21 m. ago Judge dismisses corruption case against New York city mayor 

A federal judge on Wednesday officially dismissed the criminal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a decision that came weeks after the Donald Trump administration ordered prosecutors to drop the case, BBC reported The dismissal, which is permanent and “with prejudice,” ensures the Department of Justice cannot refile charges based on the same Read More

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21 m. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown 

Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited, threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. The ultimatum, conveyed in a letter dated March Read More

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2 h. ago Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), now known as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is the state-owned oil corporation read more Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

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6 h. ago VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit

Tribune Online VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit A distressing video captured the expectant mother inside a car, visibly weak, as her husband desperately tried to keep her conscious. VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after alleged denial of treatment over N500,000 deposit Tribune Online

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7 h. ago VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after allegedly being denied treatment over ₦500,000 deposit

A pregnant woman in labour has tragically passed away after allegedly being denied treatment at a hospital due to her inability to pay a ₦500,000 deposit. The heartbreaking ordeal was first shared on Instagram in February by her husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, and recently gained widespread attention on X, formerly known as Twitter. In the video, Read More

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9 h. ago Our acquisition will enable us to increase access to quality healthcare for Nigerians – Euracare’s MD

Iwosan Investments Limited, a pioneering healthcare investment holding company, recently announced the acquisition of Euracare Multi-specialist Hospital in Victoria Island, read more Our acquisition will enable us to increase access to quality healthcare for Nigerians – Euracare’s MD

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10 h. ago Turkey Fines Meta For Resisting Content Restrictions On Facebook, Instagram

Meta has announced that the Turkish government has slammed it with hefty fine for resisting demands to limit content on Facebook and Instagram. “We pushed back on requests from the Turkish government to restrict content that is clearly in the public interest and have been fined by them as a consequence,” the company said in […]

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10 h. ago “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner

Kogi State government has said that only security agencies can decide whether Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan should be arrested for defying the state government’s ban on rallies. Recall that Governor Usman Ododo’s led administration over the weekend, announced a restriction on public gatherings and rallies in Kogi, citing security concerns in the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN

Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the highest Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) position as of the end of 2024. In a statement by CBN on Tuesday, the report marked an increase from $3.99 billion at year-end 2023, $8.19 billion in 2022, and $14.59 billion in 2021. The growth in reserves reflects a combination of […] The post Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago VIDEO: 2Baba, Osawaru make bold appearance at Edo election tribunal amid romance buzz

Popular Nigerian Singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face or 2Baba, made a striking appearance on Wednesday at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja. He arrived with his new partner, Natasha Osawaru, the lawmaker representing Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly and the Deputy Majority Leader. Osawaru was elected Read More

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11 h. ago Barcelona lacks funds to register Olmo, Victor, says La Liga

La Liga said on Wednesday that Barcelona did not have the financial capacity to register players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor and still lack it, ahead of a decision by Spain’s sports council (CSD) over the duo’s eligibility to play. In January, Barcelona announced a deal had been reached to sell VIP boxes at the Read More

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13 h. ago Senator Natasha: Arewa Youths Task INEC, Police On Constituents’ Signatures 

Amid the recall process initiated against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Arewa Youths Progressives Assembly, has told the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the police that Nigerians are keenly watching their actions. This came amid a viral video of some politicians in Kogi State allegedly mass-signing signatures purported to be those of the senator’s constituents. […]

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14 h. ago Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos

Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has pledged to sponsor the education of a girl seen in a viral video helping her mother with a cleaning job in Lagos. This followed a viral video of a woman sweeping a street in Ikoyi with her 11-year-old daughter. Human rights activist JustAdetoun criticised the woman for engaging her […] The post Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As New NNPC Boss

President Bola Tinubu has announced a major restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, effective April 2, 2025. The decision included the removal of the current group chief executive officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, and the NNPCL Board chairman, Pius Akinyelure. Consequently, the President appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group CEO of […]

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15 h. ago From Marinho to Ojulari: History of NNPCL’s leadership from inception

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday removed Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as his replacement, effective April 2, 2025. The President also dissolved the company’s board, including its chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and reconstituted an 11-member board. The announcement was made in Read More

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23 h. ago Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the largest military call-up in recent history, enlisting 160,000 new troops as tensions continue to rise on multiple fronts. This latest conscription drive, announced on April 1, 2025, significantly expands Russia’s military presence amid ongoing conflicts and geopolitical struggles. According to official statements from Russian authorities on Tuesday, it […] The post Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vows To Endure Hardship

Nigerian writer and life coach Solomon Buchi has announced his decision to relocate permanently to Nigeria with his wife and son, declaring his commitment to the country’s progress. Taking to X on Tuesday, Buchi shared that he had gone as far as tearing his son’s British passport and ordering a Nigerian passport instead, emphasising his […] The post “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vows To Endure Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Wife Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vow To Endure Hardship

Nigerian writer and life coach Solomon Buchi has announced his decision to relocate permanently to Nigeria with his wife and son, declaring his commitment to the country’s progress. Taking to X on Tuesday, Buchi shared that he had gone as far as tearing his son’s British passport and ordering a Nigerian passport instead, emphasising his […] The post “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Wife Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vow To Endure Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Bobrisky Mocks 2Face’s Alleged New Wife, Natasha Osawaru, Says She Looks Different In Every Picture

Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has voiced his displeasure over singer 2Face’s decision to pursue a relationship with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru after parting ways with his estranged wife, Annie Idibia. In February, a viral video captured the moment 2Face proposed to Natasha, just weeks after revealing his split from Annie. On […] The post Bobrisky Mocks 2Face’s Alleged New Wife, Natasha Osawaru, Says She Looks Different In Every Picture appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Kogi Gov’t Kicks As Natasha Holds Homecoming Rally Despite Ban

The Kogi State government has reacted to the homecoming Sallah celebration by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, despite a last-minute ban imposed on public gatherings in the State. The State governor, Usman Ododo, had on Monday announced a ban on rallies citing security reports less than 24 hours to the embattled Senator’s […]

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