48 m. ago PICTORIALS: Zulum Sympathises With Victims Of Borno Explosion

Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has sympathised with 21 people injured by a bomb blast suspected to have been planted by Boko Haram terrorists along the Maiduguri-Damboa highway on Saturday. LEADERSHIP gathered that out of the victims, 14 were severely injured, 7 others suffered minor injuries and were receiving treatment at the Specialist Hospital […]

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1 hour ago Adamawa govt to invest N2bn to support farmers, youths to tackle food insecurity

The Adamawa State government has disclosed that it would invest N2 billion to boost the agricultural sector by providing farmers read more Adamawa govt to invest N2bn to support farmers, youths to tackle food insecurity

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1 hour ago Abia First Lady Tasks Agric Programme Beneficiaries On Opportunities

Wife of Abia State governor, Priscilla Otti, has tasked beneficiaries of the Youth Agricultural Support Programme in the state to use the opportunity to transform their lives and their communities. Otti made the call at the training/empowerment of beneficiaries of the programme under the Renewed Hope Initiative of wife of the president, Oluremi Tinubu in […]

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1 hour ago Plateau Govt Mobilises Contractors To Inherited Abandoned Projects

Plateau State government has pledged to complete 49 abandoned projects it inherited from the administration of former Governor Simon Lalong. The commissioner for works, Hon. Joshua Ubandoma, spoke on the projects yesterday. Ubandoma disclosed this during a tour of projects in the southern and central senatorial zones of the state. He said Governor Mutfwang had […]

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3 h. ago Panic grips Anambra APC as wave of defections follows controversial governorship primary

A massive wave of defections has hit the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, following growing discontent over the read more Panic grips Anambra APC as wave of defections follows controversial governorship primary

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3 h. ago LASIEC Announces Election Date, Campaign Timetable For Lagos LG Polls

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has officially announced the date for the upcoming local government elections, which will take place on July 12, 2025. This election will cover all 20 local governments and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) across the state. According to a statement issued by LASIEC’s Head of Public Affairs, […] The post LASIEC Announces Election Date, Campaign Timetable For Lagos LG Polls appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 2027: Nigerian opposition yet to show commitment to oust APC

...Despite attempts at coalition …Personal interests, ambitions major challenge – Okunade The quest by the leaders of Nigeria’s opposition groups read more 2027: Nigerian opposition yet to show commitment to oust APC

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4 h. ago Tinubu’s men in defensive mode as allegations of lopsided appointments swell, spread

Sunday Dare’s intervention deepens controversy Atiku accuses president of ‘institutionalising nepotism’ SSG says administration committed to fairness, equity President Bola read more Tinubu’s men in defensive mode as allegations of lopsided appointments swell, spread

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8 h. ago Good Governance Award: Gov Diri dedicates honour to Bayelsans

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, on Friday night was among recipients of the coveted Vanguard Newspapers Personality of the Year Awards held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island in Lagos. According to the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Daniel Alabrah, Diri was honoured with the Good Governance Award at the […] The post Good Governance Award: Gov Diri dedicates honour to Bayelsans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Obasanjo commissions 46.3 kilometre highway in Abia, eulogises Otti

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has commissioned the 46.36 kilometre Umuahia, Uzuakoli, Akara, Alayi-Abiriba Highway, describing Governor Alex Otti as a performer and an exemplary leader who has impacted the lives of his people positively. Chief Obasanjo, recalling how terrible the road was, especially the last time he visited Abiriba, described Governor […] The post Obasanjo commissions 46.3 kilometre highway in Abia, eulogises Otti appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Ogbonnaya Onu saved Nigeria over N1 trillion through scientific initiatives – Abbas

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, has said the former Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, through scientific initiatives saved Nigeria over N1 trillion. Dr. Abbas made the revelation while delivering the first memorial lecture in honour of the late Minister and former Governor […] The post Ogbonnaya Onu saved Nigeria over N1 trillion through scientific initiatives – Abbas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago N/East not excluded from SAPZs project, FG replies NASS caucus

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has dismissed claims by the National Assembly North-East Caucus that it excluded the region from the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) programme. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, at a press briefing yesterday in Abuja, clarified that not only is the North-East included, but some of […] The post N/East not excluded from SAPZs project, FG replies NASS caucus appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Governor Mutfwang Visits Attacked Communities, Reassures Victims On Resettlement

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has conducted an on-the-spot assessment of communities recently attacked and displaced in Bokkos and Mangu local government areas. He visited Hurti, Daho and several affected areas, where he also interacted with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). The governor who was visibly moved by the harrowing conditions, especially those of women […]

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9 h. ago Namadi warns Jigawa farmers against diverting subsidised inputs

Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has warned farmers against diverting subsidised agricultural inputs provided by the government across the State. It could be recalled that the governor’s warning against diverting inputs is consistent with previous statements. In April, he warned against the diversion of fertilizer meant for farmers, emphasising that anyone found culpable would be Read More

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9 h. ago Lagos Shuts 14 Markets In Ketu, Ikorodu Over Sanitation Violations

The Lagos State Government has indefinitely shut down 14 markets and commercial spaces in the Ketu and Ikorodu areas over repeated environmental infractions. This decisive action, executed through the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), followed a series of ignored warnings to market operators accused of violating sanitation rules. Authorities say the closures became necessary after […] The post Lagos Shuts 14 Markets In Ketu, Ikorodu Over Sanitation Violations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Insecurity: Plateau gov visits 64 displaced communities, vows to honour victims

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has visited the victims of terrorist attacks in about 64 communities of the state. Mutfwang also pledged to honour the victims during his visit on Saturday while assuring that justice would be served to the perpetrators. The PUNCH reports that the attack displaced thousands and plunged residents into despair. Confirming Read More

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12 h. ago Makinde unveils Kunle Afolayan film village, highlights tourism’s role in Oyo

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said the state is well on course in its commitment to expanding its economy through tourism, noting that tourism remains a cornerstone in the economic strategy of his administration. The governor maintained that the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, would receive a wide-bodied Read More

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12 h. ago Gov Mbah mourns Christian Chukwu, says, ‘We’ve lost a football icon and phenomenon’

Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has expressed deep grief over the passing away of former Super Eagles skipper and read more Gov Mbah mourns Christian Chukwu, …says, ‘We’ve lost a football icon and phenomenon’

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12 h. ago 54th birthday: PAP boss describes Tompolo as beacon of hope to N/Delta people

Dennis Otuaro, administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), has congratulated Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, who is also the read more 54th birthday: PAP boss describes Tompolo as beacon of hope to N/Delta people

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13 h. ago Arewa Forum passes vote of confidence on APC National Chairman, hails Wike’s nationalism

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Arewa Forum for Peaceful Coexistence has passed a vote of confidence on All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. National President Bature Haruna and Federal Capital Territory Coordinator Mark Okpanachi Ogah, speaking to journalists in Abuja, said the decision followed a thorough assessment of Ganduje’s leadership since […] The post Arewa Forum passes vote of confidence on APC National Chairman, hails Wike’s nationalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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