39 m. ago Buni Visits Chad, Calls For Coordinated Security Efforts To Protect Region

Yobe State governor and chairman of the Lake Chad Governors’ Forum, Hon. Mai Mala  Buni, chaired his first meeting with the Lake Chad Basin Commission at its headquarters in Ndjamena, Chad, as the forum’s chairman. Speaking during a meeting, he said, “The inaugural engagement between the Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum and Lake Chad Basin […]

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3 h. ago You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu

Prof. James Ayatse, Tor Tiv, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to restore permanent peace in Nigeria and Benue State in particular. The Chairman of Benue Traditional Council said his people had made a lot of sacrifices to keep Nigeria united and wondered why they were being isolated for extermination. “Many of […] The post You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid

Tribune Online Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid IN a significant diplomatic drive on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola engaged in high-level meetings with leaders from several island nations to solicit support for Nigeria’s bid for election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization […] Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF) Senator George Akume has condoled the people of Yelewata and the entire Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State over the June 13 killings in their community. Senator Akume also called on them to remain calm and steadfast as […] The post Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director

Tribune Online Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director THE Redeemer’s University has appointed Mr Adetunji Adeleye as the pioneer Director of Corporate Affairs. The appointment takes effect from 16th May, 2025, to his retirement. The institution’s Governing Council is expected to ratify his appointment at its next meeting. He obtained a Bachelor of Science in International Relations in 1998 from the prestigious Obafemi […] Redeemer’s University appoints Adetunji Adeleye as pioneer corporate affairs director Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Some Politicians Prefer To Worsen Crisis, Have State Of Emergency In Benue — Monarch

Chairman of Benue State Traditional Council, James Ayatse, has accused some politicians of deliberately politicising the state’s security crisis and allegedly wishing for the situation to deteriorate. Mr. James led this out during a stakeholders meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Makurdi on Wednesday. The traditional leader decried what he described as ‘political games’ being […] The post Some Politicians Prefer To Worsen Crisis, Have State Of Emergency In Benue — Monarch appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Nigeria launches Community of Practice on Inclusive Green Jobs policy

The Sun In a bold step towards aligning climate ambition with employment equity, Nigeria has inaugurated a multi-stakeholder Community of Practice (CoP) on Inclusive Green Jobs aimed at developing a national framework to support green skills, job creation, and coordinated policy reform. Convened by the House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy, with technical leadership […] The post Nigeria launches Community of Practice on Inclusive Green Jobs policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace

Tribune Online Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace The Dean of College of Health Sciences, Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji in Osun State, has lamented the food insecurity in the country with the attendant ripple effects on other sectors of the national economy. He made the remarks in a lecture titled: Resilient food systems: a foundation for sustainable national development, he delivered at […] Prof Afolayan laments food insecurity, demands concerted efforts to tackle menace Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Anambra govt approves N9.6bn for erosion control, infrastructure projects

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has approved new contracts worth over ₦9.6 billion aimed at tackling erosion and flood issues, improving road infrastructure, upgrading public institutions, and supporting educational development across the state. The approvals were made during the 11th ANSEC meeting held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the […] The post Anambra govt approves N9.6bn for erosion control, infrastructure projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago FG seeks varsities’ support on climate change, renewable energy solutions

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged universities to join hands in promoting evidence-based research on climate change and renewable energy solutions to support its net zero green transition pathway by 2060. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, who made the call at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, during […] The post FG seeks varsities’ support on climate change, renewable energy solutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Killings: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS tells Tinubu 

…says Yewalta’s massacre tantamount to ethnic cleansing  Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration to declare a State of Emergency in Benue State to halt the incessant killings allegedly being perpetrated by suspected killer herdsmen. The student body noted that the coordinated overnight killings […] The post Killings: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS tells Tinubu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio

Tribune Online Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called for transparency, factual evidence, and responsible public engagement over serious allegations involving Senator Godswill Akpabio. Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns

Joint State-local govt accounts now conduit for siphoning public funds, undermines autonomy — CISLAC   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The appointment and election of incompetent individuals to leadership positions in Nigeria’s local government councils are significantly undermining governance and fueling corruption at the grassroots level, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other […] The post Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago ECOWAS Reacts To US Visa Restrictions, Says It’s A Blow To Regional Prosperity

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chair of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has expressed deep concern over reports suggesting that all ECOWAS member-states may be affected by a new wave of United States visa restrictions. This concern came after reports suggest that under President Donald Trump, the US government was […]

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19 h. ago Maritime Varsity Appoints Prof Oluwafemi As New Vice Chancellor

The Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State has appointed Professor Flora Tobolayefa Oluwafemi as the new Vice Chancellor of the institution. Announcing the appointment, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Mr. Abdullahi Bardi, said Professor Oluwafemi was selected after a competitive process that spanned three months involving expert evaluations, public advertisement, and transparent […]

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20 h. ago PEBEC launches nationwide tour to boost ease of doing business across Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance Nigeria’s business climate, the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has announced a nationwide tour set to commence on June 23, 2025.  This ambitious initiative aims to drive reforms that will simplify business operations across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The tour, […] The post PEBEC launches nationwide tour to boost ease of doing business across Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation

Tribune Online Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation "As Chairman of the Privatization Council, I carried out the responsibilities in line with established procedures and in the best interest of the nation, which was widely acknowledged by both local and international communities,” he said. Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS

Tribune Online Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS Simultaneously, the former Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Nsa Gill, has been reassigned as the Special Adviser on Public Affairs to the Governor. Cross River: Gov Otu reshuffles media team, appoints new CPS Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council

Tribune Online Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council According to the NCC, the appointments reflect confidence in the individuals' capacity, commitment, and character to lead with integrity as the movement continues its mission to mobilise citizens for a better Nigeria. Osun: Obidient Movement appoints interim state coordinating council Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Benue killings: Group calls for urgent action to address insecurity

Tribune Online Benue killings: Group calls for urgent action to address insecurity The Partners West Africa Nigeria (PWAN) a Non-Governmental Organisation focusing on Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative has called on federal government for coordinated action at all levels of government to address the worsening security crisis in Benue State. This was contained in a press statement issued signed by Mr. Ogechukwu Mohanye said the “The […] Benue killings: Group calls for urgent action to address insecurity Tribune Online

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