2 h. ago Abia North: Cleric, Abam stakeholders rally behind Orji Kalu as lawmaker empowers farmers

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja In a week marked by fresh empowerment initiatives and sharp political crossfire, Abia North Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has been fiercely defended by community stakeholders, party faithful, and clergy, all warning detractors that no amount of political blackmail can silence a legacy rooted in tangible service. Across the five local government […] The post Abia North: Cleric, Abam stakeholders rally behind Orji Kalu as lawmaker empowers farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Sierra Leone’s chief minister David Sengeh hints at presidential ambitions, ties future bid to legacy of service

In what could be the clearest indication yet of future presidential ambition, Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, has suggested that he may consider running for the country’s highest office, on the condition that he deems his national service impactful enough to warrant the trust of the people. The tech-driven leader and former […] The post Sierra Leone’s chief minister David Sengeh hints at presidential ambitions, ties future bid to legacy of service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Wike’s Unprecedented Transformation Of FCT Deserves Applause – APC Chieftain

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has decried the recent protests against the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Wike, describing them as unfair and ethnically motivated. He disclosed this in a  statement released on Tuesday.Dr Aikoriogie lauded Wike’s leadership, noting […]

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4 d. ago FCT Primary School Teachers To Call Off Strike After Wike’s Intervention

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) branch, will any moment from now call off the three-month-old primary school teachers’ strike, following the intervention of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. Chief of Staff to the Minister, Mr Chidi Amadi, disclosed this in Abuja on Thursday after a closed-door meeting involving the Minister, […]

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7 d. ago 2027: No plan to impose me as Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate — Adelabu

Tribune Online 2027: No plan to impose me as Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate — Adelabu Minister for Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has debunked insinuations that President Bola Tinubu will impose him on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State as the 2027 governorship candidate of the party. He said the APC would conduct a primary when the time comes, noting that the best candidate would emerge without any imposition. […] 2027: No plan to impose me as Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate — Adelabu Tribune Online

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7 d. ago FG pledges stable electricity in barracks to boost security efforts

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja As the country grapples with insecurity, the federal government has pledged to prioritise stable electricity supply to all military bases to help tackle the menace. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made the commitment while receiving the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, and his delegation during a […] The post FG pledges stable electricity in barracks to boost security efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Insecurity: FG to ensure stable electricity supply in barracks 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja As the country grapples with insecurity across the six geopolitical zones, federal government has pledged to prioritise stable electricity supply to all military bases across the country.  Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu made the commitment while receiving the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar and his delegation during […] The post Insecurity: FG to ensure stable electricity supply in barracks  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Aikoriogie Hails Wike Over Reconciliation With Fubara, FCT Transformation

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has extended high praise to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, for his bold and statesman-like role in reconciling with the suspended Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Describing the truce as a “win-win for both parties and a […]

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1 week ago FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council

Tribune Online FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council The Federal Government has appointed Morenike Grace Henry (JP) as the Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion. According to a press release signed by Henry David, Assistant Chief Information Officer at the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has named Morenike Grace Henry (JP) as the […] FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Sierra Leone’s VP celebrates President Bio’s ECOWAS Leadership

Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has celebrated President Julius Maada Bio’s election as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government, describing it as a “historic milestone” not just for his country but also for regional solidarity.  In his remarks after […] The post Sierra Leone’s VP celebrates President Bio’s ECOWAS Leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Julius Bio of Sierra Leone

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday handed over the Chairmanship of the Authority of the Heads of State of the Economic read more Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Julius Bio of Sierra Leone

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2 w. ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone President

As Bio pledges to restore democracy, boost security, and drive economic integration as new chair From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Sunday formally handed over the Chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to President Julius Bio of Sierra Leone during the 67th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS held […] The post Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu Hands Over ECOWAS Leadership To Sierra Leone’s Julius Maada Bio

President Bola Tinubu has officially handed over the chairmanship of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government to President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone. The handover took place on Sunday, June 22, 2025, during the 67th Ordinary Session of the Authority held at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. In his farewell […] The post Tinubu Hands Over ECOWAS Leadership To Sierra Leone’s Julius Maada Bio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS leadership to Sierra Leone’s President, Maada Bio

Tribune Online Tinubu hands over ECOWAS leadership to Sierra Leone’s President, Maada Bio President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Abuja, handed over the mantle of leadership as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)... Tinubu hands over ECOWAS leadership to Sierra Leone’s President, Maada Bio Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone’s President

As Bio pledges to restore democracy, boost security, and drive economic integration as new chair From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Sunday formally handed over the Chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to President Julius Bio of Sierra Leone during the 67th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS held […] The post Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone’s President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sierra Leone’s Maada Bio Succeeds Tinubu As New ECOWAS Chairman

Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, has emerged as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, who held the position for the past two years. The announcement was made during the ECOWAS Summit held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where regional leaders gathered to […]

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2 w. ago Bio Succeeds Tinubu As ECOWAS Chair, Vows To Tackle Insecurity, Restore Democracy

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) entered a new chapter on Sunday as President Julius Maada Wonie Bio of Sierra Leone was elected chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, succeeding Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, who served for two consecutive terms. The leadership transition took place during the 67th […]

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3 w. ago June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN

Tribune Online June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Adeniyi Akintola, in this interview by SAM NWAOKO speaks on his June 12, 1993 experiences, his activism and pro-democracy struggles among other issues. June 12 is 32 while democracy is 26 years in Nigeria. We are celebrating while some Nigerians would rather prefer that we reflect and think […] June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN Tribune Online

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3 w. ago 2027 Presidency: I Will Make My Position Known By Year End – Olawepo

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed his recent endorsement by youths from the North Central zone, describing it as a timely call to national duty, while hinting at a potential formal declaration for the 2027 presidential election before the end of the year. In a statement on his social media page on Monday, […]

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last month ‘We are building a legacy in Osun through technology and innovation’

Tribune Online ‘We are building a legacy in Osun through technology and innovation’ In this interview with ADEOLU ADEYEMO, Mr. Badmus Azeez, the Special Adviser on Innovation, Science, Technology and Digital Economy to the Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, speaks on the administration’s performance, the design of the Osun State Resident Identity System, policies to support young entrepreneurs and efforts to digitise public services and enhance the […] ‘We are building a legacy in Osun through technology and innovation’ Tribune Online

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