88 m. ago I Lost Brother, Wife, Kids In Fresh Benue Attack – Yelwata Resident

A resident of Yelewata community in Guma local government area of Benue State, Mr. Desmond Adidi, has disclosed that his elder brother, Emmanuel, the wife and four children were among those killed in the night attack by gunmen in the area. Yelewata is along the Lafia-Makurdi expressway, a few kilometers from Kadarako in Obi local […]

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89 m. ago Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks

…Over 200 residents, IDPs, soldiers killed From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed yesterday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high-ranking officer in the army also revealed that two soldiers were also killed in […] The post Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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99 m. ago NIG defends Goodluck Jonathan over power sector privatization

From Idu Jude Abuja The National Integration Group (NIG) has disagreed with the claims made by former Minister of Budget and Planning, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, that the President Goodluck Jonathan administration sold the nation’s power sector to friends and cronies. NIG over the weekend frowned at Dr Shamsudeen’s remarks against the background that he was […] The post NIG defends Goodluck Jonathan over power sector privatization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, used his address to the National Assembly to highlight read more Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

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4 h. ago Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung

Tribune Online Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung As the talks around coalition politics continue to shape narratives ahead of the 2027 general election,  former Minister of Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, shares his thought on the administration of President Bola Tinubu in the last two years, among other issues, with SUBAIR MOHAMMED. WHAT is your assessment of Tinubu’s two years in office? […] Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung Tribune Online

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5 h. ago What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare

Tribune Online What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare Chief Supo Shonibare is among the leaders of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) as chieftain of the pan Yoruba sociopolitical organisation Afenifere, that led the revalidation of June 12 election’s agitations. He speaks with KUNLE ODEREMI on some trying moments of the campaign and other issues. AS a leading figure in the June 12, how […] What we went through agitating for return to democracy — Supo Shonibare Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has started clearance and evacuation of sensitive areas ahead of rainy season to avert possible floods. The Commissioner for Urban Development, Hon. Hayatu Bawa, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. He noted that the Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, had […] The post Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu  

Congratulations,  Mr. President, and happy Democracy Day.   I listened to your June 12 address to the National Assembly which was very  impressive and bold. I must thank you most sincerely for remembering the heroes and heroine of the June 12 struggle,  particularly Kudirat Abiola who died on the line of duty.       Mr. President,  […] The post Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Father’s Day: Och’Idoma, Centre LSD, Others Advocate Equal Rights For Boys, Girls

As part of events marking the 2025 Father’s Day, the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) has held a conference to advocate for equal rights for male child and the female child. The event, tagged “Fathers as feminists: Redefining fatherhood for equality and justice”, which held in Abuja at the weekend, brought […]

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13 h. ago ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran

Tribune Online ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran Explosions have been reported in more than 10 Iranian cities ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran Tribune Online

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14 h. ago June 12: You Were Busy Shopping In Malaysia While Others Fights For Democracy – Bwala Knocks Obi

Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala has berated former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for criticizing current administration. Mr. Bwala suggested that Obi should have no position on issues of June 12, 1993. The former Peoples Democratic Party’s chieftain noted that the ex- Anambra State governor was in Malaysia […] The post June 12: You Were Busy Shopping In Malaysia While Others Fights For Democracy – Bwala Knocks Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago 2027: Those Planning To Unseat Otti Are Wasting Their Time – Abia Transport Union Leader

President of Cooperative Motor Union, Abia State, Chukwuma Azode has issued warning to politicians, intending to unseat Governor Alex Otti in the state’s governorship poll in 2027. He noted that it would be a risk adventure for political parties and their representative to make such decision. Mr. Chukwuma led this out on Friday during a […] The post 2027: Those Planning To Unseat Otti Are Wasting Their Time – Abia Transport Union Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago 2027: Kogi officials set to unveil campaign platform for Tinubu, Ododo

Ahead of the 2027 general election, the government appointees under the administration of the Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has declared total support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election. Speaking at world press conference in Lokoja, the Chairman of Combined State government appointees Forum who doubles as Chairman of Forum of Special Advisers to […] The post 2027: Kogi officials set to unveil campaign platform for Tinubu, Ododo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Tanzania introduces $44 mandatory travel insurance for all foreign visitors

Foreign non-residents visiting Tanzania will now be required to pay a mandatory travel insurance fee of $44 upon entry, as read more Tanzania introduces $44 mandatory travel insurance for all foreign visitors

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15 h. ago JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed Saturday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high ranking officer in the army also disclosed that two soldiers were killed in a separate attack same Saturday morning […] The post JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago One month after kidnap in Imo, family of Olaoluwa Adetona begs for his release

The family of Olaoluwa Adetona, a Globalcom employee kidnapped over a month ago in Imo State, has issued a public read more One month after kidnap in Imo, family of Olaoluwa Adetona begs for his release

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16 h. ago Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies

Tribune Online Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has dismissed reports suggesting that it adopted prayer sessions as an official strategy to tackle Nigeria’s food security challenges, clarifying that the... Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Ondo: Aiyedatiwa promises to support NYSC, assures corps members of adequate security

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa has reaffirmed his administration’s readiness to support the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC), just as he promised to promote the welfare of corps members serving in the state. The Governor also assured all NYSC corps members deployed to the state of adequate protection and care […] The post Ondo: Aiyedatiwa promises to support NYSC, assures corps members of adequate security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Nigerian Gov’t Condemns Israeli ‘Preemptive Attack’ On Iranian Territory, Calls For Immediate Ceasefire

The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned a preemptive Israeli strike on Iranian territory earlier this week that triggered retaliatory missile attacks from Tehran. In a strongly worded press release issued Saturday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federal government expressed “grave concern” over the spiraling hostilities, urging both nations to halt further military […]

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22 h. ago Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods 

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  The Kebbi State Government has started clearance and evacuation of sensitive areas ahead of rainy season to avert possible floods. The Commissioner for Urban Development, Hon. Hayatu Bawa, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. He noted that the Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, had […] The post Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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