2 hours ago FG budgets N1tn for special power interventions, multilateral projects

The Ministry of Power plans to allocate a significant portion of its N1.2tn 2025 budget towards financing a range of multilateral and bilateral loan projects to enhance electricity generation and distribution nationwide. It allocated N810bn to fulfil its funding obligations of the $1.74bn World Bank’s Power sector recovery and $2.62m Distribution Sector Recovery Programme loans Read More

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4 hours ago ‘No Life Is Bigger Than The Other’, Gov Makinde Reacts To Ibadan Funfair Stampede Tragedy

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has declared that justice must be served in the death of the 35 children in the December 11, 2024 Christmas funfair stampede in Ibadan, regardless of the closeness of the organisers to him. Governor Makinde stated this in a viral video on social media, where he noted that no […]

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5 hours ago Christmas: Dafinone seeks prayers, support for Tinubu’s administration

The lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Ede Dafinone, has called on Nigerians to “Continue to pray and support President Bola Tinubu’s administration to succeed.” Dafinone noted that Tinubu’s administration “Came into power when Nigeria was at a crossroads and will, therefore, need our collective efforts and support for the Read More

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6 hours ago Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water disrupt Lagos waterways transportation

Tribune Online Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water disrupt Lagos waterways transportation Many passengers travelling from Badore Jetty to Ikorodu area of Lagos State through the waterways were stranded on Xmas day due to water hyacinths disrupting passenger boat movements. Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune, some passengers expressed disappointment at the disruptions to waterways transportation on Lagos waters. According to one of the passengers, Mr. Rufai Olatunji, […] Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water disrupt Lagos waterways transportation Tribune Online

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6 hours ago Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water hyacinths disrupt Lagos waterways transportation

Tribune Online Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water hyacinths disrupt Lagos waterways transportation Many passengers travelling from Badore Jetty to Ikorodu area of Lagos State through the waterways were stranded on Xmas day due to water hyacinths disrupting passenger boat movements. Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune, some passengers expressed disappointment at the disruptions to waterways transportation on Lagos waters. According to one of the passengers, Mr. Rufai Olatunji, […] Yuletide: Passengers stranded as water hyacinths disrupt Lagos waterways transportation Tribune Online

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8 hours ago Clark advocates national unity, harps against nepotism at Christmas service

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Elder statesman Edwin Clark has reiterated his call for national unity, asserting, “Nigeria belongs to us all” during the Christmas service at his residence, by St. James Anglican Church Asokoro. He emphasised that any perception of being a second-class citizen undermines the collective identity of Nigerians. Clark pointedly criticised President Bola […] The post Clark advocates national unity, harps against nepotism at Christmas service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing

Tribune Online US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed past the $1 billion mark after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn on Christmas Eve. The estimated prize for the next drawing on Friday is $1.15 billion, making it potentially the fifth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. The lead director for the Mega Millions Consortium, Joshua Johnston in […] US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing Tribune Online

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9 hours ago Christmas: Police deploy 3,000 officers for security operations in Borno

The Borno State Police Command has mobilised over 3,000 officers to ensure safety and security at churches and other critical locations throughout the state during the Christmas celebrations. The coordinated effort, which involved the police, military, Civilian Joint Task Force, and fire services, aimed to provide a peaceful and secure environment for worshippers. In a Read More

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9 hours ago Mutfwang celebrates Christmas with rural folks, calls for reflection on Christ’s birth

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has emphasised that the birth of Jesus Christ remains the ultimate solution for mankind’s redemption from sin and its eternal consequences. The Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, quoted Mutfwang as speaking during the Christmas Service held at COCIN II Ampang West […] The post Mutfwang celebrates Christmas with rural folks, calls for reflection on Christ’s birth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 hours ago Christmas: “Bad Govt Shouldn’t Be Excuse To Do Wrong” – Bishop Kukah Tells Christians

The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has appealed to Nigerians that challenges facing the country should not be the reason for engaging in wrong things. Bishop Kukah noted that despite hardship, caused by bad government, Christians should always remember that they are light of the world. Speaking in his Christmas message on Wednesday, […] The post Christmas: “Bad Govt Shouldn’t Be Excuse To Do Wrong” – Bishop Kukah Tells Christians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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