2 h. ago Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral

By Philip Nwosu Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun joined former governors, political leaders, and family on Thursday, May 1, at a funeral to honour Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on April 5, 2025, at 92. The funeral, coordinated by his son, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo—an APC chieftain and Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting—celebrated the […] The post Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago PAPSD Condemns State Of Emergency Calls On Zamfara, Labels Move Politically

The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned growing calls for a state of emergency declaration in Zamfara State, describing the agitation as politically-motivated, unconstitutional, and a desperate attempt to derail Governor Dauda Lawal’s developmental agenda. In a press statement released on Saturday in Abuja, PAPSD’s Executive Director, Dr. […]

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30 h. ago President AfDB Adesina pays tribute to late Afenifere leader Pa Adebanjo

Says late Adebanjo “Nigeria’s gladiator of truth.” From Okwe Obi, Abuja President and Chairman of the Boards of Directors African Development Bank Group, Akinwumi Adesina, has described the late Afenifere leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo as “Nigeria’s gladiator of truth.” In his tribute recently, to the late elder statesman who died at the age of 96, […] The post President AfDB Adesina pays tribute to late Afenifere leader Pa Adebanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Without patriotism, Nigeria risks 60 more years of insecurity – Defence Chief

…As Top Nigerian Leaders Call for National Rebirth at Peace Summit From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja A powerful coalition of Nigerian leaders including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa, and Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu have called for a national rebirth to address Nigeria’s deep-rooted challenges […] The post Without patriotism, Nigeria risks 60 more years of insecurity – Defence Chief appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago World’s Oldest Person, Brazilian Nun Inah Lucas, Dies After Remarkable 116 Years

Inah Lucas, a Brazilian nun who was recently acknowledged as the oldest living person in the world, has died at 116, only months after earning the title. Her passing was officially confirmed on Wednesday by both her religious community and experts in longevity research. Lucas died in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and the Congregation of Teresian […] The post World’s Oldest Person, Brazilian Nun Inah Lucas, Dies After Remarkable 116 Years appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing workers’ dignity and providing a conducive civic space during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, May 1, themed “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship”. He emphasised, “This administration has endeavoured to fulfil its critical […] The post Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago World’s oldest person, Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas dies at 116

Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, a Brazilian nun and the world’s oldest living person, has died at the age of 116, read more World’s oldest person, Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas dies at 116

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57 h. ago Robert De Niro addresses concerns around transgender daughter

By Seyi Babalola Two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro has openly embraced his transgender daughter Airyn, only a day after she came out as a trans woman. The Hollywood legend has insisted that he “loves and supports” Airyn, who is one of his seven children. In a statement to Hollywood Reporter, the 81-year-old said: “I […] The post Robert De Niro addresses concerns around transgender daughter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gowon, Obasanjo, Anyaoku, Ibru, Monarchs, Others Honour Clark On May Day

Elder statesmen and eminent Nigerians will on May Day, this Thursday, converge on Lagos State to reflect on the life and times of late elder statesman and Niger Delta leader, Chief Edwin Clark. Clark, a former federal commissioner of information in the First Republic, died in February aged 97. Some of the dignitaries expected to […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment To Workplace Safety, Employee Wellbeing

The federal government has reiterated its commitment to promoting a safe and progressive work environment. This was said at the second edition of its World Day for Safety and Health at Work in Abuja. This year’s event, themed “The Impacts of Digitalization and AI on Workers’ Safety and Health,” with a sub-theme focusing on “Enhancing […]

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3 d. ago Investors Advocate Increased Capital In Critical Sectors To Drive Economic Growth

The African Private Capital Association (AVCA) has emphasised the need for increased capital deployment in essential sectors to stimulate economic growth and development. This call was made during the ongoing 21st Annual Africa Venture Capital Association Conference in Lagos, themed “Bold Moves: Powering 10x in Africa,” which runs from April 28 to May 2, 2025. […]

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3 d. ago Governor Namadi Transforming Jigawa Into A Health Tourism Hub

“Our main goal is to expand access to basic healthcare services for every Jigawa citizen and ensure no one dies due to unaffordable medical bills. To achieve this, we will collaborate with reliable partners within and outside the state,’ said Governor Malam Umar Namadi. From his inaugural speech, Governor Namadi declared his commitment to revitalising […]

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3 d. ago eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance

By Chinenye Anuforo   The Nigeria eGovernment Summit 2025 is set to proffer digital solutions that will enhance effective governance through public-private partnerships. The summit, which is in its seventh edition, has the theme: ‘Public-Private Partnership for Effective eGovernnent Solutions’, and it’s scheduled to hold on August 28 in Lagos. Organised by DigiServe Networks Services, […] The post eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations

Renowned Juju musician King Sunny Ade, on Tuesday refuted circulating rumors about his safety, making it clear that he has not been abducted or gone missing, contrary to public speculation. The music legend clarified this in a live video posted by his wife, Mrs. Bose Olubo-Adegeye, after a social media uproar was triggered by his […] The post “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Truck Crushes 2 Police Officers To Death At UNIBEN Gate In Edo

Two police officers have died on the spot after being crushed by a moving truck at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) main gate in Benin City, Edo State. Videos making the rounds on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday have suggested that the officers were operating at the busy Ugbowo campus gate when […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigeria has, for the first time, hosted the African and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) Conference, with the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc playing host to key financial and capital market stakeholders across the region.  The two-day event, themed “Shaping the Future: Financial Market Infrastructures as Catalysts for Transforming Economies,” convened […] The post Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Legend Internet, Champion Breweries, UBA top stocks to watch this week

The week ending April 25 recorded the first positive weekly close of the month, with the All-Share Index rising by read more Legend Internet, Champion Breweries, UBA top stocks to watch this week

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4 d. ago Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs

By Chinenye Anuforo Digital supply chain finance frontrunner Fiducia has extended its Factoring Forum to the South-South region, holding its inaugural session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The forum, centered on the theme “Unlocking Growth: The Power of Factoring for Business Expansion,” convened finance professionals, business executives, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to delve […] The post Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago PICTORIAL: 8 Die, 6 Injured As Bus Rams Into Petrol Tanker In Anambra

The sector commander of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Anambra State, Joyce Alexander, has attributed the road crash that claimed eight lives with six other persons injured in the State to over-speeding. The incident, according to her, occurred at about 9pm on Sunday night at Nteje along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway in Oyi local government […]

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5 d. ago Annie Macaulay Set To Launch New TV Station, Credits Her Children As Backbone

Annie Macaulay has revealed plans to launch her own online TV station, Annie Macaulay TV, as she moves forward after her separation from Nigerian music legend, Innocent “2Baba” Idibia. Speaking during an interview with BBC News Pidgin at the 17th Headies Awards on April 28, 2025, Annie shared that the project is already underway, with […] The post Annie Macaulay Set To Launch New TV Station, Credits Her Children As Backbone appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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