2 h. ago Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pledged that the 10th National Assembly will prioritise workers’ welfare, security, safety, and service conditions, ensuring labour-friendly legislation receives due attention. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio vowed to protect workers’ rights, stating, “Under our eyes, […] The post Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour-friendly laws appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago May Day: NLC demands action on economic hardship, slams Tinubu’s unfulfilled promises

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja As Nigerian workers mark International Workers’ Day on May 1, 2025, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a list of demands to the federal government, expressing alarm over worsening economic conditions. NLC President Joe Ajaero, speaking to reporters on April 30, outlined grievances ranging from harmful economic policies to rising […] The post May Day: NLC demands action on economic hardship, slams Tinubu’s unfulfilled promises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Maddison: Tottenham behind Postecoglou and ready to turn season around

James Maddison insists Tottenham’s players are united behind under-fire manager Ange Postecoglou and believe they can still salvage the season. Spurs sit 16th in read more Maddison: Tottenham behind Postecoglou and ready to turn season around

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3 h. ago Adeola shares plan to end Ogun West’s governorship jinx in 2027

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West Senatorial District, has outlined strategies for the district to produce Ogun State’s governor in 2027, ending a 49-year exclusion. Speaking at the inauguration of the Yewa Think-Tank’s (YTT) secretariat, ‘Yewa Unity House’, in Ilaro, Yewa South Local Government Area, Adeola stressed that unity and […] The post Adeola shares plan to end Ogun West’s governorship jinx in 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has approved the appointment of 168 aides to enhance governance across the state’s 20 local government areas (LGAs). The appointees include Principal Special Assistants (PSAs), Senior Special Assistants (SSAs), Special Assistants (SAs), and Personal Assistants (PAs), selected based on merit, experience, political background, and leadership […] The post Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed appoints 168 aides across 20 LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Edo revokes appointments of three traditional rulers, reinstates Danesi

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Executive Council has revoked the appointments of three traditional rulers and reinstated one. The decisions, announced by Secretary to the State Government Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., affect rulers in Etsako West and Etsako East Local Government Areas (LGAs). The council revoked Umoru Inusa Umoru’s appointment as Aidenogie of […] The post Edo revokes appointments of three traditional rulers, reinstates Danesi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue NGOs Network (BENGONET) has urged the federal government to establish a permanent security outpost in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State, to address escalating violence. The call was made during a press conference in Makurdi on Wednesday following a two-day field visit to Jato Aka and surrounding […] The post Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago May Day: Textile workers laud FG for establishing Textile Development Board

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna As Nigeria workers celebrate the 2025 Workers Day the National Union of Textile Garment and Tailoring Workers of Nigeria (NUTGTWN) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration for the establishment of the Textile and Garment Development Board This was contained in a Statement signed by Peters Godonu and Ali Baba, President […] The post May Day: Textile workers laud FG for establishing Textile Development Board appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Workers’ Day: Farah pushes for better welfare, praises workers’ role in nation

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Farah Dagogo, former House of Representatives member and 2023 Rivers State governorship aspirant, has lauded Nigerian workers for their resilience and commitment to nation-building as they mark International Workers’ Day 2025. In a statement released on Wednesday, Dagogo described workers in public and private sectors as the backbone of Nigeria’s […] The post Workers’ Day: Farah pushes for better welfare, praises workers’ role in nation-building appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Court convicts blogger for cyberbullying MFM founder, Dr Olukoya

By Lukman Olabiyi Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court, Lagos has convicted a blogger, Adewale Ajimisogbe, for cyberbullying and libelling the General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Dr Daniel Olukoya. Ajimisogbe pleaded guilty to the charges following a plea bargain agreement he entered into with the police. He, […] The post Court convicts blogger for cyberbullying MFM founder, Dr Olukoya appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NICRAT donates cancer screening equipment, consumables to Ogun

…holds capacity building workshop for health workers in two LGAs Laide Raheem, Abeokuta As part of efforts to combat the spread of cancer disease in the country, the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) has donated basic cancer screening equipment and consumables to health facilities in Ogun State. Handing over the screening equipment […] The post NICRAT donates cancer screening equipment, consumables to Ogun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Insecurity: Northern group blows hot, charges Tinubu to legalize firearms’ use

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Piqued by the spate of insecurity, the Arewa Grassroots Leaders Assembly (AGLA), has charged President Bola Tinubu, to legalize the use of firearms, specifically for rural communities to defend themselves. It condemned the recent wave of killings in Plateau, Benue, Kaduna, Niger, and Zamfara States, lamenting that the carnage was becoming […] The post Insecurity: Northern group blows hot, charges Tinubu to legalize firearms’ use appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

.As Plateau government pledges support to affected traders The inability of Plateau State Fire Service to respond promptly to a read more Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

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7 h. ago Local defence firms urge FG’s support to boost security, economy

As Nigeria seeks to bolster its national security and reduce economic dependence, a new push is emerging to prioritise local read more Local defence firms urge FG’s support to boost security, economy

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8 h. ago Construction of 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery commences in Abia

State flags off wet season rice farming From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Work for the construction of a 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery at the Abia Industrial and Innovative Park (AIIP), located at Owaza in the Ukwa West Local Government Area of the State will commence fully in the month of May. This is […] The post Construction of 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery commences in Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Nigeria To Host King’s Baton Relay Ahead Of 2026 Glasgow Games

Nigeria is set to host the King’s Baton Relay between June 15 and June 18, 2025, an event organised under the auspices of Commonwealth Sport and the Commonwealth Games Nigeria. In a historic first, each of the 74 Commonwealth nations and territories will receive a baton to customise and decorate, showcasing their unique cultural heritage. […]

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10 h. ago Chelsea, Man Utd, Others Set Sights On Ademola Lookman As Atalanta Winger Poised For Move

In a sensational transfer story brewing in the heart of Europe, it has been reported that four of the Premier League’s elite clubs – Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Newcastle United – are locked in a fierce battle for the signature of Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman. The 26-year-old Nigerian international has been in exceptional form […]

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10 h. ago Court Convicts Blogger For Cyberbullying MFM Founder Olukoya

Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted a blogger, Adewale Ajimisogbe, for cyberbullying the founder of the Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries (MFM), Dr Daniel Olukoya. Ajimisogbe pleaded guilty to the charges following a plea bargain agreement he entered into with the Police. He, along with a former MFM […]

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11 h. ago Gov Eno At 61: Foundation Doles Out Scholarship To 10 Medical Students

In a grand gesture marking Governor Umo Eno’s 61st birthday, the Apostle Elijah Jack Foundation (AEJF) has launched an educational support initiative, awarding scholarships to no fewer than 10  outstanding medical students from Onna local government area of Akwa Ibom State. The event, which featured a series of tributes in reference to the governor’s contributions […]

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12 h. ago 1 in 3 workers could be exempted in Nigeria’s Tax Reforms,Tax Czar Says

Forthcoming tax reforms in Africa’s top oil producer could exclude as much as a third of the country’s working population read more 1 in 3 workers could be exempted in Nigeria’s Tax Reforms,Tax Czar Says

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