The Nigerian democratic experience appears strongest in its vocabulary and weakest in its enforcement, argues FOLU OLAMITI Democracy came under searching scrutiny on Thursday 24 September 2026 as editors, lawyers and
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has repeatedly promised something unusual for an opposition governor: his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The commitment has held steady
Both Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa and Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, owe their current political standing to the same man, which makes their present friction in Ondo something closer
Galatasaray plan to start Victor Osimhen, who is about 85-90% fit now, in their UEFA Champions League home tie against Barcelona. The post Gala to start ‘90% fit’ Osimhen vs Barcelona appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Tyson Fury wants President Donald Trump to lead him into his showdown with Anthony Joshua. The post Fury to make Donald Trump offer for Joshua fight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
I have been wondering if Emir Sanusi will continue to sit on his throne and keep quiet as his bosom and extremely loyal friend continues to languish in avoidable jail.
Once a familiar face on Nigeria’s music scene, May Odegbami, popularly known as May7ven, has spent the past decade largely out of the spotlight, focusing on behind-the-scenes work and raising her family. The post We’ve to create more of our sounds, movements – May7ven, musician appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Every weekend across Lagos, young girls lace up their boots and take to local pitches with dreams of becoming footballers. Some play on school fields. Others train on community pitches shared with boys’ teams and other sports. For many, however, the opportunity to play is not matched by a clear pathway to progress. The post The reality of grassroots female football in Lagos State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Vanessa Obioha Never in Big Brother Naija’s history has it been so difficult to predict the winner. Unlike previous seasons, when fans could often identify the likely winner weeks before the
If you are a criminal, please avoid Enugu state. For, surely, you will be caught. The post In Enugu, the future is now appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Bashir Fakorede did not inherit the empire he now commands. From modest beginnings at the markets of Obalende, he ventured into the world of business, gradually establishing himself as an
This article would have come last week so that it wouldn’t appear to be influenced by reactions after last Thursday, when the country marked the anniversary of its Independence. The discourse is better now that we have had President Bola Tinubu address the country and those in power have made their comments. The post Nigeria @ 66: Grandeur of illusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence on October 1, 2026, there is a tendency to measure the country largely by what has gone wrong, what has been lost and what remains undone. The post Nigeria at 66: There is much to thank God for appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has identified the reason behind Nigeria’s topsy-turvy start to their AFCON 2027 qualifiers. The three-time African champions were in action twice last month, coming
As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence on October 1, 2026, there is a tendency to measure the country largely by what has gone wrong, what has been lost and what remains undone. The post Ned Nwoko and the weight of a historical moment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Only months ago, many had thought that the forthcoming governorship election in Ogun State was going to be a straightforward coronation, a mere affirmation for the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi. The post Ogun guber: Yayi in eye of the storm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Former Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Super Falcons into their Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying battle with Comoros. The former Nigeria international will be backed by Christopher
The Super Eagles have had their first training session in Nizhny Novgorod as they prepare for Tuesday’s international friendly match against Russia’s senior men national team. The group of 17
More than 1,000 persons have been rendered homeless following a bloody clash between the tribes of Mambilla and Fulani herders across Geroji settlements in Mbamnga ward of Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State. The post Communal clash renders thousands homeless in Taraba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Kayode Tokede Amid growing investor confidence in the Nigerian economy, Airtel Africa Plc and 10 other blue-chip companies accounted for N122.56 trillion, or 75.14 per cent, of the Nigerian Exchange
Festus Akanbi Nigeria’s economic activity expanded for the fourth consecutive month in September, with the composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rising to 53.0 points, as stronger industrial performance supported continued
Residents of several communities in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State have described Senator Orji Uzor Kalu as a lawmaker whose representation has been felt through road projects and other interventions across the area. The post Abia North 2027: Orji Kalu only lawmaker whose impact we’ve felt – Ohafia constituents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Sunday Ehigiator The Lagos State Government has stopped admitting new diesel-powered buses into its regulated public transport system, directing operators to deploy compressed natural gas (CNG) or electric vehicles as
For decades, agriculture was at the heart of the economy of the old Eastern Region, providing food, employment, raw materials and wealth for millions of people. The post At Nomeh, South-East’s agricultural revival takes root appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.