9 h. ago I Won’t Accept Political Appointments Or Run For Office Again – Pat Utomi

Professor Pat Utomi has announced that he will no longer contest for public office or accept any government appointment in Nigeria. Speaking during an interview with news men, Utomi said his focus is now on the well-being of future generations, not political ambitions or contracts. “Let me state clearly, I will not run for public […] The post I Won’t Accept Political Appointments Or Run For Office Again – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

13 h. ago I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi

By John Ogunsemore A Professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi said he is past the stage of running for public office or gunning for government appointment or contract. Utomi, 69, stated this as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Friday. He said, “Let me state clearly: I will not run for public […] The post I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

31 h. ago Pat Utomi defends shadow govt, says initiative not rebellion but “act of duty”

Amid rising national debate over the launch of a Shadow Government by the Big Tent Coalition, Professor Pat Utomi has read more Pat Utomi defends shadow govt, says initiative not rebellion but “act of duty”

Politics

50 h. ago BREAKING: History Made As American Robert Prevost Emerges New Pope

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Catholic Pontiff and successor to Pope Francis. He is to be officially known as Pope Leo XIV. The first American to occupy the extalted office, Prevost was the Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Bishops (Leader of the Vatican office for the appointment of Bishops). Details Later….

Politics

5 d. ago Kano FRSC appoints Mohammed Bara’u Bature as new Sector Commander

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has appointed Corps Commander Mohammed Bara’u Bature as the new Sector Commander for Kano State, replacing Corps Commander Umar Matazu Masaudu, now redeployed to Jigawa State. The announcement came on Monday, May 5, via a statement by CRC Abdullahi Labaran, the Command’s Public Education Officer. […] The post Kano FRSC appoints Mohammed Bara’u Bature as new Sector Commander appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago Rotary Appoints Naija Times Publisher, Ehi Braimah Africa Regional Officer

Rotary International has named the publisher/editor-in-chief of Naija Times and Lagos Post, Mr. Ehi Braimah, among five new assistant Rotary public image coordinators for the 2025-2026 Rotary year in Africa’s Region 27. This region comprises nine Rotary districts across Anglophone West Africa and Egypt. The announcement came via an official communication by Tamunoibim Semenitari, Rotary’s […]

Politics

1 week ago FG appoints new Director of Administration for David Umahi Teaching Hospital

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Federal Government has appointed Mrs Edith Anih as the Acting Director of Administration for David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH) in Uburu, Ebonyi State. The hospital’s Public Relations Officer, Agwu Nwogo, announced the appointment in a statement on April 27. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare approved […] The post FG appoints new Director of Administration for David Umahi Teaching Hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

1 week ago Police, NESO unite to strengthen grassroots security in S’West

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey In a major step towards strengthening grassroots security, the Neighbourhood Enlightenment and Safety Organisation (NESO) South West zone held its first official appointment and decoration ceremony at Chosen International Secondary School, Festac Town, Lagos. The event marked a significant milestone in NESO’s mission to build safer communities, drawing newly decorated officers from […] The post Police, NESO unite to strengthen grassroots security in S’West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 w. ago NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu

…Demands immediate redress   From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed displeasure and concern over the persistent pattern of unfair, unequal, and heavily skewed federal appointments made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since assuming office in October 2023. This is contained in a statement by the group’s spokesperson, professor Abubakar Jika […] The post NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 w. ago Tinubu’s appointments reflect federal character –Kwara South leaders

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin Traditional rulers and respected leaders in the Kwara South senatorial district have lauded President Bola Tinubu’s recent federal appointments, saying they reflect a strong adherence to the principles of federal character. Speaking with journalists in Ilorin yesterday, the group, led by  Dr. James Ayeni, insisted that the appointments into public offices […] The post Tinubu’s appointments reflect federal character –Kwara South leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 w. ago Pat Utomi to mobilise 7.2 million people to Abuja to reclaim Nigeria from the elite

Pat Utomi, renowned professor of political economics, has announced a mass mobilisation effort tagged “Freedom Converge”, aimed at bringing over read more Pat Utomi to mobilise 7.2 million people to Abuja to reclaim Nigeria from the elite

Politics

2 w. ago JUST IN: Anele, first female Army Public Relations officer takes over

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The newly appointed Director Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Apolonia Anele, has assumed office. Anele, who is the first female officer to be appointed Army spokesman took over from her predecessor, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, at a handing and taking over ceremony held at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. Details coming… […] The post JUST IN: Anele, first female Army Public Relations officer takes over appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago Echoes From Nasarawa Retreat For Political Appointees, Public Officers

Penultimate Monday, the Nasarawa State Government organised a retreat with the intent of equipping political appointees with the technical knowledge to be able discharge their responsibilities effectively. The retreat which was in collaboration with the country’s elite management development institution, the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), attracted top notch facilitators including the body’s Director […]

Politics

3 w. ago ‘Stop Tribalism, It’s Opportunity For Resumption Of Oil Exploration In North’, Shehu Sani Tells Critics Of NNPCL Boss Pick

A one-time Senator representing Kaduna Central, Comrade Shehu Sani, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the appointment of Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), dismissing claims that his selection was an ethnic favouritism towards the Yorubas by President Bola Tinubu. LEADERSHIP reports […]

Politics

3 w. ago BREAKING: Army appoints Anaele, first female officer as acting spokesperson

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anaele, as the new acting Director, Army Public Relations. The appointment takes effect from April 22, 2025. Anaele, who is the first female officer to be appointed army public relations officer, takes over from Major General Onyema Nwachukwu. Details later… The post BREAKING: Army appoints Anaele, first female officer as acting spokesperson appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago BREAKING: Army appoints Anele, first female officer as acting spokesperson

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, as the new acting Director, Army Public Relations. The appointment takes effect from April 22, 2025. Anele, who is the first female officer to be appointed army public relations officer, takes over from Major General Onyema Nwachukwu. Details later… The post BREAKING: Army appoints Anele, first female officer as acting spokesperson appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family

From Taiwo Oluwadare,  Ibadan Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has announced that the late elder statesman and former governor, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, will be accorded a state burial. During a condolence visit to Olunloyo’s residence in Molete, Ibadan, yesterday, he stated that government had appointed three officials to collaborate with the Olunloyo family in […] The post Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 w. ago Nigeria Maritime Varsity Appoints Registrar, Other Principal Officers

The Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) has announced the appointment of three principal officers to key administrative roles. The Governing Council approved the appointments of Registrar, Librarian and Bursar at its 21st meeting held on April 15, 2025, in Warri, Delta State. The appointees are Paul Bebenimibo, Registrar; Abduldayan Fatimah Jibril, Librarian; and Gbe Tamaraudebaemi Justin […]

Politics

3 w. ago Transport Owners Laud Tinubu NNPCL Appointments, Urge Sustenance Of Refineries Operations

The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) at the weekend commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his appointment of a seasoned technocrat, Bayo Ojulari as the chief executive officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). While congratulating the GCEO with able team of technocrats, NARTO also enjoined the new NNPC team […]

Politics

4 w. ago FG debunks lopsided appointments, reaffirms commitment to equity 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Amid growing concerns over the fairness of federal appointments and promotions, the Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to equity, transparency, and adherence to constitutional principles.  This comes as debates over the implementation of the federal character principle intensify across the country. In a press release issued Friday, the Office […] The post FG debunks lopsided appointments, reaffirms commitment to equity  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics