2 h. ago 2027 Election: I Have What It Takes To Become Nigeria’s President — Gov Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that he has what it takes to lead Nigeria as president in 2027. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television, the Governor noted that he has accomplished more than just serving as the leader of the state. Makinde said: “I don’t have any doubt that I […] The post 2027 Election: I Have What It Takes To Become Nigeria’s President — Gov Seyi Makinde appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago ‘Deal with social media as terrorist organisation,’ Sultan tells security agencies

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar III, has declared social media a “terrorist organisation” during a speech on Wednesday, urging security agencies to address its dangers. In the remarks, captured in a video posted by News Central, the prominent Nigerian traditional leader criticised the platform for spreading false narratives that can destabilise society. “What Read More

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3 h. ago Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom

By Damiete Braide The pan-Nigerian socio-political group, Afenifere, has raised serious concerns over what it describes as the systematic “destructuring” of Nigeria’s federal foundations under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a strongly worded statement signed by its leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, and National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, Afenifere expressed alarm at […] The post Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago N1.3trn CBEX Scam: We Warned Nigerians Against Ponzi Schemes, Says EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its warnings to Nigerians about the dangers of Ponzi schemes, following the collapse of digital investment platform CryptoBank Exchange (CBEX), which has reportedly defrauded investors of over N1.3 trillion. Speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast show – ‘The Morning Brief’ – on Wednesday, EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, […]

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9 h. ago My complaints about APC issues were ignored by party leaders – El

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has disclosed that he spoke with leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) before his exit. El-Rufai, who dumped the ruling APC for the Social Democratic Party (SDP), said he was shunned when he complained about the party’s issues. In a recent interview with Deutsche Welle Hausa in Katsina, El-Rufai […] The post My complaints about APC issues were ignored by party leaders – El-Rufai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Shettima Launches 2.5m Jobs Scheme, Urges Nigerians To Embrace Opportunities At Home

Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), an initiative aimed at creating 2.5 million jobs across various sectors. Anchored on six pillars of employment opportunities, LEEP which was developed by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment is designed to tackle youth unemployment and position Nigeria as a competitive […]

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10 h. ago Experts Call For Enterprise Risk Mgt To Boost Nigeria’s Business Resilience

Risk professionals and executives have warned that weak risk culture and policy instability are undermining Nigeria’s business resilience, emphasizing the critical role of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in ensuring sustainable growth across sectors. The experts noted that fragmented risk approaches and regulatory misalignment expose firms to disruptions, urging businesses to integrate ERM into decision-making and […]

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10 h. ago NSDC, SINOMACH Seal $1bn Deal To Boost Nigeria’s Sugar Industry

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s state-owned conglomerate, SINOMACH, to develop a large-scale sugarcane cultivation and processing project in Nigeria with a target capacity of one million metric tonnes of sugar. The agreement, which is an early outcome of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership championed by […]

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14 h. ago NASENI’s NEDDI: Leading Nigeria’s Advancement In Engineering Innovation And Capital Goods Development

In an era characterized by rapid technological progress and industrial transformation, Nigeria is boldly forging ahead towards self-reliance and global competitiveness. At the forefront of this paradigm shift is the Nigerian Engineering Design Development Institute (NEDDI), one of the 12 divisions of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), entrusted with the task […]

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17 h. ago Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to politicians against actions that could destabilize Nigeria, particularly the alleged use of mercenaries to incite violence. Speaking in a meeting with the President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria on Tuesday, Godiya Bogoro, and other youth leaders from the North, the Governor stressed […] The post Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has warned against the importation of mercenaries to destabilise Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a visit from Comrade Godiya Adams Bogoro, President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria (NYAN), and 10 other Northern youth leaders, Okpebholo urged Nigerians to unite against […] The post Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Threaten Nigeria’s Oil Revenue — NMDPRA

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has raised the alarm over the potential threat posed to Nigeria’s oil revenue by renewed protectionist policies rolled out by United State President Donald Trump. NMDPRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, who addressed journalists at the State House on Tuesday, said Trump’s aggressive tariff regime targeting […]

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26 h. ago Tinubu Laying Foundation For Nigeria’s Prosperity, Says Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has said that President Bola Tinubu was laying a solid foundation for the country’s prosperity. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, on Tuesday, the Deputy President of the Senate urged all Nigerians to support the President in […]

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28 h. ago Nigeria Maritime Varsity Appoints Registrar, Other Principal Officers

The Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) has announced the appointment of three principal officers to key administrative roles. The Governing Council approved the appointments of Registrar, Librarian and Bursar at its 21st meeting held on April 15, 2025, in Warri, Delta State. The appointees are Paul Bebenimibo, Registrar; Abduldayan Fatimah Jibril, Librarian; and Gbe Tamaraudebaemi Justin […]

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30 h. ago We’re not against men in politics – Munira first female majority leader in N/West

We’ll benefit more from inclusive government – Deputy gov From Sola Ojo, Abuja The first female Majority Leader in the Kaduna State House of Assembly (KSHA) and North-West assemblies, Hon Munira Suleiman Tanimu has said women in politics are not there to work against men politicians. She said rather, they are there to offer their […] The post We’re not against men in politics – Munira first female majority leader in N/West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Utaka Urges Super Eagles Not To Give Up Hope For 2026 World Cup Qualification”

Former Nigerian international John Utaka has urged the Super Eagles players to remain determined and optimistic about qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. South Africa currently leads Group C with 13 points, while Nigeria finds itself in fourth place with seven points, just one point behind second-placed Rwanda and third-placed Benin, both of whom have […]

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34 h. ago Nigeria Must Address Key Challenges For $1trn Goal – UBA GMD

The group managing director of United Bank for Africa, Oliver Alawuba has said Nigeria needs to take deliberate efforts to address major challenges facing the country, including insecurity, high inflation pressure, enhancing ease of doing business and access to finance for her to achieve the $1 trillion economy target of the current administration. The UBA […]

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34 h. ago Nigeria Air Traffic Engineers Can’t Achieve Excellence – President

The National Association of Air Traffic Engineers (NAAE) has raised the alarm that Air Traffic Engineers cannot deliver the level of excellence the aviation sector demands. The president of NAAE, Seizling Miri, who spoke at NAAE’s Lagos Branch AGM, lamented that many engineers were overstretched, saying cases of continuous shifts and repeat of duty rosters […]

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35 h. ago Nigeria Records $9bn Post Harvest Loss Annually – Varsity Don

The Agric Business Incubation Centre director at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Philips Nto, has said the country records about $9bn in post-harvest losses annually. Nto made the statement while speaking to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, Abia State capital, on mitigating food insecurity in the country as the farming season has begun in […]

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39 h. ago FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has lauded Cross River State for its proactive efforts in combating climate change and raising awareness about its impact, aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF),George Akume, delivered this commendation during a courtesy visit by contestants of the 2025 Miss Africa […] The post FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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