2 h. ago Man beats girlfriend to death as fire extinguisher explosion injure 2 in Lagos

From hristopher Oji , The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a man for allegedly beating his girlfriend to death at Ijedodo area of Isheri Osun, Lagos. It was gathered that at the weekend, a neighbour reported at Isheri Osun Police division  that he saw the suspect,Ggbolahan  Adebayo, 23, beating his girlfriend in his home […] The post Man beats girlfriend to death as fire extinguisher explosion injure 2 in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Speeding, wrongful overtaking responsible for death of 14 in Niger – FRSC

The Niger State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps has concluded that overspeeding and wrongful overtaking caused an accident that claimed the lives of 14 passengers in Niger on Saturday. The accident, which occurred along the Lapai to Bida Road,  involved a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number WWD744XB coming from Minna to Agaei Read More

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8 h. ago Nigerian footballer, Abubakar Lawal, falls to death in Uganda

Ugandan police said Monday they were investigating the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal who fell from a shopping mall balcony in Kampala. The 29-year-old striker played for local premiership club Vipers. He fell from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade early on Monday, police said in a statement. He had been visiting a Read More

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8 h. ago Ijaw youths hail Tinubu for boosting oil production, economic growth

The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu for the increased oil and gas production and improved security in the Niger Delta. The youths also praised the President for the economic growth in the Niger Delta and the increased investment in infrastructure and human capital development. In a statement on Monday, the President Read More

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9 h. ago Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security

Tribune Online Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security Niger Governor Mohamed Umaru Bago has suspended three of his close aides with immediate effect. Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country

Tribune Online Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again reassured Nigerians that the proposed tax reform bills before both chambers of the National Assembly are not skewed against any section of the country. The Senator representing Niger East and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Sani Musa, restated President Tinubu’s assurance on Monday while speaking at […] Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Gov Aliyu advocates social media efficiency in information dissemination

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu advocates social media efficiency in information dissemination Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has emphasised the critical role of social media in rapidly disseminating information, surpassing conventional media in speed and reach. Gov Aliyu advocates social media efficiency in information dissemination Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Katsina Police Probe Varsity Student’s Death By Civilian JTF

The Katsina State Police Command has launched an investigation into a tragic shooting incident involving a member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) in Dutsinma local government area of the State. The incident, which occurred on February 23, 2025, led to the death of Sa’idu Abdulkadir, a 400-level student of the Federal University Dutsinma […]

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14 h. ago How I was attacked over Mohbad’s death – Actor Jude Chukwuka

By Seyi Babalola Veteran Nollywood Actor, Jude Chukwuka has claimed he was attacked in Lagos State following the death of musician Mohbad. In an interview with Seun Oloketuyi on his YouTube channel, Chukwuka revealed that the assailants confronted him, accusing him of being Naira Marley’s father and holding him accountable for Mohbad’s premature demise. He […] The post How I was attacked over Mohbad’s death – Actor Jude Chukwuka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 22 feared killed as suspected militants invade Edo communities

Tribune Online 22 feared killed as suspected militants invade Edo communities Death toll has risen to 22 as suspected armed militants invaded seven farming communities in Ovia South-West Local Government Area in Edo State. Tribune Online  gathered that several others sustained varying degrees of injuries, while buildings and farm produce worth several million naira were set ablaze by the assailants. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, […] 22 feared killed as suspected militants invade Edo communities Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Katsina varsity shuts down amid protests over student’s death

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Authorities at Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA), Katsina State, have shut down the school following violent protests by students over the alleged killing of their colleague. Reports say two students were allegedly shot by members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, leading to the tragic death of one of them. According to […] The post Katsina varsity shuts down amid protests over student’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago FG raises speed concerns on rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge

The Federal Government has expressed concern about excessive speed by motorists on the newly-rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State. read more FG raises speed concerns on rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge

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19 h. ago Inauguration: Aiyedatiwa frees eight inmates, reduces sentences for 35 others

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday, marked his swearing-in with a bold act of clemency, granting freedom and reduced sentences to 43 prisoners. Acting on the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, Aiyedatiwa ordered the immediate release of eight convicts, while 15 death row inmates had their sentences commuted Read More

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20 h. ago Security Improving In Northwest Nigeria, Says Defence Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, has disclosed that the country’s northwest and north-central regions have witnessed significant improvements in security. He attributed this progress to sustained military operations against banditry in States such as Zamfara, Sokoto, Niger, Katsina, and Kaduna. Speaking to journalists in Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, the minister reaffirmed the […] The post Security Improving In Northwest Nigeria, Says Defence Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Death toll in Edo farmers, suspected thieves clash hits seven

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the deaths of two more persons, raising the death toll to seven in the clash between cocoa farmers and suspected produce thieves in Gbelemotin, the Ovia South-West Local Government Area of the state. In a statement on Sunday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, disclosed that Read More

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23 h. ago Linking Niger Delta takes a boost as minister commissions Abraka

The drive by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to link the oil region seems to receive a boost at read more Linking Niger Delta takes a boost as minister commissions Abraka-Oben Road rebuilt by NDDC

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23 h. ago Nigerian Army Dismantles 18 Illegal Refining Sites, Arrests 17 Suspects In Niger Delta

The Nigerian Army has launched a crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta region, demolishing 18 illegal refining sites and arresting 17 suspects. The operation, as disclosed on Sunday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, took place between February 17 and 23, covered Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States. According to the statement of Danjuma Jonah, […] The post Nigerian Army Dismantles 18 Illegal Refining Sites, Arrests 17 Suspects In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago German 2025 election: Conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz emerges winner

Tribune Online German 2025 election: Conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz emerges winner “The most important thing is to reestablish a viable government in Germany as quickly as possible,” he said, adding, “I am aware of the responsibility. I am also aware of the scale of the task that now lies ahead of us.” German 2025 election: Conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz emerges winner Tribune Online

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24 h. ago The Sun Award’ll boost our efforts to make Niger State, NDDC better –Bago, Ogbuku

          Governor Bago and Ogbuku are among 36 Nigerians who will be honoured with various awards by The Sun on March 1, 2025 in Lagos. They spoke separately in Lagos and Port Harcourt when the Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief, The Sun Publishing Limited, Onuoha Ukeh presented them the letters nominating them for The […] The post The Sun Award’ll boost our efforts to make Niger State, NDDC better –Bago, Ogbuku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Jumoke Oduwole, has called on Nigerians to preserve the legacy that the late Pa. Ayo Adebanjo laid down before his demise. She made this call during her visit to the family of the deceased in Lekki yesterday. “We need to appreciate the impactful life he lived, […] The post Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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