97 m. ago Two months after, Prof. Ujam shapes UNN’s path to a new future

By Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Jaja When on February 7, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Professor Oguejiofo T. Ujam as the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, it was clear that the institution was being offered a rare opportunity for renewal. What lay ahead was not just the task of filling a vacancy, […] The post Two months after, Prof. Ujam shapes UNN’s path to a new future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies

By John Ogunsemore Security agencies in the country have been charged to treat issues of domestic abuse as serious criminal offences rather than private family matters. This was part of resolutions and recommendations made at Nigeria’s first Men-Only Townhall Meeting held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Tuesday. A copy of the communique released […] The post Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has warned against the importation of mercenaries to destabilise Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a visit from Comrade Godiya Adams Bogoro, President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria (NYAN), and 10 other Northern youth leaders, Okpebholo urged Nigerians to unite against […] The post Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Northern Group Lauds DSS, Warns Against Sabotaging War Against Terrorism

  The Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA) has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for its contributions to national stability and its ongoing fight against banditry and terrorism. In a statement signed by spokesperson of the group, Ibrahim Dan-Musa, the group noted what it said were indications of a campaign launched by certain […]

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5 h. ago Report illegal revenue collectors to police, Adeleke tells market leaders 

The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has charged leaders of various markets in the state to report activities of those collecting illegal revenue from them to the police. Adeleke disclosed that the intention of those involved in the act was to create an atmosphere of chaos in the state. Osun State Government and the opposition, Read More

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5 h. ago PDP Chieftain Blasts Governors Over Unconstitutional Endorsement Of Udey Okoye

A senior member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Daboikiabo Warmate, has strongly opposed the recognition of Sunday Udey-Okoye as the party’s national secretary by the PDP Governors’ Forum, warning that the move undermines internal democracy. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Warmate condemned the decision taken during […] The post PDP Chieftain Blasts Governors Over Unconstitutional Endorsement Of Udey Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has issued 47 Licenses to Establish (LTE) and 30 Licenses to Construct (LTC) refineries in one year, significantly advancing Nigeria’s refining capacity. Announced by NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed during the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, these licenses represent a combined […] The post NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “Leadership Collapse Has Crippled PDP” – Suswam Fires Warning Shot

Former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, has expressed deep concern over the worsening internal strife within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the current state of the party as dire due to failed leadership and loss of public trust. Speaking with news men on Tuesday, Suswam did not hold back in his assessment of the […] The post “Leadership Collapse Has Crippled PDP” – Suswam Fires Warning Shot appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ndume hails Tinubu on food security, calls for naira stabilisation

The senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, on Tuesday, praised the Federal Government over its declaration of national emergency on food insecurity. Ndume gave the commendation in a statement issued by his media office in Abuja. His plaudit comes barely 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu made the declaration on Monday, while opening the 6th Read More

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7 h. ago Protesters storm Abia Assembly over high fees at GCU, call for intervention

Byline: Okey Sampson, Umuahia On Tuesday, the Common Man Assembly (COMA), Abia State chapter, protested at the Abia State House of Assembly against the high school fees at Government College Umuahia (GCU). The group urged the Assembly to intervene and address the issue. Last month, Mr Chukwudi Onwudinanti, from Ubani Emede-Ibeku in Umuahia East constituency, […] The post Protesters storm Abia Assembly over high fees at GCU, call for intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago UNILORIN student sets new global record in Mathematics marathon lesson

With a lecture spanning 31 hours, 42 minutes, and 54 seconds, a 400-level University of Ilorin Mathematics Student, Kazeem Sanusi, has set a new Guinness World Book Record for the ‘Longest Mathematics Lesson’. According to a statement by Kunle Akogun, the institution’s Director of Corporate Affairs, the groundbreaking event on Tuesday, which representatives of Guinness Read More

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7 h. ago Court defers ruling on Ganduje’s alleged bribery, misappropriation case

A Kano State High Court, on Tuesday, reserved ruling in the case of alleged bribery and misappropriation filed against the former governor of Kano State and APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and seven others. The Kano State Government instituted an eight-count charge against Ganduje, his wife, Hafsat Umar Ganduje, and six others, bordering on Read More

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8 h. ago Alex Ekwueme Varsity Withdraws Admission Of Sacked Ebonyi Gov’s Aide Over Cultism

  The Management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State, has announced the immediate withdrawal of the admission offered to the sacked Senior Special Assistant to the Ebonyi State Governor on Security (Ebonyi North), Mr. Felix Okemini, over alleged cult-related activities. In a letter signed by the Registrar/Secretary to Council, Mr. Ifeanyi […]

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8 h. ago ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal

From Chukwuma Umeorah The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) have emphasised that transparent corporate reporting is vital for attracting both local and foreign investors to Nigeria’s capital market. This was highlighted at the second ICAN-NGX Corporate Reporting Award in Lagos on Tuesday, which honoured listed companies excelling […] The post ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago NiMet management invites aviation unions to dialogue to avert strike

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The management of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has responded to the threat of industrial action by three aviation unions, citing efforts to address staff concerns and welfare issues and inviting them to a dialogue meeting. The unions, which include the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Amalgamated Union of […] The post NiMet management invites aviation unions to dialogue to avert strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Expert urges action to boost Nigeria’s voter turnout in 2027

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD), a civil society organisation, has warned of a potential election blackout in 2027 unless urgent steps are taken to reverse the 26 per cent voter turnout recorded in the 2023 general elections. Dr Iroro Izu, an election expert and senior lecturer […] The post Expert urges action to boost Nigeria’s voter turnout in 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Navy destroys eight illegal bunkering sites in Ondo community

The Forward Operation Base of the Nigerian Navy in Igbokoda, Ondo State, has destroyed eight illegal bunkering sites in the state. The military said the development was a breakthrough against maritime crime in the riverine area of the Sunshine State. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Igbokoda, the Commanding Officer of the base, Navy Captain Read More

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8 h. ago Banks want tax break for financial institutions funding infrastructure

Banks have appealed to the government to grant tax incentives and breaks to financial institutions financing infrastructure and mining as read more Banks want tax break for financial institutions funding infrastructure

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9 h. ago Group Urges Akpabio To Step Aside Over Sexual Harassment Allegation

A socio-political pressure group, Action Collective, has demanded that Senate President Godswill Akpabio step aside and submit himself to an independent investigation following an allegation of sexual harassment against him. The group described Akpabio’s continued leadership of the Senate as “morally indefensible” and warned that failure to address the issue transparently could erode public trust […]

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10 h. ago Tinubu Laying Foundation For Nigeria’s Prosperity, Says Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has said that President Bola Tinubu was laying a solid foundation for the country’s prosperity. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, on Tuesday, the Deputy President of the Senate urged all Nigerians to support the President in […]

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