1 hour ago World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace

By Philip Nwosu, Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja, Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   President Bola Tinubu, former governor of Abia State and senator representing Abia North, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas and Mr. Peter Obi  have joined other world leaders to celebrate the emergence of Pope Leo XIV. President Tinubu […] The post World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu congratulates Cardinal Robert Prevost, Pope Leo XIV for emerging 267th Bishop of Rome

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, the 267th Bishop of Rome and the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. Tinubu praised His Holiness Leo XIV for his historic election and leadership role According to a statement issued by Special […] The post Tinubu congratulates Cardinal Robert Prevost, Pope Leo XIV for emerging 267th Bishop of Rome appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated it has not resolved the ongoing leadership disputes within the Labour Party (LP) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following recent Supreme Court judgments. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, through Chief Press Secretary Rotimi Oyekanmi, debunked media reports claiming the commission recognised specific individuals as […] The post INEC clarifies no decision made on LP, PDP leadership crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago ‘It’s A Great Honour For America’, Trump Hails Pope Leo XIV’s Historic Emergence

United States President Donald Trump has reacted to the emergence of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 266th Catholic Pontiff, saying the development was a great honour for America. President Trump, who took to his verified social media handles on Thursday evening shortly after the announcement of the new Pope, also said that he looked […]

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12 h. ago Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has extended his warm congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, on his election as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church. In a statement released on Wednesday, Senator Kalu described the emergence […] The post Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago House of Representatives advances bill to boost emergency response

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives passed a bill for second reading on Thursday, May 8, to enhance Nigeria’s emergency response to disasters such as drought, desertification, flooding, coastal erosion, dam failures, building collapses, and oil spills. Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and six others, including Amobi Ogah, the bill seeks to […] The post House of Representatives advances bill to boost emergency response appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago BREAKING: History Made As American Robert Prevost Emerges New Pope

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Catholic Pontiff and successor to Pope Francis. He is to be officially known as Pope Leo XIV. The first American to occupy the extalted office, Prevost was the Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Bishops (Leader of the Vatican office for the appointment of Bishops). Details Later….

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14 h. ago New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the 133 Cardinal electors have chosen a new read more New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

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18 h. ago 10 Suspects Remanded For Alleged Rape Of Physically Challenged Minor In Kaduna

A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Kaduna has ordered 10 suspects to be remanded in the correctional facility over allegation of raping a 16-year-old physically challenged girl at Likoro Village in Kudan local government area of Kaduna state. Although the suspects are 11 in number, our correspondent gathered that the 11th suspect was still at […]

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18 h. ago Kebbi Governor Idris approves ₦1.1bn for gratuities, death benefits

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has approved ₦1,138,177,993.11 for gratuities and death benefits for 459 beneficiaries. The funds cover state and contract staff, local government workers, and Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) employees who retired or died between September 16 and December 15, 2024. Rashidu Muhammad Bala, on behalf […] The post Kebbi Governor Idris approves ₦1.1bn for gratuities, death benefits appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Governor Dr Dauda Lawal has declared a state of emergency on all primary healthcare centres across the state. The announcement followed his unscheduled visits to three facilities to assess the quality of services provided. The Ministry of Health’s Information Officer, Suleiman Isah, shared this in a statement. Governor Lawal […] The post Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago No Pope From First Conclave Ballot As Black Smoke Seen At Sistine Chapel Chimney

After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney Wednesday evening, meaning that the cardinals were unable to choose a new Catholic Pontiff, who will succeed Pope Francis. Recalls that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, March April 21, 2025, following ill-health. Crowds were gathered in their tens of thousands in St […]

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34 h. ago 2027: Opposition Coalition Talks Is Hallucination — Presidency

The Presidency has described reports of a growing opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections as a hallucination, insisting that no credible political party or figure has endorsed such a move. Special Adviser on Policy and Communications to the President, Daniel Bwala, speaking on the coalition, mocked the notion of an emerging alliance between […]

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36 h. ago Nigeria tightens border defence as new terrorist groups Lakurawa, Mahmuda emerge

Mohammed Abubakar, the minister of defence has acknowledged that Nigeria’s borders continue to face threats from criminal and terrorist groups read more Nigeria tightens border defence as new terrorist groups Lakurawa, Mahmuda emerge

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38 h. ago NELFUND Debunks Alleged Diversion Of N54bn Student Loan Funds

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has debunked reports of alleged diversion of the scheme’s funds amounting to N54billion. The Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, stated this when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee oversighting the agency, to clear its name of the alleged irregularities in the administration and disbursement of student […]

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39 h. ago Nigeria, UN launch $159 million emergency response to avert food crisis in North

By Billy Graham Abel Yola The Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations have jointly unveiled a $159 million emergency response plan aimed at averting a looming food security and nutrition crisis in the conflict-ravaged states of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) in north-east Nigeria. The 2025 Lean Season Response Plan, launched in Abuja […] The post Nigeria, UN launch $159 million emergency response to avert food crisis in North-East appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation

Popular Nigerian comedian, Mark Angel, has questioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its claim that it invited social media activist Verydarkman before his recent arrest. The anti-corruption agency had earlier stated that it extended an invitation to the activist, which reportedly went unanswered. Following this, EFCC operatives arrested him on Friday — […] The post Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago “Soludo Scared Of Me On The Ballot” – Ozigbo Opens Up On Anambra APC Crisis

Valentine Ozigbo, the APC governorship aspirant in Anambra State, has accused Governor Charles Soludo of fearing his candidacy in the upcoming election. Ozigbo claims Soludo is using Nicholas Ukachukwu, another APC member, to destabilize the party and prevent his challenge. Ozigbo alleged that the APC governorship primary process, where Ukachukwu emerged as the candidate, was […] The post “Soludo Scared Of Me On The Ballot” – Ozigbo Opens Up On Anambra APC Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday expressed concern over the number of public health emergencies across Africa, with Nigeria read more Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

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62 h. ago Africa’s rise in global uncertainty hangs on industrialisation, regional trade

West Africa is emerging as an investment-ready, industrially ambitious, and increasingly unified strategic partner, agree stakeholders in Nigeria’s manufacturing, trade read more Africa’s rise in global uncertainty hangs on industrialisation, regional trade- stakeholders

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