63 m. ago INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated it has not resolved the ongoing leadership disputes within the Labour Party (LP) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following recent Supreme Court judgments. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, through Chief Press Secretary Rotimi Oyekanmi, debunked media reports claiming the commission recognised specific individuals as […] The post INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 m. ago Senate Passes 2 Remaining Tax Reform Bills, Recommends Tax Tribunal

The Senate on Thursday passed the remaining two of President Bola Tinubu’s four tax reform bills, in a move widely hailed as a significant step toward modernising Nigeria’s fiscal system. The Nigeria Tax Administration Bill and the Nigeria Tax Bill were passed after a detailed clause-by-clause consideration during plenary, with contentious provisions removed. Senate President […]

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67 m. ago ‘It’s A Great Honour For America’, Trump Hails Pope Leo XIV’s Historic Emergence

United States President Donald Trump has reacted to the emergence of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 266th Catholic Pontiff, saying the development was a great honour for America. President Trump, who took to his verified social media handles on Thursday evening shortly after the announcement of the new Pope, also said that he looked […]

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96 m. ago Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has extended his warm congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, on his election as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church. In a statement released on Wednesday, Senator Kalu described the emergence […] The post Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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99 m. ago Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has signed a law establishing five autonomous communities in Effium, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, to foster lasting peace amid a conflict between Effium indigenes and Ezza-Effium residents since January 2021. The clash, sparked by a leadership dispute at Effium Market, has claimed numerous lives and destroyed […] The post Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago House of Representatives advances bill to boost emergency response

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives passed a bill for second reading on Thursday, May 8, to enhance Nigeria’s emergency response to disasters such as drought, desertification, flooding, coastal erosion, dam failures, building collapses, and oil spills. Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and six others, including Amobi Ogah, the bill seeks to […] The post House of Representatives advances bill to boost emergency response appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Understanding the role of Family Office in Nigeria’s hospitality industry

The roles of estate & hospitality managers (EHMs) and lifestyle managers (LMs) are steadily gaining recognition as occupations under family read more Understanding the role of Family Office in Nigeria’s hospitality industry

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2 h. ago BREAKING: History Made As American Robert Prevost Emerges New Pope

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Catholic Pontiff and successor to Pope Francis. He is to be officially known as Pope Leo XIV. The first American to occupy the extalted office, Prevost was the Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Bishops (Leader of the Vatican office for the appointment of Bishops). Details Later….

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3 h. ago “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court

By Godwin Tsa, Abuja Nnamdi Kanu, detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), denied any involvement in the violence and destruction during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests in Lagos State. Speaking via a video played during his ongoing terrorism trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, May 8, Kanu distanced […] The post “I swear I have no hand in Lagos #EndSARS riot,” Kanu tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria on Thursday, May 8, urging strict enforcement of the Child Rights Act and related laws to ensure children’s safety and dignity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first regional meeting of Africa Pathfinder Countries […] The post Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 98 suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated sting operations across Enugu and Kwara States. The Enugu Zonal Directorate apprehended 51 suspects, including three females, in the Premier Layout area of the Enugu State capital. Items recovered included 18 luxury cars, laptops, […] The post EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

3 h. ago “I Said The Truth, I’m Not Demarketing Nigeria, Efforts Of Our Heroes Now In Vain” — Obi Replies Sanwo

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has replied Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and other critics who accused him of demarketing Nigeria. Recall that Obi, in his recent engagement at Johns Hopkins University in the United States of America, described how Nigeria fell off economically within 25 years, leading to a massive increase […] The post “I Said The Truth, I’m Not Demarketing Nigeria, Efforts Of Our Heroes Now In Vain” — Obi Replies Sanwo-Olu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals

Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing social media activist VeryDarkMan, has shared an update after his client’s release by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. VeryDarkMan was detained by the anti-graft agency for five days before being granted bail. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, Adeyanju expressed […] The post “Despite Release, VeryDarkMan’s Phone, Car Still With EFCC” – Deji Adeyanju Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam

By Gabriel Dike Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has sustained its academic excellence with nine law graduates achieving First Class Honours in the November 2024 Nigerian Law School Bar Part II final examination. Dr Joshua Suleiman, BU’s Director of Communication and Public Relations, announced that the results, released by the Council of Legal Education, […] The post Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested a suspected traffic robber for allegedly stealing N20 million worth of hair from a moving truck on the CMS-Marina Bridge. In a statement on Thursday by the Command’s Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that a robbery syndicate member was apprehended in Marina’s car pack with a large sack […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Sam Mbakwe Airport hosts first international flight on May 9

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Sam Mbakwe International Airport in Owerri, Imo State, will host its inaugural international flight on May 9, nearly four decades after its establishment in 1983. The milestone follows extensive upgrades to the runway and facilities, including night landing capabilities, led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma. Imo State Commissioner for Information, […] The post Sam Mbakwe Airport hosts first international flight on May 9 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria clears off $3.4bn IMF loan in move to exit debt list

Nigeria has completed the payment of a $3.4 billion loan borrowed from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the COVID-19 read more Nigeria clears off $3.4bn IMF loan in move to exit debt list

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4 h. ago New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the 133 Cardinal electors have chosen a new read more New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

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4 h. ago Resolve LP issues before aspiring to lead Nigeria – Akpabio to Obi

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Peter Obi to resolve the issues within his party before aspiring to lead the country. Akpabio made the remark on Thursday during the valedictory session in honour of the late former Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South leader, Chief Edwin Clark. He was responding to Obi’s comment on the […] The post Resolve LP issues before aspiring to lead Nigeria – Akpabio to Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Foreign Herders Behind Attacks In Benue, Plateau, Others — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that violent attacks on local communities and killings of farmers in Plateau, Benue and others are perpetrated by foreign herders. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye stated this on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists on the identities of armed herders attacking farming communities in Nigeria. Communities […]

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