18 m. ago Obidient movement strengthens grassroots network, welcomes Atiku’s statesmanship ahead of 2027 polls

From Billy Graham Abel, Yola The Obidient Movement has intensified its grassroots mobilisation across the North-East as part of renewed efforts to consolidate its structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the inauguration of the Adamawa State and North-East executives of the movement in Yola, the Global Coordinator, Dr Yunusa Tanko, said the […] The post Obidient movement strengthens grassroots network, welcomes Atiku’s statesmanship ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 m. ago Tinubu insensitive to Nigeria’s worsening security crisis — ADC

Tribune Online Tinubu insensitive to Nigeria’s worsening security crisis — ADC “Nigeria is under attack. This administration must stop pretending otherwise. They must stop treating national security as..." Tinubu insensitive to Nigeria’s worsening security crisis — ADC Tribune Online

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38 m. ago Kaduna: Governor releases ₦2.3bn for retirees, families of deceased workers

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has approved the release of ₦2.321 billion for the settlement of pension entitlements, gratuities and death benefits to retirees and families of deceased civil servants across the state. The disbursement covers Accrued Rights under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and Gratuity/Death Benefits under the old Defined […] The post Kaduna: Governor releases ₦2.3bn for retirees, families of deceased workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 m. ago 10 days on: 17 kidnapped boat passengers remain unaccounted for

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar About 17 boat passengers travelling from Calabar to Oron have so far spent 10 days with their abductors. The passengers, numbering 17, were kidnapped midstream on their way to Oron last Thursday. The abduction, which sparked concerns among travellers, was confirmed by the State Police Command. However, 10 days on, there […] The post 10 days on: 17 kidnapped boat passengers remain unaccounted for appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 m. ago Eric Chelle Makes Late Changes To Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of 2026 W/Cup Qualifiers

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two last-minute adjustments to Nigeria’s 23-man squad ahead of the final 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. The changes come after injuries ruled out forward Cyriel Dessers and winger Bright Osayi-Samuel. In their places, Chelle has called up Uche Christantus to replace Dessers, […] The post Eric Chelle Makes Late Changes To Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of 2026 W/Cup Qualifiers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Veteran Journalist, Broadcaster Aliyu Abubakar Getso Dies In Kano

Veteran journalist and renowned broadcaster, Aliyu Abubakar Getso, has passed away in Kano State. His death was confirmed by his daughter, Aisha Getso, in a Facebook post early on Sunday. She disclosed that her father died at about 3:00 a.m. at his residence in Jambulu, Kano. In her post written in Hausa, Aisha announced: “To […] The post Veteran Journalist, Broadcaster Aliyu Abubakar Getso Dies In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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72 m. ago NDLEA Arrests Six Suspects Attempting To Smuggle Multiple Cocaine Consignments To UK

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled two major drug trafficking syndicates attempting to smuggle multiple consignments of cocaine to the United Kingdom, arresting six suspects, including the alleged ringleader, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode. According to the agency, the breakthrough followed a series of intelligence-led operations conducted over three weeks across Lagos State, […] The post NDLEA Arrests Six Suspects Attempting To Smuggle Multiple Cocaine Consignments To UK appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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76 m. ago Troops Neutralize Bandits Blocking Kankara–Yantumaki Road In Katsina, Recover Stolen Motorcycles

Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) have successfully neutralized several bandits who mounted a blockade on the Kankara–Yantumaki Road in Katsina State, robbing unsuspecting commuters on Friday. The incident was disclosed in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) by security analyst, Bakatsine, on Saturday. According to him, the operatives engaged the armed bandits […] The post Troops Neutralize Bandits Blocking Kankara–Yantumaki Road In Katsina, Recover Stolen Motorcycles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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82 m. ago NUJ Reacts As Journalists Arrested By DSS At APC Chair’s Mum’s Funeral Regain Freedom

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commended the prompt release of its members, Ruth Marcus and Keshia Jang of Jay 101.9 FM, Jos, Plateau State, from detention after their arrest while covering the funeral of the late mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe. Recall that the two […]

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1 hour ago Bauchi: Governor Mohammed proposes 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The Bauchi State Committee on Chiefdoms and Emirates has recommended the creation of 13 new emirates, two chiefdoms, and 111 districts across the state. This was disclosed by the Chairman, Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam, while presenting the recommendations of the committee to Governor Bala Mohammed, at Government House, Bauchi, on Friday. […] The post Bauchi: Governor Mohammed proposes 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Alake urges shift from extraction to industrialisation at African Mining Week

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development and Chairman of the African Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), Dr Dele Alake, has called for a strategic shift in Africa’s approach to its vast mineral wealth, urging a move from extractive dependence to transformative industrialisation. Delivering the keynote address at the African Mining Week, themed […] The post Alake urges shift from extraction to industrialisation at African Mining Week appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Benue: TUDA petitions Tinubu, Alia over recent killings in Jato

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Turan Development Association (TUDA) has petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Benue state Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia over the recent killings of five innocent citizens of Jato-Aka, Kwande Local Government Area, Benue State, demanding urgent national attention, accountability, and justice. Recall that some citizens of Kwande LGA, including […] The post Benue: TUDA petitions Tinubu, Alia over recent killings in Jato-Aka, calls for justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria needs investor protection framework to restore confidence, CPPE says

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called on the Nigerian government to create a comprehensive legal read more Nigeria needs investor protection framework to restore confidence, CPPE says

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2 h. ago Kano: Residents, shop owners decry slow pace of reconstruction work at Zungeru road

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Residents of Zungeru Road in Sabon-Gari Area of Kano State have decried the slow pace of work at the Zungeru Road reconstruction site. The 3.6-kilometre project was awarded in May 2025 by the state government but has recorded little progress in recent weeks, fuelling complaints and protests from residents. Daily Sun […] The post Kano: Residents, shop owners decry slow pace of reconstruction work at Zungeru road appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago HEI, Healthcare Federation of Nigeria sign MoU for medical trust fund

The Health Emergency Initiative (HEI) and the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to read more HEI, Healthcare Federation of Nigeria sign MoU for medical trust fund

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3 h. ago Oyo: Appeal Court quashes suspension of NURTW by Governor Makinde

By Lukman Olabiyi The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has overturned the suspension of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the state, declaring the action taken by Governor Seyi Makinde in 2019 as unlawful. Governor Makinde had, on Friday, May 31, 2019, proscribed the activities of the NURTW in […] The post Oyo: Appeal Court quashes suspension of NURTW by Governor Makinde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Alake to African nations: Leverage mineral wealth for industrialisation

Dele Alake, Nigeria’minister of solid minerals development, has urged African nations to transform their vast mineral wealth into a foundation read more Alake to African nations: Leverage mineral wealth for industrialisation

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3 h. ago Borno CAN urges Nigerians to make right choices for national renewal

Tribune Online Borno CAN urges Nigerians to make right choices for national renewal CAN, Borno State chapter, has urged Nigerians to make the right choices and take responsibility for the progress of the country rather than blaming leaders alone for its challenges. Borno CAN urges Nigerians to make right choices for national renewal Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Arewa Think Tank responds to US senator over religious violence comments

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT), has challenged a United States senator, Ted Cruz, over a move to sanction Nigerian leaders over alleged religious violence claims in the country. The lawmaker wrote on his X, “Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act would target these officials with powerful sanctions and other tools. […] The post Arewa Think Tank responds to US senator over religious violence comments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago World Teachers’ Day: Union Laments 194,000 Teacher Shortage In Nigeria

As the world marked the World Teachers’ Day, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed deep concern over what it described as a worsening crisis in the nation’s education sector, citing an alarming shortage of qualified teachers and unfulfilled government promises. The National President of the NUT, Comrade Audu Titus Amba, spoke at the […]

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