18 m. ago Wike’ll block Atiku’s 2027 presidential ambition, says minister’s aide

Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has vowed that his principal will frustrate former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential bid. Olayinka made the declaration while reacting to Atiku’s recent comment that he had no regrets about not picking Wike as his running mate in the 2023 Read More

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61 m. ago 2027: Hon Jaji’s conduct may jeopardize Tinubu’s success in Zamfara, APC group tells Ganduje

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   Following alleged anti-party activities against the party, Concerned Elders for Peace under the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-West, on Wednesday called on the National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, to take disciplinary action against Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji.    Jaji is a member of the Federal House of […] The post 2027: Hon Jaji’s conduct may jeopardize Tinubu’s success in Zamfara, APC group tells Ganduje appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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78 m. ago PICTORIAL: Obi commends Super Eagles despite draw against Zimbabwe

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lauded the Super Eagles for their resilience and sportsmanship in Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. In a post on X.com on Wednesday, Obi, who travelled to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to witness the match firsthand, praised the players for their dedication and fighting spirit. Read More

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2 h. ago Embrace agriculture for food security, job creation – Ogun monarch urges youths

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo has called on Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to boost food creation and create jobs Gbadebo described the level of unemployment as well as the challenge of food insecurity in the country as worrisome saying that the youths can however bring about a turnaround with Read More

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3 h. ago Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1

Tribune Online Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1 “So, by the 1st of August, there will be a strict clampdown on irregular immigrants, and we hope that people will take advantage of the three months to be able to regularise and subject themselves to established immigration protocols,” the minister said. Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1 Tribune Online

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3 h. ago 3.5m IDPs: NALDA Begins Restoration Project To Reintegrate Displaced Farmers

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has rolled out a Restoration Project to reintegrate displaced farmers into agricultural activities. The move aims to restore farmers’ livelihoods and bolster national food security as a significant portion of Nigeria’s farming population has been displaced due to insecurity, with over three million people unable to cultivate their […]

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3 h. ago Expatriate Quota: FG to clampdown on irregular migrants beginning Aug. 1

The Nigerian Government says it will begin the clampdown on irregular migrants in the country from Aug. 1. The Minister read more Expatriate Quota: FG to clampdown on irregular migrants beginning Aug. 1

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4 h. ago PDP youth leaders say Rivers emergency rule unconstitutional

The forum of youth leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory has condemned the state of energency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as unconstitutional. The Forum noted that the declaration not only violates the principles of democracy but also represents a troubling Read More

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5 h. ago Anambra guber: APC youths drum support for Ukachukwu to emerge party’s candidate

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Ahead of the April 5th All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Anambra State governorship election, a registered party’s support group under the auspices of APC Youths Progressive Forum (YPF) has urged the national leadership of the party to ensure the emergence of former House of Representatives member, Prince Nicholas […] The post Anambra guber: APC youths drum support for Ukachukwu to emerge party’s candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Niger youths condemn attempts to undermine INEC, destabilise democracy

By Sunday Ani The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned what it described as campaign of misinformation and blackmail targeted at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement by the National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, the group described the attempt as not only reckless but […] The post Niger youths condemn attempts to undermine INEC, destabilise democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Reps seek conduct of presidential, guber polls, others same day

• Propose termination of governorship poll disputes at A’Court From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill proposing the conduct of presidential, gubernatorial, National and state Houses of Assembly and local  government polls on the same day. The proposed legislation was among 39 Constitution alteration bills passed by […] The post Reps seek conduct of presidential, guber polls, others same day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Imo begins CNG conversion as 60 auto technicians graduate from training

The conversion of vehicles to compressed natural gas will soon commence in Imo State following the training of 60 auto technicians. Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin made the disclosure in Owerri, during the CNG Empowerment and Awareness Summit which focused on education and empowerment. Osanipin said CNG-powered Read More

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13 h. ago PDP should negotiate with Wike to recover secretariat – Aide

Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and New Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike,  has stated that only the minister has the authority to restore the revoked land title of the Peoples Democratic Party National Secretariat. He advised the party to approach Wike for negotiation instead of Read More

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13 h. ago A legacy of service: An appraisal of Oluwatoyin Madein, Nigeria’s first female AGF

Tribune Online A legacy of service: An appraisal of Oluwatoyin Madein, Nigeria’s first female AGF Dr Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, Nigeria’s first female Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), retired on Friday, March 7, 2023 marking the culmination of a remarkable career spanning over three decades. Her departure was not just the end of an era, and the beginning of a new chapter, but was a moment to reflect on a life […] A legacy of service: An appraisal of Oluwatoyin Madein, Nigeria’s first female AGF Tribune Online

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16 h. ago “Tinubu Is Current Champion Of Disgrace, Unable To Feed Poor In Land Of Plenty” – Prince Adewole Adebayo

Prince Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its handling of poverty and insecurity. Adebayo described the regime as a “failure” and a “colossal disappointment” after assessing its two-year performance. He expressed concerns over the various crises plaguing the country, including perceived […] The post “Tinubu Is Current Champion Of Disgrace, Unable To Feed Poor In Land Of Plenty” – Prince Adewole Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Bauchi will soon open job portal to employ 10,000 youths – HoS

Muhammad Sani Umar, the Bauchi State Head of Service (HoS) has said that the State Government will soon open portal read more Bauchi will soon open job portal to employ 10,000 youths – HoS

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16 h. ago FG begins construction of Second Niger Bridge phase 2B access road

The Federal Government has commenced the construction of Phase 2B of the access road to the Second Niger Bridge, marking a significant step in enhancing transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity in the South-East. President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, at the groundbreaking ceremony at Ogbunike (33 Nkwelle Read More

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16 h. ago Ezekwesili wants govt to create jobs through entrepreneurship, industrialisation

Obiageli Ezekwesili, a former Nigerian Minister of Education, has called on the Nigeria’s Government to prioritise entrepreneurship, industrialization, and infrastructure read more Ezekwesili wants govt to create jobs through entrepreneurship, industrialisation

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16 h. ago Tinubu in Delta, calls for free treatment of HIV/AIDS patients

…distributes 10,000 professional kits to midwives in South-South Oluremi Tinubu, Wife of President Bola Tinubu, has advocated free treatment programmes read more Tinubu in Delta, calls for free treatment of HIV/AIDS patients

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17 h. ago Tinubu launches unity torch for 22nd National Sports Festival

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday officially flagged off the Torch of Unity movement for the 22nd National Sports Festival, set to take place in Ogun State from May 16 to May 30, 2025. At a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President described sports as a unifying force […] The post Tinubu launches unity torch for 22nd National Sports Festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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