5 h. ago Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request

Tribune Online Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request The people of Anioma in Delta State have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the proposed creation of Anioma State, saying the priority given to their request has been encouraging and could help properly balance the federation, which is currently skewed against the Igbo. Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Release NDDC Forensic Audit Report Or I Resign As FCT Minister, Wike Tells Federal Gov’t

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on the Federal Government to make public the findings of the forensic audit conducted on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), daring authorities to release the report or risk his resignation from cabinet. Wike made the bold declaration during an interview on Channels Television’s […]

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9 h. ago Wike Accuses Amaechi’s Wife Of Misappropriating N4bn NDDC Funds

Former Rivers State governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on his predecessor and political rival, Rotimi Amaechi, accusing Amaechi’s wife of misappropriating N4 billion meant for the training of Niger Delta women. Wike made the allegation during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, where […]

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10 h. ago Gov Mbah Tasks Journalists On Truth, Editorial Courage In AI Age

Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, has urged Nigerian journalists to uphold editorial courage and remain steadfast in their pursuit of truth amid the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in newsrooms. Delivering his welcome address at the opening of a two-day workshop organised by the State House Press Corps (SHPC) in Enugu on Friday, Governor […]

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11 h. ago Why we approved new retirement age for associate professors — Delta govt

Tribune Online Why we approved new retirement age for associate professors — Delta govt The decision to extend the retirement age of associate professors in Delta State-owned universities from 65 to 70 years was driven by a need to... Why we approved new retirement age for associate professors — Delta govt Tribune Online

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12 h. ago We’ve no objections to creation of Zaar Chiefdom — Fulani community

Tribune Online We’ve no objections to creation of Zaar Chiefdom — Fulani community The Fulani community of Bauchi State, under the aegis of Daddo Pulāku and affiliated Fulani associations, has declared that it has no objections to the creation of the proposed Zaar Chiefdom in the state. The declaration was made by the Fulani community during a press conference held at the NUJ Press Centre, on the ongoing […] We’ve no objections to creation of Zaar Chiefdom — Fulani community Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Ohanaeze condoles with Alhaji Dantata’s family, govt of Kano 

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has expressed its sincere condolence  with the family of Nigeria’s formost business man and philanthropists, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata over his recent death . The organisation in its condolence letter released by the National Publicity Secretary , Ezechi Chukwu also urged the people of Kano State, its Governor, […] The post Ohanaeze condoles with Alhaji Dantata’s family, govt of Kano  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases

Tribune Online Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases He urged all healthcare workers across the state to be on high alert and to report any suspected case promptly. Edo govt confirms outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Actors Guild moves to reposition Anambra as Nollywood destination

To shut down illegal movie camps, seeks govt support   From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Anambra state chapter has geared up plans towards turning Anambra State as the hub of film making, entertainment and Nollywood destination in Nigeria. State Chairman of AGN Lady Esther Chinyelu Anyaegbunam stated this during an […] The post Actors Guild moves to reposition Anambra as Nollywood destination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NDYC Urges Politicians To Respect INEC’s Integrity, Condemns Amaechi, El

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned the recent comments made by former Governors Rotimi Amaechi and Nasir El-Rufai against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The group, in a statement on Friday signed by its National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, described the comments as “reckless, self-serving, and politically […]

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15 h. ago NUJ Lagos charges new NAWOJ Executives on purposeful leadership

By Vera Wisdom Bassey The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Lagos Council, has advised the new leadership of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) to work towards unifying the organization and embrace leadership with integrity.   The Chairman of the NUJ, Lagos Council, Mr Adeleye Ajayi who gave the advice, told the new leadership […] The post NUJ Lagos charges new NAWOJ Executives on purposeful leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago The Judiciary has lost its independence – Ex Imo NBA Chairman

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The Former Chairman of Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) Owerri, Imo state ,Barr LUC Nwakaeti says that the Judiciary has its independence  as it is longer the real hope of the common man as a result of political interference and  inadequate funding. The judiciary , he said is the Cornerstone of democracy, […] The post The Judiciary has lost its independence – Ex Imo NBA Chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Marine and blue economy ministry records 75% performance in two years

Tribune Online Marine and blue economy ministry records 75% performance in two years "The Federal Government has approved the contracts for the reconstruction of the Apapa and Tin Can Ports, under the Western Port Rehabilitation Programme Marine and blue economy ministry records 75% performance in two years Tribune Online

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19 h. ago “Buhari Didn’t Achieve All, But Tinubu’s Govt Is Worse” — Amaechi

Former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has claimed that ex- president Muhammadu Buhari’s led administration was better than President Bola Tinubu’s government. Speaking during an interview with Channels Television on Thursday, the former governor of Rivers State noted that Buhari outperformed Tinubu in security and institutional independence areas. He explained that his criticism of President Tinubu […] The post “Buhari Didn’t Achieve All, But Tinubu’s Govt Is Worse” — Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Tinubu: Peter Rufai will be remembered as patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Peter Rufai, describing the legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper as a patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold in Nigerian and African football history. In a statement mourning Rufai’s passing at age 61, issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, […] The post Tinubu: Peter Rufai will be remembered as patriotic sportsman who wrote his name in gold appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago UNIFEMGA congratulates Customs CG, Adeniyi, on election as chair of World Customs Organisation

Tribune Online UNIFEMGA congratulates Customs CG, Adeniyi, on election as chair of World Customs Organisation THE Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates Association (UNIFEMGA) has congratulated the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi, on his recent election as the chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO). The WCO is an intergovernmental organisation that serves as the highest decision-making authority in global customs, with its headquarters located in Brussels, […] UNIFEMGA congratulates Customs CG, Adeniyi, on election as chair of World Customs Organisation Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Isoko Group Seeks Development Of Gas Turbine Project In Niger Delta

The Isoko Renaissance Movement (IRM) has called on the federal government to develope the Isoko Gas Turbine project to ensure ample electricity supply in Isoko land. This was part of the demands made by the group at a peaceful protest by the group to the National Assembly on Thursday. Speaking during a peaceful protest on […]

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26 h. ago Anioma community lauds Tinubu, APC over proposed state creation

The people of Anioma in Delta State have commended President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the proposed Anioma State creation. The Anioma comprising the nine  predominantly Igbo speaking people of Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West, Ika North, Ika South, Oshimili North, Oshimili South, and Ukwuani Local Government Areas […] The post Anioma community lauds Tinubu, APC over proposed state creation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago David Mabuza, Soouth Africa’s former deputy president, dies at 64

David Mabuza, a powerful South African politician who helped put the current president in charge, has died at the age read more David Mabuza, Soouth Africa’s former deputy president, dies at 64

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27 h. ago Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell

He will go home in a blaze of glory on July 4   By Vivian Onyebukwa Family, friends and religious gathered for the requiem mass held at Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Mushin, Lagos, in honour of Lagos business mogul, Chief Cajethan Amadi. No fewer than 10 Catholic priests, including the Episcopal Vicar of the Archdiocese […] The post Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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