2 h. ago Edo: Okpebholo approves ₦1 billion annual bursary for tertiary students

By Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the sum of ₦1 billion as bursary support for students of Edo State origin in tertiary institutions across the country. The Governor, during a town hall meeting with young people in Edo State recently, pledged to look into a passionate request made by various […] The post Edo: Okpebholo approves ₦1 billion annual bursary for tertiary students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ondo: Police dismantle robbery syndicate, arrest murder suspect

Tribune Online Ondo: Police dismantle robbery syndicate, arrest murder suspect The Ondo State Police Command has said significant security breakthroughs have been recorded in the state in the last two weeks, including the arrest of a notorious armed robbery syndicate, suspected cultists, and fraudsters. Ondo: Police dismantle robbery syndicate, arrest murder suspect Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NIPOST refutes report linking it to drug trafficking claims under Tinubu administration

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has denied allegations that Nigerian courier services have been transporting hard drugs since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office. In a statement issued over the weekend and signed by its spokesperson, Franklin Alao, the Service described the headline of the report titled “Nigerian courier services easily […] The post NIPOST refutes report linking it to drug trafficking claims under Tinubu administration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago (ICYMI) 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition

Tribune Online (ICYMI) 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition As the coalition party continues to gather momentum across the country, there seem to be more possible alignments and realignments across party lines (ICYMI) 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Kukah Centre To Train 200 Guards On Grassroots Security In Sokoto

The Kukah Centre has launched a strategic initiative to strengthen grassroots security in Sokoto State by training 200 members of the state’s Community Guards. The programme is targeted at enhancing the skills and effectiveness of the guards and enabling better collaboration with conventional security agencies. Director of the Kukah Centre, Reverend Father Atta Barkindo, speaking […]

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10 h. ago No Plan To Replace Ailing Deputy Gov With Lawson – Taraba Govt

The Taraba State government has said the deployment of Dr Lawson Emmanuel to the ailing deputy governor’s office is neither a replacement nor a usurpation of the deputy governor’s mandate but a stop-gap measure to ensure that the office continues to function effectively in the interest of governance and service delivery to the people of […]

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10 h. ago South East Leaders Open To Dialogue Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Release – Umahi

Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has clarified that the South East is not demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu as a condition for supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Saturday, Umahi stated that while the region remains concerned about Kanu’s continued detention, it does not consider his release a […] The post South East Leaders Open To Dialogue Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Release – Umahi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago A Legacy of Quiet Impact: Remembering Barrister Clement Oyedele Akintola

One year after his passing, the name Barrister Clement Oyedele Akintola-Arikawe continues to open doors and inspire excellence. On Thursday, read more A Legacy of Quiet Impact: Remembering Barrister Clement Oyedele Akintola-Arikawe

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12 h. ago SheCan urges women to leverage collaboration, mentorship for personal development

SheCan, a gender-based organisation has urged women to leverage on collaboration and mentorship for personal development and career progression, both read more SheCan urges women to leverage collaboration, mentorship for personal development

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13 h. ago Truce of fluke? As PDP’s sudden rapprochement brings more questions than answers

Tribune Online Truce of fluke? As PDP’s sudden rapprochement brings more questions than answers The recent 100th NEC meeting of the PDP ended with warring blocs sheathing their swords in pursuit of party unity. However, with some of the party members still openly romancing the ruling All Progressives Congress and others already pledging allegiance to African Democratic Congress, PHILIP IBITOYE examines whether the recently declared truce in the PDP […] Truce of fluke? As PDP’s sudden rapprochement brings more questions than answers Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Stakeholders demand port taskforce to tackle $9bn annual Maritime sector loss

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime sector have called for the inauguration of a port sector economic taskforce, warning that continued underenforcement read more Stakeholders demand port taskforce to tackle $9bn annual Maritime sector loss

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21 h. ago 40 Ghanaian Victims Rescued As Police Bust Human Trafficking Syndicate In Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has dismantled a transnational human trafficking syndicate operating in Akure, the state capital, and rescued 40 Ghanaian nationals allegedly trafficked into Nigeria under false pretences. The police said the rescue operation was carried out by the Tactical Intelligence Response Squad (TIRS) following a petition forwarded through the INTERPOL Liaison Office […]

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22 h. ago N’Assembly to transmit constitution review report to State Assemblies by December

The National Assembly has pledged to transmit the report of the ongoing constitution review exercise to all 36 state Houses read more N’Assembly to transmit constitution review report to State Assemblies by December

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22 h. ago PHOTOS: Flood wreaks havoc in Ondo communities, destroys properties

Tribune Online PHOTOS: Flood wreaks havoc in Ondo communities, destroys properties A devastating flood has wreaked havoc in Okitipupa, the headquarters of Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, submerging major roads and streets after three consecutive days PHOTOS: Flood wreaks havoc in Ondo communities, destroys properties Tribune Online

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23 h. ago 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition

Tribune Online 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition As the coalition party continues to gather momentum across the country, there seem to be more possible alignments and realignments across party lines 2027: Politicians with presidential ambition in ADC Coalition Tribune Online

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25 h. ago FG pledges to deepen invest, harvest potential in fashion industry

From Okwe Obi The federal government has announced plans to invest and harness the potential of the fashion industry to reduce unemployment. The government, through the Technical Advisor to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Industrial Training and Development, Dr Tayo Bashir, made the commitment at a fashion industry stakeholders’ engagement with the […] The post FG pledges to deepen invest, harvest potential in fashion industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago FG pledges to deepen investment, harness potential in fashion industry

From Okwe Obi The federal government has announced plans to invest and harness the potential of the fashion industry to reduce unemployment. The government, through the Technical Advisor to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Industrial Training and Development, Dr Tayo Bashir, made the commitment at a fashion industry stakeholders’ engagement with the […] The post FG pledges to deepen investment, harness potential in fashion industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms

By Lukman Olabiyi Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Dr Monday Ubani has strongly criticised the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for what he described as its continued silence on the deteriorating welfare and professional conditions of lawyers across the country. In a statement titled “Reinventing the Nigerian Bar Association: Urgent imperatives for reformative and caring leadership,” […] The post Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Ondo: Police rescue 40 trafficked Ghanaians, dismantle human trafficking syndicate

Tribune Online Ondo: Police rescue 40 trafficked Ghanaians, dismantle human trafficking syndicate Tragedy struck Yakasai Quarters in Kano Municipal Local Government Area in the early hours of Friday following a violent home invasion by suspected armed robbers, which left at least three people with gunshot wounds. Ondo: Police rescue 40 trafficked Ghanaians, dismantle human trafficking syndicate Tribune Online

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27 h. ago “You Can’t Serve Two Masters” – Bode George Slams Atiku, PDP Over ADC Move

Former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Bode George, has criticised party members backing the ADC-led coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Friday, George called out former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other PDP leaders for maintaining dual political allegiances. He said their continued presence in […] The post “You Can’t Serve Two Masters” – Bode George Slams Atiku, PDP Over ADC Move appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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