38 m. ago Tinubu tasks next generation of Africans to rise with courage

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Africa’s next generation, particularly in science, technology, education, governance, entrepreneurship, and the arts, to rise courageously and contribute to a united, peaceful, and prosperous continent. Represented by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Tinubu spoke as the special guest of honour at the […] The post Tinubu tasks next generation of Africans to rise with courage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Anambra 2025: Quash your Anambra dream – Market leader to APC

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Amid President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Anambra State, Chief Jude Nwankwo, a prominent market leader known as Jollity, has advised All Progressives Congress (APC) supporters to abandon their ambitions of capturing the state’s government house in Agu Awka. Nwankwo, President General of the Building Material International Market Association, Ogidi, and Patron […] The post Anambra 2025: Quash your Anambra dream – Market leader to APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Godwin Ityoachimin, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Benue State, has called for urgent urban renewal and infrastructural development in major cities like Makurdi, Gboko, and Otukpo to attract private sector investment. Ityoachimin, a retired director in the Federal Ministry of Works and a 2027 governorship hopeful, criticised […] The post Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Kemi Badenoch seeks tougher UK visa rules, deportation of foreign criminals

By Seyi Babalola The head of the UK Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour administration to embrace the Conservatives’ proposed deportation law to restrict immigration. Kemi Badenoch posted a video on her official X (previously Twitter) account, warning of growing immigration. She suggested that if no action is taken soon, […] The post Kemi Badenoch seeks tougher UK visa rules, deportation of foreign criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Enugu North stakeholders laud Mbah’s inclusive leadership, urge continuity

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Stakeholders from Enugu North Senatorial District, also known as Nsukka Zone, have praised Governor Peter Mbah for his inclusive governance and urged him to continue his widely appreciated developmental agenda. They noted his achievements, particularly the establishment of projects in each of the 102 wards in the zone. The commendations were […] The post Enugu North stakeholders laud Mbah’s inclusive leadership, urge continuity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago In First Sunday Address, Pope Leo XIV Seeks Peace, Vows To Uphold Predecessor’s Legacy

In his first Sunday blessing since his election as Catholic Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV issued a powerful appeal to world leaders, calling for an end to global conflict and the pursuit of lasting peace. Speaking from the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St Peter’s Square, the newly elected Pontiff addressed thousands gathered below, urging […]

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7 h. ago NIS Inducts 39 Fellows, Urges Tech Adoption, Cautions On Safety

The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) has confirmed 39 new Fellows at its 2025 Board of Fellows Investiture Ceremony in Akure, Ondo State, calling on members to adopt modern technology and remain vigilant amid growing security threats. In his address, NIS President, Matthew Ibitoye, stressed the indispensable role of surveyors across various sectors, from infrastructure […]

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7 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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9 h. ago Companies Worried About Macroeconomic Volatility, Inflation Rate

A rising number of companies and Nigerian chief executive officers (CEOs) are increasingly concerned about inflation and a widening skills gap, according to the PwC 28th Annual Global CEO Survey: Nigerian Perspective. The report, released by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), highlighted that economic uncertainty, rising operational costs, and a fast-changing labour market were major challenges for business […]

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10 h. ago Kemi Badenouch Seeks Step To Trigger Mass Deportation From UK

United Kingdom’s Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, has urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government to adopt her party’s deportation bill to bring down immigration. In a video posted on her X handle, she warned that about two million immigrants would claim British citizenship next year, and urged Starmer to adopt the Conservative Party’s deportation bill. […]

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10 h. ago Air Peace evacuates 78 trafficked Nigerian women from Côte d’Ivoire

  By Chinelo Obogo   Air Peace on Sunday, May 10, 2025, successfully repatriated 78 Nigerian women who had fallen victim to human trafficking in Côte d’Ivoire. The free evacuation flight, operated on the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft, departed Lagos at 14:14 hours and returned from Abidjan’s Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport at 22:46 hours. This […] The post Air Peace evacuates 78 trafficked Nigerian women from Côte d’Ivoire appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Anambra 2025: Muoghalu vows to change perception of politicians

…Says people see govt as fraud, politicians as dishonest   With the Anambra State governorship election barely six months away, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, Chief George Muoghalu has reiterated that Governor Charles Soludo should vacate the seat to allow a better leader to take over. Chief Muoghalu who spoke to journalists at his Uruagu […] The post Anambra 2025: Muoghalu vows to change perception of politicians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 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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16 h. ago Working alone, PDP can’t dislodge APC in 2027 – Nwobu, party’s ex

Says unbridled ambition of chieftains greatest hindrance to achieving goal   From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu is the former chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State and currently the Secretary, PDP Elders Council. He is a consummate politician who has been engaged in various public assignments. In this interview, he talks […] The post Working alone, PDP can’t dislodge APC in 2027 – Nwobu, party’s ex-Anambra chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Prospects And Challenges of Railway Transportation In Nigeria

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) recently announced a 72-hour suspension of operations along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor following a major engine failure that left passengers stranded in a remote, dangerously forested area in Kogi State. The NRC management admitted to multiple technical shortcomings, including the breakdown of the main train engine and a failed emergency […]

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16 h. ago Security Challenges: We Need State Police Now, Northern Governors, Monarchs Tell NASS

In the face of recurring violence, terrorism, and banditry that have claimed countless lives and displaced thousands of their people, the state governors and traditional rulers in northern Nigeria have called for the creation of state police. Governors of the 19 northern states and chairpersons of the Traditional Rulers Council in the region urged the […]

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21 h. ago Northern Governors, traditional rulers meet over rising insecurity, demand urgent action

Governors of the 19 Northern states, under the umbrella of NGF, on Saturday met with members of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council. read more Northern Governors, traditional rulers meet over rising insecurity, demand urgent action

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21 h. ago Northern governors, traditional rulers call for state police creation

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe, and Noah Ebije, Kaduna Northern governors and traditional rulers have endorsed the establishment of state police to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, urging the National Assembly to expedite the necessary legal framework. The resolution emerged from a joint meeting of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and the 19 Northern States […] The post Northern governors, traditional rulers call for state police creation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Constitute Cross River Sports Council Board now Expert tells Governor Otu

Stakeholders in the sports sector have urged Governor Bassey Otu to immediately constitute the Cross River State Sports Council Board read more Constitute Cross River Sports Council Board now Expert tells Governor Otu

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23 h. ago “Be Responsible, Don’t Spoil Nigeria’s Image In Saudi Arabia” — Shettima Begs Pilgrims

Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has urged intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj to be of good conduct, and protect good image of the country in Saudi Arabia. VP Shettima on Friday, gave the the advice during the inauguration of the first batch of pilgrims at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo. He […] The post “Be Responsible, Don’t Spoil Nigeria’s Image In Saudi Arabia” — Shettima Begs Pilgrims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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