66 m. ago Cross River govt vows to take action against fake support groups

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State government has promised to tackle fake support groups across the state. Prince Clement Asanye, Special Assistant to the Governor on APC Support Groups Matters, shared this in Calabar. He said the government knows these groups pretend to be supporters. Yet, their actions harm peace, stability, and unity […] The post Cross River govt vows to take action against fake support groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago ‘It’s fake news,’ Presidency denies sacking INEC boss, Yakubu

The Presidency has debunked widespread reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The reports, which went viral early Monday, alleged that Yakubu had been removed from office and replaced with a certain Professor Bashiru Olamilekan in what was described as a “sweeping change” Read More

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1 hour ago Eedris Abdulkareem Drops Diss Track, Blasts Tinubu, Seyi Over Nigeria’s Struggles

Nigerian singer Eedris Abdulkareem has released a new diss track, highlighting the ongoing difficulties faced by the citizens of Nigeria. The singer called out President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi, in the track, making strong statements about the country’s leadership. In the track titled ‘Tell Your Papa,’ which surfaced on Instagram on Sunday, the […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Drops Diss Track, Blasts Tinubu, Seyi Over Nigeria’s Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations

Based on the ongoing nationwide protests, the Federal Government has expressed its support for the right of citizens, especially young people, to peacefully demonstrate and voice their grievances. Acknowledging the importance of free expression in a democratic society, the government affirmed that protests are a crucial avenue for addressing concerns. However, the government issued a […] The post Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Alumni Association Rallies Support For New Alaafin, Harps On Unity

The National Old Student Association, Alaafin High School, Oyo (NOSA-AHSO) has called on the Oyomesi, the good people of Yorubaland including sons and daughters of Oyo Town to rally behind the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I. The association’s president, Engr. Muideen Aruna, while congratulating the monarch on his ascension to the […]

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2 h. ago Senate leader donates vehicles, wheelchairs to Ekiti disabled children centre

The Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has donated two mini-buses, two motorcycles, and 25 wheelchairs to the Therapy Centre for Children with Disabilities in Ado Ekiti. A statement in Ado Ekiti on Monday by the Special Adviser to Ekiti State Governor, Yinka Oyebode, stated that the Senate Leader’s gesture was in support of Governor Biodun Read More

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3 h. ago Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework

Nigeria’s vaccine financing more vulnerable than ever From Fred Ezeh, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been called upon to instruct the Ministry of Budget and National Planning to create a predictable, efficient, and sustainable immunisation financing framework for Nigeria. Advocates argue that the current inclusion of vaccine funds in the Service-Wide Vote leads to […] The post Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Can the new NNPCL Board tackle the industry’s critical problems?

The new directors of NNPCL appointed by President Bola Tinubu last week have been widely welcomed by Nigeria’s oil industry read more Can the new NNPCL Board tackle the industry’s critical problems?

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4 h. ago PICTORIAL: Policemen Celebrate Maiden National Police Day In Abuja

Nigeria on Monday marked the maiden edition of the National Police Day at Eagle Square, Abuja, in a colourful ceremony that brought together top security officials, dignitaries, and members of the public. The event marked the first official observance of National Police Day slated for April 7, an annual commemoration institutionalised by President Bola Tinubu […]

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4 h. ago Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has donated N50 million to support the families of vigilantes killed and those injured during an attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits on Sunday, April 6. The governor made the announcement on Monday during a condolence visit to Yola District in Augie Local Government Area, […] The post Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Niger Delta Revolutionary Crusaders (NDRC) have accused governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Niger Delta of undermining President Bola Tinubu and Denis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), in their efforts to deliver democratic dividends. The group alleges that these governors have launched a smear […] The post PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Abuja: Three Arms Zone cordoned off for National Police Day celebrations at Eagle Square

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The inaugural National Police Day celebration is underway at Eagle Square in Abuja on 7 April 2025, with Vice President Kashim Shettima standing in for President Bola Tinubu. The event caps a week-long series of activities from 2 to 7 April, aimed at honouring the Nigeria Police Force’s contributions to national […] The post Abuja: Three Arms Zone cordoned off for National Police Day celebrations at Eagle Square appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Netanyahu meets Trump, seeks tariffs truce, Gaza, Iran support

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in Washington on Monday to meet Donald Trump, whom he will likely ask for a reprieve from US tariffs while seeking further backing on Iran and Gaza. Netanyahu becomes the first foreign leader to meet Trump in the US capital since the “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement sent global markets Read More

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6 h. ago World Health Day 2025 : First Lady seeks reduction in maternal, newborn deaths

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a heartfelt message on the occasion of World Health Day 2025, emphasising the critical importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi. Read More

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8 h. ago ‘Dereliction of duty’, Wabara slams Tinubu, Shettima’s simultaneous foreign travels

A former Senate President, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has expressed disappointment over the simultaneous foreign trips embarked upon by President Bola Tinubu and his Vice President, Kashim Shettima, describing it as “the height of executive rascality”. Wabara commented on Sunday while reacting to Tinubu’s trip to France for a two-week working visit and Shettima’s trip to Read More

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8 h. ago Tax Reform Bills: Extricating Nigeria From Economic Cesspit – Atoyebi

  The Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Aderonke Atoyebi has stated that the federal government’s tax reform bills are extricating Nigeria from economic inefficiencies and paving the way for economic growth. Atoyebi noted that when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, […]

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10 h. ago “Act Now, Declare State Of Emergency Over Plateau Killings” – ACF Tells FG

Arewa Consultative Forum has called on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to act fast on the ongoing unrest in some parts of Plateau State. The group expressed sadness over recent attacks by gunmen which resulted in the tragic deaths of several villagers, including children in some communities of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported […] The post “Act Now, Declare State Of Emergency Over Plateau Killings” – ACF Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tinubu Positioning Nigeria Into A Vibrant, Prosperous Nation – Shettima

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold vision and pragmatic leadership will transform Nigeria into a better and more vibrant country in no distant future. He says the projection is premised on the Renewed Hope administration’s robust investments in healthcare, education, and other critical economic sectors. According to his […]

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13 h. ago Reject $1.08bn Foreign Loan, Probe Missing Funds, SERAP Tells Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. Instead, SERAP urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) and relevant anti-corruption agencies to promptly investigate allegations that over […]

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13 h. ago Pepecoin, Dogecoin And Shiba Inu Face Further Downslides As Meme Season Ends Whilst Remittix Could 100x By August

The meme coin movement faces a slowdown due to multiple market cycles which were sustained by enthusiasm for hype and online virality. The meme coins Pepecoin (PEPE) Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB lose support from culture-based momentum and speculative price action because their market demand decreases,  and price charts stagnate along with rising doubts Read More

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