58 m. ago We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has revealed that the team has yet to receive the promised $100,000 reward, as well as other commitments made by the Federal Government, following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade expressed disappointment over […] The post We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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90 m. ago 2025 AfroBasket: Nigeria’s D’Tigers Cruise Winning Start, Outclass Madagascar 77–59

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, commenced their 2025 AfroBasket campaign in style with a convincing 77–59 victory over Madagascar in Luanda, Angola, yesterday . The win marks a positive start for the 2015 champions as they aim to reclaim the continental title. The game opened with a strong performance from both teams, but the […]

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1 hour ago Sokoto GBV team presses police, NAPTIP over child abuse case

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Chapter of the Gender-Based Violence/Child Protection Response Team (SGBV/RT) has urged the Nigeria Police and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to end what it described as a “hide-and-seek game” and immediately prosecute Fausiyya Rabo over the alleged trafficking, abuse, and torture of […] The post Sokoto GBV team presses police, NAPTIP over child abuse case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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14 h. ago OOPL Demands Apology, N3.5bn Over Invasion Of Premises By EFCC Operatives

The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) on Wednesday, issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, as well as the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun to tender separate public apologies over alleged illegal invasion of its premises. OOPL, which was invaded […]

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16 h. ago MSM Petitions IGP, DSS, EFCC Over Alleged Defamation By Oduduwa Transparency Network

The MSM Group Limited has lodged formal complaints with security and anti-graft agencies accusing the Oduduwa Transparency Network (OTN) and its president, Mr. Mahmud Adebayo, of publishing malicious and defamatory statements against the company. In petitions addressed to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Chairman […]

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20 h. ago “Stop Misleading Nigerians, Tinubu Has No Grip On EFCC” — Lagos APC To Atiku

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Atiku had alleged that the Presidency is using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intimidate opposition figures ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement on Tuesday the APC’s Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, described […] The post “Stop Misleading Nigerians, Tinubu Has No Grip On EFCC” — Lagos APC To Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures

Tribune Online Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures Najume also welcomed the deployment of water marshals by NIWA to monitor jetties and called for penalties against passengers .... Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures Tribune Online

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27 h. ago BREAKING: FG orders Ibom Air to withdraw charges against ‘unruly’ passenger

Tribune Online BREAKING: FG orders Ibom Air to withdraw charges against ‘unruly’ passenger The minister disclosed that after Ibom Air withdraws its complaint, the Airport Command of the Nigeria Police and the prosecuting team would take immediate... BREAKING: FG orders Ibom Air to withdraw charges against ‘unruly’ passenger Tribune Online

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27 h. ago NCDMB Urges Africa Oil Producers To Promote Manufacturing In Support Of SME Growth

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has challenged oil-producing countries in Africa to prioritise the manufacturing ecosystem as deliberate steps to create skills that will support the transformation of the oil and gas industry. By doing so, they would help local industries develop competencies that will, in turn expand their local content strategies. […]

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31 h. ago Beyond Money And Land: Rethinking How Nigeria Rewards Excellence

In the wake of yet another historic sporting victory, the Nigerian government recently rolled out its usual form of appreciation: cash gifts and plots of land. This time, the recipients were the triumphant Nigerian women’s basketball team, the D’Tigress, who once again proved their mettle by emerging champions at the 2023 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket tournament, […]

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31 h. ago Dantsoho pledges revitalised port efficiency to power exports, sustainability

By Steve Agbota The Managing Director of Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of the year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management […] The post Dantsoho pledges revitalised port efficiency to power exports, sustainability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago ValueJet: IGP receives petition, orders probe into KWAM 1’s ‘unruly behaviour’

Tribune Online ValueJet: IGP receives petition, orders probe into KWAM 1’s ‘unruly behaviour’ The Nigeria Police Force High Command on Tuesday confirmed that it has received an official petition from the NCAA over an alleged incident involving KWAM 1... ValueJet: IGP receives petition, orders probe into KWAM 1’s ‘unruly behaviour’ Tribune Online

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40 h. ago IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service

Tribune Online IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday inaugurated a high-level committee to review and harmonise the Scheme of Service and Harmonised Conditions of Service for IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service Tribune Online

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42 h. ago IGP Egbetokun forms committee to review police service terms

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday inaugurated a high-level committee to review and harmonise the Scheme of Service and Harmonised Condition of Service for Nigeria Police officers. Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who made this known, said the inauguration marks a major step towards modernising the […] The post IGP Egbetokun forms committee to review police service terms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Police Intercept Motorcycle Rider With Three Human Skulls In Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two men for unlawful possession of three human skulls in the Ijebu area of Ogun State. Command spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Abeokuta on Monday. According to Odutola, a team of mobile police officers from 71 PMF Awa Ijebu […] The post Police Intercept Motorcycle Rider With Three Human Skulls In Ogun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 h. ago IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Legal Section of the Force to the Directorate of Legal Services with immediate effect, in line with ongoing strategic reforms aimed at ... IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Activists Petition NYSC Over Alleged Victimisation Of Corps Member

Human rights activists, Omoyele Sowore and Inibehe Effiong have petitioned the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) over what they described as “unlawful extension” of the service year of Ms. Ushie Rita Uguamaye, a corps member with state code number LA/24B/8325. The activists who submitted a formal petition to the NYSC Director-General in Abuja on Tuesday, […]

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46 h. ago Tambuwal: Atiku links arrest to political harassment, intimidation

…Says Opposition won’t give up Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has labelled Aminu Tambuwal’s detention as a continuation of President read more Tambuwal: Atiku links arrest to political harassment, intimidation

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47 h. ago IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police(IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Nigeria Police Force Legal Section to the Directorate of Legal Services. The gesture according to the IGP, is In line with the ongoing strategic reforms aimed at strengthening institutional capacity and enhancing operational efficiency across all departments of […] The post IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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