31 m. ago Royal family, traditional rulers, global dignitaries to celebrate enduring legacy of Oba Sijuwade

Tribune Online Royal family, traditional rulers, global dignitaries to celebrate enduring legacy of Oba Sijuwade A monarch widely remembered for his diplomacy, cultural advocacy, and unrelenting commitment to the unity and progress Royal family, traditional rulers, global dignitaries to celebrate enduring legacy of Oba Sijuwade Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms

By Lukman Olabiyi Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Dr Monday Ubani has strongly criticised the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for what he described as its continued silence on the deteriorating welfare and professional conditions of lawyers across the country. In a statement titled “Reinventing the Nigerian Bar Association: Urgent imperatives for reformative and caring leadership,” […] The post Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Troops foil ₦3.5bn oil theft, recover 2.38 million litres of stolen crude oil.

Nigerian troops have foiled oil theft operations valued at over ₦3.5 billion in the Niger Delta, recovering a staggering 2.38 read more Troops foil ₦3.5bn oil theft, recover 2.38 million litres of stolen crude oil.

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5 h. ago FG proposes national veteran security initiative for retired military officers — NSA Ribadu

Tribune Online FG proposes national veteran security initiative for retired military officers — NSA Ribadu “You are not just heroes of our past,” Ribadu told the veterans. FG proposes national veteran security initiative for retired military officers — NSA Ribadu Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Segilola Resources Unveils Livelihood Programme For Osun Communities

Nigeria’s first large-scale gold mining company and a subsidiary of Thor Explorations Ltd (Thor), Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), has launched a new phase of its Livelihood Restoration Programme (LRP), reinforcing its commitment to delivering sustainable, long-term value to its host communities in Osun State. The event, which took place on July 1, 2025, at […]

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12 h. ago Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy

Tribune Online Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy By: Vivian Ihechu (NAN) Some medical experts have advocated for a comprehensive national audit of maternal deaths, emphasising the critical role of autopsies in understanding and reducing mortality rates across Nigeria. Speaking on the sidelines of a media chat in Lagos, the medical researchers stressed the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigating maternal mortality, […] Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Natasha: Judiciary Is Last Hope Of The Oppressed, Says Action Collective

A civic advocacy group, the Action Collective, has praised the Nigerian judiciary for declaring the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate as unconstitutional and illegal, describing the verdict as a bold affirmation of judicial independence and a beacon of hope for oppressed citizens. LEADERSHIP reports that the ruling, delivered by Justice […]

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25 h. ago Nigerian banks resume international transactions on naira cards

Commercial banks in Nigeria have announced the resumption of international transactions on their naira cards. After years of suspension, United read more Nigerian banks resume international transactions on naira cards

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28 h. ago Tiv indigenes allege genocide in Nasarawa, demand FG, NBA intervention

By Lukman Olabiyi Indigenous Tiv communities in Nasarawa State have raised the alarm over what they describe as systemic killings, violent displacement, and illegal occupation of their ancestral lands, allegedly carried out with the backing of the state government. The communities raised the alarm in a statement issued on its behalf by the Senior Advocate […] The post Tiv indigenes allege genocide in Nasarawa, demand FG, NBA intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago “Content is the New Oil” – Izuchukwu Nwankpa’s vision to monetise creativity for young Nigerians

Data is expensive and visibility even more so, but one tech entrepreneur is betting big on a simple idea: Nigerian read more “Content is the New Oil” – Izuchukwu Nwankpa’s vision to monetise creativity for young Nigerians

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29 h. ago How Nigeria can transform cassava crop from subsistence to industrial driver

As Africa’s most populous nation seeks to diversify its economy away from oil and drive industrialisation, cassava crop has been read more How Nigeria can transform cassava crop from subsistence to industrial driver

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35 h. ago CDS Musa Pledges Collaboration With NIS To Enhance Military Sports Training

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has expressed the military’s readiness to collaborate with the National Institute for Sports (NIS) in the training and retraining of coaches and athletes to achieve optimal performance. General Musa stated this during a courtesy visit by the NIS management, led by its director-general, Comrade Philip Shaibu, […]

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36 h. ago Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC

Tribune Online Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC It warned Nigerians that the “often mouthed ‘new Nigeria is POssible’ is a ruse and cannot be achieved with the assemblage of old, recycled, desperate and frustrated politicians in the coalition.” Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC Tribune Online

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36 h. ago CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued an urgent call for the cancellation of illegitimate debts, sweeping reforms of global financial institutions, and increased legislative engagement in Nigeria’s development financing.    CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani, made the call at the Financing for Development Conference, in Sevilla […] The post CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Troops Arrest 1,191 Terrorists, Rescue 543 Hostages In 3 Months – DHQ

Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday said troops on internal operations arrested 1,191 terrorists, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages. The director of defence media operations, Major General Markus Kangye, briefing journalists on military operations in the second quarter of 2025, said 682 terrorists and their families surrendered. He said troops within the period from April […]

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39 h. ago Granting Amnesty For Bandits, Terrorists Not Our Mandate – DHQ Clarifies

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said offering amnesty to surrendered bandits and terrorists was not within the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s mandate. The director of defence on media operations, Maj.-Gen Markus Kangye, clarified this during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, while providing updates on military operations in the last three months between April […]

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39 h. ago Constitution Amendment: Mbah Pushes For State Creation, State Police, Rotational President

Enugu State governor Dr. Peter Mbah has called for the creation of an additional state in the Southeast to make it equal to the other six geopolitical zones. Mbah also advocated for a rotational presidency and state police to give every part of the country a sense of belonging and better secure the nation. He […]

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41 h. ago Foundation urges Soludo to protect the economically vulnerable in Anambra

By Zika Bobby Tilova for Africa, a charity foundation, has called on Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo to implement policies that will protect the economically vulnerable and low income earners in the state. Co-founder of the American based foundation, Martin Nwabueze, made the call when he paid an advocacy visit to Dr. Law Mefor, Commissioner […] The post Foundation urges Soludo to protect the economically vulnerable in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025?

The gambling industry thrives in 2025, with global revenues soaring as online platforms and regulations evolve. From the U.S. to emerging markets like Nigeria, countries compete for market share. Casino experts analyze which nations dominate, driven by innovation, consumer spending, and legal frameworks. This piece explores top markets, key trends, and Canada’s rising role, offering […] The post Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that offering amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits, and other criminals is not the constitutional responsibility of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Director, Defence Media Operations, Major-General Markus Kangye, made this known, stating that the military does not engage in amnesty of any kind. He […] The post DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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