2 h. ago C’River moves to reclaim encroached lands, warns illegal occupants

The Cross River State Government has warned individuals encroaching on state-owned land to vacate immediately, as it is now committed to reclaiming such property across the state. A warning was issued to individuals and groups unlawfully occupying land belonging to state-owned educational institutions. This was stated by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Asset Read More

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3 h. ago Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria

Tribune Online Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria “While we are in no way admitting or authenticating the report of the U.S. Foreign Relations Committee, it is noteworthy to state that the committee’s report falls short of context and timelines,” he added. “President Bola Tinubu remains committed to promoting peace and religious tolerance.” Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Akwa Ibom Committed To Blue Economy, Maritime Dev’t, Ememobong Tells Oil, Gas Professionals

Akwa Ibom Oil and Gas Professionals have been assured of the commitment of the State government to harnessing the potential of the blue economy and the extensive maritime development. The Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Sea Port, Comrade Ini Ememobong, reiterated the commitment of the state government to harnessing the potential when he […]

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6 h. ago IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Interparliamentary Committee, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has stated that the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) cannot consider the petition allegedly submitted by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan because it only accepts petitions from member states, not individuals. He clarified that this means Nigeria, not any individual senator, is the recognised […] The post IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents

Tribune Online Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Labour, Employment, and Productivity, Senator Diket Plang, has distributed water pumping machines and other farming implements to promote dry season farming in his senatorial district. Speaking with newsmen at the venue of the distribution, the senator representing the Plateau Central senatorial district of Plateau State said the gesture […] Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Abia Lawmaker Raises Alarm Over Accidents In Front Of School

Abia State House of Assembly Committee chairman on Power, Public Utilities, and Water, Aaron Uzordike has raised alarm over road accidents in front of Osusu Community/Secondary Schools in Aba. Uzordike expressed concern about the situation when he spoke to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, the state capital, calling for all hands to be on deck ” to […]

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10 h. ago Traditional worshippers demand recognition from Plateau government

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Traditional worshippers in Plateau state have urged government at all level to to carry them along in the scheme of things.consider them in the scheme of things. The kingmaker to the Ngo-Long Pankshin traditional stool, Ma-Ajin Pankshin and the Ngo-Long Vel in Plateau state, Nde Monday Tokzakka also demanded for equal […] The post Traditional worshippers demand recognition from Plateau government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Traditional Worshippers Seek Equal Treatment With Other Religions In Plateau

Traditional worshippers have requested the Plateau State government to consider them for palliatives to cushion the economic hardship being faced in the country. Ma-Ajin Pankshin and the Ngo-Long Vel, Nde Monday Tokzakka made the demand while also advocating for equal treatment by the state government to carry them along in the scheme of things. Nde […]

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12 h. ago US Congress okays sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians

By John Ogunsemore The United States Congress has paved the way for President Donald Trump to impose stringent sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians in the West African nation. This followed a resolution by the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa after a congressional hearing on Wednesday, March 12. The committee noted that religious […] The post US Congress okays sanctions on Nigeria over killing of Christians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Malami dismisses Obasanjo’s corruption claims over presidential pardons

The immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has stated that decisions regarding presidential pardons are legal matters handled by a designated committee, with the Attorney General’s role limited to presenting the committee’s report. Malami made this clarification in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on Friday while Read More

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12 h. ago Rivers Crisis: Fubara, Wike Should Accommodate One Another – Prof Ikechukwu

A Strategic Management and Human Capital Development expert, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, has called on the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara to sheathe their swords. Ikechukwu, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today asked the duo to accommodate one another in resolving the crisis plaguing the oil-rich state. “Both parties should […]

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14 h. ago FG Seeks Strong Military Collaboration, Intelligence Sharing To Tackle Terrorism 

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has called for strengthened military collaboration, intelligence sharing and capacity building among ECOWAS nations to safeguard the region and its people Matawalle stated this on Wednesday during the Gala Night for the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of […]

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17 h. ago AAJ commits to transforming Nigeria’s logistic industry with new delivery service

AAJ Express Logistics Limited, a logistics company in Nigeria has committed to revolutionise the country’s logistics industry with a new read more AAJ commits to transforming Nigeria’s logistic industry with new delivery service

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19 h. ago Plans Are Underway To Distribute Tricycle, Mini Buses Farmers – RAAMP

The management of the Rural Access And Marketing Programme (RAAMP) has disclosed that plans are underway to procure 2000 Tricycles and 3,000 minibuses for young indigent farmers this cropping season to boost their means of livelihood. The Benue State RAAMP Coordinator, Dr Stephen Numbeve, who disclosed this during an interaction with the State Working Committee […]

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19 h. ago Reps Ask IGP To Arrest FCDA Boss, Others Over Alleged Breach Of Building Code

The House of Representatives has directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Richard Dauda, over the alleged breach of the building code in the nation‘s capital, Abuja. Through its Committee on Public Petition, the House also ordered the arrest of Muktar Galadima, […]

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20 h. ago Sen Kalu rejects call to run for president, reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senator representing Abia North and Senate Committee Chairman on South East Development Commission (SEDC), Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has rejected a call by Northern Youth Leaders Forum (NYLF) to run for president in 2027 with either Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal or Governor of Adamawa State, Umar Fintiri as running […] The post Sen Kalu rejects call to run for president, reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Cultist shoots Osun grocery seller for demanding payment for drinks

A suspected cultist, Segun Ogunfunmilayo, has been arrested by the Osun State Police Command for shooting a grocery seller in the Ede area of the state. Ogunfunmilayo, who allegedly committed the act on March 8, 2025, at about 9:00 pm in the Bihari/Ishola area, Ede, had reportedly bought a bottle of energy drink from the Read More

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21 h. ago Oil firm justifies land acquisition amid Delta community protest

An oil and gas firm, Axxela, has restated its commitment to global best practices in upholding legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela clarified while reacting to a protest by the people of the Emu-Ebendo community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, demanding its exit from the land it acquired in Read More

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22 h. ago CBN sells N678bn treasury bills, investor subscriptions hit N1.27trn

By Chinwendu Obienyi The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) sold N678 billion worth of Treasury bills (T-bills) in its latest auction, despite total investor subscriptions reaching N1.27 trillion, highlighting strong demand amid tight market liquidity. At the NTB PMA auction conducted by the Debt Management Office (DMO) recently, the yield spiked to 22.52 percent from […] The post CBN sells N678bn treasury bills, investor subscriptions hit N1.27trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago APC Gave Me 2 Terms In Office, I Will Do Everything To Strengthen It — Buhari

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that he remained a committed member of the ruling party and will continue to promote its ideals. In a statement reaffirming his political allegiance, Buhari emphasised that he would never distance himself from the party that brought him to […]

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