5 h. ago Police pensioners threaten nationwide protest over alleged abandonment

Tribune Online Police pensioners threaten nationwide protest over alleged abandonment The National Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria (NARPON) has passionately appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.... Police pensioners threaten nationwide protest over alleged abandonment Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Tinubu remembers support of Niger Delta youths and women in 2024 nationwide protests

… Returns the favour with massive NDDC projects President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is said to have remembered the favour done read more Tinubu remembers support of Niger Delta youths and women in 2024 nationwide protests

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14 h. ago WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Secure Narrow Win Over Botswana To Reach Quarterfinals

Nigeria’s Super Falcons clinched a narrow 1-0 victory against a resilient Botswana side in their second Group B match at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 in Morocco on Thursday. The decisive moment came late in the game when Chiwendu Ihezuo found the back of the net, ensuring Nigeria’s ladies progression to […]

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32 h. ago Niger Delta Devt: We’ve recorded improved IOC funding support – NDDC MD

From Ben Dunno, Warri The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chief Samuel Ogbuku, has expressed delight over an improved statutory financial obligation rendered by the management of International Oil Companies (IOCs) and other stakeholders to its operational funding in the last two years, noting that it has helped in enhancing its […] The post Niger Delta Devt: We’ve recorded improved IOC funding support – NDDC MD appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Wizkid Apologised For Insulting Me During EndSARS – Reekado Banks

Nigerian singer Reekado Banks has disclosed that his colleague, Wizkid, has expressed regret over their public fallout during the EndSARS protests in October 2020. The two had clashed after Reekado announced the release of their joint track, Omo Olomo, at the height of the nationwide protests. Wizkid, who was among the loudest celebrity voices supporting […] The post Wizkid Apologised For Insulting Me During EndSARS – Reekado Banks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Bayelsa govt cries for help over flooding, coastal erosion, seeks FG, NDDC help

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa As rain intensified in several parts of Bayelsa state in recent days, the Bayelsa State Government has cried for help from the Federal Government, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and other well-meaning organizations to support the state in addressing the twin problems of flooding and coastal erosion. Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence […] The post Bayelsa govt cries for help over flooding, coastal erosion, seeks FG, NDDC help appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago 2027: Otuaro drums support for APC South South leaders’ resolution on Tinubu’s re

    From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has urged the people of the Niger Delta to support the declaration of the leaders of the South South All Progressives Congress (APC) to support President Bola Tinubu for a second term.   Otuaro noted that the […] The post 2027: Otuaro drums support for APC South South leaders’ resolution on Tinubu’s re-election bid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori

Tribune Online Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori While acknowledging the benefits of infrastructure, Mulade maintained that employment creation is far more crucial for long-term peace, economic sustainability, and societal value. Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori Tribune Online

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3 d. ago WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Resume Training Ahead Of Botswana Clash

The Nigerian senior female team, Super Falcons, are scheduled to return training on Tuesday evening after resting on Monday. Falcons’ Head coach, Justine Madugu permitted the squad to unwind on Monday following their impressive 3-0 victory over Tunisia, which marked a triumphant start to their campaign in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). […]

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5 d. ago WAFCON: Women’s football reaches new heights as Morocco 2024 kicks off

Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has commended the growing strength of women’s football across read more WAFCON: Women’s football reaches new heights as Morocco 2024 kicks off

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5 d. ago Naval Gunboat Capsizes In Delta, 3 Officers, 3 Others Die, 3 Missing

Tragedy struck the Nigerian Navy on Thursday night when its gunboat conveying 15 personnel and civilians capsized along the waterways in Escravos, Warri South West local government area of Delta State. Six persons, including a naval commander (name withheld) two youth corps members (name withheld) performing their primary assignment at NNS Delta, Warri Naval Base, […]

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6 d. ago WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons squad numbers revealed ahead of first match

By Seyi Babalola The official Super Falcons squad numbers for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations have been revealed. The majority of the team’s best performers will retain their typical numbers in the tournament. Six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year Asisat Oshoala, the team’s brightest star, will wear jersey number eight, while captain […] The post WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons squad numbers revealed ahead of first match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 2024 WAFCON: “My Team Is Ready To Defeat Tunisia On Sunday” — Super Falcons Coach

Ahead of Sunday clash with Tunisia’s women in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Super Falcons coach, Justine Madugu has declared his team’s readiness for their opening fixture. Recall that the eleven times champions defeated Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, and Ghana’s Black Queens, and held Portugal to a 0-0 draw in their pre-WAFCON friendlies. […] The post 2024 WAFCON: “My Team Is Ready To Defeat Tunisia On Sunday” — Super Falcons Coach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NDYC Urges Politicians To Respect INEC’s Integrity, Condemns Amaechi, El

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned the recent comments made by former Governors Rotimi Amaechi and Nasir El-Rufai against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The group, in a statement on Friday signed by its National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, described the comments as “reckless, self-serving, and politically […]

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7 d. ago Tinubu: Peter Rufai will be remembered as patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Peter Rufai, describing the legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper as a patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold in Nigerian and African football history. In a statement mourning Rufai’s passing at age 61, issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, […] The post Tinubu: Peter Rufai will be remembered as patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago WAFCON 2024: Former Super Falcons star Mbachu backs team to win title

By Seyi Babalola Former Super Falcons striker, Stella Mbachu, believes the team have the potential to win a record-extending 10th championship in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Justine Madugu’s team, alongside holders South Africa, hosts Morocco, Zambia, and Ghana, are the favourites to win the tournament. The Super Falcons demonstrated their readiness for […] The post WAFCON 2024: Former Super Falcons star Mbachu backs team to win title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Retired Police officers plan nationwide protest over contributory pension scheme

Tribune Online Retired Police officers plan nationwide protest over contributory pension scheme The Kaduna State Chapter of the Union of Retired Police Officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme has revealed that it Retired Police officers plan nationwide protest over contributory pension scheme Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Super Falcons Arrive Casablanca For Final WAFCON Preparation

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have arrived, Casablanca, Morocco, for their final preparations ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that 22 players and team officials made the trip to Casablanca from Lisbon, Portugal on Thursday. The delegation includes, China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi and USA-based Asisat Oshoala. Recall that the eleven-time African champions […] The post Super Falcons Arrive Casablanca For Final WAFCON Preparation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: NAF Strikes Terrorists Behind Niger Attacks On Troops

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said its aircraft deployed under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 1, carried out a series of precision airstrikes from June 24 to 26, 2025, in support of ground troops, targeting terrorists behind recent attacks in Niger State. Terrorists had attacked and killed 17 soldiers and injured 10 others in the North-Central […]

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2 w. ago WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Arrive Casablanca For Final Preparation

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have arrived, Casablanca, Morocco, for their final preparations ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. 22 players and team officials made the trip to Casablanca from Lisbon, Portugal. Bay FC striker Asisat Oshoala and China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi arrived Casablanca on Tuesday. Justine Madugu’s side battled Portugal to a 0-0 […]

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