1 hour ago Customs’ crackdown on smugglers in Adamawa, Taraba nets N195.7m

The Customs Comptroller Adamawa and Taraba states Command, Garba Bashir, has declared war against smuggling activities in the command. To this end, the Bashir-led administration in the command has generated N195, 719,930 million as duty paid value on seized petroleum products within four months. Addressing journalists recently in Yola, Comptroller Bashir noted that the illegal Read More

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3 h. ago Suspected Pirates Attack Passenger Boat, Abduct Five In Rivers

Some gunmen suspected to be pirates have attacked passenger boat along Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, abducting five travellers. It was gathered that the incident occurred over the weekend when the boat was travelling from Port Harcourt to Bille Kingdom in Degema Local Government Area. Speaking over the abduction, Executive Director of Youths Environmental […] The post Suspected Pirates Attack Passenger Boat, Abduct Five In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago We’re offered N200m to frame Fubara’s Chief of Staff in Rivers Assembly bombing –Freed suspects

Released suspects in the burning of the Rivers State House of Assembly, have alleged that they were offered N200 million to frame Edison Ehie, chief of staff to the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara in the bombing incident that occurred in 2023 at the Assembly complex. The suspects, Chime Ezebalike and three others, who were recently […] The post We’re offered N200m to frame Fubara’s Chief of Staff in Rivers Assembly bombing –Freed suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kidnapping: Military operations, not contributions facilitated Gen Tsiga’s freedom –DHQ insists

From Molly Kilete, Abuja Defence Headquarters ( DHQ), yesterday, maintained that the relentless efforts undertaken by the troops facilitated the freedom of  former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Tsiga from kidnappers. This is just as the DHQ, has debunked news making the rounds that some retired General and their […] The post Kidnapping: Military operations, not contributions facilitated Gen Tsiga’s freedom –DHQ insists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Stakeholders lament vaccine funding delays, urge local production

Stakeholders on Monday urged the Federal Government to urgently release outstanding vaccine funds and ramp up investment in local vaccine production. They warned that funding delays are threatening Nigeria’s immunisation efforts and endangering the lives of millions of children. They said this at a press conference on immunisation financing in Abuja, themed “Future of immunisation Read More

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5 h. ago Redesign Nigeria’s security architecture, Afenifere urges FG

The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has again urged the Federal Government and security agencies to redesign Nigeria’s security structure. Afenifere said this would help security operatives better understand the problems, identify the causes, and address them decisively. In a communique released after the Afenifere Caucus Meeting held at the Akure home of its leader, Reuben Read More

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6 h. ago (UPDATED) Pirates attack passenger boat in Rivers, abduct five

Hoodlums suspected to be pirates have attacked a passenger boat in the waterways between Degema and Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, abducting five passengers. It was gathered that the boat was travelling from Bills in the December Local Government Area of the state to Port Harcourt when the incident occurred. A source said Read More

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7 h. ago “Approach Women With Confidence, Not Money” – Yul Edochie Urges Men

Controversial Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has urged men to stay confident and focused when approaching women. He emphasised that money is not the primary factor that attracts them. In a post on his Instagram page on Monday, Edochie advised young men that confidence is essential when approaching a woman, no matter her social or financial […] The post “Approach Women With Confidence, Not Money” – Yul Edochie Urges Men appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Peter Obi still in Labour Party, says Obidient Movement leader

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has affirmed that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, remains a member of the Labour Party, despite speculations about his defection. Tanko dismissed claims that Obi has joined the Social Democratic Party, stating that such rumours are unfounded. Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief programme Read More

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9 h. ago VIDEO: From boxing ring to Lagos streets: Anthony Joshua connects with fans, ponders future

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua recently took to the streets of Lagos for a jog, and it didn’t take long for fans to recognize the boxing star. In a video he shared on X.com on Sunday, excited onlookers greeted him with cheers and fist-bumps as the boxer jogged down the street. In his post, Joshua Read More

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9 h. ago Nigeria expresses interest in hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games

Nigerian Olympic Committee announced it has met the March 28, 2025, deadline for expression of interest to bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Nigeria can only commence a formal bid with the backing of the country’s government. Nigeria lost a bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games to Glasgow. A statement released by NOC spokesman Read More

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10 h. ago CCYM Asks Federal Gov’t To Reign In TikToker Seaking For Insulting Christian Clerics

The President of the Concerned Christian Youth Movement (CCYM), Dr. Paul Adama, has called on the relevant authorities to urgently curtail a TikToker, known as Seaking, from insulting respected Christian leaders, warning that if left unchecked, it could escalate into a religious crisis. In a statement released on Monday, Dr. Adama emphasised the importance of […]

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11 h. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Drops Diss Track, Blasts Tinubu, Seyi Over Nigeria’s Struggles

Nigerian singer Eedris Abdulkareem has released a new diss track, highlighting the ongoing difficulties faced by the citizens of Nigeria. The singer called out President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi, in the track, making strong statements about the country’s leadership. In the track titled ‘Tell Your Papa,’ which surfaced on Instagram on Sunday, the […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Drops Diss Track, Blasts Tinubu, Seyi Over Nigeria’s Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Nigeria Expresses Interest In Bidding For 2030 Commonwealth Games

Nigeria has officially expressed its interest to bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Abuja poised to be the host city. The announcement followed the Nigeria Olympic Committee’s (NOC) confirmation that they have successfully met the March 28 deadline for submission of interest. The spokesperson for the NOC, Tony Nezianya, in a statement released on […]

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13 h. ago 178,000 mothers, one million newborns die in Africa every year

The World Health Organisation of the African region said each year, an estimated 178,000 mothers and one million newborns die in the African region—many from preventable causes. The health body made this known on Monday in a release to commemorate World Health Day, celebrated on April 7 annually. This year’s campaign focuses on improving maternal Read More

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15 h. ago World Health Day 2025 : First Lady seeks reduction in maternal, newborn deaths

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a heartfelt message on the occasion of World Health Day 2025, emphasising the critical importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi. Read More

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17 h. ago JUST IN: Vehicle plunges into canal after accident on Otedola bridge

An accident around the Otedola Bridge area in Lagos sent a vehicle plunging into the canal on Monday morning, with other cars affected by the incident. A video sent by a Daily Sun reporter captures the aftermath of the accident, with pedestrians and passersby checking for casualties. The development has led to a slow but […] The post JUST IN: Vehicle plunges into canal after accident on Otedola bridge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago World Health Day: Aid cuts threaten progress on ending maternal deaths, UN warns

The United Nations has warned that recent cuts in global health aid could reverse decades of progress in reducing maternal deaths, even as a new report shows fewer women are dying during pregnancy and childbirth than in the early 2000s. In a report released to mark World Health Day on Sunday, the UN revealed that Read More

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27 h. ago Source segregation crucial to achieving zero waste – Stakeholders

Stakeholders have canvassed source segregation, the practice of separating waste materials at the point of generation, as a crucial step towards achieving zero waste in Lagos State. The president of the National Union of Scrap and Waste Workers of Nigeria, Friday Oku, disclosed this during a project launch for the demonstration of zero waste and Read More

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28 h. ago Cognac producer Fillioux targets Nigeria, Asian markets as Trump tariffs upset industry

Amid escalating trade wars that threaten France’s historic cognac industry, fifth-generation producer Christophe Fillioux is forging new paths for his read more Cognac producer Fillioux targets Nigeria, Asian markets as Trump tariffs upset industry

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