3 h. ago FG reaffirms commitment in improving food, water and energy security

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja   Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Professor Joseph Utsev has reaffirmed his commitment to securing food, water, and energy security through the use of the irrigate Nigeria project. Professor Utsev made this known at the inauguration of the project steering committee on sustainable power project and irrigation in Nigeria, SPIN, […] The post FG reaffirms commitment in improving food, water and energy security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. 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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4 h. 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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5 h. 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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6 h. ago 10 Remanded In Correctional Centre Over Rape Of Physically Challenged Girl

The chief magistrate court, sitting on Ibrahim Taiwo Road, Kaduna has ordered 10 suspects to be remanded in the correctional facility for raping a 16-year-old physically challenged girl in Likoro village, Kudan local government area of Kaduna State. Although the suspects are 11 in number,  it was, however, gathered that the 11th suspect was still […]

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8 h. ago Countdown to AMVCA 2025: Emerging talent on spotlight at Young Filmmakers’ Day

As part of the buildup to the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Africa Magic and MultiChoice hosted Young read more Countdown to AMVCA 2025: Emerging talent on spotlight at Young Filmmakers’ Day

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9 h. ago Otudeko: Court adjourns to allow for continuation of settlement talks

By Lukman Olabiyi The Federal High Court, Lagos, has adjourned until June 11, for continuation of settlement talks, in a suit against Chairman of the Honeywell Group, Oba Otudeko and others. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke adjourned the case for report of settlement, following an information by first defence counsel, Mr Bode Olanipekun (SAN), that parties were […] The post Otudeko: Court adjourns to allow for continuation of settlement talks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Taraba Judge Denies Involvement In Land Grabbing, Threat To life

A Taraba State High Court judge, Justice Ali Bappa has distanced himself and family from alleged plans to grab plots of land and accusation that he coordinated attack against a Jalingo-based businessman and politician, Alhaji Umaru Garba Alahsule. Justice Bappa made the denial on Thursday while speaking with journalists in his office, where he declared […]

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11 h. ago NUEE Warns Power Sector Employers Over Alleged Indiscriminate Staff Transfers

The organised labour in Power sector, the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has raised concerns over the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), even as it warned against alleged indiscriminate transfer of workers without adherence to established procedures or consultation with organised labour in the sector. As a result, NUEE has instructed […]

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11 h. ago INEC yet to decide on LP, PDP leadership disagreements – Yakubu

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it was yet to take any decision on the protracted leadership crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) after the recent Supreme Court judgments. INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, in a statement by Rotimi Oyekanmi, urged Nigerians to […] The post INEC yet to decide on LP, PDP leadership disagreements – Yakubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Court rules FCCPC has no authority to regulate prices in free market economy

A Federal High Court in Abuja has declared that the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has no legal power to control or regulate prices in a free market economy, reinforcing the constitutional right to unfettered market operations in Nigeria. The ruling, delivered by Justice James Omotosho, came in a suit filed by Multichoice […] The post Court rules FCCPC has no authority to regulate prices in free market economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Defending the indefensible? Israel, Palestine, and the Ugandan Judge

On July 19, 2024, the International Court of Justice, sitting at The Hague, Netherlands, gave an Advisory Judgement in a read more Defending the indefensible? Israel, Palestine, and the Ugandan Judge

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14 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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15 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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20 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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21 h. ago Family Dispute Raises Questions About Corporate Governance At Oriental Energy Resources Ltd

Contrary to the universal principles of corporate governance, there is a glaring evidence of absence of such in Oriental Energy Resources Limited as Court papers obtained in connection with the legal tussle between the children of Alhaji (Dr.) Muhammadu Indimi and Oriental Energy Resources Limited largely reveal same. Within the context of business, be it […]

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22 h. ago INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated it has not resolved the ongoing leadership disputes within the Labour Party (LP) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following recent Supreme Court judgments. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, through Chief Press Secretary Rotimi Oyekanmi, debunked media reports claiming the commission recognised specific individuals as […] The post INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court

By Godwin Tsa, Abuja Nnamdi Kanu, detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), denied any involvement in the violence and destruction during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests in Lagos State. Speaking via a video played during his ongoing terrorism trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, May 8, Kanu distanced […] The post “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Court backs FCCPC’s power to probe MultiChoice over subscription hike

affirms commission’s mandate to investigate exploitative pricing under FCCPA The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the authority of read more Court backs FCCPC’s power to probe MultiChoice over subscription hike

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27 h. ago Yahaya Bello: No payment from Kogi Govt to American International School, EFCC witness tells court

…as judge admits FCT court judgment over EFCC objection The third prosecution witness in the trial of former Kogi State read more Yahaya Bello: No payment from Kogi Govt to American International School, EFCC witness tells court

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