46 m. ago Indian police nab three Nigerians, recover $27k worth of illicit drugs

The police in India have arrested three Nigerians over alleged involvement in peddling MDMA crystals and recovered illicit products and cash worth over $27,000. The Hindu reported Monday that the suspects were arrested with the illicit products concealed in readymade garment packs by police in Rajanukunte, a suburb in Bengaluru, Southern India. The suspects were […] The post Indian police nab three Nigerians, recover $27k worth of illicit drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 m. ago Recruitment: Customs Denounce Viral CBT Shortlist, Say Process Still Ongoing

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has described as fake news the statement circulating online announcing the shortlist of candidates for a Computer-Based Test (CBT). The Service public relations officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, said the statement currently circulating on social media and other messaging platforms is fraudulent, misleading, and did not emanate from the Service. According to […]

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2 h. ago NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude

Tribune Online NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude Dayo Awude was a commissioner in Ondo State and the deputy governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the last governorship election in the state. In this interview with YINKA OLADOYINBO, he speaks about election management in Nigeria, the emerging coalition and opposition parties in the country. Excerpts: As someone who has participated in […] NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 2027: One term enough for any sincere leader to make impact –Obi

Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, says a four-year single term is enough for any serious and sincere leader to make an impact in Nigeria. Obi, in a statement issued by the Spokesman of Peter Obi Media Reports, Ibrahim Umar, also said a single term of four years, […] The post 2027: One term enough for any sincere leader to make impact –Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola

Tribune Online A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, and a veteran of the legislature in Nigeria in his own right. In this interview with KEHINDE AKINTOLA, he speaks on how Nigerian democracy has survived its longest unbroken streak of 26 years in the country, the socio-economic reforms being championed by President Bola […] A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Coalition: Obidients Free To Support Peter Obi, I Stand With Atiku — Dele Momodu

Veteran journalist and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bashorun Dele Momodu, has reaffirmed his unwavering support for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to emerge as the presidential candidate of the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 elections. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday evening, Momodu emphasised […]

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16 h. ago Why there may be global shortage of nurses by 2030 — Peter Obi

Tribune Online Why there may be global shortage of nurses by 2030 — Peter Obi The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has predicted that the world may experience a shortage of nurses by the year 2030 due to the increasing demand for their services. Why there may be global shortage of nurses by 2030 — Peter Obi Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Iconic Open Varsity To Begin Spring Semester Exams Across 63 Centers In Nigeria, 15 Overseas

The Iconic University is set to commence its Spring Semester 2025 examinations on July 21 concurrently at 63 exam centers throughout Nigeria and 15 overseas locations designed for international students. The International exam centers are spread across the US, UK, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Canada, Algeria, Mali, South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, and Qatar, to ensure global […]

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17 h. ago “Continued Detention Of Nnamdi Kanu Doesn’t Make Sense” – Obi Tells FG

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has described the continued detention of leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu has ‘unreasonable situation’. Obi stressed that it was an unjustifiable action by Federal Government to keep Kanu in custody for four years, especially if the allegations were based on verbal offences. INFORMATION […] The post “Continued Detention Of Nnamdi Kanu Doesn’t Make Sense” – Obi Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago NAPS backs YABATECH transformation to TVET varsity, drops agitation as rector counsels

By Gabriel Dike The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has backed the Federal Government’s plan to transform Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) university, contrary to its initial notion of a conventional university. The National President of NAPS, Comrade Eshofune Oghayon, and the executives unanimously lent […] The post NAPS backs YABATECH transformation to TVET varsity, drops agitation as rector counsels appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Stakeholders mobilise $5bn to boost cooperative financing nationwide

Tribune Online Stakeholders mobilise $5bn to boost cooperative financing nationwide Stakeholders including MAIS Limited, with other key industry stakeholders, have launched the $5 billion AssuredInvest Cooperative Trust Fund, introducing an... Stakeholders mobilise $5bn to boost cooperative financing nationwide Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Leadership without compassion, Peter Obi slams Tinubu over jet purchase amid hardship

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the reported purchase of a new presidential read more Leadership without compassion, Peter Obi slams Tinubu over jet purchase amid hardship

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21 h. ago 2027: Coalition can defeat Tinubu if Jonathan gets ticket — Taraba residents tell ADC

Tribune Online 2027: Coalition can defeat Tinubu if Jonathan gets ticket — Taraba residents tell ADC Residents of Taraba State have called on leaders of the Action Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition to shun personal interests and field former President Goodluck Jonathan as the party’s presidential candidate in the 2027 general election. Speaking to the Nigerian Tribune in separate conversations on Sunday in Jalingo, the residents said Jonathan represents the most viable […] 2027: Coalition can defeat Tinubu if Jonathan gets ticket — Taraba residents tell ADC Tribune Online

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21 h. ago If Nigerians are dying, the President should be willing to die too — Peter Obi

Tribune Online If Nigerians are dying, the President should be willing to die too — Peter Obi Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says true leadership demands sacrifice, stressing that... If Nigerians are dying, the President should be willing to die too — Peter Obi Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Northern Nigeria will celebrate if I become President — Peter Obi

Tribune Online Northern Nigeria will celebrate if I become President — Peter Obi Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said Northern Nigeria will have every reason to celebrate his leadership... Northern Nigeria will celebrate if I become President — Peter Obi Tribune Online

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23 h. ago 2027: “All I Need Is Four Years To Turn Things Around In Nigeria” – Peter Obi

Former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has assured that if elected in 2027, he will transform Nigeria within four years. Obi insisted that he does not need more than a single first-term in office to provide good governance for all Nigerians. The former Anambra State governor stressed that he remain a vibrant member of […] The post 2027: “All I Need Is Four Years To Turn Things Around In Nigeria” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago I Won’t Buy N150bn Jet When 80% Of Health Centres Aren’t Functioning – Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned President Bola Tinubu for buying a jet worth N150 billion naira, when millions of Nigerians have no access to basic amenities. Mr. Obi, while speaking during an interview with Channels Television on Sunday, assured that, if elected, he would be a president that cares for his people […] The post I Won’t Buy N150bn Jet When 80% Of Health Centres Aren’t Functioning – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Tinubu’s Govt Lacks Compassion, I’ll Be President Who Cares For All Nigerians – Peter Obi

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has assured Nigerians to be compassionate leader, if elected in 2027 general election. Obi also berated President Bola Tinubu’s government for lacking compassion, saying that the president does not care much about the citizens. Speaking during an interview with Channels Television on Sunday, the former governor […] The post Tinubu’s Govt Lacks Compassion, I’ll Be President Who Cares For All Nigerians – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Apute Crowned Overall Winner At 2025 NOG Energy Week Golf Tourney

Maureen Apute, the lady captain of TYB International Golf Resort and Country Club in Abuja, has been named the overall winner at the 2025 NOG Energy Week Golf Tournament, held over the weekend at the club’s picturesque golf course. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the tournament kicked off the 2025 NOG Energy […]

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25 h. ago NNPP chieftain Ajadi sends important message to Nigerians ahead of 2027 elections

A South-West chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has urged Nigerians to reject any political party or candidate that failed to fulfill their electoral promises made during the 2023 electioneering campaigns. In a statement issued on Sunday, Ajadi charged the electorate to critically assess the track records of parties […] The post NNPP chieftain Ajadi sends important message to Nigerians ahead of 2027 elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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