60 m. ago INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that error in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by the political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance and Complaints Committee (LSC&CC), Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, gave […] The post INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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88 m. ago Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

Atiku Abubakar, former vice president and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), officially resigned his membership of read more Atiku’s exit further weakens Nigeria’s main opposition party

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3 h. ago Troops commended for sustaining pressure against banditry in Zamfara

From John Bassey, Gusau A special assessment team from the Nigerian Defence Headquarters under the leadership of Major General W. B. Idris has commended the troops of operation Fansan Yamma(OPFY) for their dedication and commitment in sustaining pressure against terrorists and criminal elements in Zamfara State  and some parts of Northwest and North Central region. […] The post Troops commended for sustaining pressure against banditry in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has berated former president, Muhammadu Buhari, saying that he added no value to the country. Mr. Sowore, who was also a presidential candidate of Africa Action Congress, in the 2023 general election, described Buhari as an opportunist, who came to power for his personal gains. Recall that the former […] The post Buhari Came To Use Nigeria As Personal Medical Insurance Scheme — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Cultural preservation key to national development — Gani Adams, others

Tribune Online Cultural preservation key to national development — Gani Adams, others Iba Adams stressed the need to respect traditional practices and beliefs, saying that the society must not allow the growing influence of foreign religions Cultural preservation key to national development — Gani Adams, others Tribune Online

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9 h. ago EFCC: Man jailed for failing to declare over N653m at Kano airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice S.M. Shuaibu of the Federal High Court sitting in Kano has sentenced Salisu Ahmad to prison for failing to declare large sums of foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. Ahmad was arrested on July 7, 2025, during a routine customs check while arriving from Saudi Arabia aboard […] The post EFCC: Man jailed for failing to declare over N653m at Kano airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago 20 Suspected Gunrunners, Logistics Suppliers Arrested In Kwara

More than 20 individuals suspected to be involved in gunrunning alongside their logistics suppliers have been arrested in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State. The arrests followed a renewed security crackdown on criminal elements in the area. LEADERSHIP gathered that the crackdown involving nearly 400 special security operatives, was at the instance of the […]

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9 h. ago Senior UK politician issues warning against imposing new levy for foreign students in London

Chancellor Rachel Reeves must not “pull up the drawbridge to international students” by imposing a tax on their university fees, read more Senior UK politician issues warning against imposing new levy for foreign students in London

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10 h. ago EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into the seizure of $20,000 and CFA110,000 by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Seme Border in Lagos State. The foreign currencies were intercepted on Sunday, July 13, 2025, during a patrol by NCS officers along Babapupa […] The post EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars

Laments’ challenges of incomplete form submissions, improper document attachment From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that errors in the submission of personal particulars of candidates by political parties could be potentially detrimental to both the party and its candidate. Its National Commissioner and Chairperson of the Legal Services, Clearance […] The post INEC warns parties of dangers in submitting candidates’ wrong particulars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Naira rebounds to N1,518/$ as banks lift ban on naira card dollar spending

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The naira gained ground against the dollar on Monday, closing at N1,518/$ on the official market, a level it has not seen in the last four months. The local currency’s rally signals a return of confidence to Nigeria’s foreign exchange market, coming after weeks of steady interventions by the Central Bank […] The post Naira rebounds to N1,518/$ as banks lift ban on naira card dollar spending appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago It’s Shameful Our Leaders Seek Medical Care, Die In Foreign Hospitals — NMA

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has decried the growing trend of Nigerian political leaders seeking medical care abroad, saying it is a major indictment on the country’s crumbling health system. NMA’s first vice president, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu stated this during an interview on Arise Television, monitored by our correspondent, Tuesday night. Dr. Olowojebutu lamented the […]

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13 h. ago Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded to criticism over his absence at former President Muhammadu Buhari’s burial on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Daura, Katsina State. Obi, absent at the high-profile ceremony, told Arise TV on Wednesday, July 16, that logistics issues prevented his attendance. “It was difficult to come yesterday because […] The post Katsina Airport Closure Stopped Me From Attending Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has knocked former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi for failing to attend late president Muhammadu Buhari’s burial in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday. Speaking in a statement on Tuesday, via his X Page, Omokri said that Obi’s absence at the late Buhari’s burial showed his disposition towards Northern region. He […] The post “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Malnutrition: Borno govt, UNICEF to set up therapeutic food factory

Tribune Online Malnutrition: Borno govt, UNICEF to set up therapeutic food factory Gana explained that approximately two million children in the North-East suffer from malnutrition, with over 700,000 battling severe acute malnutrition. Malnutrition: Borno govt, UNICEF to set up therapeutic food factory Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura

Tribune Online Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura “Campaigning to be President was important enough for him to visit Ilorin, but Buhari, the modern-day Ahmadu Bello of the North, was not important enough for him to visit Daura. And he wants to North to vote for him in 2027? The same man who promised to unleash “religious war” on the Muslim Ummah?" Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura Tribune Online

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17 h. ago The talent crisis is real, but companies are looking in the wrong place

For decades, companies have relied on the same narrow hiring playbook: screen for degrees, filter for years of experience, and read more The talent crisis is real, but companies are looking in the wrong place

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18 h. ago PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Over 500 candidates undergoing screening in Northwest zone for Overseas Scholarship by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) have promised their commitment to bringing development and progress to oil and industry in the country at the end of their training if given the opportunity. PTDF officials and relevant stakeholders have embarked […] The post PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Some Of Buhari’s Appointees Betrayed His Trust, Worsened Corruption — Bagos

Former lawmaker, Dachung Bagos, has said that some appointees of ex- president Muhammadu Buhari betrayed the trust placed in them. Bagos who had represented Jos South/East Federal Constituency, Plateau State, noted that their actions led to worsening of corruption during Buhari’s administration. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, the former lawmaker, noted that Buhari’s […] The post Some Of Buhari’s Appointees Betrayed His Trust, Worsened Corruption — Bagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill

By Adesuwa Tsan Prince Tonye Princewill was once the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of Action Congress and Labour Party but resigned from active party politics in order to focus on other interests. Last week, he was appointed Chairman, Board of Trustees for University of Port Harcourt alumni, and at the fringes of his inauguration, he […] The post Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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