6 h. ago Ribadu: Tinubu inherited bad govt, fighting Benue insecurity

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, during a visit to Benue State on April 22, stated that President Bola Tinubu’s administration inherited a severe security crisis but is working hard to restore stability across Nigeria. Ribadu’s visit to Makurdi aimed to commiserate with the government and people of Benue following attacks […] The post Ribadu: Tinubu inherited bad govt, fighting Benue insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 100 Civil Society Groups Back Falana, Tell Tinubu To Sack Rivers Sole Administrator

A coalition of 100 civil society groups, known as the Civic Room for Rule of Law, has thrown its weight behind human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), over his call for the removal of Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-ete Ibas (rtd.). The groups claimed that Ibas has breached presidential orders and disregarded the […]

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8 h. ago CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions

By Gabriel Dike The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) on Tuesday expressed concern about recent reports alleging unethical practices by some institutions in the administration of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), a scheme meant for students in tertiary institutions in the country. The union in a statement signed by the National President of CONUA, […] The post CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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9 h. ago IMF forecasts 3% growth for Nigeria 2025, below the government’s 4.6% target

The International Monetary Fund projected that Nigeria’s economy will grow by 3.0 percent in 2025, according to its latest WEO report. read more IMF forecasts 3% growth for Nigeria 2025, below the government’s 4.6% target

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11 h. ago Harvard Varsity Sues Trump Administration Over $2.2bn Funding Freeze

Harvard University sued several United States agencies and top officials for freezing billions of dollars in federal funding, significantly intensifying a high-stakes showdown with the President Donald Trump-led administration. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Trump administration accused the nation’s oldest and richest university of failing to combat anti-semitism on campus. Trump escalated his fight with Harvard […]

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11 h. ago Ogun: Students laud Abiodun’s administration over near completion of agro cargo airport

…say commercial flight checks by NAMA positive indicator Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and National Association of the Ogun State Students (NAOSS) have commended the governor of the state, Dapo Abiodun, for his administration’s unrelenting efforts in making the Gateway International Airport operational soon. They gave this commendation in a […] The post Ogun: Students laud Abiodun’s administration over near completion of agro cargo airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Top Sports, Business, Govt Officials For Maiden Sports Meet Nigeria Conference In Abuja

The inaugural Sports Meet Nigeria Conference is set to hold on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the prestigious Cubana Hotel in Jabi, Abuja. This high-impact event aims to bring together sports business professionals, investors, marketers, broadcasters, media and public relations experts, as well as sports and social entrepreneurs, administrators, and leaders from key industries to […]

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17 h. ago Shipowners Laud Oyetola’s Directive To NIMASA On CVFF Disbursement

Indigenous shipowners have unanimously commended the minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, over his recent directive to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety (NIMASA) to begin the process for the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The minister had directed the NIMASA to commence the process that will lead to the […]

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20 h. ago How We Convinced Community To Accept Polio Vaccine – LG Chairman

Chairman of Tudun Wada Local Government Area of Kano state, Sa‘adatu Salisu Yushu‘a, has said the state government intervention to build a culvert after a failed promised by the previous administration to carryout the same project in one of its communities with the highest number of zero dose children has made them to accept polio […]

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25 h. ago Harvard opens access to 10 free online courses for learners globally

Harvard University has opened access to a curated list of ten free online courses. The courses, hosted on edX covers read more Harvard opens access to 10 free online courses for learners globally

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30 h. ago Igbo groups in US visit Capitol Hill to lobby for Kanu’s release 

Urge Trump to re-designate Nigeria as country of particular concern From Our Reporter Two Diaspora Igbo groups, American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID), and Rising Sun & Ambassadors for Self Defense (RSASD), have visited the Capitol Hill, Washington DC, where they met with some US congressmen to lobby for the release of the detained leader […] The post Igbo groups in US visit Capitol Hill to lobby for Kanu’s release  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago How lack of funding, poor logistics drive Nigeria’s N3.5trn post

Nigeria produces approximately 55 million metric tonnes of food annually, but about 40 percent is lost due to financing gaps, read more How lack of funding, poor logistics drive Nigeria’s N3.5trn post-harvest losses

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32 h. ago CISLAC demands Tinubu’s immediate response to killings in Benue, Plateau, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its perceived lack of empathy and decisive leadership amid Nigeria’s escalating security crisis. CISLAC condemned the president’s silence and absence at a time when Nigerians urgently need direction and healing, stressing that leadership demands presence and […] The post CISLAC demands Tinubu’s immediate response to killings in Benue, Plateau, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago “Tell Your Papa”: SERAP Sues NBC Over Ban On Abdulkareem’s Anti

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has asked a Federal High Court in Lagos to reverse ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, ‘Tell Your Papa’ by the National Broadcasting Commission. SERAP urged the court to declare that NBC’s directive issued on April 9, 2025, to all broadcast stations in Nigeria, banning the airing of the song, […] The post “Tell Your Papa”: SERAP Sues NBC Over Ban On Abdulkareem’s Anti-Tinubu Song appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Emergency Rule: Former Deputy Speaker Seeks Support For Ibas

Former Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold steps in restoring peace, law and order in Rivers State. He hailed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state and called on all stakeholders to support the administration of the state’s sole administrator, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas […]

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40 h. ago Okpebholo, Imansuen Harp On Lessons Of Easter, Felicitate Edo People

The governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to good governance and the well-being of the Edo people as he preaches peace, love, and unity among the citizens. Okpebholo, while felicitating with Edo people in his Easter Sunday message, made available to newsmen by his chief press secretary, Fred Ituah, called […]

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40 h. ago Siemens Project: Past Governments Failed To Improve Power Sector, Adelabu Insists

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has maintained his stance that previous Nigerian administrations failed to make tangible progress in the power sector, particularly with the much-heralded Siemens Project, until the advent of the Bola Tinubu administration. Adelabu emphasised that it was only after President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023 that the Presidential Power Initiative […]

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43 h. ago 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa

From John Adams Minna A former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the ongoing violence in Plateau and Benue states is politically motivated and intended to undermine President Bola  Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with […] The post 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago SERAP sues FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa’

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over the failure to reverse the arbitrary, illegal and unconstitutional ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa.’ The song, which allegedly criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, was prohibited from radio and TV broadcast over its objectionable nature. […] The post SERAP sues FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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