86 m. ago Birnin Kebbi celebrates as KSUSTA VC receives Fagacin Gwandagbaji title

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Birnin Kebbi was vibrant on Saturday, May 3, as the District Head of Gwandagbaji, Alhaji Umaru Ahmad, conferred the traditional title of Fagacin Gwandagbaji on Professor Danshehu Bagudu Gwadangwaji, Vice-Chancellor of Kebbi State University of Science and Technology (KSUSTA), Aliero. Friends, associates, and KSUSTA students gathered at the district head’s […] The post Birnin Kebbi celebrates as KSUSTA VC receives Fagacin Gwandagbaji title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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96 m. ago NYSC DG urges Zamfara corps members to respect local culture

From John Bassey, Gusau Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu, Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has urged 2025 Batch “A” Stream I corps members in Zamfara to respect the culture and values of their host communities. He spoke during an address at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Gusau. Nafiu emphasised that the NYSC’s primary […] The post NYSC DG urges Zamfara corps members to respect local culture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral

By Philip Nwosu Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun joined former governors, political leaders, and family on Thursday, May 1, at a funeral to honour Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on April 5, 2025, at 92. The funeral, coordinated by his son, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo—an APC chieftain and Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting—celebrated the […] The post Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Minister Pledges Stronger Policy Framework To Boost Regional Dev’t

Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh has promised enhance regulatory frameworks and policy measures towards strengthening economic growth and revitalising regions across the country. Engr. Momoh stated this at a three-day sectoral retreat of the ministry in Lagos, where he reaffirmed the commitment of the ministry to fostering a structured approach to regional development. […]

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4 h. ago We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to addressing insecurity in Nigeria’s North West, vowing to reclaim forests that have become havens for bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists. Speaking at a state dinner in Katsina, Tinubu stressed that advanced surveillance and technology would be used to combat the growing threat. He highlighted the need for collaboration […] The post We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Gov Abiodun, Ibori, Family, Friends, Others Honour Segun Senbanjo At Father’s Burial

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, along with some former governors, top executives, captains of industries, family members and friends gathered on Thursday, May 1, 2025, to honour OmoOba Segun Senbanjo and his siblings at the burial of their father and patriarch of the Senbanjo family, Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who passed away on Saturday, […]

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5 h. ago Obasanjo, Osinbajo, Govs, Others Bid Late Afenifere Leader Adebanjo Farewell

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, immediate-past Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, governors Lagos and Oyo States; Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Engr. Seyi Makinde were among the eminent Nigerians that joined the Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun to bid the elder statesman, Pa. Ayo Adebanjo, farewell on Saturday. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. […]

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8 h. ago First Lady’s RHI joins forces with SDGs office to empower 500 Rivers Women

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu through her pet project, Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) and Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP-SDGs), joined forces to empower 500 women drawn from the 23 Local Government Areas of Rivers State. In a statement by Special Assistant […] The post First Lady’s RHI joins forces with SDGs office to empower 500 Rivers Women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Gov Aliyu, three former governors attend wedding of PDP chieftain’s daughter in Sokoto

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, represented by his deputy Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, joined three former governors and other dignitaries to witness the wedding Fatiha of Hawa’u Dingyadi, daughter of Malam Yusuf Dingyadi, the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the PDP National Chairman. The ceremony, which drew a […] The post Gov Aliyu, three former governors attend wedding of PDP chieftain’s daughter in Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Wike: Walkout on First Lady, sponsored, disturbing, embarrassing

• Apologises to President, wife From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has strongly condemned the walkout staged by women loyal to suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara during an empowerment event organized by First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, describing it as “very disturbing and embarrassing.” The incident […] The post Wike: Walkout on First Lady, sponsored, disturbing, embarrassing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago CWG sees 368% profit boost in Q1 2025 amid robust revenue growth

CWG has reported a remarkable surge in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, driven by a strong read more CWG sees 368% profit boost in Q1 2025 amid robust revenue growth

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12 h. ago Wike Condemns ‘Sponsored Walkout’ On First Lady, Says ‘It’s Disturbing, Embarrassing’

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned Friday’s walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, by a group of women loyal to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. The Minister, who apologised to the First Lady and […]

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13 h. ago PAPSD Condemns State Of Emergency Calls On Zamfara, Labels Move Politically

The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned growing calls for a state of emergency declaration in Zamfara State, describing the agitation as politically-motivated, unconstitutional, and a desperate attempt to derail Governor Dauda Lawal’s developmental agenda. In a press statement released on Saturday in Abuja, PAPSD’s Executive Director, Dr. […]

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13 h. ago Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested two suspected thieves for allegedly stealing a 35 inches plasma TV, one remote control, and two aluminum pots. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed that the arrested individuals were apprehended on the 30th of April, 2025, in the Brighter area of […] The post Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank

Nigerian social media personality, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been reportedly detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His legal representative, Deji Adeyanju, disclosed the development in a Facebook post, accusing Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) of aiding in the influencer’s arrest. According to Adeyanju, VDM was apprehended after publicly […] The post EFCC Detains VeryDarkMan; Lawyer Vows Legal Action Against GTBank appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Bishop’s wife calls for equal skill focus on boys for future success

By Chinenye Anuforo The wife of the Bishop on the Niger, Dr. Elsie Nonyelum Nwokolo has passionately urged parents to prioritize skill acquisition for their male children, emphasizing its crucial role in their growth and future achievements. Speaking at the 2025 Ogidi Archdeaconry Womens’ Conference held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Ogidi, Anambra State, […] The post Bishop’s wife calls for equal skill focus on boys for future success appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has denied claims by United States-based activist, Sandra Duru, that she offered her N200 million to frame Senate President Godswill Akpabio in a case of organ harvesting. Reacting to a May 1, 2025, Facebook livestream in which Duru, also known as Professor Mgbeke, made […] The post Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Angry Rivers Women At Remi Tinubu’s Empowerment Programme Walk Out On Ibas’ Wife, Demand Fubara’s Reinstatement

Some angry women at a venue of the Renewed Hope Initiative empowerment programme, organized by First Lady of Nigeria, Remi Tinubu in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, staged a walkout while the event was ongoing. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the event, which held on Friday, was aimed at distributing empowerment items to 500 women across the […] The post Angry Rivers Women At Remi Tinubu’s Empowerment Programme Walk Out On Ibas’ Wife, Demand Fubara’s Reinstatement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Alleged Harassment: ‘Defend Yourself Instead Of Using Proxies,’ Abdullahi Tells Akpabio

A politician, Mohammed Abdullahi, has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to directly address the sexual harassment allegations levelled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and others, rather than hiding behind what he described as “hired blackmailers and image launderers.” Abdullahi made the call while referencing the recent public campaign led by one Professor Mgbake, […]

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27 h. ago Rivers Women Walk Out On Administrator Ibas’ Wife During Empowerment Programme By First Lady Remi Tinubu

Hundreds of women, on Friday, staged a walk-out on Mrs. Theresa Ibas, wife of the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), as she mounted the rostrum to speak during an empowerment programme organised by the Renewed Hope Initiative (TRHI) in Port Harcourt, the State capital. RHI is the brainchild of Nigeria’s First […]

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