6 h. ago Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change

By Okwe Obi, Abuja The German government has allocated €100,000 to support the fight against climate change in Nigeria. The Head of Political Counsellor at the German Embassy in Nigeria, Matthias Dold, stated this at the Close-Out Event for the “Empowering Youth Civil Societies to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria” project, organised by NGYouthSDGs, in […] The post Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Etsu Nupe Admonishes Muslims To Sustain Good Deeds Beyond Ramadan

The Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has called on Muslims to sustain and build on the divine lessons of the month of Ramadan. The Royal Father  spoke in Bida yesterday at the closing of 2025 (1446AH) Ramadan Tafsir (teachings) at  Usman Zaki Central Mosque. He urged Muslims […]

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11 h. ago $1trn Economy: ‘Nigeria Needs €1.05bn Data Centre Investment, 90,000km Fibre Expansion

Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy depends on €1.05 billion in data center investment, a 90,000-kilometer fiber optic expansion, and a 10 percent broadband penetration boost that could add 2.5 per cent to GDP, industry experts revealed. Industry stakeholders who disclosed this, at the Policy Implementation Assisted Forum (PIAFo), in Lagos, stressed that […]

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16 h. ago UNICAL alumni affirms support for Justice Agim amid convocation controversy

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The University of Calabar Alumni Association has come to the defence of an alumnus of the institution and Supreme Court judge, Justice Emmanuel Agim, over the controversy about his participation in the 37th convocation ceremony and 50th anniversary celebration of the institution. The alumni in a statement by its national president, […] The post UNICAL alumni affirms support for Justice Agim amid convocation controversy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago “I Kidnapped Kaduna Priest Because I Needed N200,000 To Solve Personal Problem” – Suspect

A suspected kidnapper and killer of Rev. Fr. Sylvester Okechukwu, of Catholic Diocese, Kafachan in Kaduna State, on Thursday, revealed reason behind his actions. The suspect, (name withheld) said that he needed N200,000 to solve a personal problem, made the revelation at the Headquarters of Operation Safe Haven, of the Nigeria Army, where he is […] The post “I Kidnapped Kaduna Priest Because I Needed N200,000 To Solve Personal Problem” – Suspect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FG allocates N10bn for commercial agriculture in 10 varsities

The Federal Government has earmarked N10bn to commence commercial agricultural activities in 10 Nigerian universities. The initiative is to boost agricultural research and food security in the country. The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Trust Fund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this on Thursday, during the inauguration of the Agricultural and BIOS systems engineering building constructed by TETFund Read More

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19 h. ago QNET Denounces Fraudulent Academy In Abuja, Backs EFCC Arrests

QNET, a global direct selling company specialising in wellness and lifestyle products, has strongly distanced itself from a fraudulent scheme recently uncovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja. The operation, labelled a “Ponzi Scheme Academy,” falsely used QNET’s name and led to the arrest of 133 individuals who operated under misleading […]

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22 h. ago Kogi Central group ‘pushing’ Senator Natasha’s recall not registered with us — CAC

Tribune Online Kogi Central group ‘pushing’ Senator Natasha’s recall not registered with us — CAC Kindly be informed that the exact name ‘Kogi Central Political Frontier’ is not available on record as an entity registered with the commission. Further be guided that the commission does not register political bodies or pressure groups. Kogi Central group ‘pushing’ Senator Natasha’s recall not registered with us — CAC Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Senate Southeast caucus urges President Tinubu to immortalise Humphrey Nwosu

…as Senators reject motion to ask Tinubu to name INEC headquarters after him …hold one minute silence in his honour   From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   The Senate Southeast Caucus has called on President Bola Tinubu to honour the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu by naming the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters after him. Speaking […] The post Senate Southeast caucus urges President Tinubu to immortalise Humphrey Nwosu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Annie drops ‘Idibia’ name in latest post, signs off as ‘Macaulay’

Annie Idibia, the estranged wife of music legend Innocent Idibia, aka 2Baba, has expressed gratitude to her supporters in an Instagram post on Thursday. PUNCH Online reports that Annie resurfaced on social media on Thursday, nearly two months after 2Baba publicly announced their breakup. In her first post since her return, Annie, who retained her Read More

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29 h. ago FULL LIST: 58 Nigerians who died in UK with unclaimed estates

Tribune Online FULL LIST: 58 Nigerians who died in UK with unclaimed estates The list includes the names, dates of birth and death, and places of death of the individuals. Here is the full list of the 58 Nigerians with unclaimed estates in the UK: FULL LIST: 58 Nigerians who died in UK with unclaimed estates Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Care of the elderly must be optimized, prioritized within the family

Tribune Online Care of the elderly must be optimized, prioritized within the family     PRINCIPAL Investigator of the Capacity Building and Resources for Caregivers of Older Persons (CAReS) project, Dr Eniola Cadmus, said care of the elderly in Nigeria must be optimized and prioritized within the family. Dr Cadmus, who spoke at the CAReS dissemination meeting and the presentation of a training manual for informal caregivers of […] Care of the elderly must be optimized, prioritized within the family Tribune Online

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41 h. ago Odinkalu criticises Justice Agim, Wike’s presence at UNICAL convocation

Former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (Nigeria), Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, has condemned the presence of Supreme Court Justice Emmanuel Akomaye Agim and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, at the University of Calabar’s Golden Jubilee Special Convocation that was held on March 22, 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Read More

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41 h. ago NGO trains Bayelsa private security operatives in human rights, community policing

A non-governmental organisation, Search for Common Ground Nigeria has organised a four-day capacity-building programme to sensitise private security operatives on issues surrounding human rights violations. The programme, which began on Tuesday in Yenagoa is tagged: ‘Capacity Building To Private Security Actors On Voluntary Principles,’ and is aimed at fostering inclusive community security approaches to addressing Read More

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41 h. ago Rights activist lauds Tantita, Warri correctional centre for inmates’ education

In a bid to provide educational opportunities for inmates at the Warri Correctional facility, a private security firm, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has embarked on the construction of a storey building for the National Open University of Nigeria at the Okere-Warri Correctional facility in Delta State. The Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Correctional Service, Delta Read More

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42 h. ago African star apple may contribute to efficacy of antimalarial treatments —Study

Tribune Online African star apple may contribute to efficacy of antimalarial treatments —Study Many dismiss the African star apple, often known as cherry, as a fruit for children as most of them love it. However, to prevent malaria, everyone should enjoy the fruit, which is currently in season. Botanically called Chrysophyllum albidum, African star apple is an edible tropical fruit known by various tribal names. It is called […] African star apple may contribute to efficacy of antimalarial treatments —Study Tribune Online

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42 h. ago From student to statesman: Deputy Speaker, Kalu blazes a trail at UNICAL’s 37th convocation lecture

By Levinus Nwabughiogu The crowd surged forward into the hall, adorned with elegance. From the staircase, imposing banners and retractable flex stands littered the environment, setting the tone for a grand occasion. It was a day for scholars from the ivory towers, elites, and political juggernauts to gather. Incidentally and fortunately, the skies had unleashed […] The post From student to statesman: Deputy Speaker, Kalu blazes a trail at UNICAL’s 37th convocation lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Nigerian Muslims in diaspora plan N500m educational project in Epe

Tribune Online Nigerian Muslims in diaspora plan N500m educational project in Epe A group of Nigerian Muslims based in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe has unveiled plans to build a ₦500 million educational facility in Epe, Lagos State, with the mission of propagating Islam by deploying their resources to support education and sports. Nigerian Muslims in diaspora plan N500m educational project in Epe Tribune Online

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44 h. ago NDDC resumes support to universities in oil region with Uniport in focus

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was building large hostels in universities in the oil region but this suffered set-back read more NDDC resumes support to universities in oil region with Uniport in focus

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44 h. ago Cross River Assembly seeks sanctions for UNICROSS council members

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State House of Assembly has recommended sanctions against four members of the governing council of the University of Cross River (UNICROSS) for alleged misconduct and abuse of office. The four members, who served in the 5th governing council of the institution, comprise Dr Emmanuel Ettah, Dr John Inah […] The post Cross River Assembly seeks sanctions for UNICROSS council members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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