3 h. ago Hagher Challenges African Writers To Champion Justice For Marginalised Voices

Nigerian scholar, playwright, poet and former diplomat Professor Iorwuese Hagher has charged African writers to prioritise justice by giving marginalised voices a central place. He said justice and equity are vital for freeing the downtrodden and severely deprived rural communities. Professor Hagher made this call in his keynote address at the Benue Book and Arts […]

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6 h. ago S’West govts lack power to stop Shariah panels – Kwara judge

The Qadi of the Shari’ah Court of Appeal, Kwara State, Justice Abdurraheem Sayi, has stated that approval of state authorities or traditional rulers is not needed for Muslims to establish and operate Shari’ah arbitration panels in the South-West. He described the objections to Shari’ah arbitration panels in the South-West as “legally baseless, an embarrassment to Read More

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6 h. ago Obasanjo hails Achebe, other writers’ roles in nation building

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has hailed the role of Nigerian writers in nation building, noting that the country is blessed with good writers, who have distinguished themselves globally. He noted that one of such writers is the late Prof. Chinua Achebe, saying “He exposed Nigeria to the world and used his writings to elevate Nigeria’s Read More

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7 h. ago Deconcentration of road transport will curb tanker accidents – LASTMA GM, Bakare

In this interview with JOHNSON IDOWU, the General Manager of the Lagos State Transportation Management Authority, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, discusses the challenges of transport management and how tanker accidents can be curbed, among other issues What are the challenges of managing transportation in Lagos? Managing transportation in Lagos State has not been easy because of the Read More

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11 h. ago Supreme Court okays AGF’s consent before garnishee proceedings against govt agencies

Tribune Online Supreme Court okays AGF’s consent before garnishee proceedings against govt agencies In a split decision of four-to-one, a majority decision of the apex court's five-member panel of Justices declined to examine the constitutionality or otherwise of the provision even though the dissenting decision declared Section 84 of the S&CPA unconstitutional. Supreme Court okays AGF’s consent before garnishee proceedings against govt agencies Tribune Online

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13 h. ago GBV: AGILE organises workshop for stakeholders in Zamfara schools

Tribune Online GBV: AGILE organises workshop for stakeholders in Zamfara schools According to him, the objective of the meeting is to bring together key stakeholders and technical experts to review and update the School-Related GBV Code of Conduct (COC)to ensure it is practical, enforceable, and tailored to the specific challenges of Zamfara State GBV: AGILE organises workshop for stakeholders in Zamfara schools Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Ebonyi Commissioner pays WAEC fees for blind students, others 

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Commissioner for Works, Stanley Lebechi Mbam has paid the West African Examination Council (WAEC) fees for 109 indigent students across Ebonyi North senatorial zone to improve literacy and alleviate the sufferings of the  students  and their families. The beneficiaries included blind students and other indigent students in the zone. […] The post Ebonyi Commissioner pays WAEC fees for blind students, others  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto Sokoto Governor, Dr Ahmed Aliyu, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to tackling insecurity in the state. Speaking on Saturday at a security summit organized by the Movement for Social Justice in collaboration with the Sokoto State Government, Governor Aliyu emphasized the need for accountability and transparency in security management. He acknowledged the widespread security […] Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Osun LG polls: Observer groups condemn arrest of OSSIEC officials

Tribune Online Osun LG polls: Observer groups condemn arrest of OSSIEC officials The Coalition of Election Observer Groups on Sunday, condemned police’s arbitrary arrest of some officials of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) during the last Saturday local government elections in Osun. The observer groups who made the condemnation at a press conference in Osogbo acknowledged some logistics challenges being confronted with by OSSIEC due […] Osun LG polls: Observer groups condemn arrest of OSSIEC officials Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Primate Ayodele releases fresh prophecies on seven African countries

Tribune Online Primate Ayodele releases fresh prophecies on seven African countries The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has released fresh prophecies regarding several African countries, including Congo, Togo, Benin Republic, Kenya, South Africa, Botswana, Gambia, and the alliance of Sahel states. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele warned these countries and their presidents about what they […] Primate Ayodele releases fresh prophecies on seven African countries Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Contempt: Court Orders Arrest Of Anyebe For Parading Self As Kogi PDP Chair

A Kogi High Court sitting in Lokoja has ordered the arrest of state chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Enemona Anyebe, for contempt. Similarly, Justice Yahaya Adamu, of Court 5 Lokoja, in the suite brought before it between John Ojodale vs PDP and 1 other in suit no. HC/Okp/8/2024, ordered a fresh election within […]

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17 h. ago Minister hails ‘Arewa Turn up’ concert for enriching Nigeria’s creative industry

Tribune Online Minister hails ‘Arewa Turn up’ concert for enriching Nigeria’s creative industry The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has hailed the Arewa Turn Up 2.0 concert for engaging young talents from the northern region to build their careers and contribute to the country’s development. Idris, who was represented by the Director General of Voice of Nigeria, Mallam Jubrin Baba Ndace, highlighted the economic potential […] Minister hails ‘Arewa Turn up’ concert for enriching Nigeria’s creative industry Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Actress Adesua opens up on family’s struggles, emergency surgeries

By Seyi Babalola Famous Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi has spoken up about her family’s medical issues in 2024. Adesua made the discovery while thanking God in an Instagram post for her 2025 birthday. Reflecting on the hardships she conquered in 2024, the actress revealed that the previous year challenged her resilience, making her cherish the […] The post Actress Adesua opens up on family’s struggles, emergency surgeries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago “No Doubt Liam Is Mohbad’s Son” – Solomon Buchi Weighs In On DNA Saga

Nigerian writer and social media influencer Solomon Buchi has expressed his views on the speculations regarding the paternity of the late Nigerian singer Mohbad’s son, Liam. It is worth noting that following the singer’s passing, social media has been split over whether Liam, his son with his wife Wunmi, was biologically his. Many netizens have […] The post “No Doubt Liam Is Mohbad’s Son” – Solomon Buchi Weighs In On DNA Saga appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago German 2025 election: Meet top five candidates vying to be next chancellor

Tribune Online German 2025 election: Meet top five candidates vying to be next chancellor The election has drawn intense scrutiny from Europe and the United States, with the campaign dominated by concerns over Germany’s faltering economy and security challenges linked to migration. German 2025 election: Meet top five candidates vying to be next chancellor Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Benue APC chair praises state assembly for backing judicial reforms

The Chairman of the Benue State All Progressives Congress Caretaker Committee, Benjamin Omale, has praised the state assembly for its efforts to uphold judicial integrity through its resolution to remove the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese. In a statement issued to journalists in Makurdi on Sunday, Omale also lauded the APC Elders’ Forum, led Read More

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24 h. ago “Marlian Records Was Like Prison To Me” – Fabian Blu Speaks On His Time At The Label

Fabian Blu, a former Marlian Records signee, has revealed the challenging experiences he faced while signed to the controversial record label owned by Naira Marley. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, shared on Instagram on Saturday, the singer criticised the label he was signed to from 2020 to 2022. Blu described his […] The post “Marlian Records Was Like Prison To Me” – Fabian Blu Speaks On His Time At The Label appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony

Tribune Online We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony An Address entitled ‘The Role of the Working Class in Post-War Nigeria’ which was delivered to the Third Revolutionary Convention of the Nigerian Trade Union Congress on Sunday, 1st March, 1970. I thank the officers and members of the Nigerian Trade Union Congress for giving me the opportunity to address this closing session of its […] We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Sacred scams and deception in tradition: The menace of Yahoo dibias

By Fr George Adimike The corruption of the good can be very disastrous. The prevalence of Yahoo dibias and ezenwanyis in our society is at an alarming stage, contributing to a serious security threat. The office of dibia, which served as a sacramental functionary of the African traditional religion―through which our ancestors sought and worshipped […] The post Sacred scams and deception in tradition: The menace of Yahoo dibias appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Anambra election: Umeoji, Soludo, Nwoye lead in opinion poll

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja An opinion poll result released in Abuja on Saturday regarding the forthcoming 2025 Anambra State governorship election indicated that Chukwuma Umeoji (54.6%) was receiving majority support across different demographics. He was closely followed by the incumbent Governor, Chukwuma Soludo (22.3%), who also retained significant support but faces challenges due to governance […] The post Anambra election: Umeoji, Soludo, Nwoye lead in opinion poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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