56 m. ago Aisha Achimugu makes court appearance in alleged money laundering case

Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu was presented before the Federal High Court in Abuja by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the alleged money laundering case. Daily Sun reported that Achimugu was apprehended and detained by EFCC operatives after she was ordered by Justice Inyang Ekwo to honour the invitation by the anti-graft […] The post Aisha Achimugu makes court appearance in alleged money laundering case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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79 m. ago FG warns youth chiefs against misappropriation of community funds

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The Federal Government through the Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande has issued a strong warning to traditional youth chiefs across the country, urging them to shun greed and avoid misappropriating community development funds. Speaking throught Chief Obinna Nwaka, at a two-day national retreat of the Traditional Youth Chief Forum of […] The post FG warns youth chiefs against misappropriation of community funds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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83 m. ago Justice And Fairness Under Threat? The Case of Aisha Achimugu And The Need For Due Process In Nigeria

  The recent arrest of Aisha Achimugu, a high-profile Nigerian business executive and socialite, has ignited vigorous debates across Nigeria and the global community about justice, the rule of law, and human rights protections. The circumstances surrounding her detention raise urgent questions about due process, governmental accountability, and Nigeria’s commitment to fair legal procedures—issues that […]

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1 hour ago NPFL: Amapakabo Calls For Focus As Abia Warriors Push For Continental Ticket

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has urged his players to focus on securing a top three finish this season. The Umuahia-based club moved to third position on the NPFL table following a 3-1 over Shooting Stars in Umuahia on Sunday. Amakapabo expressed optimism that his team will get the points needed in the remaining […]

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2 h. ago Ijaw Youths Commend DSS On Arms Seizure, UK Army Major’s Arrest

The Ijaw Youths Network (IYN) has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for the seizure of 57 AK-47s, other rifles and hundreds of rounds of ammunition in Delta State. The IYN also said that the arrest of a Delta State-born UK Army Major and others in connection with gunrunning reinforces public trust and confidence […]

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3 h. ago ‘Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Will Put Nigeria On Right Trajectory’

A non-governmental organisation, the City Boy Movement (CBM), has supported President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying they will help transform Nigeria. Speaking in Lagos at the stakeholders engagement for Lagos Youth tagged, ‘Understanding President Bola Tinubu renewed hope initiatives,’ the director general, CBM, Hon. Ishola Shoga, urged Nigerians to exercise patience as the reforms were […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, urges action against fake news purveyors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed as “false and dangerous” a viral report alleging President Bola Tinubu sacked the Ministers of Defence and Power, demanding immediate action against purveyors of misinformation. The fabricated story, initially published by Phoenix Browser under the headline “BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Ministers of Defence and Power”, was swiftly condemned […] The post Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, urges action against fake news purveyors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Oluremi Tinubu Urges Traditional Rulers To Fight Preventable Deadly Diseases In South

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on traditional leaders and key stakeholders in the South-West to partner with the government in combating deadly diseases like cervical cancer and tuberculosis. She made this appeal during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State on Tuesday, which was attended by prominent monarchs, government officials, […] The post Oluremi Tinubu Urges Traditional Rulers To Fight Preventable Deadly Diseases In South-West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Prioritise Trade Facilitation To Boost Productive Sector, Manufacturers Urge Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called on the government to prioritise improved trade facilitation measures to address the current constraints hindering the optimum peformance of the productive  sector. The Association stated this, while expressing deep concerns over reported plans by the Nigeria Customs Service to reintroduce the four per cent Free-on-Board Levy. They […]

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5 h. ago World Bank Reconsiders Exploiting Nuclear Energy Projects Funding In Africa

The World Bank is considering support for nuclear energy as part of a broader push to expand access to affordable and reliable energy, particularly across Africa. In its 111th meeting, the Development Committee urged the World Bank to explore ‘further options for increased affordable and reliable energy access, including potential support for nuclear energy.’ This […]

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6 h. ago 200 Women Benefit From Renewed Hope Initiative’s Agric Inputs In Niger

The Renewed Hope Initiative of the Wife of the President, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has distributed critical agricultural inputs to 200 women and youths in Niger State. The items distributed included seedlings, fertiliser, pesticides, livestock feeds and other farming equipment to farmers and was flagged off by wife of the Niger State Governor Hajiya Fatima Bago. […]

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11 h. ago Investors seek Tinubu’s intervention in $250m investment dispute

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja A group of foreign investors has written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, calling for urgent intervention in the alleged destruction of their investments of over $250 million in the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project. The letter, dated April 23, 2025, was  signed by President of the investment group Dr. Olubokun-Basoru,  […] The post Investors seek Tinubu’s intervention in $250m investment dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has urged Nigeria to shift from reliance on crude oil to achieve sustainable prosperity through investments in education, entrepreneurship, and technology. Speaking on Tuesday, April 29, at the commissioning of an IT Community Centre donated by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the Oladipo Alayande School […] The post Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Soludo urges South East traditional rulers to unite for regional progress

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has called on South East traditional rulers to foster unity among themselves and their communities to drive regional development. Speaking at a recent meeting of the South East Traditional Rulers’ Council in Anambra, Soludo stressed that collaboration is essential for building a thriving South East. He […] The post Soludo urges South East traditional rulers to unite for regional progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office

From Adesuwa Tsan Ms Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, has urged young Nigerian women to actively participate in politics and public service to drive societal change. Speaking at the Beyond Boundaries Young Women’s Leadership Conference at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja, she encouraged women to shift from advocacy […] The post Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago PDP demands immediate reinstatement of 13 suspended Benue assembly members

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has urged the Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Hon. Aondona Dajoh, and other members to urgently lift the suspension of 13 lawmakers who opposed legislative misconduct on February 19. The call was made in a statement by PDP Publicity Secretary, […] The post PDP demands immediate reinstatement of 13 suspended Benue assembly members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Join Politics, Shape Nigeria’s Future, Presidency Tells Young Women

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Ms. Rinsola Abiola, has urged young Nigerian women to join politics and build careers in public service. This was also as she said that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration was committed to empowering young women. She made the call at the Beyond Boundaries Young […]

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19 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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20 h. ago Enugu Commissioner urges increased funding to combat malaria

The Enugu State Commissioner for Health, Emmanuel Obi has appealed to government at all levels, non-government organisations and donor agencies read more Enugu Commissioner urges increased funding to combat malaria

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21 h. ago Ijaw group commends DSS on arms seizure, arrest of UK Army Major

Urges govt to probe Army officer’s involvement in gun running From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   The Ijaw Youths Network has commended the Department of State Services for the seizure of 57 AK-47s, other rifles, and hundreds of ammunition in Asaba, Delta. The IYN also said that the arrest of a Delta State-born UK army Major […] The post Ijaw group commends DSS on arms seizure, arrest of UK Army Major appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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