2 h. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on Nigerians to support and encourage the military in its commitment to secure the country. The army chief made the call when he hosted frontline troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, to his special Eid-el-fitr celebration luncheon in Port […] The post Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Durbar ban: Sanusi visits gov, avoids traditional horse ride

Amid the ban on Sallah Durbar activities, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Tuesday, abandoned the traditional horse procession and instead travelled in a vehicle convoy to offer Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Kano Government House. The emir also changed his routes from the Emir’s palace to the state Read More

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8 h. ago Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu

        Sarkin Hausawa Enugu State, Abubakar Yusuf Sambo, has commended Governor Peter Mbah for his fair, inclusive and speedy delivery of security and democracy dividends. He called for support for his administration’s war against criminals and effort to build a prosperous Enugu State. Mbah, whose appointees are drawn from various parts of […] The post Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago PHOTOS: Obi, FRSC zonal boss visit Katsina gov over mother’s death

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, paid a condolence visit to Katsina State Governor Mallam Dikko Radda following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Barebari, who died at the age of 93. This was contained in a statement by Radda’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed and made available Read More

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17 h. ago Abure Pays Tribute To Late Pa Adebanjo, Credits Him for Labour Party’s Success In Lagos

The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, on Monday, paid tribute to the late Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere. Abure credited Adebanjo for playing a significant role in the Labour Party’s success in Lagos during the 2023 presidential election, where LP candidate Peter Obi triumphed in […] The post Abure Pays Tribute To Late Pa Adebanjo, Credits Him for Labour Party’s Success In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nigerian Army Begins Recruitment For 89th Regular Recruits Intake

The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of online registration for its 89 Regular Recruits Intake Exercise for trades, non-tradesmen and women. The recruitment exercise which was made public on Monday via the Army’s official X handle, aimed at enlisting qualified candidates for the positions. According to the Army, the registration period will run from […]

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19 h. ago Trade war between US, UK would make everybody poorer – Kemi Badenoch

By Seyi Babalola Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, has explained why UK should avoid a trade war with the United States. Badenoch spoke with journalists on Tuesday about US President Donald Trump’s impending tariffs on the UK. She believes that a trade war between the United States and the United […] The post Trade war between US, UK would make everybody poorer – Kemi Badenoch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago 2027 election: How opposition coalition can defeat Tinubu – Ex

The Presidential Candidate of the defunct National Conscience Party in the 2015 general election, Martin Onovo, has revealed what the opposition parties can do to unseat President Bola Tinubu during the 2027 presidential election. Onovo, who is an activist and Head of Policy Positions, Movement for Fundamental Changes, said only unity and the emergence of Read More

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: Emir Sanusi II Holds Hawan Nasarawa Despite Police Ban Against Durbar

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has proceeded with the annual Hawan Nasarawa ceremony despite the police ban on the Eid-el-Fitr durbar due to security concerns. Traditionally, the event features the Emir and his entourage riding on horseback in a grand procession from his palace to the Government House to pay homage to […]

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23 h. ago Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta

The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has apprehended 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantled 18 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta region. The Army seized 60,000 litres of stolen products during a six-day special operation against oil theft and related crimes in the region. The operation, conducted across three states, was carried out in […] The post Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Late Adebanjo made Obi’s 2023 Lagos victory possible – Abure

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, on Monday, paid tribute to the late leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, saying he was was instrumental in the 2023 victory recorded by LP 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Lagos State. Abure’s tribute was contained in a statement issued in Read More

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33 h. ago 2027: PDP dares Tinubu, says nobody can manipulate Nigerians

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja A group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders has vowed that nobody can manipulate Nigerians into voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential poll. The stakeholders under the aegis of CP-PDP Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) said Nigerians would never reward the hardship […] The post 2027: PDP dares Tinubu, says nobody can manipulate Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Gov Aliyu pays Sallah homage to Sultan, seeks support against banditry

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has called for collective efforts from all segments of society to combat banditry in the state. He made the call during a Sallah homage to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar at his palace. Governor Aliyu highlighted the progress made by his administration in the fight against insecurity, […] The post …Gov Aliyu pays Sallah homage to Sultan, seeks support against banditry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki All is not well at the  David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH), in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as medical and other  activities are suffering setbacks following the crisis between the host community and the hospital. The community and workers of the health institution held protest and […] The post War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Oba of Benin replaces suspended dukes, appoints new district head

The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has appointed Chief Emmanuel Iyase as the Okao Eguae (Palace District Head) for Ologbo and Ehor Dukedoms in Edo State, replacing the suspended Enigie (Dukes) of the two areas. Iyase’s appointment comes after the suspension of Prince Owen Jackson Akenzua (Ologbo) and Chief D. E. Igiehon (Ehor), along with Read More

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36 h. ago Oba of Benin replaces suspended dukes, appoints new palace head

The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has appointed Chief Emmanuel Iyase as the Okao Eguae (Palace District Head) for Ologbo and Ehor Dukedoms in Edo State, replacing the suspended Enigie (Dukes) of the two areas. Iyase’s appointment comes after the suspension of Prince Owen Jackson Akenzua (Ologbo) and Chief D. E. Igiehon (Ehor), along with Read More

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37 h. ago 2027: Nobody can manipulate Nigerians, PDP group tells Tinubu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   A group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders nobody can manipulate Nigerians into voting the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential poll.    The stakeholders on the aegis of CP-PDP Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) said Nigerians will never reward the hardship allegedly inflicted […] The post 2027: Nobody can manipulate Nigerians, PDP group tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago French Presidential Hopeful Le Pen Banned 5 Years From Politics

French presidential hopeful and far-right figure-head, Marine Le Pen, has been banned from running for political office for five years after she was found guilty of embezzling European Union funds. Le Pen, her National Rally (RN) party and more than 20 of its members were convicted of using European Parliament money to pay staff who […]

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44 h. ago Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria

Endorses Tinubu for second term From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Foremost Nigerian labour leader and Director General of Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), Issa Aremu, has tackled former President Olusegun Obasanjo and 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, over their recent comments that democracy was dying in Nigeria and Africa. Aremu […] The post Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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