2 h. ago Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months

Tribune Online Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months “The Graduate Route has not met its original objectives. It has become a loophole for unsponsored work and a magnet for abuse.” Nigerian students affected as UK slashes graduate visa from two years to 18 months Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Army dismantles 21 illegal refineries, arrests 36 oil thieves in Niger Delta

Tribune Online Army dismantles 21 illegal refineries, arrests 36 oil thieves in Niger Delta "In Delta State, around Ovrogbor waterside in Isoko South LGA, troops pursued two Toyota Camry vehicles with registration number WWR 542 AJ and GB JI 70 AA Army dismantles 21 illegal refineries, arrests 36 oil thieves in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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5 h. ago NDLEA gets forensic labs in Abuja, Enugu, trains 20 officers

Tribune Online NDLEA gets forensic labs in Abuja, Enugu, trains 20 officers After over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new laboratories and upgraded the existing one to enhance accessibility, expedite timely analysis, and prosecute cases efficiently following a surge in drug seizures over the past months. NDLEA gets forensic labs in Abuja, Enugu, trains 20 officers Tribune Online

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6 h. ago 25 Years After, NDLEA Gets Forensic Labs In Abuja, Enugu, Trains 20 Officers

After over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new laboratories and upgraded the existing one to enhance accessibility, expedite timely analysis, and prosecute cases efficiently following a surge in drug seizures over the past months. The two additional […]

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6 h. ago Selfish Interest Will Kill PDP, Party Can’t Win In 2027 —Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has warned that selfish interests may destroy the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that the party stands no chance of winning the 2027 elections. The minister issued the warning during his monthly media chat with selected journalists in Abuja, on Monday. He emphasised that […]

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10 h. ago Work Will Begin Next Month On Abandoned Osun House Project In Abuja – Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has assured that construction will commence on the abandoned Osun House project, which is located in the central business district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Adeleke stated this after a discreet inspection of the project in Abuja, expressing happiness that all contractual issues that delayed the commencement of […]

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11 h. ago Economic Diversification: Grant States N5bn Tourism Investment Funds, Akwa Ibom Tells Federal Gov’t

For the ongoing economic reforms by the federal government to yield fruits, Akwa Ibom State has made a case for a monthly disbursement of N5 billion to the sub-nationals by the federal government for the promotion of tourism sector. The investment cash would help shore up the tourism sites for more attractions by fun seekers, […]

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11 h. ago Expanding threat of Bello Turji: Banditry crisis deepens in northwestern Nigeria,

By Shafaatu Suleiman, Sokoto The memory of that fateful day still haunts Alhaji Adamu Tajiji Bafarawa. He witnessed the brutal murder of a man who had been brought before the District Head of Bafarawa (Sarkin Gabas) for questioning over a crime he was alleged to have committed. “Suddenly, bandits appeared out of nowhere, forcefully seized […] The post Expanding threat of Bello Turji: Banditry crisis deepens in northwestern Nigeria, appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Customs Assures Local Vehicle Manufacturers Of Patronage

In compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s Nigeria First policy, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has pledged that the service will continue to patronise and support the indigenous auto sector for the growth and well-being of the nation’s industrial economy. This was disclosed by the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, when he inspected vehicles […]

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15 h. ago Enugu Air, CNG buses, transport terminals take off this month

The Enugu Air, CNG Mass Transit Programme and the ultramodern transport terminals all built from scratch by the Governor Peter Administration are to be launched for operation before the second anniversary of the government. The government has also approved the development of the state’s tourism industry, while total transformation of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium and […] The post Enugu Air, CNG buses, transport terminals take off this month appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Again, Shettima extols Uzodimma as patriot, symbol of national unity

• As Imo Airport hosts inaugural Hajj flight For the second time in one month, Vice President, Alhaji Kashim Shettima, has described Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State as a patriot and symbol of Nigeria’s unity. The first time was at a ceremony at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while the second time was on Friday […] The post Again, Shettima extols Uzodimma as patriot, symbol of national unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago MTN Nigeria pays N764.2bn in taxes, spends N3.5bn on social investments

By Chukwuma Umeorah MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTNN) has announced the payment of N764.2 billion in taxes, levies, and duties to the Nigerian government in 2024, reinforcing its position as a major fiscal contributor and a leader in responsible corporate governance. The disclosure was made during the presentation of the company’s 2024 Sustainability Report at […] The post MTN Nigeria pays N764.2bn in taxes, spends N3.5bn on social investments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis

For decades, Nigeria’s electricity sector has been a tragic theatre of mismanagement, corruption, policy somersaults, and calculated sabotage. From the days of the Electricity Corporation of Nigeria  (ECN), to National Electric Power Authority  (NEPA), metamorphosing into Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) and eventually privatised into a cartel of Generation Companies (GenCos) Distribution Companies (DisCos) […] The post Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago If I Have My Way, I Wouldn’t Want To Return To Office — Fubara

The suspended governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has said that if he had his way, he was not desperate to return to office after the six-month state of emergency imposed on the State by President Bola Tinubu. Fubara stated this at the service of songs held in honour of the late elder statesman and […]

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20 h. ago Army Busts Illegal Bunkering Sites, Recover 591,000 Litres Of Stolen Crude Oil In Niger Delta

Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have successfully dismantled 21 illegal refining sites, arrested 36 suspected oil thieves and confiscated over 591,000 litres of stolen products across the Niger Delta. The operation, which was conducted between April 28 and May 11, 2025, was carried out in operational synergy with other security agencies. The Acting […]

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24 h. ago Highway Bust: NDLEA Seizes 4,752kg Of Cannabis Hidden In Tanker Compartment

In a recent crackdown, the NDLEA intercepted a 40-foot fuel tanker along the Abuja-Abaji expressway and discovered over 4,700kg of cannabis hidden inside its tank. The massive haul cleverly concealed in 511 jumbo sacks was traced back to Ondo State and intended for distribution in Abuja. Four suspects were arrested in connection with the operation. […] The post Highway Bust: NDLEA Seizes 4,752kg Of Cannabis Hidden In Tanker Compartment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Seme Customs denies distributing poisoned rice leads to multiple death of individuals

By Steve Agbota Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has denied the false allegations of multiple deaths linked to alleged poisoned rice released by Customs at Seme border. The Service debunked the allegation in a statement issued on Sunday by Isah Sulaiman, the Public Relations Officer on behalf of the Customs Area […] The post Seme Customs denies distributing poisoned rice leads to multiple death of individuals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Tinubu tasks next generation of Africans to rise with courage

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Africa’s next generation, particularly in science, technology, education, governance, entrepreneurship, and the arts, to rise courageously and contribute to a united, peaceful, and prosperous continent. Represented by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Tinubu spoke as the special guest of honour at the […] The post Tinubu tasks next generation of Africans to rise with courage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Tricycle union lauds Anambra Assembly’s action against illegal revenue collection

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra Tricycle Riders Association (ANTRA) has commended the Anambra State House of Assembly for directing the State Commissioner for Transport to authorise the association to manage its revenue collection and remit agreed sums to the state government. ANTRA Chairman Chidozie Okafor, speaking to reporters in Awka over the weekend, described […] The post Tricycle union lauds Anambra Assembly’s action against illegal revenue collection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Export volume rises by 30% in 1 month at APM Terminals Apapa

By Steve Agbota APM Terminals Apapa has recorded its highest volume of exports in one month since its inception in 2006. The terminal had, in April 2025, handled 8,687 TEUs of export cargo, an over 30 per cent rise as against 6,606 TEUs recorded in April 2024. This was made known in a press statement […] The post Export volume rises by 30% in 1 month at APM Terminals Apapa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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