42 h. ago Lagosians Urged To Participate In Continuous Voter Registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) resident electoral commissioner (REC) for Lagos State, Prof. Ayobami Salami has charged the residents to take advantage of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), which commences on August 18, 2025,  to get their permanent voter card (PVC). Salami, who stated this at a press briefing held at the state office […]

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8 d. ago Ondo: Two teenage brothers drown in river after heavy downpour

Tribune Online Ondo: Two teenage brothers drown in river after heavy downpour Two teenage brothers drowned on Tuesday in a river known as Omileye in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, after heavy rainfall caused the river to overflow its banks. Ondo: Two teenage brothers drown in river after heavy downpour Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Anambra: Anguish in Ogbaru as flood destroys farms, roads, houses

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   Torrential rainfall and increasing water volume from the River Niger has crippled Ogbaru communities, in Anambra state, unleashing a devastating blow to their economic and social structures. The already poor road network has deteriorated further, becoming impassable as heavy rainfall and flash floods, fueled by the swelling River Niger, have […] The post Anambra: Anguish in Ogbaru as flood destroys farms, roads, houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Flooding: Lagos govt issues warning to residents in Lekki, Ikorodu

A fresh warning has been issued by the Lagos government to residents in parts of Lekki, Ikorodu, and Ajegunle following the recent heavy rainfall in the state. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab advised those residing in the aforementioned locations to relocate to the highlands to avoid being victims of flooding. […] The post Flooding: Lagos govt issues warning to residents in Lekki, Ikorodu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Floods displace over 200, cause millions in damages in Cross River

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Heavy rainfall has caused devastating floods in several communities in Odukpani Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State, displacing at least 200 people, primarily women and children, who have been relocated from lowland to upland areas. The Executive Chairman of Odukpani LGA, Hon Etim Asido, disclosed this during an interview, […] The post Floods displace over 200, cause millions in damages in Cross River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Global community must act against nations invading others, says don

By Sunday Ani A senior lecturer in the Department of Linguistics, African and Asian Studies at the University of Lagos (Unilag), Dr Adetoro Banwo, has urged the international community to continue to act swiftly against nations that exhibit aggression, invasion, or attack towards another country. He said China’s victory against aggression represents a global victory, […] The post Global community must act against nations invading others, says don appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Lagos urges striking LASU staff to suspend industrial action

The Lagos State government has called on the striking staff of Lagos State University (LASU) to suspend their ongoing industrial read more Lagos urges striking LASU staff to suspend industrial action

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1 week ago Lagos urges calm after over 12 hours of downpour, tells residents to be at alert

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has appealed for calm following more than 12 hours of continuous heavy rainfall across the state. The government assured the public that infrastructure is in place to manage the resulting flash floods and mitigate further impact. In a statement yesterday, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, […] The post Lagos urges calm after over 12 hours of downpour, tells residents to be at alert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Lagos urges calm after over 12 hours of heavy rainfall, tells residents to be at alert

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has appealed for calm among residents following more than 12 hours of continuous heavy rainfall across the state. The state government assured the public that infrastructure is in place to manage the resulting flash floods and mitigate further impact. In a statement issued Monday, the Commissioner for the Environment […] The post Lagos urges calm after over 12 hours of heavy rainfall, tells residents to be at alert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ‘Pray For Me Daily, I Deal With Lawless Elite,’ Wike Tells FCT Residents

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has passionately appealed to Nigerians for daily prayers over the challenges involved in enforcing laws against powerful individuals who consider themselves above the law. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja on Monday, the FCT minister particularly targeted wealthy tax evaders in upscale Abuja districts, […]

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1 week ago NiMet predicts widespread rain, thunderstorms nationwide from Monday

By Seyi Babalola Nigeria’s Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a warning for widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across the country beginning Monday, raising concerns of flash floods in some regions. The three-day prediction, announced on Sunday in Abuja, indicates increased hazards as the country enters a critical rainy season. On Monday, the agency projected early […] The post NiMet predicts widespread rain, thunderstorms nationwide from Monday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago China, Nigeria should unite to strengthen bilateral cooperation – Yuqing

By Sunday Ani The Consul General of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, has urged China and Nigeria to stand together to strengthen bilateral cooperation, saying the two countries were at a pivotal moment in the redefinition of their comprehensive strategic partnership. She made the call in her speech titled, ‘Remembering history, cherishing peace and shaping […] The post China, Nigeria should unite to strengthen bilateral cooperation – Yuqing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Army chief urges commanders to prioritise soldiers’ welfare, embrace technology

By Philip Nwosu The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called on military commanders to focus on troops welfare and embrace technological innovation as central strategies for addressing the evolving dynamics of modern warfare. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Nigerian Army’s Senior Command Leadership Seminar held in Lagos, General […] The post Army chief urges commanders to prioritise soldiers’ welfare, embrace technology appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Army Chief urges commanders to prioritize soldiers’ welfare, embrace technology in modern warfare

BY PHILIP NWOSU The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called on military commanders to focus on troops welfare and embrace technological innovation as central strategies for addressing the evolving dynamics of modern warfare. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Nigerian Army’s Senior Command Leadership Seminar held in Lagos, General […] The post Army Chief urges commanders to prioritize soldiers’ welfare, embrace technology in modern warfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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