3 h. ago Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price

By Adewale Sanyaolu Hopes of a swift drop in the retail price of petrol were dashed yesterday as Dangote’s key fuel retail partners- MRS, AP, Heyden and three others, failed to implement a renewed deal of N890 per litre petrol price. Dangote Petroleum Refinery had on Wednesday announced a fresh pact with its key partners: […] The post Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago RISING INSECURITY Presidency, CSOs Bicker Over Tinubu’s Absence

With the rising insecurity in the country, civil society organisations (CSOS) have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to return to the country from France and tackle the menace. According to the CSOS, the president should abandon his current sojourn in France and return to his country to proactively tackle the insecurity ravaging most regions. […]

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4 h. ago Tinubu working remotely from overseas, returns after Easter – Presidency

The Presidency has said President Bola Tinubu continues to direct the affairs of state from Europe, despite being outside the country for nearly two weeks. It also said the President will return on Monday, April 21, after the Easter holidays. In a statement signed Thursday, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explained Read More

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4 h. ago Plateau crisis: Govt probes alleged cattle poisoning, urges calm

The Plateau State Government has launched an investigation into the alleged poisoning of 36 cows in the Bassa Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which reportedly occurred on April 16, 2025, involved cattle belonging to one Mallam Samaila Nuhu at Tafi Gana Junction in Zanwar Ward. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Read More

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5 h. ago Battling corruption: Nigeria’s new online assets declaration

By Eze Onyekpere In 1999, when Nigeria returned to democratic governance after years of military rule, a public officer declaring their assets meant laboriously filling out multiple paper forms by hand, submitting them physically to a government office, and hoping they wouldn’t disappear into the labyrinthine filing systems of bureaucracy. Twenty-six years later, that archaic […] The post Battling corruption: Nigeria’s new online assets declaration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 15 kidnap victims regain freedom after 5 days in captivity in Nsukka

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka Fifteen people who were abducted in Ibagwa-Agu community, Nsukka Local Government, Enugu State, have regained their freedom after spending five days in captivity. The victims, who were released early yesterday, April 17, were reportedly returning from a burial ceremony when they were ambushed within a farm settlement by  kidnappers and taken […] The post 15 kidnap victims regain freedom after 5 days in captivity in Nsukka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu to resume official duties after Easter break – Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu will return to Nigeria and resume official duties at the Presidential Villa immediately after the Easter holiday, the Presidency announced on Thursday, dispelling concerns about a leadership vacuum during his two-week working visit to Europe. In a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and […] The post Tinubu to resume official duties after Easter break – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Buba Galadima, has rejected claims that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is planning a return to the All Progressives Congress. Galadima noted that NNPP has been focused on providing Nigerians with insight into what the party stands for through responsive and responsible governance. He further […] The post “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tinubu Directing Nigeria’s Affairs From Europe, Returns Home After Easter — Presidency

The Presidency has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu remained fully in charge of the country’s affairs despite his ongoing stay in Europe, adding that he is expected to return to Nigeria after the Easter holidays. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]

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15 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Threatens To Involve Deity Over DNA Test

Hellen Ati, the Kenyan lady who has consistently claimed that popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest fathered her child, has now vowed to take the matter to a shrine. The woman, who has been calling on the celebrity barman to submit to a DNA test, expressed frustration over his refusal to acknowledge her demand. Cubana Chief […] The post Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Threatens To Involve Deity Over DNA Test appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Lawyer Clears Name, Denies Role in Mohbad’s GoFundMe Campaign

The legal representative who once represented the family of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, Mr. Taiwo Odumosu, has distanced himself from the GoFundMe campaign set up to support an investigation into the singer’s death. In a statement sent to PUNCH Metro on Wednesday, Odumosu clarified that he had no involvement in any […] The post Lawyer Clears Name, Denies Role in Mohbad’s GoFundMe Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago PwC exits nine African countries, cites focus on growth markets

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has announced the closure of its operations in nine Sub-Saharan African countries, citing the outcome of a strategic review aimed at streamlining its global network. The affected countries include the Ivory Coast, Gabon, Cameroon, Madagascar, Senegal, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo, the Republic of Guinea, and Equatorial Guinea. The Read More

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16 h. ago Insecurity: Zamfara Elders Berate Gov Lawal For ‘Hijacking’ Federal Gov’t Credit

The Zamfara State Elders Forum has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for attempting to take credit for recent security improvements in the North-West, accusing him of political opportunism and failing to deliver on his campaign promises. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Zamfara Elders Forum, through its secretary, Dr Alhaji Umaru Yusuf Tsafe, described the […]

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19 h. ago FG, Niger foreign minister meet amid tension between nations

Nigeria’s foreign ministers and Niger met on Wednesday and both parties held talks on cross-border security, terrorism and economic cooperation. The meeting was held amid tensions between the two neighbours since the July 2023 coup in Niger. Earlier this month, Nigeria renewed calls for the release of Niger’s deposed President Mohamed Bazoum, who is being […] The post FG, Niger foreign minister meet amid tension between nations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Police identify officers receiving money from Chinese in viral video, promise sanctions

The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the conduct of its officers captured in a viral video receiving money from a Chinese national, describing their actions as “unprofessional and unethical.” The incident, which has sparked widespread outrage online, prompted the force headquarters to identify the officers involved and initiate disciplinary proceedings. In a statement issued on Read More

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21 h. ago Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures)

Operatives of Kano State Police Command have arrested 157 suspects involved in armed robbery and thuggery. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Ibrahim Bakori on Wednesday, disclosed that some dangerous weapons and suspected tramadol tablets valued at over N150 million were recovered from the criminal elements. Bakori said that the firearms, which were allegedly […] The post Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Commonwealth Observers Call For Increased Civic Participation, Commend Gabon’s Polls

Commonwealth Observer Group has praised Gabon’s peaceful, calm and orderly April 12 presidential vote and called for citizens to become more involved in the electoral process. In its interim statement, the group advised the government to promote greater civic participation in the electoral process. It suggested that this could be achieved by allowing longer periods […]

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23 h. ago Neymar suffers fresh injury blow 34 minutes into Santos comeback

Brazilian football star, Neymar Jr., has suffered yet another injury setback, just 34 minutes into his return for Santos in the Brasileirão, according to transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. “Neymar Jr leaves the pitch with a new injury as Santos started him tonight in the Brasileirão. After 34 minutes, Neymar has been subbed off,” Romano reported Read More

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26 h. ago Tinubu’s France retreat sparks backlash amid rising insecurity

President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders and security experts amid a surge in violent attacks and killings across the country. The 2023 presidential candidates, Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party,  Peter Obi of the Labour Party and other opposition parties urged the President to return immediately, Read More

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28 h. ago Blue Ocean GMD Advocates Increased Women’s Participation In Politics

Group managing director/CEO of Blue Ocean Nigeria Limited, Dr Damilola Ade has urged Nigerian lawmakers to ensure greater involvement of women in politics during the National Assembly’s upcoming constitutional amendment. Dr Ade made this statement yesterday while receiving the Icon of Peace and Nation Building award from the “Nigerian Women of Integrity Par Excellence,” which […]

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