54 m. ago VIDEO: Ailing man claiming to be Asake’s father begs for financial help in viral video

A Nigerian man, Fatai Odunsi, who is claiming to be the father of popular singer, Asake, has appealed to the public for financial assistance, citing severe health challenges. In a now-viral video, which started trending on Friday, the elderly man revealed that he has been battling stroke since 2022. He claimed that since his illness, Read More

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99 m. ago WHO Donates Infection Preventive Materials, Others To Borno Gov’t

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated infection preventive materials, nutritional items and other commodities to the Borno State Government to strengthen healthcare delivery in the state. Speaking in Maiduguri on Friday while handing over the items, WHO Country Representative, Dr Walter Kazadi Mulombo, said the donation aims to enhance access to quality healthcare services […]

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2 h. ago G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

G. Elias, a Nigerian business law firm, organised community outreach activities in Lagos and Abuja to commemorate International Women’s Day read more G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

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3 h. ago Sokoto doctors, journalists partner to raise awareness on glaucoma

Tribune Online Sokoto doctors, journalists partner to raise awareness on glaucoma To mark World Glaucoma Day, doctors from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH) have joined forces with journalists in Sokoto to educate the public about glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness. The medical team visited the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Sokoto State Council office, where they conducted free eye screenings, distributed medications and […] Sokoto doctors, journalists partner to raise awareness on glaucoma Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Asake’s Alleged Father Seeks Financial Aid For Stroke Treatment, Says He Hasn’t Seen Son Since 2022

Fatai Odunsi, the alleged father of Nigerian singer Asake, has cried out for financial assistance after suffering a stroke. Odunsi, who is battling a partial stroke, pleaded for financial assistance in a viral video on social media on Thursday. He claimed Asake had abandoned him, stating that their last meeting was when his illness started […] The post Asake’s Alleged Father Seeks Financial Aid For Stroke Treatment, Says He Hasn’t Seen Son Since 2022 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Bamboo Theatre forum empowers Nigerian youth through performing art

The Bamboo Theatre, a performing art company recently held a three-day Forum Theatre Show at Alliance Francaise, Port Harcourt. read more Bamboo Theatre forum empowers Nigerian youth through performing art

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5 h. ago Youth group commends military operation against militia in Benue

Tribune Online Youth group commends military operation against militia in Benue The Sankera Patriotic Youth Vanguard (SPYV) has risen in defence of Operation Whirl Stroke, saying its kinetic actions within the Sankera general area of Benue have continued to record appreciable gains, as seen in the massive arrest and killing of violent extremists terrorising the people. While commending the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), […] Youth group commends military operation against militia in Benue Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Cardano Investors Who Bought in 2020 Are Yet to See Any Real Growth, This ADA Killer Could 18x Their Returns in Just 7 Months

Cardano (ADA) once captivated investors with its rapid rise, pushing its market cap beyond $30 billion and daily DEX volume to $8.9 million. By late 2024, momentum slowed, leaving ADA trading below $10 million daily. Technical indicators paint a murky picture: a 50-day moving average of $0.83 acts as resistance, while the 200-day average of Read More

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7 h. ago emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development

By Henry Uche In line with International Women’s Day 2025 and its theme #AccelerateAction, emPLE, a leading force in Nigeria’s financial services sector, launched the “Empower HER” campaign, an initiative aimed at providing financial security for businesswomen who play a vital role in sustaining local markets. As part of the campaign, emPLE is offering free […] The post emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Stakeholders in the Innovation science and technology sector have called on federal government and policy makers to apply system thinking and system dynamics in public policy making in Nigeria. They made this request in a three day workshop, in Abuja themed “Application of System Thinking and System Dynamics for Transforming Public […] The post FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago World sleep day: Prioritise quality sleep to prevent stroke, seizures – Mouka

As the world marks World Sleep Day, Mouka has sensitised Nigerians to the pivotal role of sleep, noting that good sleep promotes wellness and resilience. In a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Friday, Mouka said it is joining the World Sleep Society, thousands of sleep health professionals and advocates worldwide in raising awareness of Read More

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9 h. ago Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reminded the Martins Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly of the need to prioritise the interests of the state and the people over political conflicts. Fubara, who spoke in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Amaewhule, proposed Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as a new date to present […] The post Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro-Wike lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Expert calls for more women inclusion in agribusiness leadership

As part of activities to mark this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), Funmi Omoyele, coordinator of the Lagos Agrinnovation Club, read more Expert calls for more women inclusion in agribusiness leadership

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12 h. ago Fubara writes Rivers Assembly, plans budget presentation Wednesday

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has again written to the State House of Assembly, informing the lawmakers of his intention to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the House for consideration and approval. The governor, in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, said he intends to prevent the budget Read More

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13 h. ago Customs intercept undeclared $1.1m, SR135,900 at Kano airport

The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted $1.154m and 135,900 Saudi Riyals as undeclared foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. It announced this on Thursday in a statement issued by the Customs National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada. Maiwada said the seizure was made recently during a routine baggage check on an inbound Read More

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16 h. ago Customs seizes undeclared foreign currencies worth N1,847bn at Kano airport

By Steve Agbota The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has seized $1,154,900 and SR135,900 (Saudi Riyals), in undeclared foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano, Kano State. Using today’s exchange rate of N1,553/$1 the seizure of $1,154,900 is equivalent of N1,793,000,000, while the Saudi Riyals of 135,900 is worth N54,493,710, using the […] The post Customs seizes undeclared foreign currencies worth N1,847bn at Kano airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to enforce a strict “no truck” policy in the state, particularly around the Otedola Bridge area. This decision follows a devastating gas truck explosion that occurred under the bridge on Tuesday night. The government aims to prevent similar incidents and ensure public safety. The policy will restrict truck […] The post Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU

Tribune Online Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU-SARAH project annually As the world mark the 2025 International Women’s day with special focus on the adolescent girl empowerment, the Adamawa State Government with support  from EU, UNICEF is set to empower  about 75,000 adolescent girls annually in the state. The EU-SARAH  project is aimed preparing the future mothers on how they can take control of their […] Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU-SARAH project annually Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Govt officials may soon be required to fly Nigerian airlines — Keyamo

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has stated that the Federal Government is set to introduce the Fly Nigeria Act to the National Assembly, a policy aimed at boosting the country’s aviation industry by mandating government officials to prioritise local airlines for official trips. Keyamo disclosed this during the 2025 Ministerial Press Read More

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26 h. ago Customs intercepts over $1.1m, SR135,900 undeclared foreign currency at Kano Int’l Airport

From Steve Agbota, Lagos The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a total of $1,154,900 and SR135,900 (Saudi Riyals) in undeclared foreign currency at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). The seizure was made recently during a routine baggage check on an inbound passenger, Hauwa Ibrahim Abdullahi, who arrived on Saudi Airlines Flight No. SV401 […] The post Customs intercepts over $1.1m, SR135,900 undeclared foreign currency at Kano Int’l Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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