7 h. ago Economic Diversification: Grant States N5bn Tourism Investment Funds, Akwa Ibom Tells Federal Gov’t

For the ongoing economic reforms by the federal government to yield fruits, Akwa Ibom State has made a case for a monthly disbursement of N5 billion to the sub-nationals by the federal government for the promotion of tourism sector. The investment cash would help shore up the tourism sites for more attractions by fun seekers, […]

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11 h. ago OML 11: Ogoni group seeks Tinubu’s intervention in diversion of $300m compensation

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Ogoni Liberation Initiative (OLI) has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene in the alleged diversion of $300 million compensation meant for the development of Ogoni ethnic nationality in Rivers State. President/Chief Executive Officer of OLI, Douglas Fabeke, in a letter addressed to President Tinubu, said the appeal […] The post OML 11: Ogoni group seeks Tinubu’s intervention in diversion of $300m compensation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago EPL: Arsenal stage dramatic comeback to earn draw at Liverpool

By Seyi Babalola On a bizarre but riveting afternoon at Anfield, Arsenal recovered from two goals behind to draw 2-2 with champions Liverpool. Arne Slot’s team took control with two goals in 87 first-half seconds, Cody Gakpo nodding in from close range and Luis Diaz sliding in to increase the lead, but Gabriel Martinelli and […] The post EPL: Arsenal stage dramatic comeback to earn draw at Liverpool appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Oyo APC Cautions Gov Makinde Against Converting Farmlands To Housing Estates

Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned Governor Seyi Makinde over what it called his penchant for converting farmlands into housing estates, warning that the trend was capable of worsening food crisis and hunger in the land. APC noted that the administration of Governor Makinde had in recent times, faced intense […]

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22 h. ago Nasarawa Tiv claim ethnic cleansing, accuse Gov Sule of land grab

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Tiv community leaders in Nasarawa State have accused Governor Abdullahi Sule of orchestrating a plan to displace them from their ancestral lands under the pretext of agricultural development, alleging ethnic cleansing. At a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Jerry Terkaa Aondo claimed the governor is […] The post Nasarawa Tiv claim ethnic cleansing, accuse Gov Sule of land grab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Kano disburses N600m compensation to land owners displaced by erosion control

The administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf, governor of Kano State, has commenced the construction of multi-billion erosion control project in read more Kano disburses N600m compensation to land owners displaced by erosion control

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29 h. ago Red Cross Urges Partnership On Humanitarian Crisis In Anambra

The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) has called for stronger partnerships to address emerging humanitarian challenges in Anambra, including climate-related disasters, armed conflicts and mass displacement. Chairman of the NRCS in the state, Prof. Charity Emelie, made the appeal yesterday in Awka during the 2025 World Red Cross Day celebration, with the theme, “On the […]

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33 h. ago Defectors To APC Are Bribe Collectors, Betrayers – Kwankwaso

Former Kano State governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has taken a swipe at those who  recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) after benefitting from the massive support of the Kwankwasiyya during the last general elections and winning elections. Kwankwaso spoke in Kano on Friday while receiving supporters of […]

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38 h. ago Security Challenges: We Need State Police Now, Northern Governors, Monarchs Tell NASS

In the face of recurring violence, terrorism, and banditry that have claimed countless lives and displaced thousands of their people, the state governors and traditional rulers in northern Nigeria have called for the creation of state police. Governors of the 19 northern states and chairpersons of the Traditional Rulers Council in the region urged the […]

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42 h. ago “Politicians Who Defect After Winning Are Committing Political Sin” – Kwankwaso

Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement and presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has strongly criticized the culture of political defection, labeling it as the gravest betrayal within a democratic system. He made this statement on Friday in Kano while receiving a group of new defectors from Takai Local […] The post “Politicians Who Defect After Winning Are Committing Political Sin” – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Benue: Herdsmen militia kill 23 in coordinated attacks across four LGAs

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi At least 23 people were killed in fresh attacks by armed herdsmen and suspected Jukun-speaking militants across Guma, Logo, Ukum, and Kwande Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue State on May 9–10, 2025, prompting mass displacement. Nine deaths were reported in Logo LGA, eight in Ukum, and three each in Guma […] The post Benue: Herdsmen militia kill 23 in coordinated attacks across four LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago 75 percent of candidates pass Kano Senior Secondary Qualifying examination

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Seventy five percent of candidates who sat for the 2024 Kano State Senior Secondary Qualifying Examination secured five credits and above. Kano State Commissioner for Education. Ali Haruna Makoda. disclosed this during a press conference in the state saying that a total of 141,715 candidates from public schools in the state […] The post 75 percent of candidates pass Kano Senior Secondary Qualifying examination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Defecting with another party’s mandate, a political sin, says Kwankwaso

From Desmond Mgboh Kano The leader of the New Nigeria People Party, Senator Rabi’u Kwankwaso has accused the members of the NNPP that recently defected to the APC of betraying the party and the masses that brought them to power. He spoke at his Bompai residence in Kano State. when he received supporters of Senator […] The post Defecting with another party’s mandate, a political sin, says Kwankwaso appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Kwankwaso Blasts Kawu Sumaila, Others For Betraying Kano NNPP

National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has lashed out at politicians who switched political allegiance after gaining power through popular support, describing such defections as the “greatest political sin.” Speaking in Kano State during a welcome ceremony for new NNPP members from […]

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54 h. ago Kano To Sponsor 141,715 Students For NECO, NABTEB, NBAIS Exams

The Kano State government has said that it it planned to sponsor 141,715 students who passed the Senior Secondary Qualifying Examination (SSQE) for the 2025 National Examinations Council (NECO), National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS) and National Business and Technical Educations Board (NABTEB) examinations. The State’s Commissioner of Education, Dr. Ali Makoda, made […]

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62 h. ago Awori Unity Cup: Lagos monarch charges Onigando FC for glory

Onigando of Igando land, King Lasisi Gbadamosi has primed Onigando FC for glory in the ongoing Awori Unity Cup hosted by the Olofin of Isheri-Mole Kingdom, King Sulaimon Adekunle Bamgbade with support from other notable Awori traditional rulers. This assertion was made ahead of the club semifinal clash against Igbesa United slated for today at […] The post Awori Unity Cup: Lagos monarch charges Onigando FC for glory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Kano Police Apprehend Notorious Drug Dealer, Recover Illicit Drugs

Operatives of Kano State Police Command have arrested a notorious drug dealer, identified as Sulaiman Danwawu, a resident of Tudun Yola Quarters, who has been in the center of hard drugs peddling in the state. It was gathered that the 32 years old suspect, who was previously charged in 2022 for possession of 500 cartons […] The post Kano Police Apprehend Notorious Drug Dealer, Recover Illicit Drugs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Businessman producing fake Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, others caught in Lagos

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said one Madu Abuchi Simon has been caught in the act of falsifying popular alcoholic brands including Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, Martell, St. Remy, and Jameson in Lagos. The agency disclosed this in an X post on Thursday. NAFDAC said the […] The post Businessman producing fake Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, others caught in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago 2025 Hajj: Federal Gov’t Flags Off Inaugural Airlift Of Pilgrims In Imo

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, on Friday, flagged off the Federal Government’s inaugural airlift of pilgrims from Nigeria to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj, with a charge to intending pilgrims to ensure their conduct throughout their stay in the holy land reflects the values Nigeria hold dear. The grand ceremony […]

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68 h. ago Lawmaker Celebrates Remo Stars FC For Emerging NPFL Champions

Champions Remo Stars Football Club have been commended for winning the 2024/2025 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after beating Niger Tornadoes at Ikenne, Ogun State, last Sunday. The member representing Apapa Federal Constituency of Lagos State in the National Assembly, Dr. Adedayo Samuel, congratulated owner of the club, Hon. Kunle Soname, who recently turned 59 […]

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