36 m. ago Judge orders sale of Gen. Sabo’s property against NJC advice, pending suits

From Godwin Tsa Abuja An Upper Sharia Court Judge, Ado Ahmed Mukhtar has ordered the sale of the Abuja property of the late Director of Military Intelligence (DMI), Gen. Ibrahim Sabo against the advice of the Council as well as a pending cases in court. Specifically, the judge issued a writ dated July 31, 2025 […] The post Judge orders sale of Gen. Sabo’s property against NJC advice, pending suits appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Financing agriculture pathway to curbing $10bn food import bill – Kyari

By Chinyere Anyanwu The Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has stated that rethinking the country’s module of agricultural financing is critical to building a sustainable non-oil export economy. The minister stated this during the 2025 First Bank Agric & Export Expo held in Lagos yesterday. The programme was themed; “Fundamentals of Building […] The post Financing agriculture pathway to curbing $10bn food import bill – Kyari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Nigeria’s Eurobond market return likely on expected US rate cuts

Nigeria may soon return to the Eurobond market on the expectation of a United States’ rate cut in September that read more Nigeria’s Eurobond market return likely on expected US rate cuts

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1 hour ago Tax incentives to FMCGs, cement makers can ease food, housing cost —Adeosun

Tribune Online Tax incentives to FMCGs, cement makers can ease food, housing cost —Adeosun The Federal Government can introduce tax credits and targeted incentives for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies and cement manufacturers to significantly reduce food prices and lower the cost of housing across Nigeria. A leading pharmacist and Chairman of ST. Racheals Pharmaceutical Nigeria Limited, Akinjide Adeosun, made the call at an event in Lagos to mark […] Tax incentives to FMCGs, cement makers can ease food, housing cost —Adeosun Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Lower 6GHz spectrum rollout opens new digital frontier for Nigeria

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) release of draft guidelines on opening the lower 6GHz spectrum has been described by stakeholders as a smart move that goes far beyond regulatory housekeeping. It is being lauded as one that accentuates Nigeria’s readiness to keep pace with global technology trends. When the United States Federal […] The post Lower 6GHz spectrum rollout opens new digital frontier for Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Odeyeyiwa wins police Crime Buster award in Abuja, promoted ACP

It was double honours for Commander, Anti-Kidnapping Squad (AKS), aka Tiger Base, Imo State Police Command, Oladimeji Odeyeyiwa, recently. He was in Abuja a while back to receive the Crime Buster of the Year 2025 award at second edition of the Nigeria Police Awards commendation ceremony, Resource Centre. He was also promoted to the rank […] The post Odeyeyiwa wins police Crime Buster award in Abuja, promoted ACP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her

Abimbola Olawunmi, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially joined the race for the 2025 Ekiti governorship election after purchasing the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination forms. Her declaration comes despite speculations that incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji would be returned as the consensus candidate of the ruling party. Addressing journalists shortly […] The post Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola

Nigerian Afro House star Niniola Apata has opened up about the harrowing experience of witnessing the 1995 assassination of her father, retired Brigadier-General Simeon Apata. In a recent interview with Jay On Air, posted on X on Tuesday, Niniola recounted how the incident at their Lagos home has had a profound and enduring effect on […] The post “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Reckless Drivers Knocking Down Streetlights In FCT Risk Prosecution, NSCDC Warns

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has expressed serious concern over the growing trend of streetlight vandalism by hit-and-run drivers across the nation’s capital city. He described the act as not only reckless but also a serious threat to public safety and […]

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5 h. ago FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has been urged to support the Nigerian media with targeted incentives, including tax reliefs and import duty waivers on essential media tools. Former Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Femi Soneye, made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, […] The post FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has proposed a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Police Force for the establishment of a National Task Force. The task force, to be drawn from relevant ministries and agencies in collaboration with the Police, is aimed at safeguarding federal assets […] The post IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 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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6 h. ago INEC fixes August 21 for rerun of inconclusive Zamfara assembly

To issue certificate of return to winners From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Thursday, August 21, for the rerun of the inconclusive by-election held in Kaura Namoda South State Constituency of Zamfara State. The commission also disclosed that it has declared Ngene Bright Emeka of the Labour Party (LP) […] The post INEC fixes August 21 for rerun of inconclusive Zamfara assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The long-delayed N2.4 trillion Centenary City project in Abuja has officially resumed, with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc awarded a N750 billion contract for the first phase of primary infrastructure. The Managing Director of Centenary City Free Zone Enterprises, Dr Ike Odenigwe, confirmed this in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, saying the […] The post Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Toothpaste made from hair could repair teeth and stop tooth decay — Scientists

Tribune Online Toothpaste made from hair could repair teeth and stop tooth decay — Scientists Toothpaste made from hair may offer a sustainable and clinically effective method for protecting and repairing damaged teeth. Toothpaste made from hair could repair teeth and stop tooth decay — Scientists Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic defence cooperation with the Czech Republic in its efforts to advance national security and regional stability. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, made this known when he received the Junior Deputy Minister of […] The post NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nigeria Not Celebrating Intellectual Achievements Enough — Osayuwamen Saleh

Saleh called on Nigerians to use social media to spotlight those doing extraordinary work with their brains in academics, research, and innovation. The post Nigeria Not Celebrating Intellectual Achievements Enough — Osayuwamen Saleh appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria

Tribune Online US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria He noted that a key component of global trade lies in port efficiency, pointing out the striking similarities between US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria Tribune Online

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8 h. ago NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent assault on a member of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Edema Elohor Jennifer, by operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Group in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a video that went viral on Tuesday, the operatives […] The post NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 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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