9 h. ago Onoja, ex Kogi deputy governor: I have no problem with Yahaya Bello, but

• How to end insecurity in North Central, other states From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The immediate past deputy governor of Kogi State, Edward Onoja, has given an insight on how to end the menace of insecurity in the North Central geopolitical zone and other parts of the country. Onoja, also a former Chief of Staff […] The post Onoja, ex Kogi deputy governor: I have no problem with Yahaya Bello, but… appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Omisore declares interest in 2026 Osun governorship under APC

Iyiola Omisore, former deputy governor of Osun, has declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in the state read more Omisore declares interest in 2026 Osun governorship under APC

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18 h. ago Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. Omisore, who also served as a former Deputy Governor of the state, made the announcement in a statement shared on his official X handle. Omisore made the announcement on Saturday,  […] The post Omisore Declares Intention To Run For Osun Governorship In 2026 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Edo Governor, Deputy, Chief Of Staff Appointed IAWPA Eminent Peace Ambassadors

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has announced through its International Spokesman, Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke, the appointment of the governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo; his deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, and the Chief of Staff in the Government House, Hon. Gani Audu, as Eminent Peace Ambassadors of IAWPA. This appointment, according to […]

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3 d. ago Okpebholo Rewards Team Edo With N10m For Performance At 9th National Youth Games

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended Team Edo for their outstanding performance at the 9th National Youth Games held in Asaba, Delta State, where they finished third overall. Receiving the victorious athletes at Government House, Benin City, alongside his deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the Governor praised the team’s resilience and dedication, noting […]

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3 d. ago Okpebholo rewards Team Edo with ₦10 million for outstanding performance at NYG 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended Team Edo for their remarkable performance at the 9th National Youth Games held in Asaba, Delta State, where they emerged third overall. Receiving the victorious athletes at Government House, Benin City, alongside his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the Governor lauded the team’s […] The post Okpebholo rewards Team Edo with ₦10 million for outstanding performance at NYG  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria 65: Time to build, not just celebrate – Edo DG Idahosa

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt Hon Dennis Idahosa, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th independence anniversary, urging citizens to see the celebration as both a symbol of freedom and a call to duty. In his independence message signed by his press secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor described […] The post Nigeria 65: Time to build, not just celebrate – Edo DG Idahosa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Governor Buni Inspects Damaturu Flyover, Underpass, Other Road Projects

The Yobe State Governor, Hon. (Dr) Mai Mala Buni has paid inspection visits to the Damaturu Flyover and underpass, and the Damaturu-Gambir road projects under construction. The Governor was accompanied on the inspection tour by the Deputy Governor, Hon. Idi Barde Gubana, the Secretary to the state government Baba Malam Wali, the Commissioners for Works […]

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1 week ago Lagos will continue to prioritise investment in women, Sanwo

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to driving economic growth through strategic investments in women across the state. Speaking at the 2025 edition of the WAPA Connect Conference, held at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, the governor, represented by his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, emphasised that empowering […] The post Lagos will continue to prioritise investment in women, Sanwo-Olu assures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare

From Shafa’atu Sulaiman, Sokoto The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended the Sokoto State Government for prioritising health and nutrition in its budget, describing the move as a model for advancing child and maternal welfare. UNICEF Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms Wafa Saeed, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor, […] The post UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Gombe: Police arrest 10 suspects for various criminal offences, recover stolen items

Tribune Online Gombe: Police arrest 10 suspects for various criminal offences, recover stolen items The Gombe State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Yahaya, has arrested ten suspects for various criminal offences... Gombe: Police arrest 10 suspects for various criminal offences, recover stolen items Tribune Online

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2 w. ago What NBC must do to resolve boundary crises – Lawal, Oyo deputy gov

  By Oluseye Ojo The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Adebayo Lawal, is the Chairman of the Boundary Committee in the state. He once served as Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General of the state. In this interview,  he takes a look at the boundary issues across Nigeria, and comes with a practical solution which can […] The post What NBC must do to resolve boundary crises – Lawal, Oyo deputy gov appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Happy Birth anniversary, Your Excellency, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat — Deputy Governor of Lagos State

Today, we celebrate a statesman whose leadership blends vision with verifiable impact, humility with high standards, and public service with read more Happy Birth anniversary, Your Excellency, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat — Deputy Governor of Lagos State

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2 w. ago Fubara To Resume Office Today As Tinubu Ends State Of Emergency In Rivers

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the end of the six-month state of emergency in Rivers State. The announcement paves the way for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly to resume work from Thursday In a statement released on Wednesday, the President recalled that […] The post Fubara To Resume Office Today As Tinubu Ends State Of Emergency In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ondo guber: PDP candidate praised for withdrawing Supreme Court petition

By Sunday Ani Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Dr Olukayode Ajulo has commended the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Agboola Ajayi, for withdrawing his appeal pending before the Supreme Court. A statement by Dr Ajulo described the former deputy governor’s decision to withdraw the petition as patriotic and statesmanlike. […] The post Ondo guber: PDP candidate praised for withdrawing Supreme Court petition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Statement On Suspension Of Emergency Rule In Rivers

Tinubu announced that Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, Speaker Martins Amaewhule, and all members of the State House of Assembly will resume their official duties on Thursday. The post FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Statement On Suspension Of Emergency Rule In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Tinubu lifts state of emergency in Rivers, calls for peace, democratic governance

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has officially ended the six-month state of emergency in Rivers, effective midnight on September 17, 2025, signalling an immediate return to democratic governance in the troubled oil-rich state.  The President announced personally that the Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the Rivers […] The post Tinubu lifts state of emergency in Rivers, calls for peace, democratic governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UPDATED: Tinubu Suspends Emergency Rule In Rivers, Fubara, Amaewhule To Resume Thursday

Tinubu says Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly will resume work in their offices from 18 September, 2025. The post UPDATED: Tinubu Suspends Emergency Rule In Rivers, Fubara, Amaewhule To Resume Thursday appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago UPDATED: Fubara, Amaewhule Resume Thursday As Tinubu Ends Emergency Rule In Rivers

Tinubu says Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly will resume work in their offices from 18 September, 2025. The post UPDATED: Fubara, Amaewhule Resume Thursday As Tinubu Ends Emergency Rule In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Gombe Hosts Toxinological Society’s 2nd Scientific Conference, Deputy Governor Urges Indigenous Antivenom Production

Gombe State Deputy Governor, Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau, on Monday declared open the 2nd Scientific Conference and General Meeting of the Toxinological Society of Nigeria (TSN) at Gombe State University (GSU). Speaking on behalf of Governor Inuwa Yahaya, the Deputy Governor emphasized the importance of the event, especially as Gombe is home to the Snake […]

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