2 h. ago Igbo youths commend Sen. Kalu’s selfless service to constituents

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu   The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL), has commended Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his exceptional dedication to the people of Abia North Senatorial Zone.   In a statement signed by its President General, Goodluck Ibem, COSEYL expressed astonishment and admiration for Senator Kalu’s selfless commitment to his constituents. […] The post Igbo youths commend Sen. Kalu’s selfless service to constituents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi Federal University Teaching hospital – Umahi

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki   Minister of Works, David Umahi has denied directing protest against David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital in Ebonyi State.   There have been protests against the management of the hospital since last week by the host community with the Minister accused of directing the protest.   He urged community members […] The post I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi Federal University Teaching hospital – Umahi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community

From Isaac Job, Uyo   Akwa Ibom state governor has lauded Amitec company for providing water project and donation of 50,000 exercise books to assist students in Ikot Ekaide ,Ikot Okoro and adjoining communities where 23km road project was constructed and commissioned in Akwa Ibom state last weekend.   Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Eno […] The post Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ‘Abia Deserves More Than Average Performance’, Ikoh Promises Jobs, Empowerment

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Henry Ikoh, has assured the people of Abia State that his leadership will ensure reduction in the level of poverty currently facing the people. Ikoh, who is a former Minister of State for Science and Technology, also assured that his government, if […]

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3 h. ago DStv Revenue Plummets As MultiChoice Loses Nearly 4m Subscribers

MultiChoice, Africa’s leading entertainment provider and operator DStv, has warned shareholders to brace for tougher times as the company struggles in a challenging economic climate. The pay-TV giant has suffered a sharp decline in its subscriber base, dropping from over 23 million to 19.3 million in less than two years. According to NewsPoint Nigeria, sources […]

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4 h. ago “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama

Hellen Ati, the woman claiming to have a child for Cubana Chief Priest, has been advised to take legal steps instead of seeking public sympathy. Legal practitioner Stan Alieke shared this counsel in response to her ongoing demand for a DNA test. His advice follows Hellen’s public appeal to Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, urging […] The post “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Global stocks update: Stocks sink as tariff jitters fuel rush to bonds

Stocks dropped around the world, bonds climbed and gold hit another record high, with traders bracing for President Donald Trump’s read more Global stocks update: Stocks sink as tariff jitters fuel rush to bonds

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7 h. ago Marine Le Pen convicted of fraud, banned from office for five years

The leader of France’s far-right National Rally party, Marine Le Pen, has been banned from running for political office for five years after a French court found her guilty of embezzling European Union funds, CNN reported on Monday. The court also sentenced her to four years in prison, two of which were suspended, and imposed Read More

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7 h. ago Electricity consumption up, production growth down in Q4 – CBN report

The Nigerian electricity sector slowed in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index declining by 1.64% year-on-year. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria says this marks a reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Average estimated electricity generation, according to a Channels TV report Read More

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11 h. ago French far right leader Le Pen found guilty of corruption, banned from public office

A French court found far-right leader Marine Le Pen guilty Monday of misappropriating EU funds and she will be banned read more French far right leader Le Pen found guilty of corruption, banned from public office

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15 h. ago Coalition: Why SDP as alternative platform is shaky —Sources

Tribune Online Coalition: Why SDP as alternative platform is shaky —Sources A pending case in the Appeal Court over the national leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) may have accounted for the seeming lack of commitment of the promoters of the Coalition of Political leaders to using the party as an alternative platform. At least, two tendencies are said to be at a daggers drawn […] Coalition: Why SDP as alternative platform is shaky —Sources Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Otti advocates humane treatment of inmates across correctional facilities

…moves to rehabilitate Abia centres Alex Otti, Governor of Abia State, has advocated humane treatment of inmates at various Correctional read more Otti advocates humane treatment of inmates across correctional facilities

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19 h. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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23 h. ago Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles

Tribune Online Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Easytech Integrated Services Limited, a Nigerian firm, is partnering with Guangzhou Dayun Motorcycle Company Limited, a leading Chinese manufacturer of motorcycles and tricycles, to mass-produce low-cost, high-quality tricycles aimed at easing the transportation of agricultural produce in rural areas. According to a statement made available to journalists in Lokoja by Oyigu Elijah, the partnership aims […] Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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31 h. ago APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment

From Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to prevail on the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) to suspend a planned tariff adjustment. In a statement issued yesterday by the President of APFFLON, Otunba Frank Ogunojemite, he said: “We hereby […] The post APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Peter Obi tours Onitsha fire sites, urges support for traders

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Former Governor of Anambra State Peter Obi has paid a sympathy visit to two major fire disaster sites in Onitsha—the burnt electronics market at Iweka Road and the destroyed warehouse at Ifejirika Street, within the Main Market. Describing the experience as heartbreaking, Mr Obi lamented the magnitude of loss suffered by […] The post Peter Obi tours Onitsha fire sites, urges support for traders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project

From Lukman Olabiyi The landowners in Nsulu, Isialangwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, host to the proposed Abia Airport, have accused the state government of violating a court order which restrained it from taking further action on the project pending the hearing and determination of the suit filed by Nsulu landowners. The landowners […] The post Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Seplat Energy fuels passion at 6th Orodje of Okpe Golf tournament

Seplat Energy, an indigenous energy company, reaffirmed its commitment to sports development as the headline sponsor of the 6th edition read more Seplat Energy fuels passion at 6th Orodje of Okpe Golf tournament

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36 h. ago Peter Obi visits Onitsha market fire sites, seeks support for victims

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has visited the scenes of two devastating fire incidents at the Electronics Market Plaza on Iweka Road and a warehouse at Ifejirika Street, Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State. The warehouse fire, which started around 5:45 am on Friday, raged for hours before being contained by the Anambra Read More

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