85 m. ago SSANU appeals for immediate intervention over salary payment delays

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), has raised the alarm over delays in the payment of salaries, following the migration to the Government Integrated Financial and Management Information System (GIFMIS) platform. In a letter addressed to the Accountant General of the Federation dated May 7, 2025, President of SSANU,  […] The post SSANU appeals for immediate intervention over salary payment delays appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

2 h. ago Convert forests to military bases to prevent insurgents occupation, Ganduje tells FG

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership has said converting forests to military bases will prevent further insurgents’ occupation and improve national security in the country. Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, national chairman of the ruling party, made the suggestion in Damaturu during a condolence visit to Yobe over the recent terrorists’ attack on a military formation in […] The post Convert forests to military bases to prevent insurgents occupation, Ganduje tells FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago Tourism: Why Enugu must look beyond Nike Lake, others – Anyanechi

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Tourism expert and writer Ijeoma Anyanechi is calling for a fresh approach to Enugu State’s tourism development, urging government officials and stakeholders to look beyond the usual attractions like Nike Lake, Ngwo Pine Forest, and masquerade celebrations. In an interview with Kenneth Udeh, the Enugu-born tech enthusiast and author of “Our […] The post Tourism: Why Enugu must look beyond Nike Lake, others – Anyanechi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 h. ago Defections To APC Major Shift In S/South Politics – Delta, Edo Speakers

Speakers of Delta and Edo State Houses of Assembly have described the mass defection from Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) for All Progressive Congress, (APC) in the region as a significant political realignment in the South-South region. They said this when the Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, played host to some members of […]

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2 h. ago Emir Confirms Killing Of Army Captain, Soldier, 3 Terrorists In Fresh Borno Attack

The Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, has confirmed the killing of an army captain and a private soldier when some suspected terrorists attacked the Izge community in the Gwoza local government area of Borno State. The incident, which took place at about 1 am on Wednesday, also left three terrorists suspected to be […]

Events

3 h. ago Reps Want U.S. To Support Nigeria’s Electoral Reforms, Women’s Representation

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu has advocated partnership with the United States(U.S.) government to support Nigeria’s efforts in promoting gender equity and electoral reforms. Kalu made the call during a meeting with a delegation from the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria led by David Frost, a political counsellor, and Cassandra Carrony […]

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4 h. ago Successful drug war’ill promote Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda –Govs’ wives

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Nigeria Governors Spouses’ Forum (NGSF) has hailed the success recorded by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) against the menace of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. The governors wives were optimistic that the success against banned substances will lead to the actualization of the renewed hope agenda of […] The post Successful drug war’ill promote Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda –Govs’ wives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago LP lawmaker Ogah dismisses Abure faction’s suspension as irrelevant

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Amobi Ogah, the House of Representatives member for Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Abia State, has dismissed his suspension by the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party (LP) as a “non-issue”. In a statement on Wednesday, Ogah reaffirmed his loyalty to Abia State Governor Alex Otti, stating, “I want to make it […] The post LP lawmaker Ogah dismisses Abure faction’s suspension as irrelevant appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government has restated its commitment to ending violence against children, women, and vulnerable groups. Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim made the recommitment at the kickoff of the two-day Regional Meeting of Pathfinder African Countries on the Global Alliance to End Violence Against Children in Abuja on Wednesday, where […] The post Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Benue: Armed herders kill APC chieftain, 3 others in fresh attacks

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen have reportedly attacked two communities of Mbatsada in Mbalom and Mbasombo Council Wards in Gwer East Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, killing a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and three others. Our correspondent gathered that the chieftain, identified as Akaabo Johnson, and […] The post Benue: Armed herders kill APC chieftain, 3 others in fresh attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

6 h. ago Kaduna police uncover illegal factory producing fake soya bean oil

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State Police Command announced on Wednesday the discovery of an illegal factory producing adulterated soya bean oil in Maraban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area. According to a statement by Police Public Relations Officer DSP Mansir Hassan, a State Intelligence Department (SID) team, led by SP Sani Bello, acted on […] The post Kaduna police uncover illegal factory producing fake soya bean oil appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

7 h. ago Adeleke donates three fire trucks to Osun State Fire Service

By Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke commissioned three fire trucks donated to the Osun State Fire Service in Osogbo, bringing the total to seven trucks and one water tanker procured under his administration. Speaking at the event on Wednesday, Adeleke reiterated his commitment to providing at least one fire truck to each […] The post Adeleke donates three fire trucks to Osun State Fire Service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

7 h. ago Etche leaders report herdsmen attacks, Rivers government vows action

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Etche Local Government Area (LGA) leaders met on Wednesday with Rivers State officials, highlighting rampant herdsmen attacks, land grabbing, and collapsing healthcare and education systems. The high-level stakeholder engagement, held in Etche, was part of Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd)’s state-wide tour, with Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju representing the […] The post Etche leaders report herdsmen attacks, Rivers government vows action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

8 h. ago Expert urges FG to reduce cost of building materials, household items

Abdulrasheed Akanni Okoya, Chief Operations Officer of Fufubiao Group of Companies, has called on the Federal Government to support producers read more Expert urges FG to reduce cost of building materials, household items

Politics

8 h. ago FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement for the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN), targeting Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara to enhance agricultural value chains and farmers’ incomes. Co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development […] The post FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

9 h. ago Labour Party Suspends Gov Otti, Senator Kingibe, Others Over Anti

The Labour Party (LP) has announced the indefinite suspension of six high-ranking members, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti, Senator Ireti Kingibe, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, Hon. Amobi Ogah, and Hon. Seyi Sowunmi. The suspension was confirmed following the conclusion of an internal investigation by the party’s disciplinary committee. The panel was […] The post Labour Party Suspends Gov Otti, Senator Kingibe, Others Over Anti-Party Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

9 h. ago Benue Remains Stable Despite Sabotage Attempts — Governor Alia Assures

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has raised concerns over an alleged plot aimed at destabilizing the state and orchestrating his removal from office. Speaking through his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, during a press briefing in Makurdi on Wednesday, the governor accused unnamed individuals of engineering a campaign of misinformation, sponsored protests, and legal […] The post Benue Remains Stable Despite Sabotage Attempts — Governor Alia Assures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago FG unveils NITDA regional office in Enugu to boost Southeast digital innovation

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The federal government on Tuesday commissioned the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) regional office in Enugu to enhance digital inclusion and strengthen Nigeria’s tech ecosystem in the Southeast. Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, described the facility as a “bridge between national policy and local potential”, […] The post FG unveils NITDA regional office in Enugu to boost Southeast digital innovation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

9 h. ago Reps Seek US Support For Nigeria’s Electoral Reforms, Gender Equity

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu has advocated partnership with the United States government to support Nigeria’s efforts in promoting gender equity and electoral reforms. Kalu made the call during a meeting with a delegation from the US Embassy in Nigeria led by David Frost, a political counsellor and Cassandra Carrony, […]

Politics

9 h. ago RCCG Overseer Adeboye In Plateau, Condoles State Gov’t Over Violent Attacks

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye has expressed deep sympathy with the government and people of Plateau State over recent spate of violent attacks, declaring prophetically that the season of bloodshed has come to an end. Pastor Adeboye made this declaration when he paid a courtesy visit to […]

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