3 h. ago Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded a thorough and impartial investigation into the killing of some hunters in Edo State. The 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) made the call in a statement issued on Friday. It was learnt that the hunters, who were travelling for Sallah, were intercepted […] The post Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student

Omoyele Sowore, a Nigerian journalist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has praised Delta State nursing students for mocking First Lady Oluremi Tinubu in a TikTok video. Sowore commended the students’ bravery, saying they deserve celebration for exercising their freedom of expression. He also vowed to provide legal support for Osato […] The post “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Delta Nursing School Queries Student For Posting Video Of Colleagues Being Asked To Denounce Their Mothers For Remi Tinubu

Delta State College of Nursing and Midwifery has sparked controversy by issuing a query to student Osato Edobor for posting a video on social media. The video in question shows students being asked to denounce their mothers for Remi Tinubu, wife of presidential candidate Bola Tinubu. The school authorities deemed the post as embarrassing and […] The post Delta Nursing School Queries Student For Posting Video Of Colleagues Being Asked To Denounce Their Mothers For Remi Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Culture

18 h. ago Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representative has also approved a bill proposing 60 years as the maximum age limit for presidential and gubernatorial candidates for second reading. The bill sponsored by the member representing Ideato Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is also proposing a minimum of first degree as educational qualifications […] The post Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Reps propose 60 years age limit for presidential, gubernatorial candidates 

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   The House of Representatives has approved, for second reading, a bill proposing 60 years as the maximum age limit for presidential, vice presidential and governorship and deputy governorship candidates in the country.   The bill, which is sponsored by the member representing Ideato Federal Constituency, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is also proposing […] The post Reps propose 60 years age limit for presidential, gubernatorial candidates  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

33 h. ago 2027: Without coalition, opposition like zebras facing tiger – Shehu Sani

By John Ogunsemore The major opposition parties must form a coalition to wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Shehu Sani has said. This is contained in a cryptic message the former Kaduna Central senator posted on Wednesday. Last week, the 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar […] The post 2027: Without coalition, opposition like zebras facing tiger – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago I don’t have problems with Tinubu but his misgovernance – Adebayo

By Sunday Ani   Less than two years before the 2027 elections and barely two years after President Bola Tinubu assumed office as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the National Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Prince Adewole Adebayo has declared that Tinubu’s […] The post I don’t have problems with Tinubu but his misgovernance – Adebayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku

Former Peoples Democratic Party  presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as corrupt and women abuser. Atiku, in his reaction to the sexual harassment allegations levelled by Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against Akpabio, said that the former governor of Akwa Ibom State is known with corrupt history. The former vp also […] The post Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

56 h. ago PICTORIAL: Obi commends Super Eagles despite draw against Zimbabwe

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lauded the Super Eagles for their resilience and sportsmanship in Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. In a post on X.com on Wednesday, Obi, who travelled to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to witness the match firsthand, praised the players for their dedication and fighting spirit. Read More

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2 d. ago “Tinubu Is Current Champion Of Disgrace, Unable To Feed Poor In Land Of Plenty” – Prince Adewole Adebayo

Prince Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its handling of poverty and insecurity. Adebayo described the regime as a “failure” and a “colossal disappointment” after assessing its two-year performance. He expressed concerns over the various crises plaguing the country, including perceived […] The post “Tinubu Is Current Champion Of Disgrace, Unable To Feed Poor In Land Of Plenty” – Prince Adewole Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

3 d. ago Obi Is A Failed Politician, Lacks Democratic Credentials, Says Tinubu’s Aide Bwala

Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Policy, Daniel Bwala, has described the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi as a failed politician. Bwala, via a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, claimed that the former Anambra State governor lacked knowledge of the true […]

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3 d. ago Peter Obi is a failed politician, has no history of democratic activism – Bwala

By John Ogunsemore Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala has hit back at former presidential candidate, Peter Obi over his remarks about democratic governance in Nigeria. According to him, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) is a failed politician who does not have a history of democratic activism. […] The post Peter Obi is a failed politician, has no history of democratic activism – Bwala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Presidency slams Peter Obi over ‘democracy has collapsed in Nigeria’ remark

By John Ogunsemore Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga has berated 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi over his remarks about democratic governance in Nigeria. Onanuga urged Obi to watch his utterances and stop playing to the gallery. Speaking at the 60th birthday colloquium for former Deputy Speaker of the House […] The post Presidency slams Peter Obi over ‘democracy has collapsed in Nigeria’ remark appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

4 d. ago 2027: SDP won’t be subjected to merger rules – National secretary

The Social Democratic Party on Monday said that it will not engage in any mergers or adhere to merger regulations before the 2027 elections. In a statement released by its National Secretary, Olu Agunloye, the party clarified that it will not follow the clean slate or take-over models. Recall that on Thursday, 2023 presidential candidates, Read More

Politics

4 d. ago Opposition party declares jailed Istanbul Mayor presidential candidate

Istanbul’s embattled Ekrem Imamoglu was officially nominated as a presidential candidate by the opposition CHP party for the 2028 elections, a party spokesman told AFP on Monday. The Republican People’s Party, the main opposition party and the second largest party in parliament held a primary election on Sunday, at which the only candidate was Imamoglu, Read More

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4 d. ago Obi slams disregard for S’Court judgment in Rivers fund allocation

  Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised the ongoing political developments in Rivers State, describing them as an “aberration” and a violation of Nigeria’s constitutional order. Obi, in a statement on Monday via X, condemned the alleged disobedience of a Supreme Court ruling regarding the release of statutory allocations to Read More

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4 d. ago Peter Obi decries release of Rivers allocation to Sole Administrator

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has faulted the release of Rivers State allocation to Sole Administrator, Ibok Ekwe Ibas. Amid political tension in Rivers, the Supreme Court court froze statutory allocations to the state until the State House of Assembly properly appropriates the funds for usage. However, […] The post Peter Obi decries release of Rivers allocation to Sole Administrator appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “No Shortcut To SDP Membership” – Adebayo Tells Prospective Defectors

Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has called on interested defectors to join the party through legitimate means. Adebayo’s call demonstrates the SDP’s commitment to upholding its values and principles. The party is open to new members, but legitimacy is key. Adebayo made this call during a meeting with […] The post “No Shortcut To SDP Membership” – Adebayo Tells Prospective Defectors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2027: “No Shortcut To SDP Membership” – Adebayo Tells Prospective Defectors

Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has called on interested defectors to join the party through legitimate means. Adebayo’s call demonstrates the SDP’s commitment to upholding its values and principles. The party is open to new members, but legitimacy is key. Adebayo made this call during a meeting with […] The post 2027: “No Shortcut To SDP Membership” – Adebayo Tells Prospective Defectors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago God told me there will be an SDP president in Aso Rock – Adebayo

Laments poverty, hunger, insecurity, unemployment have ravaged Nigeria under APC From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) during the 2023 general election, Adewole Adebayo, has declared that the SDP will defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027 and unseat the incumbent administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. […] The post God told me there will be an SDP president in Aso Rock – Adebayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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