24 m. ago NYSC Confirms Payment Of N77,000 Minimum Wage Arrears To Outgone Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has guaranteed that corps members who just finished their national service will be paid the outstanding arrears of the N77,000 allowance. Brig Gen Olakunle Nafiu, Director-General of the NYSC, made the assurance during the Batch A 2025 pre-mobilisation session for heads of corps producing institutions and other stakeholders on […] The post NYSC Confirms Payment Of N77,000 Minimum Wage Arrears To Outgone Corps Members appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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98 m. ago Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window

Tribune Online Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window The Nigerian naira faced mixed fortunes on Wednesday, April 3, 2025, depreciating at the official market while remaining stable on the parallel window. At the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the local currency closed at N1,552.53 per US dollar, down from Tuesday’s rate of N1,531.25/US$. However, at the parallel market, the naira held firm […] Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi

Tribune Online How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi Bauchi State is facing severe malnutrition crisis, with a dramatic increase in cases, particularly among children under five years, thereby raising an urgent need for multi-sectoral solutions to address the issue, including improved nutrition education and healthcare access.  Here’s a more detailed look at the situation of rising malnutrition: Bauchi State has witnessed a surge […] How absence of matching funds is aggravating malnutrition in under five children in Bauchi Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Investments & Securities Act 2025 To Stimulate Economic Growth – SEC

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that the Investments and Securities Act 2025 is a game changer that has the strong potential for stimulating growth for the Nigerian capital market and the economy. The director-general of SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama stated this during an interview in Abuja on some of the highlights of […]

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4 h. ago Sanusi, Kwankwaso, Jibrin, others attend Galadiman Kano’s funeral

Prominent personalities that included the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, ex-Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, and the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, among others attended the funeral prayer of the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abba Sunusi. Arewa PUNCH reports that the funeral was held at the Read More

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4 h. ago After LEADERSHIP Report, Kaduna Electric Restores Power In Kakuri

The residents of Kakuri Hausa, Makera constituency, Kaduna State, are excited that the electricity supply was restored to their community following a report by LEADERSHIP. It was gathered that electricity was restored at the midnight of April 2, 2025. LEADERSHIP reported on March 31, 2025, that the community had been in darkness since April last […]

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6 h. ago 2025 pilgrimage exercise: NCPC opens bid for ground handling, airlifting

Tribune Online 2025 pilgrimage exercise: NCPC opens bid for ground handling, airlifting THE Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has opened a bid for the expression of interest for the 2025 Pilgrimage exercise for ground handling and airlifting with the service providers. Speaking at the event on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Commission’s corporate headquarters in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Bishop […] 2025 pilgrimage exercise: NCPC opens bid for ground handling, airlifting Tribune Online

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6 h. ago London Derby: Chelsea Beat Tottenham To Continue Push For EPL Top

Chelsea continued their fight for a Premier League top-four spot as they defeated London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, who welcome back Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke from injury, have now recorded a fourth consecutive win over Tottenham. The result saw Chelsea, on 52 points, reclaim fourth place in the league […] The post London Derby: Chelsea Beat Tottenham To Continue Push For EPL Top-Four Spot appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident

Some Yobe Desert players and their Technical Adviser, Ngozi Elechi, survived a ghastly motor-accident this afternoon along Jos-Akwanga road. It was gathered that the accident involved a mass transit bus conveying players and their officials, as the club’s bus was not in order. READ MORE: Ten Killed, 12 Injured In Yobe Road Accident In a statement […] The post Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. 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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6 h. ago “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians

Independent National Electoral Commission has denied claim made by some Nigerians that it is taking side over the ongoing recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission noted that it has been transparent over the exercise, contrary to claim saying that it has been partisan. Speaking during a show via Channels Television on Thursday, Chief […] The post “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. 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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6 h. ago U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder

The United States has called for transparency and swift justice in the murder of Catholic priest Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was tragically killed in Kaduna, Nigeria. The U.S. expressed its support for the Nigerian government’s efforts to bring those responsible to justice and emphasized the importance of ensuring accountability and transparency in the investigation and […] The post U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex

Former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), has shared the traumatic details of his two-month kidnapping ordeal at the hands of terrorists. Tsiga and other captives were held in a dense forest surrounded by hills, where they were exposed to dangerous wildlife, including hyenas and snakes. Despite the […] The post “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex-NYSC DG Tsiga On Experience With Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Niger Delta Congress Kicks Against Emergency Rule, Says It Silences Voices Of Rivers People

Niger Delta Congress has kicked against President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State. In a statement on Thursday, the group described Tinubu’s announcement as an attack on democracy. Recall that the former governor of Lagos State, during a nationwide broadcast in March announced that Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Nma and […] The post Niger Delta Congress Kicks Against Emergency Rule, Says It Silences Voices Of Rivers People appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes

The Central Bank of Nigeria has denied a viral claim circulating on social media, saying that it has introduced two new denomination, N5,000 and N10,000 notes. In a statement on Thursday, CBN described the report as fake. The purported Whatsapp message quoted one Deputy CBN Governor, Ibrahim Tahir Jr., saying that the move is aimed […] The post CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Workers Allegedly Kill Site Engineer, Bury Body In Shallow Grave At Construction Site In Delta

The body of 38-year-old site engineer Chigozie Udalor, who was allegedly murdered and buried in a shallow grave by his employees, has been discovered by the Delta State Police Command. SP Bright Edafe, the state Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed this in a video statement released on Thursday. Udalor, hired by his cousin to supervise […] The post Workers Allegedly Kill Site Engineer, Bury Body In Shallow Grave At Construction Site In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago INEC Rejects Petition To Recall Senator Natasha, Says It Fails To Meet Constitutional Requirements

Independent National Electoral Commission has rejected the petition to recall lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission insisted that the petitioners have not met constitutional requirements. INEC in a statement on Thursday, disclosed that the petitioners failed to gather the requisite number of signatures/thumbprints, which must represent more than one-half of the registered voters […] The post INEC Rejects Petition To Recall Senator Natasha, Says It Fails To Meet Constitutional Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Kate Henshaw Drags Trolls, Says Many Deliberately Ignore Common Sense

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has shared her frustration with trolls who resort to using disrespectful language when they disagree with her on social media. She mentioned that the behavior was exhausting and urged trolls to respond more intelligently. The actress pointed out that many online trolls purposely act unintelligent. READ MORE: Segun Arinze Reflects On […] The post Kate Henshaw Drags Trolls, Says Many Deliberately Ignore Common Sense appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tariff dispute: Macron calls for suspension of French investment in US 

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday urged a halt to new investments in the United States until the clarity surrounding President Donald Trump’s new tariffs is provided, AFP reported. The call came after the US administration imposed broad new levies on its trading partners, including a significant 20 per cent tariff on European Union imports. Read More

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