5 h. ago We’ve attracted $491m investments into CNG in one year – PCNGI Coordinator

The Programme Coordinator, Presidential CNG Initiative, Mr Michael Oluwagbemi, says over 491 million dollar investments have been attracted into AutoCNG, while more than 9,000 direct and 75,000 indirect jobs have been created in the last one year. Oluwagbemi stated this while addressing State House Correspondents on Monday. He said that the conversion capacity of vehicles Read More

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7 h. ago NNPC Foundation Flags Off Free Cataract Surgeries For Bayelsa Residents

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation in collaboration with the Bayelsa State government, on Monday, kicked off a free Cataract screening and extraction programme, targeting about 1,000 beneficiaries in Bayelsa State. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony at the Federal Medical Centre in Yenagoa, Managing Director of NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, said the […]

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10 h. ago 178,000 mothers, one million newborns die in Africa every year

The World Health Organisation of the African region said each year, an estimated 178,000 mothers and one million newborns die in the African region—many from preventable causes. The health body made this known on Monday in a release to commemorate World Health Day, celebrated on April 7 annually. This year’s campaign focuses on improving maternal Read More

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11 h. ago NNPC foundation offers 1,000 Bayelsans free cataract surgery

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Foundation has embarked on a free cataract screening and surgery programme to restore sight to over 1,000 persons in Bayelsa State. It took place on Monday at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, and the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, Okolobiri, in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Managing Director Read More

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12 h. ago World Health Day 2025 : First Lady seeks reduction in maternal, newborn deaths

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a heartfelt message on the occasion of World Health Day 2025, emphasising the critical importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi. Read More

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14 h. ago The implications of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs for Nigeria and Africa

A new trade shockwave When Donald Trump announced his plan to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries that levy higher duties read more The implications of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs for Nigeria and Africa

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21 h. ago Ekpo performs Ibesikpo CNG Plant groundbreaking, hails economic growth prospects

Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, at the weekend, performed the groundbreaking for Guelph Gas Limited’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Mother Station in Ibesikpo, Akwa Ibom State, noting that as the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources, Nigeria is poised to leverage its vast natural gas reserves to drive a just and equitable […] The post Ekpo performs Ibesikpo CNG Plant groundbreaking, hails economic growth prospects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Families lament as cases against dismissed policemen stall in court

Families of victims allegedly killed by dismissed policemen, Corporal Aremu Musiliu, and Inspector Dikko Usman, have expressed frustration at the delay in concluding the case against the officers. A mother of four, Mrs Comfort Udoh was allegedly shot and killed by Corporal Musiliu at Isheri Bus Stop when returning from church, while Inspector Usman was Read More

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23 h. ago 1,000 pupils for Lagos International Day for Sports – Commission

The Lagos State Sports Commission  has announced that over 1,000 students from selected primary and secondary schools across the state will participate in a three-day event to commemorate the 2025 International Day of Sports for Development and Peace. According to the Commission, the activities will include a debate, a competition, and an award ceremony, scheduled Read More

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23 h. ago RMB promotes investment opportunities in Nigeria via roadshows

Corporate and investment bank in Africa, Rand Merchant Bank, conducted a series of high-level meetings in Abuja as part of its West Africa investor roadshow. According to a statement from the investment bank, these meetings involved institutional investors, asset managers, and senior government officials, focusing on Nigeria’s macroeconomic landscape and investment prospects. Investment roadshows are Read More

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23 h. ago Africa’s real estate market projected to reach $17.64tn by 2025

Experts in the real estate sector have projected that Africa’s real estate market has the potential to reach $17.64tn by 2025. The Chief Executive Officer of Eximia Realty Co Ltd and a thought leader in real estate, Hakeem Ogunniran, made this assertion at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce Real Estate Summit recently in Lagos. The Read More

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24 h. ago Ribadu visits Jigawa gov, offers condolences for family losses

The National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, paid a condolence visit to Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, at the State Government House. The purpose of the visit was to offer his sympathies to the governor following the recent passing of his mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi, and his son, Abdulwahab Namadi. During the visit, held on Read More

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25 h. ago Autism awareness walk highlights early intervention, inclusion in Lagos

The annual Autism Awareness Walk, which was held on Saturday, emphasised the importance of early intervention, inclusion and empowerment for children with autism, organisers of the event said. Organised by a coalition of dedicated advocates, including Bolanle Adewole of The Learning Place Centre & The Learning Initiatives Africa; Dotun Akande of Patrick Speech and Language Read More

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27 h. ago Regulatory expertise key to transforming African healthcare – Expert

One of Africa’s foremost experts in regulatory affairs and healthcare compliance, Adaobi Okeke, has underscored the importance of regulatory expertise, stressing that effective regulatory strategy will not only transform healthcare delivery but also create pathways for innovation while ensuring patient safety. In a statement signed by Okeke and made available to PUNCH Online on Sunday, Read More

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27 h. ago VIDEO: I’m trying to generate money For kidnappers to release me, 2Baba pokes fun at ‘abduction’ rumours

Veteran Nigerian musician Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face or 2Baba, has finally responded to his mother’s claim that he was kidnapped. His reaction came a month after his mother in a controversial video on social media, alleged that the singer was missing and kidnapped without trace. Following her claims, the Idibia family filed a Read More

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27 h. ago Army arrests 43 oil thieves, destroys 14 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian Army, 6 Division said its operatives have arrested 43 suspected oil thieves and recovered 254,000 litres of stolen products in the Niger Delta region. The Army said a total of 14 illegal refineries were also destroyed, while 14 boats used for the illicit activity were destroyed. The Acting Deputy Director 6 Division Army Read More

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28 h. ago Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (GITFiC) has called on African nations to respond collectively to the sweeping reciprocal read more Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

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28 h. ago NTTF trains young talents for 2025 ITTF Africa Hopes Challenge

Twenty-five cadet table tennis players from across Nigeria have been rigorously training at the National Stadium in Lagos as part read more NTTF trains young talents for 2025 ITTF Africa Hopes Challenge

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32 h. ago Southern Kaduna celebrates as Senator Katung aids widows, orphans

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna Southern Kaduna buzzed with excitement over the weekend as Senator Sunday Marshall Katung marked his 64th birthday by donating food items and N11 million in cash to orphans, widows, and vulnerable people across Kaduna South Senatorial District. The event, held on Saturday, 5 April 2025, coincided with his mother’s birthday. Katung, […] The post Southern Kaduna celebrates as Senator Katung aids widows, orphans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim

Nigerian music star 2Baba has broken his silence over his mother’s viral claims that he was kidnapped, responding with humour during a recent performance. The buzz began after his family members, including his mother, Rose Idibia, raised concerns about his whereabouts—particularly as his ongoing divorce from actress Annie Idibia continues to make headlines. In a […] The post “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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