14 m. ago Yahaya Bello: Court fixes June 26 to rule on EFCC’s request to ‘cross

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has fixed June 26 for ruling on the application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to “cross-examine” its own witness, Nicholas Ojehomon in the alleged money laundering case against the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. Justice Emeka Nwite […] The post Yahaya Bello: Court fixes June 26 to rule on EFCC’s request to ‘cross-examine’ own witness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 m. ago Court grants Action Alliance order to serve INEC, Mahmood Yakubu Contempt Form through substituted service

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, the Osun State capital has granted the Action Alliance (AA) an order for substituted service of contempt form (Form 49) on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its national chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu. The Action Alliance and some members of the party had […] The post Court grants Action Alliance order to serve INEC, Mahmood Yakubu Contempt Form through substituted service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 m. ago Wike applies for natural development fund to complete FCT projects

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesome Ezenwo Wike, is seeking to access funds from the Natural Resources Development Fund (NRDF) to enable him to complete the projects in Abuja. Speaking during a courtesy call on the chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr Mohammed Shehu, the chairman […] The post Wike applies for natural development fund to complete FCT projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 m. ago Nigerians to benefit as U.S offers 3 free job trainings with placements this May

Nigerians residing in the United States seeking employment opportunities, can take advantage of free trainings on with entry-level. read more Nigerians to benefit as U.S offers 3 free job trainings with placements this May

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49 m. ago Alleged graft: EFCC vows to act on petition against Matawalle

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, assured protesters that it would act on a petition submitted to it by the All Progressives Congress Young Leaders Alliance (APC-YLA), on alleged financial graft against the Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle. Some protesters, led by APC-YLA Convener, Mohammed Ireji, […] The post Alleged graft: EFCC vows to act on petition against Matawalle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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91 m. ago Yahaya Bello: Court Adjourns To June 26 For Ruling On EFFC’s Request To Cross

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of the alleged money laundering case instituted against the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to June 26, 27 and July 4 and 5, for ruling on the request by the prosecution to “cross-examine” the 3rd […]

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4 h. ago Reps Summon Ministers, CBN Gov, Others Over Contractors’ Payments

The House of Representatives has invited the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun; minister of budget and economic planning, Abubakar Bagudu; the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Yemi Cardoso; the accountant-general of the federation, Babatunde Ogunjimi, amongst others, over non-payment of contractors. This is as the House resolved […]

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4 h. ago Reps Move To Prevent Flooding, Erosion, Other Natural Disasters

The House of Representatives at the plenary on Thursday, passed through second reading, a bill seeking to address critical issues such as climate change adaptation, drought, desertification, flooding, coastal erosion, dam failure, building collapse, oil spills, road accidents, fire, air crashes, boat mishaps, among others. The proposed legislation, titled „Bill for an Act to Repeal […]

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5 h. ago Implement Pension Increment For Retirees, PenCom Charges Sanwo

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has urged the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to extend periodic pension increases currently enjoyed by Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) retirees to those under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) to boost their monthly pensions. The director-general of PenCom,  Omolola Oloworaran, made the request during a courtesy visit to Governor Sanwo-Olu […]

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5 h. ago Airtel to double Nigerian capital investments after profitability return

Airtel Nigeria, with 58.26 million subscribers, has announced plans to double its capital investments in the country. This is coming read more Airtel to double Nigerian capital investments after profitability return

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7 h. ago Bauchi Govt Signs $158m Value Chain Agreement To Boost Agriculture, Economic Growth

The Bauchi State government has signed a $158 million financial agreement to implement the value chain development programme in the state. The programme, co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development Agency (AFD), and the federal government, is set to be executed across ten northern states, including Bauchi, Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, […]

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8 h. ago World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace

By Philip Nwosu, Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja, Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   President Bola Tinubu, former governor of Abia State and senator representing Abia North, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas and Mr. Peter Obi  have joined other world leaders to celebrate the emergence of Pope Leo XIV. President Tinubu […] The post World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for regional development commission nominees

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has submitted a list of nominees for three newly established regional development commissions to the Senate, requesting their screening and confirmation. The request was conveyed in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Thursday’s plenary session. The commissions are the South-West Development Commission (SWDC), the North-Central […] The post Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for regional development commission nominees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Yahaya Bello: No Funds Transfer From Kogi Govt To Abuja School, EFCC Witness Tells Court

A witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nicholas Ojehomon, told Justice Emeka Nweze of a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja that neither the Kogi State Government nor any of its local governments ever transferred funds into the bank account of the American International School in Abuja as school fees. The 3rd […]

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10 h. ago Interswitch launches EMR platform at Enugu orthopaedic hospital

Interswitch, through its health-tech subsidiary Interswitch eClat, has deployed its Electronic Medical Records (EMR) platform, eClinic, in the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu (NOHE). Commissioned by the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq Salako, the Enugu deployment marks the fourth rollout of eClinic in federal health institutions, following successful implementations in Osun, Ogun and Edo […] The post Interswitch launches EMR platform at Enugu orthopaedic hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago No transfer of funds to American school account, by Kogi govt, EFCC witness tells court

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja. A prosecution witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nicholas Ojehomon, has told the Federal High Court that neither Kogi State Government or any of its Local government ever transferred funds into the bank account of the American international School in Abuja as school fees. The witness further said […] The post No transfer of funds to American school account, by Kogi govt, EFCC witness tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures

By Eze Onyekpere The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) is charged inter alia with the responsibility of ensuring transparency and accountability in budgeting and federal government’s fiscal operations. In accordance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA), the BOF is even at the centre of monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the annual budget, assessment […] The post 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Airtel Nigeria Doubles Investment To Deepen Network Coverage, Drives Digital Inclusion

Airtel Nigeria, a leading telecommunications company and subsidiary of Airtel Africa, has announced a bold move to double its capital investment in the country, reinforcing its long-term commitment to expanding network infrastructure, advancing digital inclusion, and enhancing customer experience nationwide. This increased investment will power a wide range of initiatives, including infrastructure upgrades, expansion into […]

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16 h. ago Kogi Group Seeks Fair Representation, Begs Gov Ododo For Zoning Of Federal Constituency Seat

A non-governmental organisation, MopaEffect muro Forum For Fairness, Equity, and Justice, has made a heartfelt plea to the governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, requesting for the Yagba Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general election to be zoned to Mopamuro local government area. The appeal was conveyed to the governor through House of Assembly […]

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17 h. ago ECOWAS targets January 2026 for 25% cut in air travel charges

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced plans to implement a 25% reduction in passenger service and read more ECOWAS targets January 2026 for 25% cut in air travel charges

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