2 h. ago Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)  Nyeson Wike, is enroute to China for a series of official engagements toward read more Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

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12 h. ago Wike Lacks Political Integrity, We’ve Started Process To Collapse His Structure In PDP – Party Chieftain

Former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, in Anambra State, Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu, has described Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesome Wike, as someone with no political integrity. Nwobu also mocked Wike for not leaving the major opposition party, saying that he is coward. Speaking during an interview with Arise TV on Thursday, the […] The post Wike Lacks Political Integrity, We’ve Started Process To Collapse His Structure In PDP – Party Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Wike Visits China Over Potable Water Supply In FCT Satellite Communities

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is currently on a diplomatic mission to China as part of efforts to address water supply challenges in the FCT’s satellite towns. According to his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Thursday he stated, “Wike is presently in Dubai, […] The post Wike Visits China Over Potable Water Supply In FCT Satellite Communities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns

Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has embarked on a diplomatic mission to China to meet with China Geo-Engineering Corporation Overseas Construction (CGCOC) Group officials. The visit, announced on Thursday, May 1, aims to expedite potable water supply to satellite towns, including Gwagwalada, Kwali, and Kuje Area Councils. Senior Special Assistant […] The post Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Tiv farmers in Obi protest alleged land seizure, reject Sule’s plea for dialogue

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Tiv farmers from eight communities in Obi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, staged a protest on Thursday, May 1, against the alleged forceful seizure of their ancestral farmlands by the state government. The protesters, from Ayakeke, Osula, China, Shankodi, Udugh, Ikychiha, Utsuwa, and Daura, demanded justice and urged Governor Abdullahi Sule […] The post Tiv farmers in Obi protest alleged land seizure, reject Sule’s plea for dialogue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Dele Momodu Will Dump Atiku When His Funding Stops – Olayinka

Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to Nyesom Wike, has criticized Dele Momodu’s remarks about Atiku Abubakar’s potential 2027 bid. On Thursday, Olayinka claimed that Momodu’s loyalty to Atiku is financially motivated, stating, “Let Atiku stop paying, Oga Dele Momodu will move to the next victim.” He also dismissed Momodu’s comments about power-sharing, […] The post Dele Momodu Will Dump Atiku When His Funding Stops – Olayinka appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago PICTORIAL: Workers Converge At Abuja’s Eagles Square For 2025 May Day Celebration

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have converged at the Eagles Square in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 May Day. Workers were dressed in different attires to showcase their various profession and vocations. Security personnel including those of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Security and […]

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33 h. ago Insecurity: Northern group charges Tinubu to legalise 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 charges Tinubu to legalise firearms’ use appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Wike’s aide Olayinka slams Dele Momodu as Atiku’s paid ally amid PDP crisis

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faced heightened internal strife on Wednesday, April 30, as Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, launched a fierce attack on PDP chieftain and Ovation Magazine publisher Dele Momodu. In a statement, Olayinka accused Momodu […] The post Wike’s aide Olayinka slams Dele Momodu as Atiku’s paid ally amid PDP crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The National Assembly has pledged full support for The Progressive Institute, a training body launched by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to equip young Nigerians with democratic and leadership skills. Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau made this commitment during a courtesy visit by the institute’s Director General, Dr Lanre Adebayo, and […] The post National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Shettima: Fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification will benefit Nigerians

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has acknowledged that the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification, and energy sector overhaul, are challenging but essential for Nigeria’s progress. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a visit by a delegation from Berlin’s Hertie School of Governance, Shettima said, […] The post Shettima: Fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification will benefit Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 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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41 h. ago Education Minister Presents Provisional Licences To 11 New Varsities

Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa presented provisional licences to 11 newly approved private universities on Wednesday in Abuja. The universities include City University, Ayetoro, Ogun State; University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State; Eranova University, Mabushi, FCT; Minaret University, Ikirun, Osun Annex; and Abubakar Toyin University, Oke-Agba, Kwara State. Others are Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, […]

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41 h. ago Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Leaders representing the Ijaw and Urhobo communities in Warri, Delta State, yesterday, urged the Department of State Security Services (DSS) and the Office of the National Security Adviser to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the recent arrest of some persons, including a serving British Army officer, suspected of […] The post Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Police: AIG Zone 10 urges prayers for officers on rescue missions

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) of Police for Zone 10, Gyogon Augustine Grimah, has called on Nigerians to pray for police officers undertaking rescue missions in Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states. Speaking during a familiarisation visit to the Police Command Headquarters in Birnin Kebbi, Grimah emphasised the need for citizens to view […] The post Police: AIG Zone 10 urges prayers for officers on rescue missions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties

Some residents of Atimbo community, located in Calabar, Cross River, have decried over rising case of falling trees during rainfalls in the state. It was gathered that a Nissan Xterra Jeep was destroyed in a recent rainfall that occurred in one of the communities. Speaking with News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, Samuel Ekpenyong, said […] The post Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Somalia bans entry to Taiwanese passport holders, citing one

Somalia has placed an entry ban on all Taiwanese passport holders, according to Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which accused read more Somalia bans entry to Taiwanese passport holders, citing one-China policy

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44 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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49 h. ago Over 1400 youths trained in 10 skills as NLNG relaunches scheme in Rivers communities

…$1,300 awaits each beneficiary to begin viable entrepreneurship career The NLNG has relaunched its empowerment scheme which has so far read more Over 1400 youths trained in 10 skills as NLNG relaunches scheme in Rivers communities

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50 h. ago FCT Police Arrest Eight Over Car Theft, Recover Stolen Vehicles

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended eight individuals in connection with a car theft operation in the nation’s capital. FCT police spokesperson Josephine Adeh said in a statement on Tuesday that a couple known as Yusuf Yunusa and Blessing Yusuf were among the accused. Adeh stated that Blessing admitted to buying Toyota […] The post FCT Police Arrest Eight Over Car Theft, Recover Stolen Vehicles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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