26 h. ago Nigeria First: Use Nigerian Hospitals, Cars, Atiku Replies Tinubu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the President Bola Tinubu administration’s latest “Nigeria First” mantra, as another public relations stunt designed to deceive and not deliver. He challenged the president to show his seriousness over the policy by either trading in his official Escalade for an Innoson, Nord or any made-in-Nigeria car, or that […]

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38 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu

Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to lead by example over the ‘Nigeria First’ policy, introduced by his government. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that on Monday, Federal Executive Council gave green light to the policy, aimed at giving preference to locally produced goods and services in all government purchases. Reacting to the development […] The post Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Akpabio Challenged To Defend Self Before Panel Probing Sexual Harassment Allegation

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has been challenged to defend himself before the presidential investigative panel set up to probe sexual harassment allegations made against him by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. The challenge was thrown by Mrs. Oby Ndukwe, President of Citizens Quest for Truth while featuring on Channels TV’s ‘Politics Today’ […]

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3 d. ago Presidency refutes Adesina’s GDP per capita claims, cites data inaccuracies

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Presidency has rejected claims by outgoing African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr Akinwumi Adesina that Nigerians are worse off economically than in 1960, calling his figures inaccurate. Adesina claimed Nigeria’s GDP per capita was $1,847 in 1960, falling to $824 today, indicating declining living standards. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga […] The post Presidency refutes Adesina’s GDP per capita claims, cites data inaccuracies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerian youths to rise to the challenge of electoral reform by pushing for changes to the country’s electoral laws. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigerian Youths for Atiku (NYFA) on Friday. Atiku called on the younger generation to demand the implementation of electronic collation of election results […] The post Manual Collation Of Election Results Threatening Nigeria’s Democracy – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Only A Strong Northern Candidate Can Defeat Tinubu – Dele Momodu

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has weighed in on Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race, saying that only a strong Northern candidate can realistically challenge President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Momodu emphasised the strategic importance of the North in determining electoral outcomes. He said the region feels […] The post Only A Strong Northern Candidate Can Defeat Tinubu – Dele Momodu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Shettima: Fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification will benefit Nigerians

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has acknowledged that the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification, and energy sector overhaul, are challenging but essential for Nigeria’s progress. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a visit by a delegation from Berlin’s Hertie School of Governance, Shettima said, […] The post Shettima: Fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification will benefit Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerian workers and ensuring fair labour practices amid growing economic challenges in the country. The President, who was represented by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, made this known at the inaugural Quadrennial Delegates Conference […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security

President Bola Tinubu expressed grave concern about the worsening security situation in Nigeria, telling the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and other security chiefs that “enough is enough.” This statement followed a closed-door meeting on Wednesday where the President discussed the country’s security challenges with top security officials. In a press briefing following […] The post NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ekwueme’s son to Tinubu, others: Be sensitive, cut excesses, lead by example

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Apostle Goodheart Obi Ekwueme, son of Nigeria’s first elected Vice President, late Dr Alex Ekwueme, has challenged President Bola Tinubu and other Nigerian leaders to show greater sensitivity to citizens’ struggles and lead by example during the nation’s economic hardships. Speaking to journalists after the Easter Sunday Service on April 20, […] The post Ekwueme’s son to Tinubu, others: Be sensitive, cut excesses, lead by example appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Nigeria reaching breaking point, gradually becoming national morgue –Bishop Kukah

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has raised concerns about the state of affairs in Nigeria, particularly the activities of bandits and other armed non-state actors that have exacerbated insecurity challenges in Nigeria. Bishop Kukah, in an Easter message, tilted: ‘Mr. President, please bring us down from […] The post Insecurity: Nigeria reaching breaking point, gradually becoming national morgue –Bishop Kukah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s administration on track despite challenges – Presidency

By May 29th, the current administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will have spent two years in office. The administration, read more Tinubu’s administration on track despite challenges – Presidency

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3 w. ago “Wike Not PDP’s Problem” – Dan Orbih Reveals Real Causes Of Party’s Trouble

Chief Dan Orbih, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Vice Chairman for the South-South, has stated that the challenges facing the party stem from those who continually seek presidential tickets without adhering to the party’s constitutional provisions, rather than from Minister Nyesom Wike. Speaking in Benin City on Wednesday during the inauguration of a new […] The post “Wike Not PDP’s Problem” – Dan Orbih Reveals Real Causes Of Party’s Trouble appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Atiku Abubakar-led 2027 political coalition has accused Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors of acting as agents for President Bola Tinubu by opposing a broad-based coalition to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) and rescue Nigerian democracy. In a statement titled “Rescuing Nigerian Democracy,” issued on Wednesday, 16 April 2025, by […] The post Atiku coalition tags PDP governors as Tinubu agents for blocking 2027 alliance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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