4 h. ago Be Sensitive To Plight Of Muslim Pilgrims, Hijrah Organisation Tells FG

The Hijrah Organisation of Nigeria has called on the federal government to manage the affairs of Hajj with greater sensitivity. The organisation’s national chairman, Professor Badmas Yusuf, made the call during an interview with LEADERSHIP in Ilorin, Kwara State. He emphasised that Hajj should be treated as a sacred spiritual journey and not merely a […]

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19 h. ago Akpabio: ‘How Prof Mgbeke Paid Me To Manipulate Audio Recordings Against Natasha’, Says Media Personality Ogbonnaya

Media personality Francess Olisa Ogbonnaya has accused Prof. Sandra Duru, popularly known as Prof. Mgbeke, of paying her the sum of N300,000 to manipulate audio recordings against suspended Senator of Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan In an explosive interview with investigative journalist Adeola Fayehun, Ogbonnaya claimed she was approached by Duru during the Easter holidays and […]

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21 h. ago SSAN knocks education minister over claim that social science graduates are oversupplied

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Social Science Academy of Nigeria (SSAN) has strongly criticised Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa’s claim that Nigeria has an oversupply of social science graduates. In a statement by SSAN President Professor Chike Okolocha, the academy argued that social sciences are vital for addressing Nigeria’s economic, political, and social challenges. Alausa […] The post SSAN knocks education minister over claim that social science graduates are oversupplied appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago NUC approves accreditation of 17 courses at Sa’adu Zungur University

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted accreditation to 17 courses at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), a Bauchi State-owned institution. Auwal Hassan, the Public Relations Officer, described this as a significant milestone, “demonstrating its commitment to academic excellence and quality education” in a statement to journalists. The accredited courses cover various […] The post NUC approves accreditation of 17 courses at Sa’adu Zungur University appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Association Faults Minister’s Claim On Social Science Graduates

The Social Science Academy of Nigeria (SSAN) has strongly rejected recent comments by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who claimed that Nigeria has produced too many social science graduates. SSAN in a statement by its president, Professor Chike Okolocha insisted that social science disciplines are vital to addressing the country’s deep-rooted economic, political, […]

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29 h. ago Red Cross Urges Partnership On Humanitarian Crisis In Anambra

The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) has called for stronger partnerships to address emerging humanitarian challenges in Anambra, including climate-related disasters, armed conflicts and mass displacement. Chairman of the NRCS in the state, Prof. Charity Emelie, made the appeal yesterday in Awka during the 2025 World Red Cross Day celebration, with the theme, “On the […]

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31 h. ago Anambra Govt Sanctions School Over Sale Of Head Prefect Position

Anambra State government has imposed a one-month sanction on Blossom Fount School, Awka, for allegedly selling the position of head prefect during a student election. This was disclosed in a statement yesterday by the Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh. According to the commissioner, the school reportedly demanded N5,000 from each pupil aspiring to become […]

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35 h. ago Embrace Mbah’s Tomorrow Is Here mantra, Don urges Enugu residents

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka   A Professor of Economics and former Director of the Institute for Development Studies at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Prof Osita Ogbu has urged the people of Enugu State to embrace Governor Peter Mbah’s mantra of “Tomorrow is here” for the rapid development of the state. Ogbu said this […] The post Embrace Mbah’s Tomorrow Is Here mantra, Don urges Enugu residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago My academic journey, unbreakable marriage with Unical –Prof Chris Nwamuo’s, emeritus professor

By Aniekan Aniekan Professor Chris Ifeanyichukwu Nwamuo is a distinguished academic and administrator who has made significant contributions to education and the arts. Recently invested as an emeritus professor by the University of Calabar, he has a long and illustrious career marked by numerous achievements and recognitions. With a strong educational background and extensive experience […] The post My academic journey, unbreakable marriage with Unical –Prof Chris Nwamuo’s, emeritus professor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Pat Utomi declares he will no longer pursue political office in Nigeria

Professor Pat Utomi has announced that he will no longer pursue any political office in Nigeria, nor will he accept any govt appointment. read more Pat Utomi declares he will no longer pursue political office in Nigeria

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44 h. ago UNICEF, Ebonyi collaboration boosts immunization coverage in LGAs

Ebonyi State has recorded a significant increase in immunisation coverage across its 13 Local Government Areas (LGAS). This increase was read more UNICEF, Ebonyi collaboration boosts immunization coverage in LGAs

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50 h. ago Gov Sani Clears Outstanding Students’ Tuition Fees Owed Foreign Varsities

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani has cleared all outstanding tuition fees amounting to $247,235.84 (N407,937,750) owed to foreign universities by students sponsored by the state government to study abroad. The Executive Secretary, Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board, Professor Yahya Ibrahim who disclosed this, explained that the beneficiaries included those who studied Medicine and […]

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50 h. ago NMC long overdue for conversion to varsity mathematical sciences — Governing Council

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Governing Council of the National Mathematical Centre (NMC) has appealed to the Federal Government to convert the NMC to a National University of Mathematical Sciences (NUMS). The Council led by the Chairman, Prof. Edna Njoku, said that such intervention will help the Centre play its pivotal roles in increasing and […] The post NMC long overdue for conversion to varsity mathematical sciences — Governing Council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago I Won’t Accept Political Appointments Or Run For Office Again – Pat Utomi

Professor Pat Utomi has announced that he will no longer contest for public office or accept any government appointment in Nigeria. Speaking during an interview with news men, Utomi said his focus is now on the well-being of future generations, not political ambitions or contracts. “Let me state clearly, I will not run for public […] The post I Won’t Accept Political Appointments Or Run For Office Again – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Insecurity: Zulum Orders Immediate Ban Of Petrol Sale In Bama LGA

Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has ordered an immediate ban on the sale of petrol in filling stations across Bama local government area, including Banki. The order was issued after due consultations with security agencies in the state. In a statement on Saturday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda […]

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54 h. ago I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi

By John Ogunsemore A Professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi said he is past the stage of running for public office or gunning for government appointment or contract. Utomi, 69, stated this as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Friday. He said, “Let me state clearly: I will not run for public […] The post I won’t run for office, accept any govt appointment in Nigeria again – Utomi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago How UTME candidate recruited blind agent to write exam – JAMB

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed that a blind candidate hired a fellow blind man to impersonate him for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB Registrar Prof Ishaq Oloyede, who spoke at a press briefing on Friday, disclosed that the blind impersonator is an undergraduate. Oloyede stated that the board […] The post How UTME candidate recruited blind agent to write exam – JAMB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago 2027: Soludo lacks capacity to adopt Tinubu as APGA presidential candidate –Okorie

From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The founding National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Chekwas Okorie, has berated the Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, for assuring President Bola Tinubu of his adoption as APGA’s presidential candidate in 2027. Soludo had given the assurance to the President on Thursday when Tinubu visited the […] The post 2027: Soludo lacks capacity to adopt Tinubu as APGA presidential candidate –Okorie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago 2025 UTME: 41, 027 underage candidates registered, 467 passed – JAMB

•Says 50 caught cheating From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), on Friday, provided details of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results it released earlier in the week. JAMB Registrar, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, at a press conference in Abuja, noted that as earlier approved by the Minister of Education, […] The post 2025 UTME: 41, 027 underage candidates registered, 467 passed – JAMB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago FG Kicks Off $500m Irrigation, Hydropower Schemes In 17 States

Federal government has launched the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) project, a $500 million initiative aimed at transforming the country’s irrigation and hydropower sectors. The minister of water resources and sanitation, Professor Joseph Utsev, who chairs the committee, disclosed this at the inaugural meeting of the project steering committee in Abuja yesterday. Prof. […]

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