84 m. ago You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu

Prof. James Ayatse, Tor Tiv, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to restore permanent peace in Nigeria and Benue State in particular. The Chairman of Benue Traditional Council said his people had made a lot of sacrifices to keep Nigeria united and wondered why they were being isolated for extermination. “Many of […] The post You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid

Tribune Online Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid IN a significant diplomatic drive on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola engaged in high-level meetings with leaders from several island nations to solicit support for Nigeria’s bid for election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization […] Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director

Tribune Online Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director THE Redeemer’s University has appointed Mr Adetunji Adeleye as the pioneer Director of Corporate Affairs. The appointment takes effect from 16th May, 2025, to his retirement. The institution’s Governing Council is expected to ratify his appointment at its next meeting. He obtained a Bachelor of Science in International Relations in 1998 from the prestigious Obafemi […] Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace

Tribune Online Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace The Dean of College of Health Sciences, Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji in Osun State, has lamented the food insecurity in the country with the attendant ripple effects on other sectors of the national economy. He made the remarks in a lecture titled: Resilient food systems: a foundation for sustainable national development, he delivered at […] Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace Tribune Online

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12 h. ago UNIPORT At 50: Varsity Confers Honorary Degree On FCT Minister Wike

  The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has conferred an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science (DSc Honoris Causa) on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Owunari Georgewill, disclosed this during the presentation of the conferment letter to Wike at his residence in Abuja on […]

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16 h. ago Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns

Joint State-local govt accounts now conduit for siphoning public funds, undermines autonomy — CISLAC   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The appointment and election of incompetent individuals to leadership positions in Nigeria’s local government councils are significantly undermining governance and fueling corruption at the grassroots level, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other […] The post Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Maritime Varsity Appoints Prof Oluwafemi As New Vice Chancellor

The Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State has appointed Professor Flora Tobolayefa Oluwafemi as the new Vice Chancellor of the institution. Announcing the appointment, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Mr. Abdullahi Bardi, said Professor Oluwafemi was selected after a competitive process that spanned three months involving expert evaluations, public advertisement, and transparent […]

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17 h. ago Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Vice President Mohammed Namadi Sambo and former Minister of budget and national planning, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman have traded blame over failed power privatization during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.  has strongly refuted claims made by Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, a former Minister of Budget and National Planning, Dr. Usman […] The post Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago 2027: We didn’t endorse Tinubu/Ribadu presidency — Adamawa APC

Tribune Online 2027: We didn’t endorse Tinubu/Ribadu presidency — Adamawa APC Following the recent controversy within the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term without his Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the purported endorsement of a Tinubu/Ribadu ticket for 2027, the Adamawa State chapter of the APC has strongly refuted the media reports. 2027: We didn’t endorse Tinubu/Ribadu presidency — Adamawa APC Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Your conduct reeks of contradiction – Atiku’s aide slams ‘Pastor’ Reno Omokri

By John Ogunsemore A social media war is brewing between Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former presidential aide, Reno Omokri. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Ibe mocked Omokri, who supported Atiku before the 2023 presidential election, over his new-found love for President Bola Tinubu. He shared a screenshot […] The post Your conduct reeks of contradiction – Atiku’s aide slams ‘Pastor’ Reno Omokri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS

Tribune Online Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS Simultaneously, the former Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Nsa Gill, has been reassigned as the Special Adviser on Public Affairs to the Governor. Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council

Tribune Online Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council According to the NCC, the appointments reflect confidence in the individuals' capacity, commitment, and character to lead with integrity as the movement continues its mission to mobilise citizens for a better Nigeria. Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives

Tribune Online Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives She expressed the university's commitment to supporting initiatives that promote peace and stability in the community, stating that such efforts are essential for the development and progress of the state. Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Natasha: Nigeria Risks Becoming Banana Republic – Ezekwesili

Former Education Minister and ex-vice president of the World Bank’s Africa region, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has fiercely criticised the Nigerian government’s decision to arraign Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on criminal defamation charges. The case stems from Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations of sexual harassment and death threats by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, prompting what Ezekwesili called a “national embarrassment” […]

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23 h. ago 2025 UTME: 11 CBT Centers Risk Blacklisting For Fingerprint Malpractice

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has recommended tough penalties for 11 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres and their registrants involved in fingerprint irregularities during registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB registrar/chief executive Prof. Ishaq Oloyede stated this after a brainstorming session with some critical stakeholders following a meeting with the […]

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24 h. ago N/East Summit: Shettima’s Exclusion From Endorsement Not A Snub– APC USA Chair

Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), United States of America (USA) chapter, Professor Tai Balofin, said Vice President Kashim Shettima’s exclusion from the endorsement speeches at the recent North-East summit of the party was not a snub but a reflection of the focus on the Bola Tinubu presidency. At the APC North-East stakeholders’ meeting […]

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25 h. ago PoPAN’s Biennial Conference Rallies Psychologists To Embed Resilience In National Dev’t

The President of the Positive Psychology Association of Nigeria (PoPAN), Prof. Adebayo Oluwole, has called on scholars, practitioners, and the broader psychological community to move beyond theory and engage actively with Nigeria’s evolving mental health landscape. Oluwole made this call at the association’s second biennial conference, ‘Thriving in a Changing World: Harnessing Resilience and Connection,’ […]

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25 h. ago IMO election: Oyetola courts Island nations’ support for Nigeria

By Steve Agbota                  The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has engaged in high-level meetings with leaders from several island nations to solicit support for Nigeria’s bid for election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council later this year. The Minister met […] The post IMO election: Oyetola courts Island nations’ support for Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has raised concerns over the appointment of Dr Michael Ekpai Odey, who hails from Akwa Ibom State, to head the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). The Ad-hoc Senate Committee on Emergency Rule in Rivers State questioned the rationale behind the selection process for such a sensitive institution yesterday […] The post Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago No Tension Between Tinubu, Shettima – APC Vice Chairman Declares

Amid ongoing speculation about a possible rift between President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, Mustapha Salihu, National Vice Chairman (North-East) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has denied any such conflict, calling it the creation of “conflict entrepreneurs.” Salihu, speaking to news men on Monday, emphasized that party matters are not managed in […] The post No Tension Between Tinubu, Shettima – APC Vice Chairman Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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