42 m. ago Odeyeyiwa wins police Crime Buster award in Abuja, promoted ACP

It was double honours for Commander, Anti-Kidnapping Squad (AKS), aka Tiger Base, Imo State Police Command, Oladimeji Odeyeyiwa, recently. He was in Abuja a while back to receive the Crime Buster of the Year 2025 award at second edition of the Nigeria Police Awards commendation ceremony, Resource Centre. He was also promoted to the rank […] The post Odeyeyiwa wins police Crime Buster award in Abuja, promoted ACP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

5 h. ago Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The long-delayed N2.4 trillion Centenary City project in Abuja has officially resumed, with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc awarded a N750 billion contract for the first phase of primary infrastructure. The Managing Director of Centenary City Free Zone Enterprises, Dr Ike Odenigwe, confirmed this in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, saying the […] The post Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

5 h. ago Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

The Katsina State Government has mobilised additional security forces to Malumfashi Local Government Area following a deadly attack by bandits read more Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

Politics

5 h. ago PDP allays fear of parallel conversation, ready for Ibadan convention

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP), on Tuesday, debunked fears that some people were planning to hold a parallel national convention read more PDP allays fear of parallel conversation, ready for Ibadan convention

Politics

5 h. ago Wike inaugurates ₦50bn phase II water treatment plant in FCT

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has inaugurated the rehabilitated ₦50 billion Phase 2 Water Treatment Plant read more Wike inaugurates ₦50bn phase II water treatment plant in FCT

Politics

5 h. ago Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike

Tribune Online Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike “When you say Mr President is unapproachable, and the government is unapproachable, what do you call government?” Wike asked... Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike Tribune Online

Politics

6 h. ago Wike Defends Tinubu Against Critics, Says President Approachable

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticisms of leading an unapproachable administration, asserting that the structure of government is designed for citizens to engage with ministers and aides, not solely the president. Wike, who appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday, argued […]

Politics

6 h. ago NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent assault on a member of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Edema Elohor Jennifer, by operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Group in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a video that went viral on Tuesday, the operatives […] The post NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 h. ago 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike

By Seyi Babalola Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, believes former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential aspirations is dead on arrival. Wike, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today show on Tuesday, stated that Nigerians will not give Amaechi a chance in the 2027 election. Amaechi, a member of the African Democratic Congress […] The post 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 h. ago Oyebanji mismanaged over N500bn Ekiti funds, female aspirant alleges

…Olawumi’s claim is invalid, Oyebanji has made judicious use of State’s resources – CPS Abimbola Olawumi, a governorship aspirant in read more Oyebanji mismanaged over N500bn Ekiti funds, female aspirant alleges

Politics

6 h. ago Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike

Babachir Lawal had recently criticised the Bola Tinubu administration over its performance and governance style. The post Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

7 h. ago Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant

Tribune Online Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant The project, Wike noted, will significantly expand the dam’s carrying capacity and boost water supply to Abuja residents.... Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant Tribune Online

Politics

7 h. ago FG unveils initiative to drive economic growth, boost youth empowerment

Tribune Online FG unveils initiative to drive economic growth, boost youth empowerment He emphasised that CEYEI will be implemented nationwide, covering all 36 states and more than 990 local government areas, with inclusivity... FG unveils initiative to drive economic growth, boost youth empowerment Tribune Online

Politics

9 h. ago Ladoja meets kingmakers, deliberates on installation process

Tribune Online Ladoja meets kingmakers, deliberates on installation process The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, on Tuesday met with the kingmakers at his private residence on Ondo Street, Old Bodija, in Ibadan North Local Government Area. Ladoja meets kingmakers, deliberates on installation process Tribune Online

Politics

9 h. ago NYSC Condemns Unprovoked Assault On Corps Member By Anambra Vigilantes

The Management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has condemned what it called outrageous assault on one of its Corps Members in Oba, Idemili South local government area of Anambra State. It will be recalled that an video went viral on social media on Monday showing Vigilante operatives, armed with guns, storming the corps […]

Politics

9 h. ago ‘No Amount Of Blackmail Will Stop Us’ Wike Chides Civil Servants, ‘Fake’ Contractors

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has vowed that no amount of intimidation or blackmail would derail his focus on infrastructure development. The FCT Minister stated this on Tuesday while commissioning the newly rehabilitated Phase 2 of the Lower Usuma Dam Water Treatment Plant in Bwari area council. Wike’s statement was a […]

Politics

10 h. ago Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community

Daredevil bandits have killed 13 people and injured several others in Unguwan Mantau Community, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning as residents were engaged in Fajr prayers at a public mosque. Witnesses reported that the armed assailants fired multiple shots inside the mosque, […] The post Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

10 h. ago Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force Operation Delta Safe carried out a successful operation against kidnappers in Delta State. They were assisted by a tracker team from the Delta State Government House, Asaba, during the mission. The joint forces engaged the criminals in a fierce shootout at Aniocha North Local […] The post Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

10 h. ago Court grants DSS request to shield witnesses in Owo Church attack trial

Tribune Online Court grants DSS request to shield witnesses in Owo Church attack trial This tragic event claimed the lives of over 40 worshippers and left more than 100 others injured. Court grants DSS request to shield witnesses in Owo Church attack trial Tribune Online

Events

11 h. ago Owo Catholic church attackers had links with foreign terrorist groups, DSS tells court

Refutes claim that alleged human rights violation suit triggered defendants’ arraignment Court okays shielding of prosecution witnesses’ identity   The Department of State Services (DSS) has cautioned a Federal High Court in Abuja against granting bail to the five men being prosecuted over their alleged involvement in the June 5, 2022, attack at St. Francis […] The post Owo Catholic church attackers had links with foreign terrorist groups, DSS tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events