70 m. ago ‘Amaechi Has Spiritual Problem, I Risked My Life To Make Him Gov’, Wike Alleges

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that he risked his life and spent all he had to make his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi, the governor of Rivers State in 2007. During an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Friday night, Wike made the revelations where he accused Amaechi of deceit, hypocrisy, and […]

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1 hour ago Wike Accuses Amaechi’s Wife Of Misappropriating N4bn NDDC Funds

Former Rivers State governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on his predecessor and political rival, Rotimi Amaechi, accusing Amaechi’s wife of misappropriating N4 billion meant for the training of Niger Delta women. Wike made the allegation during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, where […]

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2 h. ago FCT police nab 6 over Abuja market killing, restore normalcy

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), police command has announced the arrest of six suspects over the killing of an innocent man that triggered unrest at Gosa Market located along the Abuja Airport Road. The incident, which caused pandemonium among customers, traders and residents, followed the death of a man accused of […] The post FCT police nab 6 over Abuja market killing, restore normalcy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago FCT transformation, product of my deliberate reforms — Tinubu

Tribune Online FCT transformation, product of my deliberate reforms — Tinubu "For too long, those who lived beyond the city centre have watched development happen from..." FCT transformation, product of my deliberate reforms — Tinubu Tribune Online

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5 h. ago NSCDC nabs 16 suspects for vandalising telecom, other public infrastructure in FCT

Tribune Online NSCDC nabs 16 suspects for vandalising telecom, other public infrastructure in FCT "These assets are not for aesthetics, they are essential to make life more meaningful for the residents of the FCT. We must ensure their protection; that is why we are here." NSCDC nabs 16 suspects for vandalising telecom, other public infrastructure in FCT Tribune Online

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6 h. ago FCT Court Orders Senate To Recall Senator Natasha, Says Six Months Suspension Unconstitutional

Justice Binta Nyako of a Federal High Court in Abuja, has faulted the suspension of Kogi State Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and nullified it. Justice Nyako also ordered the Senate to recall the suspended senator on grounds that her suspension for six months violated the Constitution and also denied her constituents of adequate representation. The judge […] The post FCT Court Orders Senate To Recall Senator Natasha, Says Six Months Suspension Unconstitutional appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Return Cashless Policy To Strengthen The Naira — Yul Edochie To Tinubu

Renowned Nigerian actor Yul Edochie has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to reinstate the cashless policy previously introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Sharing his thoughts via Instagram on Thursday, the actor pointed out that the cashless policy offered significant benefits, particularly in strengthening the economy and enhancing national security. […] The post Return Cashless Policy To Strengthen The Naira — Yul Edochie To Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago No Reps member embezzled FG’s N1bn constituency project — Rep Ogene

Tribune Online No Reps member embezzled FG’s N1bn constituency project — Rep Ogene The member representing Ogbaru Federal Constituency of Anambra State, Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, has debunked a rumour making the rounds amongst his constituents and on some social media platforms that he and his colleagues in the Green Chamber of the National Assembly embezzled a whopping N1 billion allegedly given to each of them by... No Reps member embezzled FG’s N1bn constituency project — Rep Ogene Tribune Online

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12 h. ago London Mayor Sadiq Khan to visit Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa

Sadiq Khan is to visit Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa to celebrate the cultural links between London and Africa and read more London Mayor Sadiq Khan to visit Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa

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12 h. ago ‘We Are Open To Music Collaboration Between Korea & Nigerian Artistes

Korean government has announced its openness to collaborations between Korea and Nigeria music. The statement came during the opening ceremony of the ‘K-Pop Meets Korea Traditional Music’, a part of the 2025 Touring K-Arts Programme, of the Korea Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, co-hosted by the […]

Culture

12 h. ago Writer Laments Proliferation Of Sham Arts Festivals By Inexperienced Creatives

Writer, essayist and editor, Paul Liam has lamented the rise of ‘mushroom’ arts and culture festivals organized by young, inexperienced writers. In his piece, ‘Note To Emerging Arts and Festival Curators’, Liam said that young writers and creatives, for the sake of being identified as curators, take on the herculean task of hosting art and […]

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14 h. ago FCT teachers may soon call off strike after Wike’s intervention

Tribune Online FCT teachers may soon call off strike after Wike’s intervention The agreement includes a N70,000 minimum wage for teachers, payment of 25%–35% salary arrears, a 40% peculiar allowance, the N35,000 wage award announced by the Federal Government, and... FCT teachers may soon call off strike after Wike’s intervention Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Isoko Group Seeks Development Of Gas Turbine Project In Niger Delta

The Isoko Renaissance Movement (IRM) has called on the federal government to develope the Isoko Gas Turbine project to ensure ample electricity supply in Isoko land. This was part of the demands made by the group at a peaceful protest by the group to the National Assembly on Thursday. Speaking during a peaceful protest on […]

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15 h. ago Ara captivates Shettima, Brazilian VP Alckmin at Villa reception

By Zika Bobby Nigeria’s pioneer female talking drummer and cultural ambassador, Aralola Olamuyiwa aka Ara, displayed a rare musical brilliance last weekend as she thrilled Vice President Kashim Shettima and Geraldo Alckmin, Vice President of Brazil, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.     In a historic showcase of cultural diplomacy, Ara captivated the distinguished personalities, […] The post Ara captivates Shettima, Brazilian VP Alckmin at Villa reception appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture

A galaxy of Nigerian celebrities converged on EbonyLife Place, Victoria Island, Lagos on Sunday, June 29 to celebrate a talkshow, The Culture League aimed to amplify African talent and cultural influence on a global scale. The star-studded launch of The Culture League, produced by Webek Studios, attracted notable personalities like Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro, media […] The post Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture -Esse Akwawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Farm Innovation Launches VetWiz 2.0 For Disease Surveillance

Farm Innovation Nigeria Ltd has officially launched VetWiz 2.0, an upgraded digital platform for animal disease diagnosis and real-time surveillance across Nigeria. The enhanced platform seeks to close critical data gaps in animal health, boost veterinary response, and strengthen public health systems, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Farm […]

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16 h. ago Wike’s Unprecedented Transformation Of FCT Deserves Applause – APC Chieftain

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has decried the recent protests against the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Wike, describing them as unfair and ethnically motivated. He disclosed this in a  statement released on Tuesday.Dr Aikoriogie lauded Wike’s leadership, noting […]

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16 h. ago Wike To ADC Coalition: Failed Politicians Can’t Save Nigeria

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on opposition politicians who recently took control of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), dismissing them as a “gang of failed and expired politicians” with no credible solutions for Nigeria’s challenges. At his monthly press briefing on Thursday, Wike criticised key coalition […]

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19 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago The weight of being first: Firstborns open up on sacrifices, pressure and pain

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In many Nigerian families, being firstborn is less a privilege and more of a lifelong responsibility. It is not just birth order, it is a role defined by culture, circumstance and unspoken expectations.   From early childhood, firstborns are drafted into caregiving roles, thrust into leadership and expected to sacrifice with […] The post The weight of being first: Firstborns open up on sacrifices, pressure and pain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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