64 m. ago PICTORIAL: Kano Police Launch ‘Operation Kukan Kura’, Arrest 98 Suspects

The Kano State Police Command has launched a special security initiative tagged ‘Operation Kukan Kura,’ resulting in the arrest of 98 suspects across the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, made the disclosure during a press briefing at the Bompai Police Headquarters on Thursday, where he also highlighted the Command’s strategies and […]

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3 h. ago Visa Policy: Nigerian Gov’t To Curb US Visa Overstays As Minister Meets American Envoy

In response to the recent shift in United States visa policy for Nigerian citizens, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has pledged stronger oversight to curb visa overstays and enhance compliance with international travel protocols. The Minister made this known following a high-level meeting with the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, on Wednesday […]

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4 h. ago Why We’re Pushing For New State, LGs In Benue South – Agbese

Deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has justified the quest for an additional state and local government areas from the Benue South Senatorial District (Zone C). He said the move would bring governance closer to the people, enhance service delivery, increase economic opportunities and promote accountability and transparency at the grassroots […]

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5 h. ago Enugu Air: Gov Mbah opens floodgate of economic prosperity — Ohanaeze youths

Tribune Online Enugu Air: Gov Mbah opens floodgate of economic prosperity — Ohanaeze youths “This is the first of its kind in the South-East, and just the second in..." Enugu Air: Gov Mbah opens floodgate of economic prosperity — Ohanaeze youths Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Again, South Korea’s Ousted President Yeol Detained Over Martial Law Declaration

South Korea’s former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was detained for a second time on Thursday as prosecutors intensified their investigation into his failed attempt to impose martial law, plunging the country into political turmoil. Yoon, 64, was accused of attempting to subvert civilian rule by ordering armed troops to storm parliament on December 3, 2024, […]

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6 h. ago PAACA Commends MacArthur Foundation For Supporting Civic Awareness In Nigeria

The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA), a civil society organisation (CSO), has commended the MacArthur Foundation for its sustained support in deepening Nigeria’s electoral integrity and civic awareness. Ezenwa Nwagwu, executive director of PAACA, spoke in Abuja on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to the MacArthur Foundation country office to present the […]

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7 h. ago Presidential Aide Tackles Boss Mustapha Over ‘Tinubu Didn’t Make Buhari President’ Comment

Temitope Ajayi, media aide to President Bola Tinubu, has tackled the immediate-past Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SSG), Boss Mustapha, over the latter’s revelation that Tinubu did not make Muhammadu Buhari president in 2015. Mustapha made the remark at a book launch in Abuja on Wednesday. The book was authored by one of […]

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7 h. ago FG laying foundation to clamp down on opposition leaders – ADC

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said claims by President Bola Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, that the opposition is plotting to topple the Federal Government before the 2027 polls is a ploy by the government to clamp down on opposition leaders. The ADC, in a statement by its interim National Publicity […] The post FG laying foundation to clamp down on opposition leaders – ADC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Dangote Expands Petrol Export Footprint To Namibia With 1.6m Barrels Facility

Dangote petroleum refinery is planning to construct storage tanks in Namibia to hold at least 1.6 million barrels of petrol and diesel to supply refined fuel to southern Africa The move underscores the refinery’s ambition to dominate fuel supply in Africa and beyond, potentially reshaping energy trade flows in the region and boosting access to […]

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10 h. ago How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman

Tribune Online How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman Mogaji Gboyega Adejumo is the South West Chairman of The Patriots coordinating committee preparing the list of delegates for next week’s constitutional summit. In this interview by KUNLE ODEREMI, he sheds light on the goal of the summit, the vision of the elders and leaders of thought, and their quest for a new Nigeria. Preparations […] How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman Tribune Online

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11 h. ago At Garba Shehu’s Book Launch, Tinubu Says He’ll Consolidate Buhari’s Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the efforts of his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, assuring all Nigerians that the reform-oriented path the immediate past leader initiated will be consolidated and strengthened under his administration. Tinubu stated this during the launch of a book titled “According to the President: lessons from a presidential spokesman’s experience” by […]

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14 h. ago FG laying foundation to clampdown on opposition leaders – ADC

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said claims by President Bola Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, that the opposition is plotting to topple the Federal Government before the 2027 polls is a ploy by the government to clampdown on  opposition leaders. The ADC, in a statement by its interim National Publicity Secretary, […] The post FG laying foundation to clampdown on opposition leaders – ADC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Kenneth Okonkwo Backs Atiku, Says Tinubu Will Win In 2027 If Coalition Present Peter Obi

Former spokesperson for Peter Obi has insisted that President Bola Tinubu will retain power in 2027 if African Democratic Congress present a southern candidate as its presidential flag bearer. The veteran Nollywood actor noted that the ADC should present a northern political heavyweight like ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, Aminu Tambuwal, among others. Speaking during […] The post Kenneth Okonkwo Backs Atiku, Says Tinubu Will Win In 2027 If Coalition Present Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Delineation: Delta Communities Threaten To Disrupt Oil Facilities Over Alleged Marginalisation

Ogbe-Ijoh oil producing communities in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, have threatened to disrupt further flow of oil and gas from the communities, if the injustice against them are not addressed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the shortchanged delineation of wards in their local government. This threat is […]

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19 h. ago BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties

Tribune Online BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Edun emphasised that Nigeria is firmly open for business, highlighting macroeconomic stability and ongoing reforms as a foundation for sustainable private-sector-led growth. BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Climate Change: Federal Gov’t Blames Deforestation, Urges Policy Support

The Federal Government has called for stakeholders’ engagement in tackling climate change for sustainable development. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the call when a delegation from African Centre for Climate Actions and Rural Development Initiative (ACCARD) led by Freeman Elohor Oluowo in company of the African Climate Foundation […]

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24 h. ago WFP, UNICEF launch N35.9bn peacebuilding programme for Borno and Yobe

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri The World Food Programme (WFP) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have launched a 20 million euro (over N35.893 billion) programme to support peace-building and help people in Borno and Yobe states overcome the impact of over a decade violence. WFP Country Director in Nigeria, Mr David Stevenson announced at […] The post WFP, UNICEF launch N35.9bn peacebuilding programme for Borno and Yobe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Delta Ijaw communities accuse INEC of compromise in electoral wards allocation, threaten shutdown of oil facilities

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Ogbe-Ijoh Kingdom Oil Producing Communities in Delta State have accused some officers of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) of allegedly compromising the Supreme Court ordered electoral wards delineation in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.  Addressing a press conference on Tuesday in Tekedor/Kusimi Community, also […] The post Delta Ijaw communities accuse INEC of compromise in electoral wards allocation, threaten shutdown of oil facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities

To launch 24/7 cybercrime response centre From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 146 foreign nationals allegedly involved in one of the biggest international cybercrime syndicates operating in the country. EFCC Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, who disclosed this Tuesday, at the 2025 National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja, said the […] The post EFCC arrests 146 foreign cybercriminals using Nigerian identities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Plateau: OPSH Warns Against Unauthorised Operations By Vigilante Groups

The Special Task Force code-named Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) in charge of security in Plateau and Bauchi States, and some parts of Southern Kaduna, has warned vigilante groups and individuals within the States against conducting unauthorised security operations by Vigilante groups without prior coordination with security forces. OPSH, in a statement issued in Jos, Plateau […]

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