94 m. ago From controversies to coronation: Owoade’s tortuous journey to Alaafin throne

Akeem Owoade, 49, will be officially crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday. Several controversies trailed Owoade’s emergence with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Oyo Mesi (kingmakers) and Prof Wande Abimbola, as key players. Regardless of the twists and turns leading to his coronation April 5, the expectations of Oyo indigenes of their new king Read More

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1 hour ago FG withdraws allocation of 1,357 housing units over default payment

The Federal Government has revoked the provisional allocation of houses under the National Housing Programme for 1,357 beneficiaries across 33 states due to failure to complete outright payment within the stipulated timeframe. The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development confirmed the revocation in an official statement on Tuesday, citing non-compliance with the 90-day payment Read More

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2 h. ago President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo

•Phyno, Eben headlined musical performance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to flag off today the much anticipated Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The festival will be concluded on April 8 with about 3000 athletes and over 500 officials competing in 17 sports. In the last one […] The post President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice

In the wake of the death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Olusegun Olanrewaju, also known as “Segun Success,” international ring official and boxing matchmaker Olusegun Ayodele Adesanya has issued a condolence message to all boxing stakeholders, asking them to avoid allowing boxers to fight with little notice, just a few days away. Considering the circumstances surrounding […] The post Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the largest military call-up in recent history, enlisting 160,000 new troops as tensions continue to rise on multiple fronts. This latest conscription drive, announced on April 1, 2025, significantly expands Russia’s military presence amid ongoing conflicts and geopolitical struggles. According to official statements from Russian authorities on Tuesday, it […] The post Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “Obaseki Not A Politician, We Made Him Governor” – Philip Shaibu

Philip Shaibu, former Edo State Deputy Governor, revealed he never had faith in Governor Godwin Obaseki’s leadership, even before they took office on November 12, 2016. Shaibu’s skepticism would later prove prophetic, as their relationship deteriorated over time. In 2024, Shaibu’s ambition to succeed Obaseki led to a bitter fallout, resulting in his impeachment and […] The post “Obaseki Not A Politician, We Made Him Governor” – Philip Shaibu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago I never believed in Obaseki’s leadership before 2016 – Shaibu

Former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has disclosed that he never had faith in ex- Governor Godwin Obaseki’s leadership even before they both assumed office on November 12, 2016. Shaibu made this revelation on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television’s Political Paradigm programme, where he spoke about his reservations regarding Obaseki’s leadership capabilities. Read More

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7 h. ago Sustainable renewable energy critical for Nigeria’s development – ECN

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Engr. Mustapha Abdullahi has stated that Nigeria needs to invest more in renewable energy technologies and smart technology solutions for a secure future. Dr Abdullahi made this call in a statement released to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, […] The post Sustainable renewable energy critical for Nigeria’s development – ECN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Soludo’s road projects boosting real estate sector growth in Anambra – Okonkwo

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Majescity Real Estate and Investment, Mr Okwuchukwu Okonkwo, has identified road construction across the hinterlands by Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, as a major boost aiding the growth of the real estate business in the state. Okonkwo, who made this disclosure in Awka […] The post Soludo’s road projects boosting real estate sector growth in Anambra – Okonkwo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Makinde Suspends Demolition Of Popular Oyo Market Razed By Fire

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has ordered the suspension of the planned demolition of a section of popular Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan, the state capital, until proper alternative had been provided for traders. Governor Makinde stated this on Tuesday when he carried out an on-the-site inspection of the market, regretting that the fire station in […]

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9 h. ago 24 hours after lessor seizes Green Africa planes, airline buys aircraft

Barely 24 hours after Green Africa was grounded following the retrieval of all its three aircraft by its lessor, ACIA Aero Leasing, the airline in collaboration with Access Bank has procured an aircraft. The airline made this known through a statement signed by its media officer, Omolara Kehinde, and made available to our correspondent on Read More

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9 h. ago Makinde visits Oyo market, vows to prevent future fire outbreaks

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will restructure the Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, to avert a recurrence of the fire incident that destroyed goods worth millions of Naira in March. The governor also said that the state government has provided some sort of palliatives to victims of the fire incident. The governor Read More

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10 h. ago Police nab syndicate trafficking Nigerian girls to Mauritania

Operatives at the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, have detained a syndicate for allegedly trafficking girls from Nigeria to Mauritania for prostitution and sexual exploitation. The Zonal Public Relations Officer, CSP Umma Ayuba, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. She said the syndicate was apprehended on March 22 at the command Read More

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11 h. ago Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns

The Kogi State Police Command has urged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan to cancel her planned Sallah homecoming rally in the Central Senatorial District, citing security concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya, on behalf of the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, the command emphasised the need […] The post Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigerian Army Begins Recruitment For 89th Regular Recruits Intake

The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of online registration for its 89 Regular Recruits Intake Exercise for trades, non-tradesmen and women. The recruitment exercise which was made public on Monday via the Army’s official X handle, aimed at enlisting qualified candidates for the positions. According to the Army, the registration period will run from […]

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13 h. ago Hold Akpabio, Bello, Ododo responsible if anything happens to me – Natasha

The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, urged Nigerians to hold Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo and his predecessor, Yahaya Bello, responsible if she and her supporters are attacked. Akpoti-Uduaghan raised the alarm in a post via her official Facebook. She said, “My dear people of Read More

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14 h. ago 45,000 in Ukraine without electricity after Russian strikes — Official

Tens of thousands of people in southern Ukraine have been left without power after Russian strikes, despite Kremlin claims it is not launching attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, Kyiv said Tuesday. Russia has rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire but says it agreed a temporary halt on Ukrainian energy sites. Read More

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14 h. ago Abia Technology and Innovation Network strives for tech advancement 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   The Abia Technology and Innovation Network (ATIN) is striving towards strengthening the state’s tech ecosystem through a high-level Ecosystem roundtable meeting held at Sun Heaven Hotels, Umuahia. Speaking at the event, which brought together government officials, investors, academia, media, and tech entrepreneurs to explore collaboration opportunities, Daniel Chinagozi, Chairman of […] The post Abia Technology and Innovation Network strives for tech advancement  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Immigration officials arrested me, I don’t know my offence – Bobrisky

Bobrisky has raised an alarm after allegedly being arrested by Nigerian immigration officials, saying he was not aware he committed any crime. The controversial crossdresser took to social media on Tuesday to make the disclosure after throwing a shade at veteran singer 2Baba. Bobrisky penned on his official Instagram page, “Guys, have just been arrested […] The post Immigration officials arrested me, I don’t know my offence – Bobrisky appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been urged to cancel her planned Sallah rally in the Central Senatorial District of Kogi State. The advice was given by the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya. Dantawaye stated that the rally is a breach of the […] The post Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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