46 m. ago PDP: We’ve seen it before, defectors came back – Bode George

Bode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has dismissed concerns about the recent defection of members to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State ahead of the 2027 election. In an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today,’ George said the party has witnessed such defections, and members always […] The post PDP: We’ve seen it before, defectors came back – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 m. ago Defections: Wabara accuses Tinubu of turning Nigeria into one

APC’ll soon pay dearly for it From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Senator Adolphus Wabara, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT), has accused President Bola Tinubu of attempting to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. He warned that this move would backfire, predicting that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will soon […] The post Defections: Wabara accuses Tinubu of turning Nigeria into one-party state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Ike Odoeme Foundation commemorated 2025 World Malaria day in Imo State with the distribution of ten thousand insecticide-treated nets and medications at no cost to vulnerable communities in Imo State at the weekend. The Foundation, in collaboration with the Imo State Ministry of Health with other partners of the latter, […] The post Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Africa’s ascent: Seizing sovereignty and opportunity in the new global order – (Part 1)

Introduction The 21st century is witnessing a seismic shift in global power dynamics. Traditional alliances are fraying, multilateral institutions are read more Africa’s ascent: Seizing sovereignty and opportunity in the new global order – (Part 1)

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3 h. ago Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has denied holding any meeting with his Imo State counterpart, Hope Uzodinma over his planned defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial was coming against the backdrop of reports making the rounds in the social media, insinuating that Otti held a meeting with […] The post Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago VP Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Strategy

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to positioning human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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4 h. ago Activist Deji Adeyanju Blames VIP Policing, Corruption For Rising Insecurity

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has blamed the worsening insecurity in Nigeria on the mismanagement of Police resources and systemic corruption within the Force. Speaking during a press conference alongside other activists in Abuja on Friday, Adeyanju criticised the deployment of Police officers to protect the nation’s elite, leaving ordinary citizens vulnerable to […]

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5 h. ago Tens of thousands gather in St Peter’s Square for funeral of Pope Francis

Tens of thousands of mourners have gathered at St Peter’s Square on Saturday for the funeral of Pope Francis. Some read more Tens of thousands gather in St Peter’s Square for funeral of Pope Francis

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6 h. ago $220m fine: WhatsApp challenges FCCPC, requests stay of order

WhatsApp has announced that it has taken steps to stay and appeal the ruling by Nigeria’s Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal upholding a $220 million fine imposed by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. In a statement issued on Saturday, the company expressed displeasure with the decision of the tribunal. On Friday, the tribunal, […] The post $220m fine: WhatsApp challenges FCCPC, requests stay of order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria becomes hotspot for expanding Asian cybercrime syndicates

A new United Nations report has raised fresh concerns about the global spread of organized cybercrime, warning that Asian-led scam read more Nigeria becomes hotspot for expanding Asian cybercrime syndicates

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6 h. ago Trump, Macron, other world leaders attend Pope Francis’ funeral

By John Ogunsemore US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron are among world leaders present at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City for the funeral Mass of Pope Francis on Saturday. The 266th Catholic pontiff, who died on Easter Monday, April 21 at the age of 88, will be buried today at the […] The post Trump, Macron, other world leaders attend Pope Francis’ funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago World bids Pope final farewell as body leaves for St. Mary Major

World leaders and thousands of Catholic faithful on Saturday paid a final farewell to Pope Francis, as body leaves St. read more World bids Pope final farewell as body leaves for St. Mary Major

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6 h. ago Atiku blasts Tinubu, defends political alliances amid PDP defections

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed criticisms over his recent political engagements and defended the right of politicians to read more Atiku blasts Tinubu, defends political alliances amid PDP defections

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6 h. ago FG now focusing on revenue mobilisation rather than concessional funding

Wale Edun, the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, says Nigeria is moving away from concessional funding read more FG now focusing on revenue mobilisation rather than concessional funding- Wale Edun

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7 h. ago Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has praised Ayiri Emami, a prominent Itsekiri leader, businessman, and philanthropist, for his outstanding peace building contributions as he marks his 50th birthday on April 26. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Emami’s unwavering commitment to nation-building, highlighting his […] The post Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago JUST IN: Trailer falls off bridge, crushes two buses in Lagos

By John Ogunsemore A truck has fallen off the Pen Cinema fly-over bridge and crushed two mini-buses popularly known as ‘korope’ in Agege area of Lagos. The accident occured inward Old Abeokuta Road on Saturday morning. Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident at 8:37 am. The agency said, “A truck fell off […] The post JUST IN: Trailer falls off bridge, crushes two buses in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Kano uncovers 247 ghost workers, recovers N28m in March vouchers

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State government has uncovered a total of over N28 mllion fraudulent salary payments in its March 2025 workers payroll. Musa Tanko Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Secretary to the State Government, said this figure involved fraudulent salary payments to individuals who are deceased or who have long retired from the […] The post Kano uncovers 247 ghost workers, recovers N28m in March vouchers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Vigilante Killed As Edo Police Rescue Six From Kidnappers’ Dens

Six kidnapped victims were rescued by the Edo State Police Command on Friday during a coordinated operation that, unfortunately, claimed the life of a vigilante. Moses Yamu, the command spokesman, confirmed this in a statement issued on Friday. Yamu stated that the victims were rescued from various locations and on separate days. READ MORE: Navy […] The post Vigilante Killed As Edo Police Rescue Six From Kidnappers’ Dens appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Man United Legend Patrice Evra Set For MMA Debut, Picks Luis Suarez As Opponent

Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra is set to swap the football pitch for the octagon, making his mixed martial arts debut next month. The 43 year old Frenchman will compete at Professional Fighters League Europe’s Paris event on May 23 at the Accor Arena in Bercy. Evra, known as a defender on the football […] The post Man United Legend Patrice Evra Set For MMA Debut, Picks Luis Suarez As Opponent appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Court orders interim forfeiture of 73 properties linked to Chinese syndicate

The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos State, has ordered the interim forfeiture of 73 properties and thousands of read more Court orders interim forfeiture of 73 properties linked to Chinese syndicate

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