60 m. ago ‘Ailing Finance Minister Edun Not Flown Abroad, Recovering In Abuja’ — Presidency

The Presidency has dismissed reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu was planning to replace the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, following his recent illness. According to the PunchOnline, multiple sources within the Presidential Villa confirmed on Sunday that Edun, 69, was recuperating at his residence in Abuja and being […]

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73 m. ago State Pardon: You Have Wasted NDLEA’s Efforts To Curtail Narcotics, Melaye Tells Tinubu

Former Kogi West Senator, Barrister Dino Melaye, has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu over the recent presidential pardon granted to drug offenders serving jail terms, saying such action has wasted the many years of efforts by the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to curtail narcotics. In a post on his verified Facebook page on Sunday […]

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2 h. ago Federal Government Cautions ASUU Against Strike, Says ‘No Work, No Pay’

The Federal Government has cautioned the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) against embarking on a strike action, reiterating that the “no work, no pay” policy remains in force. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmed, stated this in a press statement released […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Undermines Justice, Encourages Criminality — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s recent exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, describing it as a reckless misuse of power that undermines justice and accountability in Nigeria. In a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, Atiku said the presidential pardon, which saw clemency granted to 175 convicts […]

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4 h. ago ‘It’s Not Our Turn Yet, Tinubu Must Finish 8 Years,’ Umahi Tells South

Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has declared that it was not yet the turn of the South-East to produce the country’s president in 2027, urging the region to exercise patience and support the administration of President Bola Tinubu to complete its eight years in office. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria […]

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5 h. ago Hashim slams FG over insecurity, says genocide debate stems from leadership failures

Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has slammed the Federal Government, accusing it of prioritising political ambitions ahead of Nigeria’s security and unity. In a statement released over the weekend, Hashim criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration for what he described as a “shamefully political and […] The post Hashim slams FG over insecurity, says genocide debate stems from leadership failures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Troops Kill IPOB Commander ‘Alhaji’, 26 Others, Arrest 22 Suspects

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in coordinated operations across the country, have neutralised top commander of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) identified as ‘Alhaji’, 26 other terrorists and arrested 22 suspects. A statement by the Nigerian Army on its social media handle said the troops also rescued five kidnap victims and recovered arms […]

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7 h. ago Police Arrest Mentally Deranged Woman For Killing IDP In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has arrested a mentally deranged woman for allegedly killing a fellow internally displaced person (IDP) in Monguno local government area of the State. Sources said that on October 10, 2025, at about 4:35 p.m., one Modu Kolomi of RRR IDPs Camp reported that a woman identified as Yagana Zara, aged […]

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7 h. ago Netizens Outraged Over Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon For Husband Killer Maryam Sanda

Nigerians have expressed outrage on social media following news that Maryam Sanda, who was convicted in 2020 for the murder of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, has been granted a presidential pardon by President Bola Tinubu. Sanda, who had spent years in prison, was among 175 inmates whose sentences were either commuted or pardoned on Friday, […]

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7 h. ago FCT Town Planners Kick Against ‘Distortion Of Abuja Master Plan’, Seek Wike’s Audience

The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter, has called for a return to the original Abuja Master Plan, blaming the current urban crises in the capital city on illegal developments, blocked drainages, and allocations made without professional consultation. The call was made during a combined commemoration of World Habitat Day […]

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9 h. ago ‘Church Music Shaped Me, But My Sound Belongs Elsewhere,’ Says Johnny Drille

Nigerian singer-songwriter Johnny Drille has opened up about his complex relationship with the church and how his music evolved beyond the traditional Christian framework that shaped his early years. Speaking on the CreativiTEA Podcast, the “How Are You (My Friend)” crooner revealed that while his faith and love for God remain unwavering, he never felt […]

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9 h. ago Timi Frank Tasks Tinubu On Insecurity, Hails Trump, Others Over Concern For Nigeria

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately sack the nation’s security chiefs following the unabated killings of Nigerians across the country. Frank, in a statement in Abuja, in reaction to the fresh killing of soldiers in Borno State by suspected […]

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10 h. ago Suspected Thugs Attack LG Chairman Over Traffic Enforcement In Edo

The acting Chairman of Egor local government area, Hon. Osaro Eribo, was reportedly attacked by unidentified thugs during a visit to Muyi Line while personally leading the Council’s traffic enforcement operation along Uselu-Lagos Road. Eribo narrated that the assault occurred as he sought to address complaints about indiscriminate parking and road obstruction by motorists. He […]

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11 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Nigeria, Benin To Miss Key Players In Crucial Clash

As anticipation builds for Tuesday’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, both Nigeria and Benin Republic will be without key players due to suspension. Benin coach Gernot Rohr confirmed that midfielder Sessi d’Almeida and defender Yohan Roche will miss the trip after receiving their second yellow cards in the Cheetahs’ […]

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11 h. ago Delta APC Bars Members From Use Of Mobile Phones At Stakeholder Meeting

A scheduled enlarged stakeholder meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has taken another dimension as the party’s State Eecutive Committee has announced restrictions on the use of mobile phones during the meeting. The party cited security reasons for the restriction on the use of mobile phones during the meeting slated for […]

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12 h. ago NANS lauds Gabriel for championing disability inclusion in federal employment

The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has extended its heartfelt appreciation and commendation to Barrister Shola Gabriel, Director of Legal Services and Board Secretary of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), for his outstanding and selfless contribution to the cause of disability inclusion in Nigeria. This is contained in a statement signed […] The post NANS lauds Gabriel for championing disability inclusion in federal employment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Oil, Condensate Output Drop To 1.5mbpd In September, Production Hindered By Workers’ Strike

Crude oil and condensates production for the month of September 2025 fell to an average of 1.581 million barrels per day, according to official statistics released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on Saturday, October 11.The 1.581 million barrels per day average production in September comprises 1.39 million bopd of crude oil and […]

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14 h. ago Policy Stability Key To Boosting Foreign Investment In Nigeria — Shipping Terminal

APM Terminals Nigeria has highlighted continuity and consistency in policy regulations as key to providing an enabling environment for foreign investment to flow into Nigeria. This was highlighted by the  chief executive officer of APM Terminals Nigeria, Frederik Klinke, at the 31st annual Nigerian Economic Summit, titled “The Reform Imperative: Building a Prosperous and Inclusive […]

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14 h. ago Business Magnate, Shade Okoya, Others Get Unilag Distinguished Alumni Honours

The managing director of Eleganza Industrial City Limited, Dr Folashade Okoya, MON, is set to be honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award by the University of Lagos at its 55th anniversary awards and recognition dinner on October 17, 2025. The event to be held at Eko Hotel and Suites, will celebrate outstanding alumni who have […]

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14 h. ago Google Grants Students In Nigeria, Others Free Access On Advanced AI Tools

Google now offers its premium AI subscription, Google AI Pro for free to university students for 12 months across Africa, as part of an initiative to support higher education across Africa To this end, it has launched a 12-month Google AI Pro Plan for Students in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zimbabwe to […]

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