98 m. ago Igwe Achebe, Ehusani, Nasir share thoughts at Ford Foundation anti

As part of its focus on the issue of gender-based violence in West Africa, the Ford Foundation’s Centre for Social Justice recently hosted a pivotal hybrid event titled: “Traditional, religious and community leaders driving meaningful change.” Panelists at the event held as part of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women […] The post Igwe Achebe, Ehusani, Nasir share thoughts at Ford Foundation anti-GBV forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Tinubu Sacks NNPCL CEO Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As Replacement

President Bola Tinubu has terminated the appointment of Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari. Tinubu also dissolved NNPCL’s board, removing the Chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure. In a statement by Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday, the President removed all other board members appointed with […] The post Tinubu Sacks NNPCL CEO Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As Replacement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos

Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has pledged to sponsor the education of a girl seen in a viral video helping her mother with a cleaning job in Lagos. This followed a viral video of a woman sweeping a street in Ikoyi with her 11-year-old daughter. Human rights activist JustAdetoun criticised the woman for engaging her […] The post Onakoya Pledges Scholarship To Minor In Viral Video Helping Mother Clean In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO

• Targets attracting $30bn in investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, has dissolved the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, removing its chairman, […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on Nigerians to support and encourage the military in its commitment to secure the country. The army chief made the call when he hosted frontline troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, to his special Eid-el-fitr celebration luncheon in Port […] The post Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Governor Namadi Gives Lifetime Support To Majiya Explosion Victims

After months of sorrow and heartbreak, Friday, March 28, 2025, marked a moment of joy and renewed hope for the families of over 140 victims who lost their lives, as well as the more than 70 others who sustained injuries. In the Majiya Tanker explosion, Governor Malam Umar Namadi delivered long-awaited financial support from various […]

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4 h. ago Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and tolerance as key pillars for national progress, drawing from the lessons of Ramadan. He also called on everyone to support the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, assuring that short-term difficulties would yield long-term benefits for the country. According to […] The post Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Ebonyi gov orders six commissioners’ arrest over contract sabotage

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has ordered the arrest of six commissioners and contractors allegedly sabotaging government projects in the state. The PUNCH reports that the arrest order followed a report indicting the commissioners for subtly working against the government. The affected commissioners included Prof Omari Omaka (Tertiary Education), Victor Chukwu (Environment), Ifeanyi Ogbuewu Read More

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7 h. ago Osimhen linked with Barca as Lewandoski’s successor – Report

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed as an option to replace Robert Lewandowski as Barcelona are expected to look for a successor for the ageing striker, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Lewandowski is having the most impressive season of his career at Barcelona and is on track to hit 50 goals by the end of Read More

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8 h. ago Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime

• Seeks collaboration of Sahel, West African countries   From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has vowed to tighten the noose on  Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) while canvassing effective border control. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said this when he addressed newsmen on the sidelines of the ongoing Border Security Summit in Lancaster House, […] The post Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu

        Sarkin Hausawa Enugu State, Abubakar Yusuf Sambo, has commended Governor Peter Mbah for his fair, inclusive and speedy delivery of security and democracy dividends. He called for support for his administration’s war against criminals and effort to build a prosperous Enugu State. Mbah, whose appointees are drawn from various parts of […] The post Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years

Goals from Johnny Cardoso and Cucho Hernández earned Manuel Pellegrini his first league victory against Sevilla FC as coach of Los Verdiblancos. Real Betis conquered city rivals Sevilla FC 2-1 on Sunday night, a result which means so much to the green and white half of the city. That was made clear by the fact […] The post Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports

Three outstanding students were awarded scholarships by the by Prince Iyahen, the proprietor of Iyahen International Academy at the just concluded school’s Inter House Sports over the weekend. The students- Eldad Aboghene Imade, who emerged the most outstanding student with five gold medals, Kinston Ehidiamen, the second most outstanding with two gold medals and a […] The post Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo

•Phyno, Eben headlined musical performance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to flag off today the much anticipated Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The festival will be concluded on April 8 with about 3000 athletes and over 500 officials competing in 17 sports. In the last one […] The post President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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