Residents of Kasuwan-Garba town in Mariga Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State on Saturday evening lynched and set a woman ablaze over an alleged blasphemous remark against Prophet Muhammad. The woman, identified as Amaye, a food vendor, was said to have made the alleged blasphemous remarks at her restaurant after a customer jokingly expressed […]
The Vice President of the Republic of Colombia, Her Excellency Francia Márquez, arrived in Abuja on a three-day official visit on Saturday. She was accompanied by her spouse, Mr. Rafael Yerney Pinillo Ocoró. On arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, she was received by several Nigerian officials. Among those who welcomed her were the […] The post Colombian Vice President Arrives Nigeria On Official Visit appeared first on Information Nigeria .
Biomedical Science Research and Training Centre, BioRTC, at Yobe State University, Damaturu, has collected 1,100 biopsies and blood samples for its ongoing Dementia Research Project. This is contained in a statement by the university’s Information Officer, Abdulmunini Gulani, in Damaturu on Sunday. According to WHO, dementia is a generic term for several diseases that impair […] The post Yobe varsity begins dementia research, collects 1,100 blood, biopsy samples appeared first on Daily Nigerian .
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has raised concerns over the impact of 24,000 Nigerians reported missing by their families. The organization warned that the crisis is disrupting communities and impeding social and economic progress. The disclosure was made by the Head of Sub-Delegation, ICRC Maiduguri Field Office, Diana Japaridza, on Saturday while commemorating […] The post 24,000 Nigerians Missing Since 2014; 284,000 Missing Globally By End Of 2024 – ICRC appeared first on Information Nigeria .
The Nigeria Association of National Professional Footballers (NANPF) has commended President Bola Tinubu for signing a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil, a move anticipated to significantly enhance air travel between the two countries and unlock extensive opportunities for Nigerian sports professionals. CSP Chijioke Kalu Erem, director of players’ safety and security at NANPF, […]
The International committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has said that Borno State alone accounts for 67 percent of Nigeria’s 23,659 missing persons. The disclosure was made in Yola, Adamawa State, on Saturday during an event to mark the International Day of the Disappeared. According to Benson Lee, ICRC’s protection of family link officer, most […] Borno accounts for 67% of 23,659 missing Nigerians – ICRC
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced that Lagos state has not been granted hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the National Youth Games, (NYG). This disclosure on Friday evening by the Director General of the NSC, Chief Bukola Olopade, comes against the backdrop of speculations that surrounding the next host According to him, […]
The Akwa Ibom State government has expressed dismay at the proliferation of illegal mining sites in parts of the state, noting that such unwholesome practices by extractive firms, especially Chinese expatriates working with local collaborators, constituted economic sabotage. LEADERSHIP Sunday recalls that the worrisome trends led to the inauguration of the State Committee on Illegal […]
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored again as Galatasaray beat Rizespor 3-1, then declared his full commitment to the reigning Turkish Super Lig champions.
In the crowded markets of Lagos and the quiet villages of Sokoto, President Bola Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda was supposed to herald a Nigeria of shared opportunity. Instead, it has birthed a stark reality: a nation cleaved into two, where hope is a premium product, and the green passport—a once-proud emblem of citizenship—has become a […] The post Nigeria’s elitist turn: The passport as a symbol of division, by Emman Usman Shehu appeared first on Daily Nigerian .
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested a 75-year-old man, Uchelue Ikechukwu, for drug trafficking in Anambra State. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed in a statement on Sunday that Ikechukwu was caught with 26.7 kilograms of skunk during a raid at Umudioka, Dunukofia Local Government Area, on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Babafemi said […] NDLEA arrests 75-year-old grandpa for drug trafficking
Prince Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the last election, came out to criticize President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to Brazil. He described the trip as a waste of scarce resources. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Saturday, Adebayo claimed that Tinubu traveled in search of […] The post Tinubu Went To Brazil Searching For Policies Already In SDP Manifesto – Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria .
The grand finale of the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 pageant in Lagos on Saturday saw Onyinyechi Basil, representing Anambra State, emerge victorious. Basil clinched the crown after facing off against Miss Lagos, Damilola Bolarinde, in the final moments of the show, with the organizers officially declaring her the winner. She stood out in a highly […] The post Anambra Emerges Winner At Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 appeared first on Information Nigeria .
The Kano State Police Command has apprehended two suspects and recovered 23 stolen mobile phones, three POS machines, and several other items in their possession. Confirming the arrest in a statement on Saturday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna, said the suspects, identified as 25-year-old Umar Aliyu and 27-year-old Sabiu Kabiru, both from […] The post Kano Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover 23 Stolen Phones, POS Machines appeared first on Information Nigeria .
The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of Mr. Ayodeji Akesinro, a staff member of the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, who was abducted by gunmen on Thursday at his residence in Upenme community, Owo Local Government Area. Following his abduction, the Ondo State chapter of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, […] The post Police Rescue Abducted Ondo Health Worker appeared first on Information Nigeria .
Plateau United technical adviser, Oluwasola Adegun, has reacted to the appointment of Albert Hilary as the captain of the club. Adegun believes that Hilary embodies all the characteristics of leading the players. Albert took over the leadership role from Daniel Itodo, who left the club for Rangers after 12 years. “They see how Hilary brings […] NPFL: Adegun thumbs up new Plateau United captain Hilary
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