3 h. ago Stakeholders review Telecoms Act for growth, cyber resilience

By Chinenye Anuforo To ensure inclusive growth and bolster cyber resilience within the telecommunications sector, stakeholders in Nigeria have commenced a critical reassessment of the Nigerian Communications Act of 2003. The dialogue began on Tuesday at an inaugural colloquium in Lagos, organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Communications, bringing together key players to […] The post Stakeholders review Telecoms Act for growth, cyber resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘It’s Fake News’, Presidency Denies Sack Of Defence, Power Ministers

The Presidency has condemned as false and dangerous a viral report claiming that President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Ministers of Defence and Power, calling for immediate action against the spreaders of such misinformation. The story, first published by Phoenix Browser with the headline ‘BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Ministers of Defence and Power’, was swiftly debunked […]

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6 h. ago Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office

From Adesuwa Tsan Ms Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, has urged young Nigerian women to actively participate in politics and public service to drive societal change. Speaking at the Beyond Boundaries Young Women’s Leadership Conference at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja, she encouraged women to shift from advocacy […] The post Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Convicted Italian Cardinal Becciu Opts Out Of Conclave For Pope Election

A cardinal who was convicted of financial crimes by the Vatican, Giovanni Angelo Becciu, on Tuesday, said that he will not take part in the secret conclave to elect the new Pope. Becciu, formerly one of the most powerful figures in the Vatican, was ordered by Pope Francis in 2020 to resign the “rights and […]

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13 h. ago Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E

By John Ogunsemore Activist, Martins Otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to provide an update in the naira abuse case against the children of billionaire businessman, Chief Rasaq Okoya. VeryDarkMan made the call in a video shared on Facebook on Tuesday following reports of EFCC’s arrest of […] The post Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E-Money’s arrest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago ‘He Lacks Moral Right To Condemn Me’, Okowa Slams Saraki Over Defection Comment

Former Delta State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has fired back at former Senate President Bukola Saraki over the latter’s comment criticising his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing Saraki as lacking the “moral right” to condemn his action. Okowa, who was the PDP’s vice-presidential candidate in […]

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14 h. ago Afenifere Laments Rising Insecurity, Blames Northern Stakeholders Over Foreign Interests

Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has lamented over rising cases of terrorism across Nigeria, especially in the North-East, North-Central, and North-West regions. The group attributed insecurity challenges to a combination of factors, including ungoverned spaces, porous borders, proliferation of weapons, complicity of state actors and influential individuals, sabotage, foreign interests, and illegal mining. Afenifere also blamed […] The post Afenifere Laments Rising Insecurity, Blames Northern Stakeholders Over Foreign Interests appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Fighting For Biafra Freedom Within My Right, Kanu Admits In Statement

The leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has said that fighting for the emancipation of the South-East, South-South and parts of Benue and Kogi States was within his fundamental human rights. He said his action cannot be described as terrorism as alleged by the federal government. Kanu, in his […]

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21 h. ago UK Govt Urged To Collaborate On Probe Of British Army Major In Alleged Arms Trafficking

A coalition of civil society organisations in Nigeria has called on the British Government to collaborate fully with Nigerian authorities to launch a comprehensive investigation into the activities of a British Army Major arrested over alleged illegal arms procurement intended to exacerbate tensions in Delta State. In a letter dated April 28, 2025, the Coalition […]

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23 h. ago FG to proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice –IPOB

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri As the trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra  (IPOB) resumes today, the group has slammed the Federal Government,describing the resumption as declaration of war on injustice as well as an act of judicial terrorism . in a statement, Spokesman of the group , Emma Powerful, who condemned […] The post FG to proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice –IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG

By Uche Usim The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised concerns that the 2025 budget proposal has failed to sufficiently address the critical need for electricity tariff reforms. The group warned that this oversight could undermine efforts to attract private-sector investment and compromise the financial sustainability of the power sector. In a report titled […] The post 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago DisCos Must Be Accountable For 112 Electricity Deaths In 2024 – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged the judiciary to hold electricity distribution companies (DisCos) accountable for the 112 electricity-related deaths and 95 injuries recorded in 2024. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National Seminar on Regulations in the Electricity Power Sector for Judicial Officers—organised by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory […]

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26 h. ago Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs

By Chinenye Anuforo Digital supply chain finance frontrunner Fiducia has extended its Factoring Forum to the South-South region, holding its inaugural session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The forum, centered on the theme “Unlocking Growth: The Power of Factoring for Business Expansion,” convened finance professionals, business executives, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to delve […] The post Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Coalition: Our focus is on opposition political groups, not political parties, says El

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru el Rufai, Monday, offered insights into the ongoing conversation among political groups and interests opposed to the present administration of power in Nigeria. In a chat with the media in Kano, Rufai explained that the present conversation is intended to bring together opposition political groups, […] The post Coalition: Our focus is on opposition political groups, not political parties, says El-Rufai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago ASUP slams Federal Poly rectors over alleged misinterpretation of Trade Union Act

From LAYI OLANREWAJU,Ilorin The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused the Committee of Federal Rectors (COFER) of meddling in union affairs through what it described as a deliberate misinterpretation of the Trade Union Act. Speaking with journalists in Offa, Offa Local Government Area of Kwara state on Monday, the zonal coordinator, ASUP ZONE […] The post ASUP slams Federal Poly rectors over alleged misinterpretation of Trade Union Act appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Hike in terrorism: Afenifere calls for urgent enforcement of anti

.  suggests ways out, including State Police The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has bemoaned the new upsurge in terrorism acts in various parts of the country, especially North East, North Central and North West. In a statement by the organisation’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Jare Ajayi, Afenifere also lamented over kidnapping incidents in parts of […] The post Hike in terrorism: Afenifere calls for urgent enforcement of anti-terrorism law and counter-terrorism strategy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Shun Banditry, Criminal Activities, Miyetti Allah Tells Youths

Youths of Fulani extraction have been called upon to redeem the image of the ethnic group by shunning violent crimes associated with the ethnic nationality in Nigeria. The youths were instead urged to channel their energies to productive endeavours that will better their lives and that of the country as a whole. National President of […]

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35 h. ago To proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice itself – IPOB

Demand his unconditional release From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri As the trial of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) resumes on Tuesday, the group has slammed the Federal Government describing the resumption as “declaration of war on injustice” as well as an “act of judicial terrorism.”  Speaking on the matter in a statement […] The post To proceed with Kanu’s trial is to declare war on justice itself – IPOB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Group Denounces Mgbeke’s Allegations Against Kogi Central Senator Natasha

A pressure group, Action Collective, has condemned the recent accusations made by Professor Mgbeke against the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling Mgbeke a “well-known serial liar and betrayer” who uses corporate activism for personal gain. In a statement signed by the National Coordinator of the group, Mr. Teddy Onyejuwe, the group expressed its […]

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36 h. ago AI, Digitalisation Will Promote Safety At Workplace — Expert

The manager of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) in Ilorin, Kwara State, Mr Armstrong Ojulari on Monday stressed the importance of the the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and greater technology compliance in workplaces. Ojulari stated this during an interview with LEADERSHIP at the sidelines of activities commemorating the 2025 World Day for […]

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