4 h. ago LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours 

By Emma Njoku The Oniba of Iba Kingdom in Lagos State, Oba Sulaimon Raji (Jafo), has urged political actors in the state, especially in the Iba Kingdom, to engage responsibly, follow due process, and shun violence or provocation in tomorrow’s local government elections. The monarch added that only an atmosphere of peace and cooperation can […] The post LGA elections: Lagos monarch calls for peaceful polls, dismisses attack rumours  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Edo: One killed, three abducted as gunmen attack Catholic seminary

Tribune Online Edo: One killed, three abducted as gunmen attack Catholic seminary Tragedy struck again in the Edo Catholic communion as some gunmen attacked the Catholic Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary at Edo: One killed, three abducted as gunmen attack Catholic seminary Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Gender Equality Fund Project To Reduce Prevalence Of HIV, TB, Others

The Gender Equality Fund Project has been launched in Lagos State to reduce the prevalence of HIV, TB, and Malaria in the state. The project brought together key stakeholders with the three implementing partner organisations: Sustainable Impact and Development (SID) Initiative, Hall of Care and Good Humanitarian Initiative (HCHI), and Biola Ariyo Youth and Women […]

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8 h. ago Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations

From Kenneth Udeh,  Abuja The Nigerian Senate, in a plenary session presided over by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, on Thursday passed the Bill for an Act to Establish the Police Service Commission Training Institute (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB.564)  but not without heated exchanges on the floor, particularly between Edo North Lawmaker, Senator […] The post Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Police foil night attack by gunmen in Kadarko, Nasarawa State

From Abel Leonard, Lafia A late-night ambush on police personnel along the Kadarko–Makurdi Road in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State was repelled on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The incident occurred around 10:55 p.m. near the Nasarawa–Benue border, when suspected armed gunmen emerged from the Benue forest […] The post Police foil night attack by gunmen in Kadarko, Nasarawa State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Be patient with Tinubu, economic reforms have gestation period — APC Chieftain

Tribune Online Be patient with Tinubu, economic reforms have gestation period — APC Chieftain A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the Tinubu Mandate Group (TMG), Pastor Olufemi Bakare, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that the president is laying a new foundation of accountability and restructuring the country’s economy. Be patient with Tinubu, economic reforms have gestation period — APC Chieftain Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Oyo: INEC Lists 19 Political Parties For Ibadan North Constituency Bye

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that 19 political parties will participate in the upcoming bye-election for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat in Oyo State. The election is scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 16, 2025, following the death of the former representative, Hon. Musliudeen Olaide Akinremi, in July last year. Resident […] The post Oyo: INEC Lists 19 Political Parties For Ibadan North Constituency Bye-Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Edo South Senator, APC Chair Laud Okpebholo Over Supreme Court Victory

The Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District at National Assembly, Senator Neda Imasuen, on Friday described the Supreme Court Judgment which affirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s election Victory as a landmark judgement and well deserved. Senator Imasuen in a statement, said the victory was for the entire Edo people, adding that it re-enforced the collective belief […]

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15 h. ago 2027: Atiku, Obi on joint ticket can’t beat Tinubu — Presidency

Tribune Online 2027: Atiku, Obi on joint ticket can’t beat Tinubu — Presidency “They are free to form alliances but as far as the APC is concerned we are not seeing them as any threat If you merge Peter Obi and Atiku together, there is no way the two of them can beat a Bola Tinubu and... 2027: Atiku, Obi on joint ticket can’t beat Tinubu — Presidency Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Bafarawa Launches Arewa Initiative To Tackle Insecurity, Disunity

A former governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, has launched the Arewa Cohesion for Peace, Unity and Development Initiative in Kaduna, with a call for collective action to address insecurity, disunity, and underdevelopment in Northern Nigeria. The event, held at Arewa House, brought together traditional leaders, community stakeholders, youth groups, and development partners, […]

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16 h. ago Coalition: Bode George knocks Atiku, Mark, Tambuwal other PDP members joining ADC

…Says party won’t zone presidential ticket to North ….Berates PDP officials for act of sabotage in Lagos LG poll Bode read more Coalition: Bode George knocks Atiku, Mark, Tambuwal other PDP members joining ADC

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17 h. ago 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency

By Seyi Babalola Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, has said that a presidential ticket comprising former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi will be unable to beat the president in 2027. Onanuga stated that the Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress (APC) does not regard the alliance as a danger. […] The post 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Akume denies interest in APC national chairmanship, appoints Odunuga as media adviser

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has rebuffed reports that he is vying for the position of national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial followed a recent publication by a national daily newspaper that listed him among top politicians competing for the party’s top […] The post Akume denies interest in APC national chairmanship, appoints Odunuga as media adviser appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago APC chairmanship: My campaign posters work of mischief makers — Yahaya Bello

Tribune Online APC chairmanship: My campaign posters work of mischief makers — Yahaya Bello "We, therefore, state categorically that no one has been authorised, either directly or indirectly, to print, much less paste any poster on behalf of former Governor Yahaya Bello. APC chairmanship: My campaign posters work of mischief makers — Yahaya Bello Tribune Online

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27 h. ago APC: Stakeholders reject automatic tickets for Akwa Ibom NASS members

Tribune Online APC: Stakeholders reject automatic tickets for Akwa Ibom NASS members A section of stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom has said that the pronouncement by the State Governor, Umo Eno, indicating that automatic tickets would be given to National Assembly members... APC: Stakeholders reject automatic tickets for Akwa Ibom NASS members Tribune Online

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29 h. ago ‘New Northern Nigeria underway,’ says Bafarawa, unveils new group

Tribune Online ‘New Northern Nigeria underway,’ says Bafarawa, unveils new group According to him, the new platform 'Arewa Cohesion for Peace, Unity, and Development Initiative' is... ‘New Northern Nigeria underway,’ says Bafarawa, unveils new group Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Suspected Herders Invade Taraba Communities, Kill One Villager, Set Houses Ablaze

Some gunmen, suspected to be herders have invaded communities of Karim Lamido Local Government Area in Taraba State, leaving one person dead. It was gathered that the criminal elements also set many houses owned by members of the affected villages Ablaze. Addressing newsmen on Thursday, youth leader of Gwenzu community, Ishaya Peter, described the attack […] The post Suspected Herders Invade Taraba Communities, Kill One Villager, Set Houses Ablaze appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago FG seeks global collaboration to advance Tinubu’s NiYA vision

Tribune Online FG seeks global collaboration to advance Tinubu’s NiYA vision “We are building bridges between Nigerian youth and..." FG seeks global collaboration to advance Tinubu’s NiYA vision Tribune Online

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30 h. ago BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension

Tribune Online BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been called upon to reconsider its recapitalisation policy on Bureau De Change (BDC) by granting extension window for a minimum of six months, among others, for equity, fairness, and inclusive economic governance. BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Plateau Mob Attack: Court Adjourns Trial Of 22 Suspects To Friday

The trial of 22 suspects arrested by the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) in connection with the June 20, 2025 mob action in Mangun community of Mangu local government area of Plateau State, has been adjourned to Friday, July 11 to enable the prosecuting counsel amend the charges brought against the suspects. The suspects were arraigned […]

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