38 m. ago FCT Council Polls: INEC To Publish Candidates’ Biodata Monday

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it will publish the personal details of candidates for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026, on Monday. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun disclosed this at the end of the Commission’s regular weekly meeting in […]

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3 h. ago NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe as Chairman-designate of the Commission’s Board, alongside other designate Board members and members of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) Board, as a major step towards accelerating […] The post NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

Nigeria’s industrial sector has been seen as performing below expectations, posing a substantial threat to the country’s economic growth prospects, read more Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

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5 h. ago Why Nigerians need safety nets amid Tinubu’s reforms – Okonjo

The Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged the Nigerian government to put safety nets in place to cushion the effects of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. Okonjo-Iweala stated this after meeting with President Tinubu at the Aso Villa in Abuja on Thursday. While commending Tinubu for the economic […] The post Why Nigerians need safety nets amid Tinubu’s reforms – Okonjo-Iweala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 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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8 h. ago Aregbesola Leads ADC Membership Drive, Calls For End To APC Rule In 2027

Former Minister of Interior and African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, flagged off a membership drive in Kosofe LGA on Wednesday. He urged Nigerians to vote out the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Addressing party supporters at the event, Aregbesola criticized major political parties, saying, “The APC, Peoples Democratic […] The post Aregbesola Leads ADC Membership Drive, Calls For End To APC Rule In 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago VIDEO: I’ll deliver 2.5 million votes for Tinubu in 2027 — Gov Okpebholo

Tribune Online VIDEO: I’ll deliver 2.5 million votes for Tinubu in 2027 — Gov Okpebholo According to him, Tinubu’s leadership has addressed the nation’s economic challenges, pointing to the recently assented tax reform bills as evidence of progress. VIDEO: I’ll deliver 2.5 million votes for Tinubu in 2027 — Gov Okpebholo Tribune Online

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11 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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12 h. ago 2025 AfroBasket: Nigeria’s D’Tigers Cruise Winning Start, Outclass Madagascar 77–59

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, commenced their 2025 AfroBasket campaign in style with a convincing 77–59 victory over Madagascar in Luanda, Angola, yesterday . The win marks a positive start for the 2015 champions as they aim to reclaim the continental title. The game opened with a strong performance from both teams, but the […]

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12 h. ago Kwam 1 Ambassadorship Will Encourage Misconduct At Airports — Ex

Dachung Bagos says passengers will start misbehaving on aircraft because there is no stiff penalty for bad behaviour. The post Kwam 1 Ambassadorship Will Encourage Misconduct At Airports — Ex-Lawmaker appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago We’re Ready For 2027, Not Intimidated By ADC, LP, Others – APC Youth Leader

National youth leader of the All Progressives Congress(APC) Dayo Israel has declared that young people in the party were ready for the 2027 general elections and would work hard for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and other candidates of the party. Israel said, APC youth wing is not intimidated by young supporters of the […]

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14 h. ago Osun 2026: INEC seeks media support in campaign against vote buying

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sought the support of the media in the campaign against vote buying to ensure the success of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Mutiu Agboke, who gave the assurance at the state office of the commission during the […] The post Osun 2026: INEC seeks media support in campaign against vote buying appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Why Peter Obi will not get PDP, ADC, LP presidential ticket – Presidency

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has declared that Peter Obi will not get the presidential ticket of the Labour Party (LP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), or the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 election. Bwala, who appeared on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Wednesday, stated that Obi […] The post Why Peter Obi will not get PDP, ADC, LP presidential ticket – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago How a conservationist is working to save rare chimpanzees, monkeys in Nigeria

Tribune Online How a conservationist is working to save rare chimpanzees, monkeys in Nigeria Rachel Ikemeh never expected to work in nature conservation but her efforts have helped to bring the rare and critically endangered Niger Delta Red Colobus monkey back from the brink of extinction. Growing up as part of a typical middle-class family in a small township in northern Nigeria, wildlife and natural areas – never mind […] How a conservationist is working to save rare chimpanzees, monkeys in Nigeria Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

The past year has handed Nigeria’s state and local governments a fiscal windfall unmatched in recent history. The removal of read more Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

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20 h. ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments

• KWAM 1 named aviation ambassador despite airport mess From Sola Ojo, Abuja An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court has struck out unruly behaviour and assault charges brought against an Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmason, following police’s withdrawal of the case. On August 11, Emmason was remanded in a correctional centre over a five-count charge of unruly […] The post Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has dismissed the possibility of the Obidient Movement posing any form of threat to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Israel spoke at a press conference in Abuja while parading newsmen around the newly-built […] The post 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy 

Tribune Online Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy  The All Progressives Congress (APC) and its youth group in Ekiti State have passed a vote of confidence in the Deputy Governor of the State, Chief Monisade Afuye.  In a release signed by the State Publicity Secretary of APC, Segun Dipe, the Party described Mrs Afuye as a party faithful, qualified, competent and loyal representative […] Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy  Tribune Online

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