1 hour ago NTTF targets next generation of players as Atanda Musa hosts youth tournament

By Paul Nwokocha Jr The Vice President of the Nigerian Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) and member of the Lagos Country Club, Ikeja, Dr. Adesoji Tayo has described the ongoing Atanda Musa Table Tennis Tournament as a vital platform for nurturing Nigeria’s next generation of champions. Dr. Tayo noted that the tournament represents an opportunity for […] The post NTTF targets next generation of players as Atanda Musa hosts youth tournament appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation

By Doris Obinna The Lagos State Ministry of Health has launched the development of its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP), with a strong emphasis on aligning health strategies with the state’s budget and global best practices to deliver better outcomes for residents. At a management meeting held on Monday, in Ikeja, Commissioner for Health, Prof. […] The post Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Army breaks gunrunning syndicates in Niger Delta, arrests 35 suspects

…destroys six illegal refining sites, recovers 14,000 litres of stolen products Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have smashed read more Army breaks gunrunning syndicates in Niger Delta, arrests 35 suspects

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4 h. ago IATF hosting right reaffirms Nigeria’s role in Africa’s trade – OPS

By Merit Ibe The organised private sector (OPS) has asserted that the right granted Nigeria by the African Export-Import Bank (Afrexim Bank) to host the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027 in Lagos reaffirms the country’s central role in Africa’s trade integration agenda. Extending its congratulations to the Federal Government on the announcement, the Nigerian Association […] The post IATF hosting right reaffirms Nigeria’s role in Africa’s trade – OPS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Advancing Nigeria’s Health Sector Central To My Administration’s Agenda – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s dedication to transforming Nigeria’s health sector. He stressed the urgent need to address longstanding challenges that have hindered effective healthcare delivery. Speaking on Tuesday, at the National Stakeholders Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector held at Ladi Kwali Hall, Continental Hotel, Abuja, Tinubu emphasised that no Nigerian […] The post Advancing Nigeria’s Health Sector Central To My Administration’s Agenda – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: South Africa Take Early Lead Against Nigeria 1:0

  South Africa currently leads Nigeria 1-0 after 25 minutes of play on Tuesday evening, thanks to an unfortunate own goal by Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong. The match saw both teams battling for control, with South Africa applying early pressure. The game’s intensity in Bloemfontein ramped up quickly, with several fouls committed on both sides. […]

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8 h. ago NNPCL: Smear Campaign Against Ojulari Mere Vested Interest — Group

  A pro-democracy group, Coalition for Good Governance (CGG) has asked President Bola Tinubu and the general public to ignore the recent smear campaign against the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari. The good governance group said it has studied the campaign and discovered that “It is […]

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8 h. ago Tinubu vows end to power outages in Nigerian hospitals, major health overhaul

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s strong commitment to transforming Nigeria’s health sector, highlighting the urgent need to fix persistent power supply problems crippling medical facilities across the country. Speaking at the National Stakeholders Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector held Tuesday at the Continental Hotel, Abuja, Tinubu, represented […] The post Tinubu vows end to power outages in Nigerian hospitals, major health overhaul appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago NAF, US partner for smarter firepower delivery, civilian protection

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The United States Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhance joint operational effectiveness with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through smarter firepower delivery and stronger civilian protection. Major General Miguel Castellanos, from the United States Institute of Security Governance, made this known when he led a delegation from the institute on […] The post NAF, US partner for smarter firepower delivery, civilian protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “Movie Making Is About Talent, Not Fine Faces” — Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has expressed concerns about the increasing tendency in the Nigerian film industry—particularly in YouTube productions—to prioritize “marketable faces” over genuine acting talent. Kanayo O. Kanayo, whose real name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere, is a celebrated Nollywood pioneer, widely recognised for his iconic performance in the 1992 classic Living in […] The post “Movie Making Is About Talent, Not Fine Faces” — Kanayo O. Kanayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tanker drivers strike won’t result in fuel shortage – Dangote Refinery

Dangote Refinery has assured members of the public that the ongoing strike by a union representing fuel tanker drivers will not result in a petrol shortage. The assurance was given by refinery spokesperson Anthony Chiejina, following the commencement of the industrial action on Monday, amid the refinery hiring its own drivers to deliver gasoline to […] The post Tanker drivers strike won’t result in fuel shortage – Dangote Refinery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago PICTORIAL: Coscharis Founder Maduka, Robert Kayanja, Others Grace Enenches’ Crusade In Uganda

The founder and senior pastor of Miracle Centre Cathedral, Kampala, Robert Kayanja, and Nigerian business mogul and Coscharis Group founder, Cosmas Maduka, were among prominent figures who attended the opening night of the Healing and Deliverance Crusade hosted by Dr Paul and Dr Becky Enenche of Nigeria’s Dunamis International Gospel Centre in Kampala, Uganda. The […]

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10 h. ago SERVICOM Tasks Health Institutions On Transparency, Discipline

The federal government has stressed the need for health institutions to embrace institutional discipline, public accountability as their watchwords for enhanced service delivery. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachallom said achieving excellence in service delivery was never an accidental occurrence but a deliberate action, a team mindset and an […]

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10 h. ago NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a roadmap aimed at closing the widening skills gap in the nation’s telecom sector, with a focus on empowering indigenous talent to drive industry growth. At the Stakeholders Consultative Forum on Skill Gaps in the Telecom Value Chain held in Lagos, Engineer Edoyemi Ogoh, Director […] The post NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Safe Blood Transfusion Project In Kano

The Federal Government has launched a new initiative aimed at transforming blood transfusion services across the country, pledging to ensure that no Nigerian dies from lack of safe blood. The Safe Blood Project, unveiled at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) in Kano, is Nigeria’s first national training programme dedicated to transfusion safety. Coordinating Minister […]

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11 h. ago Benue, Ogun Benefit As Women Affairs Minister Flags Off Customs

The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed profound appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for partnering with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs in providing essential relief materials to Nigerian women, families, and vulnerable groups across the 774 Local Government Areas of the country. Through the partnership, fabrics, rice, and other […]

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11 h. ago NELFUND urges institutions to improve turnaround time for loan verification

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has urged tertiary institutions to improve their turnaround time for verification and approval of read more NELFUND urges institutions to improve turnaround time for loan verification

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12 h. ago Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours

Legendary Nigerian singer Ebenezer Obey has refuted circulating rumours suggesting that he has passed away. Reports circulated online alleging that the 83-year-old singer had died from a stroke. However, a recent video posted on his Instagram page showed Obey very much alive, performing ‘I Have A God Who Never Fails’ with his two sons. READ […] The post Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector

Tribune Online FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to achieving effective and efficient service delivery in the nation’s health sector. FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector Tribune Online

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13 h. ago FG succumbs to pressure as retired Soldiers suspend protest over unpaid allowances

The Federal Government has assured retired soldiers that their outstanding entitlements will be paid this week, prompting the ex-servicemen to read more FG succumbs to pressure as retired Soldiers suspend protest over unpaid allowances

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