2 m. ago IAWPA Appoints Prof. Obajafa As Head Of Research, Dev’t For Africa

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has appointed Prof. Felix Obajafa, who is the proprietor and Chancellor of Erudite University Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, as the Head of Research and Development (Africa). This appointment, according to the International Spokesman of IAWPA, Amb Emmanuel Nkweke, positions Prof. Obajafa to lead research efforts that align […]

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3 m. ago Wike Condemns ‘Sponsored Walkout’ On First Lady, Says ‘It’s Disturbing, Embarrassing’

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned Friday’s walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, by a group of women loyal to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. The Minister, who apologised to the First Lady and […]

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10 m. ago Ghana’s Minister visits Kebbi on rice production, says Ghanaian govt inherits huge bill on importation

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Minister of Food and Agriculture of Ghana, Mr. Eric Opoku, has disclosed that the current Ghanian Federal Government inherited a huge import bill on the importation of rice, which prompted the delegation to visit Kebbi State on collaboration on rice production. Opoku noted that his country, just like […] The post Ghana’s Minister visits Kebbi on rice production, says Ghanaian govt inherits huge bill on importation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 m. ago Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The senator representing Sokoto North senatorial district Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko has declared that the performance of Governor Ahmed Aliyu in the past two years has surpassed expectations, silencing critics who once doubted his capability to lead Sokoto State. Speaking during the inauguration of the newly renovated and remodelled Hassan Dan Mu’azu […] The post Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 m. ago SGF urges religious leaders to foster unity, peaceful existence

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has called on religious leaders to actively collaborate with the Federal Government to promote national unity and peaceful coexistence, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Receiving a delegation led by Chairman of the Northern Pentecostal and Charismatic Bishops […] The post SGF urges religious leaders to foster unity, peaceful existence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 m. ago “Wizkid’s Global Success Began After We Connected Him To Bigger Market” – Akon

Senegalese-American singer Akon has taken credit for playing a pivotal role in the rise of Wizkid and the global success of Afrobeats. In a recent interview, posted on X Friday, Akon shared that he discovered Wizkid in 2008 when the artist was still relatively unknown in Nigeria. He signed Wizkid to his record label, helping […] The post “Wizkid’s Global Success Began After We Connected Him To Bigger Market” – Akon appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 m. ago Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerian youths to rise to the challenge of electoral reform by pushing for changes to the country’s electoral laws. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigerian Youths for Atiku (NYFA) on Friday. Atiku called on the younger generation to demand the implementation of electronic collation of election results […] The post Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 m. ago Suspected Fulani Herdsmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Four Residents

At least four persons have been killed by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen in Apkete community, Apa Local Government Area, of Benue State. It was gathered that the criminal elements also injured several villagers, while many have been declared missing. Addressing newsmen on Friday, Apa Local Government Council Chairman, Adams Ochega, said that the attack […] The post Suspected Fulani Herdsmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Four Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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50 m. ago Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested two suspected thieves for allegedly stealing a 35 inches plasma TV, one remote control, and two aluminum pots. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed that the arrested individuals were apprehended on the 30th of April, 2025, in the Brighter area of […] The post Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 m. ago People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists

Julius Abure-led National Executive Committee, has declared that Labour Party, will not be part of any opposition groups, coming together to form coalition against President Bola Tinubu in 2027 general election. Speaking in a communique after the party’s NEC meeting in Abuja on Friday, Abure said that LP would rather focus on rebuilding and reconciling […] The post People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 m. ago Three Shops Razed, Properties Destroyed In Oyo Fire Outbreak

At least three shops containing goods worth millions of naira have been destroyed in a fire incident which occurred in Sango area, Ibadan, Oyo State. It was gathered that the incident happened behind a petrol station in the early hours of Friday. General Manager of Oyo State Fire Service, Mr. Yemi Akinyinka, confirmed the outbreak […] The post Three Shops Razed, Properties Destroyed In Oyo Fire Outbreak appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 m. ago Insecurity: Any Attempt By Terror Group To Destabilize Nigeria Will Be Resisted – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has issued warning to individuals or groups seeking to destabilise Nigeria, saying that the country will not bow to fear, terror, or treachery. Tinubu led this out on Friday, during a morale-boosting visit to frontline troops in Katsina State. The Former governor of Lagos State emphasised that those who threaten Nigeria whether […] The post Insecurity: Any Attempt By Terror Group To Destabilize Nigeria Will Be Resisted – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 m. ago Igbo Will Reward Tinubu With Massive 2027 Votes – Deputy House Speaker, Benjamin Kalu

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has expressed confidence that the South East will rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Kalu, who spoke during a grand civic reception in his honor at Ntalakwu in Abia State on Friday, emphasised that Tinubu’s recent policies and actions […] The post Igbo Will Reward Tinubu With Massive 2027 Votes – Deputy House Speaker, Benjamin Kalu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 m. ago I Questioned God’s Call After Leaving My Corporate Job For Ministry – Jerry Eze

The founder of Streams of Joy International, Jerry Eze, has shared that after leaving his corporate job, he began to question whether he had genuinely heard from God. During a recent appearance at the WithChude Live event, the 42-year-old internet personality admitted that only a month after stepping away from his corporate role, he began […] The post I Questioned God’s Call After Leaving My Corporate Job For Ministry – Jerry Eze appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 m. ago EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank

Nigerian social media personality, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been reportedly detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His legal representative, Deji Adeyanju, disclosed the development in a Facebook post, accusing Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) of aiding in the influencer’s arrest. According to Adeyanju, VDM was apprehended after publicly […] The post EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Champions League: PSG suffer injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash

By Seyi Babalola Paris Saint-Germain has suffered a big setback ahead of Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg match against Arsenal. This comes after the French Ligue 1 winners stated on Friday that their star attacker, Ousmane Dembele, suffered a hamstring injury during Tuesday’s Champions League victory against Arsenal. “Ousmane Dembele has strained his […] The post Champions League: PSG suffer injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago VP Shettima To Represent Nigeria At Inauguration Of Gabon’s President

At the instance of President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Saturday, May 3, 2025, depart Abuja for Libreville, Gabon to represent Nigeria at the inauguration of the country’s President-elect, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. According to a statement by the spokesman of the vice president, Stanley Nkwocha , Oligui Nguema, who had served […]

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2 h. ago Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has warned it may shut down operations in Nigeria following a tribunal... read more Meta threatens exit from Nigeria after $290m data privacy fines

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2 h. ago Obey court decision over Bajju traditions – Deceased woman’s son to NSA, Kaduna govt, security agencies

Emmanuel Yamai Bakam, a native of Fadia Tudun Wada community in Kajju Chiefdom of Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has raised alarm over what he describes as a coordinated plot by certain individuals, allegedly aided by the security agencies, to violate the age-old customs and traditions of the Bajju people. Bakam made […] The post Obey court decision over Bajju traditions – Deceased woman’s son to NSA, Kaduna govt, security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Talent, timing, and tenacity: Bizzle Osikoya on redefining artist development in the viral era

Bizzle Osikoya, a key figure in Nigeria’s music industry, has spent years shaping careers from behind the scenes. His journey read more Talent, timing, and tenacity: Bizzle Osikoya on redefining artist development in the viral era

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