51 m. ago FG, UBEC begin nationwide distribution of interactive board to public schools

By Gabriel Dike The Federal Government and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) on Friday began a nationwide distribution of Interactive Smart Board to public schools in the country. The launch of the digitalization of public schools initiative was performed at Queen’s College, Yaba, by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa supported by the Executive […] The post FG, UBEC begin nationwide distribution of interactive board to public schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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99 m. ago Kebbi Gov Orders Recall Of Suspended College Of Health Sciences Students

The governor also approved the renovation of student hostels as part of efforts to meet accreditation requirements. The post Kebbi Gov Orders Recall Of Suspended College Of Health Sciences Students appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 hour ago Closure of unlicensed private tertiary institutions impacts Katsina’s IGR – Commissioner

Muhammad Kankara has acknowledged the recent closure of unlicensed private tertiary institutions in the state. read more Closure of unlicensed private tertiary institutions impacts Katsina’s IGR – Commissioner

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2 h. ago “Time Has Come For Ibadan To Take Rightful Place As A State” – Oyo Rep. Says At National Assembly

House of Representatives member representing Ibadan North-East/Ibadan South-East Federal Constituency, Abass Adigun, has stated reasons why Ibadan deserves to be created as a state. Adigun, who sponsored the bill for the creation of Ibadan State, said the proposed state would be carved out from the current Oyo State and parts of Ondo State. The lawmaker […] The post “Time Has Come For Ibadan To Take Rightful Place As A State” – Oyo Rep. Says At National Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Gov Fubara Hails Tinubu For Posthumous Pardon, National Honours On Ogoni 13

Fubara appealed to the people of RuversState, particularly the Ogoni people, to see the Federal Government’s decision as a significant step towards addressing age-long demands of the communities, The post Gov Fubara Hails Tinubu For Posthumous Pardon, National Honours On Ogoni 13 appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago “Let Election Results Reflect People’s Will” – IPAC Urges New INEC Chairman

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Lagos State has congratulated Prof. Joash Amupitan on his recent appointment as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Lagos, IPAC Secretary and Lagos State Chairperson of the Action People’s Party, Mrs. Abiola Adeyemi, hailed Amupitan’s appointment […] The post “Let Election Results Reflect People’s Will” – IPAC Urges New INEC Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Your Allegiance Should Be To The People, Not APC – ADC To Amupitan

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, to demonstrate loyalty to Nigerians. The party advised that the new INEC chairman must prioritize national interest and uphold integrity rather than serving the agenda of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a […] The post Your Allegiance Should Be To The People, Not APC – ADC To Amupitan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Venezuelan opposition leader claims 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump misses out

The Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Machado was awarded for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.” US President Donald Trump, who had […] The post Venezuelan opposition leader claims 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump misses out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Katsina Shuts Down 32 Unlicensed Private Tertiary Institutions

The Katsina State Government has ordered the closure of 32 private tertiary institutions operating without proper accreditation or licenses from regulatory bodies in the State. The Commissioner for Higher, Technical and Vocational Education, Dr. Muhammad Isah Kankara, disclosed this during the 2026 pre-budget defence before a committee chaired by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic […]

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6 h. ago Nigeria set to unveil new Agricultural Policy targeting food security

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Nigeria has finalized a nationwide consultation process to revise its National Gender Policy in Agriculture, a critical step toward a new framework designed to close gender gaps in the sector and bolster national food security. The review, led by ActionAid Nigeria in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural […] The post Nigeria set to unveil new Agricultural Policy targeting food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Kano hydro power plant to commence operation in Q1 of 2026, says Kano Energy Commissioner

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano   Kano State Hydro Power Plant is to commence operation in the first quarter of 2026, Kano State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Ghaddafi Sani Shehu has announced. Shehu disclosed this during an inspection visit to Hydro Power Plant at Tiga and the Hydro Power Plant at Challawa Dam. The […] The post Kano hydro power plant to commence operation in Q1 of 2026, says Kano Energy Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Venezuela Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Machado was honoured "for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy," said Jorgen Watne Frydnes, the chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee in Oslo. The post Venezuela Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination

  The African Democratic Congress has reacted to the nomination of Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission … Continue reading ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination The post ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

Nigerian music fans, rejoice! The most popular African music star right now, Davido, has a new tour planned, one that read more How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

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9 h. ago New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Encomiums have continued to pour in on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the historic and commendable appointment of Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A northern group under the auspices of Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum (NENF) described the appointment as a well-deserved one, noting […] The post New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Rights Group Seeks Police Chief’s Intervention In Rivers Monarch, Youth Leader Murder

The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) has accused the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) of bias in its investigation into the murder of the traditional ruler of Oshiugbokor community in Ahoada East local government area of Rivers State, Chief Elysian John and the community’s youth leader, Saviour Ajikwara. It alleged that John and Ajikwara were murdered at […]

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11 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle names world best striker ahead of Nigeria, Lesotho clash

Super Eagles of Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has chosen the best striker in the world right now. According to Chelle, Victor Osimhen is currently the best globally. Chelle is overjoyed that the Galatasaray striker has returned from the injury he received while playing for his country in the previous FIFA International qualifers. Osimhen is available […] The post 2026 WCQ: Chelle names world best striker ahead of Nigeria, Lesotho clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Lagos AG Orders Fresh Police Investigation Into Lekki Land Dispute

The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, has directed the police to conduct a fresh investigation into allegations of forgery and willful property damage made against a real estate developer, Alex Ochonogor, and his lawyer, Ademola Owolabi. The request follows a second police report, signed by Deputy Commissioner of Police Mohammed Dahiru, which exonerated […]

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16 h. ago Greenwich Merchant Bank hits N50bn capital mark, set for expansion

Greenwich Merchant Bank has attained a major growth milestone by successfully meeting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) N50 billion minimum capital requirement for banks of its level. The apex bank, in a letter dated September 22, 2025, confirmed its approval of Greenwich’s N22.6 billion fresh capital raised through a Rights Issue and Private Placement, […] The post Greenwich Merchant Bank hits N50bn capital mark, set for expansion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Certificate scandal: Group asks Enugu Attorney General to prosecute Nnaji

The Citizens Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER) has called on Enugu State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to prosecute former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology,  Geoffrey Uche Nnaji,an indigene of the state. The erstwhile minister recently resigned from office over certificates forgery scandal. An online newspaper, Premium Times, had published an […] The post Certificate scandal: Group asks Enugu Attorney General to prosecute Nnaji appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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