73 m. ago Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid

Tribune Online Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid IN a significant diplomatic drive on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola engaged in high-level meetings with leaders from several island nations to solicit support for Nigeria’s bid for election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization […] Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights

Tribune Online Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights Hundreds of travellers thronged the Chuba Okadigbo International Airport in Onueke, Ebonyi State, as United Nigeria Airlines commenced commercial flight operations from Lagos. Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights Tribune Online

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17 h. ago NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger

Tribune Online NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger With operations now in 20 states, Banish Hunger Nigeria is fully aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 2: Zero Hunger. NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Niger Delta stakeholders unite for  inclusive, transparent PIA implementation

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Niger Delta stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to inclusive, transparent and accountable implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).  The stakeholders comprising of communities, traditional leaders, civil society organizations, regulatory agencies and Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs), took the stance at one of their series of engagements yesterday. The consultative […] The post Niger Delta stakeholders unite for  inclusive, transparent PIA implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Lawmakers at the federal and state levels have been urged to put in front things that strengthen the unity of Nigeria and its development against their personal interest. They were also asked to strengthen their oversight, which is a constitutional duty, and fast-tracking other legislative actions that would ensure the delivery […] The post June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Tinubu commissions greater Abuja water supply network, urges unity and peace across Nigeria 

Observes a minute for victims of Benue killings  From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Monday officially commissioned the Greater Abuja Water Supply Network, Loops 1, 2, 5 & 6, a major infrastructure project aimed at enhancing water accessibility in the Federal Capital City (FCC).  At the event where a minute silence was observed […] The post Tinubu commissions greater Abuja water supply network, urges unity and peace across Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago “We Can End This” — 2Baba Urges Stakeholders To Unite Over Benue Attacks

Nigerian music legend and Benue State’s Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach, Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Baba, has called the ongoing killings in parts of the state a national emergency. Idibia conveyed deep concern over the unending violence, expressing heartbreak that the attacks keep happening with no permanent resolution from those in power. […] The post “We Can End This” — 2Baba Urges Stakeholders To Unite Over Benue Attacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago 2027: Sidelining Shettima Is Dangerous For APC’s Unity – Bashir Ahmad Warns

Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad has cautioned leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the perceived sidelining of Vice President Kashim Shettima during a North-East meeting held to endorse President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027. The Sunday event, attended by top APC figures including National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and Zonal Leader […] The post 2027: Sidelining Shettima Is Dangerous For APC’s Unity – Bashir Ahmad Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 d. ago June 12: Activists Make Case For Walter Carrington, Others To Receive National Honours

A group of activists under the aegis of Quintessential Professionals has called on President Bola Tinubu to posthumously honour former United States Ambassador to Nigeria Walter Carrington for his role in the struggle for the revalidation of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Carrington, who served as U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria between 1993 and 1997, […]

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3 d. ago Trump Mulls Adding Nigeria, 35 Other Countries To Expanded U.S. Travel Ban List

United States President Donald Trump is reportedly considering placing Nigeria and 35 other countries under a new travel ban or visa restriction, an internal memo obtained by The Washington Post revealed. The memo, reportedly signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, outlined that the identified countries have 60 days to meet new, undisclosed requirements set […]

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3 d. ago Tiger Base: RULAAC tackles Imo govt, calls police unit torture chamber

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri A civil society group, Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for the immediate closure of the Imo State Anti-Kidnapping Unit (Tiger Base) of the Imo Police Command. RULAAC also called for the investigation of the officers of the unit over alleged extra-judicial killings, torture, extortion and illegal […] The post Tiger Base: RULAAC tackles Imo govt, calls police unit torture chamber appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Trump Administration Proposes Travel Ban Extension To Nigeria, Others

United States President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the inclusion of Nigeria and 35 other countries in a new wave of travel bans and visa restrictions, a development disclosed on Saturday, June 14, 2025. According to a report by The Washington Post, the proposal stems from an internal memo signed by U.S. Secretary of State […] The post Trump Administration Proposes Travel Ban Extension To Nigeria, Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 64,000 candidates sit NECO entrance exams into Federal Unity Schools

Tribune Online 64,000 candidates sit NECO entrance exams into Federal Unity Schools No fewer than 64,000 candidates from Nigeria, the Benin Republic, and Togo on Saturday sat for the 2025 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) for admission into... 64,000 candidates sit NECO entrance exams into Federal Unity Schools Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Oshiomhole: Airline operators back AirPeace, challenge FAAN to release CCTV footage

Tribune Online Oshiomhole: Airline operators back AirPeace, challenge FAAN to release CCTV footage The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has come out in support of Air Peace, describing the actions of Senator Adams Oshiomhole during a recent incident at the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos as... Oshiomhole: Airline operators back AirPeace, challenge FAAN to release CCTV footage Tribune Online

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5 d. ago United Nigeria Airlines partners Sabre, expands reach to 200 countries

  Plans 2,000% fleet increase By Chinelo Obogo United Nigeria Airlines has partnered with Sabre Corporation in a move that will connect the carrier to over 50,000 travel agents across 200 countries. The Chairman of UNA, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, announced this partnership at its Lagos office on Friday, revealing that with this deal, the airline […] The post United Nigeria Airlines partners Sabre, expands reach to 200 countries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago First commercial flight lands at Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo Airport Ebonyi State

In a historic milestone for Ebonyi State, the first commercial flight landed at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo Airport in Onueku. read more First commercial flight lands at Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo Airport Ebonyi State

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6 d. ago Cybercrime law misuse poses risk to freedom of speech – Envoys

The heads of missions of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Finland, and Norway have decried misuse of Nigeria’s Cybercrime read more Cybercrime law misuse poses risk to freedom of speech – Envoys

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6 d. ago Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs

Human rights groups, Defend Nigeria Movement (DNM) and Nigeria Unite for Democracy (NUD), have called on the Federal Government to recognise the coalition of June 12 activists and martyrs. The demand comes as the nation marks the 32nd anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential election. Addressing the media at the Lagos Airport Hotel, […] The post Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push

Tribune Online Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push The Senate Committee on Marine Transport recently held a public hearing on the proposed establishment of a Nigeria Coast Guard as a significant step toward strengthening and enforcing maritime laws within Nigeria’s maritime domain. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI examines the pros and cons of the bill. The United States popularised the use of the […] Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Cultural diplomacy: Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization  pushes for African unity

From Zika Bobby The Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recently organised a symposium themed: “Cultural Diplomacy and African Unity: Promoting Pan-African Intercultural Dialogue.” Held in Abuja, the event brought together key stakeholders to explore the role of culture in fostering African unity […] The post Cultural diplomacy: Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization  pushes for African unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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