3 h. ago New FTAN President, Badaki, unveils Tourism Transformation Movement

By Okorie Uguru The newly elected president of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), Dr. Aliyu Badaki has pledged to reposition the federation and revive Nigeria’s tourism sector through a new initiative he tagged Tourism Transformation Movement (TTM). Badaki made the pledge in his acceptance speech after his election as the 8th National […] The post New FTAN President, Badaki, unveils Tourism Transformation Movement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Institutional Neglect, Poor Governance Stalling Nigeria’s Development – Obi Of Onitsha

The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe, has lamented that Nigeria continues to suffer from institutional neglect and policy somersaults. He also expressed concern over poor implementation of government efforts, saying the nation is yet to address key structural and administrative challenges. He made the remarks on Friday, while speaking at the Nigerian Academy of Letters […] The post Institutional Neglect, Poor Governance Stalling Nigeria’s Development – Obi Of Onitsha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration

From Idu Jude, Abuja   The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1523/2025, which dismissed a case filed by Mr. Julius Abure against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement issued on Friday, Senator Usman described […] The post Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, on Friday rewarded Blessing Ejiofor who was part of Nigeria’s victorious women’s national team at the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. Ejiofor who hails from Okposi community, Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state, was also given a duplex by the Governor and State Honour of Ebonyi Hall […] The post Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Otti lauds Tinubu, NASS, others over $125m Islamic Bank loan for Abia

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Governor Alex Otti has lauded President Bola Tinubu and members of the National Assembly for making it possible for Abia to receive a loan of $125m from Islamic Bank (IsDB), for the execution of strategic projects in the state. Others on the Governor’s thank you list include the Minister of Finance […] The post Otti lauds Tinubu, NASS, others over $125m Islamic Bank loan for Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago FG Disburses Cash To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau

The Federal Government Has Disbursed Financial Assistance To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau State Under The Renewed Hope Cash Transfer Programme, Officials Confirmed On Friday. Coordinator Of The National Social Investment Programme (NSIP) In Plateau State, Mrs. Mary Fom, Disclosed This Development During A One-Day Stakeholders’ Engagement Meeting Held In Jos. She Explained That The […] The post FG Disburses Cash To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has appointed a Chinese national, Li Zhensheng, as the Economic Adviser to the state government. The appointment was formally announced on Thursday during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Bauchi State Government and the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, held in Bauchi. According to Governor […] The post Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago PICTORIAL: NCoS Promotes 30 Senior Officers To Assistant Controller

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has elevated thirty senior officers to the rank of Assistant Controller-General of Corrections (ACG) in a ceremony held at the Service’s National Headquarters in Abuja. Controller-General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, who decorated the officers, hailed their “dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment” to the Service. He stressed that the […]

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9 h. ago Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari has pledged his ministry’s support to the ongoing drug control efforts by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), especially in the areas of creating alternatives for illicit drug producers and provision of agricultural opportunities for drug users undergoing rehabilitation to […] The post Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago NILDS DG decries huge spending on fresh foreign training for 23 lawmakers

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has expressed disapproval over plans to send 23 Senators and Members of the House of Representatives abroad for another training programme in two weeks. Speaking at a workshop for ECOWAS Parliament staff in Abuja on Thursday, […] The post NILDS DG decries huge spending on fresh foreign training for 23 lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago REA, UNDP sign pact to drive Nigeria’s clean energy transition mandate

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a landmark partnership to accelerate Nigeria’s read more REA, UNDP sign pact to drive Nigeria’s clean energy transition mandate

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11 h. ago LeapSchool Develops Nigerian Youth Capacity For Future Of Work

Over 1,000 secondary and tertiary education students are currently receiving technological training from LeapSchool to equip them with the modern skills to thrive in today’s competitive global marketplace. LeapSchool, a subsidiary of CareerLeap Africa, is providing bold, future-focused solution — equipping Nigerian youth with world-class tech and business skills that open doors to job opportunities, […]

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12 h. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National As Economic Adviser

The governor noted that the partnership aligns with the diplomatic framework between President Xi Jinping of China and President Tinubu. The post Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National As Economic Adviser appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), has declared that the headline inflation in July, 2025, has dropped again, to 21.88 per cent from June’s 22.22 per cent This is as the food inflation rate also declined to 22.74 per cent on a year-on-year basis. This was 16.79 per cent points lower compared […] The post UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu 

  As security chiefs, stakeholders rally for solutions  From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that vandalism and cyber attacks on telecommunications infrastructure now constitute an existential threat to Nigeria’s security, economy, and digital future. Ribadu gave the warning at the Second Edition of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of […] The post Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned a Canadian court ruling labeling it a terrorist organization, calling it politically intrusive and inaccurate. The party emphasised that it remains a legitimate political entity in Nigeria, committed to democratic processes and peaceful governance. Speaking on Friday,, APC National Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, said, “It is inappropriate […] The post “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Nepali Hostage’s Family Visits Israel For First Time, Ache For His Return

Soon after Palestinian militants kidnapped Joshi from a farm in southern Israel during Hamas's October 7, 2023, attack, all traces of the agriculture student vanished. The post Nepali Hostage’s Family Visits Israel For First Time, Ache For His Return appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a critical roundtable focused on implementing the Zaria Declaration on Strengthening Local Governance and Empowering Traditional Institutions, key stakeholders have issued an urgent call for the National Assembly to take immediate legislative action on constituency projects. They emphasised the pressing need to establish a robust legal framework to regulate constituency […] The post Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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14 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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