59 m. ago Maiduguri Residents Remain On Flood Routes Despite Govt Evacuation Warning

Many residents of Maiduguri living on waterways and victims of the September 2024 flooding which destroyed lives and property, and displaced many, are still occupying their houses despite warning from the state government that they should vacate the areas during the rainy season. A resident of Fori area of Maiduguri, one of the areas that […]

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60 m. ago Group Apologises To Jonathan Over Boko Haram Sponsorship Lies

North-East group under the auspices of “Bring Back Our Goodluck” has tendered apologies to former President Goodluck Jonathan over what they described as damaging narrative of sponsoring Boko Haram terrorists used in removing him from office in 2015. The group promised to stage a one-million-man match to the former president’s country home in Bayelsa to […]

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63 m. ago New Horizons, eHealth Africa, Donate Vaccine Carriers For Immunisation In Borno

New Horizons Global Health Labs, in collaboration with eHealth Africa, has donated state-of-the-art Indigo Vaccine Carriers to the Borno State Primary Health Care Development Board (BoSPHCDB) to enhance vaccine delivery in remote and hard-to-reach communities. The commissioning ceremony held in Maiduguri, brought together state leaders, donor representatives, technical partners, and frontline health workers to witness […]

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74 m. ago ITF Dismisses Relocation Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment To Jos Hqtrs

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has reaffirmed its commitment to its heritage and responsibilities and urged members of the public to disregard rumours of the relocation of its headquarters from Jos. LEADERSHIP Weekend reports that the Plateau State House of Assembly, in a matter of urgent public importance raised on Thursday during plenary session by […]

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77 m. ago Bago Seeks Deeper Collaboration With Traditional Rulers To End Insecurity

Niger State governor, Umaru Bago, has called for a deeper collaboration with traditional institutions in the state to address insecurity in parts of the state. The governor made the call when he paid homage to the Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora at his palace in Kontagora. He expressed concern over the insecurity that is bedevilling the […]

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1 hour ago Cane or caution? Stakeholders, others differ on best form of discipline for kids

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey In a recent conversation involving educationists, religious leaders and parents, the question of whether corporal punishment should remain a tool for child discipline ignited a spirited and deeply divided debate. Mrs Oge Nwannukwu, proprietress of Miradix Nursery and Primary School, Ijesha, Lagos, and a pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, […] The post Cane or caution? Stakeholders, others differ on best form of discipline for kids appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Unruly Passengers: How To Protect Crew, Flights – Aviation Experts

Recent incidents involving unruly behaviour by passengers at Nigerian airports have highlighted the need for a more professional approach to managing passenger conduct in the aviation industry. One notable recent case involved popular Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as Kwam 1 (or K1), who was denied boarding after carrying a bottle containing […]

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2 h. ago How Weak Walls, Dysfunctional Alarms, CCTV Aid Jailbreaks – Investigation

Nigeria again suffered one of its most humiliating security failures as 16 inmates escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Keffi, in the early hours of Tuesday. The well-coordinated attack saw prisoners overpowering guards, injuring five correctional officers, two of whom are in critical condition and receiving treatment at a government hospital. Nigeria’s prison system […]

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3 h. ago Italian tourism spending to reach €60bn as global tourism leaders head to Rome

By Okorie Uguru Travel and tourism in Italy is poised for a record-breaking year, with international visitor spending forecast to hit an all-time high of €60.4bn in 2025, according to new data from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). After a strong recovery from the pandemic, Italy is racing ahead, cementing its place as […] The post Italian tourism spending to reach €60bn as global tourism leaders head to Rome appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Amid Hunger, Nwaoma Foundation Feeds The Needy In Imo, Abuja, Lagos

The Nwaoma Foundation has intervened in the growing hunger across Nigeria, providing food for the needy in Lagos, Imo State and Abuja. The foundation, a brainchild of Nwaoma Ukachukwu, a Nigerian-born model and prophetess, has been in the vanguard of taking the poor off the streets in most parts of Nigeria. Recognizing the rising hunger […]

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6 h. ago Nigerian Music PR, Marketing Expert David Adeyemi Joins Grammy Recording Academy

Nigerian Music PR and Marketing Expert, David Adeyemi, has joined Grammy Recording Academy. David, a seasoned professional in Music PR and Marketing with years of experience cutting across different sectors, maintains the basics in Public Relations and Marketing. Joining the Grammy Recording Academy in early August 2025 gives David opportunities to vote in the Grammy […]

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6 h. ago Reps Deny Receiving Bribes To Sponsor Motions, Bills, Petitions

The House of Representatives has debunked claims by one of its members, Hon. Ibrahim Usman Auyo that lawmakers receive payments to sponsor motions, bills and petitions. Auyo who represents Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, in a viral video alleged that lawmakers were receiving between N1 million and N3 million before […]

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7 h. ago Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration

From Idu Jude, Abuja   The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1523/2025, which dismissed a case filed by Mr. Julius Abure against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement issued on Friday, Senator Usman described […] The post Sen. Nenadi Usman welcomes Abuja High Court judgement affirming Abure’s tenure expiration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Reps deny demanding N3m from lawmakers to present bills, ask member to provide evidence

The House of Representatives has dismissed allegations by its member, Ibrahim Auyo that thr leadership demands up to N3 million read more Reps deny demanding N3m from lawmakers to present bills, ask member to provide evidence

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9 h. ago PICTORIAL: NCoS Promotes 30 Senior Officers To Assistant Controller

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has elevated thirty senior officers to the rank of Assistant Controller-General of Corrections (ACG) in a ceremony held at the Service’s National Headquarters in Abuja. Controller-General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, who decorated the officers, hailed their “dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment” to the Service. He stressed that the […]

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9 h. ago Nigeria Condemns Canadian Court’s Labelling Of APC, PDP As Terrorist Groups

The Nigerian government has denounced the designation of some political parties as terrorist organisations by a Canadian Federal Court. Nigeria described the it as a baseless classification and an unacceptable interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs and democratic process. A statement on Friday by the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ibienfa, said the […]

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10 h. ago Reclaiming Africa’s Medical Tourism Legacy: A New Era Of Healthcare Excellence

Nigeria was a prime medical tourism hub in the 1960s. It is hard to believe but no less true. The destination, usually for both the rich and even royalty, was the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan. But so much has changed since then. Every year, countless Nigerians and other African elite travel to Europe, India and Saudi […]

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11 h. ago Afrobasket 2025: D’Tigers Crush Defending Champions Tunisia 87–66 In Group B Clash

Nigeria’s D’Tigers delivered a resounding victory over defending champions Tunisia, in their second Group B clash at the FIBA AfroBasket 2025. The Nigerians dominated the match, winning 87-66 and maintaining their strong campaign in the tournament. The game began with Nigeria taking an early lead, 29-16, in the first quarter. Despite Tunisia’s efforts to close […]

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11 h. ago LeapSchool Develops Nigerian Youth Capacity For Future Of Work

Over 1,000 secondary and tertiary education students are currently receiving technological training from LeapSchool to equip them with the modern skills to thrive in today’s competitive global marketplace. LeapSchool, a subsidiary of CareerLeap Africa, is providing bold, future-focused solution — equipping Nigerian youth with world-class tech and business skills that open doors to job opportunities, […]

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12 h. ago Firm Expands Market Access With Tokenised Stocks For Nigerian Traders

Bitget, a global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has introduced tokenised stocks to Nigerian investors through its Onchain platform, following an integration with xStocks. The move allows Nigerian crypto users to access shares of multinational companies via a blockchain-based interface without relying on traditional brokerage channels. Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer of Bitget, said the […]

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