4 h. ago Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Christian organisation has appealed to the Federal Government to maintain Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic ties with Israel, describing the partnership as vital for national development, security, and global peace. The Christians United for Israel Prayer Outreach, Nigeria, made the appeal in response to recent calls for the suspension of relations […] The post Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago OSPRE, Operation Safe Corridor sign pact to disarm insurgents

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE) and the Nigerian Army’s Operation Safe Corridor (OPSC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen peacebuilding and national security through non-kinetic approaches. The agreement, signed at OSPRE’s headquarters in Abuja, aims to enhance collaborative efforts in the Disarmament, Demobilization, Deradicalization, Rehabilitation, […] The post OSPRE, Operation Safe Corridor sign pact to disarm insurgents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Chief Kanran just completed acting in one of my projects – Femi Adebayo mourns late veteran

By John Ogunsemore Ace Nollywood actor and producer, Femi Adebayo has mourned the death of senior colleague, Segun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran. It was learnt that Chief Kanran died in a Lagos hospital on Friday after a brief illness, three days to his 70th birthday. Revealing that Chief Kanran just completed acting in […] The post Chief Kanran just completed acting in one of my projects – Femi Adebayo mourns late veteran appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Ondo Court Sentences Police Officer, Fake Soldier To Death By Hanging For Armed Robbery

An Ondo State High Court Sitting In Akure Has Sentenced A Serving Police Officer, David Friday, And A Fake Soldier, Innocent Victor, To Death By Hanging For Their Roles In A Series Of Armed Robberies. The Court Delivered The Verdict After Finding The Duo Guilty On Multiple Counts, Including Conspiracy, Armed Robbery, And Impersonation Of […] The post Ondo Court Sentences Police Officer, Fake Soldier To Death By Hanging For Armed Robbery appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG accelerates digital transformation of civil service, targets completion by year

 As Over 34,000 workers now have official emails From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fully digitising all essential civil service operations by December 31, 2025, in a bold move to boost efficiency, transparency, and ease of access to public services.  Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), […] The post FG accelerates digital transformation of civil service, targets completion by year-end appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago PICTORIAL: NCoS Promotes 30 Senior Officers To Assistant Controller

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has elevated thirty senior officers to the rank of Assistant Controller-General of Corrections (ACG) in a ceremony held at the Service’s National Headquarters in Abuja. Controller-General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, who decorated the officers, hailed their “dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment” to the Service. He stressed that the […]

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19 h. ago Manufacturers Laud Zedvance Finance for Sustained Support of SMEs, Growth Initiatives

Lagos, Nigeria – 11th August 2025 – The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has lauded leading financial services company, Zedvance read more Manufacturers Laud Zedvance Finance for Sustained Support of SMEs, Growth Initiatives

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20 h. ago Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital

A heavy downpour on Thursday evening triggered severe flooding at the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH), disrupting access to key sections of the facility and posing serious challenges to patients, staff, and visitors. The floodwaters, according to eyewitness accounts, originated from Murfakalam, a suburban community located on the outskirts of Damaturu metropolis. The downpour […] The post Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned a Canadian court ruling labeling it a terrorist organization, calling it politically intrusive and inaccurate. The party emphasised that it remains a legitimate political entity in Nigeria, committed to democratic processes and peaceful governance. Speaking on Friday,, APC National Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, said, “It is inappropriate […] The post “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Federal Gov’t Targets Full Digitalisation Of Civil Service By December

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack has announced that the federal government was on track to fully digitise all core civil service processes by December 31, 2025, as part of ongoing reforms to enhance efficiency and transparency. Walson-Jack made this known on Friday in Abuja during the inaugural […]

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21 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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22 h. ago NYSC DG visit Kebbi camp, urges Corps members to make friends across regions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Director General of National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle O. Nafiu has advised the Corps members serving in the state to ensure they made friends across the regions and sustain it after their service year.   Nafiu stated this during his visit to  the 2025 Batch “B” Stream […] The post NYSC DG visit Kebbi camp, urges Corps members to make friends across regions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago NYSC DG visits Kebbi camp, urges corps members to make friends across regions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle O. Nafiu, has advised the Corps members serving in the state to ensure they make friends across the regions and sustain them after their service year. Nafiu stated this during his visit to the 2025 Batch “B” […] The post NYSC DG visits Kebbi camp, urges corps members to make friends across regions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Federal Gov’t Achieves Oil Revenue Target, Attributes Feat To Military, PINL

The federal government has announced for the first time in many years, that it met the oil and gas sector revenue benchmark for year 2025. The announcement, made by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) attributed the milestone to a sustained peace in the Niger Delta region championed by operations of security agencies and pipeline […]

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27 h. ago FG assures sustained developmental projects execution in South

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to sustain the execution of developmental projects in the South-East region. The Minister read more FG assures sustained developmental projects execution in South-East

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29 h. ago Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn smuggled goods in South West

By Steve Agbota The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), yesterday said it arrested 13 suspects with N3.145 billion smuggled goods in the South West of the country. The intercepted items include: petrol, seven truckloads of rice, used cars, cannabis sativa, used clothes and other contraband. The Customs Comptroller, […] The post Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn smuggled goods in South West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment

Ikono Local Government Council in Akwa Ibom State has launched a network of Free Registration Support Centres to assist residents in participating in the ongoing Akwa Ibom State Civil Service Recruitment exercise. The initiative, approved by the Executive Chairman, Oto-Obong Okon Essien, COP, is aimed at ensuring that no qualified indigenous person is left out […] The post Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe as Chairman-designate of the Commission’s Board, alongside other designate Board members and members of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) Board, as a major step towards accelerating […] The post NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn worth of smuggled goods in South West

By Steve Agbota The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, said it arrested 13 suspects with N3.145 billion worth of smuggled goods in the South West of the country. The intercepted items include petrol, seven truckloads of rice, used cars, cannabis sativa, used clothes and other contraband. […] The post Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn worth of smuggled goods in South West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago New Fire Service CG Assumes Duty, Vows Not To Let Nigerians Down

The new Controller General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Samuel Adeyemi Olumode officially assumed duty on Thursday with a promise to uphold national safety and public trust, vowing not to let Nigerians down in the discharge of his duties. Adeyemi, who took over from Engr. Abdulganiyu Olola Jaji was decorated on Thursday by the […]

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