2 h. ago Osun APC accuses Adeleke of plotting ‘judicial coup’ to reinstate PDP LG chairmen

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration of plotting to use a court order to reinstate local government chairmen elected under the Peoples Democratic Party. Addressing journalists in Osogbo on behalf of the leadership of the party on Sunday, ex-Osun Information Commissioner, Mr Sunday Akere, said the Read More

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15 h. ago Experts To Discuss of Consumer Preferences At 2024 Industry Awards

Experts are expected to converge at the sixth edition of the Awards in Lagos, to discuss on the conference theme: ‘Understanding Changing Consumer Preferences in Troubled FMCG’s Space.’ Similarly , the Industry Newspaper, organisers of the Industry Summit/Awards, have announced the panel of judges with the renowned broadcast journalist and business editor of TVC News, […]

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19 h. ago Digital lending reshaping microfinance, expanding access to credit – Assets MFB CEO

The microfinance subsector has become a critical stakeholder in driving financial inclusion. Against this background, the Chief Executive Officer of Assets Micro Finance Bank, Emmanuel Bassey, dwells on the role and challenges facing the subsector in a chat with OLUWAKEMI ABIMBOLA Recently, the Central Bank of Nigeria data revealed that 95.66 per cent of bank Read More

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19 h. ago SMEs must embrace innovation to compete smartly, expert warns

The Chief Executive Officer and Lead Innovator at Lalaa Consulting, Demola Aderibigbe, has warned that small and medium-sized enterprises in Nigeria must harness creativity and innovation if they are to thrive and compete with dominant industry players. Aderibigbe made the call during the maiden edition of the Academy of Creativity, Innovation & Disruption (ACID), which Read More

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21 h. ago Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin as Tinubu seeks support for monarch

Oyo town came alive on Saturday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged to witness the coronation of Oba Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Some of the dignitaries at the event included President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Speaker Read More

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21 h. ago Rape: S’African agencies slam judge for acquitting Nigerian pastor

Some South African government agencies have condemned the acquittal of a Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, after spending eight years in detention for rape charges. The South Africa-based Nigerian pastor alongside his co-defendants, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, was discharged and acquitted of rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking by Gqeberha High Court on Wednesday. Omotoso Read More

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22 h. ago Implement more NNPCL CSR projects in tertiary institutions, NANS tasks Ojulari 

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta    The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, to increase and implement the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects of the company in tertiary institutions across the country.  NANS noted that although the […] The post Implement more NNPCL CSR projects in tertiary institutions, NANS tasks Ojulari  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Former Senate President Ken Nnamani has firmly rejected claims made by Senator Elisha Abbo on Arise News, calling them “false, unfounded, and fabricated.” Abbo, in a Prime Time interview with Charles Aniagolu, alleged his legal troubles stemmed from judicial mismanagement and claimed Nnamani visited him to plead for a judge. Nnamani, […] The post Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Benue govt slams debt profile claims as lies by “bitter exiles”

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue State Government has dismissed recent reports claiming the state’s debt rose from ₦122.5 billion to ₦187.5 billion between September and December 2024, calling these claims false. Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Hyacinth Alia, made this clear in a statement released to journalists in Makurdi on Saturday. He […] The post Benue govt slams debt profile claims as lies by “bitter exiles” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago PICTORIAL: Glamour as dignitaries, royals attend Alaafin’s coronation

Dignitaries from across the nation gathered at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo, on Saturday to witness the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I. The historic event drew a distinguished crowd, including President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu; the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Read More

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33 h. ago NNPP: Aniebonam, Agbo, others remain expelled, party insists

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has insisted that Chief Boniface Aniebonam, Dr. Agbo Major and others who belong to their faction remain expelled from the party. The chairman of the party in Osun State, Dr Tosin Odeyemi in a statement made available to our correspondent on Friday chastised the a […] The post NNPP: Aniebonam, Agbo, others remain expelled, party insists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago PICTORIAL: Miss Osun Joy Raimi crowned Miss World Nigeria 2025

24-year-old Joy Mojisola Raimi representing Osun State has emerged as the winner of the Miss World Nigeria 2025 title. The founder of the Silverbird Group, Ben Murray-Bruce, disclosed this in a post on X.com on Saturday. Bruce wrote, “Congratulations to Joy Mojisola Raimi, the 24-year-old representing Osun State, on being crowned Miss World Nigeria 2025! Read More

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36 h. ago MuslimDate: The Halal Matchmaking App Helping Nigerian Muslims Find Meaningful Connections

Finding a life partner within the guidelines of Islam can be challenging in today’s digital age. MuslimDate, a halal matchmaking app, is revolutionizing how Muslim singles in Nigeria connect by offering a faith-centered, culturally aware, and privacy-focused approach to marriage. Unlike conventional dating apps, MuslimDate is designed exclusively for Muslims seeking genuine, marriage-focused relationships in […] The post MuslimDate: The Halal Matchmaking App Helping Nigerian Muslims Find Meaningful Connections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Bullion Records’ Star Harcher Drops ‘L.O.V.E’ And ‘JO SI (Dance To It)’

Nigerian super star Yusuf Abdul Rahman, popularly known as Harcher, has officially released his highly anticipated singles, “L.O.V.E” and “JO SI (Dance To It)”. Music lovers can now stream and enjoy these fresh hits on all major digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack. These songs, which delve into themes of love and rhythm, […]

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38 h. ago NBA Insists On Due Process In Appointment Of Imo Chief Judge

Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Owerri  branch, has insisted that due process be followed in the appointment of the acting chief judge of Imo State. The association stressed that if for any reason, the most senior judge or judges were by-passed, the rationale for this deviation must be justified. This was made known in a statement […]

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39 h. ago Tinubu Names Sotinrin BoA MD, Abdulsalam Heads Ajaokuta Steel

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new managing director of the Bank of Agriculture (BoA)effective immediately. According to a statement yesterday by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, before this appointment, he held the position of group chief executive officer at SAO Group. His leadership at SAO Agro, an agribusiness company, was marked […]

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42 h. ago Army HQ Conducts Seminar For Troops Of ‘Operation Hadin Kai’

Army Headquarters’ Department of Army Transformation and Innovation has held a seminar for officers and soldiers of “Operation Hadin Kai” at the Officers’ Mess, Maimalari Cantonment in Maiduguri. Speaking , Chief of Transformation and Innovation, Major General O.S. Abai,  stated that the seminar, themed “Lesson Learned Process/Feedback Mechanism”, aimed to enhance operational effectiveness of troops […]

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42 h. ago Supreme Court Removes Abure, Affirms Nenadi Usman As LP Chair

The Supreme Court has overturned the judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja that recognised Julius Abure as the national chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a unanimous decision delivered yesterday in Abuja, a five-member panel of the apex court ruled that the Court of Appeal lacked the jurisdiction to affirm Abure’s position […]

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43 h. ago Confusion as LP factions claim victory after Supreme Court ruling

There was confusion on Friday following the Supreme Court ruling on the leadership of the Labour Party. The Julius Abure-led faction, and the Nenadi Usman-led faction of the party claimed that the Supreme Court ruling validated its leadership. The Supreme Court on Friday set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which […] The post Confusion as LP factions claim victory after Supreme Court ruling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago S’Court: LP affirms Abure as chair, NLC, caretaker panel disagree

The battle for the leadership of the Labour Party took a fresh twist on Friday after the Supreme Court set aside an earlier ruling recognising the Anambra convention that ratified the re-election of the Julius Abure’s National Working Committee. In a unanimous judgment, a five-member panel of the Supreme Court set aside the decision of Read More

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