50 m. ago Why Peter Obi will not get PDP, ADC, LP presidential ticket – Presidency

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has declared that Peter Obi will not get the presidential ticket of the Labour Party (LP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), or the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 election. Bwala, who appeared on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Wednesday, stated that Obi […] The post Why Peter Obi will not get PDP, ADC, LP presidential ticket – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 m. ago APFFLON urges Tinubu to slash 7% cargo levy to ease economic hardship

By Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has urged President Bola Tinubu to urgently slash the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at Nigeria’s ports, describing the levy as an unbearable strain on businesses and consumers amid worsening economic conditions. In a letter dated August 11 and signed […] The post APFFLON urges Tinubu to slash 7% cargo levy to ease economic hardship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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96 m. ago FG Targets N493bn For Kano–Katsina Road, Carter Bridge Projects

The Federal Government has set a combined target of N493 billion for the upgrade of the Kano–Katsina Road and the planned construction of a new Carter Bridge in Lagos, following approvals by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at its meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Minister of Works, David Umahi, told State House correspondents […]

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1 hour ago Drug war: Why Tinubu’ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu said  the administration of President Bola Tinubu will continue to strengthen the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) because of its strategic value to the success of the country’s national security architecture. This was contained in his remarks yesterday, at the commissioning of […] The post Drug war: Why Tinubu’ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Reactions As Tinubu Orders Review Of Revenue Retention By NNPCL, Others

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive review of all deductions and revenue retention practices by major revenue-generating agencies. These agencies include the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigeria Customs Service, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The directive, given […]

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6 h. ago Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman

Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) chairman, Dr Zacch Adedeji, has said President Bola Tinubu’s security agenda is yielding tangible results, commending the Armed Forces and other security personnel for their dedication in securing the country. Adedeji disclosed that for the first time in a long while, FIRS has been able to meet its 2025 tax […] The post Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has dismissed the possibility of the Obidient Movement posing any form of threat to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Israel spoke at a press conference in Abuja while parading newsmen around the newly-built […] The post 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves ₦142bn For Bus Terminals In 6 Geopolitical Zones

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of modern bus terminals in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones at a total cost of ₦142,028,576,008.17. Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, announced this while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Alkali said the contract was […]

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15 h. ago Tinubu Pledges To Make Steel Sector Nigeria’s Industrial Backbone

President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s resolve to reposition the steel sector as the industrial heart of Nigeria and the hub of the nation’s economic diversification. Accordingly, the President outlined ongoing efforts by his administration to revamp legacy projects in the sector, such as the Ajaokuta Steel Company, the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria, […]

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15 h. ago Drug war: Why Tinubu will continue to strengthen NDLEA – NSA Ribadu, AGF Fagbemi

Tribune Online Drug war: Why Tinubu will continue to strengthen NDLEA – NSA Ribadu, AGF Fagbemi He noted that in just two years of President Tinubu’s administration, the NDLEA has achieved significant results. Drug war: Why Tinubu will continue to strengthen NDLEA – NSA Ribadu, AGF Fagbemi Tribune Online

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15 h. ago 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Ahead of the forthcoming general elections, the National Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has opened a dedicated centre in Abuja to rally young men and women for a fresh mandate for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge

By Steve Agbota In order to cushion the effects of economic hardship in Nigeria, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on President Bola Tinubu for an urgent reduction of the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at the nation’s ports. In a letter dated, August 11, and signed […] The post Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago I Have No Apologies For Supporting Tinubu, He’s My Friend Of 22 Years – Soludo

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State, a member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), on Tuesday, reaffirmed his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu. He described Tinubu as a friend of 22 years, noting that his political stance is rooted in loyalty and shared ideology. Speaking to journalists after visiting Tinubu at the Presidential […] The post I Have No Apologies For Supporting Tinubu, He’s My Friend Of 22 Years – Soludo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Tinubu swears in Dakas as Chairman, Eugene, Commissioner for Nigeria Law Reform Commission

FEC observes minute silence in honour of Ogbe    From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), inaugurated Dakas Dakas as Chairman and Uchenna Eugene as Commissioner of the Nigeria Law Reform Commission.  The brief swearing-in ceremony took place in the Council Chambers of the […] The post Tinubu swears in Dakas as Chairman, Eugene, Commissioner for Nigeria Law Reform Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago President Tinubu Appoints Kawu As Federal Commissioner, Pension Commission

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, OON and member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos, as a federal commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointment has been met with widespread commendation from political leaders, associates, and well-wishers nationwide, who have […]

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25 h. ago Call Air: Gov Otu targets 3 new aircrafts, int’nal routes as VP launches 2 new aircraft

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday, applauded Governor Bassey Otu on his impressive investment in aviation and other critical sectors as he launched the third and fourth Cally Air Fleet. Speaking at the Margaret Ekpo International Airport in Calabar, where he represented President Bola Tinubu, Shettima described the initiative as a strategic […] The post Call Air: Gov Otu targets 3 new aircrafts, int’nal routes as VP launches 2 new aircraft appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Tinubu, Soludo meeting last kick of dying horse, APC fires back at APGA

From Emmanuel Uzor, Awka The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the meeting of Governor Chukwuma Soludo with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa as the last kick of a dying horse, stressing that no amount of window dressing campaign could save the governor from imminent defeat. The Campaign Organisation of Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu/Senator […] The post Tinubu, Soludo meeting last kick of dying horse, APC fires back at APGA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Customs, other agencies unite to drive National Single Window Project

By Chinwendu Obienyi The drive to modernise Nigeria’s trade processes gained fresh momentum yesterday as top government agencies met at the Nigeria Customs Service headquarters in Abuja to fast-track the National Single Window (NSW) project. Launched by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in April 2024, the NSW aims to simplify trade procedures, enhance transparency, and deliver […] The post Customs, other agencies unite to drive National Single Window Project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed new board members for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), key agencies under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement said Idris Olorunnimbe has […] The post Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Niger Delta ‘ll Support Tinubu In 2027, Says PAP Boss Otuaro

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has declared that the Niger Delta region will support only President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections. He stated this in his remarks at the closing ceremony of the ‘Stream 1’ Batch 3 three-day strategic Leadership, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation Training organised by […]

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