43 m. ago NEC avoids state police debate, focuses on flood threats, food security, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At its 152nd meeting held on Thursday, September 18, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the National Economic Council (NEC), presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima, chose not to engage in discussions on the contentious issue of state police, despite renewed calls by President Bola Tinubu for debate on the subject. […] The post NEC avoids state police debate, focuses on flood threats, food security, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 m. ago Wike counters Sowore’s allegation of criminality against Tinubu, praises rule of law

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, September 18, issued a robust response to activist and African Action Congress presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore’s recent tweet labelling President Bola Tinubu a “criminal”. Sowore, on August 25, accused President Tinubu of dishonesty during his official […] The post Wike counters Sowore’s allegation of criminality against Tinubu, praises rule of law appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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73 m. ago NEC seek more funding for NASENI’s solar irrigation pumps to boost food Security

…Says it’s a proof that Nigerian ingenuity can compete with the world In a bid to boost food security in read more NEC seek more funding for NASENI’s solar irrigation pumps to boost food Security

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99 m. ago Tinubu to attend Yari’s son wedding in Kaduna, visit Aisha Buhari Friday

Tribune Online Tinubu to attend Yari’s son wedding in Kaduna, visit Aisha Buhari Friday According to the statement, Tinubu will also pay a courtesy visit to Aisha, the widow of the late former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, at Tinubu to attend Yari’s son wedding in Kaduna, visit Aisha Buhari Friday Tribune Online

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99 m. ago Tinubu to attend Yari’s son’s wedding, visit Aisha Buhari in Kaduna, Friday

Tribune Online Tinubu to attend Yari’s son’s wedding, visit Aisha Buhari in Kaduna, Friday According to the statement, Tinubu will also pay a courtesy visit to Aisha, the widow of the late former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, at Tinubu to attend Yari’s son’s wedding, visit Aisha Buhari in Kaduna, Friday Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Sports Reform At Heart Of Nigeria’s 2030 Games Bid ¬— Presidency

  Nigeria has underlined sweeping sports reforms as the backbone of its historic bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, the first on African soil. President Bola Tinubu who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, stated this on Thursday when he formally received the delegation of the Commonwealth Sport Bid Evaluation Committee […]

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2 h. ago Reserved seats bill bold step for women’s inclusion, not tokenism – Kalu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Ahead of the public hearing on the Reserved Seats Bill scheduled for September 22, 2025, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has emphatically stated that the bill is not an act of tokenism but a firm commitment to increasing women’s political representation and closing gender gaps in governance. […] The post Reserved seats bill bold step for women’s inclusion, not tokenism – Kalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu cannot win 2027 without Shettima — Umar Duhu

From Billy Graham Abel, Yola In an exclusive chat with Daily Sun, Adamawa-born politician and pioneer North-East National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Umar Duhu, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027 is impossible without his Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima. Duhu, one of the founding pillars of […] The post EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu cannot win 2027 without Shettima — Umar Duhu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Rivers: I won’t engage with someone I haven’t forgiven – Wike on Fubara

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured that he has no issues with Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara following the end of the emergency rule in the state. Daily Sun reported that scores of residents trooped out on Thursday to witness Fubara’s return after his six-month suspension. However, as of the […] The post Rivers: I won’t engage with someone I haven’t forgiven – Wike on Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NBA to Akpabio: Pendency of suit can’t stop Natasha’s Senate return

Tribune Online NBA to Akpabio: Pendency of suit can’t stop Natasha’s Senate return Senate President Godswill Akpabio has again been reminded by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) that it is illegal for him to use his office to prevent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan... NBA to Akpabio: Pendency of suit can’t stop Natasha’s Senate return Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the families of those who perished in the devastating fire outbreak at Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, which occurred on Tuesday. The fire tragically claimed ten lives, leaving a community in mourning and highlighting the importance of emergency preparedness and response […] The post Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria leads African countries to sign petroleum regulatory charter

African petroleum regulators led by Nigeria have launched a continental forum aimed at harmonising oil regulation in a bid to read more Nigeria leads African countries to sign petroleum regulatory charter

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4 h. ago 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates

Tribune Online 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates The defaulting universities include the University of Lagos (39 candidates), Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja (18), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (15), University of Abuja (12), and University of Uyo (9), among others. 2025 UTME: JAMB announces new date for final assessment of underage candidates Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Airtel Nigeria launches 5G router to expand broadband access

Airtel Nigeria has announced the launch of its SmartConnect 5G Outdoor Unit (ODU) Router, a new broadband solution designed to read more Airtel Nigeria launches 5G router to expand broadband access

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4 h. ago Reps seek compliance to law on access to public buildings by PWDs

Tribune Online Reps seek compliance to law on access to public buildings by PWDs House of Representatives has called on stakeholders in Nigeria to ensure the implementation of laws giving access to Reps seek compliance to law on access to public buildings by PWDs Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Aiyedatiwa dedicates S’Court victory to God, hails Tinubu, APC, others

Tribune Online Aiyedatiwa dedicates S’Court victory to God, hails Tinubu, APC, others Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa-led Ondo State Government has reacted to the judgment delivered on Wednesday by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, which finally brings to an end all litigations arising from the November governorship election in the state.  The verdict, delivered by the apex court, affirmed the victory of Aiyedatiwa, who won across all 18 local […] Aiyedatiwa dedicates S’Court victory to God, hails Tinubu, APC, others Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Market cap rebounds to N90trn as equities Investors earn N143.5bn

Tribune Online Market cap rebounds to N90trn as equities Investors earn N143.5bn The Nigerian stock market sustained bullish momentum on Thursday, with the NGX All-Share Index (ASI) gaining 0.16 per cent to close at 142,263.07 basis points. The market rally was supported by persistent buying interest in Guinness Nigeria, Dangote Sugar, Guaranty Trust Holding Company and Nigerian Breweries, leading to respective growth of 10.00 per cent, 3.33 […] Market cap rebounds to N90trn as equities Investors earn N143.5bn Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Italian Luxury Brand Angelo Galasso Unveils Exclusive Collection At The Delborough Lagos

  For the first time in Africa, renowned Italian luxury fashion house Angelo Galasso, a label admired by global elites, is set to present its latest exclusive collection in Nigeria. In a statement released on Saturday, the brand announced that the unveiling will take place at the prestigious luxury hotel, The Delborough Lagos, located […]

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5 h. ago Publish Recipients Of N330bn Payout To Poor Nigerians, NLC Tells Federal Government

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), on Thursday, asked the federal government to disclose the full list of beneficiaries of the N330 billion reportedly disbursed to poor Nigerians under the cash transfer programme. The call comes amidst government’s claims that millions of citizens had been lifted out of poverty through social safety net schemes managed by […]

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6 h. ago Ekiti 2026: I’m not a stooge, I’m in the race to win – PDP guber aspirant Oluyede

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Dr. Wole Oluyede, the governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 election in Ekiti State, has urged members of his party, the people of the state and the general public to disregard an online publication by a group, known as “Ekiti Kete Collective” that labelled him a […] The post Ekiti 2026: I’m not a stooge, I’m in the race to win – PDP guber aspirant Oluyede appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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