44 m. ago US drops terrorist tag on group led by Syrian interim president, as Trump courts post

In a major pivot for post-war Syria, the United States will revoke its designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) as read more US drops terrorist tag on group led by Syrian interim president, as Trump courts post-Assad Syria

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47 m. ago ADC assembles 97 lawyers to challenge APC’s ‘fake lawsuit’ against interim leadership

By Seyi Babalola The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has organised a team of 97 lawyers to challenge what it calls the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) ‘false lawsuit’ against the interim leadership, which includes former Senate President David Mark and former Minister Rauf Aregbesola. The legal team, led by Barrister Mohammed Sheriff, made this known in […] The post ADC assembles 97 lawyers to challenge APC’s ‘fake lawsuit’ against interim leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 m. ago Gombe Police Arrest Two Suspected Thieves, Recover Three Bikes

Gombe State Police Command has arrested two persons, suspected to be part of a motorcycle theft syndicate operating across the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the suspects were apprehended on Monday following a coordinated raid by security operatives, leading to the recovery of three stolen motorcycles in different parts of Akko Local Government Area. In […] The post Gombe Police Arrest Two Suspected Thieves, Recover Three Bikes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 m. ago “No Difference Between Obidient Movement, IPOB Group, They Behave Like Terrorists” – Reno Omokri

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has described supporters of former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi as online terrorists. Omokri said that Obi’s support group, popularly known as Obidients movement, only known for attacking people who refuse to believe their political ideology, both online and offline. In a statement shared via his Facebook page on […] The post “No Difference Between Obidient Movement, IPOB Group, They Behave Like Terrorists” – Reno Omokri appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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49 m. ago VeryDarkMan Challenges Bwala’s Remarks On Obi’s Alleged Lack Of Empathy

Nigerian social media activist VeryDarkMan has responded to comments made by presidential aide Daniel Bwala, who accused Peter Obi of lacking empathy for victims of recent violence in Benue State. Bwala had taken a swipe at the former Anambra State governor for not visiting the victims, noting that VeryDarkMan, who went to the area himself, […] The post VeryDarkMan Challenges Bwala’s Remarks On Obi’s Alleged Lack Of Empathy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 m. ago Coalition politicians crying because they’re not in govt – Gov Radda

By John Ogunsemore The Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda said coalition opposition leaders are only crying and shouting because they are outside government and not out of genuine concern for Nigerians. Radda stated this as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday. He said the antecedents of the opposition figures show they […] The post Coalition politicians crying because they’re not in govt – Gov Radda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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93 m. ago FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united

DHQ establishes Joint Doctrine and Welfare Centre From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Government has commended members of the armed forces for their loyalty, bravery, and determination to keep the country united despite the atrocities of some selfish and disgruntled politicians to destabilise the peace of the nation. The FG has also thanked members of […] The post FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago EFCC launches investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, CFA 4,170,500 at Kano airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, and CFA 4,170,500 by one Ahmad Salisu, arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano. Salisu was intercepted by Customs operatives during a routine check […] The post EFCC launches investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, CFA 4,170,500 at Kano airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago LP: Abure, Nenadi’s factional camps disagree over threat to expel Peter Obi

Tribune Online LP: Abure, Nenadi’s factional camps disagree over threat to expel Peter Obi The warring groups in the Labour Party (LP) on Tuesday disagreed over an alleged plot to expel the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, from the party. LP: Abure, Nenadi’s factional camps disagree over threat to expel Peter Obi Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Gani Adams mourns late Olubadan describes him as custodian of Yoruba tradition

By Lukman Olabiyi The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has paid glowing tribute to the late Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, describing him as a revered traditional ruler who dedicated his life to serving humanity and preserving Yoruba cultural heritage. Oba Olakulehin passed away in the early hours of Monday, […] The post Gani Adams mourns late Olubadan describes him as custodian of Yoruba tradition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago AI, trust in focus as ACAMB set to hold 4th stakeholders conference

The Association of Corporate & Marketing Communications Professionals in Banks in Nigeria (ACAMB) is set to host its 4th National Stakeholders’ Conference, themed “AI & the Future of Trust: Reimagining Banking and Financial Services in a Digital-First Era.”  The event, slated for Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the CIBN Bankers House, Victoria Island, Lagos, by […] The post AI, trust in focus as ACAMB set to hold 4th stakeholders conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Again LP alerts Nigerians on Abure’s misleading information, says party not expelling Obi

From Idu Jude, Abuja Leadership of the Labour Party has again alerted Nigerians of a plot by the former national chairman of the party, Julius Abure, and some persons in the former national working committee (NWC) to stir public resentment against LP 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, with claims that the former Anambra State governor […] The post Again LP alerts Nigerians on Abure’s misleading information, says party not expelling Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has emerged the winner of the 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize in Category C3 (Access to Information and Knowledge), with its Digital Awareness Programme (DAP), a flagship initiative of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The announcement was made on Monday, July 7, at the WSIS Prizes […] The post Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Olurotimi John Badero appointed Professor of Medicine at University of Lagos

Renowned U.S.-based physician to advance knowledge transfer and mentorship in Nigeria   The University of Lagos has appointed Olurotimi John Badero, MD, as a Distinguished Fellow and Visiting Professor of Medicine in the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Department of Medicine.   The appointment recognizes Prof. Badero’s pioneering work at the intersection of cardiology and nephrology, […] The post Olurotimi John Badero appointed Professor of Medicine at University of Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago TRADDOC Commander Aligbe laments Nigerian Army’s inability to produce its equipment 65 years after establishment

Declares 2025 development workshop open in Minna   From John Adams, Minna   The Commander, Doctrine and Training Commands of the Nigerian Army, Major-Gen. Kelvin Aligbe has said that the inability of the Nigerian Army to produce it equipment locally remains one of the greatest challenges facing the institution after 65 years of its establishment. […] The post TRADDOC Commander Aligbe laments Nigerian Army’s inability to produce its equipment 65 years after establishment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Bayelsa community protests, demands justice for 1.5m people hit by crude oil pollution

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The people of Ekpetiama Kingdom in Bayelsa State have protested against hydrocarbon pollution which has affected over 1.5 million people in the state. Its monarch, King Bubaraye Dakolo, Agada IV, at a press briefing on Monday, July 7, in Abuja, tasked the Federal Government and the international community to reject Shell’s […] The post Bayelsa community protests, demands justice for 1.5m people hit by crude oil pollution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Emir Sanusi accuses Bayero’s supporters of invading, vandalising property in his palace

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The 15th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi 11 has accused the supporters of his rival. Aminu Ado Bayero of invading and vandalising valuables in his palace. A statement signed by Sadam Yakasai for Sanusi’s emirate palace media crew,  said the attack was effected on Sunday, while the monarch (Sanusi) was out […] The post Emir Sanusi accuses Bayero’s supporters of invading, vandalising property in his palace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Eno includes Youth Corps members from Akwa Ibom as beneficiaries of N20,000 monthly stipend

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has approved a N20,000 monthly allowance for all indigenes of the state serving in other parts of Nigeria with effect from the August 2025 service year. Last week, Eno had approved the same amount for other corps members serving in the state. The approval […] The post Eno includes Youth Corps members from Akwa Ibom as beneficiaries of N20,000 monthly stipend appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Okeke Chinedu tops 2025 UTME as JAMB unveils best 10 candidates

JAMB has unveiled the top 10 candidates in the 2025 UTME, with Okeke Chinedu Christian emerging as the highest scorer nationwide. read more Okeke Chinedu tops 2025 UTME as JAMB unveils best 10 candidates

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3 h. ago House bills must undergo thorough scrutiny before Senate concurrence – Akpabio

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that all bills transmitted from the House of Representatives must undergo thorough scrutiny before concurrence, stressing that the Senate will not abdicate its responsibility of reviewing legislation in the name of inter-chamber cooperation. Akpabio, who made the position known during plenary on Tuesday, July 8, […] The post House bills must undergo thorough scrutiny before Senate concurrence – Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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