2 h. ago Putin orders conscription of 160,000 troops to strengthen war effort in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin, Russian President has authorised the conscription of 160,000 men to strengthen Russia’s efforts in the ongoing war with read more Putin orders conscription of 160,000 troops to strengthen war effort in Ukraine

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3 h. ago Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola

Tribune Online Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on maritime stakeholders across Africa to leverage the continent’s renewable energy potential to become a global leader in green shipping. The minister made the remark at the maiden Africa Strategic Summit on Shipping Decarbonization, held recently in Abuja. He stated that, with the International […] Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Lynched travellers: Edo politician condemns killings, slams police over insecurity

A senatorial aspirant under the Labour Party in Edo State, Paul Okojie, has condemned the recent mob killings of 16 Northerners in Uromi, Edo State, blaming the police for the incident. In a press statement Tuesday, Okojie said that the victims who were burnt alive by an irate mob were targeted in response to growing Read More

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19 h. ago Turkey Fines Meta For Resisting Content Restrictions On Facebook, Instagram

Meta has announced that the Turkish government has slammed it with hefty fine for resisting demands to limit content on Facebook and Instagram. “We pushed back on requests from the Turkish government to restrict content that is clearly in the public interest and have been fined by them as a consequence,” the company said in […]

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30 h. ago Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime

• Seeks collaboration of Sahel, West African countries   From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has vowed to tighten the noose on  Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) while canvassing effective border control. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said this when he addressed newsmen on the sidelines of the ongoing Border Security Summit in Lancaster House, […] The post Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the largest military call-up in recent history, enlisting 160,000 new troops as tensions continue to rise on multiple fronts. This latest conscription drive, announced on April 1, 2025, significantly expands Russia’s military presence amid ongoing conflicts and geopolitical struggles. According to official statements from Russian authorities on Tuesday, it […] The post Putin Orders Massive Military Call Up, Enlists 160,000 Troops Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago 45,000 in Ukraine without electricity after Russian strikes — Official

Tens of thousands of people in southern Ukraine have been left without power after Russian strikes, despite Kremlin claims it is not launching attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, Kyiv said Tuesday. Russia has rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire but says it agreed a temporary halt on Ukrainian energy sites. Read More

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50 h. ago Nigeria’s exceptionalism series: Sidi’s Dilemma (2): Learning from China’s growth infrastructures

In Wole Soyinka’s The Lion and the Jewel, Sidi’s choice between Lakunle’s hollow modernity and Baroka’s cunning traditionalism mirrors Nigeria’s read more Nigeria’s exceptionalism series: Sidi’s Dilemma (2): Learning from China’s growth infrastructures

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60 h. ago ‘Abia Deserves More Than Average Performance’, Ikoh Promises Jobs, Empowerment

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Henry Ikoh, has assured the people of Abia State that his leadership will ensure reduction in the level of poverty currently facing the people. Ikoh, who is a former Minister of State for Science and Technology, also assured that his government, if […]

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2 d. ago Kebbi Gov to release record of achievements for public appraisal, criticism

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has promised to unveil his record of achievements to enable the general public to appraise, evaluate, and criticise his administration’s achievements in the last two years. Nasir Idris also solicited the support of the people of the state towards the total success of his […] The post Kebbi Gov to release record of achievements for public appraisal, criticism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors

Tribune Online Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors In response to concerns raised by depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, whose balances exceed the maximum deposit insurance limit of N5 million, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it has intensified efforts to ensure timely payments. Following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s banking license by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on June […] Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Abiodun won’t abandon ongoing repairs of Ogun community roads – Aide

Governor Dapo Abiodun has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre road in their area. Read More

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3 d. ago Abiodun pledges completion of road repairs in Ogun communities

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre Read More

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4 d. ago Klinsmann scores Governor Soludo low, mocks APGA’s consensus candidate appeal

…urges Anambra electorate to reject “failed leadership”   Ike Chinedu Klinsmann, a prominent political figure and advocate for public accountability from Dunukofia Local Government Area of Anambra State, has issued a critical evaluation of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration. He describes the governor’s three-year tenure as marked by unfulfilled promises and misplaced priorities. This assessment comes […] The post Klinsmann scores Governor Soludo low, mocks APGA’s consensus candidate appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader

Tribune Online Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader The leadership of the National Assembly has justified the unanimous ratification of the state of emergency slammed on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu in the heat of the festering political crisis brewing in the state. The legislature posited that both chambers ratified the proclamation in spite of public outcries against it in national interest, […] Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Jesus: Sola Allyson slams troll over Panam Percy Paul comparison

Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter Sola Allyson has responded to criticism regarding the absence of direct references to Jesus in her latest album. An X user with the username @Folahanayo1 called her out on Friday following gospel icon Panam Percy Paul’s revelations that he rejected a whopping £24m record deal in 1995 to reduce Jesus Read More

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4 d. ago Osun communal crisis: Ilobu monarch laments losses, calls for lasting peace

Tribune Online Osun communal crisis: Ilobu monarch laments losses, calls for lasting peace The monarch decried the tragic loss of lives and destruction of property, calling for a permanent ceasefire and peaceful coexistence among the warring communities. Osun communal crisis: Ilobu monarch laments losses, calls for lasting peace Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Tutu Of Abuja Set To Redefine Nightlife With Launch Of BluePill Luxe

Abuja’s nightlife is on the verge of a remarkable transformation as BluePill Luxe, in partnership with renowned socialite and chairman of Tutu Group, Mr. Desmond James Ezenwa, popularly known as ‘Tutu of Abuja’, prepares to usher in a new era of premium entertainment. This highly anticipated venture promises an electrifying fusion of exclusivity, luxury, and […]

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5 d. ago NASFAT, cleric slam Nigerian pilgrims over ‘unholy acts’ in Hajj

The Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society of Nigeria has condemned the behaviour of some Nigerian Muslims performing the lesser hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. NASFAT urged Nigerian pilgrims to refrain from inappropriate and disrespectful conduct while in the holy city, stating that such actions did not represent Islam. In viral videos circulating on X (formerly Twitter), some Nigerian Read More

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