95 m. ago Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday officially accepted the departure of Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the conclusion of his second term. According to a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, to honour his service, the President conferred […] The post Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, as they read more Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

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5 d. ago Shettima returns to Abuja after UNGA80 outing, strategic Germany talks

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalolye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja following a highly impactful diplomatic mission that saw him represent President Bola Tinubu at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, as well as engage in significant strategic discussions in Germany. According to a statement by his […] The post Shettima returns to Abuja after UNGA80 outing, strategic Germany talks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Shettima assures Nigerians in US of strong partnership under Tinubu administration

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has given a reassuring message to Nigerians living in the diaspora, promising more robust engagement in the policies and programmes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Shettima stressed that Nigeria […] The post Shettima assures Nigerians in US of strong partnership under Tinubu administration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Russia rejects NATO attack claims, vows tough retaliation if provoked

At the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Saturday,  Sergei Lavrov, Russia’s foreign minister sought to dispel fears read more Russia rejects NATO attack claims, vows tough retaliation if provoked

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1 week ago Kaduna Govt, Gates Foundation To Pursue People – driven Development

Kaduna State government and the Gates Foundation have signed the Kaduna Mutual Accountability Framework (KaMAF) to strengthen strategic collaboration, accountability and sustainable development. The ceremony, held on the sidelines of the ongoing United Nations General Assembly Conference in New York, United States (US) represents a shared dedication to supporting sustainable development in the state through […]

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1 week ago US Bars Iranian Officials Attending UNGA From Bulk Shopping, Luxury Purchases

The United States has barred Iranian officials attending the ongoing 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, from engaging in what it described as a “shopping spree,” restricting their ability to purchase bulk household goods and luxury items. According to a notice published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, Iranian diplomats and visiting […]

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1 week ago UNGA80: Shettima in bilateral meetings with Namibia’s President, Gates Foundation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, engaged in key bilateral meetings with Namibia’s President and the Gates Foundation, ahead of delivering Nigeria’s national statement on behalf of President Bola Tinubu. At the UNGA, where […] The post UNGA80: Shettima in bilateral meetings with Namibia’s President, Gates Foundation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Let 80th UNGA be remembered for actions, Nigeria’s Women Affairs Minister urges global community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja On the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, in a compelling address, positioned Nigeria at the forefront of global efforts to achieve gender equality. Speaking at the High-Level Meeting commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference […] The post Let 80th UNGA be remembered for actions, Nigeria’s Women Affairs Minister urges global community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UNGA80: Shettima markets Nigeria’s $200bn energy transition opportunity to investors in New York

• says country positioned as natural hub for AfCFTA’s $3.4trn market From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 22, 2025, Vice President Kashim Shettima passionately showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity, urging global investors to seize the vast multi-faceted prospects available […] The post UNGA80: Shettima markets Nigeria’s $200bn energy transition opportunity to investors in New York appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UNGA80: Tinubu urges Africa to take charge of its mineral wealth, vows Nigeria’s lead in mineral

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, President Bola Tinubu on Monday made a compelling call for Africa to completely overhaul how it finances and manages its mineral resources. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Second Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) High-Level Roundtable […] The post UNGA80: Tinubu urges Africa to take charge of its mineral wealth, vows Nigeria’s lead in mineral-led renaissance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ILO DG to launch landmark report on social justice at UN General Assembly

Tribune Online ILO DG to launch landmark report on social justice at UN General Assembly The Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO), Gilbert F. Houngbo, is set to unveil a historic report on global social justice during the high-level week of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The groundbreaking report, titled The State of Social Justice: A Work in Progress, represents the first comprehensive review […] ILO DG to launch landmark report on social justice at UN General Assembly Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu Praises UN’s Peace Legacy, Others At 80th Anniversary In New York

  Vice President Kashim Shettima, Monday morning, praised the United Nations’ (UN) legacy of peace, protection of human dignity, and entrenchment of developmental goals. Shettima spoke at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Hall at the United Nations Headquarters in New York during the high-level meeting commemorating the 80th anniversary of the United Nations General […]

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: VP Shettima Departs Abuja For UN General Assembly In New York

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, holding in New York, United States of America. The session will be held from Monday, September 22 to Sunday, September 28, 2025. Senator Shettima, who is representing President Bola Tinubu at the global event will deliver Nigeria’s […]

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2 w. ago VP Shettima Leads Nigeria’s Delegation To 80th UN General Assembly

President Bola Tinubu has directed his deputy, Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly holding in New York, United States of America between Monday, September 22 and Sunday 28, 2025. According to a statement by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, VP Shettima, who is scheduled […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu To Attend Yari’s Son’s Wedding, Visit Buhari’s Widow In Kaduna Friday

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Friday, September 19, for a visit to Kaduna, the capital of Kaduna State. According to a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu will attend the wedding ceremony between Nasirudeen Yari and Safiyya Shehu Idris during the visit. Nasirudeen is the son of the lawmaker representing Zamfara […]

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3 w. ago Vacation Judge Declines To Grant Nnamdi Kanu’s Request For Transfer From DSS’ Custody

Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has refused to hear a motion filed by Biafra nation agitator, Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to the National Hospital, Abuja, for urgent medical attention. The judge said his fiat to sit as a […]

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3 w. ago IPOB: Court declines hearing of Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has declined hearing on a motion filed by detained leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of the  Department of  State Service (DSS) to National Hospital in Abuja, for urgent medical attention. Justice […] The post IPOB: Court declines hearing of Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Court declines hearing Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has declined to hear a motion filed by the detained leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to the National Hospital in Abuja for urgent medical […] The post Court declines hearing Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Court Declines Hearing Of Kanu’s Motion Seeking Transfer From DSS To Hospital

  Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to hear a motion filed by Biafra nation agitator, Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of Department of the State Services (DSS) to the National Hospital in Abuja, for urgent medical attention. The Judge said his fiat to […]

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