1 hour ago VP Shettima warns ‘detractors’: Stop fabricating conflict between me and Tinubu

Tribune Online VP Shettima warns ‘detractors’: Stop fabricating conflict between me and Tinubu The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has warned media organisations and political actors to desist from what he called the “practice of wrenching statements from context in order to fabricate nonexistent conflicts” between him and President Bola Tinubu. The Vice President gave the warning in a statement by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the […] VP Shettima warns ‘detractors’: Stop fabricating conflict between me and Tinubu Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Golvia sets up advisory board to guide growth and governance

Golvia, an innovation-focused startup based in Africa, has announced the formation of its first Advisory Board. The move is aimed read more Golvia sets up advisory board to guide growth and governance

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4 h. ago Edo Carnival 2025 to illuminate December with SHINEfest cultural celebration

By Rita Okoye Edo State is poised to shine in December with the EDO CARNIVAL 2025 SHINEfest, a week-long cultural celebration themed “Illuminating Heritage, Celebrating Today.” Organised by Peak Rendezvous Global Limited in collaboration with the Office of the Special Adviser on Protocol to the Edo State Governor, this festival promises to be one of […] The post Edo Carnival 2025 to illuminate December with SHINEfest cultural celebration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Natasha’s Team Submits Court Verdict CTC To Senate, Says Lawmaker To Resume July 15

The legal team representing Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has served the leadership of the National Assembly with a certified true copy (CTC) of the Federal High Court judgement mandating her immediate recall to the Senate. In a strongly worded letter dated July 1, 2025, the lawyers also declared that the female Senator will resume […]

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9 h. ago Contempt: Natasha Fires Back, Appeals ₦5m Fine Over Facebook Post

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has filed a formal appeal against the ₦5 million fine imposed on her by Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on July 4, 2025, over contempt of court, describing the judgement as procedurally flawed and indicative of judicial bias. The Notice of Appeal, lodged at the […]

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14 h. ago After Supreme Court Victory, Okpebholo Vows To Probe Obaseki

Barely forty-eight hours after the Supreme Court affirmed his election, Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpeholo, on Friday announced that a commission of inquiry will be set up to probe the immediate-past administration of Mr Godwin Obaseki. Okpeholo disclosed this while addressing party leaders, youths, market women, civil servants, professional bodies and other groups at […]

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14 h. ago Insecurity: Troops destroy 15 illegal refining sites, kill scores of terrorists

Tribune Online Insecurity: Troops destroy 15 illegal refining sites, kill scores of terrorists The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday disclosed that in the renewed fight against insurgency activities in the country, its troops, in collaboration with Hybrid Forces and other security agencies... Insecurity: Troops destroy 15 illegal refining sites, kill scores of terrorists Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Oshiomhole Calls For Obaseki’s Probe Following Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called on Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, to launch an investigation into the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki. Speaking during an event to celebrate the Supreme Court’s affirmation of Okpebholo’s election  on Friday, Oshiomhole claimed there were questionable financial dealings under Obaseki’s leadership, particularly concerning the Radisson Hotel project and […] The post Oshiomhole Calls For Obaseki’s Probe Following Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Dafinone Hails Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory, Urges Inclusive Leadership

Delta Central Senator, Ede Dafinone, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo following Thursday’s Supreme Court judgement which affirmed him as the duly elected governor of Edo State, describing the ruling as a victory for democracy and a resounding affirmation of the people’s will. In a statement released on Friday, Senator Dafinone praised the […]

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17 h. ago Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations

From Kenneth Udeh,  Abuja The Nigerian Senate, in a plenary session presided over by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, on Thursday passed the Bill for an Act to Establish the Police Service Commission Training Institute (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB.564)  but not without heated exchanges on the floor, particularly between Edo North Lawmaker, Senator […] The post Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Senate Proposes N200m Compensation For Family Of Boy Allegedly Killed By NDLEA Officer

The Nigerian Senate has recommended payment of N200 million as compensation to the family of Ivan Onose Omhonrina, a two-year-old boy allegedly killed by a stray bullet shot by a personnel of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Delta State. The incident on July 13, 2023, which sparked widespread outrage and grief across […]

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20 h. ago Sen. Dino Melaye, 5,733 others become certified legal practitioners

A former member of the Nigerian Senate, Sen. Dino Melaye has been called to bar, making him a duly certified advocate of the Nigerian legal system. He was among the 5,734 presented for call to bar in Abuja on Wednesday, a figure said to be the highest in the history of law school. Melaye, who […] The post Sen. Dino Melaye, 5,733 others become certified legal practitioners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Edo South Senator, APC Chair Laud Okpebholo Over Supreme Court Victory

The Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District at National Assembly, Senator Neda Imasuen, on Friday described the Supreme Court Judgment which affirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s election Victory as a landmark judgement and well deserved. Senator Imasuen in a statement, said the victory was for the entire Edo people, adding that it re-enforced the collective belief […]

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24 h. ago “Return To PDP, Your Efforts In Coalition Group Will Amount To Nothing Without Us” – Bode George Tells Atiku, Others

A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Bode George, has urged former vice president Atiku Abubakar and other angry members of the party, who joined Africa Democratic Congress to return and work for the progress of the party. Mr. George also appealed to ex- senate president, David Mark, the National Chairman of ADC to […] The post “Return To PDP, Your Efforts In Coalition Group Will Amount To Nothing Without Us” – Bode George Tells Atiku, Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago “Election Deal With Atiku Will Make Peter Obi Lose His Blind Followers” – Tinubu’s Aide Warns

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has warned former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi to reject any proposed deals with ex- vice president Atiku Abubakar in 2027. Mr. Onanuga warned that if Obi agree to be running mate with Atiku in 2027 election, he will not get the kind […] The post “Election Deal With Atiku Will Make Peter Obi Lose His Blind Followers” – Tinubu’s Aide Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Bafarawa Launches Arewa Initiative To Tackle Insecurity, Disunity

A former governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, has launched the Arewa Cohesion for Peace, Unity and Development Initiative in Kaduna, with a call for collective action to address insecurity, disunity, and underdevelopment in Northern Nigeria. The event, held at Arewa House, brought together traditional leaders, community stakeholders, youth groups, and development partners, […]

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26 h. ago 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency

By Seyi Babalola Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, has said that a presidential ticket comprising former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi will be unable to beat the president in 2027. Onanuga stated that the Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress (APC) does not regard the alliance as a danger. […] The post 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Senate demands N200m compensation for toddler shot during NDLEA raid

•Upholds dismissal of WAEC staff for aiding examination fraud From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to provide N200 million as compensation to the family of a toddler killed and another critically injured in the eye during a raid by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) […] The post Senate demands N200m compensation for toddler shot during NDLEA raid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Akume denies interest in APC national chairmanship, appoints Odunuga as media adviser

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has rebuffed reports that he is vying for the position of national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial followed a recent publication by a national daily newspaper that listed him among top politicians competing for the party’s top […] The post Akume denies interest in APC national chairmanship, appoints Odunuga as media adviser appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago “Stay Focused, Committed To Edo People” – Wike Advises Gov Okpebholo Aftee Supreme Court Victory

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has hailed Supreme Court judgment, affirming victory of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, in the September 2024 governorship election in the state. Wike urged Governor Okpebholo, who contested under the umbrella of All Progressive Congress to remain focused and be more committed to Edo people. The former […] The post “Stay Focused, Committed To Edo People” – Wike Advises Gov Okpebholo Aftee Supreme Court Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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