2 h. ago Killings: Tinubu douses Benue tension as critics call for arrests

… Tinubu directs security heads to hunt killers President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, directed Kayode Egbetokun, Nigeria’s police chief, and read more Killings: Tinubu douses Benue tension as critics call for arrests

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4 h. ago Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF) Senator George Akume has condoled the people of Yelewata and the entire Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State over the June 13 killings in their community. Senator Akume also called on them to remain calm and steadfast as […] The post Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago ACPN urges Tinubu to address physicians’ dominance in health, education sectors

By Doris Obinna The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has issued a passionate plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling for immediate intervention in what it describes as an entrenched culture of physician dominance and exclusionary practices in Nigeria’s health and education sectors. In a letter signed by the ACPN National President, Ambrose […] The post ACPN urges Tinubu to address physicians’ dominance in health, education sectors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment

Tribune Online Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has called for lower corporate tax rates, to address regulatory overage, and refining tariff systems to stimulate investment and economic growth. Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Father kills teenage daughter during domestic dispute in Kano

Tribune Online Father kills teenage daughter during domestic dispute in Kano Tragedy struck Dawakin Dakata Quarters in Kano State when a 60-year-old man, Adamu Mohammed, allegedly killed his 18-year-old daughter, Zainab Adamu, during a violent altercation at their home. Father kills teenage daughter during domestic dispute in Kano Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, June 18, expressed strong dissatisfaction over the failure of security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the massacre of over 200 people in Yelewata community, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State. During his visit to Makurdi, the President demanded urgent arrests and vowed to personally […] The post Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Buni calls for unity to tackle insecurity, food shortage in Lake Chad Basin

Tribune Online Buni calls for unity to tackle insecurity, food shortage in Lake Chad Basin Buni called for joint agricultural support initiatives, saying that improving food production would help tackle food insecurity and promote regional economic recovery. Buni calls for unity to tackle insecurity, food shortage in Lake Chad Basin Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Referendum: Western Sahara Renews Calls For International Pressure On Morocco

  The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), also known as Western Sahara, has ramped up calls on the global community to exert more pressure on the Kingdom of Morocco to adhere to the globally recognised agreement for the people of Western Sahara under Morocco’s occupation to determine their political future through referendum. The Minister of […]

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12 h. ago Makinde calls for registration of orphanage homes for accurate data

Tribune Online Makinde calls for registration of orphanage homes for accurate data Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, has urged operators of various orphanage homes, foundations, disability centers, and similar institutions across... Makinde calls for registration of orphanage homes for accurate data Tribune Online

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13 h. ago FAAN tasks aviation stakeholders to prioritise investment in project devt

Tribune Online FAAN tasks aviation stakeholders to prioritise investment in project devt Kuku reiterated the crucial role of cargo operations in the sector's future, noting that investment requires clear returns supported by comprehensive data. FAAN tasks aviation stakeholders to prioritise investment in project devt Tribune Online

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13 h. ago FG seeks varsities’ support on climate change, renewable energy solutions

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged universities to join hands in promoting evidence-based research on climate change and renewable energy solutions to support its net zero green transition pathway by 2060. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, who made the call at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, during […] The post FG seeks varsities’ support on climate change, renewable energy solutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse

Tribune Online NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse "We shall intensify our War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) social advocacy initiatives to further support families, schools, communities. NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse Tribune Online

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14 h. ago I Had No Idea ‘With You’ Came From My Song Until Davido Called — Bright Chimezie

Veteran Nigerian musician Bright Chimezie has expressed delight over Afrobeats star Davido acknowledging him as a source of inspiration. It will be recalled that Davido revealed the legendary song ‘Because Of English’ by Bright Chimezie inspired his hit track With You featuring Omah Lay. Speaking with Hip TV in a clip shared on X Tuesday, […] The post I Had No Idea ‘With You’ Came From My Song Until Davido Called — Bright Chimezie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Benue killings: Northern CAN demands compensation for victims

Tribune Online Benue killings: Northern CAN demands compensation for victims The Northern Christian Association of Nigeria, has called on the FG to immediately compensate victims of the killings in Benue State Benue killings: Northern CAN demands compensation for victims Tribune Online

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14 h. ago MACBAN Condemns Benue Killings, Demands End To Ethnic Profiling Of Fulani Herders

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the recent deadly attack on Yelewata community of Guma LGA in Benue State, calling for an end to the cycle of violence and what it described as systemic ethnic profiling of Fulani pastoralists. In a statement released on Wednesday, MACBAN National President, Baba Othman […]

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14 h. ago Killings: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS tells Tinubu 

…says Yewalta’s massacre tantamount to ethnic cleansing  Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration to declare a State of Emergency in Benue State to halt the incessant killings allegedly being perpetrated by suspected killer herdsmen. The student body noted that the coordinated overnight killings […] The post Killings: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS tells Tinubu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio

Tribune Online Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called for transparency, factual evidence, and responsible public engagement over serious allegations involving Senator Godswill Akpabio. Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Benue killings: CORN urges Tinubu to restructure security system

Timipere Allison on Wednesday called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the federal government to take decisive and sustained action. read more Benue killings: CORN urges Tinubu to restructure security system

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15 h. ago World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach 

As Marwa, UNODC calls for public support    From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has vowed to intensify it’s fight against illicit drugs and banned substances with modern approach to the enforcement of drug laws. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen […] The post World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called for collaboration between the media and the Nigerian army to win the fight against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other security challenges bedeviling the nation. He said the collaboration has become necessary saying the Nigerian Army, had strived to […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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