2 h. ago Senate didn’t block my ministerial appointment, Tinubu did –El

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has rubbished the notion that his hope to serve as a minister in the President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet was dashed by the National Assembly. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time, last night, El-Rufai said claims that the Senate rejected his nomination over security concerns should not […] The post Senate didn’t block my ministerial appointment, Tinubu did –El-Rufai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Truck owners, MWUN threaten strike over alleged extortion by Lagos traffic personnel

By Steve Agbota The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) have issued an ultimatum to the Lagos state government, demanding an end to what they describe as exploitative and arbitrary enforcement actions by the Committee on Removal of Abandoned […] The post Truck owners, MWUN threaten strike over alleged extortion by Lagos traffic personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ogun community seeks relocation of dump, alleges health, security risks

Residents of the Yakoyo community in the Ojodu Abiodun area of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State are appealing to the state government to relocate a dump within the community that has posed a threat to their health and the security of the community. PUNCH Metro correspondent who visited the community on Monday gathered Read More

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4 h. ago Armed security operatives mount road blocks on major roads, council secretariats in Osun

Stern-looking and heavily armed security personnel were visible at strategic points on major roads in Osogbo and major towns in Osun State yesterday. There had been contention between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the Court of Appeal judgment in respect of the sacked APC council chairmen and councillors. […] The post Armed security operatives mount road blocks on major roads, council secretariats in Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NEC MEETING APC Begins Pushback Against Opposition Coalition

Ahead of the All Progressive Congress (APC) National Executive (NEC) meeting, the party seems to have begun a pushback against the opposition coalition seeking to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. Barring any last-minute change, the APC will hold its National Caucus and the NEC meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday to consolidate bases and […]

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4 h. ago Man beats girlfriend to death as fire extinguisher explosion injure 2 in Lagos

From hristopher Oji , The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a man for allegedly beating his girlfriend to death at Ijedodo area of Isheri Osun, Lagos. It was gathered that at the weekend, a neighbour reported at Isheri Osun Police division  that he saw the suspect,Ggbolahan  Adebayo, 23, beating his girlfriend in his home […] The post Man beats girlfriend to death as fire extinguisher explosion injure 2 in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago $4.5bn fraud: Emefiele alleges bias, demands judge’s withdrawal

Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has demanded the withdrawal of Justice Rahman Oshodi  of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja from his ongoing trial over alleged $4.5bn and N2.8bn fraud. Emefiele’s legal team, led by Olalekan Ojo (SAN), accused the judge of bias and urged him to recuse Read More

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5 h. ago Anambra APC welcomes APGA chieftain, aspirant pledges security

A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress in Anambra State, Paul Chukwuma, has pledged to introduce community policing to tackle the state’s security challenges if elected in the November 2025 election. His statement came as the APC welcomed a former chieftain of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Ejike Madunagu, into its fold. Speaking at Read More

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5 h. ago Kano NNPP N’Assembly members attack Kwankwaso, reject suspension

The New Nigeria Peoples Party, Kano State chapter, on Monday, announced the suspension of four of its National Assembly members for alleged anti-party activities. The Kano  State NNPP Chairman, Alhaji Hashimu Dungurawa, named the four affected federal lawmakers as Senator Kawu Sumaila, Ali Madakin Gini, Sani  Rogo, and Kabiru Rurum. But in a joint statement, Read More

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6 h. ago Small penis won’t affect men’s sexual performance, fertility – Experts

Penis size does not impact sexual function or fertility significantly, specialists in human sexology have said. The experts explained that where performance or fertility issues arise, hormonal levels, sperm quality, and overall health play a much bigger role. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, they maintained that when it comes to sexual satisfaction, size doesn’t matter Read More

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6 h. ago Outages: No functional MRI in public hospitals, say resident doctors

The president of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, Dr. Tope Osundara has lamented that the absence of a reliable power supply has rendered most Magnetic Resonance Imaging machines in public hospitals useless, forcing patients to seek medical attention in private facilities. The NARD president expressed concern that the erratic power supply had crippled the Read More

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8 h. ago Ribadu after my reputation because of 2031 presidential ambition – El

Ex-Governor, Kaduna Nasir Ell-Rufai has stated that the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu is planning to tarnish his reputation because of his 2031 Presidential ambition. Speaking in an interview with Arise TV on Monday, El-Rufai alleged that Ribadu is collaborating with Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Read More

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9 h. ago JUST IN: Ribadu after my reputation because of 2031 Presidential ambition – El

Ex-Governor, Kaduna Nasir Ell-Rufai has stated that the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu is planning to tarnish his reputation because of his 2031 Presidential ambition. Speaking in an interview with Arise TV on Monday, El-Rufai alleged that Ribadu is collaborating with Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Read More

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10 h. ago 600 traffickers convicted, 20,000 victims rescued in 22 years – NAPTIP

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has secured more than 600 convictions and rescued over 20,000 victims of human trafficking since its inception in 2003. The Zonal Commander of NAPTIP Benin Zonal Office, Ganiu Aganran, disclosed this on Monday in Benin during the opening of a two-day awareness workshop for law Read More

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10 h. ago Ijaw youths hail Tinubu for boosting oil production, economic growth

The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu for the increased oil and gas production and improved security in the Niger Delta. The youths also praised the President for the economic growth in the Niger Delta and the increased investment in infrastructure and human capital development. In a statement on Monday, the President Read More

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10 h. ago Shettima lauds SecureID’s contributions to Nigeria’s manufacturing, digital solutions sectors

Kashim Shettima, Vice President of Nigeria has applauded SecureID’s remarkable contributions to the nation’s manufacturing and digital solutions sectors. A read more Shettima lauds SecureID’s contributions to Nigeria’s manufacturing, digital solutions sectors

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10 h. ago NIPSS seeks executive order mandating all MDAs’ migration to OneGov.ng portal

.Seeks passage of Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill 2024 The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies on Monday urged read more NIPSS seeks executive order mandating all MDAs’ migration to OneGov.ng portal

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10 h. ago Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security

Tribune Online Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security Niger Governor Mohamed Umaru Bago has suspended three of his close aides with immediate effect. Nigeria, Belgium strengthen economic ties to boost food security Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Oyo govt launches free surgery to correct complications of elephantiasis

Tribune Online Oyo govt launches free surgery to correct complications of elephantiasis The Oyo State government announced a free hydrocele operation on Monday to reduce the consequences of lymphatic filariasis, often known as elephantiasis, throughout the state as part of its dedication to health and well-being. Oyo govt launches free surgery to correct complications of elephantiasis Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Reps deputy speaker seeks passage of women’s seat reservation bill

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for the passage of the Seat Reservation for Women Bill, saying it would unlock national prosperity. Speaking at a Three-Day workshop on the public presentation of the national women leaders forum’s operational guidelines and the roles of political parties in the passage of Read More

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