12 h. ago Tinubu appoints Ekiti varsity’s governing council, FUHSO pro

President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers of the new Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. “Senator Binta Garba has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson of the Governing Council,” Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, revealed Read More

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13 h. ago Uphill task: Cross River’s battle to restore Obudu mountain’s resort fading glory

EMEM JULIUS examines the planned revival of the Obudu Mountain Resort by the Cross River State Government after it recently took over the facility, which used to be Nigeria’s tourism destination in years gone by Defunct regional governments established ranches as part of their agricultural policies, and those ranches contributed immensely to revenue generation, job Read More

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17 h. ago Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Elder statesman and former Military Administrator of Abia State, Air Vice Marshal Frank O Ajobena (retd), has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara while declaring a state of emergency in Rivers, describing the President’s action as autocratic. Ajobena argued that while President Tinubu can declare a […] The post Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule

Tribune Online Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule The Association of Nigerian Professionals in Europe (ANPE) has condemned the recent imposition of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reverse the decision and restore democratic governance in the oil-producing state. Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro

Tribune Online Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro-chancellor President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers for the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. Leading the university’s Governing Council is Senator Binta Masi Garba, who has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson. A seasoned politician, businesswoman, and administrator, […] Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro-chancellor Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Natasha Recall: Emissaries Of Kogi Central Petitioners Have No Address, Phone Numbers — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the representatives of the petitioners seeking the racall of the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central senatorial district from the National Assembly, did not provide their contact address, telephone number(s) and e-mail address(es) in the covering letter accompanying their petition to the Commission. INEC said the provision […]

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24 h. ago Obi Is A Failed Politician, Lacks Democratic Credentials, Says Tinubu’s Aide Bwala

Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Policy, Daniel Bwala, has described the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi as a failed politician. Bwala, via a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, claimed that the former Anambra State governor lacked knowledge of the true […]

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28 h. ago Rivers administrator, Ibas, appoints Ibibi Worika as new SSG

Tribune Online Rivers administrator, Ibas, appoints Ibibi Worika as new SSG The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has appointed Prof. Ibibi Worika as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). Rivers administrator, Ibas, appoints Ibibi Worika as new SSG Tribune Online

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34 h. ago FAO plans $200m investment for cocoa, oil palm in Cross River, Ondo

•To restore 18,000 hectares of degraded land The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has unveiled plans to restore 18,000 hectares of degraded land in Cross River and Ondo states, aiming to boost sustainable cocoa and oil palm cultivation while attracting up to $200 million in investments into Nigeria’s agricultural value chain. Ms. Nifesimi Ogunkua, FAO […] The post FAO plans $200m investment for cocoa, oil palm in Cross River, Ondo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Police confirm looting of Tinubu’s ‘Iftar’ donations in Gombe

A truck carrying food items that included oil and sugar, intended for ‘Iftar’, the Muslims’ breaking of fast period, meant for distribution in the northern part of the country, was hijacked in Gombe State, Arewa PUNCH confirms. According to DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Public Relations Officer of the Gombe Police Command, the hijacking occurred because Read More

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36 h. ago Rivers: Group rejects administrator’s alleged plan to appoint LG caretakers

A group, the Rivers Emancipation Movement, has vowed to take to the streets if the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) appoints administrators to take charge of the 23 local government areas of the state. Information filtered through at the weekend that Ibas, who President Bola Tinubu appointed on March 18, Read More

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41 h. ago Adeleke vows clampdown on communal conflicts as community urges Tinubu’s intervention

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday, visited areas affected by the communal clashes in Ilobu, Ifon and Erin Osun communities, condemning the large-scale destruction of properties. Adeleke charged the security agents to go after the perpetrators. What initially started as boundary disputes between Ifon and Ilobu communities in the early hours of last Friday, Read More

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43 h. ago Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court The PDP governors, comprising those of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states, argued that the President lacks the constitutional power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor, contending that the appointment of a sole administrator is unconstitutional. Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court Tribune Online

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43 h. ago Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers Is A Treasonable Offence – Kenneth Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a former Labor Party member, has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose an emergency rule in Rivers State, suspending elected officials in the process. Okonkwo deemed Tinubu’s actions as treasonable and criminal, questioning the constitutionality of the declaration. He expressed concerns over the implications of this move, highlighting the potential undermining […] The post Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers Is A Treasonable Offence – Kenneth Okonkwo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Hajj 2025: Gov Uba Sani appoints Emir of Kauru as Amirul hajj

Tribune Online Hajj 2025: Gov Uba Sani appoints Emir of Kauru as Amirul hajj The Governor of Kaduna State Senator Uba Sani, has appointed the Emir of Kauru, His Royal Highness, Ya’u Shehu Usman as the Amirul Hajj and leader of the Government delegation for the 2025 Hajj exercise. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibraheem Musa, and made available to newsmen […] Hajj 2025: Gov Uba Sani appoints Emir of Kauru as Amirul hajj Tribune Online

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44 h. ago ‘I’ll Talk When There’s Something To Say On Tinubu’s Govt – Wole Soyinka

Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has pushed back against Nigerians expecting him to assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration on their timeline. Soyinka emphasised that he’ll speak out when he feels it’s necessary, not because of external pressure. He pointed out that evaluating the government is a collective effort, noting that other prominent voices like Femi Falana, […] The post ‘I’ll Talk When There’s Something To Say On Tinubu’s Govt – Wole Soyinka appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14

Tribune Online Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14 A Chief Magistrate's Court in Calabar, Cross River State, has ordered that Inspector Effiong Bassey be held at the Nigerian Correctional Centre in Afokang, Calabar South. Court remands killer cop in prison, adjourns hearing to April 14 Tribune Online

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44 h. ago Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone and Akwa Ibom Area Command of the Nigerian Customs Service has apprehended a wildlife trafficker with 346 rare bird heads and other animal specimens in Cross River State. The Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Gabriel Ogbonna, disclosed this at the Customs House in […] The post Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago ‘Keep faith with Tinubu’s govt,’ presidential aide begs youths

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Rinsola Abiola, has urged Nigerian youths to keep faith with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Abiola assured the youth that their interests and concerns remain a priority. Abiola, one of the daughters of the late MKO Abiola, said Tinubu had consistently demonstrated his support for Read More

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49 h. ago Cross River launches probe into illegal sale of N400m varsity assets

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State government has launched an investigation into the irregular auctioning of assets belonging to the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The illegal sales are alleged to have been conducted by members of the immediate past Governing Council of the institution. Multiple petitions by concerned individuals accuse the […] The post Cross River launches probe into illegal sale of N400m varsity assets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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