62 m. ago 2027: Aregbesola stakes pride, mobilises against Tinubu in Lagos

…As ADC tests strength in tomorrow’s by-elections across 14 states From Ismail Omipidan, Abuja The crowd was not as intimidating as the usual Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola’s Lagos crowd. It was an indication that Aregbesola is now more of a political isolate in Lagos, a place where he once wielded tremendous influence. Yet, his message at […] The post 2027: Aregbesola stakes pride, mobilises against Tinubu in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 m. ago Procurement Professionals Blame Quacks For Substandard Projects

The Association of Procurement Professionals of Nigeria (APPON) has blamed the engagement of unqualified persons or quacks in the procurement and supply chain management for substandard projects across the country, such as failed roads and collapsed buildings. The president of APPON Dr Emem Kanico, disclosed this at the 5th Annual National Conference of the association,  […]

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66 m. ago Nigeria and the exaggerated fear of Genetically Modified (GM) crops

By Bennett C. Nwanguma As someone who was involved in the advocacy for the passage of the Nigerian Biosafety Bill by the 7th and 8th National Assemblies, before it was finally signed into law by President Goodluck Jonathan in April 2015, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to contribute to the on-going discussion about […] The post Nigeria and the exaggerated fear of Genetically Modified (GM) crops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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79 m. ago Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. He said that the administration […] The post Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Edun: FG clears N2trn capital budget arrears, raises states’ surplus to N7.1trn

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government has fully settled over N2 trillion in outstanding capital budget commitments from the 2024 fiscal year, leaving no pending obligations unprocessed. Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced the payment on Thursday at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja. Edun said the settlement was made […] The post Edun: FG clears N2trn capital budget arrears, raises states’ surplus to N7.1trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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83 m. ago Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has rejected the Federal Government’s Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) programme, describing it as a distraction and a scheme that could perpetually enslave workers. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NAAT President, Ibeji Nwokoma, said members of the association do not require loans […] The post Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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98 m. ago New tenancy bill to protect tenants, landlords, boost investor confidence – LASG

The Lagos State Government has taken a decisive step toward reforming landlord–tenant relations with the introduction of the Lagos State Tenancy Bill 2025, a key legislation aimed at protecting both tenants and landlords, while unlocking fresh investments in the state’s booming real estate sector. Speaking at the public hearing on the bill, held on Wednesday […] The post New tenancy bill to protect tenants, landlords, boost investor confidence – LASG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago FG centralises C of O, permit, shoreline approvals under OSGOF

The Federal Government has directed that all applications for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), permits, and survey plans along Nigeria’s shorelines must now be routed exclusively through the Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGOF), following its recent move to the Presidency. Surveyor General of the Federation, Mr. Abudulganiyu Adeyemi Adebomehin, made […] The post FG centralises C of O, permit, shoreline approvals under OSGOF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Emmanuel Eni’s Light Paintings shine a stark light on fragile world

By Damiete Braide Nigerian artist, poet, and sculptor based in Germany, Emmanuel Eni, popularly known as Blackman in European Kitchen, recently opened his latest solo art exhibition, From Heaven to Hell, in the Bavarian town of Schwarzenbach am Wald, Germany. The event, held last week, drew a packed hall of art lovers, diplomats, and local […] The post Emmanuel Eni’s Light Paintings shine a stark light on fragile world appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Coronation anniversary: Rhapsodies as Eze Oji celebrates Aro renaissance

By Henry Akubuiro Before the Anglo-Aro War in 1901-1902, Arochukwu was the most formidable Igbo kingdom, whose legacy stretched across the length and breadth of Igboland and adjacent locales in Nigeria and beyond. Till this day, Igbo history and culture is incomplete without mentioning Arochukwu and the Aro Confederacy and what it represented in the […] The post Coronation anniversary: Rhapsodies as Eze Oji celebrates Aro renaissance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity

By Fred Itua When the chronicles of Edo’s educational history are written, the chapter on Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, under Governor Monday Okpebholo will stand as a masterclass in purposeful leadership. In less than a year, a once-prestigious institution teetering on the brink of collapse has been pulled back from academic oblivion and set […] The post From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria squandered $25bn on subsidies in 2022 – Interior Minister

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government has disclosed that in 2022, a year before President Bola Tinubu took over power, Nigeria spent $25 billion in subsidies. While the country spent about $10 billion on foreign subsidies, it also spent about $15 billion on forex subsidies. But,  the country was spending less than $10 billion […] The post Nigeria squandered $25bn on subsidies in 2022 – Interior Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Gov Mbah commissions 5 ultramodern transport terminals, 100 mass transit CNG buses in Enugu

In a major move to revolutionise transportation in Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah, yesterday, inaugurated five ultramodern transport terminals in various parts of the state in line with his integrated blueprint for a modern and multimodal transport ecosystem. Mbah also launched 100 CNG Mass Transit buses, the Enugu State Modern Transport System, as well as […] The post Gov Mbah commissions 5 ultramodern transport terminals, 100 mass transit CNG buses in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago We’re equipping operators with skills to tackle property industry scams – Abdul, Metro & Castle MD

By Maduka Nweke nwekemaduka88@gmail.com Metro & Castle Managing Director, Adekunle Abdul, says the company is arming real estate operators with the knowledge and skills to outsmart fraudsters and clean up Nigeria’s property market. He brings to the real estate sector a wealth of executive management experience built on more than 15 years in the downstream […] The post We’re equipping operators with skills to tackle property industry scams – Abdul, Metro & Castle MD appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Email etiquette in the digital age: Beyond grammar and punctuation

Last week, I received an email that made me cringe. The grammar was perfect, the punctuation flawless, but the tone was so harsh it could have frozen coffee. The sender—a department head—had technically followed every rule we’d discussed in previous columns, yet the message landed like a slap across the face. This got me thinking: […] The post Email etiquette in the digital age: Beyond grammar and punctuation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Bibi Bello: Building legacy of excellence that attracts people to God

By Damiete Braide For Bibi Bello, music is more than just a profession; it is a divine tool in God’s hands, designed to heal, restore and draw people to His presence. In fact, Bibi’s life as a gospel singer, worship leader and corporate attorney revolves around a singular mission: to reveal Jesus and win souls […] The post Bibi Bello: Building legacy of excellence that attracts people to God appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Subsidy Removal Has Helped Me Fulfil Campaign Promises To Enugu People” – Gov Mbah

Enugu Governor Peter Mbah on Thursday credited the Federal Government’s subsidy removal for funding state infrastructure projects. The Governor made the declaration at the Government House, Enugu, during a courtesy visit by a Federal Government delegation led by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. The visit was part of activities lined up […] The post “Subsidy Removal Has Helped Me Fulfil Campaign Promises To Enugu People” – Gov Mbah appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago My Ideal Man Must Have Private Jet, Yacht, No Baby Mama – Tiwa Savage

Award-winning Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has shared that she has set high standards for her next romantic partner, joking that her particular requirements could be why she’s “still single.” In a recent Apple Music 1 interview, posted X on Thursday, the singer discussed her 2023 hit ‘Somebody’s Son’ and shared the traits she looks for […] The post My Ideal Man Must Have Private Jet, Yacht, No Baby Mama – Tiwa Savage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago VeryDarkMan Questions Accountability After Dangote Truck Accident Leaves Phyna’s Sister In Critical Condition

Nigerian social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has claimed that Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, may avoid legal consequences following an accident that left Big Brother Naija star Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor, critically injured. The accident occurred at Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State and involved a Dangote Group truck, which allegedly struck Ruth and the commercial […] The post VeryDarkMan Questions Accountability After Dangote Truck Accident Leaves Phyna’s Sister In Critical Condition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has signed an agreement with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost read more NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

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