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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7 h. ago Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has extended his warm congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, on his election as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church. In a statement released on Wednesday, Senator Kalu described the emergence […] The post Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has signed a law establishing five autonomous communities in Effium, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, to foster lasting peace amid a conflict between Effium indigenes and Ezza-Effium residents since January 2021. The clash, sparked by a leadership dispute at Effium Market, has claimed numerous lives and destroyed […] The post Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Revival of Qua River Hotels will boost tourism in Akwa Ibom, says group

The Ekid People's Union (EPU), a socio-cultural group, has appealed to Governor  Umo Eno to rehabilitate the long-abandoned Qua River Hotels. read more Revival of Qua River Hotels will boost tourism in Akwa Ibom, says group

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13 h. ago Ekiti PDP’s Oluyede praises unity at LG Congress, eyes 2026 win

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Dr Wole Oluyede, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial aspirant for Ekiti State’s 2026 election, has praised party members for their zeal in ensuring a smooth, rancour-free Local Government (LG) Congress across all 16 LGAs on Wednesday. The congress, directed by the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC), elected officials to strengthen […] The post Ekiti PDP’s Oluyede praises unity at LG Congress, eyes 2026 win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago PDP Local Government Congress in Ekiti hailed as peaceful by Olafeso

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State held its Local Government Congress on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, to elect new executives across the state’s 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs). Dr Eddy Olafeso, Chairman of the Electoral Panel, praised the peaceful and successful conduct of the exercise. The congress began with […] The post PDP Local Government Congress in Ekiti hailed as peaceful by Olafeso appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago First Lady Supports Imo Govt Healthcare Policy With 100–Bed Facility

The Imo State governor,  Hope Uzodimma has stressed that his administration is committed to reducing maternal and child mortality linked to inadequate facilities and healthcare access. Uzodimma spoke  at the inauguration of the 100-bed Senator Oluremi Tinubu Mother and Child Centre in Awo-Omamma, Imo State, a project initiated by Nigeria’s first lady to boost the […]

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18 h. ago Silica Sand Excavation Threatens Water Supply In Kano Communities

The ongoing excavation of silica sand along the northern bank of River Wudil is posing a serious threat to the Wudil Regional Water Supply Scheme, endangering the availability of potable water in Wudil, Gaya, and parts of Warawa and Dawakin Kudu local government areas of Kano State. The Kano State Water Board raised the alarm […]

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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 Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize decisive action against terrorism over convening more national security summits. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Sani reacted to the Senate’s latest move to hold a two-day national summit on insecurity. The Senate had resolved to set up an ad hoc committee […] The post Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Makinde Backs Police With Vehicles, Vows To Prioritise Security In Oyo

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has commended the Nigeria Police Force for their efforts in sustaining peace and security across Oyo State and the nation. He gave the commendation on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 11, AIG Fred Ikokotu, to the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, […] The post Makinde Backs Police With Vehicles, Vows To Prioritise Security In Oyo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago We’ve disbursed N24bn to 293,000 students, N30bn to 303 institutions –NELFund

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The National Education Loan Fund (NELFund) said it has disbursed N24 billion to 293,000 students and another N30 billion to 303 institutions nationwide, making a total of N54 billion, since the commencement of the scheme. Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, who stated this while briefing the House of Representatives Committee on NELFund, […] The post We’ve disbursed N24bn to 293,000 students, N30bn to 303 institutions –NELFund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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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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30 h. ago Viral video: FG counters Oyakhilome’s advocacy on salt intake

By John Ogunsemore The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has warned that excess intake of salt can cause health challenges, including high blood pressure, stroke and heart failure. The ministry stated this in a Wednesday statement signed by its Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, Alaba Balogun. The ministry was reacting to […] The post Viral video: FG counters Oyakhilome’s advocacy on salt intake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Labour Party Suspends Gov Otti, Senator Kingibe, Others Over Anti

The Labour Party (LP) has announced the indefinite suspension of six high-ranking members, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti, Senator Ireti Kingibe, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, Hon. Amobi Ogah, and Hon. Seyi Sowunmi. The suspension was confirmed following the conclusion of an internal investigation by the party’s disciplinary committee. The panel was […] The post Labour Party Suspends Gov Otti, Senator Kingibe, Others Over Anti-Party Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Boko Haram Deploying Armed Drones Against Civilians In Borno – Lawmaker Warns

A member of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Jaha, has raised alarm over the increasing sophistication of Boko Haram attacks in Borno State, revealing that the insurgents are now deploying armed drones against civilians and security forces. Jaha, who represents Damboa/Gwoza/Chibok federal constituency, made this revelation during a motion debate on a recent fire incident […] The post Boko Haram Deploying Armed Drones Against Civilians In Borno – Lawmaker Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago NELFUND Boss Warns Institutions Against Sabotaging Student Loan Scheme

The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr has warned institutions against hoarding information about the disbursement of student loans to beneficiaries. Sawyerr gave the warning in Abuja on Wednesday while speaking with journalists on the third day of a stakeholder engagement session/workshop on NELFUND system automation and loan application processes. […]

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33 h. ago FG establishes task force to expedite cash transfers to 15 million households

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government launched an inter-agency task force to accelerate conditional cash transfers to 15 million vulnerable Nigerian households, a flagship initiative under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The task force, announced during the inaugural meeting of the Technical Committee of the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion (PreCEFI) […] The post FG establishes task force to expedite cash transfers to 15 million households appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago NELFUND Debunks Alleged Diversion Of N54bn Student Loan Funds

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has debunked reports of alleged diversion of the scheme’s funds amounting to N54billion. The Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, stated this when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee oversighting the agency, to clear its name of the alleged irregularities in the administration and disbursement of student […]

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35 h. ago Don’t give publicity to bandits, terrorists – Minister begs media

By John Ogunsemore The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has asked media professionals not to grant undue publicity to terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements threatening the peace and security of the country. Idris made the appeal at the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held on Wednesday at […] The post Don’t give publicity to bandits, terrorists – Minister begs media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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