46 m. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle over improved security

The Northern Elders Political Development Group has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for their collaborative efforts in enhancing security in the North-West region of Nigeria. In a statement issued by its Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, Read More

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55 m. 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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67 m. ago Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Benue community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja, Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Residents  of Asa community in Otukpo Local Government, Benue State, yesterday took to the streets to protest the rising cases of killings and kidnappings in the area allegedly perpetrated by armed herdsmen. From the videos trending on social media, the protesters blocked major roads in Otukpo town, causing […] The post Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Benue community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Solar firm seeks partners to advance renewable energy growth

By Chinenye Anuforo LPV Technologies, a  local solar panel manufacturer, is seeking partnerships with dealers and distributors to enhance the renewable energy sector in Nigeria. The company is offering an opportunity for partners to tap into the growing market for top-grade solar panels, with the potential to create wealth and generate employment nationwide. In a […] The post Solar firm seeks partners to advance renewable energy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago USAID’s local and overseas workers set to be fired immediately

Elon Musk’s team, which is working to cut government costs, is finalising plans to completely shut down the U.S. Agency read more USAID’s local and overseas workers set to be fired immediately

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5 h. ago Uromi killings: DSS operatives arrest two principal suspects

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) have arrested two principal suspects allegedly involved in the killing of 16 travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government, last week. The suspects were said to have been arrested in Uromi following credible intelligence. It was learnt that operatives of various security […] The post Uromi killings: DSS operatives arrest two principal suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Korea International Cooperation Agency to intervene in Ekiti smart education

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti As part of its efforts to improve smart education in Ekiti State, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is set to commence the second phase of its educational intervention at the Ekiti Smart School in Ijan-Ekiti, Gbonyin Local Government Area of the state. Prof. Femi Akinwumi, the Executive Chairman of the […] The post Korea International Cooperation Agency to intervene in Ekiti smart education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Ebonyi: LG chair, commissioners, contractors arrested over housing delays

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki A local government chairman in Ebonyi State, six commissioners, and some contractors have been arrested for an alleged breach of contract. The local government chairman, Chief Timothy Nwachi, Commissioner for Project Monitoring, Felix Igboke, Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Professor Omari Omaka (SAN), his Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters counterpart, Uchenna Igwe, […] The post Ebonyi: LG chair, commissioners, contractors arrested over housing delays appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 24 hours after lessor seizes Green Africa planes, airline buys aircraft

Barely 24 hours after Green Africa was grounded following the retrieval of all its three aircraft by its lessor, ACIA Aero Leasing, the airline in collaboration with Access Bank has procured an aircraft. The airline made this known through a statement signed by its media officer, Omolara Kehinde, and made available to our correspondent on Read More

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8 h. ago Benue: Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Otukpo

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Angry residents, allegedly from the Asa community of Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State, took to the streets on Tuesday, protesting the rising cases of killings and kidnappings in the area perpetrated by armed herdsmen. Videos trending on social media showed the protesters blocking major roads in Otukpo town, […] The post Benue: Tension as angry residents protest rising killings in Otukpo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Benue: Tension as angry residents protest incessant killings in Otukpo

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Angry residents, allegedly from the Asa community of Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State, took to the streets on Tuesday, protesting the rising cases of killings and kidnappings in the area perpetrated by armed herdsmen. Videos trending on social media showed the protesters blocking major roads in Otukpo town, […] The post Benue: Tension as angry residents protest incessant killings in Otukpo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Zambia’s President Hichilema Warns His Ministers Against Dozing Off In Cabinet Meetings

Zambian President, Hakainde Hichilema, has issued a stern warning to his ministers against dozing off during cabinet meetings, describing the habit as a serious lapse in discipline and self-control. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed Local Government Minister Gift Sialubalo on Monday, Hichilema expressed frustration over ministers failing to stay attentive during crucial […]

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10 h. ago Kogi: Senator Natasha defies curfew, storms rally with large crowd

By Seyi Babalola The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, defied security restrictions imposed on Kogi state hours before her homecoming rally. The lawmaker, who arrived by helicopter on Tuesday, was greeted by a jubilant crowd in Okehi local government area. More details later… The post Kogi: Senator Natasha defies curfew, storms rally with large crowd appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago ‘I’m Not A Bastard, Not Afraid Of Anyone’, Natasha Tells Supporters At Homecoming Rally In Kogi

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has declared that she is “not a bastard” and “not afraid of anyone” while addressing a massive crowd of supporters during her homecoming in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area (LGA) of Kogi State on Tuesday afternoon. Her return came amid heightened political tension, as the Kogi State Government […]

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10 h. ago Jim Iyke Faces Setback As YouTube Deletes His Movie ‘Light In The Dark,’ Calls For Support

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has raised an alarm after YouTube removed the original version of his movie ‘Light in the Dark’ from his channel, JIMIYKE TV. In a post on Instagram on Monday, the actor revealed that the platform deemed one of the scenes inappropriate based on feedback received. Despite the setback, he assured fans […] The post Jim Iyke Faces Setback As YouTube Deletes His Movie ‘Light In The Dark,’ Calls For Support appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Reps may establish Optical Research Institutes across Nigeria – Lawmaker 

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   The member of the House of Representatives representing Ahoada West/Ogba/ Egbema/ Ndoni Federal Constituency of Rivers State, Victor Obuzor, has said that the House may establish Optical Research Institutes across the six geo-political zones in the country.   Obuzor, who is the sponsor of a bill for the establishment of Federal […] The post Reps may establish Optical Research Institutes across Nigeria – Lawmaker  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. Amoka Eneji, has announced that a curfew is in effect ahead of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s homecoming to celebrate Sallah with her constituents. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Eneji revealed that the curfew is to ensure peace and order on the heels of the ban on […] The post Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS for improved security in North

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   The Northern Elders Political Development group has commended Minister of State Defense Mohammed Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa for their collaborative efforts with other security apparatus in improving security in the North West region.  The Forum’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Lawal Giwa, in a statement on […] The post Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS for improved security in North-West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Northern elders hail Matawalle, CDS over improved security in N’ West

The Northern Elders Political Development group has hailed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their collaborative efforts in improving security in the North West region of the country. A statement by the group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, noted that Read More

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12 h. ago Kogi LG chair imposes curfew ahead of Natasha’s constituency visit

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Amoka Monday, has imposed a curfew across the council area, citing security concerns following a ban on political rallies and unregulated public gatherings. In a statement personally signed by the chairman on Monday, he declared that the curfew was necessary to maintain peace and order Read More

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