27 m. ago Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says

From Idu Jude, Abuja The leadership of the Obidient Movement has again debunked the rumour that Mr Peter Obi was involved in the activities of the late Senator Arthur Nzeribe’s defunct Association for Better Nigeria (ABN) during the struggle for democracy. The group, in a press statement on Tuesday, noted that, for the umpteenth time, […] The post Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 m. ago Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights

Tribune Online Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights The Supreme Council for Shari'ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has expressed its dismay over attempts to prevent Muslims in the Southwest from observing Sharia law, which is an integral part of their Islamic obligations. Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights Tribune Online

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48 m. ago Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment

Tribune Online Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has advocated for collective efforts to curb desert encroachment. Sir Onyeme stated that it is everyone’s responsibility to preserve and protect the environment for future generations. The deputy governor made this statement on Tuesday during a tree-planting session and a tour of the facilities at Nelson […] Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment Tribune Online

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75 m. ago Enugu APC crisis: Factional chair announces Agballa, others expulsion

The All Progressives Congress acting chairman in Enugu State, Alphonsus Nwafor, on Tuesday, announced the expulsion of the suspended state chairman, Ugochukwu Agballa, and eight other self-acclaimed executive members for gross misconduct. In a statement issued at the end of its executive meeting, Chief Charles-Solo Akor, the state publicity secretary, claimed that Agballa and the Read More

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83 m. ago PDP aspirants to pay N40m fee for Anambra gov’ship nomination forms

Tribune Online PDP aspirants to pay N40m fee for Anambra gov’ship nomination forms The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pegged the cost of its nomination and expression of interest forms for the Anambra State governorship election at ₦35 million and ₦5 million, respectively, bringing the total to ₦40 million. PDP aspirants to pay N40m fee for Anambra gov’ship nomination forms Tribune Online

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98 m. ago Ice Prince, Destalker, MC Edo Pikin, Others Unveiled For ‘Evolution Of Washington’

It will be a day of rolling laughter and excitement as top comedians, musicians, actors and others from beauty pageant industry are set to thrill guests at the 2025 Evolution Of Washington tagged, “Wetin Women Really Want”. The edition is exclusively dedicated to celebrate women, a reason it was fixed to hold the same time […]

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1 hour ago Court Jails Herbalist 14 Years For Sexually Assaulting Minor

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced a traditional herbal healer, Segun Shina to fourteen (14) years in prison for attempting to sexually assault a 10-year-old girl. Justice Oshodi sentenced the convict after holding that the evidence presented by the prosecution, including a […]

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1 hour ago Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has appealed to Senate to remove sections of the controversial tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law. NSCIA, in a letter submitted to the upper chamber on Tuesday, urged the lawmakers to address some parts regarding marriage and inheritance in the bill. The council also called on the […] The post Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Osun Electoral Body, Chair Sue IGP, CP For Alleged Breach Of Rights

Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) and its chairman, Barr. Hashim Abioye have filed a lawsuit against the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun and the state’s Commissioner of Police for alleged breach of fundamental rights. In suit no: FHC/Os/CS/41/2025 filed at the Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, on behalf of all OSSIEC […]

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2 h. ago Anambra guber: Supporters purchase APC forms, urge Edozie Madu to join race

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Supporters and Stakeholders from Anambra State have purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms for Edozie Madu, to contest the November 8 Anambra off-cycle governorship election. The stakeholders under the umbrella of Save Anambra Movement (SAM) also pleaded with the aspirant to rescue the State from […] The post Anambra guber: Supporters purchase APC forms, urge Edozie Madu to join race appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Members of the Elders’ Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Benue North-West Senatorial District of Benue state, have expressed concerns over recent developments in the political landscape of the state. The elders who condemned, in strong terms, the “purported removal of the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese […] The post Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ramadan: Sokoto Gov’t Roles Out Packages For Vulnerable Residents, Imams

In preparation for the Islamic fasting period of Ramadan, the Sokoto State Government has increased its free feeding centres to 155 from 130 for last year, and extended support to 300 individuals’ centres to ensure that no one was left without a meal to break their fast. The state has also commenced distribution of foodstuffs […]

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3 h. ago Ramadan: Sokoto Gov’t Roles Out Packages For Vulnerable Residents, Clerics

In preparation for the Islamic fasting period of Ramadan, the Sokoto State Government has increased its free feeding centres to 155 from 130 for last year, and extended support to 300 individuals’ centres to ensure that no one was left without a meal to break their fast. The state has also commenced distribution of foodstuffs […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu’s Legacy Projects Spread Across 6 Geopolitical Zones — Umahi

The Minister of Works, Engr David Umahi has reiterated that President Bola Tinubu’s legacy projects in the road sector passes through all the six geopolitical zones of the country. Umahi stated this during a Continuous Stakeholders’ Engagement on the Lagos – Calabar Coastal Highway in Lagos, after a 4-day working visit to project sites in […]

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3 h. ago Surgeon Urges Gov’t To Invest In Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery

Despite the challenges faced by Nigeria’s healthcare system, Nigerian plastic surgeon and burn consultant, Dr. Ayobami Aranmolate Rasheed, has said that he remained optimistic about the future, calling on government at all levels to invest more in healthcare and training. He said Nigeria can become a global destination for medical tourism. Dr Rasheed, who is […]

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3 h. ago Senator Natasha Risks Sanctions, Referred To Senate Ethics C’ttee Over Face

The Senate has referred the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, following a dispute over seat allocation in the red chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, was given two weeks to investigate Natasha’s conduct and report back on its findings. The resolution was reached […]

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4 h. ago Remove tax bill sections conflicting with Sharia, NSCIA urges Senate

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has urged the Senate to remove sections of the tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. The NSCIA made the appeal in a memorandum submitted to the Senate Committee on Finance on Tuesday. The council also called on the upper chamber to Read More

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5 h. ago Body of drowned varsity student recovered from Bayelsa creek

The body of a 200-level Chemical Engineering student of the Federal University, Otuoke, who drowned in Ekoli Creek, Yenagoa, after allegedly attempting to swim across for a N300 bet, has been recovered. The student’s remains were retrieved from the river on Monday evening, nearly 24 hours after he went missing. Witnesses said he had jumped Read More

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5 h. ago APC’s Tony Okocha accuses Gov Fubara of courting anarchy with disobedience to court rulings

…Fears that aggrieved parties may resort to self-help Gov Sim Fubara has been pointedly accused of courting anarchy in Rivers read more APC’s Tony Okocha accuses Gov Fubara of courting anarchy with disobedience to court rulings

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5 h. ago Beige Africa, KIBA Foundation Launch Financial Literacy Illustration Book

Beige Africa, in collaboration with the KIBA Foundation, has launched a Financial Literacy Illustration Book aimed at equipping African children with essential money management skills. The initiative, dedicated to the memory of Miss Abisola Kamson, targeted children aged 5 to 13 and sought to instill financial literacy in them from an early age. As part […]

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