97 m. ago PICTORIAL: Gov Lawal Visits More Zamfara Communities, Vows Never To Negotiate With Bandits

Governor Dauda Lawal has reassured the people of Zamfara State that his administration stands firm against negotiating with bandits who are terrorising the State. The governor spoke on Thursday during separate visits to more communities recently attacked by bandits. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the communities visited were Kagara, Dan […]

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8 h. ago Saving lives on roads: Over 100 NURTW members get HERF training in Abuja

The Sun The Hospital Emergency Response Foundation (HERF), a non-governmental organisation, has facilitated the training of over 100 National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) members in First Responder Stabilisation Techniques in Abuja. This critical training, aimed at preventing unnecessary road deaths by saving accident victims’ lives through emergency response skills, was conducted with technical […] The post Saving lives on roads: Over 100 NURTW members get HERF training in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has raised alarm over the escalating cholera outbreak in Zamfara State, warning that without urgent intervention, more lives could be lost. The organisation reported over 1,500 suspected cholera cases from mid-June to early August 2025 in three Ministry of Health (MoH) facilities […] The post Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Traditional Ruler Warns Against Escalating Crisis In Ebonyi Community

The traditional ruler of the Ihie Autonomous community in the Ivo local government area of Ebonyi State, Eze Gabriel Uzoma Okoro, has warned those spreading false information about the crisis that rocked the community recently to desist from doing so to forestall an escalation of the dispute. In an interview with journalists in Abakaliki, the […]

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17 h. ago Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara

The Police Command in Kwara has confirmed the death of a man who helped a kidnap suspect to escape arrest. The Police Commissioner in Kwara, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the incident to newsmen, yesterday in Ilorin. Ojo further disclosed that a vigilante member, who sustained injuries from the incident was receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. […] The post Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa

Tribune Online Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa STAKEHOLDERS said there is a silent epidemic of antimicrobial resistance and urged immediate, coordinated action to prevent a major public health disaster. They said the growing global concern of antimicrobial resistance contributes to about 24 deaths per 1,000 people in sub-Saharan Africa, and the situation is being made worse in the continent by how easily […] Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Protect children from diphtheria with exclusive breastfeeding – UNICEF urges mothers

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding of their children to prevent the spread of diphtheria. UNICEF facilitator, Mrs. Chineze George-Ileka, said this during a sensitisation at the Christian Women’s August Meeting on Wednesday in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra. George-Ileka said exclusive breastfeeding strengthens a baby’s […] The post Protect children from diphtheria with exclusive breastfeeding – UNICEF urges mothers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago MiG Arogan Channels Haitian, African Ancestral Power In ‘Moon Under Me’

With his latest release “Moon Under Me”, MiG Arogan dives deep into the spiritual well of his Haitian and African heritage, delivering a track that feels like both prophecy and warning. This isn’t just music—it’s ancestral energy brought to life. From the opening hook, MiG sets the tone with ritualistic chants and unshakable confidence: “Mama […]

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33 h. ago Nigeria’s economic boom lies in industrialisation, says NESG

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has identified industrialisation as the most viable path to unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential, warning read more Nigeria’s economic boom lies in industrialisation, says NESG

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34 h. ago Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students

Nigerian students in the United States have been warned by the embassy in Nigeria to adhere to the rules of their visa or risk losing their study privilege. The warning was given on Wednesday in a statement on X as part of efforts to remind international students of the consequences of failing to maintain their […] The post Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Second death recorded in Italy’s broccoli sandwich botulism outbreak

Tribune Online Second death recorded in Italy’s broccoli sandwich botulism outbreak Italy has recorded a second death in a botulism outbreak linked to a commercially produced broccoli and Second death recorded in Italy’s broccoli sandwich botulism outbreak Tribune Online

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35 h. ago ‘Do not touch,’ Alert issued as ‘Frankenstein’ rabbits with tentacles spread across US

Tribune Online ‘Do not touch,’ Alert issued as ‘Frankenstein’ rabbits with tentacles spread across US A virus causing rabbits in parts of the US to develop horn-like and tentacle-shaped growths on their heads ‘Do not touch,’ Alert issued as ‘Frankenstein’ rabbits with tentacles spread across US Tribune Online

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36 h. ago 36 Years After Okwaraji’s Tragic Death, Siasia Advocates Improved Player Safety In Football

In a poignant reflection, 36 years after the untimely death of former Nigerian international Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, his teammate and ex-Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, has expressed his belief that Okwaraji could still be alive today had proper first-aid been administered at the time of the incident. Okwaraji, who tragically succumbed to congestive heart failure […]

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37 h. ago Kaduna Tertiary Institutions Union Threatens Indefinite Strike

The Joint Union of Tertiary Institutions of Kaduna State (JUTIKS) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the state government over what it described as the non-implementation of key agreements, warning that an indefinite strike will commence on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, if their demands were not met. JUTIKS, which comprises the academic and non-academic staff […]

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38 h. ago Lagos Tricycle Rider Crushed To Death In Fatal Bridge Collision

A commercial tricycle rider, yet to be identified, was fatally crushed to death on Tuesday following a collision at the top of Egbe Bridge in Ikotun, Lagos State. In a statement confirming the incident, Taofiq Adebayo, spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), explained that the crash occurred when a Toyota Venza, with […] The post Lagos Tricycle Rider Crushed To Death In Fatal Bridge Collision appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago ‘Nigeria’s minerals wealth may attract conflict risks, economic leakage, environmental degradation’

A New Report has warned that without timely action, the growing allure of Nigeria’s mineral wealth could attract the same read more ‘Nigeria’s minerals wealth may attract conflict risks, economic leakage, environmental degradation’

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39 h. ago We’ve 1,888 female inmates in prison, 81 on death row – NCoS

From Isaac Anumihe and Ezekwesiri Olileanya, Abuja Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), yesterday, disclosed that it has a total of 1885 females across the country and  81 of them are on death row. Fielding questions from the Independent Investigative Panel on the alleged corruption, abuse of power, torture, cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment against the NCS […] The post We’ve 1,888 female inmates in prison, 81 on death row – NCoS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Gombe Hosts Zamfara Officials For Insights On Efficient Airport Operations, Planning

A high-level delegation from Zamfara State, led by the Head of Civil Service, Yakubu Sani Hydar, has visited Gombe State on a study tour as part of preparations for the commencement of flight operations at the newly constructed Gusau Airport. During a courtesy call on the Secretary to the Gombe State Government (SSG), Professor Ibrahim […]

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43 h. ago Passengers With Unruly, Violent Behaviour Risk Prosecution, Bi

Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) operators, said passengers who engage in disruptive or violent behaviour at its terminal will face full prosecution under applicable Nigerian aviation laws. The head of Corporate Communications, Bi-Courtney, Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, said the management will not tolerate unruly behaviour within its terminal facilities. The company urged […]

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43 h. ago 17 states yet to domesticate SDGs as deadline nears, Orelope

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has revealed that 17 states are yet to domesticate the SDGs into their governance frameworks. “There are 20 states that have domesticated and integrated SDG targets and indicators into their plans,” Orelope-Adefulire explained at a critical Roundtable Dialogue […] The post 17 states yet to domesticate SDGs as deadline nears, Orelope-Adefulire warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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