71 m. ago FG Launches Capacity Building Workshop For Kano Social Workers

The federal government has launched a two-day capacity-building workshop in Kano State to equip social workers with the tools needed to address various social and humanitarian challenges. The workshop, organised by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Disabled Persons, Kano State, […]

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94 m. ago Otukpo Killings: Mark Condemns Renewed Attacks, Urges Vigilance

Former Senate President David Mark has strongly condemned the recent attacks on communities in Benue State, particularly in Otukpo and Ado local government areas, where suspected armed herdsmen reportedly killed no fewer than 15 people on Tuesday night. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by his special adviser on Media, Paul Mumeh, […]

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95 m. ago BPAN donates N500k, announces scholarship for late Olanrewaju child

The Boxing Promoters Association of Nigeria has donated N500,000 to the family of late former West African and national light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, while also announcing educational scholarship for the deceased boxer’s first child, Olanrewaju Irenitemi, to the secondary school level. BPAN executives led by the President, Hon. Omonlei Imadu, paid a condolence visit Read More

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6 h. ago Rwanda’s envoy urges African youths to lead campaign against hate speech 

The Rwanda High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Christophe Bazivamo, has urged African youths to take the lead in the campaign against hate speech and other stereotypes capable of breeding disunity and causing disaffection in the continent. Bazivamo made this call on Wednesday while speaking at the 31st commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi Read More

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6 h. ago Police performance will be judged by crime rate – AIG Olaiya

Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 7, Victor Olaiya, has issued a stern reminder to officers of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command that their effectiveness will be measured by the level of crime in the nation’s capital. Speaking during an inspection visit to the FCT Command in Abuja on Wednesday, AIG Read More

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8 h. ago Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths

From Daniel Kanu Dr Philips Nto, Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to become billionaires, tapping into the N14 trillion lost annually to post-harvest mismanagement. Speaking during a visit by the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Abia State Chapter, […] The post Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Alia’s ban on Benue visits, IDP camps draws fire, blocks Obi’s aid

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Controversies have continued to trail the statement from the Benue State government in which the Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, banned unscheduled visits to the state as well as the IDP camps. Since the statement hit the media, the Governor has been tongue-lashed by many residents and concerned citizens who accused […] The post Alia’s ban on Benue visits, IDP camps draws fire, blocks Obi’s aid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Osun secures $100 Million investment as Governor Adeleke meets UK investors

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has secured a $100 million investment deal during a five-day working visit to the United read more Osun secures $100 Million investment as Governor Adeleke meets UK investors

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10 h. ago Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France, urging him to abandon the ongoing retreat and return to Nigeria to confront the escalating security crisis gripping the nation. Tinubu departed Nigeria on April 2 for a two-week “working visit” to France, the Presidency had announced that the purpose […] The post Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “If You Talk Bad About Me, I’ll Write Petition Against You” – Portable Warns Defamers Amid Feud With Osupa

Nigerian singer, Portable, has issued a strong warning to his critics, threatening legal action against anyone defaming him online. In a video shared on his Instagram story on Wednesday, the controversial musician declared that he would not hesitate to arrest those tarnishing his reputation on social media. “To those people defaming me, spoiling my name, […] The post “If You Talk Bad About Me, I’ll Write Petition Against You” – Portable Warns Defamers Amid Feud With Osupa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago ‘Deal with social media as terrorist organisation,’ Sultan tells security agencies

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar III, has declared social media a “terrorist organisation” during a speech on Wednesday, urging security agencies to address its dangers. In the remarks, captured in a video posted by News Central, the prominent Nigerian traditional leader criticised the platform for spreading false narratives that can destabilise society. “What Read More

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14 h. ago Woman legally defined by biological sex at birth, UK supreme court rules

Britain’s Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the legal definition of a “woman” is based on a person’s sex at birth. In a win for Scottish gender-critical campaigners who brought the case to the UK’s highest court, five London judges unanimously ruled that “the terms ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010 refer to a Read More

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18 h. ago Police Summon MOPOL Officers Seen Collecting Cash From Chinese In Viral Video To Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has summoned DSP Aliyu Adejembi and his men seen in a viral video collecting money from Chinese nationals to the Force headquarters in Abuja for questioning. The video, which surfaced on social media on Tuesday, shows some Chinese nationals handing out about N5,000 notes to each Nigerian policeman in a […]

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25 h. ago Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family

From Taiwo Oluwadare,  Ibadan Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has announced that the late elder statesman and former governor, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, will be accorded a state burial. During a condolence visit to Olunloyo’s residence in Molete, Ibadan, yesterday, he stated that government had appointed three officials to collaborate with the Olunloyo family in […] The post Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Endangered but edible: How poverty fuels marine wildlife exploitation in Nigeria

In this report, DAYO OYEWO writes about how economic hardship and a lack of awareness have fuelled the relentless exploitation of marine wildlife On January 15, a disturbing video surfaced on social media showing a leatherback sea turtle being dragged from the trunk of a car by two men, assisted by a third. The massive Read More

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29 h. ago ‘So embarrassing,’ Nigerians slam police over viral video of officers collecting cash from Chinese

A viral video showing some Chinese handing out naira notes to Nigerian policemen in a lined-up formation has sparked outrage on social media, with many Nigerians expressing disappointment and calling for reforms within the Nigeria Police Force. The footage, which circulated widely on Tuesday, captured the moment the officers, fully armed and in uniform, received Read More

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30 h. ago Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has warned against the importation of mercenaries to destabilise Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a visit from Comrade Godiya Adams Bogoro, President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria (NYAN), and 10 other Northern youth leaders, Okpebholo urged Nigerians to unite against […] The post Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago FG Declares April 18, 21, As Public Holidays For Easter Celebrations

The Federal Government has officially declared Friday, April 18th, and Monday, April 21st, 2025, as public holidays in observance of Good Friday and Easter Monday. This announcement, made by Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, is part of the government’s recognition of the Christian holiday that commemorates the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. […] The post FG Declares April 18, 21, As Public Holidays For Easter Celebrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Makinde Announces Plans For State Funeral To Honor Olunloyo’s Legacy

On Tuesday, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, confirmed that Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor who passed away on April 6, will be honored with a state funeral that reflects his immense contributions to the state and the country. Makinde, during his condolence visit to the Olunloyo family in Ibadan, revealed that detailed plans were […] The post Makinde Announces Plans For State Funeral To Honor Olunloyo’s Legacy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago BREAKING: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays for Easter celebration

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday. He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to Read More

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