2 h. ago Premier League: Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUK’s stadium

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has concluded arrangements to upgrade the facilities at the Bayero University Kano (BUK) stadium to meet Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standards. Recently, Barau FC, founded by Senator Jibrin, gained promotion from the Nigeria National League (NNL) to the NPFL after […] The post Premier League: Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUK’s stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds

Tribune Online Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds Resolving the blockade of Osun LG allocations will not only revitalise rural development but also re-energise the traditional institution.... Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike

Tribune Online Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike “When you say Mr President is unapproachable, and the government is unapproachable, what do you call government?” Wike asked... Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Wike Defends Tinubu Against Critics, Says President Approachable

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticisms of leading an unapproachable administration, asserting that the structure of government is designed for citizens to engage with ministers and aides, not solely the president. Wike, who appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday, argued […]

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4 h. ago 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike

By Seyi Babalola Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, believes former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential aspirations is dead on arrival. Wike, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today show on Tuesday, stated that Nigerians will not give Amaechi a chance in the 2027 election. Amaechi, a member of the African Democratic Congress […] The post 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike

Babachir Lawal had recently criticised the Bola Tinubu administration over its performance and governance style. The post Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria

Tribune Online UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria The United Kingdom has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s economic and trade reforms, describing them as UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NYSC DG commends Mbah for raising Corps members’ allowances to N20,000 minimum

Medical Corps members now earn N40,000 to N80,000 As Mbah pledges more support The Director-General of the National Youth Service read more NYSC DG commends Mbah for raising Corps members’ allowances to N20,000 minimum

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7 h. ago Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non

Tribune Online Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a businessman, Duru Ikechukwu Damian, to three months in prison for failing to declare $49,000 to the Nigerian Customs Service.  Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration Tribune Online

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7 h. ago FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan

Tribune Online FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan Federal Government on Tuesday reiterated its resolve towards ensuring effective implementation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Action Plan in Nigeria. FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Africa must end corruption and illicit flows to ease debt burden, AfDB Chief says

African governments must end corruption and illicit capital flows that cost the continent more than $580 billion annually if they’re read more Africa must end corruption and illicit flows to ease debt burden, AfDB Chief says

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8 h. ago EFCC arraigns ICT consultant for alleged N131.8m, $200,000 fraud in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Umar Abdullahi, an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) consultant, before the read more EFCC arraigns ICT consultant for alleged N131.8m, $200,000 fraud in Abuja

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8 h. ago Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community

Daredevil bandits have killed 13 people and injured several others in Unguwan Mantau Community, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning as residents were engaged in Fajr prayers at a public mosque. Witnesses reported that the armed assailants fired multiple shots inside the mosque, […] The post Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “INEC Can’t Guarantee Free, Fair Election Under Tinubu” – Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima, has expressed doubt over the capacity of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He questioned whether the electoral body can deliver a free and fair election in the current political climate. According to him, this challenge is even more pronounced under the administration of […] The post “INEC Can’t Guarantee Free, Fair Election Under Tinubu” – Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Man For Alleged N131.8m, $200,000 Fraud In Abuja

  The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday, August 18, 2025, arraigned one Umar Abdullahi before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja for alleged fraud. Abdullahi, an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) consultant, is being prosecuted on four-court charges, bordering on obtaining money by […]

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10 h. ago Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism

Tribune Online Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday commended Nigerian security forces for their Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has authorised a significant subsidy to reduce the cost of dialysis treatment for Nigerians, cutting the price per session from N50,000 to N12,000. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on thousands of Nigerians suffering from kidney-related illnesses. Special Adviser on Policy Information, Daniel Bwala, announced […] The post Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader

Tribune Online 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader “Last weekend’s by-election showed clearly that non-performing incumbents are afraid of voter revolt 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Lagos Police Arraign Four Security Guards For Alleged N100m Burglary At Employer’s Residence

The Lagos State Police Command has arraigned four security guards before the Igbosere Magistrate’s Court, sitting at Tinubu, over allegations of burgling their employer’s residence and carting away valuables worth N100 million. The defendants, identified as Natufo Olufemi, Tomiwa Teojon, Uche Peter, and Adam Mohammed—who was alleged to be the receiver of the stolen items—were […] The post Lagos Police Arraign Four Security Guards For Alleged N100m Burglary At Employer’s Residence appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2027: Former Women Minister, others call on Nigerians to support Tinubu

…says Tinubu doing well From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Pauline Tallen, has called on Nigerians to give  president Bola Tinubu the necessary support to take Nigeria to the next level. Tallen made this call in Abuja,at the 2025 National summit/ world Press conference of the Integrity Group […] The post 2027: Former Women Minister, others call on Nigerians to support Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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