2 h. ago Police arrest, teargas protesters in Abuja, Rivers, Lagos, others

• We dispersed miscreants not protesters  –  Police       From Christopher Oji, Oluseye Ojo, Molly Kilete, Abuja, Tony John, Port Harcourt and Lukman Olabiyi Protesters on  the platform of ‘Take It Back Movement’ and other civil society organisations made good their threat yesterday as they stormed some major cities, including the nation’s capital, […] The post Police arrest, teargas protesters in Abuja, Rivers, Lagos, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Focus On Quality, Not Quantity Of Universities” – Afe Babalola To FG

Afe Babalola, the founder of Afe Babalola University, has expressed concerns about the increasing number of universities being approved across Nigeria without thorough checks. He believes this growing trend could have severe consequences for the quality of education in the country, as institutions may be created without adequate facilities or proper academic structures in place. […] The post “Focus On Quality, Not Quantity Of Universities” – Afe Babalola To FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Youth minister supports protests, says he’d join If time permitted

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has expressed support for the ongoing protest by the Take It Back Movement, stating that he would have joined the demonstration himself if time permitted. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday after the 2025 Annual Management Conference of the National Youth Service Corps, the minister emphasised the Read More

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4 h. ago Afe Babalola warns FG against approving too many new varsities

The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Afe Babalola, has warned the Federal Government to stop giving out too many licenses for new universities. Babalola said the government is approving universities without thinking about quality or proper facilities, which could cause big problems for the country in the future. He gave this warning on Read More

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6 h. ago Tanko Reaffirms Obi’s Loyalty To LP, Rejects Claims Of SDP Defection

Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, has strongly refuted claims that Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, is set to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In an interview  with news men, Tanko briefed  emphasized that Obi remains a dedicated member of the Labour Party (LP) and has not […] The post Tanko Reaffirms Obi’s Loyalty To LP, Rejects Claims Of SDP Defection appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Peter Obi still in Labour Party, says Obidient Movement leader

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has affirmed that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, remains a member of the Labour Party, despite speculations about his defection. Tanko dismissed claims that Obi has joined the Social Democratic Party, stating that such rumours are unfounded. Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief programme Read More

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8 h. ago FG focusing on quantity not quality licensing more varsities without monitoring plans – Afe Babalola

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti The founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), has called on the federal government to stop licensing more universities without adequate plans for monitoring their standards. He also charged the National Universities Commission (NUC) to overhaul the university licensing process to ensure the highest standard. According to […] The post FG focusing on quantity not quality licensing more varsities without monitoring plans – Afe Babalola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago CCYM Asks Federal Gov’t To Reign In TikToker Seaking For Insulting Christian Clerics

The President of the Concerned Christian Youth Movement (CCYM), Dr. Paul Adama, has called on the relevant authorities to urgently curtail a TikToker, known as Seaking, from insulting respected Christian leaders, warning that if left unchecked, it could escalate into a religious crisis. In a statement released on Monday, Dr. Adama emphasised the importance of […]

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9 h. ago Alleged Defection: Peter Obi Not Moving To SDP, Remains LP Member – Tanko Yunusa

Interim National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has insisted that 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, will not leave the party. Speaking on Monday, via Channels Television, Mr. Tanko debunked viral reports by Social Democratic Party’s chieftain, Adewole Adebayo, who has recently claimed that Obi and ex- vice president, […] The post Alleged Defection: Peter Obi Not Moving To SDP, Remains LP Member – Tanko Yunusa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Lagos Protesters Reject Police’s Call To Halt Protest, Demand Urgent Reform

Protesters in Lagos defied the Inspector General of Police’s order on Monday, taking to the streets to voice opposition to the Cybercrime Act and the potential imposition of emergency rule in Rivers State. Organized by the Take It Back Movement (TIBM), the demonstration began at the iconic Ikeja Under-Bridge, where participants rallied before marching toward […] The post Lagos Protesters Reject Police’s Call To Halt Protest, Demand Urgent Reform appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Cybercrime Act: Police Teargas Peaceful Protesters In Abuja Amid Economic, Rights Outcry

Peaceful protests in Abuja turned chaotic on Monday as operatives of the Nigeria Police Force fired tear gas at demonstrators rallying against worsening economic conditions and alleged abuses of civil rights under the Cybercrime Act. The demonstration, organized by the Take-It-Back Movement and supported by several civil society groups, took place in the Maitama area. […] The post Cybercrime Act: Police Teargas Peaceful Protesters In Abuja Amid Economic, Rights Outcry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago PHOTOS: Protest begins in Abuja over cybercrime act, hardship, others

A nationwide protest led by the Take-It-Back Movement and other civil society organisations has commenced in Abuja. The demonstration, which kicked off on Monday, April 7, 2025, is aimed at drawing attention to the alleged misuse of the Cybercrime Act, the worsening economic hardship in the country, and what organisers have described as a “state Read More

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19 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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19 h. ago ‘No to chaos,’ Northern youths disown planned nationwide protest

The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria has distanced itself from the planned nationwide protest tagged Take-It-Back, warning that such demonstrations could inflame tensions and destabilise the country. President of the group, Isah Abubakar, in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna, said while the council acknowledges the frustrations of many young Nigerians, it believes that Read More

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21 h. ago Pepecoin, Dogecoin And Shiba Inu Face Further Downslides As Meme Season Ends Whilst Remittix Could 100x By August

The meme coin movement faces a slowdown due to multiple market cycles which were sustained by enthusiasm for hype and online virality. The meme coins Pepecoin (PEPE) Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB lose support from culture-based momentum and speculative price action because their market demand decreases,  and price charts stagnate along with rising doubts Read More

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25 h. ago Amnesty International condemns detention of teen over viral social media post

Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned the Borno State Government and the Nigeria Police Force for the arrest and continued detention of 19-year-old Haruna Mohammed, popularly known as Abale Borno, over a viral social media post. According to a post via its X page on Saturday, the teenager has been in custody since April 2, 2025, Read More

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25 h. ago Zion movement founder distances self from blogger’s detention saga

The founder of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, Ebuka Obi, has denied claims of being behind the continued detention of controversial blogger, Chizorom Ofoegbu, popularly known as “Ijele Speaks.” The Zion founder had sued Ofoegbu before a Federal High Court in Lagos over allegations of threats to life. However, he claimed that Ofoegbu was initially granted Read More

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27 h. ago “Cancel Your Mischievous Planned Nationwide Protest” – Police Warn Organisers

Nigeria Police Force has called on organisers of a nationwide protest scheduled for April 7, 2025, to shelve the plan, saying that it is ill-timed and mischievous. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the movent being championed by the social group identified as Take It Back Movement, is expected to hold in various states, including Federal Capital Territory. […] The post “Cancel Your Mischievous Planned Nationwide Protest” – Police Warn Organisers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago ‘It’s mischievous,’ police warn organisers to shelve April 7 protest

The Nigeria Police Force has advised organisers of a planned protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025, to call it off, describing it as “ill-timed and mischievous.” The protest, being championed by the “Take It Back Movement,” is expected to hold in various states, including the Federal Capital Territory. However, it coincides with the maiden Read More

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32 h. ago Shelve planned April 7 nationwide protest – Police to organizers

Organizers of the Take it Back Movement (TIB) have been advised by the Nigeria Police Force to shelve the planned nationwide protest on Monday, April 7, 2025. The warning was issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement issued on Sunday. The development comes after the National Coordinator of TIB, Juwon […] The post Shelve planned April 7 nationwide protest – Police to organizers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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