56 m. ago Ogun students, youths mourn with Tinubu, Abiodun over Buhari, Awujale’s deaths

The national leadership of Coalition of Ogun State Students and Youths (COSSY) has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun over Sunday’s demise of former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Awujalè and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland,  Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. This is contained in a Monday statement signed by National Convener of COSSY, […] The post Ogun students, youths mourn with Tinubu, Abiodun over Buhari, Awujale’s deaths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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97 m. ago Illegal Bunkering: Nigerian Army Arrests 50 Suspects In Niger Delta

Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army have arrested 50 persons suspected to be involved in illegal bunkering and refining of petroleum products in parts of the Niger Delta region. The troops, who conducted their operations at different fronts with other security agencies between June 30 July 13, 2025, also dismantled 11 Illegal refining sites and […]

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99 m. ago Presidential Delegation Arrives London To Repatriate Buhari’s Remains

A high-level presidential delegation has arrived in London to begin the solemn process of repatriating the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday following a protracted illness. The delegation, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, landed in the United […]

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99 m. ago Buhari: “Nigeria Lost Real Democrat, Detribalised Leader Who Hates Corruption” — Amaechi

Former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has described ex-president Muhammadu Buhari as a real Democrat and true patriotic leader. Mr. Amaechi said that Buhari was a detribalised gentleman who hated corruption with passion, adding that his word was his bond. The former governor of Rivers State expressed shock at Buhari’s passing, noting that he was an epitome […] The post Buhari: “Nigeria Lost Real Democrat, Detribalised Leader Who Hates Corruption” — Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago National Assembly suspends plenary in honour of late President Buhari

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The National Assembly has announced that there will be no plenary session this week following the suspension of all legislative activities until Tuesday, July 22, 2025, to mourn the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. An announcement by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, Esq., explained that the move […] The post National Assembly suspends plenary in honour of late President Buhari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Buhari, The Criminal, That Sent DSS, Soldiers To Kill Me In 2021, Has Died Before Me – Sunday Igboho

Popular Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Igboho, has mocked the death of former president, Muhammadu Buhari. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that Buhari passed on at the age of 82, in a medical center in London. In a statement by his Spokesman, Garba Shehu on Sunday, disclosed that the former head of state gave up […] The post Buhari, The Criminal, That Sent DSS, Soldiers To Kill Me In 2021, Has Died Before Me – Sunday Igboho appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Kaduna Police Arrest 17 Suspects For Robbery, Kidnapping, Illegal Arms Operations

The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested no fewer than 17 suspects in connection with armed robbery, kidnapping, arms trafficking, and illegal arms fabrication across different parts of the state. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson, Mansir Hassan, the arrests followed intelligence-driven operations and thorough investigations aimed at dismantling criminal […] The post Kaduna Police Arrest 17 Suspects For Robbery, Kidnapping, Illegal Arms Operations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Muhammadu Buhari: A life of power, principle, and paradox (1942–2025)

Muhammadu Buhari, a former Nigerian military ruler and the nation’s first opposition candidate to win a presidential election, has died. read more Muhammadu Buhari: A life of power, principle, and paradox (1942–2025)

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2 h. ago Sahara Energy Secures $225m Loan To Drive Global Expansion, Sustainability

Sahara Energy Resource Limited has announced the successful closing of a USD 225 million unsecured, committed Revolving Credit Facility (RCF). The facility was significantly oversubscribed, underscoring the confidence of the international financial community in Sahara’s business model, performance, and strategic vision of bringing energy to life responsibly. The new facility is supported by a syndicate […]

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2 h. ago Shettima arrives in London to escort Buhari’s body to Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in London following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. He was received at the airport by Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar. Shettima’s trip to the United Kingdom was ordered by President Bola Tinubu after Buhari […] The post Shettima arrives in London to escort Buhari’s body to Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Buhari: Nigeria has lost one of its greatest leaders – Shettima

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed profound sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing the nation’s loss as one of the greatest in recent memory. In a heartfelt condolence message released on Sunday, July 13, by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President said, “It is a […] The post Buhari: Nigeria has lost one of its greatest leaders – Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago SGF, FEC members mourn Buhari, say he led with calm strength, moral clarity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has expressed profound sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away today in the United Kingdom. In a statement issued by Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, speaking on behalf of the Federal Executive […] The post SGF, FEC members mourn Buhari, say he led with calm strength, moral clarity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Buhari: Leader who always did what he believed was right – Ngelale

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The former Senior Special Assistant to former President Muhammadu Buhari on Public Affairs (2019–2023), Ajuri Ngelale, in a tribute to the late leader, emphasised that Buhari was a man who consistently acted according to his convictions, regardless of popular opinion or pressure. Reflecting on his time working under Buhari, Ngelale said, […] The post Buhari: Leader who always did what he believed was right – Ngelale appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ‘A colossal loss’: Mbah mourns Buhari, hails his forthrightness, patriotism

The Sun Governor of Enugu State Dr Peter Mbah has expressed deep grief over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as a colossal loss to the entire nation. Reacting to the sad development, Governor Mbah, in a condolence message personally signed by him on Sunday, July 13, described Buhari as one of […] The post ‘A colossal loss’: Mbah mourns Buhari, hails his forthrightness, patriotism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago WAFCON: Super Falcons secure top spot in Group B despite draw against Algeria

By Seyi Babalola The Fennecs of Algeria held Nigeria’s Super Falcons to a 0-0 draw in their last group game of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Justine Madugu’s side finished first in Group B with seven points after three games. The nine-time winners will meet Zambia’s Copper Queens in the quarterfinals on Friday. […] The post WAFCON: Super Falcons secure top spot in Group B despite draw against Algeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Buhari: ACF, CAN, AYCF, others mourn, security beefed up at Kaduna home

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Security was yesterday beefed up at the Sultan Lane Kaduna residence of Muhammadu Buhari. Journalists and mourners were barred from entering the house by security men guarding the house, saying they had not been officially informed about the General’s death and the need for people to visit the house None of […] The post Buhari: ACF, CAN, AYCF, others mourn, security beefed up at Kaduna home appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Buhari: ACF, CAN, AYCF, others mourn, security beefup at Kaduna home

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Security was yesterday beefed up at the Sultan lane Kaduna residence of Muhammadu Buhari. Journalists and mourners were barred from entering the house by security men guarding the house, saying they were yet to be officially communicated about the General’s death and the need for people to visit the house None […] The post Buhari: ACF, CAN, AYCF, others mourn, security beefup at Kaduna home appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Customs partners NIIA to train senior officers on global trade, security operations

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), has graduated the first batch of senior officers from its newly introduced executive course on complex Customs operations, aimed at strengthening national trade and security operations through strategic capacity building. The one month-long training, which took place […] The post Customs partners NIIA to train senior officers on global trade, security operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Okpebholo Establishes Special Squad Against Cultism, Kidnapping

The Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo has approved the establishment of a Special Security Squad aimed at flushing out kidnappers and cultists terrorising the state in a bid to address the rising wave of insecurity. The new operation, titled “Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists”, is a strategic initiative by the Office of the Principal […]

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6 h. ago UBA marks 10 years of digital success with VERiCASH, rewards mobile app users

By Chukwuma Umeorah United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has marked the 10th anniversary of its digital partnership with leading fintech company, VERiCASH. The decade-long collaboration birthed the UBA Mobile App, which has become a leading platform for secure and user-friendly digital banking experiences across Africa. To commemorate this, UBA has launched a promo for […] The post UBA marks 10 years of digital success with VERiCASH, rewards mobile app users appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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