18 m. ago Man arraigned for alleged possession of government revenue ticket

The police on Friday arraigned a 31-year-old man, Muyiwa Adebayo, before the Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan for allegedly possessing an Oyo State Internal Revenue ticket. Adebayo, whose address was not provided, was charged with unlawful possession of government property. The prosecutor, Inspector Elisha Tellang, told the court that Adebayo committed the offence on June […] The post Man arraigned for alleged possession of government revenue ticket appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 m. ago Supermarket employees plead guilty to stealing goods, cash worth N593,750

A 24-year-old supermarket employee, Peter Ikyawuu, on Friday pleaded guilty to stealing goods and cash valued at N593, 750 from his employer. Ikyawuu, who worked at Living Proof Supermarket, Akala, was charged with theft at the Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan. The Magistrate, Mrs Adebola Adeola, remanded him in custody and adjourned the case until June […] The post Supermarket employees plead guilty to stealing goods, cash worth N593,750 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Rivers: NADECO Writes Trump, Demands Visa Ban On Akpabio, Abbas, Ibas

The National Democratic Coalition (NADECO USA) has formally written a letter to the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, asking for a visa ban against the Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and the appointed Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd). […]

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6 h. ago ‘I can’t betray him,’ Ododo describes Yahaya Bello as father figure, political mentor

Tribune Online ‘I can’t betray him,’ Ododo describes Yahaya Bello as father figure, political mentor “Any river that forgets its source will soon dry up. My boss, Yahaya Bello, is like a father to me. I was not born with a silver spoon,” Ododo said. ‘I can’t betray him,’ Ododo describes Yahaya Bello as father figure, political mentor Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Benue killings: Taraba CAN demands decisive action against killers

Tribune Online Benue killings: Taraba CAN demands decisive action against killers The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State Chapter, has called on President Bola Tinubu, security chiefs, and all relevant authorities to live up to their constitutional mandate and take decisive action against the killers of defenceless people in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Benue killings: Taraba CAN demands decisive action against killers Tribune Online

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9 h. ago You betrayed Aburi Accord: Umeh replies Gowon, demands apology to Ndigbo over Biafran war

The senator representing Anambra Central, Victor Umeh, has publicly called on former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, to tender an unreserved apology to Igbo people over his role in the Nigerian Civil War. Reacting to comments made by General Gowon in a recent interview, Umeh expressed disappointment, describing the former leader’s remarks as a […] The post You betrayed Aburi Accord: Umeh replies Gowon, demands apology to Ndigbo over Biafran war appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Court fixes October 30 for hearing on Anambra land recertification

Tribune Online Court fixes October 30 for hearing on Anambra land recertification "the imposition/demand of N25, 000 land recertification/revalidation tax by the Soludo government constituted a mega financial fraud." Court fixes October 30 for hearing on Anambra land recertification Tribune Online

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11 h. ago World Sickle Cell Day: Oyo Offers Free Medication To 300 Persons Living With SCD

As part of activities marking this year’s World Sickle Cell Day, Oyo State Government has offered free medication to over 300 persons living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) at a sensitisation programme in Ibadan, the state capital. The government reaffirmed its commitment to providing quality healthcare for its citizens, especially individuals living with SCD. Speaking […]

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12 h. ago EFCC Nabs 19 Suspected Cyber Criminals In Akwa Ibom, Cross River

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have busted a cybercrime syndicate specialising in duping unsuspecting Nigerians and overseas’ residents of cash and other personal belongings through internet scam. The Head, Media and Publicity of the anti-graft agency, Dele Ojewale, who disclosed this to Journalists in Uyo, the […]

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13 h. ago Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling

Tribune Online Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling In our fast-paced world, where the present constantly demands attention and the future races toward us, the past is often neglected. I have said it repeatedly: we do not document our stories well enough. The painstaking nature of the process is understandable, it demands time, effort, and emotional investment. Yet, as we witness the rapid […] Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling Tribune Online

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14 h. ago A/Ibom works commissioner receives APC membership card, woos grassroot supporters to join

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Prof. Eno Ibanga, has defected from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and received a membership card from the ward chairman of Ukpum Minya Ward 1 in Mkpat Enin local government area of the state. The commissioner registered in the party ahead of President […] The post A/Ibom works commissioner receives APC membership card, woos grassroot supporters to join appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Iran Rules Out Negotiations With US Amid Ongoing Israel’s Strikes

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has ruled out any negotiations with the United States while Israeli attacks on Iran persist. Speaking in an interview broadcast on state television on Friday, Araghchi said Washington had repeatedly called for serious dialogue, but Tehran remained firm in its stance. “The Americans have repeatedly sent messages calling seriously for […]

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14 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Medical Doctor Over Alleged N39.1m Visa Scam In Rivers

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate in Rivers State, has arraigned a medical practitioner based in Port Harcourt, Doctor Nekabari Dambere Nathan, over an alleged visa scam involving N39,157,000. Nathan was arraigned alongside his firm, Global Horizons Academy Ltd, before Justice P.I. Ajoku of the Federal High Court in Port […]

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16 h. ago BUA Foods set for 85% profit jump as price cuts drive demand, analysts say

BUA Foods Plc is poised for a sharp earnings expansion in 2025, as strategic price cuts and expanded capacity across read more BUA Foods set for 85% profit jump as price cuts drive demand, analysts say

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16 h. ago APC Chieftain Urges NASS To Review Constitution To Favour Correctional Centres

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Hon. Darlington Nwauju, has called on the National Assembly to review relevant sections of the Nigerian Constitution to allow the Nigeria Correctional Services (NCoS) draw funds from the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). Nwauju, who made the call yesterday while speaking with journalists in Port […]

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17 h. ago APC: Akpabio Urges Calm As Tinubu Receives Gov Eno, Others Saturday

Ahead of Saturday’s reception for Akwa Ibom State governor, Umo Eno, and other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) decampees into the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has urged APC stakeholders and members to unite and accommodate the newcomers. LEADERSHIP learnt that Governor Eno, who recently quit PDP for APC, would be received […]

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20 h. ago ‘Senate’ll monitor sector by sector implementation of Rivers 2025 budget’

The Senate will monitor sector to sector implementation of 2025 Rivers budget for meaningful development, ensuring transparency, accountability in project execution to drive meaningful growth and progress in the state. Chairman of Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers Emergency, Sen.Opeyemi Bamidele made the pledge on Thursday in Abuja  at defence of 2025 Budget […] The post ‘Senate’ll monitor sector by sector implementation of Rivers 2025 budget’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous, allegation by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking in Bayelsa during the inauguration of some projects executed by the Commission, Chairman, Governing Board of the interventionist agency, Chiedu Ebie, […] The post NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

22 h. ago Beyond the grant: Catalysing impact through strategic investment

Africa faces a multitude of pressing challenges – poverty, inequality, and climate change – that demand urgent and sustained action. read more Beyond the grant: Catalysing impact through strategic investment

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22 h. ago Group Seeks Legal Resolution Over Natasha’s Allegations Against Senate President

A civil society organisation, Defenders of Integrity in Public Leadership (DIPL), has reiterated its call for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to be held accountable over her recent allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by the group’s convener, Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi, the group described the […]

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