4 h. ago Enugu Airport To Reopen Monday After Completion Of Emergency Repairs

The Federal Government has announced that the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, April 28, 2025, following the completion of emergency repairs. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, had earlier closed the airport after a critical rupture was discovered on a vital part of the runway. The sudden […] The post Enugu Airport To Reopen Monday After Completion Of Emergency Repairs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Senate President Leads Bishops To Pope Francis’ Funeral In Rome

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a high-powered delegation in Rome, Italy to attend the burial of His Holiness, Pope Francis. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that Senate President Godswill Akpabio will be leading the five-member delegation on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Other members of the delegation are the Minister of State, Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu […] The post Senate President Leads Bishops To Pope Francis’ Funeral In Rome appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerian workers and ensuring fair labour practices amid growing economic challenges in the country. The President, who was represented by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, made this known at the inaugural Quadrennial Delegates Conference […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu

…Demands immediate redress   From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed displeasure and concern over the persistent pattern of unfair, unequal, and heavily skewed federal appointments made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since assuming office in October 2023. This is contained in a statement by the group’s spokesperson, professor Abubakar Jika […] The post NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Guinness World Record Fight: Bash Ali Wants Tinubu To Reconstitute Organizing Committee

Former World Boxing Federation Cruiserweight Champion, Bashiru Lawrence Ali, aka Bash Ali, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently re-inaugurate the Bash Ali Boxing Project Local Organizing Committee (LOC) to prevent the derailment of what could be Africa’s first-ever Guinness World Record Boxing Championship GWRBC) in Nigeria. Addressing a world press conference yesterday […]

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56 h. ago FG designates Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna as alternative to Abuja

By Chinelo Obogo       The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has designated the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, as the alternative to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The Minister made the disclosure when he recently joined the executive governor of Niger State, Umar Bago for the inaugural flight […] The post FG designates Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna as alternative to Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Tinubu Commited To Affordable Housing For Nigerians — Minister

President Bola Tinubu-led federal government is committed to guarantee that Nigerians have access to accommodation at reduced cost, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa has stated. Dangiwa said President Tinubu has undertaken significant action plan towards addressing housing deficit with a view to reducing cost of accommodation in Nigeria. The minister state […]

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68 h. ago NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving N50 billion to federal universities to settle outstanding earned allowances for the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and non-academic staff. ASUU has long clashed with the federal government over unpaid allowances outlined in their Memorandum […] The post NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Captain Jibrin cautions FG against decentralising NCAT, cites loss of training synergy

Says Keyamo is destroying the aviation sector From Paul Orude, Bauchi Former Director in the Ministry of Aviation, Captain Muhammad Bala Jibrin, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reverse the decision to decentralise the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria. In an open letter to the President, shared with journalists in Bauchi, […] The post Captain Jibrin cautions FG against decentralising NCAT, cites loss of training synergy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago UNIZIK: Ikechebelu scores high in public performance rating as Acting Vice

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha A public opinion poll on Nnamdi Azikiwe University’s official Facebook page has shown strong support for Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Joseph I. Ikechebelu. Appointed on 20 November 2024 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Prof. Ikechebelu introduced his BLESSeD Vision—Beautify UNIZIK, Light Up UNIZIK, Excellent UNIZIK, Safe UNIZIK, Secured UNIZIK, and Digitise UNIZIK—to […] The post UNIZIK: Ikechebelu scores high in public performance rating as Acting Vice-Chancellor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Who do men say that I am? Urgent question President Tinubu must ask his aides

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is many things to many people. He is like the proverbial elephant, the definition of which read more Who do men say that I am? Urgent question President Tinubu must ask his aides

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3 d. ago Ekiti: Oyebanji flags off 3D drone aerial mapping of state to enhance land administration, boost investment

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji launched a 3D drone aerial mapping initiative on Wednesday at the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in Ado-Ekiti to enhance land administration and attract investment. The project aims to create a comprehensive geospatial database, streamline land management, and promote transparency. Oyebanji stated, “By the time we […] The post Ekiti: Oyebanji flags off 3D drone aerial mapping of state to enhance land administration, boost investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ogun: Students laud Abiodun’s administration over near completion of agro cargo airport

…say commercial flight checks by NAMA positive indicator Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and National Association of the Ogun State Students (NAOSS) have commended the governor of the state, Dapo Abiodun, for his administration’s unrelenting efforts in making the Gateway International Airport operational soon. They gave this commendation in a […] The post Ogun: Students laud Abiodun’s administration over near completion of agro cargo airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago CIDC spotlights strategic investment pathway for Nigerian investors at exclusive Abuja roundtable

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Caribbean Infrastructure Development Corporation (CIDC), the Approved Public Benefactor for the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport read more CIDC spotlights strategic investment pathway for Nigerian investors at exclusive Abuja roundtable

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5 d. ago APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State has responded strongly to recent allegations made by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its criticisms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s planned visit to commission projects in the state as “blatant falsehood” and “propaganda from a party that has lost its way.” […] The post APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago FG Considers Airports Concessions, Says Many Operating On Losses

The minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, said that many of the airports in the country are operating at a loss. Speaking against the backdrop of a report that the Ministry granted lengthy concession period for Enugu International Airport, the spokesman of the minister, Tunde Moshood, said many of the airports in Nigeria […]

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5 d. ago Why Enugu Airport Concession is a Strategic Leap for the South East

  By Austin Okolie Guest columnist     In recent weeks, discussions have swirled around the proposed concession of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), Enugu. These conversations reflect the emotional, cultural, and economic importance of the airport to the people of the South East region. For many, the Enugu Airport is beyond just a […] The post Why Enugu Airport Concession is a Strategic Leap for the South East appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Tinubu mourns Pope Francis, hails pontiff’s legacy of justice and compassion

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined leaders across the world in mourning the death of Pope Francis, describing the late read more Tinubu mourns Pope Francis, hails pontiff’s legacy of justice and compassion

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6 d. ago 2027: Former Chief Of Defence Staff Leads Isoko Nation To Back Tinubu, Oborevwori

The Isoko nation has pledged its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori. The endorsement was made during the “Isoko Meet Interactive Session,” held weekend at the Uzere country home of retired Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Alexander Ogomudia, where they vowed to deliver at least 70,000 […]

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6 d. ago Emergency Rule: Former Deputy Speaker Seeks Support For Ibas

Former Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold steps in restoring peace, law and order in Rivers State. He hailed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state and called on all stakeholders to support the administration of the state’s sole administrator, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas […]

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