5 h. ago Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture

From Philip Nwosu On Friday, April 25, leaders from governance, academia, civil society, and media gathered at Wetland Hotel in Ughelli, Delta State, for the second Advocate Publication Ltd Annual Lecture Series. Themed “Between Governance and Politics: The Delicate Balancing to Ensure Growth and Development,” the event explored Nigeria’s growing divide between politics and governance. […] The post Experts call for shift from politics to governance at Advocate annual lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago VP Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Strategy

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to positioning human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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11 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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14 h. ago NWFL: Shobowale Targets Super Six Playoff Success With Amazons

Nasarawa Amazons midfielder Rukayat Shobowale has urged her teammates to shift their focus to Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Super Six playoff tournament. The Amazons defeated defending champions Edo Queens 1-0 to book a ticket to the season-ending tournament. Remo Stars Ladies, Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens and Rivers Angels have also booked their spot in […]

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24 h. ago Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Insufficient To Cover Basic Living Costs – NLC President

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has raised serious concerns about the financial burden workers are facing in the country, particularly in relation to electricity tariffs and the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero, in a statement on Friday, highlighted the stark reality that workers are now paying more for electricity than their […] The post Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Insufficient To Cover Basic Living Costs – NLC President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade

BY PHILIP NWOSU As concerns grow over maritime insecurity and its impact on global commerce, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course designed to address threats to maritime security and their implications for international trade. The two-day course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade: Strategic Perspectives for Nigeria’s Blue […] The post IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Gombe: UNICEF urges traditional leaders to tackle noncompliance in polio eradication drive

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on traditional leaders in Gombe State to take a more active role in addressing persistent noncompliance with polio vaccination campaigns in the state. According to UNICEF, the issue of Polio virus has remained a serious concern in Gombe and other parts of Nigeria, […] The post Gombe: UNICEF urges traditional leaders to tackle noncompliance in polio eradication drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Pope Francis: Nigerian delegation led by Akpabio to attend funeral

Senate President Godswill Akpabio is at the forefront of a high-level Nigerian delegation that will be present at the funeral ceremony for the late Pope Francis. The event will take place in Vatican City on Saturday, and the announcement was made in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information […] The post Pope Francis: Nigerian delegation led by Akpabio to attend funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Tribute Series On A National Figure Accentuate Need To Celebrate Nigerian Heroes Whilst They Are Living

Millennials and Gen Z’s may not have heard of the name Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, and may ask why should they have? That’s because in addition to being multitalented – a mathematician, scientist, and cultural custodian, he was a former governor and former Rector at Ibadan Polytechnic, where he deployed his talents and skills towards […]

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40 h. ago Navy Dismantles Illegal Refineries, Apprehends Six In Bayelsa, Delta, Anambra

Troops of the Nigerian Navy’s Operation Delta Sanity and its units have arrested six suspected crude oil thieves during a series of coordinated operations carried out from April 20 to April 22. The Director of Naval Information, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, made this announcement on Thursday in Abuja. Adams-Aliu stated that on Sunday, the Nigerian Navy […] The post Navy Dismantles Illegal Refineries, Apprehends Six In Bayelsa, Delta, Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago China, Kenya deepen strategic partnership with new infrastructure, trade agreement

China and Kenya announced on Thursday that they had elevated their diplomatic relationship to a “new level” following a high-level read more China, Kenya deepen strategic partnership with new infrastructure, trade agreement

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65 h. ago UK Firm To Execute $500m Energy Infrastructure Projects In Katsina

A UK-based lPan-African clean energy infrastructure development and asset management company, Genesis Energy Holding, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Katsina State Government for a US$500million investment. This investment will enable the development, financing and execution of a series of major energy infrastructure projects across the State. The agreement outlines a strategic partnership […]

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67 h. ago Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a high-level virtual dialogue yesterday, President Bola Tinubu urged world leaders to act decisively on the escalating global climate crisis, emphasising that the time for climate action is not tomorrow but now. In a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President called for unity, courage […] The post Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s Climate Plan Will Unlock $2.5bn In Carbon Credits — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has urged world leaders to demonstrate unity, courage, and sustained commitment in addressing the worsening global climate crisis. Speaking on Wednesday during a high-level virtual dialogue on climate and the just transition, President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to forging a paradigm shift in which climate action and economic growth advance together, not […]

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3 d. ago Insecurity: President Tinubu Issues Fresh Orders, Says ‘Enough Is Enough’

President Bola Tinubu has issued fresh directives to Nigeria’s top security and intelligence chiefs, declaring that the persistent wave of violence in parts of the country must come to an end, stating firmly: “Enough is enough.” The President made the declaration during a high-level security meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The […]

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3 d. ago Los Angeles Lakers outshine Timberwolves to level playoff series

Luka Doncic scored 31 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and dished out nine assists, while LeBron James added 21 points and 11 read more Los Angeles Lakers outshine Timberwolves to level playoff series

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4 d. ago Restructure Nigeria Now To End Plateau, Benue Killings – Gani Adams

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Iba Gani Adams, has voiced serious concern over the escalating violence in parts of Nigeria, especially the persistent killings in Plateau and Benue States. Speaking during the grand finale of the 2025 Eledumare Festival held in Lagos on Wednesday, Adams called on the federal government to restructure the […] The post Restructure Nigeria Now To End Plateau, Benue Killings – Gani Adams appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Analyst Warns APC Against Gov Oborevwori’s Alleged Defection Move

A prominent political analyst in Delta State, George Urhie, has warned the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national level of the dire consequences of allowing Governor Sherrif Oborevwori of Delta State to defect to the party and seek re-election on its platform come 2027. Urhie’s warning comes amid rumours of Oborevwori’s […]

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4 d. ago Super Falcons Player Queries FG Over Benue Killings, Calls For Urgent Actions

Super Falcons player, Peace Ogebe, has expressed disappointment over continued deadly attacks in her state, Benue State. Ogebe said that the killings of innocent people has left her unable to sleep. Her remarks is coming after a series of brutal attacks on villages in Otukpo and Otobi-Akpa within the Otukpo local government area of the […] The post Super Falcons Player Queries FG Over Benue Killings, Calls For Urgent Actions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NAHCON, State Pilgrims Welfare Boards Fix May 9 For Inaugural Hajj Flight

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has held a meeting with State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board Executive Secretaries and agreed that the airlift of intending pilgrims to the Holy Land should commence on May 9, 2025 and end May 24. The meeting was also convened to assess the level of preparedness of the State […]

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