89 m. ago Kogi Group Seeks Fair Representation, Begs Gov Ododo For Zoning Of Federal Constituency Seat

A non-governmental organisation, MopaEffect muro Forum For Fairness, Equity, and Justice, has made a heartfelt plea to the governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, requesting for the Yagba Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general election to be zoned to Mopamuro local government area. The appeal was conveyed to the governor through House of Assembly […]

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1 hour ago Federal Gov’t To Begin Extradition Of Simon Ekpa After Prosecution In Finland

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has disclosed that a leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Simon Ekpa, is currently facing trial in Finland. Prince Fagbemi made the revelation during a special engagement session organised to update Nigerians and stakeholders on the achievements of […]

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2 h. ago INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated it has not resolved the ongoing leadership disputes within the Labour Party (LP) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following recent Supreme Court judgments. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, through Chief Press Secretary Rotimi Oyekanmi, debunked media reports claiming the commission recognised specific individuals as […] The post INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ‘It’s A Great Honour For America’, Trump Hails Pope Leo XIV’s Historic Emergence

United States President Donald Trump has reacted to the emergence of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 266th Catholic Pontiff, saying the development was a great honour for America. President Trump, who took to his verified social media handles on Thursday evening shortly after the announcement of the new Pope, also said that he looked […]

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4 h. ago Anyaoku, Emeka Offor, Ohanaeze Beg For Tinubu To Support Soludo’s Re

Former secretary-general of Commonwealth of Nations, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to support the re-election of the Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, in the upcoming November 8, 2025 governorship election. The 92-year-old distinguished diplomat and elder statesman made the request on Thursday when President Tinubu visited the state during which […]

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4 h. ago “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court

By Godwin Tsa, Abuja Nnamdi Kanu, detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), denied any involvement in the violence and destruction during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests in Lagos State. Speaking via a video played during his ongoing terrorism trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, May 8, Kanu distanced […] The post “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals

Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing social media activist VeryDarkMan, has shared an update after his client’s release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. VeryDarkMan was detained by the anti-graft agency for five days before being granted bail. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, Adeyanju expressed […] The post “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Foreign Herders Behind Attacks In Benue, Plateau, Others — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that violent attacks on local communities and killings of farmers in Plateau, Benue and others are perpetrated by foreign herders. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye stated this on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists on the identities of armed herders attacking farming communities in Nigeria. Communities […]

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6 h. ago FPL Media Sets the Pace, Wins OOH Company of the Year at 2025 Industry Awards

FPL Media, one of Nigeria’s fastest-rising Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising agencies, has been named OOH Company of the Year at the read more FPL Media Sets the Pace, Wins OOH Company of the Year at 2025 Industry Awards

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7 h. ago Over 371 new hospitals, filling stations, malls get permits for operations in Lagos

At least 371 new hospitals, shopping malls, filling stations, and schools have secured permits to build and begin operations in read more Over 371 new hospitals, filling stations, malls get permits for operations in Lagos

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8 h. ago Troops Arrest Wanted Gunrunner Buhari, 5 Others, Kill IPOB Leader Eze

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said the Nigerian troops arrested a wanted gunrunner and kidnap kingpin Buhari Umar who was allegedly terrorising Gombe, Bauchi, Plateau and Kaduna States. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye disclosed this on Thursday while briefing journalists on military operations for the month of April. Major General Kangye also said […]

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8 h. ago Cardinals fail to elect new Pope as conclave enters second day

A second day of voting in the papal conclave began Thursday morning without a breakthrough, as black smoke once again read more Cardinals fail to elect new Pope as conclave enters second day

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8 h. ago Matawalle Meets Chinese Defence Firm To Bolster Nigeria’s Anti

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has engaged in a high-level security meeting with a leading Chinese manufacturer of advanced anti-terrorism and high-tech defence equipment, aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s defence capabilities. The meeting, which took place in China, underscored the Federal Government’s commitment to modernising the nation’s security apparatus to combat […]

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9 h. ago Ministry of Police Affairs, PSC strengthen ties for police reforms

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Ministry of Police Affairs and the Police Service Commission (PSC) are set to deepen collaboration to enhance recruitment, promotion, and training within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Dr Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, made the call during a courtesy visit to PSC Chairman DIG Hashimu Argungu (retd) […] The post Ministry of Police Affairs, PSC strengthen ties for police reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Toni Payne Criticizes EFCC’s Focus On Naira Abuse, Questions National Priorities

Nigerian photographer and influencer Toni Payne has criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its recent focus on the issue of naira abuse by Nigerian celebrities. In a passionate social media post on Wednesday, Payne expressed her frustration over what she sees as the country’s misplaced priorities. She highlighted the more pressing issues […] The post Toni Payne Criticizes EFCC’s Focus On Naira Abuse, Questions National Priorities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago PDP Local Government Congress in Ekiti hailed as peaceful by Olafeso

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State held its Local Government Congress on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, to elect new executives across the state’s 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs). Dr Eddy Olafeso, Chairman of the Electoral Panel, praised the peaceful and successful conduct of the exercise. The congress began with […] The post PDP Local Government Congress in Ekiti hailed as peaceful by Olafeso appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago ‘How Can Someone Who Isn’t Wealthy Engage In Money Laundering?’, VDM Speaks After Regaining Freedom

Controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) has questioned why the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) would accuse someone that is not wealthy of money laundering. VeryDarkMan stated this in a viral video shared online after regaining his freedom from the EFCC detention over allegations of money laundering. In a […]

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12 h. ago Gombe judge withdraws from case linked to Governor Yahaya’s Mechanic Village

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Justice Fatima Musa of the Gombe State High Court has stepped down from a legal case involving Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya’s proposed Mechanic Village project due to allegations of trespass and land encroachment. Emir General Integrated Limited filed a lawsuit claiming that Grandscope Construction Limited, contracted by the state government, began […] The post Gombe judge withdraws from case linked to Governor Yahaya’s Mechanic Village appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, admitted a video evidence showing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, issuing inciting directives which the prosecution said triggered acts of terrorism in the South East. Justice James Omotoso, the trial judge, on Wednesday, heard from a witness brought by the Department of State […] The post Alleged Terrorism: FCT Court Admits Evidence Against Nnamdi Kanu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Lagos council Poll: Derin Phillips to empower youth, promote tech, education

Derin Phillips, an aspirant for the chairmanship seat of the Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area in Lagos State, has promised read more Lagos council Poll: Derin Phillips to empower youth, promote tech, education

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