33 m. ago Group Advocates Laws Against Sales Of Tobacco Products To Minors

Voices for Tobacco Control, a community of concerned Nigerians, has urged the Nigerian government to establish laws against the sales of e-cigarettes, vapes and flavoured tobacco products to minors in the country. The call formed part of the group’s activities lined up for the World No Tobacco Day on May 31, including a petition demanding […]

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5 h. ago Govs Alia, Lawal, Others Shun National Assembly Hearing Over Benue, Zamfara Assembly Crises

The Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, and his Zamfara State counterpart, Dauda Lawal, along with the leaderships of their respective State Houses of Assembly, were on Thursday absent at the investigative hearing of House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions in Abuja. The governors and leaderships of their State legislatures were to explain […]

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6 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Begin Extradition Of Simon Ekpa After Prosecution In Finland

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has disclosed that a leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Simon Ekpa, is currently facing trial in Finland. Prince Fagbemi made the revelation during a special engagement session organised to update Nigerians and stakeholders on the achievements of […]

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10 h. ago “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals

Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing social media activist VeryDarkMan, has shared an update after his client’s release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. VeryDarkMan was detained by the anti-graft agency for five days before being granted bail. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, Adeyanju expressed […] The post “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi and Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government plans to issue a N250 billion Sovereign Green Bond in October 2025, with a N50 billion bond scheduled for late May, Environment Minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal announced at the eighth Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Nigeria, the first African nation to launch a Sovereign Green […] The post Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Matawalle Meets Chinese Defence Firm To Bolster Nigeria’s Anti

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has engaged in a high-level security meeting with a leading Chinese manufacturer of advanced anti-terrorism and high-tech defence equipment, aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s defence capabilities. The meeting, which took place in China, underscored the Federal Government’s commitment to modernising the nation’s security apparatus to combat […]

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13 h. ago Ministry of Police Affairs, PSC strengthen ties for police reforms

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Ministry of Police Affairs and the Police Service Commission (PSC) are set to deepen collaboration to enhance recruitment, promotion, and training within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Dr Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, made the call during a courtesy visit to PSC Chairman DIG Hashimu Argungu (retd) […] The post Ministry of Police Affairs, PSC strengthen ties for police reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The federal government has adopted the National Energy Transition Policy, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2060 through a just and inclusive energy transition. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and NEITI Board Chairman, announced this at the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) Board retreat in Umuahia, […] The post Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 – Akume appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Stop Promoting Terrorism On Your Front Pages — FG Begs Media

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has appealed to Nigerian media outlets to exercise greater discretion in their coverage of terrorism and violent extremism. The Minister warned that undue publicity can embolden criminal groups and undermine national security. Speaking on Wednesday at the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held […] The post Stop Promoting Terrorism On Your Front Pages — FG Begs Media appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Blue Economy Policy Guide For Maritime Development – Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said that the newly approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy will serve as a strategic guide for the development of the marine and blue economy sector over the next ten years. Speaking to LEADERSHIP, the minister said the policy would also help Nigeria harness […]

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19 h. ago Badaru insists military has more sophisticated weapons than terrorists

Mohammed Badaru, Minister of Defence, has countered claims by Ahmed Jaha, a member of the House of Representatives, that terrorist read more Badaru insists military has more sophisticated weapons than terrorists

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19 h. ago Nigeria discontinues bilateral scholarships with foreign institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government has ended the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Programme with foreign institutions. However, domestic scholarship initiatives, including the Nigerian Scholarship Awards for public university and polytechnic students, bursaries for education students, and presidential scholarships for NYSC ex-corps members, remain unaffected. Education Minister Dr Tunji Alausa announced this in […] The post Nigeria discontinues bilateral scholarships with foreign institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The legal team of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has clarified that Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) was not involved in his recent arrest in Abuja. The statement addresses online speculation linking the bank to the incident. VDM’s arrest sparked widespread social media reactions. Some users claimed […] The post GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Kebbi, First Bank collaborate on industrialisation, economic development

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State government is collaborating with First Bank of Nigeria Plc to boost industrialisation and economic growth. The partnership aligns with Governor Nasir Idris’ vision for human and infrastructural development. Governor Idris announced this during a courtesy visit by First Bank’s Managing Director, Mr Olusegun Olabiyesu, at the Government […] The post Kebbi, First Bank collaborate on industrialisation, economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Governor Dr Dauda Lawal has declared a state of emergency on all primary healthcare centres across the state. The announcement followed his unscheduled visits to three facilities to assess the quality of services provided. The Ministry of Health’s Information Officer, Suleiman Isah, shared this in a statement. Governor Lawal […] The post Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago $700m CVFF: APFFLON urges creditworthiness checks on shipowners before disbursement

By Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, to carry out thorough verification of credit ratings of Nigerian shipowners before going ahead to disburse the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). In a letter to the Minister […] The post $700m CVFF: APFFLON urges creditworthiness checks on shipowners before disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago 24 federal tertiary institutions powered by solar energy –Alausa

Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has said that 24 federal institutions had been powered by solar energy under the ‘Energising Education Project’ of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Alausa, who spoke yesterday in Abuja, at the collaboration agreement signing ceremony with the vice chancellors of the beneficiary institutions, added that eight more universities had signed collaboration […] The post 24 federal tertiary institutions powered by solar energy –Alausa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Akpabio vs Natasha: Youth Group Wants UK To Deport Activist, Sandra Duru

A group, Arewa Youths Progressive Assembly has called on the United Kingdom to deport activist, Dr Sandra Duru for constituting public nuisance. This was contained in a statement made available to journalists signed by the group’s National President, Shuaibu Usman and the National Secretary, Abdul Kefas Gambo. Their demand came amid controversy stoked by Duru […]

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24 h. ago Deny terrorists, bandits publicity, Info minister urges media

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has appealed to media professionals to refrain from granting undue publicity to terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements threatening the peace and security of the country. Speaking at the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held at the National Press […] The post Deny terrorists, bandits publicity, Info minister urges media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary

Prominent Lagos monarch, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, Oniru of Iruland, yesterday, led a visit to Terra Kulture, as part of activities lined up to celebrate his fifth coronation anniversary. The visit is one of several institutional engagements scheduled in the lead-up to the anniversary, which holds on June 7. Oba Lawal acknowledged the […] The post Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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