4 h. ago Katsina Partners PEBEC To Accelerate Business Enabling Reforms

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) and Katsina State government have engaged business leaders to access and accelerate business enabling reforms in the state. The business leaders and other stakeholders were engaged at the State Action on Business-enabling Reforms (SABER) Technical Session and Statewide Town-Hall Meeting in Katsina yesterday. The News Agency of Nigeria […]

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10 h. ago Natasha: Judiciary Is Last Hope Of The Oppressed, Says Action Collective

A civic advocacy group, the Action Collective, has praised the Nigerian judiciary for declaring the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate as unconstitutional and illegal, describing the verdict as a bold affirmation of judicial independence and a beacon of hope for oppressed citizens. LEADERSHIP reports that the ruling, delivered by Justice […]

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10 h. ago Cultism: Police arrest suspected killer of three vigilante members, 15 others in Edo

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Police Command, yesterday, announced the arrest of a suspected cultist linked to the killing of three vigilante members in the State.   Besides, the Command said its operatives arrested 15 other suspects and recovered firearms and ammunition from them. Spokesman of the Command, Moses Yamu, who disclosed in a […] The post Cultism: Police arrest suspected killer of three vigilante members, 15 others in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Anambra guber: AA candidate vows to tackle hunger, unemployment

Tribune Online Anambra guber: AA candidate vows to tackle hunger, unemployment The Action Alliance (AA) candidate in the November 8 gubernatorial election in Anambra State, Ozo Jeff Nweke, has pledged to deliver a people-oriented administration if elected. Anambra guber: AA candidate vows to tackle hunger, unemployment Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Legislators in Otukpo local government council of Benue State have petitioned the State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia and the State House of Assembly over alleged misappropriation of funds, gross misconduct among other heist by the council chairman, Prince Maxwell Ogiri. The move was necessitated by initial alarm raised by Head […] The post Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Cultism: Police Arrest Suspected Killer Of Vigilantes, 15 Others In Edo

Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested a 33-year-old Bello Salami, suspected to be a member of Maphite Confraternity, over his connection with the killing of three vigilante members in Edo State. The Command also said 15 other suspects were arrested during raids at different criminal hideouts, while firearms and ammunition were […]

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13 h. ago ATBU: ASUU members withdraw services over delayed salary payment

Tribune Online ATBU: ASUU members withdraw services over delayed salary payment This action is a result of the Federal Government's failure to pay their June salaries on time. ATBU: ASUU members withdraw services over delayed salary payment Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases

Tribune Online Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases He urged all healthcare workers across the state to be on high alert and to report any suspected case promptly. Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases Tribune Online

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18 h. ago NDYC Urges Politicians To Respect INEC’s Integrity, Condemns Amaechi, El

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned the recent comments made by former Governors Rotimi Amaechi and Nasir El-Rufai against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The group, in a statement on Friday signed by its National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, described the comments as “reckless, self-serving, and politically […]

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24 h. ago CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued an urgent call for the cancellation of illegitimate debts, sweeping reforms of global financial institutions, and increased legislative engagement in Nigeria’s development financing.    CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani, made the call at the Financing for Development Conference, in Sevilla […] The post CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally

Tribune Online Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally OYO State governor, Mr. Seyi Makinde, has once again been commended for his continued support for the promotion of Islam in the state. The coordinator of the National Council of Muslim Youth Organisations (NACOMYO) in Oyo State, Alhaji Dawood Afolabi, and the Secretary-General of the Muslim Community of Oyo State (MUSCOYS), Alhaji Murisiku Siyanbade, gave […] Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Wike’s Unprecedented Transformation Of FCT Deserves Applause – APC Chieftain

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has decried the recent protests against the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Wike, describing them as unfair and ethnically motivated. He disclosed this in a  statement released on Tuesday.Dr Aikoriogie lauded Wike’s leadership, noting […]

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39 h. ago Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months

Tasks payers not to see payment as burden From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), Barr. Oladele Bankole-Balogun, on Thursday announced that the state generated N52.6 billion in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the first six months of 2025. He disclosed this during the agency’s half-year performance […] The post Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A newly unveiled research report has brought fresh urgency to the call for inclusive climate change governance in Nigeria, particularly in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa States. The study, which highlighted the disproportionate impacts of climate-related shocks on women and persons with disabilities in these states, was commissioned by the UK Government […] The post Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Mikhail Gudkov: Ukraine kills Russian ‘top’ officer in Kursk strike

Tribune Online Mikhail Gudkov: Ukraine kills Russian ‘top’ officer in Kursk strike Gudkov had previously commanded a brigade that saw action in Ukraine. Mikhail Gudkov: Ukraine kills Russian ‘top’ officer in Kursk strike Tribune Online

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48 h. ago NMA kicks against federal circular on medical allowances, threatens action

Tribune Online NMA kicks against federal circular on medical allowances, threatens action The NMA demanded the immediate withdrawal of the June 27, 2025, circular. They are also calling for the correction of consequential adjustments NMA kicks against federal circular on medical allowances, threatens action Tribune Online

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52 h. ago Edo guber: S’Court reserves judgment on PDP, Ighodalo’s appeal

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on the appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Mr. Asue Ighodalo, challenging the outcome of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State, won by Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In the appeal, marked: SC/CV/536/2025, […] The post Edo guber: S’Court reserves judgment on PDP, Ighodalo’s appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun

Tribune Online 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has expressed appreciation for the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recognition of the Federal Government’s ongoing reform efforts and the tangible progress achieved over the past two years. Edun said these reforms have contributed to notable improvements in Nigeria’s fiscal and external positions, […] 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Supreme Court Adjourns Judgment In PDP’s Bid To Sack Gov. Okpebholo

The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on PDP candidate Asuerinme Ighodalo’s appeal seeking to nullify Governor Monday Okpebholo’s election in Edo State. The appeal, marked SC/CV/536/2025, is challenging the May 29 judgment of the Court of Appeal which upheld Okpebholo’s victory in the September 21, 2024, governorship election. Ighodalo and the PDP alleged widespread irregularities, […] The post Supreme Court Adjourns Judgment In PDP’s Bid To Sack Gov. Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap

By Doris Obinna  The Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) Nigeria for the Global Fund and the National Assembly have called for urgent domestic funding to cover the gap created by an 11 per cent reduction in the Global Fund‘s allocation to Nigeria, from $970 million to $860 million This call was made on Tuesday in Lagos at the commencement of the three-day CCM Nigeria 70th Annual Retreat […] The post CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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