammad, Chief Press […] The post Shettima urges peace, political unity in Kano during condolence visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago One Killed, 12 Rescued In Lagos Building Collapse (Pictures)

At least one person has been killed at the scene of the two-storey building that collapsed on Oremeta Street in Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos State. It was gathered that 12 persons were rescued in the unfortunate incident which occurred on Saturday. This was contained in a statement by Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, […] The post One Killed, 12 Rescued In Lagos Building Collapse (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago “Stop Using Religion To Divide Us” – Amosun Tells Nigerians After Plateau Killing

Former Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has spoken out against the recurring violence in Plateau State, calling for renewed efforts toward peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse population. He made these remarks at a merit award ceremony during the 11th Triennial National Conference and 101st Anniversary of the Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria in Abeokuta on […] The post “Stop Using Religion To Divide Us” – Amosun Tells Nigerians After Plateau Killing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Gospel Music Icon Big Bolaji Dies After Short Battle With Illness

Nigerian gospel musician, Bolaji Olarewaju, famously known as Big Bolaji, has passed away. His family confirmed his death in a statement issued on Saturday, explaining that he died after a brief illness. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju, affectionately known as ‘Big B,’ a beloved father, husband, brother, […] The post Gospel Music Icon Big Bolaji Dies After Short Battle With Illness appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago TY Danjuma Restates Call For Taraba Residents To Defend Selves Against Killers

Former Minister of Defense, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma (Retd) has once again charged the people of Taraba State to step up self-defense against their killers. Danjuma stated this in Takum, the headquarters of Takum local government area on Friday night during an event he organised to appreciate his staff working in the area. The elder […]

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28 h. ago Your statement is reckless, Plateau youths carpet presidential spokesman on Bassa killings

… Express loss of confidence in security agencies From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Youths in Plateau State have taken a swipe at the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, for describing the recent killings in Bassa local government area as communal clashes. The youths, who addressed a news conference at the […] The post Your statement is reckless, Plateau youths carpet presidential spokesman on Bassa killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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