12 h. ago BRICS Summit: Tinubu Seeks Reform Of Global Financial, Health Systems

President Bola Tinubu has called for a re-evaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems. He urged greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. At the 17th meeting of the Global South and the Emerging Economies bloc, BRICS, on Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, […]

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25 h. ago IYC tackles UPU over call to remove surveillance contract from Tantita

By Philip Nwosu The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone has frowned at the the call made by the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) on President Bola Tinubu to remove the pipeline pipeline surveillance contract from Tantita Security Services Limited on Urhobo territory. This was made known in a statement jointly signed by the Association’s chairman, […] The post IYC tackles UPU over call to remove surveillance contract from Tantita appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Methodist Church to FG: Implement new tax law fully, prioritise economy, security

Tribune Online Methodist Church to FG: Implement new tax law fully, prioritise economy, security The Methodist Church Nigeria has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure the full implementation of the newly signed Tax Reform Bill. The Church also urged the Federal Government to prioritise economic reforms, strengthen national security, and uphold democratic principles across the country. Methodist Church to FG: Implement new tax law fully, prioritise economy, security Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Tinubu urges Nigerian universities to embrace innovative funding models

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerian universities to adopt innovative and sustainable funding models, stressing that long-term institutional viability and improved academic standards depend on reduced reliance on government subventions. Represented by the Vice-Chancellor of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, Professor Ibrahim Garba, the President delivered this message during […] The post Tinubu urges Nigerian universities to embrace innovative funding models appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Africa contributes least to emissions yet suffers most, Tinubu tells BRICS summit, calls for global reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, President Bola Tinubu delivered a powerful message highlighting Africa’s disproportionate burden in the global climate crisis despite its minimal contribution to emissions. “Africa has contributed the least to global emissions but suffers the most,” he declared, calling for urgent reforms in global […] The post Africa contributes least to emissions yet suffers most, Tinubu tells BRICS summit, calls for global reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago IYC blasts UPU over call to scrap Tantita pipeline contract in Urhoboland

Tribune Online IYC blasts UPU over call to scrap Tantita pipeline contract in Urhoboland The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone, has strongly condemned the recent call by the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) urging President Bola Tinubu to revoke the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Limited in Urhobo territory. In a statement jointly signed by the zone’s chairman, Comrade Nicholas Igarama; and secretary, Barr. Ebi Joshua […] IYC blasts UPU over call to scrap Tantita pipeline contract in Urhoboland Tribune Online

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30 h. ago BRICS: Tinubu calls for revaluation of global governance structure, finance, healthcare system

President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, read more BRICS: Tinubu calls for revaluation of global governance structure, finance, healthcare system

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46 h. ago Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on all Nigerians to fervently pray for President Bola Tinubu’s success, acknowledging the difficult but necessary steps the president is taking to steer the nation toward recovery and progress.  Speaking during a heartfelt thanksgiving service at Saint James Anglican Church […] The post Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs

Tribune Online SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate publication of the forensic audit report on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), which reportedly details the... SERAP to Tinubu: Don’t shield NDDC looters, publish audit report, prosecute saboteurs Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Investors task Tinubu, security Agencies on Nasarawa mining dispute

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Capital Apex Synergy Global Services, an indigenous mining company operating in Nasarawa State, has called on President Bola Tinubu and relevant government authorities to intervene in a mining dispute it says is stalling operations and threatening investor confidence. At a press conference in Abuja over the weekend, the company alleged that […] The post Investors task Tinubu, security Agencies on Nasarawa mining dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Alleged Terrorism: IPOB Lawyer urges Tinubu to end Kanu’s trial

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja A legal practitioner and Director of Legal Affairs, Research and Global Communications of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Onyedikachi Ifedi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to end the trial of Nnamdi Kanu which he described as a national disgrace. Ifedi made the call on the heels of the judgment […] The post Alleged Terrorism: IPOB Lawyer urges Tinubu to end Kanu’s trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Era of business as usual is over – Head of Civil Service declares

President Tinubu calls for competency, capacity By Henry Uche The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has declared that the era of business as usual in the civil service is over. She made this declaration while underscoring the need to revitalise the spirit, structure, and skills of the civil […] The post Era of business as usual is over – Head of Civil Service declares appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

…calls for peace, unity between Ooni, Alaafin The Yoruba Council of Youths Worldwide (YCYW) has called on President Bola Tinubu read more Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

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9 d. ago This isn’t time for holidaying – Peter Obi on Tinubu’s St Lucia trip

Labour party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has expressed disappointment over President Bola Tinubu’s trip to Saint Lucia, calling it ill-timed and insensitive amid the current insecurity and hardship in the country. The president’s trip was announced on Friday by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and it was […] The post This isn’t time for holidaying – Peter Obi on Tinubu’s St Lucia trip appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the preeminent Igbo sociocultural organisation, has called on President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to address the hunger and poverty ravaging the country. 2027: Hunger, poverty may sack you if not addressed — Ohanaeze warns Tinubu Tribune Online

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1 week ago Safe termination of pregnancies should be intentional, collaborative — Stakeholders

Tribune Online Safe termination of pregnancies should be intentional, collaborative — Stakeholders The consensus of stakeholders is that the government’s efforts to ensure safe termination of pregnancies in Nigeria should be collaborative and intentional to safeguard young people’s lives from the consequences of unsafe abortion. The project director for Vision Spring Initiatives, Mrs Ngozi Nwosu-Juba, speaking at the opening of a 2-day summit in Oyo State on […] Safe termination of pregnancies should be intentional, collaborative — Stakeholders Tribune Online

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1 week ago Running Mate: I Will Do Whatever President Wants In 2027 – Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has personally reacted to the calls that he should be made President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in 2027, saying, ” I will do whatever the President wants me to do.” Barau, responding to questions during a press conference on the forthcoming zonal public hearing of the […]

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1 week ago Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, received Her Majesty Mary Elizabeth, Queen of Denmark, at the State House, Abuja, marking the Danish monarch’s historic first visit to Nigeria. The meeting, co-hosted by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, focused on strengthening bilateral ties with an emphasis on livestock development, education, and social welfare. […] The post Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Barau distances self from 2027 running mate calls, urges support for Tinubu

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Deputy President of the Senate Barau I Jibrin has distanced himself from calls by some northern groups urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to choose him as a running mate for the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Barau […] The post Barau distances self from 2027 running mate calls, urges support for Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Barau Distances Self From Calls To Become Tinubu’s Running Mate

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has distanced himself from calls by a group, Northern Nigeria Progressive Youth Assembly (NNPYA), urging President Bola Tinubu to pick him as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election. In a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on […]

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