3 h. ago Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms

By Lukman Olabiyi Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Dr Monday Ubani has strongly criticised the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for what he described as its continued silence on the deteriorating welfare and professional conditions of lawyers across the country. In a statement titled “Reinventing the Nigerian Bar Association: Urgent imperatives for reformative and caring leadership,” […] The post Ubani criticises NBA’s silence on lawyers’ welfare, calls for urgent reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Liverpool Stars Honour Diogo Jota, André Silva At Funeral In Portugal

Footballers Diogo Jota and André Silva have been honoured by their family, friends and teammates at a joint funeral in Portugal. Jota, 28, was laid to rest on Saturday alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday. Hundreds of locals and supporters gathered at the Igreja Matriz in Gondomar, […]

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4 h. ago Unlike Amaechi, Aregbesola Urges ADC Supporters To Challenge APC With Facts

Former minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has urged supporters of Africa Democratic Congress not to insult or attack ruling All Progressives Congress. Aregbesola made the call on Friday in Lagos State, after the launch of ADC’s plans to unseat President Bola Tinubu. The National Secretary of ADC advised supporters of the new opposition party not to […] The post Unlike Amaechi, Aregbesola Urges ADC Supporters To Challenge APC With Facts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “You Can’t Serve Two Masters” – Bode George Slams Atiku, PDP Over ADC Move

Former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Bode George, has criticised party members backing the ADC-led coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Friday, George called out former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other PDP leaders for maintaining dual political allegiances. He said their continued presence in […] The post “You Can’t Serve Two Masters” – Bode George Slams Atiku, PDP Over ADC Move appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido

Former Jigawa State Governor and PDP chieftain, Sule Lamido, has affirmed his readiness to back Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election if Obi emerges as the coalition’s standard bearer. “If the coalition produces Peter Obi or anyone else committed to rescuing Nigeria, I will support them. “But I remain PDP. We should have outgrown […] The post “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Federal Gov’t Surmounting Inherited Security challenges — NSA

National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has stated that  President Bola Tinubu-led administration remained firm in surmounting inherited security challenges threatening the nation’s unity and future. He emphasised a shift in the national security architecture where veterans remain vital components. Ribadu stated this at the 50th anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 18 […]

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7 h. ago ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC

Tribune Online ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC Adeleke also reiterated that his administration remains focused on delivering on its five-point development agenda and assured citizens that governance and service delivery would not be distracted by political falsehoods. ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Rivers: “You Have Spiritual Problem” – Wike Attacks Rotimi Amaechi

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has slammed his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi, suggesting he has a “spiritual problem” for claiming he owns no property. Wike, speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television on Fridy, questioned Amaechi’s integrity after the ex-minister claimed he has no houses because he is not corrupt. Wike challenged this, accusing […] The post Rivers: “You Have Spiritual Problem” – Wike Attacks Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NADCEL: Army holds medical outreach for host community in Rivers

Tribune Online NADCEL: Army holds medical outreach for host community in Rivers Hundreds of beneficiaries including the elderly, youths, students, physically challenged in... NADCEL: Army holds medical outreach for host community in Rivers Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Aregbesola to ADC supporters: Shun insult, challenge them with facts

Tribune Online Aregbesola to ADC supporters: Shun insult, challenge them with facts "Challenge them with facts – on food inflation, the economy, the rising cost of living, and..." Aregbesola to ADC supporters: Shun insult, challenge them with facts Tribune Online

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10 h. ago How Tinubu’s govt is surmounting inherited intractable security challenges – NSA

Tribune Online How Tinubu’s govt is surmounting inherited intractable security challenges – NSA “When this administration took office in May 2023, Nigeria faced..." How Tinubu’s govt is surmounting inherited intractable security challenges – NSA Tribune Online

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11 h. ago “You’re Not My Senior, Respect Is By Integrity, Honour Not Age” – Wike Replies Amaechi

Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has replied former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, over his comment that the he does not respect him. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that  Mr. Amaechi, who served as governor of Rivers State from 2007 to 2015, had questioned why Wike failed to honor him. Amaechi also knocked […] The post “You’re Not My Senior, Respect Is By Integrity, Honour Not Age” – Wike Replies Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago We are set to defeat Tinubu in 2027 — ADC Spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi

Tribune Online We are set to defeat Tinubu in 2027 — ADC Spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi Says ‘we are a coalition of all Nigerians against APC’s misrule’ Spokesman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the political party adopted by the coalition of opposition political groups to pursue the 2027 general election, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, speaks with Deputy Editor, Sam Nwaoko, on the direction of the movement, its vision, and its chances […] We are set to defeat Tinubu in 2027 — ADC Spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi Tribune Online

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11 h. ago “There’s No Revolution Without Blood” – Amaechi Charges Nigerians To Take Back Their Country From Bad Leaders

Former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has charged Nigerians to take back their country by force from the people he described as ‘bad leaders’. Mr. Amaechi stated that the only way to stop President Bola Tinubu from returning to power in 2027 is for citizens to take their fate in their own hands. The former […] The post “There’s No Revolution Without Blood” – Amaechi Charges Nigerians To Take Back Their Country From Bad Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t Begins Structural Intervention On Carter Bridge

The Federal Ministry of Works has commenced urgent structural interventions on the Carter Bridge in Lagos following alarming signs of deterioration. Julius Berger, contracted in 2024, is currently working on repairing the substructure above the water, including pile caps and handrails. Underwater inspections had revealed severe damage beneath the bridge, suggesting that it has reached […]

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11 h. ago Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US

Tribune Online Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Dorcas Sunday is an expert in agricultural communications. She is a PhD student at the University of Florida in the United States, where she is researching communications that build public trust, improve risk perception, and support behavioural change. In this interview by KINGSLEY ALUMONA, she speaks about her work and life in the US. How […] Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Tribune Online

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11 h. ago What is your opinion on adoption of ADC by the opposition to unseat President Tinubu in 2027?

Tribune Online What is your opinion on adoption of ADC by the opposition to unseat President Tinubu in 2027? In their quests to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027, some prominent political figures in the opposition have formed a coalition and recently adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to achieve their goal. Some members of the coalition, as reported, are Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, Aminu Tambuwal, David Mark, Rauf Aregbesola, Rotimi Amaechi, […] What is your opinion on adoption of ADC by the opposition to unseat President Tinubu in 2027? Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Wike says Amaechi’s wife’s company got ‘N4bn’ monthly, demands NDDC report

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has fired back at his former Rivers State colleague, Rotimi Amaechi, with explosive read more Wike says Amaechi’s wife’s company got ‘N4bn’ monthly, demands NDDC report

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13 h. ago Tinubu Unmatch Influence; Over 140 Political Heavyweight Join APC Without A Single Election

Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, Nigeria’s political map has changed in powerful and historic ways. In under two years and without holding a single national election, over 140 elected politicians have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). They include governors, senators, members of the House of Representatives, state lawmakers, and […]

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16 h. ago Mba urges journalists to harness AI for truth, accountability

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Enugu The Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, at the opening ceremony of the State House Press Corps two-day capacity-building retreat and workshop with the theme: “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Utilisation for Effective Journalism,” has charged the media to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool to enhance journalism while upholding their sacred duty […] The post Mba urges journalists to harness AI for truth, accountability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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