64 m. ago FG blames Zenith Bank glitch for June salary delays, assures prompt resolution

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has blamed a technical glitch at Zenith Bank Plc for the delay in payment of June 2025 salaries to some federal government employees. In a statement issued on Friday, the OAGF said it is aware of widespread complaints from affected workers, […] The post FG blames Zenith Bank glitch for June salary delays, assures prompt resolution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Federal Gov’t Blames Technical Glitch For Delayed Payment Of June Salaries

The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) on Friday blamed a technical network glitch at Zenith Bank Plc for the failure to pay June 2025 salaries to some federal government employees whose accounts are domiciled with the bank. In a statement issued by the Director of Information in the OAGF, Bawa Mokwa, […]

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13 h. ago How Female UNN Student Was Murdered Over Alleged Sex Payment Dispute

For the Ememem family, June 15, 2025, will forever remain  sad in their memories as it was a day that their daughter, 22-year student of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) identified as Deborah Sam-Praise Ememem was allegedly strangled to death over alleged sex payment dispute in a hotel room located at Nsukka. It was […]

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23 h. ago Joshua Aaron Receives ‘Limitless Without Borders’ Award For Global Impact In Data, Innovation

Joshua Aaron has received the Limitless Without Borders (LWB) Award, a prestigious recognition that celebrates African professionals making global impact through innovation, resilience, and leadership.   In June 2025, the award was presented to honour individuals whose work crosses boundaries, whether geographic, professional, or cultural, to drive meaningful change.   “This award is a reminder […]

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23 h. ago Plateau Mob Attack: Court Adjourns Trial Of 22 Suspects To Friday

The trial of 22 suspects arrested by the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) in connection with the June 20, 2025 mob action in Mangun community of Mangu local government area of Plateau State, has been adjourned to Friday, July 11 to enable the prosecuting counsel amend the charges brought against the suspects. The suspects were arraigned […]

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24 h. ago Plateau: Drama as police arraign 22 over Mangu wedding guests’ killing

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos The Plateau State Police Command has arraigned 22 suspects in connection with the killing of 13 wedding guests travelling from Kaduna to Plateau on June 20, 2025. The wedding guests were travelling in a 32-seater bus belonging to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, en route from Mangu to Qua’an Pan Local Government […] The post Plateau: Drama as police arraign 22 over Mangu wedding guests’ killing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert

Tribune Online Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert EXECUTIVE Director of the Live Free Renewal Centre, a faith-based drug abuse and addiction recovery facility, Mr. David Folaranmi, stated that substance use is not a death sentence and that individuals struggling with addiction can overcome their challenges. Folaranmi, who spoke at the June 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) hosted […] Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Peter Obi Pays Condolence Visit To Late Dantata’s Family In Kano

The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Wednesday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late elder statesman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, at their residence in Kano. Obi described the deceased philanthropist as a towering figure in Nigeria’s economic landscape. “We are here today to mourn and condole […]

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53 h. ago Purple Lekki issues statement, assures cooperation after tragic loss of Mr. Obinna Bokolo

In a heartbreaking development that has sent shockwaves through the Lagos community, a tragic accident on June 26, 2025, claimed read more Purple Lekki issues statement, assures cooperation after tragic loss of Mr. Obinna Bokolo

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54 h. ago Edo Gov’t Shuts 4 Schools, Arrests Headteacher Over Death Of Pupil

The Edo State Government has withdrawn the licenses of two private schools over the death of a 12-year-old pupil, Nathan Paul Spencer. The government also arrested the headteacher of one of the affected schools. Commissioner for Education in the state, Paddy Iyamu, who disclosed this during a condolence visit to the parents of the deceased, […]

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55 h. ago Traditional Ibadan Baales pay condolences visit to Olubadan palace

From Taiwo Oluwadare,  Ibadan   The Association of Ibadan Traditional Baales paid a condolence visit to the Palace of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, to commiserate on the demise of His Imperial Majesty Oba ( Dr) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin 1).  Speaking on behalf of other Baales in Ibadanland, Baale (Alhaji) Bashiru Adisa the Baale […] The post Traditional Ibadan Baales pay condolences visit to Olubadan palace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago NHRC Raises Alarm As 2,266 Killed, 857 Kidnapped In 6 Months

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised alarm over the deteriorating human rights violations as well as widespread killings and kidnappings as it presents its human rights situation report for June 2025. The executive secretary of the commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, at the presentation, which was also the half-year dashboard report of the commission […]

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61 h. ago CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14

Tribune Online CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 As Nigeria advances toward its March 2026 bank recapitalisation deadline, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a decisive end to COVID-era regulatory forbearance and loan waivers, signaling a return to stricter oversight and stronger capital standards. In a circular dated June 20, 2025 and signed by the Director of Banking Supervision, Dr. Olubukola […] CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Keystone Bank Empowers Entrepreneurs At Business Clinic In Abuja, 9 Other Cities

Keystone Bank Limited has demonstrated its commitment to entrepreneurial growth by hosting an SME Business Clinic in Abuja and nine other states across Nigeria. The  bank said the Business Clinics  held throughout June in celebration of the United Nations’ World SME Day 2025 themed “Empowering SMEs for Growth and Sustainability,” brought together small and medium-sized […]

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4 d. ago Makinde mourns late Olubadan, promises state support, befitting burial

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin I, assuring the royal family of the state government’s full support and commitment to a befitting burial for the revered monarch. The governor received a formal condolence visit on […] The post Makinde mourns late Olubadan, promises state support, befitting burial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Gov Mohammed Mourns Kirfi Tragedy Victims, Donates To Families

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has mourned the nine residents of Kirfi local government area who died in a recent trailer accident and flood, describing the tragedy as heartbreaking and avoidable. During a condolence visit to the affected community, Governor Mohammed announced a N50 million donation to support victims and their families. He disclosed […]

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6 d. ago PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday released its June 2025 Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) report, indicating that economic read more PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

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6 d. ago 2025 Hive Africa Summit: Nigeria, 20 Others Make Waves In Lusaka

Over 120 top CEOs and entrepreneurs from 21 countries gathered in Lusaka, Zambia, for the landmark 10th edition of the HIVE Africa Summit. The Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka was abuzz from June 25–29, 2025, as it hosted more than 120 influential CEOs, entrepreneurs, and changemakers from 21 countries across Africa and the diaspora for […]

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7 d. ago Court Jails Woman Five Years For Human Trafficking In Anambra

A High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State, has sentenced a 44-year-old woman, Goodness Daniel, to five years in prison for human trafficking. The verdict, delivered on June 27, 2025, by Justice Peace Otti, followed her conviction for buying and selling human beings, in violation of Section 21 of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement […] The post Court Jails Woman Five Years For Human Trafficking In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano

Tribune Online VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano Tinubu, during a condolence visit to the family of late business mogul Alhaji Aminu Dantata, described his demise as a great loss—not just to the Dantata family, but to Nigeria and the entire Ummah. VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano Tribune Online

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