6 h. ago EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into the seizure of $20,000 and CFA110,000 by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Seme Border in Lagos State. The foreign currencies were intercepted on Sunday, July 13, 2025, during a patrol by NCS officers along Babapupa […] The post EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. 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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7 h. ago Lamine Yamal inherits Messi’s iconic No. 10 jersey at Barcelona

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has been handed the club’s legendary number 10 shirt, previously worn by Lionel Messi, following a read more Lamine Yamal inherits Messi’s iconic No. 10 jersey at Barcelona

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7 h. ago Food security: CapitalSage Holdings appoints Tarum Chawla new Executive Director

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure A multinational conglomerate, CapitalSage Holdings, has appointed Tarum Chawla as its Executive Director. The appointment, according to the Group Managing Director of CapitalSage, John Alamu, is to boost food production in Africa and the world at large. Alamu said the appointment of Chawla is expected to enhance the performance of the […] The post Food security: CapitalSage Holdings appoints Tarum Chawla new Executive Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

Laments’ challenges of incomplete form submissions, improper document attachment From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that errors in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance […] The post INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 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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7 h. ago Buhari changed the course of politics in Nigeria – Bayelsa APC

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The All Progressives Congress (APC), Bayelsa State chapter, has joined Nigerians in mourning former President Muhammadu Buhari, declaring that the late president changed the course of politics in Nigeria. The publicity secretary of the party, Doifie Buokoribo, noted that in a world where politics is often defined by elitism and standoffishness, […] The post Buhari changed the course of politics in Nigeria – Bayelsa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Ekiti stakeholders commend Oyebanji’s achievements in three years

Tribune Online Ekiti stakeholders commend Oyebanji’s achievements in three years Stakeholders across party lines and sectors in Ekiti State have commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his achievements in almost three years in office in the state. The stakeholders spoke during a special roundtable on political governance and socioeconomic development organised by a non-governmental and cross-generational organisation, Ekiti Future Agenda, with the theme: ‘BAO: How Far, […] Ekiti stakeholders commend Oyebanji’s achievements in three years Tribune Online

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9 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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11 h. ago Paranormal investigator, Dan Rivera, dies while touring with ‘Annabelle’ doll

Tribune Online Paranormal investigator, Dan Rivera, dies while touring with ‘Annabelle’ doll Dan, a paranormal investigator known for working with the allegedly haunted doll “Annabelle,” has died while on tour at the age of 54. Paranormal investigator, Dan Rivera, dies while touring with ‘Annabelle’ doll Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Kano Gov’t Orders Probe As 2 Students Die In Boarding School

The Kano State Government has ordered a full-scale investigation into the deaths of two students of Government Boarding Secondary School, Bichi, following a fatal attack by fellow students within the school premises. The deceased students, Hamza Idris Tofawa and Umar Yusuf Dungurawa, were allegedly assaulted with improvised dangerous metal objects locally called ‘Gwale-Gwale’. The attack […]

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11 h. ago WAFCON: “We’re Confident Of Beating Super Falcons” – Zambia Midfielder

Ahead of July 18th, 2025 clash between Super Falcons and Copper Queens of Zambia, Racheal Nachula has expressed confidence that her team will beat Nigeria in the ongoing Women Africa Cup of Nations. The Zambia Women’s midfielder stated this on Wednesday, during a press conference in Morocco. The last time the two teams clashed in […] The post WAFCON: “We’re Confident Of Beating Super Falcons” – Zambia Midfielder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 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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13 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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14 h. ago Trump’s govt launches probe into Brazil’s ‘unfair’ trade practices

Tribune Online Trump’s govt launches probe into Brazil’s ‘unfair’ trade practices "I have determined that Brazil's tariff and non-tariff barriers merit a thorough investigation, and potentially, responsive action... Trump’s govt launches probe into Brazil’s ‘unfair’ trade practices Tribune Online

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18 h. ago South African MK Party Supports Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara Breakaway

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party of South Africa has backed Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Sahara breakway and expressed support for the kingdom’s autonomy plan. Former President of South Africa and leader of the MK party, Jacob Zuma, stated that his party believed Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal allows for significant local governance by the populations of […]

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21 h. ago Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states

Tribune Online Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states LAGOS State has emerged as the leading performer in the 2025 edition of the Philips Consulting Limited State Performance Index (pSPI), reinforcing its status as Nigeria’s economic powerhouse and a pacesetter in governance, public service delivery and innovative policy implementation. The annual index, now in its second year, has become a trusted barometer for measuring […] Lagos tops 2025 pSPI rankings, sets benchmark for other states Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Oyegun blames APC for nation’s rising insecurity, hunger, gets ADC card in Edo

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie Oyegun, yesterday, blamed the ruling party for the hunger and starvation in the country. He also blamed the APC led- government for its inability to tackle the rising insecurity in the country, especially in Benue and other states, saying […] The post Oyegun blames APC for nation’s rising insecurity, hunger, gets ADC card in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 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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23 h. ago Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill

By Adesuwa Tsan Prince Tonye Princewill was once the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of Action Congress and Labour Party but resigned from active party politics in order to focus on other interests. Last week, he was appointed Chairman, Board of Trustees for University of Port Harcourt alumni, and at the fringes of his inauguration, he […] The post Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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