4 h. ago Nigeria rejects designation of APC, PDP as ‘terrorist organisations’ by Canadian court

By Chinelo Obogo The Federal Government of Nigeria has rejected the designation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as terrorist organisations by a Canadian court. Reacting to the case involving a Nigerian, Douglas Egharevba, who arrived in Canada in September 2017 and applied for inland refugee status under […] The post Nigeria rejects designation of APC, PDP as ‘terrorist organisations’ by Canadian court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has rejected the Federal Government’s Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) programme, describing it as a distraction and a scheme that could perpetually enslave workers. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NAAT President, Ibeji Nwokoma, said members of the association do not require loans […] The post Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government, on Thursday, launched the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a scheme designed to offer loan opportunities to staff of government-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Surprisingly, some university-based unions, particularly the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), whose members are […] The post ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade

Captain of Nigeria’s women’s national football team, Rasheedat Ajibade, has disclosed that the Super Falcons are yet to receive the $100,000 cash gift promised to them by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu had announced the monetary reward during a reception to honour the team for winning this year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. […] The post WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago IPAC Writes RSIEC Chairman, Rejects August 30 Rivers LG Elections

The Inter-Party Advisory Council of Nigeria (IPAC), the umbrella body of all registered political parties in the country, has formally rejected the upcoming Rivers State Local Government Area and Councillorship Elections scheduled for August 30, 2025, citing constitutional violations and the ongoing state of emergency in the state. In a strongly worded letter addressed to […]

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36 h. ago We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has revealed that the team has yet to receive the promised $100,000 reward, as well as other commitments made by the Federal Government, following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade expressed disappointment over […] The post We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias

Abasi People Foundation (APF) has issued a stern call to the leadership of the National Assembly to withdraw a bill seeking to establish a National Council of Traditional Rulers with permanent co-chairmanship granted to the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife. In a letter addressed to Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of […] The post APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told

Tribune Online Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Proprietor of Baptist Academy Kano, Rev Armstrong Ajayi has urged parents to allow their children to go for the courses of their choice and desist from forcing them to offer courses they dislike.  Rev Ajayi, gave the counsel at the graduation ceremony of the academy held on the school premises as part of activities marking […] Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Tribune Online

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54 h. ago NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears

Tribune Online NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears After carefully perusing the document on the TISSF loan, NAAT views it as a distraction and therefore rejects it.... NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears Tribune Online

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56 h. ago Taraba Deputy Governor’s long absence: I have no hidden agenda – Gov Kefas

 … APC counters   By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Amid controversy surrounding the over Eight months absence of the Taraba State deputy Governor, the State Governor Agbu Kefas has said that he has no hidden agenda in handling the situation.   The governor who gave the clarification on Tuesday evening while addressing a press briefing said that […] The post Taraba Deputy Governor’s long absence: I have no hidden agenda – Gov Kefas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago “Stop Misleading Nigerians, Tinubu Has No Grip On EFCC” — Lagos APC To Atiku

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Atiku had alleged that the Presidency is using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intimidate opposition figures ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement on Tuesday the APC’s Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, described […] The post “Stop Misleading Nigerians, Tinubu Has No Grip On EFCC” — Lagos APC To Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 h. ago BBNaija S10: Joanna rejects Victory’s advances, chooses individuality over romance

Tribune Online BBNaija S10: Joanna rejects Victory’s advances, chooses individuality over romance Big Brother Naija season 10 housemate, Joanna, has declined a romantic proposal from fellow housemate Victory, insisting she wants to maintain her independence in the house. BBNaija S10: Joanna rejects Victory’s advances, chooses individuality over romance Tribune Online

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59 h. ago 36 Years After Okwaraji’s Tragic Death, Siasia Advocates Improved Player Safety In Football

In a poignant reflection, 36 years after the untimely death of former Nigerian international Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, his teammate and ex-Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, has expressed his belief that Okwaraji could still be alive today had proper first-aid been administered at the time of the incident. Okwaraji, who tragically succumbed to congestive heart failure […]

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59 h. ago Tackle Issues Plaguing Nigeria’s Football To Attract Investors, NFF, Others Urged

To gain private sector confidence and attract high-profile investors, Nigeria’s football industry must address and cleanse itself of the numerous issues affecting the nation’s football landscape, according to Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, the former chairman of Gombe United FC and a prominent sports critic. In a chat with LEADERSHIP Sports regarding the management of football […]

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63 h. ago NFF lauds Carloha’s role in advancing sports as firm hosts Super Falcons

By Moses Akaigwe In a display of national pride and support for Nigerian sports, Carloha Nigeria, the exclusive distributor and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has hosted the victorious Super Falcons at its state-of-the-art showroom in Alapere, Lagos. The celebratory event followed the Falcons’ historic triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations […] The post NFF lauds Carloha’s role in advancing sports as firm hosts Super Falcons appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Ibom Air saga: NBA rejects passenger’s life ban, Obi furious

By Chinelo Obogo and Godwin Tsa Abuja Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has slammed the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) for imposing a ‘No Fly’ life ban on an Ibom Air passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, for unruly behaviour. Similarly, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) condemned both the Ibom Air and the AON, describing their […] The post Ibom Air saga: NBA rejects passenger’s life ban, Obi furious appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles

The Digital Shift in Nigerian Football Coverage In recent years, football coverage in Nigeria has undergone a remarkable digital transformation. Gone are the days when fans relied solely on radio commentary or next-day newspaper match reports. The rise of mobile technology and high-speed internet means that millions of supporters can now follow every pass, tackle, […] The post How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago How To Prove Slovenian Ancestry: A Legal And Practical Guide

Many individuals of Slovenian origin may qualify for citizenship by repatriation. This pathway is based not on residence or integration, but on verified bloodline. It offers the chance to reconnect with national roots and reclaim a Slovenian passport. However, eligibility depends on specific legal criteria. Ancestral ties alone are not enough. Applicants must meet documentary […]

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