81 m. ago Workers In Bayelsa Demand Stronger Protection, Civic Freedom

Workers in Bayelsa State, under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), have called for better protection of their rights and welfare, especially in the face of growing insecurity and shrinking civic freedoms. The demand was made during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration held at Peace Park, Yenagoa. This year’s event […]

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4 h. ago Natasha Akpoti counters Agbakoba’s demand for retraction of allegations against Akpabio

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, has responded to recent public comments and legal correspondence from Olisa Agbakoba read more Natasha Akpoti counters Agbakoba’s demand for retraction of allegations against Akpabio

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13 h. ago Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has issued a three-week ultimatum for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to submit a comprehensive inventory of government-owned assets in their custody by May 23. The directive, approved by the State Executive Council, aims to enable the Department of Asset Management and Recovery to […] The post Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline

From Isaac Job, Uyo Sea pirates who kidnapped Akwa Ibom radio comedian Odey Mathias, popularly known as General Odey, and 19 other passengers along the Cross River-Akwa Ibom waterways have given the victims’ families until Friday, May 2, to pay an N80 million ransom or face execution. The abduction occurred on Good Friday, April 18, […] The post Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Governor Umo Eno Hints At Possible PDP Exit Amid Rising Tensions

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has sparked speculation about his political future after making remarks that suggest he might leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking at a constituency outreach in Ukanafun on wednesday, the governor likened the PDP to a faulty aircraft, hinting at the possibility of switching to another party if […] The post Governor Umo Eno Hints At Possible PDP Exit Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Appeal Court upholds Professor Ogban’s conviction for 2019 electoral fraud

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Court of Appeal in Calabar, on Wednesday, April 30, upheld the conviction of Professor Peter Ogban for electoral fraud committed during the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial election. Ogban, a professor of soil physics at the University of Calabar, was convicted in 2021 by the Akwa Ibom State High Court […] The post Appeal Court upholds Professor Ogban’s conviction for 2019 electoral fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago  Umo Eno hints at possible defection, compares PDP to a faulty aircraft

Umo Eno, governor of Akwa Ibom State, has sparked speculation about a potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) read more  Umo Eno hints at possible defection, compares PDP to a faulty aircraft

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43 h. ago Palm Plantation: Ekid People’s Union Shelves Protest, Lauds Eno Over Return

The Ekid people of Akwa Ibom State have lauded the state governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for resolving the issues that led to the closure of the largest palm plantation at Esit Urua. In response to the governor’s gesture, the Ekit Peoples Union has asked its members to discontinue the mass protests it had planned to […]

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44 h. ago BREAKING: Appeal Court Upholds UNICAL Prof Ogban’s Conviction For Electoral Fraud In Akwa Ibom North

The Court of Appeal sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, has upheld the conviction and three-year prison sentence of Professor Peter Ogban, a University of Calabar (UNICAL) academic, for electoral fraud in the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District election, in favour of a former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs and current Senate President, Godswill […]

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45 h. ago FGN bond demand declines as inflation raises rate hike concerns

The Debt Management Office (DMO) faced less enthusiasm from investors at its April FGN bond auction, with total bids less read more FGN bond demand declines as inflation raises rate hike concerns

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46 h. ago Gov Eno At 61: Foundation Doles Out Scholarship To 10 Medical Students

In a grand gesture marking Governor Umo Eno’s 61st birthday, the Apostle Elijah Jack Foundation (AEJF) has launched an educational support initiative, awarding scholarships to no fewer than 10  outstanding medical students from Onna local government area of Akwa Ibom State. The event, which featured a series of tributes in reference to the governor’s contributions […]

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54 h. ago Benue, Plateau Killings: CSOs Demand Justice, Compensation For Victims

Twenty-one civil society organisations, under the Community of Practice Against Mass Atrocities, have condemned the recent coordinated attacks on agrarian communities in Benue and Plateau States, resulting in at least 183 deaths in the third week of April 2025. The organisations, citing Section 14(2)(b) of the Nigerian Constitution, criticised the government for failing to fulfil […]

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56 h. ago Cement titans record N1.53trn revenue boost amid FX stability, surging demand

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s cement industry has kicked off 2025 on a high note, recording a combined revenue surge of N1.53 trillion in the first quarter (Q1) of the year. This was fueled by strengthening naira, strong local demand and effective cost-saving strategies. The performance marks a sharp rebound from the currency-induced headwinds that dragged […] The post Cement titans record N1.53trn revenue boost amid FX stability, surging demand appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim

By Phillip Nwosu Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and senior advocate, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, has issued a second formal demand to the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, urging her to retract sexual harassment allegations she made against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. At a press briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, […] The post Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Ikeja Hotels’ earnings soars to N6.1bn as lodging demand rises

Ikeja Hotels Plc has recorded a 57 percent increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, driven by higher read more Ikeja Hotels’ earnings soars to N6.1bn as lodging demand rises

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69 h. ago Foundations Sign MoU To Support 50 Girls At Miva Open Varsity

The Umaru Shinkafi Legacy Foundation and the Abubakar Atiku Bagudu Foundation have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to sponsor 50 girls from educationally disadvantaged states; Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto through scholarships at Miva Open University, Nigeria’s first fully online tertiary institution. The official signing ceremony took place at the Medicaid Radio diagnostic Centre, […]

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2 d. ago Anxiety In Akwa Ibom Oil Community Over Resurgence Of Communal Attack

Residents of the coastal oil bearing communities in Ibeno local government area of Akwa Ibom State have raised the alarm, over alleged plot by enemies from the neighbouring Eket and Esit Eket LGAs to resume another round of hostilities against them. Calling on the state and federal governments to safeguard lives and properties especially vital […]

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2 d. ago Akpabio, Eno, IGP, Others Bag Police Excellence Service Awards

Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his wife, Ekaette; Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno; the inspector general of police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun; and other eminent Nigerians have been bestowed with excellent service awards by the Akwa Ibom State Police Command. The commissioner of Police (CP), Baba Azare, who doled out the awards, explained that […]

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3 d. ago Controversy trails appointment of APC Chairmen to Agric Boards

•Stakeholders demand professionals, warn against politicisation By Okwe Obi, Abuja The recent appointment of about 15 All Progressives Congress (APC) state chairmen as board chairmen of key agencies under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has sparked widespread criticism, just as it raised concerns over the Tinubu administration’s commitment to tackling food insecurity. Critics […] The post Controversy trails appointment of APC Chairmen to Agric Boards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

…Puts new threshold requests on hold …As MDAs get April 30 deadline to end 2024: procurement process Amidst growing abuse read more Tinubu may sanction some ministers over procurement violations

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