26 m. ago Soldiers kill scores of terrorists, recover weapons, IEDs, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army said its fight against terrorism, banditry and other violent crime has yielded positive results with the killing of scores of terrorists and recovery of several arms, ammunitions, Improvised Explosive Devices(IED), among other dangerous weapons across the country. This is just as the army has promised to rid the […] The post Soldiers kill scores of terrorists, recover weapons, IEDs, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

28 m. ago Panic as hoodlums storm Osun communities to effect court order

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Members of Ifesowapo communities in Osogbo, Osun State, yesterday appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and Governor Ademola Adeleke, to rescue them from hoodlums who have invaded their communities and  destroyed their property under the guise of securing a court order. Speaking on behalf of the communities covering […] The post Panic as hoodlums storm Osun communities to effect court order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

29 m. ago Civil society groups protest abduction of resident by soldiers in Lagos

By Christopher Oji There was tension at the Federal Ministry of Works Annex, Obalende, Lagos, yesterday, as a coalition of civil society organisations and residents of Okun Ajah staged a protest to demand justice for residents and investors of Okun Ajah who lost their lands due to realignment of road construction work in the area. […] The post Civil society groups protest abduction of resident by soldiers in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

30 m. ago Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, groups task police

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Some civic groups operating in Kano State have appealed to the state Police Command  to investigate and persecute the perpetrators of the attack on the palace of the 15th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi. The groups, which came as coalition, also urged the police to recover assets belonging to them and […] The post Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, groups task police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

2 h. ago Police Roll Out Massive Security Measures For July 12 Local Gov’t Elections In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has announced a comprehensive security measures ahead of the July 12, 2025 Local Government Elections, including a statewide restriction on vehicular movement and the deployment of security personnel across all polling units and collation centres in the 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of […]

Politics

2 h. ago “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has called for an upward review of remuneration of the rank and file of the Nigeria Police. The former presidential candidate of African Action Congress, added that there was no reason policemen should not earn N500,000 per month when the average senator they protect earns N30 million per month. […] The post “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

6 h. ago Nigeria’s pharma industry set to hit $10bn by 2030 amid growing investments – ACPN

…task FG, states on incentives…faults MEDIPOOL policy Nigeria’s pharmaceutical industrypharmaceutical industry is projected to expand fivefold to $10 billion over read more Nigeria’s pharma industry set to hit $10bn by 2030 amid growing investments – ACPN

Politics

7 h. ago Revised US Visa Policy On Nigerian Travellers Uncalled For, Says Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concerns over the decision of the United States Government to slam a revised visa policy on Nigerians, stressing that the decision was not in consonance with the principles of reciprocity. It noted that the US revised visa policy was at variance with principles of reciprocity, equity, and mutual […]

Politics

7 h. ago Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, civic groups urge Nigeria police

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Some civic groups operating in Kano State have appealed to the Police Command in the state to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators of the attack on the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. The groups, which came as a coalition, also urged the police to recover assets […] The post Investigate, prosecute attackers of Sanusi’s palace, civic groups urge Nigeria police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

7 h. ago Lagos Police Announce Restriction Of Movement Ahead Of LG Poll

Lagos State Police Command has said that there would be a total restriction of all vehicular movement from 3 am on Saturday, July 12, until 3 pm the same day. It was gathered that the restriction would apply to all roads and waterways across the state. In a statement by Spokesman for the state’s Police Command, […] The post Lagos Police Announce Restriction Of Movement Ahead Of LG Poll appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

8 h. ago Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Gunmen, on Wednesday, July 9, reportedly attacked Oko and Ekwulobia communities in Orumba North and Aguata Local Government Areas, killing about four persons as many were injured. The incident occurred around the newly constructed Ekwulobia flyover and the Oko Divisional Police Headquarters, nearly one month after similar attacks claimed several lives […] The post Gunmen attack Anambra communities again, kill 4, security van set ablaze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

8 h. ago Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court

Tribune Online Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court The Nigerian Police has preferred a 26-count charge against a Nigerian lawyer, Abu Arome, and three Ghanaians... Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court Tribune Online

Events

8 h. ago Climate Change: Federal Gov’t Blames Deforestation, Urges Policy Support

The Federal Government has called for stakeholders’ engagement in tackling climate change for sustainable development. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the call when a delegation from African Centre for Climate Actions and Rural Development Initiative (ACCARD) led by Freeman Elohor Oluowo in company of the African Climate Foundation […]

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Shoot in the leg’, Ruto orders Police to tame violent Kenyan protesters

Tribune Online ‘Shoot in the leg’, Ruto orders Police to tame violent Kenyan protesters "Anyone caught burning another person's business or property should be shot in the leg, hospitalised, and later taken to court. Don't kill them. ‘Shoot in the leg’, Ruto orders Police to tame violent Kenyan protesters Tribune Online

Events

10 h. ago Terrorists kill 2 soldiers, 3 mobile police officers in Katsina attacks

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The Katsina State government has confirmed the killing of two soldiers and three Mobile Police officers by bandits during a confrontation with the hoodlums in Faskari Local Government Area on Tuesday, July 8. A statement on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mua’zu, said that […] The post Terrorists kill 2 soldiers, 3 mobile police officers in Katsina attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

12 h. ago What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians

Tribune Online What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians Nigerians planning trips to the US and the UAE now face stricter visa requirements and policy changes that could make international travel more complicated What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians Tribune Online

Politics

13 h. ago VIDEO: I was just creating content — Nigerian mother denies giving her infant alcohol

Tribune Online VIDEO: I was just creating content — Nigerian mother denies giving her infant alcohol The video had earlier triggered outrage across social media, prompting condemnation from the Nigerian Police, who, in a statement, described the act as dangerous and unacceptable.  VIDEO: I was just creating content — Nigerian mother denies giving her infant alcohol Tribune Online

Politics

15 h. ago Court orders IGP to present retired senior Police officers over age falsification charges

Tribune Online Court orders IGP to present retired senior Police officers over age falsification charges The police boss had, among others, accused Owohunwa, Igwe, Opara, Obo and Lough of conspiracy, age falsification and forgery. Court orders IGP to present retired senior Police officers over age falsification charges Tribune Online

Events

16 h. ago Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers

Tribune Online Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States have introduced new visa restrictions policies for Nigerian passport holders, further restricting travel opportunities for citizens of the West African nation. Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers Tribune Online

Politics

19 h. ago How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner

Tribune Online How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Oyo State’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, has stated that the policies of Governor ’Seyi Makinde towards improving the agriculture sector have worked well in bringing about necessary reforms and innovations in agriculture practice in the state. He maintained that through the combination of technical services, infrastructure development and investments in […] How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Tribune Online

Politics