25 h. ago SGF Invites Council Of State, Police Council To Security Meeting

The meeting aims to address matters of national importance, including key issues affecting national security and policing. The post SGF Invites Council Of State, Police Council To Security Meeting appeared first on Channels Television.

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26 h. ago Federal Government Convenes Council Of State, Police Council Meetings Thursday

The Federal Government has convened the Council of State and the Police Council meetings scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025, to deliberate on key national issues including security and governance. According to a statement on Monday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, the two meetings, which will hold at […]

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68 h. ago Okonkwo tasks FG, NASS on mortgage system for sustainable housing delivery

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Group Managing Director of Nedcomoaks, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, has issued a compelling call on the Federal Government and the Nationbal Assembly to establish a practical and effective mortgage system as a critical step toward solving the nation’s housing crisis. Speaking at the ‘Handover Ceremony of Keys’ for the ‘Dream to Keys’ […] The post Okonkwo tasks FG, NASS on mortgage system for sustainable housing delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago LG Autonomy/Tax Reforms: Tinubu took bold steps, despite 2027 ambition, says Prince Oladele

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has been commended for his bold steps on issues of local government autonomy and reforms in the nation’s tax systems. The Director-General, Tinubu-Shettima Ambassadors, Prince Oyelude Oladele, on Thursday said that the president’s decision to give local governments control over their finances is a critical and overdue […] The post LG Autonomy/Tax Reforms: Tinubu took bold steps, despite 2027 ambition, says Prince Oladele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria at 65: NUJ calls for collective action for progress, prosperity

From Oluseye Ojo The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has said the ship of Nigeria can still be sailed towards the right direction, if everyone does their bit in providing solutions to the myriad of socio-economic and political challenges besetting the nation. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday and jointly signed by […] The post Nigeria at 65: NUJ calls for collective action for progress, prosperity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria At 65: APC Hails Nigerians, Declares ‘New Dawn’ Under Tinubu 

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary and declared that a new era of hope, growth, and transformation was unfolding under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, […]

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6 d. ago Nigeria Needs Accountable Leadership For Real Change – Senator Natasha

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has stressed that Nigeria cannot achieve real transformation without accountable leadership. She made the remark as the nation marked its 65th Independence anniversary. In a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday, the lawmaker representing Kogi Central described Nigeria as a nation at a crossroads, facing insecurity, economic hardship, and inequality. She, however, […] The post Nigeria Needs Accountable Leadership For Real Change – Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria@65: NOA Urges Reflection On National Values, Citizen Responsibility

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on citizens to go beyond ceremonial observances and embrace a renewed commitment to national values, patriotism, and responsible citizenship. In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja on the occasion of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, the Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, emphasised that the moment […]

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6 d. ago Independence Day: Senator Kalu urges Nigerians to renew commitment to unity, justice

Senator Dr Orji Uzor Kalu (MON), representing Abia North Senatorial District, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity and imbibe the spirit of patriotism on the occasion of the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary. In a concise national message issued on Wednesday through his media office, the lawmaker urged citizens to draw strength from the nation’s […] The post Independence Day: Senator Kalu urges Nigerians to renew commitment to unity, justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria@65: Time to rescue our nation — ADC chieftain, Ricketts

Tribune Online Nigeria@65: Time to rescue our nation — ADC chieftain, Ricketts In his Independence Day message issued on Wednesday and signed by his media aide, Essien Emmanuel, Ricketts reflected on Nigeria’s 65th anniversary with a mix of sorrow, criticism and cautious optimism. Nigeria@65: Time to rescue our nation — ADC chieftain, Ricketts Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: Governor Adeleke Harps On Rule Of Law, True Federalism

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has congratulated Nigerians on the 65th Independence anniversary of the country, calling for the observance of the rule of law and national reform for true federalism. In a statement issued to mark Independence Day signed by the spokesperson to the governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday, Governor Adeleke described […]

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7 d. ago World Rivers Day 2025: Water Minister calls for collective action to protect Nigeria’s rivers 

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Terlumun Utsev, has issued a strong call for nationwide action to safeguard the country’s rivers. The Minister made the call in Abuja during the official commemoration of World Rivers Day 2025, observed globally on the fourth Sunday of September and shifted to Monday in […] The post World Rivers Day 2025: Water Minister calls for collective action to protect Nigeria’s rivers  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG cancels parade for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, other activities continue

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Government of Nigeria on Monday evening announced the cancellation of the much-anticipated Independence Anniversary parade, originally planned for Wednesday, 1st October 2025, which would have marked the nation’s 65th year of independence. In a press release issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the […] The post FG cancels parade for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, other activities continue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago I will continue to advocate for meaningful democracy —Professor Adeniran

Tribune Online I will continue to advocate for meaningful democracy —Professor Adeniran Professor Tunde Adeniran is a distinguished scholar, diplomat, politician, and elder statesman. In this interview with Seyi Sokoya, he reflects on his remarkable journey through life and service at the age of 80. He also shares his experience as an elder statesman and discusses various national issues. Excerpts: What are your reflections as you turn […] I will continue to advocate for meaningful democracy —Professor Adeniran Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Dangote Refinery Accuses PENGASSAN Of ‘Lies, Terror Tactics’ Over Planned Nationwide Strike

The management of Dangote Refinery has accused the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) of spreading falsehoods and unleashing what it described as “terror tactics” in order to achieve its nationwide strike action. Recall that PENGASSAN, in a directive issued on Saturday, September 27, 2025, ordered its members to withdraw services […]

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9 d. ago Dangote Refinery: PENGASSAN Declares Nationwide Strike Over Alleged Mass Layoffs

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has declared a nationwide strike, accusing the Dangote Refinery of unlawfully dismissing more than 800 Nigerian workers for joining the union. In a circular issued after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Saturday, September 27, 2025, and signed by its General Secretary, […]

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9 d. ago PENGASSAN begins nationwide strike over mass sack at Dangote Refinery

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has directed its members nationwide to withdraw their services from 12:01 a.m. on Monday, September 29. In a communique issued after an emergency meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) over the weekend, and which was signed by its general […] The post PENGASSAN begins nationwide strike over mass sack at Dangote Refinery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Fuel crisis looms: PENGASSAN orders suspension of gas supply to Dangote Refinery

Tribune Online Fuel crisis looms: PENGASSAN orders suspension of gas supply to Dangote Refinery •Dangote says order will trigger fuel queues, price hikes, revenue loss •Resumes petrol sale in naira FRESH crisis is brewing in the oil sector, which could lead to scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit across the nation. This development is as a result of the order issued by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association […] Fuel crisis looms: PENGASSAN orders suspension of gas supply to Dangote Refinery Tribune Online

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1 week ago New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi

Tribune Online New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi The spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, speaks with SAM NWAOKO on the expectations of the party as President Tinubu makes to appoint another chairman for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and other issues. Nigeria is set to get a new INEC chairman. President Tinubu will do us that honour […] New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigeria faces power blackout as electricity workers begin strike

By Philip Nwosu Nigerians may experience nationwide power outages in the coming days as the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) on Wednesday began an indefinite strike over unresolved welfare issues and the non-implementation of the national minimum wage. The industrial action was announced in a notice signed by the acting General Secretary of NUEE, […] The post Nigeria faces power blackout as electricity workers begin strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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