3 h. ago UK Protesters Charged With Supporting Palestine Action Appear In Court

Hundreds of people have been arrested at protests accused of showing support for the pro-Palestinian organisation since it was proscribed by the UK government in July. The post UK Protesters Charged With Supporting Palestine Action Appear In Court appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago IAWPA Chieftain, Felicia Iwobi, Calls For Agricultural Investment In Nigeria

Amb. Felicia Iwobi, the Nigerian representative of the African Food Action Club, an initiative of the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), has emphasised the importance of investing in research and food production in Nigeria. This call to action followed the launch of the initiative in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the United Nations Food […]

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8 h. ago Supreme Court dismisses appeal against SDV Nigeria Ltd over Lagos estate sale

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The protracted legal dispute over the sale of an industrial estate in Lagos State has finally been resolved by the Supreme Court, in favour of SDV Nigeria Limited. In a unanimous judgment, the apex court dismissed the appeal filed by an an Estate Surveyor and Valuer, Philip Ojo, for lacking in […] The post Supreme Court dismisses appeal against SDV Nigeria Ltd over Lagos estate sale appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Prison Congestion: Governor Eno Okays Recruitment Of 1,000 Judicial Workers

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno has approved the immediate recruitment of 1,000 additional staff into the State judiciary for quick dispensation of justice. Governor Eno announced the approval at a thanksgiving forum in Uyo, the State capital to usher in the 2025/2026 Legal Year of the State Judiciary. He explained that hiring additional […]

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9 h. ago 2027: My argument on zoning vindicated, as PDP throws door open to all regions – Olawepo

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally aligned with the long-held position of technocrat and politician Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim by declaring that its zoning arrangement will not prevent aspirants from other regions from contesting the presidential ticket in 2027. PDP’s National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade, made the clarification on Arise Television’s […] The post 2027: My argument on zoning vindicated, as PDP throws door open to all regions – Olawepo-Hashim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnapping

…Calls for govt action   From Bamigbola Gbolagunte   The Isanlu Isin Youth Forum in Kwara State has raised the alarm over the increasing rate of insecurity in Kwara south senatorial district of the state. To this end, the forum called on the state government and security agencies to intensify efforts at curbing criminal acts […] The post Insecurity: Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnapping appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders

Tribune Online Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders According to him, illegal waste disposal poses serious health hazards, causes flooding, and undermines government efforts to promote a cleaner and healthier environment. Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders Tribune Online

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14 h. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clears South Africa In Player Eligibility Case

In a devastating blow for Nigeria and Benin Republic’s quest for a 2026 World Cup ticket, football’s governing body, FIFA has ruled out any disciplinary action against South Africa regarding allegations of fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This decision effectively extinguishes Nigeria’s hopes of benefiting from administrative sanctions within […]

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14 h. ago Osimhen Still In Pain, Expected To Return Soon, Says Galatasaray Coach

Victor Osimhen is still experiencing pain but is expected to return to action soon, according to Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk. Osimhen sustained an injury while on international duty with Nigeria last week and returned to Turkey immediately for treatment, with Galatasaray providing updates on their official website. The powerful forward missed the Yellow and Red’s […]

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15 h. ago Amusan Salvages Team Nigeria’s Campaign With Silver Medal In Tokyo

World record holder in the 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, has salvaged Team Nigeria’s campaign at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo by clinching a silver medal for the country in the Women’s 100m hurdles final yesterday. The Nigerian sprint star finished in 12.29 seconds, securing second place behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who claimed […]

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16 h. ago Voter Registration: 4.44m Nigerians Register Online In 4 Weeks

A total of 4,445,505 Nigerians have pre-registered online in the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in the last four weeks. According to INEC, the combined figures of the completed online pre-registration and the physical (in-person) registration stood at 509,929 as at last Friday. LEADERSHIP reports that while the online pre-registration started on August 18, […]

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17 h. ago Group commends Tinubu, demands action against sponsors of insecurity

A group, Concerned Citizens of Zamfara, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his administration’s commitment to combating banditry and kidnapping in Northern Nigeria. In a statement by the Director of Public Affairs, Concerned Citizens of Zamfara, Dr. Yazidu Muhammad Namoriki, the group highlighted the president’s efforts to restore peace and security in the region, acknowledging […] The post Group commends Tinubu, demands action against sponsors of insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Patients Stranded As Abuja Resident Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike

Resident doctors under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) commenced an indefinite strike yesterday as their seven-day warning strike ended. The action has confused many residents of the FCT, particularly patients who cannot afford the high cost of treatment in private hospitals. At Nyanya General Hospital, a patient, who identified herself as Agatha, narrated her […]

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18 h. ago Unions Kick As Rector Denies Using Soldiers To Supervise Exams

Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) at the Federal Polytechnic, Bida and the National Association of Polytechnic Students, (NAPS) Senate arm have kicked against the use of mercenaries to conduct the ongoing second semester examination following the industrial action embarked upon by the lecturers. LEADERSHIP findings revealed that the polytechnic management went ahead to conduct […]

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18 h. ago CVR: 4.5m new voters register, students account for 1 million

•INEC confirms online pre-registration figure From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has disclosed that 4,445,505 Nigerians have pre-registered online after four weeks of the commencement of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. INEC made the confirmation in a statement by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee, […] The post CVR: 4.5m new voters register, students account for 1 million appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Anambra governorship polls: INEC and vitriolic election campaigns

By Chekwube Nzomiwu In a healthy democratic system of government, an election campaign enables political parties and their candidates to prepare and present their manifestos and programmes, respectively, to the electorate. It is expected that an election campaign should be issue based in order to achieve its goal, which is to enable the voters to […] The post Anambra governorship polls: INEC and vitriolic election campaigns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago CVR: Women lead exercise as INEC declares 509,929 new registrants

Tribune Online CVR: Women lead exercise as INEC declares 509,929 new registrants The Independent National Electoral Commission has given an estimate of 509,929 as eligible Nigerians who have registered so far in CVR: Women lead exercise as INEC declares 509,929 new registrants Tribune Online

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28 h. ago 2027: PDP demands legal backing for electronic transmission of results

Tribune Online 2027: PDP demands legal backing for electronic transmission of results The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday urged both the Federal Government and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a legal framework supports the electronic transmission of election results in 2027. 2027: PDP demands legal backing for electronic transmission of results Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Measles Rubella: Oyo targets over 3m children for vaccination

By Oluseye Ojo   The Oyo State Government has announced vaccination for over three million children in its Integrated Measles Rubella Campaign. Rubella, also known as German measles, typically causes mild illness in children and adults. It is said to be the leasing cause of death among young children worldwide. As gathered, it is under-documented […] The post Measles Rubella: Oyo targets over 3m children for vaccination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders

Tribune Online FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 12, covering Bauchi, Borno, and Yobe states and headquartered in Bauchi, has launched a major operation to tackle the rampant cases of overloading in the North-Eastern region of Nigeria. FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders Tribune Online

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