90 m. ago Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has assured Nigerians of improved quality of telecom services within the next two months. The Commission gave the assurance during a media engagement in Abuja on Thursday. The Commission said there are ongoing investments in infrastructure and enhanced collaboration with industry players to guarantee this feat. […] The post Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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97 m. ago Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia government said it is in collaboration with security agents dealing with security breaches in the Umunneochi axis and other parts of the state. There was a resurgence of criminal activities in the Ugwuodo, Isuochi axis as residents claimed criminals have, in recent times, unleashed heavy gunfire attacks in the […] The post Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago African Workforce Summit aims to tackle Nigeria’s soaring unemployment

The African Workforce Summit (AWS), the continent’s premier platform for professional development, has made plans to convene in Lagos in read more African Workforce Summit aims to tackle Nigeria’s soaring unemployment

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2 h. ago FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three notorious kidnap suspects long wanted for a series of high-profile abductions and murders within the FCT and its environs, marking a major operational success in its ongoing effort to combat violent crimes. Police Public Relations Officer Josephine Adeh, who made this […] The post FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Yelwata: Enenche visits victims, donates reliefs, asks Nigerians to beg God’s forgiveness

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC) Worldwide, Dr Paul Enenche, has donated relief materials, including bags of rice, noodles, and mattresses, among other items, to victims of the Yelwata killings in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. Enenche, who spoke during the visit, said that one of […] The post Yelwata: Enenche visits victims, donates reliefs, asks Nigerians to beg God’s forgiveness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Chairman of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has raised alarm over read more U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

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3 h. ago TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in a bid to boost power supply across Nigeria, has launched the Working Committee read more TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

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3 h. ago “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares

Nigerian singer and activist Seun Kuti has declared that Omoyele Sowore, a political activist and media publisher, is more competent than Peter Obi, a former Anambra governor, sparking discussions about political leadership in the country. During a live stream shared on X on Thursday, Kuti also condemned kidnappers, bandits, herdsmen, and corrupt elites, addressing the […] The post “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught

A fresh security scare hit the family residence of suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as armed men invaded her home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, on Wednesday. The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the arrest of a suspect identified as Jose Suberu at the scene of the attack. Police spokesperson, SP William Aya, […] The post Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats

In a proactive move to mitigate the impact of flooding, the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) has unveiled seven Safe Haven Centres across the state for residents in flood-prone areas. The Executive Secretary of KADSEMA, Usman Hayatu Mazadu, disclosed this during a High-Level Consultative Meeting on Stakeholders’ Readiness Against the 2025 Flood Prediction held […] The post Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

…TCN records 42 cases of vandalism in 6 months Vandalisation of infrastructure has remained a recurring issue of concern in read more Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

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3 h. ago Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam

By Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has said the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (MLTF) section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will significantly complement police efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement from Bolaji O. Kazeem, Deputy Director (Information and Public Relations Unit) in the Ministry, said […] The post Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Terrorists plotting to carve out parallel state within Nigeria — Olawepo

Tribune Online Terrorists plotting to carve out parallel state within Nigeria — Olawepo-Hashim “Since 2014, the APC has found the strategy to win elections, but they have not found, or pretend not to find, the strategy to end insecurity and poverty. Terrorists plotting to carve out parallel state within Nigeria — Olawepo-Hashim Tribune Online

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4 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Cross River State Commissioner for Information Dr Erasmus Ekpang has claimed that Governor Bassey Otu’s administration is restoring the lost glory of the state through his lofty initiatives. Ekpang, who stated this during a press briefing with members of the Cross River State Journalists Forum (CROSSJOF) in Abuja, said the administration […] The post Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Former Kano SSG Usman Alhaji dropped as Wazirin Gaya title holder

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Former Secretary to the Kano State government and one-time National Secretary of the defunct National Republican Convention (NRC), Alhaji Usman Alhaji, has been relieved of his traditional title as the Wazirin Gaya Emirate Council of Kano State. The development, announced by the Gaya Emirate Council, may not be unconnected to his […] The post Former Kano SSG Usman Alhaji dropped as Wazirin Gaya title holder appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Osun APC mocks PDP over reinstated council chairmen, councillors 

By John Ogunsemore The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is pained by the Court of Appeal judgment of February 10 that reinstated the APC local government council chairmen and councillors across the state and another judgement of the court on June 13 that reiterated the […] The post Osun APC mocks PDP over reinstated council chairmen, councillors  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arrived at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, in Abuja on Thursday for her arraignment over alleged defamation. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan got to the courtroom at about 10:30 am ahead of the session scheduled to begin at 11:00 am, awaiting the entrance of […] The post Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Students’ Loan Application Process Now Fully Digitised – NELFUND

The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has said its Student Loan application system has now been fully digitised to streamline and accelerate the student loan processing experience for institutions and applicants. The director of corporate communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, stated this in a press statement yesterday. According to her, with this upgrade, all accredited institutions are […]

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4 h. ago Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims

Kiddwaya, a renowned Big Brother Naija reality TV star and billionaire heir, is under criticism for requesting monetary donations from Nigerians. According to reports, Kiddwaya began a fundraising campaign on Wednesday through his NGO to help the victims of the Benue massacre. Kiddwaya, in an appeal shared on X, called on the public to donate […] The post Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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