3 h. ago Wigwe’s helicopter crash linked to ‘pilot spatial disorientation, company’s negligence’ – Report

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on the helicopter crash that killed Herbert Wigwe, read more Wigwe’s helicopter crash linked to ‘pilot spatial disorientation, company’s negligence’ – Report

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3 h. ago Senate plans national security summit amid spike in killings

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has resolved to organise a two-day national security summit in Abuja, with participation from all levels of government, traditional institutions, civil society and the security sector. This is just as it urged the executive to review and update national security policies based on the recommendations from the summit. In […] The post Senate plans national security summit amid spike in killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Zinox empowers 10,000 women to lead Africa’s tech revolution

By Chinenye Anuforo   Chairman of the Zinox Group, Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, has set a goal to empower the continent’s tech future by developing over 10,000 female technology professionals within the next five years. The initiative underscores the Zinox Group’s long-standing commitment to not only participating in Africa’s tech evolution but actively shaping its […] The post Zinox empowers 10,000 women to lead Africa’s tech revolution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago 40 Years After, DSS Removes Arogundade’s Name From Watchlist

The Nigerian Chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI) has announced the removal of the name of the Executive Director of International Press Centre, Mr Lanre Arogundade, from the Department of State Security’s watchlist after about 40 years. IPI Nigeria President, Musikilu Mojeed, announced this in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, at the 3rd Nigerian Media […]

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11 h. ago Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested seven robbery suspects in connection with a recent incident in Suleja area of the state. It was gathered that the suspected criminal elements were said to have robbed their victims of their handsets and other valuables. The Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement, on Tuesday disclosed […] The post Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tinubu’s Administration Crushed 8,000 Terrorism, Nabbed 11,600 Criminals In 2024 – Defence Minister

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, announced that over 8,000 terrorists and bandits were neutralized in 2024 under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He credited this success to the improved operational strategies and leadership focus of the current government. According to a statement released on Monday by Patience Ituke, Matawalle also revealed that […] The post Tinubu’s Administration Crushed 8,000 Terrorism, Nabbed 11,600 Criminals In 2024 – Defence Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Bayelsa police confirm cult leader Omubo killed in leadership struggle

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Police Command has confirmed that Olotu Wanemi Omubo, leader of the notorious Bobos cult group, was killed by members of his own group in a bid to seize leadership. Omubo, a Nembe indigene from Nembe Local Government Area and a Phase 2 beneficiary of the Presidential Amnesty Programme […] The post Bayelsa police confirm cult leader Omubo killed in leadership struggle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Senate to hold National Security Summit to address rising insecurity

From Kenneth Udeh, Adesuwa Tsan Abuja The Nigerian Senate has resolved to hold a two-day National Security Summit in Abuja, involving federal, state, and local governments, traditional rulers, civil society, students’ unions, and security agencies, to address the escalating wave of killings, kidnappings, banditry, and terrorism across Nigeria. The Senate also urged the federal government […] The post Senate to hold National Security Summit to address rising insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Hackademia awards 100 tech scholarships to women, sets target for 500 future builders

Hackademia Institute has awarded scholarships to 100 women in Nigeria to access training in technology. The initiative, launched in March read more Hackademia awards 100 tech scholarships to women, sets target for 500 future builders

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14 h. ago Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

Kola Sunday, a senior secondary school three (SS3) student of United Comprehensive College, Odo-Ere, headquarters of Yagba West local government read more Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

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15 h. ago Ndume backs Tinubu’s ban on foreign goods, urges high tariffs on imports

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senator Ali Ndume has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to ban the importation of foreign goods that can be produced locally, describing it as a major incentive for indigenous manufacturers. The ban was announced by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a media briefing following Monday’s […] The post Ndume backs Tinubu’s ban on foreign goods, urges high tariffs on imports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Drug war: First Lady Senator Tinubu, UNODC, Marwa task states on community

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and participants at a national workshop for Nigeria’s Governors Spouses Forum, have charged state governments to embrace and entrench community-based interventions that will curb the impact of the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking at the grassroots in line with the […] The post Drug war: First Lady Senator Tinubu, UNODC, Marwa task states on community-based interventions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Scholarship Row: Group Asks Minister To Call NWDC Board Chairman To Order

The Northern Progressives Forum (NPF) has called on the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, to call the chairman of the Board of North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Lawal Samaila-Abdullahi, to order over alleged plans to create an unnecessary crisis in the interventionist commission. The chairman of the group, Dayyabu Abdullahi, made the call while addressing […]

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17 h. ago Bride Nabbed For Allegedly Killing Husband 9 Days After Wedding In Kano

Security operatives in Kano State have apprehended one Saudat, a newly wedded bride, for allegedly stabbing her husband, Salisu, to death just 9 days after their wedding. The tragic incident reportedly took place in Farawa community of Kano on Monday night, days after the couple’s wedding which held on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Reports by […]

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19 h. ago “Your Mates Are Hustling” – Speed Darlington Rejects Calls To Join “Free VDM” Protest

Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has lashed out at fans of detained social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) who urged him to join the ongoing “Free VDM” protests. VeryDarkMan was reportedly arrested last Friday, allegedly by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sparking outrage among youths who have since taken to the streets, […] The post “Your Mates Are Hustling” – Speed Darlington Rejects Calls To Join “Free VDM” Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Gunmen kill six, injure several others in renewed Plateau attacks

At least six persons were killed in renewed attacks on Marit and Gashish communities of Barkin Ladi Local Government Council read more Gunmen kill six, injure several others in renewed Plateau attacks

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20 h. ago Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Father To Death

Operatives of Jigawa State Police Command have apprehended one Muhammad Salisu for allegedly killing his biological father, Salisu Abubakar in the Gwaram Local Government area of the state. It was gathered that the incident happened on Monday night at Bakin Kasuwa Quarters, Sara District, Gwaram LGA. Confirming the incident in a statement Spokesman for Jigawa […] The post Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stabbing Father To Death appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Commercial Sex Worker In Ekiti

An Ekiti State High Court, siting in Ado Ekiti has sentenced one David Isaiah to death by hanging for kidnapping and murder of a commercial sex worker. The 26-year old convict was arraigned before the court presided over by Justice Lekan Olatawura on 18th April, 2024 on three-count charge of conspiracy, kidnapping and murder. Isaiah […]

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21 h. ago VDM Saga: Goje calls for NSA’s intervention, warns of national security risks

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Kaduna-based social commentator and public affairs analyst, Yusuf Ishaku Goje, has called on the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, to urgently intervene in the controversy surrounding the recent arrest of social media influencer, Martin Vincent Otse popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM), warning that the situation could escalate into […] The post VDM Saga: Goje calls for NSA’s intervention, warns of national security risks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Landlord’s Son Allegedly Kills Tenant During Argument In Ondo

Ondo State Police Command has arrested a landlord’s son, identified as Odunayo Olomolatan, for allegedly killing one 22-year-old lady, identified as Joy Tale, in Ode-Irele, Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State. It was gathered that the tenant was hacked to death on Monday during an argument with Olomolatan, who is said to be 41 years […] The post Landlord’s Son Allegedly Kills Tenant During Argument In Ondo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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