2 h. ago Nigeria’s Gas Reserves Hit Record 210.5trn Cubic Feet, To Last 93 Years — NUPRC

Nigeria’s crude oil and gas reserves have hit a record high of 37.24 billion barrels and 210.5 trillion cubic feet, according to the Commission Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe. The development comes amidst efforts by the commission to raise reserves as encapsulated in the Petroleum Industry Act, […]

Politics

2 h. ago Oyo Begins Payment Of Compensation To Property Owners On Circular Road

The Oyo State government commenced the first batch of payments of N264 million on Thursday as compensation to property owners affected by the Senator Rasheed Adewolu circular road corridor. The cheque presentation was held in the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development conference room, Agodi Ibadan. It would be recalled that the state government […]

Politics

3 h. ago Matawalle Leads Nigeria’s Push For Global Defence Ties In Brazil

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has led a delegation to the Latin America Aerospace and Defence (LAAD) Exhibition 2025, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, showcasing the country’s commitment to deepening global defence cooperation. The biennial event, a major gathering of international defence industries, government delegations, armed forces, and security […]

Politics

5 h. ago Professional Counselling: Experts Urge Nigerians To Seek Guidance

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and all Nigerians have been advised to engage professional counsellors for effective guidance in their daily lives. This call was made by the National President of the Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON) and President of the Counselling Practitioners Council, Professor Malami Umar Tambawal, shortly after the council’s inauguration […]

Politics

5 h. ago Labour Party: Why I’m most qualified for National Chairman – Lamidi Apapa

By Seyi Babalola Lamidi Apapa, the factional Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), claims he is the most constitutionally qualified person to lead the party amid its leadership crisis. Apapa stated this on ARISE TV’s News Night on Thursday, citing Article 14 of the party’s constitution as the basis for his opinion. He said that […] The post Labour Party: Why I’m most qualified for National Chairman – Lamidi Apapa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

5 h. ago 9 People In Police Net Over Killing Of Septuagenarian In Oyo Land Dispute

At least nine people have been arrested in connection with the killing of a septuagenarian and the destruction of property worth millions of naira in a communal land dispute in the state. The Oyo State Police Command’s public relations officer, Adewale Osifeso, said on Thursday that the nine suspects were arrested by operatives of the […]

Events

6 h. ago Again, Federal Gov’t Dismisses Allegations Of Lopsided Political Appointments

The Federal Government has dismissed recent claims suggesting imbalance and favouritism in federal appointments, reaffirming the Bola Tinubu administration’s commitment to equity, fairness, and national unity. In a statement issued on Friday by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), the government described the allegations, particularly those circulating on social […]

Politics

6 h. ago ‘Buhari Executed My Brother With Retroactive Law’, Nollywood Actor Nkem Owoh Recounts

Veteran Nollywood actor, Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, has spoken out about the execution of his older brother, Bartholomew Owoh, under the then military regime of General Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as one of the most painful moments of his life. Bartholomew Owoh was one of three young Nigerian executed by a firing squad […]

Politics

6 h. ago IAWPA Appoints Junaid Ali As South Asia Regional Coordinator

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has announced the appointment of Junaid Ali as its South Asia Regional Coordinator. In a press statement released to journalists and signed by the International Spokesman of IAWPA, Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke, the association said Junaid Ali, with over 12 years of experience in social activism and advocacy, […]

Politics

6 h. ago Benue To Partner Federal Gov’t On Empowerment, Resettlement Of IDPs

The Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintain a strong collaboration with the Federal Government to support the resettlement and empowerment of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. Executive Secretary of BSEMA, Sir James Iorpuu disclosed this during the monthly distribution of food and non-food items to IDPs. […]

Politics

7 h. ago Group Demands Akpabio’s Resignation Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

A civil advocacy group, The Action Collective, has called for the immediate resignation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio following renewed allegations of sexual harassment that the group said were damaging both the credibility of the National Assembly and Nigeria’s international reputation. In a strongly worded statement released on Thursday and signed by its National Coordinator, […]

Politics

7 h. ago Gov Kefas Offers Automatic Appointment To 2 Women Living With HIV In Taraba

Taraba State governor, Agbu Kefas, on Friday, offered automatic appointment to two women who confessed they have been living a happy life despite being HIV-carriers for about a decade Kefas announced the job offer during a two-day working visit of the First Lady/Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to Jalingo, Taraba State capital. Mrs […]

Politics

7 h. ago Nigerian Techie Agbodje Meets Billionaire Richard Branson On Necker Island

Nigerian-born tech entrepreneur and founder of Patricia Technologies, Hanu Fejiro Agbodje, recently spent a transformative week with British business magnate and Virgin Group co-founder, Sir Richard Branson, at the billionaire’s private residence on Necker Island. The week-long experience, described by Agbodje as “unforgettable,” included personal mentorship, spirited chess matches, and deep conversations about purpose, failure, […]

Politics

7 h. ago Police Affairs Minister Seeks Holistic Approach To Tackle Terrorism 

Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has called for holistic and multifaceted approach among security agencies in order to address the challenges of terrorism. Gaidam stated that implementing the international standard and good practice of sound, modern, integrated, and cooperative border management will go a long way in putting an end to this threat. […]

Politics

7 h. ago Kwara garment factory commends AbdulRazaq’s industrial drive

The Managing Director of the Kwara Garment Factory, Hajia Adedeji, has praised Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State for his visionary leadership and consistent support for economic development, industrialisation, and job creation in the state. According to a statement on Friday, Adedeji, who spoke during a special feature on Radio Kwara, Midland 99.1 FM, described Read More

Politics

7 h. ago Ibukun Awosika’s Dubai 2025 summit emphasises women’s economic power

The 2025 International Woman Leadership Conference (TIWLC) concluded its Dubai edition with a strong focus on the economic imperative of read more Ibukun Awosika’s Dubai 2025 summit emphasises women’s economic power

Politics

7 h. ago NDLEA Cracks Down On Kano Drug Hotspots, Arrests 22 Suspects

The Kano State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said it has arrested 22 suspects and confiscated a range of illicit substances following a series of coordinated raids across drug hotspots in the state. Led by the State Commander, CN AI Ahmad, the operation was carried out in Dan’agundi Construction Site, Gwangwazo […]

Politics

7 h. ago Gov Soludo Hailed For Restoring Sanity, Saving Anambra From Get

The governor of Anambra State has been applauded for saving the youths from decadence occasioned by get-rich-quick syndrome. The commendation was given by Amb. Johnny Metchie, the President General (PG) of Umueri community in the State. The PG, who is also the Traditional Prime Minister of Anambra State Association of Town Unions (ASATU), wondered what […]

Politics

8 h. ago Abia 2027: Party bigwigs attend Sen Kalu’s unity meeting, reaffirm APC’s readiness for elections

Kenneth Udeh, Abuja   The Aso Villa home of Abia-North Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu on Thursday evening played host to Top stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress ( APC ) in the state on the behest of the Party’s National Welfare Officer of the party, Hon. Donatus Nwankpa, in collaboration with the state leadership. […] The post Abia 2027: Party bigwigs attend Sen Kalu’s unity meeting, reaffirm APC’s readiness for elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

8 h. ago Security Agents Kill 5 Suspected Bandits, Arrest 3 Informants In Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command in partnership with the military, Department of State Services (DSS), Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), and local vigilantes have killed five suspected bandits and arrested three suspected informants during coordinated security operations. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, in a press statement disclosed […]

Events