65 m. ago Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has announced a change in his official schedule, postponing his planned visit to Kaduna State to instead travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the shift comes as part of intensified efforts by […] The post Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Peter Obi knocks Tinubu for not visiting Benue amid killings

By Seyi Babalola Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has slammed President Bola Tinubu for failing to visit Benue State despite the ongoing killings. Obi said in a Monday morning post on X that it demonstrated Tinubu’s disregard for human life. He cited occurrences in India and South Africa as […] The post Peter Obi knocks Tinubu for not visiting Benue amid killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Benue killings: What Tinubu told me at private meeting — Gov Alia

Tribune Online Benue killings: What Tinubu told me at private meeting — Gov Alia “If President Bola Tinubu didn’t have an understanding of what is going on, he won’t be giving us full support” Benue killings: What Tinubu told me at private meeting — Gov Alia Tribune Online

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6 h. ago 2027: Sidelining Shettima Is Dangerous For APC’s Unity – Bashir Ahmad Warns

Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad has cautioned leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the perceived sidelining of Vice President Kashim Shettima during a North-East meeting held to endorse President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027. The Sunday event, attended by top APC figures including National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and Zonal Leader […] The post 2027: Sidelining Shettima Is Dangerous For APC’s Unity – Bashir Ahmad Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Apostle Suleman Blasts Politicians Thinking Of 2027 Elections Amid Benue Massacre, Calls For Self

General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has berated President President Bola Tinubu’s led administration over the recent killings in Benue State. Recall that more than 200 persons, including Internally Displaced Persons,  security personnel, were killed on the 13th of June, 2025 by suspected herdsmen in Yelewata and Daudu communities in Guma Local […] The post Apostle Suleman Blasts Politicians Thinking Of 2027 Elections Amid Benue Massacre, Calls For Self-defense appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Provide humanitarian aid to Benue attack victims, Group tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Provide humanitarian aid to Benue attack victims, Group tells Tinubu "To publicly and firmly engage the Presidency, making it clear that some of the so-called Benue representatives in Abuja are detached from the sufferings of our people." Provide humanitarian aid to Benue attack victims, Group tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Senator Girei Extols President Tinubu’s Leadership Style, Pragmatism

Senator Abubakar Girei, a prominent figure in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and former representative of Adamawa Central in the Nigerian Senate, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership approach. In a conversation with LEADERSHIP, Senator Girei said that President Tinubu’s pragmatic and decisive governance style, particularly in addressing Nigeria’s long-standing economic challenges, is […]

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8 h. ago Promotion Of Youth Dev’t By Tinubu’s Administration Excites Northern Stakeholders Forum

  The Northern Stakeholders Forum of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s strides in promoting youth development. A communique issued at the weekend after its NEC/Caucus meeting in Kaduna said that while commending the efforts of the federal government, state governors, and security […]

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8 h. ago Kokori’s sacrifices warrant GCON, not just CON — Family tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Kokori’s sacrifices warrant GCON, not just CON — Family tells Tinubu “But with great humility and in the spirit of justice and historical clarity, the Kokori family appeals to President Tinubu to further elevate this recognition.” Kokori’s sacrifices warrant GCON, not just CON — Family tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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8 h. ago 2027: Kaduna North Endorses Tinubu, Sani, Abbas For Reelection

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Kaduna North senatorial district, otherwise known as Zone 1, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Kaduna State governor Uba Sani and the speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas for second term. The stakeholders including former governor, serving and former ministers, members of the National and […]

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9 h. ago 2023: “Was Seyi Blind Not To See Us Campaign For His Father In Markets Like Mad People?” — Alapini Blasts Tinubu For Neglecting Old Yoruba Actors

Veteran actor Ganiyu Nofiu often known as Alapini has voiced his disappointment over the lack of appreciation from President Bola Tinubu and his inner circle, despite the sacrifices made by entertainers during the election campaign. In a recent interview shared on X on Sunday, the actor expressed his frustration, recalling how he and many others […] The post 2023: “Was Seyi Blind Not To See Us Campaign For His Father In Markets Like Mad People?” — Alapini Blasts Tinubu For Neglecting Old Yoruba Actors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation

Tribune Online Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue State. The president said this in a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday. President Tinubu renewed his order in the wake of the latest round of reprisal attacks […] Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation Tribune Online

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11 h. ago June 12: Activists Make Case For Walter Carrington, Others To Receive National Honours

A group of activists under the aegis of Quintessential Professionals has called on President Bola Tinubu to posthumously honour former United States Ambassador to Nigeria Walter Carrington for his role in the struggle for the revalidation of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Carrington, who served as U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria between 1993 and 1997, […]

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12 h. ago 2025 ILC: MINILS hails Tinubu on decent job creation, retention, minimum wage

By Bimbola Oyesola   The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s efforts towards job retention, decent job creation and job-led economic reforms in the last two years have been highlighted as instrumental to industrial harmony in the country. Director-general of the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies,(MINILS), Ilorin, Kwara State, Issa Aremu, speaking on the […] The post 2025 ILC: MINILS hails Tinubu on decent job creation, retention, minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago SERAP Seeks Presidential Probe Of June 12 Annulment, Amendment Of Electoral Act

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to establish a presidential panel to investigate the annulment of the June 12, 1993, elections and identify those responsible for the deliberate violations of Nigerians’ democratic rights. SERAP also urged President Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister […]

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13 h. ago Siege of underdevelopment, marginalisation now over in Ogun West –Yayi

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has said years of siege of underdevelopment and marginalisation in the senatorial district were over, through the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu and his qualitative representation at the national assembly. Adeola, chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, […] The post Siege of underdevelopment, marginalisation now over in Ogun West –Yayi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NCRIB urges FG to prioritise insurance as driver for $1trn economy

Tribune Online NCRIB urges FG to prioritise insurance as driver for $1trn economy The Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prioritise insurance as a key driver in achieving a $1 trillion economy. Executive Secretary of NCRIB, Mr Tope Adaramola made the call during an interview with newsmen in Lagos. Mr. Adaramola said the insurance sector has vast potential to support […] NCRIB urges FG to prioritise insurance as driver for $1trn economy Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes

By Ikemefuna Ozobi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Democracy Day address to the joint session of the National Assembly on June 12, 2025, came at a critical juncture in Nigeria’s democratic and economic trajectory. While his speech was rhetorically polished, historically expansive and symbolically generous, it also appeared tone-deaf to the economic suffering endured by ordinary […] The post Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue read more Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

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18 h. ago Tinubu orders security crackdown, calls for reconciliation to end Benue crisis

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has renewed his directive to security agencies to implement earlier orders aimed at restoring lasting peace and security in Benue State following a recent wave of deadly reprisal attacks. In a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, the President reaffirmed the administration’s […] The post Tinubu orders security crackdown, calls for reconciliation to end Benue crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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