88 m. ago Exclusion of CONUA from agreement renegotiation dangerous for academic system – Sunmonu

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Congress of University Academics (CONUA), has expressed concern over its exclusion from the renegotiation process on the 2009 agreement saying that the development is dangerous for academic system. In a letter dated 4th April, 2025, addressed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), it was indicated that the committee […] The post Exclusion of CONUA from agreement renegotiation dangerous for academic system – Sunmonu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the spate of escalating insecurity in the country, Abia North Lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has called for urgent steps by the Government to end the ugly scourge. In light of the prevailing situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission advocated for the investment of additional […] The post Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Access Bank gets final approval for Kenya’s National Bank takeover

The Central Bank of Kenya and the National Treasury have given the green light for Nigerian lender Access Bank PLC to acquire the struggling National Bank of Kenya, marking a key step forward in the nearly year-long acquisition process. The approval, announced on Monday, brings Access Bank closer to finalising its purchase of 100 percent Read More

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6 h. ago PICTORIAL: Blue Origin Completes Spacelight With Historic All

Blue Origin has completed its latest spacelight Monday with a historic all-female crew. The mission, NS-31, was the 11th human flight for Jeff Bezos’s space tourism company and 31st overall. It included six women: aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe; activist Amanda Nguyen; CBS Mornings host Gayle King; pop singer Katy Perry; film producer Kerianne Flynn; and […]

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7 h. ago Senate vows equitable use of ₦1tn to revive solid minerals sector

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Senator Ekong Sampson, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, has pledged that the 10th Senate will ensure the equitable use of the ₦1 trillion allocated in the 2025 budget to revitalise Nigeria’s dormant solid minerals sector. Speaking through his deputy, Senator Mustaph Habib, during an oversight visit in […] The post Senate vows equitable use of ₦1tn to revive solid minerals sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tribunal directs BIPC to refile suit against SEC, Dangote, others

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Investment and Securities Tribunal (IST) in Abuja has ordered Benue Investment and Property Company (BIPC) Limited and another plaintiff to refile their suit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dangote Industries Limited, and five others. On April 14, IST Chairman Amos Azi instructed the plaintiffs to regularise court processes […] The post Tribunal directs BIPC to refile suit against SEC, Dangote, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago 8 Shortlisted Applicants Fail Kwara TESCOM Drug Test, Lose Slots

At least eight of the 1,800 shortlisted applicants for the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) jobs have tested positive to outlawed drugs. They have therefore automatically lost their slots to the next best candidates in the highly competitive exercise. TESCOM chairman, Bello Abubakar disclosed that the eight shortlisted candidates tested positive to hard drugs […]

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9 h. ago LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Marcel Ngogbehei, Director General of the Labour Party’s Directorate of Mobilisation, has accused the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) of spreading misinformation by claiming that National Chairman Julius Abure illegally occupies his position following a Supreme Court ruling. In a statement issued on April 13, Ngogbehei called HURIWA’s assertions […] The post LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago We don’t need you to win Delta in 2027 – Nwoko to Oborevwori

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta North Senator Ned Nwoko has taken a swipe at Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, saying that the governor is not welcome in his alleged bid to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) to seek reelection. He made this statement at Agbor, Ika South local government area, during the official […] The post We don’t need you to win Delta in 2027 – Nwoko to Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Substandard CNG Kits Flooding Nigerian Markets, Says Northern Group

The Arewa Unity Forum (AUF) has expressed concern over an influx of substandard Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) kits and cylinders into the Nigerian market. The national chairman of AUF, Nasiru Umar, said that while the nation has embraced a cleaner and more sustainable energy future, safety and quality standards mustn’t be compromised. He added that […]

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13 h. ago Otti Has Written His Name In Gold, Chair Abia Monarchs, Says

The Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers chairman, Eze Linus Mba, said that the governor, Alex Otti, had written his name in gold and endeared himself to the people. Eze Mba spoke to LEADERSHIP on the sidelines of the inauguration of the newly reconstructed Umuahia-Uzuakoli-Akara-Abiriba Road by former president Olusegun Obasanjo at Uzuakoli. He said […]

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13 h. ago Gaga, Green Day, guest stars highlight Coachella 2025’s diverse lineup

Coachella 2025 boasted A-lister guest appearances, a dose of leftist politics, orchestral fusion and Y2K fashion. Here are takeaways from the first weekend of the premier festival that draws hundreds of thousands of revelers to the California desert: • Pop reigns… with a hint of classical – Lady Gaga, Post Malone, Benson Boone, Charli XCX, Read More

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14 h. ago Forum To Brainstorm On Energy Transformation, Emerging Business Opportunities

Energy stakeholders are expected to brainstorm on energy transformation and emerging business opportunities in the country at the 24th edition of NOG Energy Week is expected to take place from 29th of June to 3rd of July 2025. The event will also help to advance conversations on raising African stakes in global energy industry, as […]

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14 h. ago Kwara Police Confirm Arrest Of Portable Over Alleged Defamation Against Saheed Osupa

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, over a series of allegations brought against him by Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. The ‘Zazoo Zeh’ crooner was taken into custody on Saturday over claims bordering on criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, and character assassination. […] The post Kwara Police Confirm Arrest Of Portable Over Alleged Defamation Against Saheed Osupa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago APC Will Take Over Delta State In 2027 – Gov Okpebholo, Ganduje

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo and national chairman of All Progressive Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, have assured that Delta State, just like Edo, is ready to witness practical governance under an APC administration. The duo, alongside other party stalwarts in the South South over the weekend in Agbor, Delta State, said when they received members […]

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18 h. ago Take a cue from Otti on good governance, Jonathan advises politicians

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on leaders across Nigeria to take a cue from what the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, is doing in the state. Jonathan, who is also an alumnus of the University of Port Harcourt, made the call on Saturday,  during the University of Port Harcourt’s Alumni, 1980s Reunion Dinner Read More

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20 h. ago Nigerians should learn from Obasanjo, return to agric – Afe Babalola

Legal luminary and founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), has called on Nigerians and all levels of government to take a cue from former President Olusegun Obasanjo by returning to agriculture as a means to eradicate poverty, hunger and unemployment. Babalola referenced Obasanjo’s Operation Feed the Nation initiative, introduced during Read More

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21 h. ago Couple accuses Lagos task force of unlawful property takeover

A couple, Kunle and Ronke Ajayi have accused the Lagos State Task Force of unlawfully locking up their property located on Plot 170B, Oyadiran Estate, Sabo in the Yaba area of Lagos State. Speaking with PUNCH Metro,  at the weekend, the wife said men from the task force office stormed their residence on Thursday, March Read More

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25 h. ago ‘No job offers yet,’ civil service commission disowns viral recruitment list

The Federal Civil Service Commission has disowned what it called a fictitious candidates’ shortlists circulating online, declaring that the information did not emanate from the commission. In a post by the Chairman, FCSC, Tunji Olaopa on X on Sunday to disclaim the recruitment, he said those online publications are fictitious and should be disregarded. ‘The Read More

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29 h. ago Chelsea draw 2–2 with Ipswich, Liverpool edge West Ham in dramatic finish

Chelsea were forced to settle for a 2–2 draw at home against newly promoted Ipswich Town on Sunday in a Premier League fixture that saw the visitors take a surprising early lead before the hosts clawed their way back in the second half. Ipswich stunned Stamford Bridge in the 19th minute when Julio Enciso fired Read More

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