6 h. ago Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Atiku Abubakar-led 2027 political coalition has accused Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors of acting as agents for President Bola Tinubu by opposing a broad-based coalition to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) and rescue Nigerian democracy. In a statement titled “Rescuing Nigerian Democracy,” issued on Wednesday, 16 April 2025, by […] The post Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Contactless biometric passport system will commence this April for Nigerians in US, other countries

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced that the roll-out of the contactless biometric passport system will commence in the U.S. read more Contactless biometric passport system will commence this April for Nigerians in US, other countries- Official

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49 h. ago Court orders Navy to recognise disengaged officer as Vice Admiral

The National Industrial Court has ordered the Nigerian Navy to accord Navy Captain Dada Labinjo all the rights, benefits and privileges of a retired Vice-Admiral of the Nigerian Navy effective April 12, 2017. Justice Ikechi Nweneka of the NICN delivered this judgment on March 24 in a suit no NICN/LA/67/2023 between Labinjo (claimant) and The Read More

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62 h. ago Gambia’s Joof urges Africa to leverage international law for trade growth

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Gambia’s Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Hon. Baboucarr Ousmaila Joof, has called for prioritising international law to enhance regional and global trade. Speaking at the 8th Annual Conference of the International Law Association (ILA) Nigerian Branch at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, on April 12–13, Joof emphasised the African […] The post Gambia’s Joof urges Africa to leverage international law for trade growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Immigration expands contactless passport renewal to USA, Mexico, others

The Nigerian Immigration Service has rolled out its Contactless Biometric Passport Application System in four more countries. The countries include the USA, Mexico, Jamaica, and Brazil. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the NIS Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, shared on the service’s X handle on Sunday. Akinlabi said the move was Read More

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3 d. ago Nigeria Immigration Service begins contactless passport system in the Americas

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the expansion of its Contactless Biometric Passport Application System to several countries in read more Nigeria Immigration Service begins contactless passport system in the Americas

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4 d. ago Christian Chukwu: Ohanaeze, Rangers, Igbo sports enthusiasts mourn

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Tributes continue to pour in for Nigerian football legend Christian Chukwu, who died on Saturday, 12 April 2025, aged 74. From football administrators to cultural leaders and former colleagues, many describe his passing as a monumental loss to Nigerian sports and the Igbo nation. Ohanaeze Ndigbo, in an exclusive interview with […] The post Christian Chukwu: Ohanaeze, Rangers, Igbo sports enthusiasts mourn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Wike, Cardoso, others bankroll ICSAN’s N3.5bn good governance project 

By Henry Uche   Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nyesom Wike, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and other prominent Nigerians from both the public and private sectors would tomorrow, 14th April, bankroll a N3.5 billion National Secretariat project of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of […] The post Wike, Cardoso, others bankroll ICSAN’s N3.5bn good governance project  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago US embassy introduces new visa interview requirements for Nigerians

The United States Embassy has announced revised visa interview requirements for Nigerian applicants, set to take effect from April 22. According to a statement issued on Friday by the US mission, all applicants attending interviews in Abuja and Lagos must present a DS-160 visa application form featuring a confirmation barcode beginning with “AA” followed by Read More

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4 d. ago New visa requirements for Nigerians introduced by US embassy

The United States Embassy has revealed revised visa interview requirements for Nigerian applicants, set to be implemented from April 22, 2025. The announcement was made on Friday in a statement released by the US mission. It requires all applicants attending interviews in Abuja and Lagos to present a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation […] The post New visa requirements for Nigerians introduced by US embassy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Immigration Set To Begin Operations At Ogbomoso Passport Office

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has signaled readiness to commence operations at its newly built passport office in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The revelation followed an inspection to the Ogbomoso passport office by the Controller of the state’s command, Joseph Dada. During a visit to the facility located along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin highway, Controller Dada lauded the […]

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7 d. ago Social Listening 9 April 2025: Video by Ghanaian stirs discourse on Nigerians’ rush to Ghana

Upper and middle-class groups debated over a video posted online by a Ghanaian throughout the weekend. The thesis discusses the read more Social Listening 9 April 2025: Video by Ghanaian stirs discourse on Nigerians’ rush to Ghana

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1 week ago Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window

Tribune Online Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window The Nigerian naira faced mixed fortunes on Wednesday, April 3, 2025, depreciating at the official market while remaining stable on the parallel window. At the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the local currency closed at N1,552.53 per US dollar, down from Tuesday’s rate of N1,531.25/US$. However, at the parallel market, the naira held firm […] Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window Tribune Online

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2 w. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As New NNPC Boss

President Bola Tinubu has announced a major restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, effective April 2, 2025. The decision included the removal of the current group chief executive officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, and the NNPCL Board chairman, Pius Akinyelure. Consequently, the President appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group CEO of […]

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2 w. ago Senate to consider Tinubu’s tax reform bills after resumption

The Senate is set to prioritise the consideration and passage of President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills upon resumption from its recess on April 29. The four bills, Nigerian Tax Bill, Tax Administration Bill, Revenue Tax Board Bill, and Nigerian Revenue Service Establishment Bill were forwarded by the President as part of efforts to reform Read More

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3 w. ago Nigerian Idol returns for Season 10, amid new judges, fierce competition

Nigerian Idol, a hit music talent show, is set to return for its 10th season, starting on April 20, 2025. read more Nigerian Idol returns for Season 10, amid new judges, fierce competition

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3 w. ago Nigerian Idol: Contestants set for fierce musical battle in Season 10

Nation’s favourite music talent show, Nigerian Idol, is back for its 10th season, starting on April 20, 2025. With the theme: ‘Your Voice, Your Victory’, the season promises a showcase of exceptional talent, compelling performances and intense competition, as contestants vie for the ultimate prize. The season’s panel of judges is a rich blend of […] The post Nigerian Idol: Contestants set for fierce musical battle in Season 10 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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