11 m. ago Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnappings

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure 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 in the area. According to […] The post Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnappings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 m. ago African leaders, AfDB push for governance reforms, regional integration for Africa’s transformation

Tribune Online African leaders, AfDB push for governance reforms, regional integration for Africa’s transformation AFRICAN leaders, experts, the African Development Bank (AfDB) and development partners have called for urgent reforms to strengthen governance, deepen regional integration, and drive inclusive growth across the continent. Opening the Nigerian Economic Society’s (NES) 66th Annual Conference in Abuja, recently, Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima stated that Nigeria’s youthful population — on average aged […] African leaders, AfDB push for governance reforms, regional integration for Africa’s transformation Tribune Online

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3 h. ago ‘Tinubu Has Better Balance Sheet Than Buhari’, Says SDP Chieftain Adebayo

The former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewale Adebayo, has said that President Bola Tinubu has recorded some financial gains compared to his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, particularly in revenue generation and balance sheet management. Adebayo, who featured on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday night, however, warned that the […]

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7 h. ago Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Emeritus Professor Samuel Ohaegbulam, Foundation President of the Nigerian Academy of Medicine (NAMED), has raised alarm over the worsening state of Nigeria’s universities, warning that the unchecked expansion of institutions without regard for quality is weakening the entire system. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Lecture, Induction Ceremony and Scientific Conference of […] The post Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 58,820 Nigerian youths sign up for YDPAT nationwide — Olawande

Tribune Online 58,820 Nigerian youths sign up for YDPAT nationwide — Olawande The Federal Government has revealed that a total of 58,820 young Nigerians signed up from all six geopolitical zones of the country to participate in 58,820 Nigerian youths sign up for YDPAT nationwide — Olawande Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Anambra Govt Unveils N3.5bn Empowerment Plan For 8,300 Youths

The Anambra State Government has announced plans to empower 8,300 youths with N3.5 billion under the second batch of its 1Youth2Skills Plus programme. The Commissioner for Youth Development, Patrick Aghamba, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to Aghamba, the initiative is designed to help beneficiaries establish and expand businesses after undergoing entrepreneurial […] The post Anambra Govt Unveils N3.5bn Empowerment Plan For 8,300 Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 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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12 h. ago Ondo woman arrested for allegedly killing sister over N800 dispute

Tribune Online Ondo woman arrested for allegedly killing sister over N800 dispute “Disputes, no matter how small, should be resolved through dialogue and not violence. This case shows how avoidable quarrels can end in tragedy,” Lawal said. Ondo woman arrested for allegedly killing sister over N800 dispute Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Emergency Rule: CSOs, NYCN, others march for Rivers peace, unity

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Members of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), religious groups, and the creative industry have staged a peace walk as the six-month emergency rule in Rivers State draws to a close. The convener of the peace march, the Rivers Peace Initiative (RPI), declared that state […] The post Emergency Rule: CSOs, NYCN, others march for Rivers peace, unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago International Day of Women: Rights group links gender disparity to underdevelopment

From Idu Jude, Abuja   In commemoration of the 2025 edition of International Women’s Day, a civil rights organization under the aegis of the Initiative for Research, Innovation, and Advocacy in Development (IRIAD) has called for urgent reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions and expand women’s political representation in governance. The group warned that the […] The post International Day of Women: Rights group links gender disparity to underdevelopment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Katsina Government Unveils Empowerment Plan For Repentant Bandits

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Radda has announced a multi-pronged programme aimed at consolidating peace and discouraging a return to violence among former bandits. In a statement jointly signed by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Salisu Zango, and the Governor’s Director-General on Media, Maiwada DanMallam, Governor Radda said the state will provide 152 new […]

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15 h. ago Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists

Tribune Online Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists Amnesty International has raised fresh concerns over the rising attacks on press freedom in Nigeria, warning that the state is increasingly weaponising the law to Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development

…Says Infrastructure May Collapse Without Skilled Workforce From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Civil society organisations in Gombe State have called on the government to shift focus from physical infrastructure to human capital development, warning that without skilled manpower, ongoing projects may not be sustainable in the long run. The Chairman of the Gombe Network of Civil […] The post Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Avoid boreholes, well water now — Ogun govt warns coastal communities, others

Tribune Online Avoid boreholes, well water now — Ogun govt warns coastal communities, others The commissioner explained that the advisory became necessary due to the expected impact of Avoid boreholes, well water now — Ogun govt warns coastal communities, others Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Enugu Patriots to Sujimoto: You can’t lie your way out of our Smart School Money

Enugu State Patriots, a group of leaders cutting across political and professional backgrounds, have accused the CEO of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Company Limited, Olasijibomi Ogundele, of lies and emotional manipulation to wriggle himself out of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) net. The Enugu Patriots equally alerted the public to an alleged well-oiled smear […] The post Enugu Patriots to Sujimoto: You can’t lie your way out of our Smart School Money appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns

Tribune Online Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns FORMER Vice-President Atiku Abubakar warned that the planned move to reduce the nation’s stakes in joint ventures in the oil sector is capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty over its most strategic resources. Atiku, who gave the warning in a statement issued by his Media Office in Abuja on Monday, expressed serious concern on the plan […] Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns Tribune Online

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19 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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22 h. ago Sudden ban on sheanut exports may undermine investor confidence, threaten jobs —CPPE

Tribune Online Sudden ban on sheanut exports may undermine investor confidence, threaten jobs —CPPE …says over $3bn non-oil exports gains may be reversed The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has warned that the sudden implementation of the six-month ban on raw Shea nut exports, by the Federal Government, may undermine investor confidence, threaten thousands of jobs in cultivation, aggregation, logistics, and trade in Shea nuts, and […] Sudden ban on sheanut exports may undermine investor confidence, threaten jobs —CPPE Tribune Online

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24 h. ago New book challenges Nigerian students to build wealth amid hardship

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu In a daring bid to rewire the mindset of Nigeria’s youth, renowned author and cleric, Venerable Anthony Ajero, has launched his latest work, Campus Millionaires, a practical guide aimed at equipping students with the financial intelligence needed to navigate today’s harsh economic realities. Speaking at the unveiling, Ajero, who has over 30 […] The post New book challenges Nigerian students to build wealth amid hardship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago 2027 Polls: Situation Room Calls For Speedy Passage Of Pending Reforms

Odo warned that Nigeria's democracy was at a crossroads threatened by deepening government deficit. The post 2027 Polls: Situation Room Calls For Speedy Passage Of Pending Reforms appeared first on Channels Television.

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