78 m. ago Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arrived at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, in Abuja on Thursday for her arraignment over alleged defamation. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan got to the courtroom at about 10:30 am ahead of the session scheduled to begin at 11:00 am, awaiting the entrance of […] The post Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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81 m. ago Sen. Imasuen Breaks Silence On Alleged US Disbarment, Denies Misconduct

The senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Neda Imasuen, has denied widespread online allegations claiming he was disbarred from practising law in the United States over a $150 million client fraud. In a recent interview with Arise TV, monitored in Benin, the Edo Senator dismissed the claims as “completely false,” clarifying that his disbarment in […]

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90 m. ago Inclusion Of PWDs, Part Of My Administration’s Cornerstone, Says Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has said that the inclusion of People With Disabilities (PWD) has become the cornerstone of his administration. This came as the governor was urged to embark on full domestication of the disability law and disability commission, promote inclusive education, and establish vocational rehabilitation centres in each of the three senatorial […]

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2 h. ago Tackle sabotage, environmental crises in S/South, Senate tells SSDC nominees

The Senate has charged President Bola Tinubu’s nominees to the newly established South-South Development Commission (SSDC) board to prioritise developmental read more Tackle sabotage, environmental crises in S/South, Senate tells SSDC nominees

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3 h. ago Senate Gives NNPCL One Week To Account For Missing ₦210trn In Audited Reports

The Senate on Wednesday issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a detailed explanation for alleged discrepancies amounting to over ₦210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the years 2017 to 2023. The Senate Committee on Public Accounts issued the directive following a grilling session during which […]

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3 h. ago Osun East Senator Launches Revolving Loan Scheme To Empower 700 Entrepreneurs

Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District of Osun State and chairman of the Senate Committee on Industry, has launched a Revolving Loan Empowerment Scheme aimed at supporting over 700 small business owners and entrepreneurs in his constituency. The initiative, in partnership with the Osun State Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment, seeks to […]

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4 h. ago Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has claimed that 207 residents of Mokwa community died in the recent flooding tragedy, adding that 700 persons were still missing. Recall that the State Emergency Management Agency had disclosed that 163 lost their lives during the unfortunate event, with over 3,000 people displaced. Meanwhile, the state Governor, during a […] The post Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Again, Gunmen Attack Senator Natasha’s Family Home, Ritualist Arrested, Others On The Run

The family residence of Senator Natasha H. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, was once again attacked on Tuesday night at her country home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja by the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Media Office, it was revealed that the armed men […]

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7 h. ago Senate asks NNPCL to account for missing N210trn within one week

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has given the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) one week to account for unexplained discrepancies totaling over N210 trillion in its audited financial statements for the years 2017 to 2023. The ultimatum followed a probing session by the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, which uncovered serious inconsistencies in […] The post Senate asks NNPCL to account for missing N210trn within one week appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Proposed bill to reform MOFI faces pushback over power clash

A proposed bill to overhaul and strengthen the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) is facing opposition from key government agencies, read more Proposed bill to reform MOFI faces pushback over power clash

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10 h. ago Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF) Senator George Akume has condoled the people of Yelewata and the entire Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State over the June 13 killings in their community. Senator Akume also called on them to remain calm and steadfast as […] The post Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers

Tribune Online The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers WEDNESDAY June 4, 2025, witnessed the second anniversary of IGP Egbetokun’s Commendation and Award ceremony for officers who have distinguished themselves in their various fields of endeavour in the Nigeria Police service. Present at the occasion were the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, ably represented by the senate […] The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Lagos Govt Seals 10 Establishments Over Alleged Environmental Violation

Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, has sealed off several facilities across Lagos Mainland over persistent noise pollution and other environmental violations. The enforcement operation, which took place on Tuesday, was part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to uphold environmental standards and ensure public health and safety in residential and commercial areas. READ MORE: Lagos Govt Shuts […] The post Lagos Govt Seals 10 Establishments Over Alleged Environmental Violation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Audit Reports: Senate Gives NNPCL 1 Week To Account For ‘Missing’ ₦210trn

The Senate, on Wednesday, issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a detailed explanation for alleged discrepancies amounting to over ₦210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the years 2017 to 2023. The directive was issued by the Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC) following a grilling session […]

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13 h. ago Ghanaians protest at Nigerian High Commission in Accra over alleged harassment of investors

By Philip Nwosu Dozens of Ghanaians on Tuesday staged a protest at the Nigerian High Commission in Roman Ridge, Accra, decrying alleged harassment, intimidation, and rights violations of Ghanaian nationals and investors in Nigeria by Nigerian security agencies. The demonstration, led by Ghanaian investment firm Jonah Capital and its local partners, comes amid escalating tensions […] The post Ghanaians protest at Nigerian High Commission in Accra over alleged harassment of investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago EFCC: We will never allow relooting of recovered assets again

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigeria’s apex anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has assured Nigerians that it will never again allow hitherto looted assets by corrupt individuals to be relooted. The Chairman of the Commission, Mr Ola Olukoyede, gave the assurance in Kachia, Kaduna State on Wednesday when he paid a visit […] The post EFCC: We will never allow relooting of recovered assets again appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Senate gives NNPCL one week to account for missing ₦210tn in audited reports

The Senate has issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide detailed explanations regarding read more Senate gives NNPCL one week to account for missing ₦210tn in audited reports

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16 h. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, June 18, expressed strong dissatisfaction over the failure of security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the massacre of over 200 people in Yelewata community, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State. During his visit to Makurdi, the President demanded urgent arrests and vowed to personally […] The post Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio

Tribune Online Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called for transparency, factual evidence, and responsible public engagement over serious allegations involving Senator Godswill Akpabio. Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Nigeria, EU deepen collaboration against transnational organized crime

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (EUROJUST) and the Federal Ministry of Justice have signed a working arrangement to strengthen cooperation on transnational organized crime. This was a follow-up to recent meetings in 2023 between the parties, which includes the implementation on the arrangement. Speaking at a meeting in Abuja, […] The post Nigeria, EU deepen collaboration against transnational organized crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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