94 m. ago Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position

Tribune Online Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position A Nigerian Lawyer and Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Niyi Aborisade, has formally declared his intention to run for Oyo State governorship seat in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Aborisade, who is also a human rights activist, made the announcement in Ibadan, the Oyo […] Oyo 2027: Aborisade declares interest for governorship position Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Atiku’s defection, predictable act of desperation —Lagos APC

Tribune Online Atiku’s defection, predictable act of desperation —Lagos APC The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has described the defection of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a predictable act of desperation and the final unraveling of a fragmented opposition. Atiku’s defection, predictable act of desperation —Lagos APC Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded to criticism over his absence at former President Muhammadu Buhari’s burial on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Daura, Katsina State. Obi, absent at the high-profile ceremony, told Arise TV on Wednesday, July 16, that logistics issues prevented his attendance. “It was difficult to come yesterday because […] The post Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 2025 H1: Customs achieves 34.1% revenue increase at PTML, berths 52 vessels

Tribune Online 2025 H1: Customs achieves 34.1% revenue increase at PTML, berths 52 vessels "Despite these improvements in trading opportunities, our anti-smuggling and enforcement drives remain intact without compromise.... 2025 H1: Customs achieves 34.1% revenue increase at PTML, berths 52 vessels Tribune Online

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6 h. ago “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has knocked former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi for failing to attend late president Muhammadu Buhari’s burial in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday. Speaking in a statement on Tuesday, via his X Page, Omokri said that Obi’s absence at the late Buhari’s burial showed his disposition towards Northern region. He […] The post “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Operators, Not Constitution Are Nigeria’s Problem — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday said whatever the strength or weakness of a constitution, the most important issue is the operators of the law. Obasanjo said no matter what is done to the Nigerian constitution, if the operators for the past one decade and a half remain unchanged, the welfare of Nigerians will continue […]

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8 h. ago Anambra: Amamgbo quits LP, joins ADC, urges others to embrace new party

From Kenneth Udeh A frontline senatorial aspirant for Anambra South District, Sir Barr. Donald Chidi Amamgbo, has formally announced his resignation from the Labour Party, citing deep-seated internal crises and a lack of credible leadership within the party’s ranks. Amamgbo, popularly known as Okosisii Ihiala, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on […] The post Anambra: Amamgbo quits LP, joins ADC, urges others to embrace new party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Plateau government condemns Bidi Attack as death toll rises to 27

The Plateau State Government has condemned in strong terms the brutal attack on Bidi (Jebu) community of Tahoss village in read more Plateau government condemns Bidi Attack as death toll rises to 27

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11 h. ago ‘Remain vigilant,’ Turkey warns of Fethullah terrorist group in Nigeria

Tribune Online ‘Remain vigilant,’ Turkey warns of Fethullah terrorist group in Nigeria “In several countries, including Nigeria, FETO continues to pump its operations under the presence of... ‘Remain vigilant,’ Turkey warns of Fethullah terrorist group in Nigeria Tribune Online

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11 h. ago “With Just Davido, TG Omori, I Don’t Need Promotion For My Next Hit” – Terry G

Nigerian singer Terry G has expressed strong confidence in his upcoming song “Kolomala,” saying it has the potential to become a major hit with minimal industry input. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) page on Tuesday, the eccentric artist claimed that with just a few key collaborations, “Kolomala” would achieve success without the […] The post “With Just Davido, TG Omori, I Don’t Need Promotion For My Next Hit” – Terry G appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Ebonyi senator boosts agribusiness, shares farm Inputs to farmers

Kenneth Emeka Eze, Senator representing Ebonyi Central Senatorial District, on Monday, distributed a wide range of farm inputs to rural read more Ebonyi senator boosts agribusiness, shares farm Inputs to farmers

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16 h. ago LG election: Lagos PDP rejects outcome of LG polls, heads to tribunal

By Chinelo Obogo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Lagos State chapter, has condemned and rejected the outcome of the just-concluded local government elections. The All progressives Congress (APC) won all 57 chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship seats in the election held on Saturday, according to Lagos State Independent National Electoral Commission (LASIEC). […] The post LG election: Lagos PDP rejects outcome of LG polls, heads to tribunal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Buhari: UN, EU, Saudi, Moroccan kings, Etsu Nupe pay tributes

The entire world literally stood still for the late Nigerian president, Muhammad Buhari, whose remains were laid to rest, yesterday. Major global bodies and leaders paid glowing tribute and eulogised his sterling qualities.  The roll call included the UN Secretary-General António Guterres, the European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al […] The post Buhari: UN, EU, Saudi, Moroccan kings, Etsu Nupe pay tributes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Jnr D’Tigers suffer second defeat at FIBA Under 19 Women’s World Cup

Beggi, Nweke unable to lift Nigeria The Junior D’Tigress suffered a second successive loss in the FIBA Under 19 Women’s World Cup yesterday in Czech Republic. Despite strong performances from Idumagbo Beggi (17pts) and Toby Nweke (16pts), the Nigerian team slumped 61-79 to their Portuguese counterparts in the game played at the Sportovní hala […] The post Jnr D’Tigers suffer second defeat at FIBA Under 19 Women’s World Cup appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago “If You’re Bold Enough, Campaign Against My Role In Tinubu’s Cabinet” – Wike Dares Kingibe

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dared Senator Ireti Kingibe to take her criticisms of his appointment to the streets of Abuja if she truly believes President Bola Tinubu erred in including him in his cabinet. Wike’s spokesperson, Lere Olayinka, issued a statement on Tuesday, blasting Kingibe over her recent television […] The post “If You’re Bold Enough, Campaign Against My Role In Tinubu’s Cabinet” – Wike Dares Kingibe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Tinubu, other African leaders pay last respect to Buhari’s body in Katsina

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, joined by some African leaders, received the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari at the read more Tinubu, other African leaders pay last respect to Buhari’s body in Katsina

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27 h. ago Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial

Operatives of Katsina State Police Command have been deployed across strategic areas in the state ahead of former President Muhammadu Buhari‘s burial. The measures is said to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free ceremony for the late military head of state on Tuesday. The Command said that it has made extensive security arrangements in collaboration with […] The post Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Buhari’s Body Arrives Nigeria As Tinubu, Shettima Lead Tributes

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, received the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Airport in Katsina, following their arrival from London. Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82, passed away in the United Kingdom after a brief illness. His body […] The post Buhari’s Body Arrives Nigeria As Tinubu, Shettima Lead Tributes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has launched a scathing response to Senator Ireti Kingibe’s recent criticism of the transformation under his boss’s stewardship. Olayinka accused the Senator of being “blinded by the spirit of impending […] The post Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Senate not bound by court’s remarks on Natasha – Legal expert

By Lukman Olabiyi Legal analyst Mr Dayo Fadugba has clarified that the Nigerian Senate is under no legal obligation to act on recent judicial remarks concerning suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stating that the Federal High Court did not issue any binding order mandating her recall. In a statement released Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Fadugba described […] The post Senate not bound by court’s remarks on Natasha – Legal expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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