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US Restores Temporary Funding for Ukrainian Child Abduction Tracking Program

The U.S. State Department has granted short-term funding to a program documenting the abduction of Ukrainian children, after the Trump administration paused it earlier this year. The initiative, led by Yale University’s Humanitarian Research Lab, had been tracking thousands of Ukrainian children forcibly…

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National

Tinubu Appoints Governing Council, Principal Officers for Federal University Iyin Ekiti

President Bola Tinubu has appointed the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers for the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. Senator Binta Masi Garba has been named Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson of the Governing Council,…

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International

Trump Orders Stricter Voting Controls, Sparking Legal Challenges

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order tightening federal election controls, mandating proof of citizenship for voter registration. The move, part of Trump's continued claims of electoral fraud, aims to reshape voting regulations ahead of upcoming elections. However, experts and rights…

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International

Super Eagles Coach Chelle Praises Aina, Osayi-Samuel After Zimbabwe Draw

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has commended defenders Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel for their performances in Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria took the lead in the…

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National

Senator Nwaebonyi Defends Heated Exchange with Ezekwesili at Senate Hearing

Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, representing Ebonyi North Senatorial District, has defended his clash with former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, during a Senate hearing on a fresh petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The confrontation occurred at the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and…

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National

Senator Nwaebonyi, Oby Ezekwesili Clash During Senate Hearing

A heated exchange erupted between Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi of Ebonyi North and former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, during a Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions hearing yesterday. The session was reviewing a fresh petition submitted by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Ezekwesili…

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National

Obasanjo Alleges Lawmakers Took Bribes to Approve Rivers State Emergency Rule

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has alleged that members of the National Assembly were bribed to approve the state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. In a viral video obtained by Daily Sun, Obasanjo was seen in a conversation with…

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Local

Ekiti Government Pledges to Rebuild Fire-Ravaged School in Igbemo-Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has assured that the state government will swiftly rebuild Saint Peter’s Primary School, Igbemo-Ekiti, which was destroyed by a fire reportedly caused by a thunder strike. Represented by his deputy, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, the governor commended the…

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Local

Governor Oyebanji Joins Muslim Leaders for Iftar, Calls for Unity

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Tuesday evening joined Muslim leaders in the state to observe Iftar, the Ramadan fast-breaking meal, at the Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado-Ekiti. The gathering, attended by prominent Muslim scholars, Islamic organisation heads, and top government officials, reinforced…

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Local

Tinubu Launches Nigerian Youth Academy to Boost Skills Development

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to equipping Nigerian youth with essential skills to compete effectively on the global stage. Speaking at the official launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) at the State House, Abuja, Tinubu highlighted the government’s focus…