37 m. ago Myanmar junta declares one week of national mourning after quake

Myanmar’s ruling junta declared a week of national mourning on Monday for victims of the country’s devastating earthquake, which has killed more than 1,700 people. The official mourning period runs until April 6, the junta said in a statement, with national flags to fly at half-mast. AFP Details later Read More

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2 h. ago 2027: Shehu Sani declares interest in Kaduna central senatorial seat

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has announced his intention to contest for re-election in the 2027 general elections. Sani made the declaration on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message at his residence in Kaduna. “Any politician contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to vie for. If the conditions Read More

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2 h. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers as Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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2 h. ago I Was Not Involved In Burning Of Rivers Assembly Complex — Ehie

Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has refuted allegations that he was involved in the burning of the Rivers State House of Assembly complex on October 29, 2023. This is as he said that he has instructed his lawyers to initiate a criminal libel suit […]

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3 h. ago 2027: Shehu Sani Declares Interest In Kaduna Senatorial Seat

The senator who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th National Assembly, Shehu Sani has declared interest for re-election in the 2027 general elections. Sani made the declaration on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message at his residence in Kaduna. He said, “Any politician who is going to contest election will be dependent on political equation […]

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3 h. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors

Tribune Online Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors In response to concerns raised by depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, whose balances exceed the maximum deposit insurance limit of N5 million, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it has intensified efforts to ensure timely payments. Following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s banking license by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on June […] Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken action following a tragic incident in the Uromi area, suspending the commander of read more Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

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7 h. ago SERAP To NASS: Reject Bill Seeking To Jail Citizens Who Fail To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the National Assembly to reject a proposed bill that aims to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of N100,000 on any Nigerian of voting age who fails to participate in national and state elections. SERAP, which made the demand in an open letter addressed […]

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7 h. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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7 h. ago God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin

Sheikh Abdul-Fattah Enabulele, the Chief Imam of Benin, has expressed concern over the rising killings across Nigeria, stating that God is displeased with the nation. He lamented the increasing violence, urging Nigerians to embrace peace, justice, and unity he emphasised that bloodshed and injustice hinder divine blessings and called on leaders to take urgent steps […] The post God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Despite Tinubu’s intervention, Obasa pursues suit against Meranda, lawmakers

Chief Afolabi Fashanu (SAN), the counsel for the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, for the umpteenth time on Sunday, dismissed speculations that his principal would be dropping the suit against erstwhile Speaker Mojisola Meranda, and the Assembly members. Fashanu, in a telephone interview with The PUNCH, said his team was Read More

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9 h. ago Incessant communal clashes between Ifon and Ilobu communities: A threat to life, economy

Tribune Online Incessant communal clashes between Ifon and Ilobu communities: A threat to life, economy I am compelled as a concerned Nigerian, as a resident of these communities and a peace-loving individual to write and unequivocally express my concern and alarm over the recurring communal clashes between Ifon and Ilobu communities, which have resulted in the loss of innocent lives, wanton destruction of properties, and a significant threat to economic […] Incessant communal clashes between Ifon and Ilobu communities: A threat to life, economy Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Abiodun won’t abandon ongoing repairs of Ogun community roads – Aide

Governor Dapo Abiodun has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre road in their area. Read More

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9 h. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers, Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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9 h. ago Stakeholders seek mortgage innovations for inclusive housing

Real estate experts in Lagos recently called for policy shifts, mortgage reviews and private-sector-led innovations to achieve affordable mass housing that caters for middle- and low-income earners in Nigeria. They also called for the adoption of green building practices alongside modern technology for faster and cheaper construction. They gave these recommendations at the Nigeria Housing Read More

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11 h. ago Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles

Tribune Online Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Easytech Integrated Services Limited, a Nigerian firm, is partnering with Guangzhou Dayun Motorcycle Company Limited, a leading Chinese manufacturer of motorcycles and tricycles, to mass-produce low-cost, high-quality tricycles aimed at easing the transportation of agricultural produce in rural areas. According to a statement made available to journalists in Lokoja by Oyigu Elijah, the partnership aims […] Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Abiodun pledges completion of road repairs in Ogun communities

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre Read More

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12 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers 

Governor Monday Okpebholo, has suspended Commander of Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, over recent killings of northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some individuals, suspected to be terrorists, were arrested on the 27th of March, 2025 and set ablaze by […] The post Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Bans Illegal Vigilante Groups Over Uromi Killings

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd), and banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. The decision followed the gruesome killing of 16 travellers of northern extraction in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the State, […]

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