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Fulfilled vision: Senator Kalu to worship at Christ Embassy Lagos today
Former governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr Orji Kalu, will today join other worshippers at Christ Embassy Church, Oregun, Lagos, in their Sunday service. Kalu, a staunch Catholic, known for his non-discrimination against religious faiths, will use the opportunity of the Christ Embassy Sunday service to appreciate God for his …
The Sun Nigeria.
Jubril, PDP BoT chair, promises to compensate Ndigbo in 2023
From Obinna Odogwu, Awka Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Walid Jubril, has promised that the party would give the Igbo the highest position in the country in 2023. The people of the Southeast believe that it is the turn of the zone to produce the president …
The Sun Nigeria.
My hips, thighs and belly are really sexy -Calista Okoronkwo, actress
By Christian Agadibe Nollywood actress, Calista Okoronkwo is pretty, hot and sexy. But she is still single, even with many suitors running after her. In this exclusive interview, the Imo State-born thespian not only reveals what makes her sexy, she equally opens up on marriage and when it would happen for her. Enjoy it. What …
The Sun Nigeria.
How rap chose me – McDonald Emiantor
From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin When it comes to Nigerians making waves in the Australian entertainment industry, one of the names that comes to mind is Edo State-born McDonald Emiantor. McDonald, who recently launched his 24-track album in 94 countries, gives vivid account of himself and reveals why rap chose him and not the other way …
The Sun Nigeria.
PMAN crisis: Why Tee Mac sued Pretty Okafor for N100m
Former president of Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Tee Mac Omastola Iseli has sued the current president, Pretty Okafor for N100 million over allegations of libel, defamation and character assassination. Speaking after filing the suit at the Federal High Court, Lagos on December 7, 2020, Tee Mac said: “Everybody is aware of the …
The Sun Nigeria.
Lagos Marina-Okokomaiko light rail project: Hope, promises without end
By Cosmas Omegoh There is an enormous feeling of pain and anger among many Lagos residents – particularly those living along the Lagos-Badagry corridor – following the perceived failure of the state government to complete the rail project it started over a dozen years ago. At inception, in 2008, the Lagos light rail project which …
The Sun Nigeria.
Rising insecurity, use of mercenaries, other means
By Omoniyi Salaudeen The time is now for the civil and military authorities in Nigeria to leave politics behind and collaborate to rescue the country from the abyss. The future is full of dark forebodings. Something urgent needs to be done to change the current narrative about the unacceptable level of insecurity across the states …
The Sun Nigeria.
South-South Governors are cowards – Comrade Joseph Evah
By Daniel Kanu Comrade Joseph Evah is that effervescent leader and national coordinator of the Ijaw Monitoring Group (IMG) who always speaks truth to power. In this encounter with Sunday Sun, he revealled the game plan against the 2023 Igbo presidential bid, the politics of Jonathan’s latest embrace for 2023, as well as the problem …
The Sun Nigeria.
Mbazulike Amaechi emerges NIROH worldwide grand patron
From Obinna Odogwu, Awka First Republic minister of Aviation and Transport, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, has been named the grand patron of Ndigbo Royal Heritage (NIROH) worldwide by the leadership of the group. Amaechi was so honoured in his Ukpor country home in Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State when the group led by …
The Sun Nigeria.
Bagudu, Aliero, Dakingari mourn demise of Alhaji Aliyu Bagudo
From Olanrewaju Lawal,Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has condoled with the family of septuagenarian, Alhaji Aliyu Bagudo, who died on Thursday at the Federal Medical Centre, Birnin Kebbi, at the age of 78. Bagudu was accompanied on the condolence visit by two former governors of the state, Senator Adamu Aliero and Alhaji …
The Sun Nigeria.
Joshua outclasses Pulev with ninth-round stoppage to raise hopes of Fury showdown
Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua mixed power and patience as he knocked out Kubrat Pulev to bolster hopes that a historic fight against Tyson Fury could soon be a reality. The British heavyweight drilled his mandatory challenger to the canvas twice in round three in a chaotic flurry that saw Pulev smiling while …
EPL: Honours even at Old Trafford, as late Newcastle strike sinks Baggies
Manchester City avoided a third straight derby defeat as they earned a goalless draw at Manchester United. There were few chances in the first Manchester derby to be played during the lockdown, with United’s 2-0 win at Old Trafford in March coming just before UK restrictions come into force, reports the BBC. City winger Riyad …
Promoted Stuttgart thrash Dortmund in Bundesliga
Borussia Dortmund lost further ground in the Bundesliga title race as they suffered a heavy home defeat by promoted side Stuttgart on Saturday. Silas Wamangituka put Stuttgart ahead with a 26th-minute penalty, after Emre Can had brought down Mateo Klimowicz. Giovanni Reyna’s wonderful touch and finish from Raphael Guerreiro’s pass drew Dortmund level before half-time. …
Nigeria out of U-20 AFCON
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria has been eliminated from the ongoing West African Football Union qualifiers in Benin Republic. The Nigeria side’s slim hope of qualification was dashed after Cote d’Ivoire defeated Ghana 1-0 in the final group game played on Saturday. The Flying Eagles started the competition with a 1-1 draw against the Junior …
Govs causing insecurity in Niger Delta, says Ita Enang
Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Ita Enang has attributed cases of insecurity in the Niger Delta to failure to develop oil producing communities by respective state governors in the region. Senator Enang, speaking when members of the Domestic Refineries Owners Association of Nigeria (DROAN) paid a thank-you visit …
SSANU leaders to President: Man you appointed Chair is under investigation for fraud
Stakeholders of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) branch, have petitioned the National President of the association over the recent appointment of the former Treasurer of the union, as the Acting Chairman of the FUTO branch. The petition drew the attention of the National President to …
JUST IN: Buhari removes Pondei as Akwa becomes interim NDDC administrator
President Muhammadu Buhari Saturday approved the appointment Mr. Effiong Okon Akwa as the interim administrator to oversee the affairs of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). He will be replacing Kemebradikumo Pondei, Acting Managing Director of the Commission. This was made public in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media …
JUST IN: Sanwo-Olu tests positive for coronavirus
Twenty-four hours after the news broke that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu went into self-isolation after coming into contact with a COVID-19 positive person, it is now confirmed that the governor himself has tested positive for the deadly virus. Sanwo-Olu went into self-isolation after his close aide tested positive few days back. During the …
You lack powers over us, CNN tells Nigeria
Snubs Lagos #EndSARS panel Cable News Network (CNN) has practically thumbed its nose at the Lagos State Panel of Judicial Inquiry probing the alleged killing of #EndSARS protesters by soldiers at the Lekki Toll Plaza, on the night of October 20, saying it was not bound by Nigerian laws regarding the probe. Responding to a …
Rwanda plans free COVID-19 vaccinations for citizens
The Rwandan government says it will offer free coronavirus vaccination to citizens after the country receives the vaccine next year. Rwandan Health Minister Daniel Ngamije disclosed this in an interview with public broadcaster Rwanda Television on Friday. “We will start with health personnel because they are part of people at high risk of …
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