1 hour ago Nigerians lament dearth of viable health insurance schemes amid worsening health situation

By Olakunle Olafioye The death of a pregnant woman in Lagos State after she was allegedly rejected by a private hospital owing to the inability of her husband to pay the deposit demanded by the hospital where she was rushed to recently has once again underscored the need for an effective and affordable health insurance […] The post Nigerians lament dearth of viable health insurance schemes amid worsening health situation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges

A high court in Ikoyi has ordered the detention of Nigerian singer Terry Apala at the Ikoyi correctional center over alleged abuse of naira notes. In a statement on Friday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) revealed that Apala was arraigned on a one-count charge of naira mutilation. The commission alleged that the singer […] The post Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction

Forensic psychologist Uwom Eze has rejected allegations that Mohbad’s death was caused by drug abuse. On September 12, 2023, Mohbad passed away following an injection given by a nurse, Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but on September 21, 2023, the police exhumed his body for an autopsy. The pathologist overseeing the autopsy, […] The post Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Boundary Disputes: Olubadan Warns Trespassers To Vacate Ibadan Land

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has declared that Oba River is the boundary between Ibadan in Oyo State and Iwo town in Osun State. The monarch made the declaration at an emergency meeting of Obas, Mogajis and Baales on the boundary areas of Ibadan and Iwo which at the Olubadan Palace in Oke […]

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12 h. ago Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Ike Odoeme Foundation commemorated 2025 World Malaria day in Imo State with the distribution of ten thousand insecticide-treated nets and medications at no cost to vulnerable communities in Imo State at the weekend. The Foundation, in collaboration with the Imo State Ministry of Health with other partners of the latter, […] The post Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Army Probes Alleged Extortion Of Farmers, Motorists By Personnel In Kwara

The 22 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army (NA), Sobi Cantonment in Ilorin, Kwara State on Saturday said that has begun investigation into allegation of extortion levied against its personnel on road blocks in Baruten and Kaiama local government areas of the state. A statement released by acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 22 Armoured […]

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13 h. ago Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has denied holding any meeting with his Imo State counterpart, Hope Uzodinma over his planned defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial was coming against the backdrop of reports making the rounds in the social media, insinuating that Otti held a meeting with […] The post Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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16 h. ago FBI Arrests 22 Nigerians For Sextortion Scam Linked To 20 Teen Suicides

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced the arrest of 22 Nigerians allegedly involved in a sextortion ring blamed for the suicides of more than 20 teenagers across the United States since 2021. In a statement published late Friday, April 24, the agency revealed that the arrests were the result of Operation Artemis, a […]

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17 h. ago Group Raises Alarm Over AI Smear Campaign Against Kogi Central Senator Natasha

A pressure group, Action Collective, has accused one Sandra Duru of spearheading a desperate campaign using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to discredit the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Teddy Onyejuwe, the group raised the alarm over a trending online video allegedly featuring the female Senator. Onyejuwe […]

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18 h. ago Patients Stranded As NMA Affiliates Begin Strike In Akwa Ibom

  Affiliate bodies of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State chapter, have embarked on a strike following the failure of the authorities of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO) to address various issues in dispute bothering on emoluments and welfare of the medical workers. The aggrieved unions, LEADERSHIP Weekend learnt, included the Medical and […]

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20 h. ago Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides

By John Ogunsemore The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested 22 Nigerians allegedly involved in a financially motivated sextortion scheme that led to teen suicides in the United States. The US law enforcement agency disclosed this in a statement published on its website. According to the FBI, the arrests followed a first-of-its kind global […] The post Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago VP Shettima Extols UBA’s Dedication To Innovation, Emerging Markets At 75

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has extolled what he termed the staying power of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) in the past 75 years, describing the financial institution as a pacesetter in innovation, emerging markets and generational ambition. “Seventy-five years is not something you pick up at a supermarket. It is earned. It’s […]

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21 h. ago Falana, associates demand demolition of structure next to Fawehinmi’s residence

By Lukman Olabiyi Associates and colleagues of the late legal icon and human rights activist, Chief Gani Fawehinmi, are calling for the demolition of a multi-storey building allegedly constructed in violation of planning regulations beside his family home in Ikeja GRA, Lagos. The building, known as APARTMENT, is said to have been erected without the […] The post Falana, associates demand demolition of structure next to Fawehinmi’s residence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Again, suspected cultists kill leader of rival cult in Yenagoa

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa There is heightened tension among residents of Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, following the killing of Olotu Wanemi Omubo, an alleged leader of the Bobos cult group in the state. The deceased, an indigene of Nembe in Nembe Local Government Area of the State, was also a beneficiary of the Presidential […] The post Again, suspected cultists kill leader of rival cult in Yenagoa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago World Malaria Day: First Lady declares malaria national emergency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, Friday said malaria was not just a public health issue, but a national emergency in Nigeria. Speaking on Friday on World Malaria Day 2025, she emphasised that Nigeria bears the heaviest global burden of malaria and urged renewed efforts to reverse this trend. The theme for this […] The post World Malaria Day: First Lady declares malaria national emergency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Environmental inspector in trouble for allegedly claiming to be doctor

An environmental inspector, Tosin Omodayo, on Friday appeared before an Okitipupa Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ondo State for allegedly claiming to be a medical doctor. The defendant, 37, whose address was not given, is facing a one-count charge. She, however, pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Mr Zedekiah Orogbemi, told the court that the defendant committed […] The post Environmental inspector in trouble for allegedly claiming to be doctor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George

With rising defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including significant exits in Delta State. Party chieftain Chief Bode George expressed confidence that the PDP would recover and emerge stronger after its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for May 15. Speaking to newsmen, George addressed the party’s challenges, particularly the high-profile departures, such […] The post Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Cross River: Police confirm abduction of twelve passengers by sea pirates

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Command has confirmed the abduction of twelve passengers in a boat from Calabar in Cross River State to Oron in Akwa Ibom State. The incident occured early this week along the Calabar estuary. Sources say the travellers boarded a boat in Calabar at the weekend and were […] The post Cross River: Police confirm abduction of twelve passengers by sea pirates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Police Arrest Man For Trafficking Girl For Prostitution In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old Johnson John, a resident of the Gwallameji area, for allegedly trafficking a 19-year-old Cecelia Cosmos for prostitution. According to the police, Cecelia was deceitfully lured by Johnson on April 12, 2025, under the pretense of a job opportunity in Lagos State. The victim’s mother, a Rhoda […]

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