23 m. ago Two 3SC players threaten legal action against mgt over nonchalant attitude

Two players of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Taiye Muritala and Lawal Abdullhai, through their agent, Corebozzez Sporting Agency, have served a notice to commence a legal action against the management of the traditional club over their nonchalant attitude towards the welfare of the players. According to a letter written by Oladokun, Oladokun & Co, […] The post Two 3SC players threaten legal action against mgt over nonchalant attitude appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago IBB Golf Club Interim Management C’ttee To Begin Work Immediately — Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said the newly appointed members of the Interim Management Committee of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club, are to commence work immediately. The Interim Management Committee will function under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, led by Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President […]

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2 h. ago Suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Mocks Akpabio With ‘Satirical Apology Letter’

The suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has introduced another dimension to her ongoing feud with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. LEADERSHIP recalls that the female Senator was suspended by the Senate for six months earlier in the year for breaching Senate rules following her open altercation with the Senate President over new seating arrangement in […]

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6 h. ago “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1

Nigerian Fuji legend Alhaji Kollington has responded to his fellow musician, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 or Kwam1. In a recent interview with Agbaletu TV, Kwam1 expressed his disappointment with Kollington, stating that he was upset because Kollington failed to visit and offer condolences after the death of his mother. K1 recalled how […] The post “You Can Never Lead Fuji Music While I’m Alive” – Kollington Tells Kwam1 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Catholic bishop lambasts Kogi government over decay in public schools

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Catholic Bishop of Idah Diocese, Bishop Anthony Ademu Adaji, has criticised the Kogi State government for the deterioration of public primary and secondary schools, where students sit on bare floors to learn and write exams despite substantial monthly allocations. Speaking at a Chrism Mass at Saint Boniface Cathedral, Idah, to […] The post Catholic bishop lambasts Kogi government over decay in public schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Wike Orders Crackdown On Illegal Hospitals After Pregnant Woman’s Death In Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a sweeping crackdown on unlicensed hospitals and unqualified medical workers operating within Abuja. The directive followed the death of a 35-year-old pregnant woman, Chekwube Chinagorom, during a failed caesarean section at Afolmi Hospital, a private clinic in Durumi that was later confirmed to […] The post Wike Orders Crackdown On Illegal Hospitals After Pregnant Woman’s Death In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Rivers Crisis: Wike Gives Conditions For Peace With Gov Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has rolled out some conditions for any reconciliation with his successor, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking during a media chat on Friday in Abuja, the former governor of the oil rich state expressed willingness to reconcile if Governor Fubara truly seeks forgiveness. The Minister emphasized that […] The post Rivers Crisis: Wike Gives Conditions For Peace With Gov Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a strict crackdown on unregistered hospitals and unqualified medical practitioners following the tragic death of Chekwube Chinagorom, a 35-year-old pregnant woman, at an unregistered facility in Abuja. Chinagorom died after a Caesarean section at Afolmi Hospital in Durumi, which […] The post Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Wike Tackles Rivers Elders, Clerics Over State’s Political Crisis

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has challenged elders of Rivers State to show the efforts they had made towards resolving the political crisis in the state. Wike, who is the immediate-past governor of the state, spoke on Friday during a birthday anniversary thanksgiving of one of his allies in Port Harcourt, […]

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60 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Wike summons area council chairmen over primary school teachers’ strike

• As nurses, teachers protest PHC closure, demand N70,000 minimum wage From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, yesterday held an emergency meeting with the chairmen of the Area Councils to address the ongoing strike by the primary school teachers over unpaid entitlements and the non-implementation of the new […] The post Wike summons area council chairmen over primary school teachers’ strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago FCT Minister inspect key road projects, confident of May completion for Tinubu’s 2nd anniversary

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja  Minister for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in a comprehensive inspection tour of key road infrastructure projects, expressed optimism about meeting timelines for several critical roadways ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office. According to a statement by the Director of Press, Anthony Ogunleye, the Minister expressed […] The post FCT Minister inspect key road projects, confident of May completion for Tinubu’s 2nd anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Wike hails Okowa’s endorsement of Tinubu, says it validates his 2023 position 

Nyesom Wike has applauded former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, for endorsing President Bola Tinubu.  read more Wike hails Okowa’s endorsement of Tinubu, says it validates his 2023 position 

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3 d. ago Tinubu’s Infrastructure, Security Push Making Impact In FCT – Wike

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), praised President Bola Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, stating that it is already bringing tangible improvements for FCT resident. During an interview on Thursday, Wike highlighted the significant strides being made in areas such as infrastructure, security, and service delivery, emphasizing that the President’s vision is […] The post Tinubu’s Infrastructure, Security Push Making Impact In FCT – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, met on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, but postponed discussions on state police despite escalating insecurity. Attendees included governors, Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and CBN Governor Yemi […] The post NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FCT teachers’ strike: Wike summons council chairmen, union leaders

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has summoned the chairmen of the FCT area councils and the read more FCT teachers’ strike: Wike summons council chairmen, union leaders

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3 d. ago Wike inspects FCT road projects, targets May 2025 completion

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, during a comprehensive inspection of key road projects on Thursday, expressed confidence in meeting completion deadlines for President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary in May. A press release by Director of Press Anthony Ogunleye detailed Wike’s satisfaction with the progress and quality of several infrastructure […] The post Wike inspects FCT road projects, targets May 2025 completion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Wike summons area council chairmen over teachers’ strike, PHC closures

Nurses, teachers protest, demand N70,000 minimum wage Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike held an emergency meeting with Area Council chairmen on Thursday to address the ongoing primary school teachers’ strike over unpaid entitlements and the non-implementation of the ₦70,000 federal minimum wage. The strike, led by the Nigeria Union […] The post Wike summons area council chairmen over teachers’ strike, PHC closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike

The political landscape in Delta State took a significant turn on Wednesday as both Ifeanyi Okowa, former presidential running mate to Atiku Abubakar, and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defections have been hailed by several political figures, including Nyesom Wike, the Minister of […] The post “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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