1 hour ago Wike: I’m unhappy but Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration in Rivers was right

• Says he wanted Fubara out   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday, for the first time, expressed his displeasure over President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, but acknowledged that the decision was necessary given the ongoing political crisis. President […] The post Wike: I’m unhappy but Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration in Rivers was right appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Jigawa Collaborates With UNICEF To Immunise 1.6m Children Against Polio

The Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has concluded arrangements to launch a special immunisation campaign against polio, targeting over 1.6 million children in the state. This was disclosed by  Mr. Shehu  Ibrahim, Immunisation Project Manager, Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Agency, during a media dialogue held at Tahir Hotel, […]

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4 h. ago Femi Falana Calls For Federal Intervention In Rivers Sole Administrator’s Defiance

Prominent human rights advocate and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has urged the immediate removal of Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas from his position as Sole Administrator in Rivers State. Falana’s demand stems from what he describes as a violation of due process and outright disregard for President Bola Tinubu’s authority. In a […] The post Femi Falana Calls For Federal Intervention In Rivers Sole Administrator’s Defiance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Shehu Sani warns Tinubu against tribal favouritism in governance

A former lawmaker and human rights activist, Senator Shehu Sani, has issued a strong warning to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to avoid the pitfalls of tribal favouritism in governance. Speaking on recent criticisms aimed at the Tinubu-led government, Sani said this during a live broadcast on Channels TV’s “Politics Today” on Thursday. He questioned Read More

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16 h. ago Rivers: Falana demands sack of Sole Administrator for flouting presidential order

By John Ogunsemore Popular human rights lawyer, Femi Falana SAN said the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas has run afoul of constitutional procedure and flouted President Bola Tinubu’s directives and should be removed. Falana stated this in a statement released on Thursday. The president appointed Ibas, a former Chief of Naval Staff, as […] The post Rivers: Falana demands sack of Sole Administrator for flouting presidential order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students

By Oluseye Ojo Almost ₦50 billion has been disbursed by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to over 500,000 students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has disclosed. The disclosure was made by the Oyo State Director of NOA, Dr Olukemi Afolayan, when she featured on a live television programme – […] The post Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday signaled that it is likely to revise its global growth projections downward due read more IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

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21 h. ago “Only Prostitutes Use Passwords On Their Phones In Marriage” – Lege Miami

Lege Miami, an actor and self-styled relationship expert, has stated that married women who use passwords on their phones are “prostitutes” and should leave their homes. According to him, men have the right to secure their phones and engage in extramarital affairs, but women are not granted the same privilege. In a video shared on […] The post “Only Prostitutes Use Passwords On Their Phones In Marriage” – Lege Miami appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Oyo Ministry of Works clarifies removal of illegal structures on Ojoo

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Oyo State Ministry of Public Works and Transport has clarified the demolition of structures along the Ojoo-Akinyele Interchange, stating it aligns with Federal Ministry of Works directives on the Right of Way (ROW) for federal roads. In a statement by Commissioner Professor Dahud Kehinde Shangodoyin, the Ministry noted that the […] The post Oyo Ministry of Works clarifies removal of illegal structures on Ojoo-Akinyele Interchange appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Ondo leverages pension funds for infrastructure development—Gov Aiyedatiwa

PenCom seeks amendment to Ondo Pension Law From Henry Uche Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has announced that the state is exploring the use of pension funds to drive infrastructural development. The governor made the statement on Tuesday, April 15, at a meeting in Akure with a delegation from the National Pension Commission (PenCom), […] The post Ondo leverages pension funds for infrastructure development—Gov Aiyedatiwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Savant Artist Toby Seeks Support Fund For Persons With Special Needs

Multi-talented autistic artist, Tobechi Achionye, fondly known as Toby, has called for the creation of a support fund to ensure inclusive education, therapy, creative empowerment, and awareness programmes for persons with special needs. Toby made the call during a world news conference to mark the 2025 Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month on Tuesday in Abuja. […]

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26 h. ago US Threatens To Strip Harvard Varsity Of Right To Admit Nigerians, Other Foreign Students

The United States Department of Homeland Security said Harvard University will lose its privilege to enroll foreign students if it does not meet the Trump administration’s requirements to share information on some visa holders. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also announced on Wednesday that two DHS grants totalling more than $2.7 million to […]

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26 h. ago 8,196 Nigerians benefit from PTDF scholarship in 20 years – Agboola

From Isaac Job, Uyo Mrs Bolanle Kehinde Agboola, Head of Overseas Scholarship at the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), has disclosed that 8,196 Nigerians have been recipients of PTDF scholarships over the past 20 years. Speaking on Wednesday at a one-day sensitisation workshop for students at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom, Agboola said the […] The post 8,196 Nigerians benefit from PTDF scholarship in 20 years – Agboola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has raised concerns over unethical practices in the disbursement of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), alleging that some tertiary institutions, in collusion with banks, are diverting student loans for personal gain. Speaking on Thursday in Abeokuta, NANS National Vice President for Inter-Campus and […] The post NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Ethical AI can transform global healthtech—If we scale it right

Artificial intelligence has the power to revolutionise HealthTech, not by simply building smarter systems but by crafting technologies that serve read more Ethical AI can transform global healthtech—If we scale it right

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35 h. ago FG Launches Capacity Building Workshop For Kano Social Workers

The federal government has launched a two-day capacity-building workshop in Kano State to equip social workers with the tools needed to address various social and humanitarian challenges. The workshop, organised by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Disabled Persons, Kano State, […]

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36 h. ago Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners

By Adewale Sanyaolu Dangote Petroleum Refinery yesterday announced a fresh deal with its key retail partners, reducing petrol pump retail price from N920 to N890 per litre. Daily Sun had exclusively reported on Tuesday the reversal of a fuel price cut arrangement earlier announced by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and its three key fuel retail partners […] The post Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago ECOWAS At 50: Stakeholders Urge Reforms To Prevent Regional Disintegration

As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) approaches its 50th anniversary, stakeholders from various sectors have expressed deep concern over the bloc’s future, emphasising the urgent need for structural reforms to avert potential disintegration. Speaking at a high-level convening organised by the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) in partnership with the West […]

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41 h. ago Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors

Osun State has attracted a major financial commitment from the United Kingdom as Governor Ademola Adeleke secured a $100 million investment deal during a recent economic mission abroad. The agreement, signed with British investors, marks a significant milestone in the state’s effort to boost development across multiple sectors. According to a statement issued by Adeleke’s […] The post Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Court orders final forfeiture of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank’s N6.6bn shares, N42.4m, $26.44 in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja On Tuesday, April 15, Justice F.N. Ogazi of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, ordered the final forfeiture of 2,041,087,747 units of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank Plc shares, valued at N6,674,356,932.69, along with N42,461,096.66 and $26.44 in funds. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) traced these assets to Cititrust Holdings […] The post Court orders final forfeiture of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank’s N6.6bn shares, N42.4m, $26.44 in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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