10 h. ago UTME Mass Failure: JAMB Engages VCs, IT Experts To Probe Alleged Technical Glitches

Following widespread complaints about poor performance in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has launched an investigation into alleged technical glitches. The board was also collaborating with Vice Chancellors and IT experts to determine the root cause and ensure that affected candidates receive appropriate remedies if any […]

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16 h. ago Impactful Service: Yobe Focal Persons Pledge Effective Collaboration, Teamwork, Partnership

The newly trained Focal Persons appointed by the Yobe State Governor, Hon Mai Mala Buni have assured to implement lessons learnt during the three days capacity building through effective collaboration, partnership and teamwork for better results. The focal persons have in a 12 point communiqué issued at the end of the three days workshop in […]

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16 h. ago Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis

For decades, Nigeria’s electricity sector has been a tragic theatre of mismanagement, corruption, policy somersaults, and calculated sabotage. From the days of the Electricity Corporation of Nigeria  (ECN), to National Electric Power Authority  (NEPA), metamorphosing into Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) and eventually privatised into a cartel of Generation Companies (GenCos) Distribution Companies (DisCos) […] The post Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Soldiers arrest gunrunner, kidnapper, recover weapons in Plateau

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Operatives of the of 3 Division/Operation Safe Haven have arrested a notorious gunrunner/kidnapper, identified as Mr. Saeedu Haruna. The troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine and one ITEL phone. A statement by the Media Officer, Operation Safe Haven, Major Samson Zhakom, said that the operation supported by an […] The post Soldiers arrest gunrunner, kidnapper, recover weapons in Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago ASITU raises alarm over alleged N25bn secret SEDC loan, demands probe

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU) has condemned the South East Development Commission (SEDC) over allegations that it secretly secured a ₦25 billion loan at a 30% interest rate from a commercial bank without approvals from the Debt Management Office (DMO) or the National Assembly. In a statement issued on […] The post ASITU raises alarm over alleged N25bn secret SEDC loan, demands probe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Lawan denies involvement in arrest of critic over Gashua Water Project

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senator Ahmad Lawan’s office has firmly denied any role in the reported arrest of Ishe’u Ibrahim Jadda, a constituent allegedly detained by the Department of State Services (DSS) for criticising the Gashua Water Supply Project. A press statement issued by Dr Ezrel Tabiowo, Media Adviser to the Yobe North Senator, described […] The post Lawan denies involvement in arrest of critic over Gashua Water Project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Yobe Ambush: 2 Soldiers Under Probe For Colluding With Terrorists

Two soldiers attached to the 135 Special Forces Battalion of the Nigerian Army are under investigation for allegedly collaborating with ISWAP terrorists and compromising national security in Yobe State. The soldiers’ telephone conversations were intercepted and analysed by security operatives, revealing links to the May 9 kidnap of commuters along the Gashua–Azare highway. Credible information […]

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37 h. ago Banditry: Family Of Slain Bauchi Hunter With 28 Children Seek Help

Victims of the recent bandits’ ambush of vigilantes who were members of Professional Hunters Association of Nigeria in Bauchi and Sokoto States have recounted their ordeals. The bandits had killed 15 vigilante members in Mansur, Gwana, in Alkaleri local government area of Bauchi State during a patrol on Duguri-Mansur Road. One of the hunters simply […]

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46 h. ago Yobe Ambush: 2 Soldiers Under Probe For ‘Working With Terrorists’, Sabotage

Two soldiers attached to the 135 Special Forces Battalion are under investigation for alleged collaboration with ISWAP terrorists and compromising national security in Yobe State. The soldiers’ telephone conversations were intercepted and analyzed by security operatives, revealing links to the May 9 kidnapping of commuters along the Gashua–Azare highway in Yobe State. A credible source […]

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3 d. ago Bauchi Govt Signs $158m Value Chain Agreement To Boost Agriculture, Economic Growth

The Bauchi State government has signed a $158 million financial agreement to implement the value chain development programme in the state. The programme, co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development Agency (AFD), and the federal government, is set to be executed across ten northern states, including Bauchi, Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Commissions N5.73bn Water Supply Scheme In Yobe

The federal government has commissioned the 3,200 million litres per day (MLD) Gashua Water Supply Scheme in Bade local government area of Yobe State, a step toward improving access to clean and safe water in the country’s North East. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, officially inaugurated the facility on behalf of […]

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4 d. ago Court backs FCCPC’s power to probe MultiChoice over subscription hike

affirms commission’s mandate to investigate exploitative pricing under FCCPA The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the authority of read more Court backs FCCPC’s power to probe MultiChoice over subscription hike

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4 d. ago Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize decisive action against terrorism over convening more national security summits. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Sani reacted to the Senate’s latest move to hold a two-day national summit on insecurity. The Senate had resolved to set up an ad hoc committee […] The post Nigeria Needs Action Against Terrorists, Not Another Summit – Shehu Sani Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Badaru insists military has more sophisticated weapons than terrorists

Mohammed Badaru, Minister of Defence, has countered claims by Ahmed Jaha, a member of the House of Representatives, that terrorist read more Badaru insists military has more sophisticated weapons than terrorists

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4 d. ago Finland investigates Simon Ekpa over suspected terrorist acts

Finland’s National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has identified former Lahti City councillor Simon Ekpa as a suspect in a terrorism-related read more Finland investigates Simon Ekpa over suspected terrorist acts

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4 d. ago FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a major push to transform agriculture in Northern Nigeria, the Federal Government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement to launch the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN). The initiative targets nine northern states – Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara- with the goal […] The post FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Deny terrorists, bandits publicity, Info minister urges media

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has appealed to media professionals to refrain from granting undue publicity to terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements threatening the peace and security of the country. Speaking at the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held at the National Press […] The post Deny terrorists, bandits publicity, Info minister urges media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Convert forests to military bases to prevent insurgents occupation, Ganduje tells FG

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership has said converting forests to military bases will prevent further insurgents’ occupation and improve national security in the country. Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, national chairman of the ruling party, made the suggestion in Damaturu during a condolence visit to Yobe over the recent terrorists’ attack on a military formation in […] The post Convert forests to military bases to prevent insurgents occupation, Ganduje tells FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Emir Confirms Killing Of Army Captain, Soldier, 3 Terrorists In Fresh Borno Attack

The Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, has confirmed the killing of an army captain and a private soldier when some suspected terrorists attacked the Izge community in the Gwoza local government area of Borno State. The incident, which took place at about 1 am on Wednesday, also left three terrorists suspected to be […]

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4 d. ago FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement for the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN), targeting Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara to enhance agricultural value chains and farmers’ incomes. Co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development […] The post FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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