62 m. ago Ramadan: Kano Hisbah Arrests 20 For Eating In Public, Vows To Punish Residents Caught Dressing Indecently

Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested 20 Muslims for eating and drinking in public during the ongoing Ramadan fast. The board also apprehended five persons selling food during the fasting hours, which are from dawn to dusk. Speaking over the arrest on Monday in a statement by Deputy Commander of Hisbah, Mujahid Aminudeen, said that […] The post Ramadan: Kano Hisbah Arrests 20 For Eating In Public, Vows To Punish Residents Caught Dressing Indecently appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 m. ago 2026 WCQ: Rwanda coach Amrouche talks tough ahead of Super Eagles clash

By Seyi Babalola Adel Amrouche, Rwanda’s head coach, is aiming to do something unique with the Amavubi. The Algerian was appointed Amavubi head coach on Sunday. The East Africans will host Nigeria in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday five encounter at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday, March 21. Rwanda currently occupy […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rwanda coach Amrouche talks tough ahead of Super Eagles clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 m. ago EFCC arraigns woman for N15.2 million fraud as court convicts two for cybercrime in Borno

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Maiduguri Zonal Directorate, on Monday, arraigned one Fatima Muhammad. read more EFCC arraigns woman for N15.2 million fraud as court convicts two for cybercrime in Borno

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74 m. ago PICTORIAL: Tinubu’s Son Seyi Hosts Iftar, Launches Feeding Programme In Kano

President Bola Tinubu’s son Seyi, on Monday evening, joined Muslim faithful to break Ramadan fast in Kano State. As part of his Renewed Hope Youth Engagement (RHYE) initiative, Seyi Tinubu also launched a feeding programme aimed at supporting the less-privileged and people with disabilities (PWDs). The event took place at Al-Furqan Mosque in Kano metropolis […]

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2 h. ago Hensard Varsity Gets NUC Approval For Medicine, Engineering, Others

Hensard University, the first private tertiary institution in Bayelsa State, is set to expand its academic offerings significantly following the approval of 16 new undergraduate programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The approved programmes include Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), Nursing Science (B.NSc.), Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.), Mechatronics Engineering (B.Eng.), Civil Engineering (B.Eng.), Electrical and Electronics […]

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2 h. ago CNG Conversion: Lagos Govt Trains VIOs, Safety Commission Officers

Following the federal government’s directive to switch from premium motor spirit (PMS) to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the Lagos State government, through the safety commission, has organised a three-day training for Vehicle Inspection/Safety Commission Officers. Speaking at the opening of the training programme in Lagos, the Director General of the Safety Commission, Mr Lanre Mojola, […]

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2 h. ago Protest As Minister Clears Air Over Alleged Commissioning Of Non

The minister of Regional Development Commission, Engr. Abubakar Momoh has given clarification over a road he recently commissioned in Edo State. The minister’s clarification followed a protest by members of Ugu Youths Development for Change (UYDC), who alleged that the minister commissioned a non-existing road. The coordinator of the youths, Comrade Monday Osemwenkhae, in a […]

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2 h. ago Gov Mbah Inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, Harps On Inclusive Devt

Governor of Enugu State Peter Mbah has inaugurated the recently reconstituted Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, tasking the appointees with creating a productive and efficient local government system to ensure the success of the administration’s drive for inclusive development and prosperity. The Commission has Barr. Nana Ogbodo as chairman, Hon. Peter Nnaji as member […]

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2 h. ago Trump pauses Military aid to Ukraine after clash with Zelenskiy

President Donald Trump ordered a pause to all military aid to Ukraine, turning up the heat on Volodymyr Zelenskiy days. read more Trump pauses Military aid to Ukraine after clash with Zelenskiy

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2 h. ago Gov Mbah inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, harps on inclusive development

Governor Peter Mbah has inaugurated the recently reconstituted Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, tasking the appointees on a productive and efficient local government system to ensure the success of the administration’s drive for inclusive development and prosperity. The Commission has Barr. Nana Ogbodo as Chairman, Hon. Peter Nnaji as Member I, Mrs. Florence Igboji […] The post Gov Mbah inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, harps on inclusive development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Oval Office blowup: Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine

Tribune Online Oval Office blowup: Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine The decision follows a series of meetings between Trump and top national security officials and is intended to pressure Zelensky into committing to peace talks.  Oval Office blowup: Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt

Tribune Online Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt Following reports claiming the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at 89, the Oyo State Government has dismissed it as rumour.  Reacting to the media reports, the Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, assured the public that the referred monarch is alive and in good health. He said, “Yes, […] Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt Tribune Online

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4 h. ago We already have template to aid our success —Seye Oyeleye, DG DAWN Commission

Tribune Online We already have template to aid our success —Seye Oyeleye, DG DAWN Commission Mr. Seye Oyeleye is the Director General of the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission, a think-tank for the development of South West states. In this interview with TAIWO ADISA, he speaks on the drive by the commission to engineer growth in the region in the last 10 years and what he regarded the […] We already have template to aid our success —Seye Oyeleye, DG DAWN Commission Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Lai Mohammed Urges Youths To Embrace Hard Work, Discipline For Success

Former minister of Information and Culture Lai Mohammed has urged young Nigerians to embrace hard work, discipline, integrity, and resilience, emphasising that these qualities are key to overcoming challenges and achieving success. Speaking during yesterday’s book launch in Lagos of Build It, Scale It by Oyewole Shobande, Mohammed praised the author’s journey from adversity to […]

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8 h. ago Alaafin Owoade returns from Canada soon for coronation rites – Spokesperson

The Alaafin of Oyo-designate, Akeem Owoade, will soon return to Nigeria from Canada to commence traditional coronation rites, a spokesperson for the Alaafin’s palace, Bode Durojaiye, said on Monday. Durojaiye made this known in a statement on Monday, as preparations for Owoade’s official ascension to the throne gather momentum. The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, Read More

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14 h. ago Service delivery: Aiyedatiwa presents utility vehicles to Ondo LG Chairmen

Tribune Online Service delivery: Aiyedatiwa presents utility vehicles to Ondo LG Chairmen " Personally, I believe in local government autonomy and I’ll wholeheartedly support it. These vehicles are not for luxury but to aid you in reaching every corner of your local government to serve the people better,” the Governor said. Service delivery: Aiyedatiwa presents utility vehicles to Ondo LG Chairmen Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Supreme Court Verdict: “I’m Not Scared Of Leaving Office, No One Can Intimidate Me” – Gov Fubara

Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, has insisted that he will not be intimidated over the ongoing political crisis facing the state. The Governor, while speaking on Monday at the commissioning of reconstructed Rivers State Government House Staff Quarters, noted that no force will make him leave office. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Fubara’s statement is coming, […] The post Supreme Court Verdict: “I’m Not Scared Of Leaving Office, No One Can Intimidate Me” – Gov Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago EFCC Slaps Jude Okoye With Four New Theft Charges, Set For Arraignment On Tuesday

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will arraign music executive Jude Okoye on Tuesday before the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja. He is accused of fraud and money laundering involving N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. Okoye, the elder brother and former manager of Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square […] The post EFCC Slaps Jude Okoye With Four New Theft Charges, Set For Arraignment On Tuesday appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago UK, Nigeria strengthen trade relations to boost economic growth

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade relations and driving economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria’s National Quality Policy under the Standards Partnership Programme– Phase II. This was issued in a statement from the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos on Monday. Launched in June 2024, the SPP – Read More

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18 h. ago 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC

Tribune Online 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC Members of the House of Representatives' Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC) on Monday, unanimously approved the sum of N250 billion proposed for the South East Development Commission for 2025 fiscal year. 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC Tribune Online

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