42 m. ago Tinubu’s reforms delivering real gains in South East – Minister

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu was already yielding visible benefits in the South East, despite initial hardships triggered by economic reforms. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Enugu, he said increased federal allocations have been enabling […] The post Tinubu’s reforms delivering real gains in South East – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 m. ago FCC: APC youth leader lauds Tinubu over Peter Eze’s appointment

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Director General of the Youth and Student Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the South East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF), Mazi Ezenwa Onyirimba, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Peter Ogbonna Eze as the Federal Character Commission (FCC) commissioner representing Enugu State. In a […] The post FCC: APC youth leader lauds Tinubu over Peter Eze’s appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago National Youth Games: We‘ll not settle for less in Asaba – Sabina Chikere

“The 9th National Youth Games is not going to be an exception, Edo State is going to Asaba to win, we are going there for business.” These are the words of the Executive Director of Sports Development and Operations, Edo State Sports Commission, (ESSC) Sabina Chikere, to Nigerians on Team Edo goal at the highly […] The post National Youth Games: We‘ll not settle for less in Asaba – Sabina Chikere appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Oyo Govt Kicks Off Safety Sensitisation For Industrial Workers

The Oyo State government has commenced a state-wide sensitisation and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving workplace safety, protecting workers’ welfare and preventing industrial crises in the state. Speaking during the flag-off campaign in Ibadan, the commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives and Industry, Adeniyi Adebisi, said the exercise was a proactive step to engage industries, educate […]

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2 h. ago New Horizons, eHealth Africa, Donate Vaccine Carriers For Immunisation In Borno

New Horizons Global Health Labs, in collaboration with eHealth Africa, has donated state-of-the-art Indigo Vaccine Carriers to the Borno State Primary Health Care Development Board (BoSPHCDB) to enhance vaccine delivery in remote and hard-to-reach communities. The commissioning ceremony held in Maiduguri, brought together state leaders, donor representatives, technical partners, and frontline health workers to witness […]

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8 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration

From Idu Jude, Abuja   The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1523/2025, which dismissed a case filed by Mr. Julius Abure against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement issued on Friday, Senator Usman described […] The post Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents 

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government yesterday vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refused to adhere to the usage of life jackets, which are responsible for recurring water accidents. The Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, who led a high delegation to Guni in Munya Local Government area to […] The post Niger to sanction boat operators over recurring water accidents  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe   The residents of Wuro Funawo in Tumfure community of Akko Local Government Area (LGA) in Gombe State, have commended the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for its prompt intervention in resolving a protracted power outage that had crippled the community.   The appreciation came in the wake of a swift […] The post Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested five suspected illegal miners in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and a notorious land racketeer in Kaduna in separate operations. The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, apprehended Samuel Eshiet Akwa, Willie Peter Uboko, Muhammed Tukur, […] The post EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ajibade: Super Falcons yet to receive $100,000 reward promised by Tinubu government

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has disclosed that the team is yet to receive the $100,000 reward and other benefits read more Ajibade: Super Falcons yet to receive $100,000 reward promised by Tinubu government

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15 h. ago Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity

The Niger State government has concluded plans to enhance security infrastructure in public schools across local councils affected by insecurity. Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, disclosed the development in Minna, praising UNICEF and other partners for their technical support and unwavering commitment to improving the state’s education sector. Dr. Asabe […] The post Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Niger To Arrest, Prosecute Boat Operators Without Life Jackets

The Niger State government has vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refuse to adhere to the usage of life jackets on their boats. The State Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, stated this when he led a delegation to Guni in Munya local government area to condole with the families of […]

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17 h. ago NCC policy shift unlocks $1bn in 2025 telecom investment – Maida

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says recent regulatory reforms have triggered a record surge in capital inflows into the nation’s read more NCC policy shift unlocks $1bn in 2025 telecom investment – Maida

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19 h. ago Falcons’ Bonuses Fully Paid, $100,000 Presidential Gift, Apartments In Progress — NSC

Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon Bukola Olopade has debunked reports that the Super Falcons have not received their tournament bonuses, insisting that all entitlements have been paid except for a few cases affected by banking issues. Speaking on Arise News TV’s ‘The Morning Show’ on Friday, Olopade said he had personally confirmed […]

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19 h. ago NAICOM Sets July 2026 Deadline For New Insurance Capital Requirements

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has granted insurers and reinsurers a 12-month window to meet the new Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR) introduced under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. According to a circular issued by the Commission, all operators must comply with the revised MCR and applicable Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework on or […]

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20 h. ago Why Nigeria’s eastern CNG hub could redefine the nation’s energy future

Nigeria’s compressed natural gas sector is experiencing unprecedented momentum, with over $791 million in investments flowing into the ecosystem in read more Why Nigeria’s eastern CNG hub could redefine the nation’s energy future

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20 h. ago FCC: APC youth leader Onyirimba hails Tinubu over appointment of Peter Eze

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Director General of the Youth and Student Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the South East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF), Mazi Ezenwa Onyirimba, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Peter Ogbonna Eze as the Federal Character Commission (FCC) Commissioner representing Enugu State. In a […] The post FCC: APC youth leader Onyirimba hails Tinubu over appointment of Peter Eze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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