5 h. ago I wasn’t prepared for traditional stool – Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba

Gbong Gwom Jos and Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, and former Controller-General of Customs, His Royal Majesty, Gyang Buba, speaks to JAMES ABRAHAM on how he joined the Customs before becoming a monarch, security challenges in Plateau State, among other issues Can you tell us about your background and upbringing? Read More

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10 h. ago Release detained members, or face legal action, Shi’ites tell FG

The Islamic Movement in Nigeria popularly called Shi’ites group, has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian Army to release their detained members, including no fewer than 60 minors allegedly arrested and detained, or face legal action. The demand was made on Friday at a press briefing by the Shi’ites’ legal team led by Read More

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14 h. ago Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said President Bola Tinubu’s security infrastructure has failed to secure the lives and property of Nigerians. According to him, Nigerians are being forced to get get to news of wanton killings across the country on a daily basis. Atiku said this in a statement shared on X […] The post Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Kaduna: Governor Uba Sani has revamped health sector – Commissioner  

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna   Governor Uba Sani has revamped the entire health sector in Kaduna State, through infrastructural development, facilities upgrade and equipping of Primary as well as Secondary Health Care facilities in the last 22 months.   The Commissioner of Health, Hajiya Umma Ahmad who disclosed this at a ministerial press briefing which […] The post Kaduna: Governor Uba Sani has revamped health sector – Commissioner   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Contract racketeering: PDP chieftain demands EFCC probe of Ebonyi commissioners

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, Moses Idika, on Friday, called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to commence an immediate investigation into the alleged involvement of some government officials recently arrested on the order of Governor Francis Nwifuru for contract racketeering. Idika, who made the appeal in a statement Read More

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18 h. ago BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin   BEDC Electricity Plc has expressed confidence in the newly enacted Edo State Electricity Law, describing it as a landmark policy that promotes a healthy collaboration in the state. The company said that it also fosters healthy competition and consumer protection while creating a conducive business environment for all stakeholders in […] The post BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reacted to rumours about his health. Wike said that there was never a time he collapsed or was flown abroad for medical treatment. Speaking during an inspection tour of some ongoing projects in Abuja on Thursday, the former governor of Rivers State stated that those people […] The post “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago “Come Watch Me Win” – Portable Tells Burna Boy Ahead Of Fight With Speed Darlington

Nigerian singer Portable has kicked off intensive training in preparation for his upcoming boxing showdown with Speed Darlington, following a growing feud between the two musicians. The rivalry between the two began when Speed Darlington invited Portable to perform at his April concert. However, a dispute over performance fees soon escalated into a war of […] The post “Come Watch Me Win” – Portable Tells Burna Boy Ahead Of Fight With Speed Darlington appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December

Tribune Online Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Lagos State Government is poised to take full regulatory control of electricity in the state by December, according to Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye. This development comes as the state prepares to host the inaugural Lagos Energy Summit 2025, themed “Journey to Energy for All”. Ogunleye revealed that the state government […] Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm

Tribune Online Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm It can be recalled that the multi-billion Naira remodelled Government House was commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on 18th May 2024. Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Delta govt calls for collective action as flood sweeps away vehicles, motorbikes in Agbor

Tribune Online Delta govt calls for collective action as flood sweeps away vehicles, motorbikes in Agbor Delta State government has called on residents, stakeholders, and organisations to take collective and proactive measures in mitigating the impact of natural disasters. Delta govt calls for collective action as flood sweeps away vehicles, motorbikes in Agbor Tribune Online

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21 h. ago 60% Of Corruption Cases In LGAs Linked To Healthcare, Infrastructure — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu has revealed that over 60 per cent of corruption cases investigated by the Commission at the local government level were linked to diversion of public funds intended for critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities. The ICPC chairman stated this during a […]

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21 h. ago Homecoming: My Husband Came Up With Helicopter Idea To Outsmart Kogi Govt’s Traps — Natasha

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has revealed that her husband came up with the idea of using a helicopter for her recent visit to her constituency for a homecoming Sallah party, following restrictions imposed by the Kogi State government on political gatherings and convoys. Akpoti-Uduaghan made this known during an interview on Channels […]

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26 h. ago Muslims urged to sustain Ramadan virtues as Saudi Arabia feeds 1,200 in Kwara

Tribune Online Muslims urged to sustain Ramadan virtues as Saudi Arabia feeds 1,200 in Kwara Muslims across the country have been urged to sustain the virtues learned during the month of Ramadan. This comes as the Saudi Arabian embassy provided food for 1,200 Muslim residents in Ilorin, Kwara State. A Professor of Islamic Law, Abdulrazzaq Abdulmajeed Alaro, offered this advice while speaking with newsmen in Ilorin, the state capital. Alaro, […] Muslims urged to sustain Ramadan virtues as Saudi Arabia feeds 1,200 in Kwara Tribune Online

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28 h. ago “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians

Independent National Electoral Commission has denied claim made by some Nigerians that it is taking side over the ongoing recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission noted that it has been transparent over the exercise, contrary to claim saying that it has been partisan. Speaking during a show via Channels Television on Thursday, Chief […] The post “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Nigeria advances geospatial technology for smart city development

Nigeria is making significant strides in geospatial technology, a crucial tool for building smart cities and modern infrastructure across the country. The Surveyor-General of the Federation, Abdulganiyu Adebomehin, said this at a one-day workshop on Thursday on the use cases for the very high-resolution drone imagery and street view data collected for part of the Read More

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29 h. ago Edo poll: Again, APC, PDP trade words over tribunal judgment

The Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress on Thursday, again, reignited a war of words over the judgment of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal delivered on Wednesday, affirming the victory of APC’s Governor Monday Okpebholo. While the PDP rejected the judgment as a violation of judicial impartiality, the APC hailed it Read More

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30 h. ago Rivers govt cancels all pending procurement, tender processes

• Women urge Tinubu to lift Fubara’s suspension The Rivers State Government has cancelled all pending procurement and tender processes in compliance with the Supreme Court judgement. The Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), made the remark in a special announcement, signed and issued by Prof Ibibia Worika, the Secretary to the State Government […] The post Rivers govt cancels all pending procurement, tender processes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Adeleke knocks APC for criticising N159bn infrastructure projects

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Thursday accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of failing to deliver on the N100bn infrastructural projects he launched in the last quarter of 2023. The opposition party subsequently declared that the second phase of the infrastructural plan, under which the governor proposed to spend N159bn on various Read More

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32 h. ago Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater

Tribune Online Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), philanthropist, and alumnus of the Ogedengbe School of Science, Ilesa, Prince Oluwaseun Adeloye Famoriyo Sabalo, on Thursday, donated a block of two classrooms and a staff office building to the school as his contribution to giving back to his alma mater. Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater Tribune Online

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