39 m. ago Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on all Nigerians to fervently pray for President Bola Tinubu’s success, acknowledging the difficult but necessary steps the president is taking to steer the nation toward recovery and progress.  Speaking during a heartfelt thanksgiving service at Saint James Anglican Church […] The post Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs

Tribune Online SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate publication of the forensic audit report on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), which reportedly details the... SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Investors task Tinubu, security Agencies on Nasarawa mining dispute

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Capital Apex Synergy Global Services, an indigenous mining company operating in Nasarawa State, has called on President Bola Tinubu and relevant government authorities to intervene in a mining dispute it says is stalling operations and threatening investor confidence. At a press conference in Abuja over the weekend, the company alleged that […] The post Investors task Tinubu, security Agencies on Nasarawa mining dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Alleged Terrorism: IPOB Lawyer urges Tinubu to end Kanu’s trial

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja A legal practitioner and Director of Legal Affairs, Research and Global Communications of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Onyedikachi Ifedi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to end the trial of Nnamdi Kanu which he described as a national disgrace. Ifedi made the call on the heels of the judgment […] The post Alleged Terrorism: IPOB Lawyer urges Tinubu to end Kanu’s trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Era of business as usual is over – Head of Civil Service declares

President Tinubu calls for competency, capacity By Henry Uche The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has declared that the era of business as usual in the civil service is over. She made this declaration while underscoring the need to revitalise the spirit, structure, and skills of the civil […] The post Era of business as usual is over – Head of Civil Service declares appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

…calls for peace, unity between Ooni, Alaafin The Yoruba Council of Youths Worldwide (YCYW) has called on President Bola Tinubu read more Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

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6 d. ago Troops seize 30,000 litres of stolen oil, arrest 46 thieves, dismantle 23 illegal refineries

Troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces have intensified the fight against oil theft in the Niger Delta, seizing over 30,000 read more Troops seize 30,000 litres of stolen oil, arrest 46 thieves, dismantle 23 illegal refineries

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7 d. ago This isn’t time for holidaying – Peter Obi on Tinubu’s St Lucia trip

Labour party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has expressed disappointment over President Bola Tinubu’s trip to Saint Lucia, calling it ill-timed and insensitive amid the current insecurity and hardship in the country. The president’s trip was announced on Friday by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and it was […] The post This isn’t time for holidaying – Peter Obi on Tinubu’s St Lucia trip appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the preeminent Igbo sociocultural organisation, has called on President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to address the hunger and poverty ravaging the country. 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu Tribune Online

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1 week ago Running Mate: I Will Do Whatever President Wants In 2027 – Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has personally reacted to the calls that he should be made President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in 2027, saying, ” I will do whatever the President wants me to do.” Barau, responding to questions during a press conference on the forthcoming zonal public hearing of the […]

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1 week ago Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, received Her Majesty Mary Elizabeth, Queen of Denmark, at the State House, Abuja, marking the Danish monarch’s historic first visit to Nigeria. The meeting, co-hosted by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, focused on strengthening bilateral ties with an emphasis on livestock development, education, and social welfare. […] The post Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Barau distances self from 2027 running mate calls, urges support for Tinubu

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Deputy President of the Senate Barau I Jibrin has distanced himself from calls by some northern groups urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to choose him as a running mate for the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Barau […] The post Barau distances self from 2027 running mate calls, urges support for Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Barau Distances Self From Calls To Become Tinubu’s Running Mate

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has distanced himself from calls by a group, Northern Nigeria Progressive Youth Assembly (NNPYA), urging President Bola Tinubu to pick him as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election. In a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on […]

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1 week ago Oil Exploration: Group Seeks Establishment Of JTF In Ogoniland

Ahead of the planned resumption of oil exploration activities in Ogoniland, a group, the Conscience of Ogoni People (COOP) has called on President Bola Tinubu, to set up a Joint Military Task Force to secure government assets, oil facilities and private sector investments in the area. COOP leader, Chief Gani Topba, who made the call […]

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1 week ago ECOWAS 67th Session: Tinubu warns of growing menace of violent extremism, cross

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   At the opening of the 67th Ordinary Session of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government commenced in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu sounded a stark warning about the escalating threats of violent extremism and cross-border crimes undermining West Africa’s stability. Speaking in […] The post ECOWAS 67th Session: Tinubu warns of growing menace of violent extremism, cross-border crimes, calls for collective action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Suicide bombing: Tinubu calls Boko Haram attacks as “cowardly”

…Directs security agencies to clear the Boko Haram remnants President Bola Tinubu has expressed anguish over the suicide bombing in read more Suicide bombing: Tinubu calls Boko Haram attacks as “cowardly”

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2 w. ago Insecurity: UNAN calls on Tinubu to rejig security architecture

Tribune Online Insecurity: UNAN calls on Tinubu to rejig security architecture “Nigeria cannot thrive in an atmosphere of fear. It is time to act with urgency, resolve, and compassion.” Insecurity: UNAN calls on Tinubu to rejig security architecture Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Resumed Oil Exploration: Group Advocates Military Taskforce In Ogoniland

Ahead of the planned resumption of oil exploration activities in Ogoniland, a group, the Conscience of Ogoni People (COOP) has called on President Bola Tinubu, to set up a Joint Military Task Force to secure government assets, oil facilities and private sector investments in the area. COOP leader, Chief Gani Topba, who made the call […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement, as Tinubu, Talon call for urgent regional reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria and the Republic of Benin took a significant step towards deeper bilateral integration on Saturday, June 21, by signing an agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation and serving as a model for broader Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regional integration. The Nigeria-Benin integration effort builds on recent initiatives such […] The post Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement, as Tinubu, Talon call for urgent regional reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue killings: Taraba Bishop seeks FG’s action, not condolences

Tribune Online Benue killings: Taraba Bishop seeks FG’s action, not condolences The Catholic Bishop of Jalingo Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Charles Hammawa, has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria and President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action against the killers of over 100 people in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Benue killings: Taraba Bishop seeks FG’s action, not condolences Tribune Online

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