40 m. ago I’m Not Joining Amaechi In ADC, Will Still Run For Governorship In Rivers – Tonye Cole

Former Rivers State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Tonye Cole, has dismissed speculations that he is set to join former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi. He clarified that he has no plans of moving to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, despite Amaechi’s new political direction. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, […] The post I’m Not Joining Amaechi In ADC, Will Still Run For Governorship In Rivers – Tonye Cole appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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88 m. ago EU Chief To Push For Sanctions On Israel Ministers, Curb Trade Ties Over Gaza

The German politician, said the commission would put its bilateral support to Israel on hold, but without affecting work with civil society groups. The post EU Chief To Push For Sanctions On Israel Ministers, Curb Trade Ties Over Gaza appeared first on Channels Television.

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88 m. ago ‘Block Everything’: Protests Grip France As New PM Starts Job

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau warned demonstrators that there would be "zero tolerance" for violence. The post ‘Block Everything’: Protests Grip France As New PM Starts Job appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago APT: Premier League Clubs Seek Clarity Over Man City Settlement

Premier League clubs are demanding further clarity regarding the recent settlement of a legal dispute between the league and Manchester City concerning the regulations surrounding associated party transactions (APT). BBC Sport has been informed that during a meeting on Monday, club representatives were told that Manchester City has accepted the validity and binding nature of […]

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3 h. ago Twenties Tribe unveils new plans to boost youth empowerment across Africa

Twenties Tribe, Africa’s fast-growing youth community, has launched Twenties Tribe Coupons, a new product aimed at empowering young people with read more Twenties Tribe unveils new plans to boost youth empowerment across Africa

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3 h. ago FIRS, EFCC seek stronger partnership on compliance, transparency

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has lauded the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its role in helping read more FIRS, EFCC seek stronger partnership on compliance, transparency

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3 h. ago No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun

Tribune Online No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun The Federal Government has dismissed concerns that Nigerians will soon face an additional five per cent fuel surcharge, clarifying that there are no immediate plans to implement the provision contained in the recently passed 2025 Nigerian Tax Administration Act. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave this assurance on Tuesday […] No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Tinubu’s shea nuts export ban in Nigeria’s interest – Minister

By John Ogunsemore Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has said President Bola Tinubu’s recent temporary suspension of raw shea exports is a bold and strategic measure aimed at opening up the vast economic potential of Nigeria’s shea industry and positioning the country as a global leader in the shea economy. The minister […] The post Tinubu’s shea nuts export ban in Nigeria’s interest – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Tuggar hails Niang’s appointment as Senegal’s Foreign Affairs Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has hailed his counterpart, Amb. Cheikh Niang, on his appointment as Minister read more Tuggar hails Niang’s appointment as Senegal’s Foreign Affairs Minister

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7 h. ago 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has clarified that the controversial 5 per cent fuel surcharge contained in the newly signed Nigerian Tax Administration Act 2025 is not a new levy and will not take effect automatically in 2026. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who addressed journalists in […] The post 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Dialogue Can End 70% Of North Central Security Challenges – Presidential Aide

Senior special assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), Dr Abiodun Essiet, has said nearly 70 per cent of security challenges in the region can be resolved through non-kinetic means anchored on communities. She made the assertion yesterday at the training for stakeholders in the North Central zone at the State House, Abuja. […]

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8 h. ago Dialogue key to solving 70% of N’Central’s security issues –Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has emphasised that nearly 70 percent of the North Central’s security problems are resolvable through community-centred, nonviolent approaches. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for North Central Nigeria, Abiodun Essiet, stated this yesterday during a capacity-building training session for the North-Central stakeholders at the State House […] The post Dialogue key to solving 70% of N’Central’s security issues –Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has intensified its focus on skill acquisition as a primary strategy for job creation. This initiative was highlighted at the National Council on Skills meeting chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, with key stakeholders including state governors and the Minister of Education. Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, […] The post FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine-tunes bill for National Council on Skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Women Affairs, Customs partner to empower families nationwide

Tribune Online Women Affairs, Customs partner to empower families nationwide Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed profound appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for partnering with Women Affairs, Customs partner to empower families nationwide Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation

By Doris Obinna The Lagos State Ministry of Health has launched the development of its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP), with a strong emphasis on aligning health strategies with the state’s budget and global best practices to deliver better outcomes for residents. At a management meeting held on Monday, in Ikeja, Commissioner for Health, Prof. […] The post Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Macron Appoints Sébastien Lecornu As New Prime Minister After Bayrou’s Ouster

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Defence Minister and long-time ally, Sébastien Lecornu, as France’s new Prime Minister, just 24 hours after the National Assembly passed a vote of no confidence that toppled François Bayrou’s government. In a statement on Tuesday, the Elysée Palace confirmed Lecornu’s nomination, noting that he had been tasked with “consulting […]

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15 h. ago IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes

Tribune Online IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday commended the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) for launching a groundbreaking initiative to award full scholarships to the children of fallen heroes. IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes Tribune Online

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15 h. ago First Lady disburses N47m, laptops to 47 scholarship students

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Renewed Hope Initiative, led by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has disbursed one million naira each to 47 tertiary students across Nigeria, totalling N47 million, along with laptops to aid their studies. The beneficiaries include students at various academic levels: 5 in 400 level, 39 in 300 level, 2 […] The post First Lady disburses N47m, laptops to 47 scholarship students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Edo CSCHR debunks allegation of manual labour punishment for teachers

Tribune Online Edo CSCHR debunks allegation of manual labour punishment for teachers The Edo State Civil Society Coalition For  Human Rights (CSCHR), has debunked the allegation that teachers in public schools in the state were subjected to punishment of manual labour by the State Secondary Education Board (SSEB) and the Edo State Ministry of Education. Edo CSCHR debunks allegation of manual labour punishment for teachers Tribune Online

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17 h. ago House panel summons Transport Minister over train derailment

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives Committee on Land Transport has summoned the Minister of Transportation, Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, over the recent derailment of an Abuja-Kaduna train. The panel, which issued the summons on Tuesday at an investigative hearing, said Alkali must appear before it within forty-eight hours. A Kaduna-bound train, which took […] The post House panel summons Transport Minister over train derailment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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