2 h. ago Kwara, UK Bournemouth Varsity To Partner In AI, Research, Funding

The Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete has announced plans to collaborate with United Kingdom’s Bournemouth University in the areas of research, joint funding and Artificial Intelligence (AI). LEADERSHIP gathered that the collaboration plan was discussed during a meeting between KWASU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Shaykh Luqman-Jimoh, and Dr. Festus Adedoyin, a senior lecturer in the Department of […]

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2 h. ago Emir Sanusi Appoints New Galadiman Kano, Elevates Others In Major Reshuffle

The 14th Emir of Kano, Emir Muhammad Sanusi II has approved key appointments within the Kano Emirate Council, naming Alhaji Mannir Sanusi as the new Galadiman Kano, one of the emirate’s most senior traditional titles. The appointments were announced on the heels of a consultative meeting with key stakeholders, aimed at strengthening leadership within the […]

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2 h. ago Lagos community protest insecurity, seeks governor’s intervention

By Lukman Olabiyi Residents of Igbe-Alagemo in Igbogbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikorodu, have called on Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to act swiftly. They want help to stop a wave of kidnappings and killings plaguing their community. The residents protested at the LCDA Secretariat and the palace of the Igbogbo monarch. They voiced […] The post Lagos community protest insecurity, seeks governor’s intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Terrence Howard Accuses Diddy Of Attempting To Get Intimate With Him

Award-winning American actor Terrence Howard has alleged that troubled musician Sean “Diddy” Combs attempted to coerce him into sex, disguising it as coaching. In a recent interview on the PBD podcast, shared on YouTube on Monday, Howard recounted an incident that occurred during a visit to Diddy’s residence. The Hollywood actor revealed that the music […] The post Terrence Howard Accuses Diddy Of Attempting To Get Intimate With Him appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Uromi 16: Obi Of Onitsha Denies Issuing Any Warning To Northern Youths

The Imeobi Onitsha Traditional Council has dismissed trending media report of a purported warning to Northern youths resident in Onitsha, Anambra State, credited to His Majesty, Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe (Agbogidi), the Obi of Onitsha, over tension arising from the recent unfortunate killing of 16 travellers in Uromi, Edo State. This was contained in a statement […]

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4 h. ago Saraki Debunks 2027 Opposition Coalition Rumours As Fabricated Lies

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has refuted claims of joining an opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 presidential election, labeling the reports as fabricated and misleading. Yusuph Olaniyonu of the Abubakar Bukola Saraki Media Office dismissed the allegations as “jaundiced opinions” orchestrated by political adversaries in Kwara State. Saraki accused the opposition of concocting quotes […] The post Saraki Debunks 2027 Opposition Coalition Rumours As Fabricated Lies appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Bokkos massacre: Ordeal of a survivor as Plateau, Nasarawa residents cry for justice

By Abel Leonard, Lafia Uren, a secondary school student from Hurti village in Daffo, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, once lived a simple life. School, farming, and community festivals filled her days. Now, only grief and trauma remain. The sound of gunfire haunts her blood-soaked memories. “We were just farming,” she said, her […] The post Bokkos massacre: Ordeal of a survivor as Plateau, Nasarawa residents cry for justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FCTA Enrolls 198,810 Residents In Health Insurance Scheme, Vows To End Maternal Mortality

A total of 198,810 residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were enrolled in the Federal Capital Territory Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS) in the last one year, including 10,065 pregnant women who were registered free. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement on […]

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7 h. ago Nigeria’s real challenge: Fiscal mismanagement, not structural issues – Shettima

As AGF reaffirms Tinubu’s administration commitment to press freedom Leadership newspapers chair urges collective strive for excellence to create better world     From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja       “The Nigerian challenge lies less in the structure of our federalism and more in the deficit of our collective fiscal responsibility,” he said.   “The […] The post Nigeria’s real challenge: Fiscal mismanagement, not structural issues – Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Food Security: NNPC trains Enugu farmers on modern agricultural techniques

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka   The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm, NNPC Foundation, has trained vulnerable farmers in Nsukka, Enugu State on Modern Agriculture Techniques and Market Access Strategies.   Speaking in Nsukka on Tuesday during the 3-day training workshop, Mrs Emmanuella Arukwe, Managing Director, NNPC Foundation said […] The post Food Security: NNPC trains Enugu farmers on modern agricultural techniques appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Banana Island residents, ministry officials bicker over access road construction

The residents of Banana Island in Lagos and officials of the federal ministry of works were at logger-head Tuesday over read more Banana Island residents, ministry officials bicker over access road construction

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9 h. ago Leadership newspapers chair urges collective strive for excellence to create better world

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Chairman of Leadership Group, Zainab Nda-Isaiah, at the 20th anniversary of the paper and the 17th annual conference and award ceremony, urged Nigerians to strive for excellence and make the world a better place.    She emphasised at the conference with the theme: “Challenges and Opportunities in Nigeria’s Foscal Federalism”, […] The post Leadership newspapers chair urges collective strive for excellence to create better world appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Borno Gov’t Appeals For Patience, Vigilance Over Power Outage

The Borno State government, on Tuesday, urged residents of Maiduguri and some other local government areas to exercise patience and be vigilant during the temporary outage of power due to major repairs. A statement by the Directorate of Information, State’s Ministry of Information and Internal Security, which was made available to LEADERSHIP, said the power […]

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10 h. ago Bauchi Gov Pledges To Restore Eid Ground In Honour Of Late Sheikh Idris

Bauchi State governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family and followers of the late Sheikh Dr. Idris Abdulaziz Dutsen Tanshi, a revered Islamic scholar who recently passed away. Leading a delegation of senior government officials, Governor Mohammed visited the late Sheikh’s family to offer sympathies for himself, his family, the […]

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10 h. ago PDP will clinch governorship seat in Ogun, win many elective positions in 2027, party chair, Tella boasts

…as party chieftain empowers constituents    From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta     The Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Abayomi Tella, has expressed confidence that the party will clinch the governorship seat in 2027. “To all our intending aspirants, it’s not until the election is about six months that you would be […] The post PDP will clinch governorship seat in Ogun, win many elective positions in 2027, party chair, Tella boasts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1

Tolulope Longe, the national president of Women in Energy, Oil and Gas (WEOG) has been announced as the chairperson for read more Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1-trillion energy vision

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17 h. ago A Seismic Shift in Nigeria’s Housing: Visionaries Unite to Forge a New Era! Celebrating 20 years of Excellence.

AG Mortgage Bank PLC Ignites a Movement, Redefining the Landscape of Homeownership. The Nigerian housing sector is experiencing a transformative wave, powered by the dynamic initiatives of AG Mortgage Bank PLC. On March 26, 2025, the prestigious Classique Event Place in Lagos became the epicentre of this revolution, hosting the ground-breaking “Meet & Greet Lagos Read More

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21 h. ago Sokoto govt warns against inflammatory statements, recommits to tackling insecurity

The Sokoto State Government has cautioned residents against making inflammatory and sensational remarks capable of undermining ongoing efforts to address insecurity in the state. The warning was issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security, Col. Ahmed Usman (Rtd), in response to a statement credited to one Basharu Altine Guyawa. Read More

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25 h. ago PICTORIAL: Police patrol Anambra communities to stop Monday sit

To stop the Monday sit-at-home order, the Anambra State Police Command has increased its patrols in the Nnewi and Ihiala areas of the state. During the patrol, officers urged residents to go about their daily activities without fear, promising to keep lives and property safe. In a statement on Monday, the police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, Read More

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28 h. ago VIDEO: From boxing ring to Lagos streets: Anthony Joshua connects with fans, ponders future

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua recently took to the streets of Lagos for a jog, and it didn’t take long for fans to recognize the boxing star. In a video he shared on X.com on Sunday, excited onlookers greeted him with cheers and fist-bumps as the boxer jogged down the street. In his post, Joshua Read More

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