43 m. ago Why  Bello Turji, terror kingpin, has not been arrested by troops –Lekan

By Olakunle Olafioye The grim figures of victims of insurgency and kidnapping in the country as recently released by the National Bureau of Statistics have remained a major source of worry to most Nigerians.  One of them, Mr Jackson Lekan-Ojo, a Port-Harcourt-based security expert, noted that the NBS statistics do not bode well for the […] The post Why  Bello Turji, terror kingpin, has not been arrested by troops –Lekan-Ojo, security expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

43 m. ago 25th Anniversary: Ojukwu varsity matriculates 8,000 students

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Acting Vice Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, Prof Kate Azuka Omenugha, yesterday administered matriculation oath to 8000 newly admitted students of the institutions to mark the special Silver Jubilee celebration of the university. The 26th matriculation ceremony of the university held at the Igbariam and Uli campuses of the […] The post 25th Anniversary: Ojukwu varsity matriculates 8,000 students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

46 m. ago June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

The recent revelations on the annulment of the June 12, 1993, Presidential election in Nigeria, by former President Ibrahim Babangida, read more June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

Politics

48 m. ago NAFDAC shuts down over 11,000 drug shops, seizes trillions worth of counterfeit drugs

By Doris Obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intensified its crackdown on the illicit drug trade in Nigeria, shutting down more than 11,000 drug shops across major markets in the country. The enforcement operation, which has been ongoing for over three weeks, has also resulted in the arrest […] The post NAFDAC shuts down over 11,000 drug shops, seizes trillions worth of counterfeit drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

56 m. ago We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony

Tribune Online We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony An Address entitled ‘The Role of the Working Class in Post-War Nigeria’ which was delivered to the Third Revolutionary Convention of the Nigerian Trade Union Congress on Sunday, 1st March, 1970. I thank the officers and members of the Nigerian Trade Union Congress for giving me the opportunity to address this closing session of its […] We cannot secure peace without social justice and social harmony Tribune Online

Politics

57 m. ago 51st Birthday: Arewa Think Tank lauds Gov. Bago’s achievements in 2 years

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna   Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has commended Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago on his lofty achievements in less than two years of being in office even as it congratulated him of his 51st birthday celebration.  Arewa Think Tank noted that Bago’s administration had brought winds of positive change […] The post 51st Birthday: Arewa Think Tank lauds Gov. Bago’s achievements in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

70 m. ago June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

I regret annulment, but it prevented second civil war – Babangida Book filled with allegations against the dead – Odinkalu read more June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

Politics

81 m. ago Mutfwang signs Executive Order, suspends mining activities in Plateau

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has signed Executive Order 001 of 2025, suspending all mining activities across the state. The governor also inaugurated a tactical committee on artisanal mining. This, according to the Director of Press and Public Affairs Gyang Bere, is a decisive move to protect the environment, address […] The post Mutfwang signs Executive Order, suspends mining activities in Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

88 m. ago IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma

• Says Babangida should not go unpunished From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The Federal Government has been called upon to acknowledge and honour the man at the centre of the credibility story of the annulled June 12, 1993 election, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu. Retired Archbishop of Enugu Province (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, who made the […] The post IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

92 m. ago 3 Bayelsa varsity female students benefit from APWEN, AJOEL partnership scholarship awards

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Ann Jonathan Obuebite Engineering Scholars (AJOES) programme, in partnership with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has awarded scholarships to top three female engineering undergraduate students of the Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. The 400-level recipients were recognized for their academic excellence. The recipients included […] The post 3 Bayelsa varsity female students benefit from APWEN, AJOEL partnership scholarship awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

96 m. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

1 hour ago How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin

Tribune Online How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Prince Ajibola Adedoyin is the National President of Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON). He spoke with SEGUN KASALI about his life. How was growing up in Katsina? There was no big deal. I had the opportunity to learn how to speak their language. I went to Government College, Katsina. I used to playing […] How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Tribune Online

Events

1 hour ago President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution

By Femi Fani-Kayode Thirty-two years after leaving power President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has assumed full responsibility for what happened on the June 12th 1993 ANNULMENMENT of Chief MKO Abiola’s presidential election and it’s attendant consequences.   He has explained the circumstances under which it happened and has not only acknowledged that Abiola actually won the […] The post President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

1 hour ago Scientists reveal links between your breathing and your vision

Tribune Online Scientists reveal links between your breathing and your vision RESEARCHERS have discovered a fundamental mechanism that affects the size of the pupil, namely our breathing. The study shows that the pupil is smallest during inhalation and largest during exhalation — something that could affect our vision. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden discovered the fundamental mechanism that affects the size of the pupil, namely […] Scientists reveal links between your breathing and your vision Tribune Online

Politics

2 h. ago Edo police confirm 5 dead, 4 injured in farmers, produce thieves clash

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo Police Command, yesterday, confirmed five persons dead and four others injured in a clash between cocoa farmers and some alleged produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State. The clash was said to have started on Thursday night and escalated […] The post Edo police confirm 5 dead, 4 injured in farmers, produce thieves clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

2 h. ago Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last

“An exciting and inspiring future awaits you beyond the noise in your mind, beyond the guilt, doubt, fear, shame, insecurity, and heaviness of the past you carry around.”  —Debbie Ford   By Cosmas Omegoh   Former military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), left the world in stitches last Thursday following his admission […] The post Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago Atalanta owners side with Nigerian amid feud with Gasperini

Owners of Atalanta of Italy are apparently on the side of Nigeria international, Ademola Lookman over his spat with coach Gian Piero Gasperini. Lookman and Piero Gasperini had a public spat following the team’s elimination from the Champions League on Tuesday night in an episode which has reportedly angered the part of the club’s ownership. […] The post Atalanta owners side with Nigerian amid feud with Gasperini appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago ‘Two Terms Of 8 Years Have Become A Norm For All Nigerian Presidents’

The Special Adviser to Ekiti State Governor on Political and Inter-party Affairs, Chief Jide Awe, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would serve out his two terms of eight years, saying serving eight years of two terms have since become a norm in the country. He also said that all Nigerian systems and institutions […]

Politics

3 h. ago D’Tigers not done yet despite win over Libya – Coach Mohammed

From Joe Apu, Tripoli A determined Nigeria side bounced back from a disappointing campaign in February to secure a hard-fought 75-70 victory over Libya bit head Coach of the team Abdulrahman Mohammed insists that the job is not done yet. “I give credit to the players for their determination but we’re not done yet as […] The post D’Tigers not done yet despite win over Libya – Coach Mohammed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics