19 h. ago Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners 

Declares allegiance to governor  From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Executive Council of Osun State Government has denied the rumour that Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared their loyalty to his government. Speaking at a press conference organised by 25 commissioners and 10 special advisers on Monday, […] The post Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

The Osun State Executive Council has unanimously expressed its solidarity and unwavering support for Governor Ademola Adeleke. read more Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

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35 h. ago NAF appoints AVM as Professor, reaffirms commitment to academic excellence

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Governing Council of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), has approved the appointment of Air Vice Marshal OC Ubadike as Professor of Aerospace Engineering. The appointment according to NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, is a landmark achievement for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) […] The post NAF appoints AVM as Professor, reaffirms commitment to academic excellence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago NAF’s first serving AVM promoted to professor, reaffirms R&D commitment

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Governing Council of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has appointed Air Vice Marshal (AVM) OC Ubadike as Professor of Aerospace Engineering, marking him as the first serving Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officer to achieve this rank. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame described […] The post NAF’s first serving AVM promoted to professor, reaffirms R&D commitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Insecurity: Yoruba Youth Council Calls For State Of Emergency In Zamfara

The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State to restore peace and stability. The call comes amid deepening political crisis and worsening security situation in the state. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Comrade Eric Oluwole, the YYC expressed concern over the […]

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4 d. ago Tafawa Balewa University Sacks Lecturer Over Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Married Woman

The Governing Council of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in Bauchi State, has dismissed a senior lecturer, identified as Dr Usman Aliyu, over allegations of sexual harassment involving a married postgraduate student, Mrs Kamila Aliyu. It was gathered that Director, Information and Public Relations of the institution, Zailani Bappa, disclosed this in an interview with the […] The post Tafawa Balewa University Sacks Lecturer Over Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Married Woman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Local Gov’t Chairman Narrowly Escapes Bandits’ Attack In Sokoto

Suspected insurgents linked to the Islamic State in the Sahel Province (ISSP), locally referred to as Lakurawa, have launched a violent attack on Kalenjini town, the hometown of Isa Kalenjini, chairman of Tangaza local government area council in Sokoto State. Eyewitnesses reported that the coordinated assault occurred shortly after the local government chairman left his […]

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8 d. ago Poverty Eradication: Jigawa Govt Engages 170 Youths In Agriculture

As part of its commitment to tackling poverty and promoting self-reliance, the Birninkudu local government in Jigawa State has provided land and agricultural inputs to over 170 youths engaged in agribusiness. Speaking at a ceremony to celebrate the beneficiaries and showcase their harvested wheat, the local government council chairman, Hon. Muhammad Uba, said the programme […]

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1 week ago FG Retreat Concludes With Call For Enhanced Synergy Among MDAs

The federal government through Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has concluded retreat for Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) chair with the Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasizing the need for enhanced synergy among government agencies to foster a robust business environment in Nigeria. Shettima stressed that decisions made during the retreat must reflect […]

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1 week ago NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant collaboration, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have agreed to produce a comprehensive publication documenting the economic and tourism potentials of all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative aims to accelerate investment, promote tourism, and support the economic development […] The post NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2028 IMO GOVERNORSHIP: Owerri must engage and negotiate with Okigwe Zone or face regret — Prof Protus Uzoma: Orlu Elders Council Secretary

As political permutations gather momentum ahead of the 2028 Imo governorship election, the Secretary of the Orlu Elders Council, Professor Protus Uzoma, has issued a stern warning to political leaders from Owerri zone, urging them to engage Okigwe zone in sincere negotiations over the state’s political future or risk severe political consequences. Uzoma, in a […] The post 2028 IMO GOVERNORSHIP: Owerri must engage and negotiate with Okigwe Zone or face regret — Prof Protus Uzoma: Orlu Elders Council Secretary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Investment In Youths Panacea To Ending Boko Haram Insurgency, Banditry — Zulum

Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has hosted Northern Traditional Rulers Council for its 7th Executive Committee Meeting in Maiduguri on Tuesday, where he emphasised that peacebuilding and investment in the teeming youths across the North will tackle the rising insecurity plaguing the people of the region. The meeting, with the theme “Enhanced Security As […]

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1 week ago Nigeria Maritime Varsity Appoints Registrar, Other Principal Officers

The Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) has announced the appointment of three principal officers to key administrative roles. The Governing Council approved the appointments of Registrar, Librarian and Bursar at its 21st meeting held on April 15, 2025, in Warri, Delta State. The appointees are Paul Bebenimibo, Registrar; Abduldayan Fatimah Jibril, Librarian; and Gbe Tamaraudebaemi Justin […]

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1 week ago Rivers: LG administrator cautions workers on laxity, negligence to duty

From Tony John, Port Harcourt   The newly appointed Sole Administrator, Andoni Local Government Area, Rivers, Mr. Atajit Francis, has warned council staff against negligence to duty. He gave the warning at the council headquarters, Ngo, shortly after resumption of duty yesterday. Francis, who also met with Heads of the Local Government Administration, said that […] The post Rivers: LG administrator cautions workers on laxity, negligence to duty appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov Mutfwang Convenes Security Meeting Over Renewed Attacks On Plateau Communities

Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has convened an expanded security council meeting in a swift response to the tragic attacks on Zike and Kimakpa communities in Bassa local government area of the state. LEADERSHIP reports that over 50 persons were killed in a dawn attack in both communities on Monday morning. The meeting, held […]

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2 w. ago ‘Japa’ syndrome: What Nigeria should do to fill gaps – Oyinsan

A member of the Governing Council of Trinity University, Yaba, Lagos, Olufemi Oyinsan, has called for rapid production of more read more ‘Japa’ syndrome: What Nigeria should do to fill gaps – Oyinsan

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2 w. ago Otti Has Written His Name In Gold, Chair Abia Monarchs, Says

The Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers chairman, Eze Linus Mba, said that the governor, Alex Otti, had written his name in gold and endeared himself to the people. Eze Mba spoke to LEADERSHIP on the sidelines of the inauguration of the newly reconstructed Umuahia-Uzuakoli-Akara-Abiriba Road by former president Olusegun Obasanjo at Uzuakoli. He said […]

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2 w. ago FUOYE SSANU faction rejects planned strike, backs governing council

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti A group of over 50 members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), led by figures like J.T. Aborisade and Wale Owasanoye, has distanced itself from a proposed industrial action by the university’s SSANU chapter and the SSANU Western Zone. The threatened strike, […] The post FUOYE SSANU faction rejects planned strike, backs governing council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago LASIEC Announces Election Date, Campaign Timetable For Lagos LG Polls

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has officially announced the date for the upcoming local government elections, which will take place on July 12, 2025. This election will cover all 20 local governments and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) across the state. According to a statement issued by LASIEC’s Head of Public Affairs, […] The post LASIEC Announces Election Date, Campaign Timetable For Lagos LG Polls appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Warnings issued to Obasa over candidate imposition in Orile Agege LCDA

Tensions are running high in Orile Agege Local Council Development Area (LCDA) as the Lagos State local government elections approach. read more Warnings issued to Obasa over candidate imposition in Orile Agege LCDA

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