5 h. ago How Nigeria Air scandal, $700m trapped funds, policy missteps marred Buhari’s aviation legacy

By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com     When former President Muhammadu Buhari assumed office in 2015, expectations were high as he postured as a seasoned reformer eager to change the narrative. Coincidentally, the aviation sector was in dire need of reforms and many felt a doctor had come to treat the patient, literally speaking. “These […] The post How Nigeria Air scandal, $700m trapped funds, policy missteps marred Buhari’s aviation legacy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari

Tribune Online Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari He acknowledged that while Buhari, like all leaders, had imperfections, his life was marked by faithful service to the nation and devotion to God. Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari Tribune Online

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13 h. ago “Your Resignation From PDP Was Staged To Make Nigerians Forget Buhari’s Legacy” — Keyamo Tells Atiku

Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has accused former vice president, Atiku Abubakar of staggering his defection to Africa Democratic Congress. Mr. Keyamo insisted that Atiku’s deliberately released the resignation letter to make Nigerians forget late former president Muhammadu Buhari’s legacy. Speaking in a statement on Thursday, the Aviation Minister added that the former vp shouldn’t […] The post “Your Resignation From PDP Was Staged To Make Nigerians Forget Buhari’s Legacy” — Keyamo Tells Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Buhari’s missed revolution: Reflection on lost opportunities

By El-Yaquob Ibn Yousouf The passing of President Muhammadu Buhari marks the end of an era for Nigeria, one that began with immense hope and ended in profound disappointment. Elected in 2015 as the first opposition candidate to defeat an incumbent President, Buhari carried a historic mandate and unparalleled political capital. A former military ruler […] The post Buhari’s missed revolution: Reflection on lost opportunities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Adesina reflects on Buhari’s complex relationship with media on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily

• says he relied on friends to pay hospital bills, children school fee From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Former presidential spokesman Femi Adesina on Tuesday appeared on Sunrise Daily on Channels Television, offering an insightful reflection on the late President Muhammadu Buhari’s attitude toward the media—a relationship marked by caution but not hostility.   Adesina […] The post Adesina reflects on Buhari’s complex relationship with media on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Buhari: President whose cautious pace, health challenges marked his tenure

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former military ruler turned democratic president, died on July 13, 2025, in London after a prolonged illness. Aged 82, his death closes a chapter marked by high expectations, persistent controversies, and a leadership style shaped by cautious decision-making and recurring ill health. The Long Road to Victory He […] The post Buhari: President whose cautious pace, health challenges marked his tenure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “Buhari Loved Himself Too Much To Love Nigeria, Did Less For Man Than Cow” — Omatseye

Chairman of editorial board for The Nation, a newspaper owned by President Bola Tinubu, Sam Omatseye has accused former president Muhammadu Buhari as a leader who valued animals and himself than Nigerians. Omatseye, a veteran journalist, described Buhari’s administration as anticlimax marked by economic failure, bigotry, self-interest, and squandered public trust. He noted that Peter […] The post “Buhari Loved Himself Too Much To Love Nigeria, Did Less For Man Than Cow” — Omatseye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Buratai: Buhari’s faith in military led to recovery of terrorist

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Rtd), has paid glowing tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, saying his death marked the end of an era characterised by integrity, patriotism, and exceptional service to the nation. In a personally signed […] The post Buratai: Buhari’s faith in military led to recovery of terrorist-held territories appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. 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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2 w. ago Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025

•Pushes to dismantle trade barriers   By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com   When African leaders convened in Abuja for the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in June, the spotlight was on the structural and policy bottlenecks that have long hindered the full potential of intra-regional trade across the subcontinent. At the summit themed; “Unlocking […] The post Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Localised solutions: How Nnaemeka Ikegwuonu’s ColdHubs turns food waste into rural wealth

Every morning in Nigeria’s sprawling open-air markets, traders like Sadisu Sani race the sun to sell crates of fresh tomatoes, read more Localised solutions: How Nnaemeka Ikegwuonu’s ColdHubs turns food waste into rural wealth

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4 w. ago We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO 

By Chinelo Obogo   The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has made a disturbing disclosure that his company suffered 115 bird strikes in the last five years. But despite the challenge, he said the airline has three serviceable airplanes on standby at any point in time to address the long-standing issue of […] The post We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Inflation is falling, but businesses are still gasping for air

Inflation is falling, but businesses are still gasping for air By Oluwatobi Ojabello Inflation is cooling in Nigeria. According to read more Inflation is falling, but businesses are still gasping for air

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4 w. ago Tinubu Visits Benue Survivors, Condoles With Victims Of Yelewata Attack

President Bola Tinubu on wednesday visited Makurdi, Benue State, on a condolence trip following the deadly herdsmen attack on Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area, which left over 200 persons dead. Tinubu arrived at the Nigeria Air Force Base at about 12:58 pm and was received by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […] The post Tinubu Visits Benue Survivors, Condoles With Victims Of Yelewata Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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