31 minutes ago SWAN commends Sokoto governor for appointing new commissioner for sports

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for appointing Engineer Mustapha Mohammed as the new Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development. SWAN described the appointment as a clear demonstration of the governor’s determination to revolutionise the sports sector in the state. […] The post SWAN commends Sokoto governor for appointing new commissioner for sports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 hours ago Undervalued entrepreneurs with disabilities face more struggles amid customer bias

Whenever Maxwell Matthew has a photography gig, what should be a simple job becomes an uphill battle, requiring meticulous planning and coordination . Unlike most other photographers who can hit the road with ease,  Mathew must grapple with unique challenges that test his resolve every step of the way. It wasn’t always like this for Read More

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22 hours ago Lawyer Alleges Burna Boy Using Influence To Prolong Speed Darlington’s Detention Despite Court Order

Stan Alieke, the lawyer representing rapper Speed Darlington, has accused singer Burna Boy of leveraging his influence to keep his client in police detention, despite a court order for his release. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, Alieke alleged that powerful individuals were involved in the case. He argued that if Burna Boy believed […] The post Lawyer Alleges Burna Boy Using Influence To Prolong Speed Darlington’s Detention Despite Court Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Nigeria’s sovereignty is threatened by internal crises — Ambassador Sheni

Tribune Online Nigeria’s sovereignty is threatened by internal crises — Ambassador Sheni Ambassador Danjuma Nanpon Sheni, a career diplomat who retired as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served Nigeria as ambassador in some foreign countries, is currently the National President, Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of Natives (PIDAN). In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, Ambassador Sheni speaks on Nigeria’s foreign policy, relationship […] Nigeria’s sovereignty is threatened by internal crises — Ambassador Sheni Tribune Online

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5 hours ago 2024: Deaths, feud and heartbreaks that defined the year for Nigerian celebrities

Tribune Online 2024: Deaths, feud and heartbreaks that defined the year for Nigerian celebrities In the vibrant world of Nigerian showbiz, where creativity intertwines with perseverance and ambition often faces formidable challenges, 2024 came as a striking reflection of the indomitable spirits of its stars. Amid an economic downturn that left no sector untouched, the creative industry faced a year of trials that pushed its trailblazers to their limits […] 2024: Deaths, feud and heartbreaks that defined the year for Nigerian celebrities Tribune Online

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6 hours ago NDDC emboldened by N1.9trn 2024 approved budget to commission more projects in February 2025

The N1.9trn 2024 budget of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has been approved and this seems to embolden the read more NDDC emboldened by N1.9trn 2024 approved budget to commission more projects in February 2025

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8 hours ago 2024: Nigerians face untold hardship as more citizens plunge into poverty

Tribune Online 2024: Nigerians face untold hardship as more citizens plunge into poverty AS the year 2024 is winding down, the situation faced by the citizens can only be described as precarious, as many of them faced untold hardships right from the first day of the year till today, Sunday, just as the citizens are yet to find their bearings as a result of the various policies of […] 2024: Nigerians face untold hardship as more citizens plunge into poverty Tribune Online

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8 hours ago Insistence on integrity, value engineering cost me clients who wanted to cut corners –Adedo

By Enyeribe Ejiogu   At various times, there have incidents of building collapse, often traceable to use of substandard materials, poor structural engineering, greed and sharp practices, whereby the developers/clients and the contractors hired by them collude and cut corners while executing the projects. In this interview, Engr Olalekan Adedo, chief executive of Black Diamond […] The post Insistence on integrity, value engineering cost me clients who wanted to cut corners –Adedo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage

Tribune Online 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage Primate Elijah Ayodele is the founder and spiritual head of Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos. In this interview, the popular seer speaks on what Nigeria and the world should expect in 2025 and beyond. LET’S start with your general outlook for 2025. What do you foresee? The year 2025 will be a critical one for […] 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage Tribune Online

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17 hours ago Web3Bay to Soar 6430% from $0.003 to $0.1959: A Clear Win Over Solana’s $250 & AVAX’s Developments?

In the bustling world of cryptocurrencies, Solana and Avalanche are making waves with their notable advancements in scalability and DeFi capabilities. Solana, with its rebound to $201 thanks to recent network upgrades and growing institutional interest, is poised to potentially hit $250. On the other hand, Avalanche is enhancing its ecosystem with subnets, further cementing Read More

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18 hours ago Sokoto gov signs N526bn 2025 budget into law, promises developmental projects

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has signed the 2025 appropriation bill into law, reiterating his commitment to delivering more developmental projects and improving the lives of citizens across the state. Aliyu, speaking during the signing ceremony on Friday, described the implementation of the 2024 budget as a resounding success, emphasising his administration’s resolve to Read More

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19 hours ago Pan Igbo youth group hails NNPCL, another over increased crude oil production

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Pan Igbo Development Youths group, Ndigbo Progressive Youth Coalition (NPYC), has commended the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Mele Kolo Kyari for ensuring the company increases the country’s crude oil production output. The group equally commended the Management of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria […] The post Pan Igbo youth group hails NNPCL, another over increased crude oil production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 hours ago Food security, economic development my priority, says new MD of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Authority

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The newly appointed Managing Director of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has said that his leadership will focus on improving food security and economic development in Northern Nigeria. In a letter of gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Bichi insisted that he would leverage the authority’s […] The post Food security, economic development my priority, says new MD of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Authority appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 hours ago Minister inaugurates 300KVA transformer to boost power supply in Enugu

Pledges more people-oriented projects By Adewale Sanyaolu As part of efforts to support rural electrification and community development, foremost downstream player in the oil and gas sector/ Chief Executive Officer of Second Coming Nigeria Limited, Dr.Basil Ogbuanu, on Saturday donated a 300KVA transformer in Onu-Orie, Obuno autonomous Community in Akpugo within Nkanu West Local Government […] The post Minister inaugurates 300KVA transformer to boost power supply in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 hours ago ‘Grassroot communities in Northern Nigeria facing significant marginalisation’

Tribune Online ‘Grassroot communities in Northern Nigeria facing significant marginalisation’ A civil society activist, Mohammed Chiroma Hassan, has asserted that communities at the grassroots level in Northern Nigeria are often faced with significant marginalisation, including lack of access to government resources and exclusion from decision-making processes. He made the assertion while facilitating the empowerment of various community members in Bauchi with essential skills to promote […] ‘Grassroot communities in Northern Nigeria facing significant marginalisation’ Tribune Online

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28 hours ago ‘My wife’s lover helped her to climb gate, jump into the compound after bringing her back home late’

Tribune Online ‘My wife’s lover helped her to climb gate, jump into the compound after bringing her back home late’ Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has adjourned until January 6, a divorce suit brought before it by a man, Alabi, against his wife, Asake, on the account of irresponsibility,  promiscuity, constant fight, violence and threat to his life. Alabi stated that his wife, who was loving and caring when his business was […] ‘My wife’s lover helped her to climb gate, jump into the compound after bringing her back home late’ Tribune Online

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29 hours ago Apologise or face legal action, Mohbad’s brother tells Yomi Fabiyi, others

Adura, younger brother of the late singer, Ileri-Oluwa Aloba, otherwise known as Mohbad, yesterday sought a public apology from actor Yomi Fabiyi, Damola Ayinde and others for allegedly having unauthorized access to his personal tiktok account and using same to disrepute him. Adura made this known during an encounter with journalists in Lagos, where he […] The post Apologise or face legal action, Mohbad’s brother tells Yomi Fabiyi, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 hours ago ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment

Tribune Online ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment SUBAIR MOHAMMED writes on the alleged extortion racket involving Lagos landlords and a government agency. RESIDENTS of Apapa Road in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area of Lagos State have accused the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) of allegedly colluding with some influential individuals to forcibly evacuate and demolish buildings which they occupy as tenants. […] ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment Tribune Online

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31 hours ago From Lagos to Tulsa: Abisoye Ajayi’s global fight for opportunity and inclusion

Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin is widely celebrated for her transformative work in women empowerment, social entrepreneurship and economic development. Her impact is read more From Lagos to Tulsa: Abisoye Ajayi’s global fight for opportunity and inclusion

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