3 h. ago Nigeria’s vaccine financing more vulnerable than ever – VNDC

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has been urged to direct the Ministry of Budget and National Planning to establish a predictable, efficient and sustainable immunisation financing framework for the country. It was stated that vaccine funds are part of the service-wide vote, thus making disbursement uncertain, and that immunisation is not just a […] The post Nigeria’s vaccine financing more vulnerable than ever – VNDC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Federal Gov’t Begins Technical Upgrade Of Public Media Organisations

The federal government has commenced investment in cutting-edge technologies and the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment for public media organisations to enhance effective service delivery. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammad Idris, in a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja, stated this in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, during discussions with leading […]

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10 h. ago UCL: Arteta says Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on ‘biggest night’ of career

Mikel Arteta has no doubt that Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on the “biggest night” of his career in the Champions League quarter-finals. The Gunners have never been crowned European champions and face the 15-time winners in a quarter-final at the Emirates on Tuesday with the return leg in Madrid next week. The two sides Read More

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12 h. ago “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges

The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked fresh controversy, with a Lagos traditional ruler accusing Nigerian Correctional Service officials of aiding his alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment in prison. Chief Babalola Shabi, the Baale of Kirikiri Town and popularly known as “Baale No-Nonsense,” claimed that Bobrisky […] The post “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework

Nigeria’s vaccine financing more vulnerable than ever From Fred Ezeh, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been called upon to instruct the Ministry of Budget and National Planning to create a predictable, efficient, and sustainable immunisation financing framework for Nigeria. Advocates argue that the current inclusion of vaccine funds in the Service-Wide Vote leads to […] The post Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has donated N50 million to support the families of vigilantes killed and those injured during an attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits on Sunday, April 6. The governor made the announcement on Monday during a condolence visit to Yola District in Augie Local Government Area, […] The post Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has commended the police for withdrawing the invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday. Police authorities had summoned Sanusi to Abuja over the violent incident that marred Sallah […] The post Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Bobrisky smuggled N35m into Kirikiri, gave bribe to live large — Kirikiri Baale

By Seyi Babalola The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked new controversy, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief […] The post Bobrisky smuggled N35m into Kirikiri, gave bribe to live large — Kirikiri Baale appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago NASARA has contributed positively to state development – Kebbi First Lady

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Hajia Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, First Lady of Kebbi State and founder of the NASARA Women Development Foundation, has said her foundation has significantly improved the well-being of people across all sectors in Kebbi State within its three years of existence. She made this statement during the foundation’s 3rd anniversary […] The post NASARA has contributed positively to state development – Kebbi First Lady appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago How Bobrisky smuggled ATM cards into Kirikiri, paid N35m to live large — Kirikiri Baale

Fresh controversy has trailed the recent incarceration of popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief Babalola Shabi, popularly Read More

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21 h. ago How Bobrisky smuggled ATMs into Kirikiri, paid N35m to live large — Kirikiri Baale

Fresh controversy has trailed the recent incarceration of popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, as a traditional ruler in Lagos has accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service of aiding the socialite’s alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment during his stay in prison. The Baale of Kirikiri Town, Chief Babalola Shabi, popularly Read More

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27 h. ago Sallah violence: Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation to Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II,  in connection with the violent incident that marred Sallah celebrations in Kano State on March 30, 2025. Sanusi was initially summoned to Abuja to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of Read More

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31 h. ago Police withdraw invitation to Sanusi over Kano sallah incident

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II in connection with the violent incident that marred Sallah celebrations in Kano State on March 30, 2025. Sanusi was initially summoned to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and Read More

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32 h. ago Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation after advice from “respected stakeholders”

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn its earlier invitation to the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, over the violent read more Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation after advice from “respected stakeholders”

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35 h. ago Why Zuru Emirate will vote for Nasir Idris again – Emir of Zuru

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Emir of Zuru, Major General (retd) Mohammed Sani Sami Gomo II, has declared that the people of Zuru Emirate will fully support Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State if he seeks re-election in 2027. The Emir made this pledge during a visit by the Commissioner of Information and Culture, […] The post Why Zuru Emirate will vote for Nasir Idris again – Emir of Zuru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Police summon 16th Emir of Kano in respect of sallah violence

Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has been invited by Nigeria Police, over alleged defiance of security directive read more Police summon 16th Emir of Kano in respect of sallah violence

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54 h. ago Atiku’s Son Denies Political Motive Behind Visit To NSA Ribadu’s Brother

Aliyu Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Turakin Adamawa, has responded to criticism over his recent visit to the Emir of Fufore, Muhammad Sani Ribadu, dismissing claims that it was a political endorsement of the newly created Emirates in Adamawa State. The visit drew backlash from some loyalists of the […]

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59 h. ago BREAKING: Police Summon Emir Sanusi II To Abuja Over Sallah Procession Violence In Kano

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially invited the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, for questioning in connection with the violence that broke out during the recent Eid-el-Fitr procession in Kano, which resulted in the death of a local vigilante member. LEADERSHIP reports that the invitation followed a deadly incident that occurred on […]

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2 d. ago Tinubu appoints Nasir Abdulsalam as Ajaokuta Steel Company MD

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nasir Abdulsalam as the Managing Director of Ajaokuta Steel Company. The Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, stated this in a statement on Friday. Imohisen stated that Abdulsalam’s appointment takes effect from April Read More

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3 d. ago Kogi SDP Knocks INEC, Passes Vote Of No Confidence Over Senator Natasha’s Recall Process

Kogi State Social Democratic Party has expressed concern and lack of confidence in Independent National Electoral Commission over the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from Senate. In a statement by Kogi SDP’s Spokesman, Isaiah, Davies Ijele on Friday, disclosed that INEC’s inconsistency in its pronouncements regarding the petition to recall Senator Natasha has undermined […] The post Kogi SDP Knocks INEC, Passes Vote Of No Confidence Over Senator Natasha’s Recall Process appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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