78 m. ago Oyo to partner with Netherlands on waste management, circular economy

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Oyo State Government is set to collaborate with the Kingdom of the Netherlands to enhance waste management and promote a circular economy, aiming for sustainable environmental practices. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed this during a high-level meeting between the ministry and representatives from the […] The post Oyo to partner with Netherlands on waste management, circular economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Aktivate Celebrates Female Creators on International Women’s Day

In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), Aktivate, Africa’s growing influencer marketing platform, went beyond words to appreciate women in the creator community. As part of its commitment to empowering female influencers, Aktivate hosted a special spa and relaxation experience for four deserving women who won the brand’s IWD giveaway. The giveaway, designed to reward […]

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2 h. ago 90 people, not 500, affected in Alesinloye market fire, say victims

●As Oyo Government Orders Full Enumeration and Verification Victims of Tuesday’s fire incident at Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, have clarified that approximately 90 people, not 500 as reported in some media outlets, were affected by the fire. In response, the Oyo State Government has directed all victims to cooperate with the Oyo State Emergency Management Agency […] The post 90 people, not 500, affected in Alesinloye market fire, say victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Kano: Appeal Court halts reinstatement of Lamido Sanusi as Emir

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja stopped the reinstatement of the former Governor of Central Bank CBN, Sanusi Lamido as the Emir of Kano. The suspension by the appellate court is to await the judgment of the Supreme Court in the pending appeals over the Kano Emirate tussle. After resuming […] The post Kano: Appeal Court halts reinstatement of Lamido Sanusi as Emir appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Interparliamentary Committee, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has stated that the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) cannot consider the petition allegedly submitted by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan because it only accepts petitions from member states, not individuals. He clarified that this means Nigeria, not any individual senator, is the recognised […] The post IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and the 2023 senatorial candidate for Southern Kaduna, Michael Auta has applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the conversion of Yakowa General hospital, Kafanchan to a Federal Medical Centre (FMC). The General hospital was named after the late governor of Kaduna State, Sir […] The post 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Netizens Hail Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu Over Ramadan Prayers, The Sun Award

Renowned Nigerian businesswoman, Dr. Aisha Achimugu, has once again captured the hearts of many as she prayed for all Muslim faithful during this holy month of Ramadan. Her heartfelt prayers for God’s favour and mercy for all and recent recognition as the ‘Entepreneur of the Year 2024’ by the The Sun Newspapers, have sparked massive […]

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6 h. ago LG Polls: HURIWA Hails INEC Over Release Of Rivers Voters’ Register

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RISIEC) for the timely release of the voters’ register ahead of the August 9, 2025 local government elections in Rivers State. In a statement issued by HURIWA national coordinator, Comrade Emma Onwubiko, […]

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6 h. ago Action Alliance: Court nullifies Kenneth Udeze’s organized convention, declares Omoaje as duly elected national chairman

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, the Osun State capital has nullified the convention of the Action Alliance organized by Mr Kenneth Udeze and reaffirmed Hon Adekunle Rufai Omoaje as the only national chairman of the party. The court held that the convention organized by Udeze was a nullity and […] The post Action Alliance: Court nullifies Kenneth Udeze’s organized convention, declares Omoaje as duly elected national chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Customs confiscates 34,470 liters of smuggled petrol and truck in Taraba

By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo The Operation Whirlwind unit of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in an intensified fight against fuel smuggling, has smashed a cartel of smugglers of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Kan-Iyaka border communities of Sardauna local government area of Taraba State. The Comptroller General of the NCS Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, who disclosed […] The post Customs confiscates 34,470 liters of smuggled petrol and truck in Taraba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Morning Fresh’s IWD 2025 Campaign: Celebrating Multifaceted Women and Breaking the Box

With March being International Women’s Month, brands are stepping up to join the global conversation about gender equality. This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action,” is all about pushing for real change on inclusion, emphasizing urgent and decisive efforts to advance gender equality for all women and girls,and Morning Fresh dived in with an IWD campaign that’s Read More

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8 h. ago BREAKING: We never took Tinubu to court, PANDEF replies Wike

Accuses minister of blocking peace efforts in Rivers crisis From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has debunked claims by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, in a recent media chat, alleging that the organisation took President Bola Tinubu to court  over his position on the Rivers State […] The post BREAKING: We never took Tinubu to court, PANDEF replies Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Court dismisses four Bello Turji‘s associates bail application

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, dismissed the bail applications filed by four suspects linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling, held that the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), who is the prosecution of the charge, had made a compelling case against the defendants that releasing them Read More

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8 h. ago Traditional worshippers demand recognition from Plateau government

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Traditional worshippers in Plateau state have urged government at all level to to carry them along in the scheme of things.consider them in the scheme of things. The kingmaker to the Ngo-Long Pankshin traditional stool, Ma-Ajin Pankshin and the Ngo-Long Vel in Plateau state, Nde Monday Tokzakka also demanded for equal […] The post Traditional worshippers demand recognition from Plateau government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development

By Henry Uche In line with International Women’s Day 2025 and its theme #AccelerateAction, emPLE, a leading force in Nigeria’s financial services sector, launched the “Empower HER” campaign, an initiative aimed at providing financial security for businesswomen who play a vital role in sustaining local markets. As part of the campaign, emPLE is offering free […] The post emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Sharia panels not a matter of debate but constitutional right — NIALS DG

Tribune Online Sharia panels not a matter of debate but constitutional right — NIALS DG THE Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), Professor Abdulkadir Abikan, has asserted that Sharia panels handling family disputes for Muslims in southwestern Nigeria have existed for over two decades. He dismissed the recent controversy surrounding their establishment as an unnecessary politicisation of a long-standing system. Speaking at the Iftar and Award […] Sharia panels not a matter of debate but constitutional right — NIALS DG Tribune Online

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10 h. ago US Congress okays sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians

By John Ogunsemore The United States Congress has paved the way for President Donald Trump to impose stringent sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians in the West African nation. This followed a resolution by the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa after a congressional hearing on Wednesday, March 12. The committee noted that religious […] The post US Congress okays sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Stakeholders in the Innovation science and technology sector have called on federal government and policy makers to apply system thinking and system dynamics in public policy making in Nigeria. They made this request in a three day workshop, in Abuja themed “Application of System Thinking and System Dynamics for Transforming Public […] The post FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigerian real estate giants unite for UK Summit to transform diaspora investments

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu Leading real estate firms, led by Nedcomoaks Group, are set to revolutionize diaspora investments with the Invest in Africa Summit 2025, taking place across three major UK cities. The summit aims to unlock billions in economic growth, offering Africans abroad exclusive access to premium real estate opportunities in Nigeria. Industry leaders, including […] The post Nigerian real estate giants unite for UK Summit to transform diaspora investments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reminded the Martins Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly of the need to prioritise the interests of the state and the people over political conflicts. Fubara, who spoke in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Amaewhule, proposed Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as a new date to present […] The post Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro-Wike lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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