26 m. ago Governor Abiodun Appoints 1,200 Aides Boost Governance At Grassroots In Ogun

Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 Political Assistants (PAs) to serve as change agents, as well as enhance civic engagement at the grassroots across the state. The Special Adviser to Governor Abiodun on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, who disclosed this to journalists on Friday, said appointments of the new PAs […]

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3 h. ago Remi Tinubu launches N25m women empowerment programme in Kogi

Tribune Online Remi Tinubu launches N25m women empowerment programme in Kogi First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), in partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, has launched a N25 million empowerment programme for 500 women in Kogi. Remi Tinubu launches N25m women empowerment programme in Kogi Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Ododo inaugurates CNG tricycles to reduce transport fares in Kogi

Usman Ahmed Ododo, Governor of Kogi State, has said the introduction of CNG-powered tricycles is a deliberate effort geared towards read more Ododo inaugurates CNG tricycles to reduce transport fares in Kogi

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3 h. ago Passengers lament continued suspension of Warri/Itakpe rail operations

From Idu Jude, Abuja Passengers who use the Itakpe/Warri rail transport services have lamented the continued suspension of its operations, while blaming the National Assembly Committee on land transport for a lack of oversight, leading to a system collapse. Recall that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) stopped services on the Itakpe-Warri rail corridor in April […] The post Passengers lament continued suspension of Warri/Itakpe rail operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago IGP Meets Border Patrol Commanders, Tasks Them On Enhanced Security

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has charged Border Patrol Commanders across the country to discharge their duties with renewed determination. He stressed that as the nation’s first line of defence against any external security threat, they carry the enormous responsibility of safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty, preventing bloodshed, and defending the very identity of […]

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6 h. ago Security agents and hunters rescue 17 kidnapped passengers in Kogi

Security agencies and local hunters have rescued 17 passengers kidnapped along the Lokoja –Obajana Road of Kogi State last Thursday. read more Security agents and hunters rescue 17 kidnapped passengers in Kogi

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6 h. ago Abia: “Opposition Allegeing Corruption Against My Govt. Only Seeking Recognition, Relevance” – Alex Otti

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has accused opposition members of using claims of corruption against his administration. He said their real intention is to seek recognition, secure settlements, or prepare for upcoming elections. He made the remarks on Thursday, during the Aba Stakeholders’ Security Trust Fund raising luncheon in Aba. Addressing the Aba business community, […] The post Abia: “Opposition Allegeing Corruption Against My Govt. Only Seeking Recognition, Relevance” – Alex Otti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Team Nigeria Aims For Medal Glory As 2025 World Athletics Championships Begin In Tokyo

  Nigeria is gearing up for a formidable challenge at the 20th World Athletics Championships which commence on Saturday in Tokyo, Japan. The country’s quest for medal success will be spearheaded by discus thrower Obiageri Pamela Amaechi, who previously secured a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. After returning without a medal from the last […]

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8 h. ago “NFF Board Must Resign If Super Eagles Fail To Qualify For 2026 World Cup” – Mikel Obi

Ex-Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has insisted that the Nigeria Football Federation board must resign should the country fail to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On Thursday, speaking on the Obi One Podcast, the former Chelsea midfielder cautioned that failing to qualify for the World Cup for a second consecutive time […] The post “NFF Board Must Resign If Super Eagles Fail To Qualify For 2026 World Cup” – Mikel Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ‘Food Prices Have Crashed’, Agric Minister Speaks On Tinubu’s Emergency Interventions

  Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s emergency measures on food security have started yielding results, insisting that food prices in the country “have crashed.” Kyari made the remarks on Friday morning while speaking on Arise News ‘Day Break’ programme, where he defended the administration’s strategy […]

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8 h. ago Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun

Tribune Online Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday declared that “no single agency can secure Nigeria's borders alone,” stressing that “the complexity of modern threats demands unity of purpose” to defeat the multifaceted security challenges facing the country. Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram

Tribune Online Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have pledged to strengthen collaboration in the fight against Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram Tribune Online

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12 h. ago FTC students to learn brick laying, CNG conversion, Keke repairs in new curriculum

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has announced a new curriculum for technical education in a bold reform to secure a brighter future for Nigeria’s youth. The government said the new curriculum was designed to reduce overload, build strong trade competencies, align with global standards, and prepare young Nigerians for the jobs of the […] The post FTC students to learn brick laying, CNG conversion, Keke repairs in new curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Senate’s continuous blockade of Natasha unconstitutional, gendered injustice –Womanifesto

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Womanifesto, a coalition representing over 280 women’s rights organizations across Nigeria, has issued a powerful condemnation of the Nigerian Senate’s ongoing exclusion of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing it as a “constitutional assault, a democratic crisis, and a gendered injustice.” The senator for Kogi Central was suspended on March 6, 2025, for […] The post Senate’s continuous blockade of Natasha unconstitutional, gendered injustice –Womanifesto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Central Bank, Securities Exchange Approve Wema Bank’s N150bn Rights Issue

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have approved Wema Bank Plc’s N150 billion rights issue. The bank concluded its Rights Issue on May 21st,2025, having opened the Issue on April 14th,2025. This Rights Issue was undertaken in response to the CBN’s directive on the recapitalisation of banks in […]

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14 h. ago Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo

Tribune Online Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo-Shagari The member representing Yabo-Shagari federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Umar Yusuf Yabo, has called on both the Sokoto State government and the Federal Government to urgently address the worsening security situation threatening lives and livelihoods in his constituency. His appeal came in the wake of a series of deadly attacks by armed […] Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo-Shagari Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Northern youths petition Senate over leadership committee on security

Tribune Online Northern youths petition Senate over leadership committee on security A coalition of youths from the 19 Northern states under the aegis of Northern Youth for Peace and Progress (NYPP) has petitioned Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio to, as a matter of urgency, take the issue of insecurity in the region a priority. To this end, it also called on the National Assembly to review […] Northern youths petition Senate over leadership committee on security Tribune Online

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15 h. ago FBN vs GHL: Appeal Court orders sale of crude oil onboard Tamara Tokoni

The Appeal Court sitting in Abuja has appointed the Chief Registrar of the Court of Appeal, in liaison with the Admiralty Marshal to take charge, possession and to secure any cargo of crude oil on board FPSO Tamara Tokoni against expropriation, waste, dissipation and or fraudulent disposition by any of the parties (FBN & GHL) […] The post FBN vs GHL: Appeal Court orders sale of crude oil onboard Tamara Tokoni appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Land scandal: Archbishop Ibezim secures court injunction against EFFC arrest

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and Bishop of the Diocese of Awka, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Alex Ibezim has secured an interim court injunction stopping Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from arresting him. The Bishop had been accused of illegal sale of landed property belonging […] The post Land scandal: Archbishop Ibezim secures court injunction against EFFC arrest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Troops intercept 23 million terrorist ransom, rescue victims

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) have recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism and banditry in Zamfara and Sokoto States, intercepting ransom payments running into millions, recovering rustled livestock, rescuing kidnapped victims, and neutralising terrorists in a string of operations. According to a statement signed by Captain David […] The post Troops intercept 23 million terrorist ransom, rescue victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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