59 m. ago Catholic Bishops condemn Benue, Enugu killings, declare June 20 prayer

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Catholic Bishops of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province have condemned in the strongest terms the recent gruesome killings in Benue State and parts of Eha-Amufu in Enugu State by suspected herdsmen. The Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province comprises the Archdiocese of Onitsha and its suffragan dioceses of Abakaliki, Aguleri, Awgu, Ekwulobia, Enugu, Nnewi, and […] The post Catholic Bishops condemn Benue, Enugu killings, declare June 20 prayer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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74 m. ago EFCC arrests 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Cross River, Akwa Ibom

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arrested 13 suspected internet fraudsters at Atimbo and Lemna Trailer Park areas of Calabar in Cross River State. Six others were arrested on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Idoro in Akwa Ibom State for their […] The post EFCC arrests 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Cross River, Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that its counter-insurgency and other security operations conducted in the last two years led to the killing of 6,260 terrorists, while 14,138 terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminals were apprehended in joint military operations conducted across the country. The troops also rescued 5,365 kidnapped […] The post Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO 

By Chinelo Obogo   The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has made a disturbing disclosure that his company suffered 115 bird strikes in the last five years. But despite the challenge, he said the airline has three serviceable airplanes on standby at any point in time to address the long-standing issue of […] The post We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Adefarasin: Pointing stun gun at anyone is an offence – Lagos CP

By John Ogunsemore The Commissioner, Lagos State Police Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh has said that pointing a stun gun at someone as a form of threat constitutes an offence. The CP stated this as guest on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily programme on Thursday in apparent reference to the case involving Senior Pastor of House on […] The post Adefarasin: Pointing stun gun at anyone is an offence – Lagos CP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos State Government has indefinitely shut down the Oko Oba Abattoir in Agege due to persistent unhygienic practices and serious breaches of environmental regulations. The closure was announced on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, following an inspection tour of the facility. […] The post Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EFCC arraigns Green Eagles Agribusiness for illegal capital operations

By Sola Ojo, Abuja The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Green Eagles Agribusiness Solutions Limited before Justice C.J. Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. EFCC spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said the company is being prosecuted on a two-count charge bordering […] The post EFCC arraigns Green Eagles Agribusiness for illegal capital operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Osun 2026: Why we endorsed Ogunbiyi for APC guber ticket — Iwo stakeholders

Tribune Online Osun 2026: Why we endorsed Ogunbiyi for APC guber ticket — Iwo stakeholders “Though the incumbent Peoples Democratic Party government has its major weaknesses, we in the OASG believe that a rooted candidate with Osun 2026: Why we endorsed Ogunbiyi for APC guber ticket — Iwo stakeholders Tribune Online

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4 h. ago “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna

Reality TV star Phyna has condemned President Bola Tinubu following his visit to the Yelewata community in Benue State, where hundreds were reportedly killed in a violent herdsmen attack. According to reports, over 200 people were killed in a single night during the invasion. Reacting to the President’s visit on Wednesday, Phyna questioned the narrative […] The post “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago World War III Inevitable, But Nigeria Will Be Safe – Ben Murray

Founder of Silverbird Group and former senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has predicted that World War III is inevitable. Bruce cited global instability, growing nuclear tensions, and erratic leadership across major powers. However, he believes Nigeria and much of Africa will be spared from the conflict. Speaking in an interview with global affairs expert Dane Waters on […] The post World War III Inevitable, But Nigeria Will Be Safe – Ben Murray-Bruce appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has reported the arrest of 54 suspects and the repulsion of a sea piracy attack along the state’s waterways in separate operations conducted between May and June 2025. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, disclosed this while briefing the media on major […] The post Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “It’s Dangerous To Speak In Nigeria Under Tinubu” – Dele Farotimi Raises Alarm

Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has raised serious concerns over what he perceives as an increasing clampdown on free speech under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking during an interview on Thursday, Farotimi warned that Nigeria is veering dangerously towards authoritarianism The human right advocator speaks on the rising levels of government intolerance […] The post “It’s Dangerous To Speak In Nigeria Under Tinubu” – Dele Farotimi Raises Alarm appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Paul Enenche Turns Down N30m Cash From Kebbi Governor, Asks That It Be Diverted To Orphanage

Paul Enenche, senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has declined a N30 million donation from Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris during a two-day healing and deliverance crusade held in Birnin Kebbi from June 17 to 18. In a viral video shared on social media on Thursday, an aide representing the governor stepped forward during […] The post Paul Enenche Turns Down N30m Cash From Kebbi Governor, Asks That It Be Diverted To Orphanage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 200 Security Agents Were Killed In South East By Nnamdi Kanu’s Boys – DSS Witness Tells Court

A Department of State Services witness has said that about 200 security agents were killed by members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra in South Eastern part of the country. The witness, identified as DDD, disclosed this before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, in continuation of his […] The post 200 Security Agents Were Killed In South East By Nnamdi Kanu’s Boys – DSS Witness Tells Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Benue killings: You are not doing enough, NNPP slams Tinubu 

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has tackled the federal government following the recent bloodshed in Benue State. read more Benue killings: You are not doing enough, NNPP slams Tinubu 

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4 h. ago Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

…YtD return rises to +14.51% Investor confidence in Nigeria’s equities market increased further on Thursday as banks, especially those affected read more Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

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4 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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