2 h. ago How the North East can be the next Silicon Valley in Nigeria, by Umara

Mohammed Bukar Umara is the Chief Executive Officer, Co-Development Hub and Fellow Mandela Washington fellowship for young African Leaders. In read more How the North East can be the next Silicon Valley in Nigeria, by Umara

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7 h. ago Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS

By Billy Graham, Abel Yola   Chief of Staff to the Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Dr. Edgar Amos, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled,“Fintiri […] The post Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago CBN to remit 80% profit as financial instruments hit 24.27trn

…Says currency printing, related costs gulp ₦238m By Chinwendu Obienyi In what may be turned a complete rebound from last year’s dismal performance, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that it will remit 80 per cent of its 2024 profit to the Federal Government in line with the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2011. The […] The post CBN to remit 80% profit as financial instruments hit 24.27trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North

The Defence Headquarters recently revealed the arrest of two security personnel involved in aiding terrorist activities in the North-East of Nigeria. The two men, part of hybrid forces working with the military to combat insurgency, were detained during a series of operations conducted between April 26 and April 29, 2025. These operations targeted areas such […] The post Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North-East appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal 

By Obinna Nwachukwu When Spanish football fans speak of a “remontada,” they remember the electrifying nights when FC Barcelona staged miraculous comebacks against overwhelming odds.  In Imo State’s evolving political landscape, a similar narrative is taking shape. Former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, who served from 2007 to 2011, is now preparing for his own remarkable comeback—a […] The post Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North

…Predicts possibility of defeating Tinubu is slim, but his margin of victory may be higher than what brought him to power in 2023 By Daniel Kanu Dr Rexkennedy Saltlove, a human rights activist and public affairs commentator, is the president/executive director, Citizens Rights and Empowerment Advocacy Initiative (CREMA Initiative). In this chat, he spoke on […] The post Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North-South divide – Dr Saltlove appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral

By Philip Nwosu Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun joined former governors, political leaders, and family on Thursday, May 1, at a funeral to honour Pa Ayodele Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on April 5, 2025, at 92. The funeral, coordinated by his son, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo—an APC chieftain and Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting—celebrated the […] The post Ogun governor, other dignitaries honour Pa Ayodele Senbanjo at funeral appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to addressing insecurity in Nigeria’s North West, vowing to reclaim forests that have become havens for bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists. Speaking at a state dinner in Katsina, Tinubu stressed that advanced surveillance and technology would be used to combat the growing threat. He highlighted the need for collaboration […] The post We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, to demonstrate honesty amid ongoing political crisis in the oil rich state. Wike disclosed this in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Saturday. He also tasked Governor Fubara […] The post Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition

By Billy Graham Abel, Yola Dr. Edgar Amos, the chief of staff to the Adamawa state governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled […] The post Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Premier League: Top five exciting fixtures to watch this weekend

The English Premier League springs to life this weekend with a thrilling lineup of fixtures as the season edges closer read more Premier League: Top five exciting fixtures to watch this weekend

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26 h. ago Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The senator representing Sokoto North senatorial district Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko has declared that the performance of Governor Ahmed Aliyu in the past two years has surpassed expectations, silencing critics who once doubted his capability to lead Sokoto State. Speaking during the inauguration of the newly renovated and remodelled Hassan Dan Mu’azu […] The post Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago SGF urges religious leaders to foster unity, peaceful existence

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has called on religious leaders to actively collaborate with the Federal Government to promote national unity and peaceful coexistence, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Receiving a delegation led by Chairman of the Northern Pentecostal and Charismatic Bishops […] The post SGF urges religious leaders to foster unity, peaceful existence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago PAPSD Condemns State Of Emergency Calls On Zamfara, Labels Move Politically

The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has strongly condemned growing calls for a state of emergency declaration in Zamfara State, describing the agitation as politically-motivated, unconstitutional, and a desperate attempt to derail Governor Dauda Lawal’s developmental agenda. In a press statement released on Saturday in Abuja, PAPSD’s Executive Director, Dr. […]

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30 h. ago Religious Leaders Must Champion National Unity, Says SGF Akume

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has made a passionate appeal to religious leaders to collaborate with the Federal Government in order to strengthen national security and unity, in-line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. The SGF made the appeal while receiving a delegation of clergymen under the […]

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30 h. ago Finding the root causes of insecurity is the sustainable means of addressing it – Adebayo

Recently, the spate of insecurity and continued killings in Plateau and Benue States has attracted the attention of prominent politicians read more Finding the root causes of insecurity is the sustainable means of addressing it – Adebayo

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33 h. ago Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague

•FG lacks political will, courage to address insecurity   As the insecurity in the country continues to fester, the leader of the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, has urged the government to stop negotiating with bandits and Boko Haram or consider any form of amnesty for them. He said the government should […] The post Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago My marital status, past controversies can’t stop me from being Anambra gov

By Rita Okoye   You’ve transitioned from a career in Nollywood to politics. What inspired this significant shift? My Nollywood journey and my political journey are two different things. None of them gets in the way of either. But I didn’t see myself being a leader, at least not this early. I knew there was […] The post My marital status, past controversies can’t stop me from being Anambra gov appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago I’m not ashamed of my body enhancement surgery –Tayo Faniran

By Rita Okoye   Akintayo John Faniran, the charismatic and memorable runner-up of Big Brother Africa Season 9, has revealed why he decided to undergo cosmetic enhancements, viewing them as an extension of his artistic expression. During an interview with Nollywood on Radio, the actor and businessman, widely known as Tayo, didn’t shy away from […] The post I’m not ashamed of my body enhancement surgery –Tayo Faniran appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Egypt 2025: Nigeria promises Morocco hard fight for early ticket into quarter finals

Another North African delicacy is served to the Flying Eagles as they confront Morocco in Group B’s top-of-the-table clash at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium in Cairo on Sunday evening. Auwal Ibrahim’s 37th minute strike snatched the maximum points against the Tunisians on Thursday, but Morocco then upstaged a very good Kenyan side 3-2 […] The post Egypt 2025: Nigeria promises Morocco hard fight for early ticket into quarter finals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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