9 h. ago Redesigning governance models: A principal analyst’s role in building stronger institutions

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10 h. ago Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed an immediate review of the 2026 Hajj fares to make the pilgrimage more affordable for intending pilgrims. The directive was conveyed by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a meeting with the management and board members of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on […] The post Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago PDAC Foundation Unveils New Advisory Board To Drive Growth And Impact

The Foundation for the Personal Development of African Children (PDAC Foundation) is pleased to announce the induction of its new Advisory Board members, a group of distinguished professionals poised to leverage their expertise to accelerate the Foundation’s mission and growth. Ogo Ogbueli, Founding Chair/Executive Director, and Ijeoma Odeta, Vice Foundation Chair/ Legal Advisor of the […]

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19 h. ago Atiku hosts group seeking to wrest INEC chairman’s appointment from president

By John Ogunsemore  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has thrown his weight behind the clamour to remove the power to appoint Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from the president. Atiku made this known on Monday when he played host to a delegation of young Nigerians seeking electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general […] The post Atiku hosts group seeking to wrest INEC chairman’s appointment from president appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Action Alliance: INEC Chairman escapes arrest, complies partially with court judgment

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmoud Yakubu may have escaped being arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, following his partial compliance with the judgment of the Federal High Court, Osogbo, Osun State which ordered him to return the name of the National Chairman of […] The post Action Alliance: INEC Chairman escapes arrest, complies partially with court judgment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Retired Air Force Officer Dies Aboard British Airways Flight From London To Abuja

A British Airways flight from London to Abuja was forced to make an emergency landing in Barcelona, Spain, after a passenger, identified as a retired Air Vice Marshal of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), died mid-flight. The Anambra State-born retired senior officer, who was reportedly terminally ill, was being flown back to Nigeria for further […]

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24 h. ago Don’t Jeopardise Dangote Refinery, VP Shettima Tells PENGASSAN

Vice President Kashim Shettima has waded into the ongoing industrial dispute between Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), calling for restraint, patriotism, and dialogue in resolving the crisis. The Vice President said the country or any organisation shouldn’t be seen to sabotage efforts of a firm as […]

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25 h. ago Atiku, Obi Have ‘History Of Defeat’ Together, Individually — Oshiomhole

Senator representing Edo North in the National Assembly, Adams Oshiomhole, has taken a swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi, saying the duo stand no chance in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s political programme, ‘Sunday Politics’, the former Edo State governor said both Atiku and […]

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28 h. ago France’s New Prime Minister Resigns Less Than 1 Month In Office

France’s new Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has resigned after less than a month in office, plunging President Emmanuel Macron’s government deeper into political turmoil. Lecornu, 39, tendered his resignation on Monday after meeting with President Macron, who accepted it, the Élysée Palace confirmed. Speaking outside the Hôtel de Matignon, Lecornu said, “You cannot be prime […]

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29 h. ago 2027 Election: “Strongest Ticket Opposition Can Present Is Atiku And Obi” – Olarewaju

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi could form the strongest opposition ticket against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections. This view was shared by Demola Olarewaju, Special Assistant on Digital Media Strategy to Atiku Abubakar. Speaking on the “Mic On Podcast” on Monday, Olarewaju suggested that a […] The post 2027 Election: “Strongest Ticket Opposition Can Present Is Atiku And Obi” – Olarewaju appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Governor Bala Mohammed’s Life Exemplifies Service, Unity, Vision – Aide

  Special adviser on Media and Publicity to the Bauchi State Governor, Mukhtar Gidado, has extolled his principal, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, for his compassionate leadership, humanitarian disposition and unwavering commitment to unity, peace, and progress. In a goodwill message to mark the governor’s 67th birthday anniversary yesterday, Gidado described Bala Mohammed as “a visionary […]

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31 h. ago Cleric Urges Tinubu To Subsidise Food, Health, Education For Nigerians

  The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has been called upon to immediately adopt a policy of subsidising food, health, and education for the prosperity of the country’s people. The founder and General Overseer of God’s Anointed and Blessed Church International, Akure, Ondo State capital, Pastor Toye Ebijomore, made the call in a […]

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35 h. ago Atiku, Obi Have History Of Defeat, Will Lose Again In 2027 – Oshiomhole

Former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has dismissed the possibility of victory for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 general election. He also ruled out a win for Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, saying both candidates would face defeat if they contest, whether separately or together. Speaking on Sunday, during an appearance […] The post Atiku, Obi Have History Of Defeat, Will Lose Again In 2027 – Oshiomhole appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Certificate forgery: Minister asks court to stop UNN, others from tampering with academic records

From Godwin Tsa Abuja On the heels of a raging allegations of certificate forgery against him, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Uche Nnaji, has asked the Abuja division of the Federal High Court to stop the University of Nigeria Nsukka, (UNN), it’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Simon Ortuanya and the Senate of the University […] The post Certificate forgery: Minister asks court to stop UNN, others from tampering with academic records appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Opposition Reps Members To Meet Over Minority Leader’s Lawsuit Against Removal

The minority caucus in the House of Representatives is to meet in Abuja on Monday to review the lawsuit filed by its leader, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, to stop the alleged plot to remove him from the principal position in the House. This was disclosed in a notice of meeting issued on Sunday and co-signed by […]

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61 h. ago Senate President Cup: Organisers honour LOC chairman with prestigious award

The Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairman of the Senate Presidents U-18 Unity Football Tournament was honoured over the weekend with the Grassroot Sports Ambassador Award at a ceremony held at the Custodian Hotel, Abuja. The award was presented by Hon. John Ekpenyong, tournament coordinator; Senator Musa Mustafa, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Livestock; and […] The post Senate President Cup: Organisers honour LOC chairman with prestigious award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Plateau Funeral: Atiku Accuses Tinubu Of Prioritising Political Visit To Insecure States

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of prioritising the attendance of political events in States suffering security crisis rather than visiting to commiserate with those affected by insecurity. Atiku said this while reacting to Tinubu’s attendance of the burial of Mama Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]

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3 d. ago Police seal up hotel used by robbers as hideout, arrest 2, recover arms

By Christopher Oji   The Lagos State Police Command busted a Hotel used by armed robbers as their criminal hideout in Mushin area of the state. The Command has arrested two suspects, recovered arms ; ammunition , other criminal incriminating exhibits and sealed the hotel. Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer PPRO SP Abimbola Adebisi, […] The post Police seal up hotel used by robbers as hideout, arrest 2, recover arms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NOUN Set To Host Africa’s Biggest Digital Learning Conference

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is preparing to host the MoodleMoot Africa 2025 Conference, set to be the largest digital learning event in Africa. The conference will take place from October 8 to 10 in Abuja, with over 24 countries and approximately 400 delegates expected to attend. Professor Olufemi Peters, the Vice Chancellor […]

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3 d. ago Podcaster Gary Lineker Apologises For Saying Osimhen ‘Disappears In Big Matches’

Gary Lineker has apologised to Nigerian international Victor Osimhen for doubting the Galatasaray striker’s quality as one of the best players in football. Lineker, a former England striker turned analyst, issued the apology on Friday on his podcast ‘The Rest is Football’. Lineker’s apology comes days after Osimhen scored the winning goal from the spot […]

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