3 h. ago Senate Refuses To Reinstate Senator Natasha Until CTC Of Court Judgement Nullifying Her Suspension Is Received, Reviewed

The Nigerian Senate has said it cannot yet reinstate suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan due to the unavailability of the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the recent court judgment ordering her recall. Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, disclosed this in an interview on Sunday in Abuja. He explained […] The post Senate Refuses To Reinstate Senator Natasha Until CTC Of Court Judgement Nullifying Her Suspension Is Received, Reviewed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Businessman Threatens Lawsuit Against EFCC For Declaring Him Wanted

An international businessman, Rabiu Auwalu Tijjani, has threatened to drag the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) to court for allegedly damaging his name by declaring him wanted for money laundering, which he described as a false accusation. Auwalu, in a statement, said that the bone of contention leading to EFCC’s action, was a legally […]

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3 h. ago Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo received a heroic welcome in his ancestral community of Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, over the weekend, following the Supreme Court ruling on Friday, July 11, 2025, that affirmed his election as governor. Speaking to party faithful, supporters, youths, market women, socio-cultural […] The post Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘Soyinka Still Inspires At 91’, Tinubu Hails Nobel Laureate On Birthday Anniversary

President Bola Tinubu has extended his good wishes to Professor Wole Soyinka, the globally renowned literary icon and Nobel Laureate, as he celebrates his birthday anniversary on Sunday. Professor Soyinka, a well-decorated literary giant, activist, cultural icon, and public intellectual who turns 91, is known for his extraordinary creative and artistic talent, evident in his […]

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5 h. ago Expect Flight Delays, FAAN Tells Passengers After Air Peace Plane Excursion

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has asked passengers to expect flight delays on Sunday after Air Peace flight P47190 skidded off the runway at the Port Harcourt International in Rivers State. In a statement, the director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, FAAN, Obiageli Orah, said the evacuation of the 127 passengers was […]

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8 h. ago Evicted Palace Officials Drag Emir Sanusi, Others To Court Over Alleged Forceful Eviction

A group of nine palace officials have sued the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, and 12 others over what they described as their illegal eviction and the destruction of their ancestral homes within the Kano palace premises. The suit, filed before the High Court of Justice, Bichi Judicial Division, is being presided over […]

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8 h. ago Kano Pushes For New State, 26 More LGAs In Constitution Review Proposal

Kano State has formally requested the creation of a new state and 26 additional local government areas (LGAs) within its boundaries during the North West zonal public hearing on constitutional review held in Kaduna on Saturday. Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo, who led the delegation on Saturday, said the request was necessary to meet the needs […] The post Kano Pushes For New State, 26 More LGAs In Constitution Review Proposal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tennis: Sinner, Alcaraz Face Off In Wimbledon Final Rematch Today

The stage is set for a thrilling Wimbledon final rematch between world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. The two tennis stars will clash on Centre Court today, July 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM WAT, in a battle for the coveted title. Sinner, 23, reached his first Wimbledon final after a dominant […]

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12 h. ago Police nab two armed robbery suspects, recover stolen vehicle in Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a stolen vehicle in the early hours of Saturday. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, SP Ramhan Nansel disclosed this in a Sunday statement. The police spokesman said that at about 3:00 am, the Divisional Police Officer […] The post Police nab two armed robbery suspects, recover stolen vehicle in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers

Tribune Online Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers As the House of Representatives intensifies its zonal public hearings on the review of the 1999 Constitution, stakeholders from the North-West, North-Central, and North-East regions of the country, including governors, traditional rulers, and civil society organizations (CSOs), have voiced strong support for a people-oriented constitutional amendment that reflects justice, fairness, and the diverse aspirations of […] Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Customs Intercepts 25 Containers Of Fake, Illicit Drugs From India

In a move to rid the country of fake, unregistered and illicit pharmaceuticals, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Friday announced the interception of 25 containers laden with fake pharmaceuticals imported into the country from India. The service also handed over the seized items to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control […]

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14 h. ago Corrupt Politicians Concealing Illicit Funds In Cryptocurrencies To Evade Detection – EFCC

The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, has disclosed that corrupt politicians and other criminal elements are increasingly concealing illicit wealth in cryptocurrencies to evade detection by anti-corruption agencies. The EFCC boss spoke during a public lecture commemorating the 2025 African Union Anti-Corruption Day, themed, “Understanding Virtual Assets and […]

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15 h. ago NOA, EFCC Launch Campaign Against Cybercrime, Financial Fraud

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have unveiled plans for a nationwide sensitisation campaign aimed at curbing cybercrime and promoting financial responsibility among Nigerians. The partnership was announced by the NOA director-general, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, during a public lecture hosted by the EFCC to commemorate African Union Anti-Corruption […]

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15 h. ago House of Reps opens its doors to public: A step towards transparency or mere optics?

For three days, Nigeria’s House of Representatives threw its doors open, literally. From July 8 to 10 , the lower read more House of Reps opens its doors to public: A step towards transparency or mere optics?

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15 h. ago Woman reports husband at police station for making her lose followers on Instagram

Tribune Online Woman reports husband at police station for making her lose followers on Instagram ACCORDING to media reports, Indian police recently disclosed the case of Nisha, a young woman who filed a complaint against her husband, claiming that he asked her to spend less time on Instagram, thereby causing her to lose followers on the platform. The marital dispute began when the woman’s husband, identified only as Vijendra, suggested […] Woman reports husband at police station for making her lose followers on Instagram Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Etsu Nupe Seeks Role For Traditional Rulers, As Okura, Edu, Others Demand New State

The Etsu Nupe and chairman of Niger State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has submitted a memorandum seeking specific roles for traditional rulers in the 1999 amended constitution of Nigeria. This came as the memorandum for the creation of Okura State from the present Kogi State, Edu and Kainji  States from the present Niger, […]

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15 h. ago Constitution Review: It’s Time For State Police, Fiscal Federalism, Says Kaduna Gov

Kaduna state Governor Uba Sani, has called for bold and transformative amendments to Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, highlighting the need for state police, fiscal  federalism and  gender inclusion. The governor made the proposal during the North-West zonal public hearing on the constitutional review held in Kaduna yesterday. Governor Sani who was represented by his deputy, Dr […]

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16 h. ago Edo: One killed, 14 rescued as police, vigilantes battle kidnappers

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Edo State Police command said one person was killed and 14 others were rescued from the hands of kidnappers during a gun duel along Obe Hill by pipeline leading to Ajaokuta. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Yamu Joel, in a statement on Saturday, said the police got a distress […] The post Edo: One killed, 14 rescued as police, vigilantes battle kidnappers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Lakurawa terrorists kill three officers in Kebbi community, as police foil kidnap attempt

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi   The suspected terrorists believed to be Lakurawa group have killed three police officers in Zogirma-Tilli, in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State during a foiled kidnap attempt by the criminals. Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DS Nafiu Abubakar confirmed this in a statement made available to […] The post Lakurawa terrorists kill three officers in Kebbi community, as police foil kidnap attempt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Akpabio lauds Okpebholo’s achievements, hails apex court’s ruling

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has lauded Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State for his “tremendous and unprecedented” performance in the rapid transformation of the state. Senator Akpabio, in a message made available to newsmen through his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, equally congratulated Governor Okpebholo on the affirmation of his election […] The post Akpabio lauds Okpebholo’s achievements, hails apex court’s ruling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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