2 h. ago Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue NGOs Network (BENGONET) has urged the federal government to establish a permanent security outpost in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State, to address escalating violence. The call was made during a press conference in Makurdi on Wednesday following a two-day field visit to Jato Aka and surrounding […] The post Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ogoni Foundation Urges Federal Gov’t, Oil Companies To Prioritise Region’s Dev’t

A Nigerian non-governmental organisation, the Ogoni Voice Achievers Foundation (OVAF), has called on the Federal Government, International Oil Companies (IOCs), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to address the pressing needs of the Ogoni people and support sustainable development in Ogoni land. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Khana LGA, OVAF’s Founder […]

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3 d. ago Insecurity: Yoruba Youth Council Calls For State Of Emergency In Zamfara

The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State to restore peace and stability. The call comes amid deepening political crisis and worsening security situation in the state. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Comrade Eric Oluwole, the YYC expressed concern over the […]

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5 d. 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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6 d. ago Southern Monarchs Condemn Uromi Killing, Urge Federal Gov’t To Address Insecurity

The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), has condoled with the families and loved ones of the Northern hunters who lost their lives in the Uromi incident. The traditional rulers condemned the violence that led to the loss of lives of the hunters and prayed for peace and stability in the affected community. In a […]

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6 d. ago IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms

• As Tinubu unveils energy transition plan   By Uche Usim and Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the federal government to ensure that energy subsidy reforms are inclusive and do not disproportionately burden poor and vulnerable Nigerians. The caution comes as President Bola Tinubu officially unveiled Nigeria’s energy transition plan […] The post IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Wike Summons FCTA Officials, Contractor For Outsourcing ICC Project

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has called for an urgent meeting with senior officials from his administration and representatives of Julius Berger, the contractor handling the rehabilitation of the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja. The directive followed allegations that a part of the contract was outsourced to another company without the […]

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8 d. ago Benue Killings: Super Falcons Star Questions Federal Govt’s ‘Silence’, Calls For Urgent Actions

Peace Ogebe, a prominent player in the Super Falcons squad, has expressed deep concern over the continued killings in her home state of Benue, challenging the federal government’s alleged silence on the ongoing crisis. The Nigerian international player revealed that the continuous killing of innocent civilians in her community has left her restless and heartbroken. […]

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8 d. ago Promote Love, Not Division, First Lady Tells Christian Youths

First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has urged Christian youth across the country to become agents of love and unity and warned against the dangers of religious and regional division. While hosting members of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), she called to an Easter Brunch […]

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1 week ago Farmers urge National Assembly to fund TELA maize with constituency projects

Byline: Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigerian farmers have urged the federal government and the National Assembly to allocate constituency project funds to provide high-quality seeds, particularly TELA maize, to reduce maize imports. Smallholder farmers, facing challenges accessing improved seeds, criticise the misuse of lawmakers’ constituency allowances on infrastructure with minimal impact on food security. Shehu Usman, […] The post Farmers urge National Assembly to fund TELA maize with constituency projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns

By Oluseye Ojo Residents and leaders of Itasa community in Oyo State have raised the alarm over the operations of a mining company they claimed poses a significant threat to their safety and environment. During a recent visit to the mining site, community leaders expressed their urgent need for the Federal Government to compel the […] The post Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Easter: Pray For Tinubu To Achieve Renewed Hope Agenda, Wike Urges FCT Residents

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged residents of the Territory to use this festive season of Easter to offer special prayers for President Bola Tinubu and all Nigerian leaders at every level. Wike, in his Easter message to FCT residents, emphasised the need for divine guidance in the pursuit of […]

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2 w. ago Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Dr Uwa Igiehon, Managing Director of Industrial Park, Ologbo, Edo State, has urged the Federal Government to invest in local engineers to reduce Nigeria’s capital flight. Speaking during an inspection of the Ossiomo Power Independent Power Project (IPP) in Ologbo, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, he emphasised that Nigeria has the […] The post Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tambuwal condemns Plateau killings, urges swift federal action

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has condemned in strong terms the latest round of violent attacks in Plateau State, describing them as “cruel, unjustified, and intolerable.” In a statement posted via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the former Speaker of the House […] The post Tambuwal condemns Plateau killings, urges swift federal action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Chief Kefas Condemned Plateau Killings, Urges Vigilance, Empowerment

Prominent businessman and community leader Chief Kefas Wungak Ropshik has condemned the recent killings in Plateau State, labelling the situation as “heartbreaking and intolerable.” He expressed grave concern over the escalating insecurity and urged federal and state governments to take immediate and decisive action to restore peace. In a statement to the press yesterday, Chief […]

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the escalating insecurity across the country, Abia North lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has challenged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to end the scourge. As a way out of the dire situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission, called for investment of more […] The post Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria losing estimated $2bn annually to medical tourism – Health Minister

Urges collaboration to strengthen sector   By Merit Ibe The Federal Government has said Nigeria currently loses an estimated $2 billion annually to medical tourism, which reflects the gap in confidence, access, and quality within the local system. The Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammadu Ali Pate, represented by Prof Lanre Wasiu […] The post Nigeria losing estimated $2bn annually to medical tourism – Health Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigerian poet urges action on Chibok Girls dilemma in new video

Akeem Lasisi, award winning Nigerian performance poet and journalist, has called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to intensify read more Nigerian poet urges action on Chibok Girls dilemma in new video

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2 w. ago FCSC Alerts Job Seekers To Fraudulent Recruitment Advertorials

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has issued an urgent warning regarding a misleading publication that is circulating on various social media platforms. In a statement signed by Taiwo Hassan on behalf of FCSC chairman, the Commission addressed the false communication claiming to inform candidates that they have been shortlisted for FCSC job recruitments that […]

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2 w. ago Constituency delineation: Protesters storm INEC, insists process transparent, free, fair

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Scores of Ijaw elders and youths, yesterday, grounded activities at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Abuja, in support of the delineation of wards in the Warri Federal Constituency of Delta State. The protesters commended and urged the electoral umpire to implement the judgment of the Supreme Court. […] The post Constituency delineation: Protesters storm INEC, insists process transparent, free, fair appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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