11 h. ago IPOB fumes over NMA’s failure to submit medical report on Kanu

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has deeply expressed its anger over the failure by the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to submit the medical report of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu at his ongoing trial on Tuesday. Spokesperson of IPOB Emma Powerful, condemning the act by the NMA in a statement he released […] The post IPOB fumes over NMA’s failure to submit medical report on Kanu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Benue Not Among Worst Governed States In Nigeria: A Rebuttal To GGRI’s Misleading Report

The Benue State Government is compelled to respond to the recent Good Governance Rating Index (GGRI) report that ranked the State among Nigeria’s worst-governed  states.  We take an exception to this caliber of report and strongly disagree with these findings, which we believe are not only fundamentally flawed but misleading. The report also fails to […]

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25 h. ago Gala to sue Turkish football pundit over false chronic disease report on Osimhen

By Rasaq Oboirien Turkish football pundit, Ahmet Çakar has claimed that Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has been diagnosed with a chronic disease. Çakar made this assertion during a sports programme on television, suggesting that Osimhen’s recent aggressive behaviour on the pitch indicates underlying health issues. He claimed that Osimhen’s medical reports should be disclosed […] The post Gala to sue Turkish football pundit over false chronic disease report on Osimhen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago How unsuccessful peace deals fuel banditry in Northern Nigeria — Report

A new report by SBM Intelligence has exposed how repeated peace agreements between northern state governments and armed bandit groups read more How unsuccessful peace deals fuel banditry in Northern Nigeria — Report

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4 d. ago OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE), in collaboration with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the European Union (EU), and the German Development Agency (GIZ), has unveiled the Nigeria Country Resilience and Human Security Assessment, a report designed to strengthen the country’s capacity to withstand security, economic, […] The post OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 2027: I’m not planning to step down – Atiku debunks viral report

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has debunked a news report claiming he was considering stepping down for a younger aspirant in the race for the 2027 presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe made the clarification in a Thursday statement. Earlier on Thursday, reports circulated that […] The post 2027: I’m not planning to step down – Atiku debunks viral report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Report of NDDC/SWAN training for female entrepreneurs in Niger Delta

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) partnered with the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Port Harcourt & District read more Report of NDDC/SWAN training for female entrepreneurs in Niger Delta

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7 d. ago 42% Of Nigeria’s Informal Sector Lacks Enough Savings To Survive – Report

A new study by Moniepoint Microfinance Bank has revealed that 42 per cent of Nigeria’s informal sector operators do not have enough savings to survive beyond one month without income, highlighting the fragile financial state of millions of small businesses across the country. The findings form part of the second edition of Nigeria’s Informal Economy […]

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1 week ago IPOB Presses For Immediate Release Of Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Report

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has demanded the immediate public release of the medical report of its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. On Thursday, IPOB spokesperson Comrade Emma Powerful said a team of doctors appointed by the Attorney-General assessed Kanu’s health two days ago, but the report has not been released. Powerful described the […] The post IPOB Presses For Immediate Release Of Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Report appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high

Tribune Online Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high In recent time, the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has left no stone unturned in its quest to ensure the country returns to the elite group of countries represented on the Council seats of the IMO. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI chronicles Nigeria’s campaign efforts and why she cannot afford to fail. Excerpts: […] Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high Tribune Online

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2 w. ago UNGA80: 2.23m kidnapping incidents recorded, N2.2trn ransom paid in 13 months—Nigeria’s SDG 16 Shadow Report

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Between May 2023 and April 2024, Nigeria witnessed a staggering 2.23 million incidents of kidnapping, with ransom payments totalling ₦2.2 trillion (about US$1.4 billion)—an amount that exceeds the country’s entire defence budget for 2024. This alarming revelation is among the key findings in the 8th Nigeria SDG 16 Shadow Report, launched […] The post UNGA80: 2.23m kidnapping incidents recorded, N2.2trn ransom paid in 13 months—Nigeria’s SDG 16 Shadow Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NSIB releases preliminary report on Abuja–Kaduna train derailment

Tribune Online NSIB releases preliminary report on Abuja–Kaduna train derailment The final report will provide detailed conclusions and additional recommendations to enhance rail safety in Nigeria... NSIB releases preliminary report on Abuja–Kaduna train derailment Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Nigeria Spends 69% Of 2024 Revenues On Debt Service — Budget Office Report

Nigeria’s fiscal condition remains under strain as the Federal Government spent a staggering 69 per cent of its total 2024 revenues on debt servicing. This was revealed in the latest Budget Implementation Report (BIR) released by the Budget Office of the Federation (BOF). The report showed that out of the N19.354 trillion earned in 2024, […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu should revisit, implement Uwais Report – Ezeokenwa, APGA national chairman

Says Nigeria making progress under president From Obinna Odogwu, Awka National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Sly Ezeokenwa, has given President Bola Tinubu a pass mark, saying that the country is making progress under him. In this interview with Sunday Sun, Ezeokenwa, a lawyer, wants the President to really go beyond […] The post Tinubu should revisit, implement Uwais Report – Ezeokenwa, APGA national chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector

Tribune Online FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy on Thursday published the Creative Economy Data Mapping Report, a landmark study that provides a comprehensive overview of opportunities across Nigeria’s creative economy value chain. The report was unveiled at the Creative Industries Economic Coordination and Investment Summit organised by the British Council in […] FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector Tribune Online

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3 w. ago New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries

Tribune Online New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries The Global Witness has released a report showing that land and environmental defenders across Africa continue to face different forms of attack in a bid to shut down dissent. Published on Wednesday, September 17, the report Roots of Resistance highlights the number of killings and disappearances of land and environmental defenders globally in 2024. In […] New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Salary deductions: OAGF clears air, faults hasty media report

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has cautioned stakeholders, particularly media organisations, against rushing to the public with unverified information, warning that such actions could mislead Nigerians and damage the reputation of government institutions. The agency’s reaction followed a recent broadcast by a radio station, which alleged non-compliance […] The post Salary deductions: OAGF clears air, faults hasty media report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Stakeholders, foreign partners push for stronger tobacco tax to reduce consumption, boost revenue

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Key stakeholders from government ministries, academia, civil society organisations and international partners converged at a workshop yesterday in Abuja to review and endorse the Tobacco Excise Tax Simulation (TETSiM) report aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s tobacco taxation policy. The engagement came as Nigeria prepares to revise its tobacco tax regime, which expired […] The post Stakeholders, foreign partners push for stronger tobacco tax to reduce consumption, boost revenue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago The age of situationships: How young people are redefining love and relationships

Tribune Online The age of situationships: How young people are redefining love and relationships In this report, ENIOLA SHOBIYE writes about the age of relationships among Nigeria’s youth; where they engage in undefined love entanglements, fuelled by various elements, to become uncommitted associations that often result in emotional problems and heartbreaks. Labelled situationships, these have become the popular mode of youth-centric relationships. So, are you two dating? ”The pause […] The age of situationships: How young people are redefining love and relationships Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Nigeria Needs 21. 95% Growth Rate For $1tn Economy By 2031 – Afrinvest

  Afrinvest West Africa Limited has predicted that Nigeria’s rebased Gross Domestic Product (GDP) requires a 21.95 per cent growth rate at an exchange rate of N1,500 per dollar to achieve the $1 trillion economy target by 2031. The investment firm made this prediction in its 20th Nigeria Banking Sector Report 2025, titled ‘ACT-BOLD: Beyond […]

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