1 hour ago Benue Killings: Super Falcons Star Questions Federal Govt’s ‘Silence’, Calls For Urgent Actions

Peace Ogebe, a prominent player in the Super Falcons squad, has expressed deep concern over the continued killings in her home state of Benue, challenging the federal government’s alleged silence on the ongoing crisis. The Nigerian international player revealed that the continuous killing of innocent civilians in her community has left her restless and heartbroken. […]

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1 hour ago Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers

Byline: Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered an immediate investigation into allegations that officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) extorted ₦5.2 million from a group of young men travelling from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, to Akure, Ondo State. The allegations surfaced through a viral post by […] The post Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions

By Gabriel Dike The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) on Tuesday expressed concern about recent reports alleging unethical practices by some institutions in the administration of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), a scheme meant for students in tertiary institutions in the country. The union in a statement signed by the National President of CONUA, […] The post CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Wike Has Been Causing Unrest, Violence In Rivers Since 2015, Lacks Integrity To Criticise Others” – APC Chieftain

A fresh wave of political tension has emerged in Rivers State following allegations by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike against his predecessor, Chibuike Amaechi. Wike had claimed Amaechi deliberately orchestrated unrest in the state while serving as Minister of Transportation, a statement that has since triggered swift backlash. Reacting on Tuesday, APC chieftain Chief Eze Chukwuemeka […] The post “Wike Has Been Causing Unrest, Violence In Rivers Since 2015, Lacks Integrity To Criticise Others” – APC Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has berated some northern politicians over the current state of the region, saying that they all failed to perform their duties. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV on Tuesday, Governor Sani noted that criticism of government should be rooted in the interest of the people, not driven by a quest […] The post “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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8 h. ago APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State has responded strongly to recent allegations made by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its criticisms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s planned visit to commission projects in the state as “blatant falsehood” and “propaganda from a party that has lost its way.” […] The post APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Alaafin Not In Supremacy Battle With Any Monarch, Says Media Aide

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade has denied engaging in any royal supremacy battle with any traditional ruler in the country. Apparently reacting to a video shown on the YouTube where the anchor narrated how the Alaafin allegely ordered his men to beat the father of the monarch of a village in the United […]

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8 h. ago NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items

Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, has apprehended a man identified as Usman Jungudo for vandalizing railway tracks in the Cross Tasha, Kirfi Local Government Area of the state. Addressing newsmen on Monday, the state’s Commandant of the NSCDC, Oloyede Nelson disclosed that the 45 years old suspect was arrested […] The post NSCDC Nabs Bauchi Man For Vandalizing Rail Tracks, Recovers Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak

The Kwara State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has dismissed recent reports circulating online that there was a jailbreak at the Borstal Training Institute in Ilorin. Clarifying the situation in a statement issued on Monday, the institution’s spokesperson, A.O. Bamigbade, debunked the claims, stressing that the incident being reported did not occur at the […] The post No Inmate Escape At Ilorin Borstal Facility – NCoS Clears Air On Alleged Jailbreak appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband

Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Trade and Export, Mrs. Shimite Winifred Bello, has been confirmed dead. It was gathered that the renowned Trade and Economic expert allegedly died as a result of domestic violence on Monday. In Facebook post shared by  Hon. Oge Okonkwo, disclosed that Shimite’s husband has been arrested […] The post Delta Police Commence Investigation As Gov’s Aide Dies Over Alleged Domestic Violence With Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement

Osun State has been thrown into shock following the burning of the Ilesa High Court 2, an incident Governor Ademola Adeleke has firmly condemned. The early morning fire, allegedly caused by unknown assailants, razed the court building and destroyed sensitive legal materials, including documents and case exhibits. In a statement released on Monday through his […] The post Ilesa High Court Torched Again, Gov Adeleke Orders Security Reinforcement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara

•I left huge amounts in treasury –Ex-Gov  •It is a lie, you plundered the state –Gov From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The immediate past Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, and his successor, Dauda Lawal, have engaged each other in a war of words over the seemingly unpalatable […] The post Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Gov Oborevwori aide dies, husband in police protective custody

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Special Adviser to Delta State Governor on Trade and Export, Mrs Shimite Love Bello has been reported dead. Bello, popularly known as Madam Sabificate was alleged to have died yesterday after a domestic violence which erupted at her residence in Asaba, the state capital. She was alleged to have had […] The post Gov Oborevwori aide dies, husband in police protective custody appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Suspected Explosion At Maiduguri Prison ‘Mere False Alarm’ By Convicted Bomber Charles Okah

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has debunked viral reports of a bomb explosion at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre (MaSCC) in Maiduguri, Borno State, clarifying that it was incident involving a convicted detainee, Charles Okah, who deliberate ignited a mattress and raised false fire alarm. Authorities stated that Okah allegedly ignited his mattress using a […]

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26 h. ago Gov Oborevwori’s aide dies, husband in police protective custody

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Special Adviser to the Delta State Governor on Trade and Export, Shimite Love Bello, has been reported dead. Bello, popularly known as ‘Madam Sabificate’, was alleged to have died on Monday after a domestic violence which erupted at her residence in Asaba, the state capital. She was said to have […] The post Gov Oborevwori’s aide dies, husband in police protective custody appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago You’re Nigeria’s only life bencher with zero case in court – Falana to Wike

Popular human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has taken a swipe at the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, calling him Nigeria’s only life bencher with no case in any court. Falana, who spoke in a statement issued on Monday, was reacting to an allegation from Wike that he (Falana) misrepresented a […] The post You’re Nigeria’s only life bencher with zero case in court – Falana to Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended two suspected kidnappers, including a woman, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of the state. The police identified the suspects as Celestine Onuyia, described as a native doctor who reportedly prepares charms and hides the gang’s weapons, and Jacinta Okolo, said to be part of the kidnapping […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa

From John Adams Minna A former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the ongoing violence in Plateau and Benue states is politically motivated and intended to undermine President Bola  Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with […] The post 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over campaign of calumny against him, IPOB

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The family of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has raised the alarm over an alleged state sponsored campaign of calumny against him and the pro-Biafra group. In an open letter to Nigerians and the International community, by Emmanuel Kanu, titled: ‘Stop the false […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over campaign of calumny against him, IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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