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• Orders rescue of abductees, dismantling of terrorist camps • Reject political gamblers exploiting marginalisation, Wike tells voters From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to ensure free, fair and credible elections in 2027, as Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), assured opposition parties that security personnel would remain neutral […]

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded the immediate commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage, rejecting the Federal Government’s position that opening talks before June 2027 would be premature. The Congress accused the government of confusing negotiations with implementation, insisting that preparations must begin ahead of the expiration […]

• 2 Boko Haram supporters get life terms; 19 convicted of terrorism, illegal arms, vandalism From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Federal Government yesterday resumed mass trials of suspected terrorists at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where two Boko Haram supporters were sentenced to life imprisonment and an additional 20 years each. In separate proceedings […]

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, and Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, have said the recognition of their legislative work by The Sun will spur them to render greater service to the nation. Kalu and Bamidele spoke while accepting The Sun Innovative Legislator of the Year and Senator of the Year […]

•Interest payments, rentals gulp N4.95trn By Adewale Sanyaolu and Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government spent N5.28 trillion servicing domestic debt obligations in the first half of 2026, with interest and rental payments accounting for N4.95 trillion, underscoring the growing pressure of debt servicing on public finances. Data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO) […]

By Philip Nwosu Economist and World Bank expert, Dr Ifediora Amobi, has commended the economic policy expertise of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, while urging the Federal Government to ensure its reforms improve Nigerians’ living conditions. Amobi, a former adviser during the administration of the late President Umaru […]

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue Alliance for Good Governance and Accountability (BAGA) has rejected a proposed political arrangement it described as a rainbow coalition, alleging a plot to unseat Governor Hyacinth Alia ahead of the 2027 governorship election. In a statement issued in Makurdi yesterday by its president, Chief John Terfa, the group urged […]

…Demand local processing, cheaper loans, stronger security   From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Stakeholders in Nigeria’s mining sector have called for an end to raw gemstone exports, improved security and affordable financing to unlock the industry’s potential and attract investment. They made the call at the ongoing 11th Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja, stressing the need […]

By Oluseye Ojo KolaDaisi University (KDU), Ibadan, Oyo State, will showcase its research activities, strengthen ties with its host community and promote environmental sustainability as it marks its 10th anniversary alongside its sixth convocation from October 26 to November 5. The programme will feature a research exhibition, community service, tree planting, alumni engagement and an […]

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Senate has adopted a bill sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia North) seeking to establish a regulatory framework for medical X-ray and imaging practitioners, strengthen professional standards and protect patients against risks associated with exposure to ionising radiation. The proposed legislation, titled “Medical X-Ray and Imaging Practitioners Council (Establishment) […]

  As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 elections, three contests are unfolding simultaneously: a legal battle over who gets on the ballot, an economic argument over whether reforms are delivering relief, and a growing test of public confidence in the institutions that will oversee the vote. There is a curious contradiction at the heart […]

  The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained that it omitted some candidates from the final list for the 2027 governorship elections because their political parties failed to submit membership registers as required by law. The clarification comes amid reactions from affected parties and candidates following the publication of the final list, which excluded […]