57 m. ago Senate to receive court judgment on Natasha Akpoti’s case Tuesday

Senator skips plenary The Senate has confirmed it will receive the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Federal High Court read more Senate to receive court judgment on Natasha Akpoti’s case Tuesday

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94 m. ago Gov Bala Sacks Bauchi Varsity Bursar Over Alleged Financial Impropriety

The Bauchi State Government has sacked the Bursar of the Sa’adu Zungur State University (SAZU) over allegations bordering on financial impropriety. Governor Bala Mohammed observed that the huge financial resources the university has been generating for 12 years since its creation in 2012 were not being accounted for by the institution’s management. Speaking while receiving […]

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1 hour ago Olurotimi John Badero appointed Professor of Medicine at University of Lagos

Renowned U.S.-based physician to advance knowledge transfer and mentorship in Nigeria   The University of Lagos has appointed Olurotimi John Badero, MD, as a Distinguished Fellow and Visiting Professor of Medicine in the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Department of Medicine.   The appointment recognizes Prof. Badero’s pioneering work at the intersection of cardiology and nephrology, […] The post Olurotimi John Badero appointed Professor of Medicine at University of Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Federal Gov’t Declares Admission Into Tertiary Institutions Outside CAPS Illegal

The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued the warning on Tuesday during the 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Abuja. Alausa cautioned universities, polytechnics, and […]

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4 h. ago ASUU: Strike over delayed salaries gathers momentum, more varsities join

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike over the delay in salary payments is gaining momentum as more universities read more ASUU: Strike over delayed salaries gathers momentum, more varsities join

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4 h. ago Telecom operators convene strategic meeting on CNII Executive Order

By Chinenye Anuforo Following a recent Executive Order from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) formally designating telecommunications infrastructure as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII), telecommunications operators under the aegis of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has announced a  strategic stakeholders’ meeting. Scheduled for August 15, 2025, in Abuja, this second […] The post Telecom operators convene strategic meeting on CNII Executive Order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Police arrest UNN student over murder of lady in Nsukka hotel

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old student of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Emmanuel Gambo, in connection with the gruesome murder of a young lady, Deborah Sam-Praise Ememem, in a hotel room in Nsukka. Quoting a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Daniel Ndukwe, on […] The post Police arrest UNN student over murder of lady in Nsukka hotel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NIPR, Nasarawa Govt. sign MoU to establish University of Public Relations

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nasarawa State Government on read more NIPR, Nasarawa Govt. sign MoU to establish University of Public Relations

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7 h. ago NCAA approves Enugu Air’s operations through XEJET pending AOC completion

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted approval for Enugu Air to commence domestic flight operations in partnership with XEJET, pending the completion of Enugu Air’s Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process. Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, NCAA, Michael Achimugu, in a statement late Monday said the move aligned […] The post NCAA approves Enugu Air’s operations through XEJET pending AOC completion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Why Nigeria Must Invest Heavily In Health, Education – Peter Obi

Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has described health and education as the most critical societal investments. He stated this yesterday in Benin, Edo State at the premises of St. Philomena Hospital School of Nursing Sciences, where he donated N15 million for the completion of an ongoing building project. He said every […]

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9 h. ago Productivity, skill acquisition, entrepreneurship critical to economic prosperity – Makinde

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that intensive production, skill acquisition, knowledge-based initiatives and development of entrepreneurs are read more Productivity, skill acquisition, entrepreneurship critical to economic prosperity – Makinde

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10 h. ago Experts Advocate Legal Framework For Order Of Precedence In Nigeria

Protocol professionals in Nigeria gathered virtually over the weekend for a key session organised by the Association of Certified Protocol Practitioners of Nigeria (ACPPN). The online event featured a powerful presentation by U.S.-based protocol and international engagement consultant, Feyisola Adetunji. Adetunji, speaking to a diverse audience of protocol officers, event planners, and government officials, stressed […]

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10 h. ago Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo

Tribune Online Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo •Says councils sponsor 429 students to Technical University, Nursing School, Technical College annually OYO State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, has said that local governments in the state have built several landmark infrastruc­ture, health and educational facilities in the last two years of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s second term of office. […] Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo Tribune Online

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14 h. ago FG Warns Stakeholders On Dangers Of Electricity Assets Vandalism

In a renewed effort to safeguard critical power infrastructure and ensure public safety, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) hosted a sensitisation programme in Kaduna to enlighten host communities on the dangers of building under transmission lines and the increasing threat of vandalism. The general manager Kaduna Region, Engr Nasir Mansur S Fada, highlighted the […]

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15 h. ago New Laws: Experts Raise Fresh Concerns Over High Corporate Taxes

Despite the recent passage of four new tax laws by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Nigeria’s ambitious tax reform drive appears to be at a critical crossroads. Fiscal policy experts, private sector leaders, and economists have raised fresh concerns that, without deeper structural changes—especially a reduction in corporate tax rates and regulatory overhaul—the country’s tax system […]

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16 h. ago UNICROSS alumni call for Bassey’s confirmation as substantive VC

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has unanimously backed Prof. Francisca Bassey, the acting Vice Chancellor, for confirmation as the substantive VC of the institution. Hon. Njang Ndoma, National Secretary of the Association, said their decision follows an emergency meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC). The NEC […] The post UNICROSS alumni call for Bassey’s confirmation as substantive VC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Police Arrest UNN Student For Allegedly Killing Girl Over Sex Dispute

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested one Emmanuel Gambo said to be a student of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), for allegedly strangulating a 22-year-old Deborah Sam-Praise Ememem to death. The body of Ememem was recently found in a hotel room in Nsukka, Enugu State, where it was dumped after her killing by […]

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22 h. ago I Was Called Talentless, But I’m The Only Trained Musician In My Family – Peter Okoye

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has declared that he is the only certified musician in his family. He made the statement while addressing claims that his twin brother and former bandmate, Paul Okoye, is more talented. Speaking during a performance at the recent AY Live event, shared on Facebook on Sunday, […] The post I Was Called Talentless, But I’m The Only Trained Musician In My Family – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Oparanozie slams NFF: Nigeria losing ground in African women’s football

Former Super Falcons forward Desire Oparanozie has criticised the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for failing to adequately support women’s football, read more Oparanozie slams NFF: Nigeria losing ground in African women’s football

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23 h. ago Crest Africa Highlights Olorunshola’s Mission To Power Africa’s Digital Transformation

Across Africa’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, one name continues to stand out for his unique blend of strategy, technical expertise, and purpose-driven impact – Olorunleke Olorunshola. As a certified Power Platform developer and enterprise solution architect, he is helping organizations large and small unlock new levels of efficiency, intelligence, and scalability through Microsoft low-code tools. […]

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