84 m. ago Reserved seats bill bold step for women’s inclusion, not tokenism – Kalu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Ahead of the public hearing on the Reserved Seats Bill scheduled for September 22, 2025, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has emphatically stated that the bill is not an act of tokenism but a firm commitment to increasing women’s political representation and closing gender gaps in governance. […] The post Reserved seats bill bold step for women’s inclusion, not tokenism – Kalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Senate to extend capital components of 2024 budget till December 2025

Tribune Online Senate to extend capital components of 2024 budget till December 2025 Both chambers of the National Assembly have secured the understanding of the Ministry of Finance on the withdrawal of... Senate to extend capital components of 2024 budget till December 2025 Tribune Online

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1 hour ago EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu cannot win 2027 without Shettima — Umar Duhu

From Billy Graham Abel, Yola In an exclusive chat with Daily Sun, Adamawa-born politician and pioneer North-East National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Umar Duhu, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027 is impossible without his Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima. Duhu, one of the founding pillars of […] The post EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu cannot win 2027 without Shettima — Umar Duhu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Rivers: I won’t engage with someone I haven’t forgiven – Wike on Fubara

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured that he has no issues with Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara following the end of the emergency rule in the state. Daily Sun reported that scores of residents trooped out on Thursday to witness Fubara’s return after his six-month suspension. However, as of the […] The post Rivers: I won’t engage with someone I haven’t forgiven – Wike on Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago I Spoke With Fubara Yesterday, Peace Has Returned To Rivers, Says Wike

According to the FCT governor, all stakeholders in the state are now committed to moving the state forward. The post I Spoke With Fubara Yesterday, Peace Has Returned To Rivers, Says Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the families of those who perished in the devastating fire outbreak at Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, which occurred on Tuesday. The fire tragically claimed ten lives, leaving a community in mourning and highlighting the importance of emergency preparedness and response […] The post Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Senate Urges FCT Resident Doctors To End Strike, Promises Talks With Wike

The senators assured the doctors that their concerns were receiving attention and promised to escalate the matter directly to the FCT Minister. The post Senate Urges FCT Resident Doctors To End Strike, Promises Talks With Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago PICTORIAL: NEC Endorses NASENI’s Solar Irrigation Pumps For Nationwide Rollout

The National Economic Council (NEC) has endorsed solar-powered irrigation pumps produced by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for nationwide rollout ahead of the 2025 dry season farming. The decision was taken at the 152nd meeting of the Council held on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, chaired by Vice President Kashim […]

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3 h. ago United Capital Mourns Deaths Of 6 Staff Members In Afriland Towers Fire Tragedy

United Capital Plc has announced the tragic loss of six staff members in the fire incident at Afriland Towers in Lagos on September 16, 2025. The company described the deceased colleagues as integral members of their team and family, expressing profound grief and extending condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims. […]

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3 h. ago Crowd Disperses After Fubara Fails To Arrive At Government House

By 5:00 p.m., there was still no sign of the Governor, and the once-bustling environment had returned to its usual calm. The post Crowd Disperses After Fubara Fails To Arrive At Government House appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates

Tribune Online 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates The defaulting universities include the University of Lagos (39 candidates), Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja (18), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (15), University of Abuja (12), and University of Uyo (9), among others. 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Kwara govt relocates NYSC 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II orientation camp to Ilorin

Tribune Online Kwara govt relocates NYSC 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II orientation camp to Ilorin The Kwara State Government has approved the relocation of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II orientation camp from the permanent site in Yikpata.... Kwara govt relocates NYSC 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II orientation camp to Ilorin Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Emtech and Global Infoswift Consultants Host Landmark Workshop on Digital Asset Regulation in Abuja

Emtech, in collaboration with Global Infoswift Consultants, successfully hosted a first-of-its-kind two-day workshop on September 11–12, 2025, at Transcorp Hilton, read more Emtech and Global Infoswift Consultants Host Landmark Workshop on Digital Asset Regulation in Abuja

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5 h. ago Ogun Seals Five Chinese Firms Over Alleged Assault On Govt Officials

The state government alleged that the companies persistently violated environmental regulations. The post Ogun Seals Five Chinese Firms Over Alleged Assault On Govt Officials appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Kogi Condemns CUSTECH Protest, Dismisses PWDs’ Marginalisation Claim

The state described claims of marginalisation in employment as “false,” insisting CUSTECH had already employed qualified persons with disabilities. The post Kogi Condemns CUSTECH Protest, Dismisses PWDs’ Marginalisation Claim appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Ekiti 2026: I’m not a stooge, I’m in the race to win – PDP guber aspirant Oluyede

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Dr. Wole Oluyede, the governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 election in Ekiti State, has urged members of his party, the people of the state and the general public to disregard an online publication by a group, known as “Ekiti Kete Collective” that labelled him a […] The post Ekiti 2026: I’m not a stooge, I’m in the race to win – PDP guber aspirant Oluyede appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Serie A: Lookman returns to Atalanta training after meeting head coach

Ademola Lookman resumed training with his Atalanta colleagues on Thursday following a meeting with head coach Ivan Juric. According to Gazetta, the Nigerian rejoined the rest of the group in training after their return to Italy following Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League loss to holders Paris Saint-Germain. Lookman pushed to join Inter Milan in August, and […] The post Serie A: Lookman returns to Atalanta training after meeting head coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Global investors bet on Africa as ARISE IIP closes $700m transaction

By Chinenye Anuforo ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP), the developer of the IPR Free Zone in partnership with Ogun State, has completed a landmark $700 million capital raise, securing one of the largest private infrastructure transactions in Africa to date. The deal brings Vision Invest, a leading Saudi Arabian infrastructure investor and developer, into […] The post Global investors bet on Africa as ARISE IIP closes $700m transaction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NECO: Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 SSCE results — Gov Yusuf

Tribune Online NECO: Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 SSCE results — Gov Yusuf Kano State has emerged as the best-performing state in the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE Internal) conducted by the National Examinations Council (NECO), a feat the state government attributes to ongoing reforms in the education sector. NECO: Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 SSCE results — Gov Yusuf Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Gov Yusuf reacts as Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 NECO results

Tribune Online Gov Yusuf reacts as Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 NECO results Kano has emerged as the best-performing state in the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE Internal) conducted by Gov Yusuf reacts as Kano outshines Lagos, Oyo in 2025 NECO results Tribune Online

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