58 m. ago Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Ike Odoeme Foundation commemorated 2025 World Malaria day in Imo State with the distribution of ten thousand insecticide-treated nets and medications at no cost to vulnerable communities in Imo State at the weekend. The Foundation, in collaboration with the Imo State Ministry of Health with other partners of the latter, […] The post Malaria day : Foundation distributes 10,000 Free mosquito nets, medications in Imo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has denied holding any meeting with his Imo State counterpart, Hope Uzodinma over his planned defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial was coming against the backdrop of reports making the rounds in the social media, insinuating that Otti held a meeting with […] The post Alleged defection to APC: Otti denies holding meeting with Uzodinma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago World malaria day: Rotary Healthy Communities to tackle disease in 6 Kebbi LGAs

…. Kebbi traditional rulers, NOA backs campaign From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge, a project under the Rotary International in partnership with the PATH has decided to tackle malaria in six Local Government Areas of Kebbi State which are hard to reach terrains. The Councils where pilot campaign would kick off […] The post World malaria day: Rotary Healthy Communities to tackle disease in 6 Kebbi LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Imo: No agreement on Charter of Equity; it’s Okigwe’s turn – Prof. Awuzie

Professor Ukachukwu Awuzie, a former Vice Chancellor of the Imo State University, Owerri, and former President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), in this interview with Stanley Uzoaru in Owerri, expresses concerns over claims that the Imo Charter of Equity started with the election of Chief Achike Udenwa as the governor of Imo […] The post Imo: No agreement on Charter of Equity; it’s Okigwe’s turn – Prof. Awuzie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Wike Tackles Rivers Elders, Clerics Over State’s Political Crisis

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has challenged elders of Rivers State to show the efforts they had made towards resolving the political crisis in the state. Wike, who is the immediate-past governor of the state, spoke on Friday during a birthday anniversary thanksgiving of one of his allies in Port Harcourt, […]

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20 h. ago NNPC/SEPLAT determined to tackle eye diseases in Imo communities through “Eye Can See Initiative”

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Seplat East Onshore Ltd, (a Subsidiary of Seplat Energy Plc) has restated its determination to reduce preventable blindness, promote early detection of eye diseases  and also to enhance the quality of life for its host communities in Imo state. The managing Director -Engr Ibi – Adaitotio gave the re-assurance at the 2025 […] The post NNPC/SEPLAT determined to tackle eye diseases in Imo communities through “Eye Can See Initiative” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Adeola renews call against ‘killings’ of Ogun residents by customs

…empowers 4,000 constituents in Imeko-Afon LGA Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Senator representing Ogun West senatorial district at the National Assembly, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola otherwise known as Yayi, has restated his calls against the killing of residents of communities bordering the Republic of Benin by the operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service. The senator, who bemoaned […] The post Adeola renews call against ‘killings’ of Ogun residents by customs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago “Russian language was the hardest part for me” – Redemptor Cathy Shares Her Alabuga Start Programme Experience

Alabuga Start international program is becoming increasingly popular among young people in our country. This initiative offers young women aged read more “Russian language was the hardest part for me” – Redemptor Cathy Shares Her Alabuga Start Programme Experience

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21 h. ago Ugochinyere Cries Out Over Devastating Gully Erosion In Imo, Seeks Federal Govt’s Intervention

The lawmaker representing Ideato North and South federal constituency of Imo State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has raised the alarm over the worsening gully erosion crisis ravaging several communities in his constituency. He called on the Federal Government for urgent intervention to prevent further loss of lives and property. Speaking […]

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22 h. ago Gombe: UNICEF urges traditional leaders to tackle noncompliance in polio eradication drive

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on traditional leaders in Gombe State to take a more active role in addressing persistent noncompliance with polio vaccination campaigns in the state. According to UNICEF, the issue of Polio virus has remained a serious concern in Gombe and other parts of Nigeria, […] The post Gombe: UNICEF urges traditional leaders to tackle noncompliance in polio eradication drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Launch Agribusiness Policy To Stabilise Food Prices

The Federal Government is set to launch the National Agribusiness Policy Mechanism (NAPM) to strengthen agricultural productivity, stabilise food prices, and drive economic growth. The NAPM is part of broader initiatives aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector through data-driven policies and public-private partnerships. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this while speaking on Friday in […]

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23 h. ago Stakeholders to strengthen Nigerians’ access to global property markets

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigerians seeking to diversify their assets and safeguard family wealth will now have a clearer path into global real estate markets as property experts convene in Lagos to offer direct access to investment opportunities in London and Dubai. The initiative is expected to deepen the country’s participation in international asset ownership, providing […] The post Stakeholders to strengthen Nigerians’ access to global property markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Nigeria Must Reignite Fight Against Malaria, Says Remi Tinubu

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu has urged a renewed national push against malaria, describing the disease as a national emergency. Speaking in a statement to mark the World Malaria Day 2025, Tinubu said Nigerians must “reinvest, reimagine, and reignite” efforts to end the disease, which continues to claim thousands of lives annually. “The […]

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26 h. ago Tribunal Upholds FCCPC’s $220m Fine Against Facebook, WhatsApp Over Sharp Practices Against Nigerians

The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, on Friday, delivered its judgement in the appeal filed by Meta Platforms Incorporated (Facebook) and WhatsApp LLC against the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), affirming the Commission’s authority and actions in nearly all the contested issues. The Tribunal specifically determined that the Commission complied with extant laws, […]

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29 h. ago Friday Ekpo, Agali, other former Super Eagles players visit Spring Sky Finance

By Bolaji Okunola In a remarkable blend of sports and finance, no fewer than eight former Super Eagles players paid a courtesy visit to Spring Sky Finance Company on Monday as part of a business engagement initiative. The football legends, who visited the bank’s headquarters in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State, also took the […] The post Friday Ekpo, Agali, other former Super Eagles players visit Spring Sky Finance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago N/Delta Oil Communities Facing Extinction From Gas Flaring, Spills, NGOs Warn

As Nigeria joined the rest of the international community to commemorate the World Earth Day (WED), a coalition of non governmental organisations (NGOs) have drawn the attention of the federal government and other subnational authorities to the plights of residents of oil communities in the Niger Delta region. The Network Advancement Program for Poverty and […]

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34 h. ago Katsina Summit Charts Bold Climate Action, Green Investment Agenda

The Katsina State Climate Action and Green Investment Summit, held on Wednesday in Abuja, concluded with stakeholders’ firm resolve to transform the state into a model of climate resilience and green economic development. The summit, which brought together representatives from government, the private sector, civil society, academia, development partners, and local communities, highlighted the urgent […]

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36 h. ago Flood alert: Time to enforce building standards, unclog drainages –Builders

By Maduka Nweke   With the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) recently warning Nigerians that about 33 States risk devastation by heavy floods as the rains come, builders have said that the time has come to enforce building standards and ensure drainages are unclogged. NIHSA said that about 1,249 communities across 176 Local Government Areas […] The post Flood alert: Time to enforce building standards, unclog drainages –Builders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago ‘More women in leadership is not a DEI initiative, it is simple business sense’

Juliet Anammah recently made history with her announcement as the first female Chairman, Board of Directors of Nigerian Breweries Plc, read more ‘More women in leadership is not a DEI initiative, it is simple business sense’ -Juliet Anammah

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43 h. ago Clara Oguji: Building Resilient Health Systems With Data, Strategy, Smarter Immunisation Advocacy

In a world where health disparities persist and data often fails to translate into action, Clara Oguji stands out as a beacon of innovation and results-driven leadership. A seasoned public health strategist, Clara is renowned for transforming complex health data into life-changing strategies. With over a decade of experience, she has worked on initiatives that […]

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