1 hour ago PDP resignation: Your presidential ambition knows no empathy – Keyamo knocks Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN has faulted the timing of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s announcement of his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku announced his resignation from the PDP on Wednesday, July 16. The 2023 PDP presidential candidate’s resignation letter dated Monday, July 14, was […] The post PDP resignation: Your presidential ambition knows no empathy – Keyamo knocks Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, cites hijack by antidemocratic forces

By John Ogunsemore   Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He has also officially decamped to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu communicated his resignation via a letter dated July 17, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Chairman, Ward 4, Ihievbe, Owan East Local Government Area, Edo State. A […] The post Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, cites hijack by antidemocratic forces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Ignorance Nigeria’s Greatest Threat To Democracy – PAACA Boss

The executive director of the Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA), Mr. Ezenwa Nwagwu, has described widespread ignorance among citizens as the biggest threat to Nigeria’s democratic growth and electoral integrity. Nwagwu, who spoke on Wednesday at a town hall meeting on electoral reform in Kaduna, warned that unless urgent steps are taken […]

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2 h. ago 2027: “North Doesn’t Trust Peter Obi; It’s Difficult For Atiku To Defeat Tinubu” – Ex

Former secretary general for Arewa Consultative Forum, Anthony Sani, has insisted that Northerners don’t trust ex-presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi to rule Nigeria for just four years. Sani also noted that the politics of zoning may not favour former vice president, Atiku Abubakar in his bid to defeat President Bola Tinubu, saying that […] The post 2027: “North Doesn’t Trust Peter Obi; It’s Difficult For Atiku To Defeat Tinubu” – Ex-ACF’s Secretary General appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku

Tribune Online Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku The Patriots National Summit: Chairman’s welcome address – HE Chief Emeka Anyaoku GCON CFR I welcome you all to this strictly non-partisan National Summit organized by the Patriots and the Nigerian Political Summit Group. The Patriots as you know is a group of respected elder citizens who are committed to achieving the unity and good […] Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha

Tribune Online Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Goodwill message from His Majesty, Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, CFR, mni, Obi of Onitsha, on the occasion of the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy on Tuesday, 15th July at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Congress Hall in Abuja. Dear esteemed participants I extend my heartfelt gratitude to The PATRIOTS and the Nigerian […] Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Tribune Online

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4 h. ago INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that error in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by the political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance and Complaints Committee (LSC&CC), Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, gave […] The post INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

Atiku Abubakar, former vice president and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), officially resigned his membership of read more Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

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5 h. ago We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor

Tribune Online We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor THE Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has expressed concerns about the increasing prevalence of mental health issues, particularly among students in Nigerian universities. He stated that this served as a reminder that university health services needed to gradually incorporate more specialized treatments while also expanding their offerings beyond curative care […] We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has berated former president, Muhammadu Buhari, saying that he added no value to the country. Mr. Sowore, who was also a presidential candidate of Africa Action Congress, in the 2023 general election, described Buhari as an opportunist, who came to power for his personal gains. Recall that the former […] The post Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Senior UK politician issues warning against imposing new levy for foreign students in London

Chancellor Rachel Reeves must not “pull up the drawbridge to international students” by imposing a tax on their university fees, read more Senior UK politician issues warning against imposing new levy for foreign students in London

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14 h. ago INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

Laments’ challenges of incomplete form submissions, improper document attachment From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that errors in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance […] The post INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago PIA: NMDPRA Seeks Enhanced Compliance In Midstream, Downstream Sector

Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has emphasized the importance of compliance with regulations in the oil and gas sector, particularly in the midstream and downstream operations. The Authority made the emphasis at the General Counsel and Legal Advisers Forum for the Oil and Gas Midstream and Downstream operators in Nigeria held in […]

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17 h. ago Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded to criticism over his absence at former President Muhammadu Buhari’s burial on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Daura, Katsina State. Obi, absent at the high-profile ceremony, told Arise TV on Wednesday, July 16, that logistics issues prevented his attendance. “It was difficult to come yesterday because […] The post Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Kano Gov’t Orders Probe As 2 Students Die In Boarding School

The Kano State Government has ordered a full-scale investigation into the deaths of two students of Government Boarding Secondary School, Bichi, following a fatal attack by fellow students within the school premises. The deceased students, Hamza Idris Tofawa and Umar Yusuf Dungurawa, were allegedly assaulted with improvised dangerous metal objects locally called ‘Gwale-Gwale’. The attack […]

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18 h. ago Speed Darlington Sues NAPTIP For ₦3bn For Declaring Him Wanted Over Confessed Rape Of Minor

Nigerian musician and entertainer Darlington Achakpo, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has taken legal action against the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), demanding ₦3 billion in damages over the agency’s move to list him as a wanted individual. The case, registered as FHC/ABJ/CS/1354/2025, was submitted to the Federal High Court […] The post Speed Darlington Sues NAPTIP For ₦3bn For Declaring Him Wanted Over Confessed Rape Of Minor appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has knocked former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi for failing to attend late president Muhammadu Buhari’s burial in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday. Speaking in a statement on Tuesday, via his X Page, Omokri said that Obi’s absence at the late Buhari’s burial showed his disposition towards Northern region. He […] The post “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago The talent crisis is real, but companies are looking in the wrong place

For decades, companies have relied on the same narrow hiring playbook: screen for degrees, filter for years of experience, and read more The talent crisis is real, but companies are looking in the wrong place

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22 h. ago PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Over 500 candidates undergoing screening in Northwest zone for Overseas Scholarship by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) have promised their commitment to bringing development and progress to oil and industry in the country at the end of their training if given the opportunity. PTDF officials and relevant stakeholders have embarked […] The post PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Meta deletes 10 million fake profiles, tightens monetisation rules

Tribune Online Meta deletes 10 million fake profiles, tightens monetisation rules The platform also warned that uploading content with watermarks from other platforms may lead to Meta deletes 10 million fake profiles, tightens monetisation rules Tribune Online

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