1 hour ago Babangida’s book insightful journey on Nigeria’s political evolution – Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s political history, following his attendance at the presentation of former military President Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’. Fayemi, a known pro-democracy activist, took to his LinkedIn account on Saturday to reflect on the significance of the memoir and its impact Read More

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2 h. ago Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, has said that all 31 requests submitted for States creation read more Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

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3 h. ago Insecurity: Gov Mutfwang Signs Executive Order To Suspend Illegal Mining In Plateau

Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has signed Executive Order 001 of 2025, suspending all illegal mining activities across the state in a move to protect the environment, address security challenges, and safeguard the well-being of citizens. The governor made this announcement during a stakeholder engagement held at the Twin Theatre, New Government House, Jos, […]

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3 h. ago Approval of expatriate quota, citizenship applications now under Minister of Interior

The Federal Ministry of Interior (FMI) has granted exclusive approval rights to the Honourable Minister and the Permanent Secretary. read more Approval of expatriate quota, citizenship applications now under Minister of Interior

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4 h. ago Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB

Former Nigerian Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, has broken his silence on the infamous murder of journalist Dele Giwa, which occurred on October 19, 1986. In his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Babangida denies any involvement in the assassination, instead attributing it to “booby traps and acts of destabilisation” targeted at his administration. Giwa, […] The post Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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5 h. ago Diversification: FG Seeks China’s Cooperation To Strengthen Economy

The federal government is seeking the assistance of the People’s Republic of China in the diversification of its economy, especially relating to industrialisation. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu disclosed this in her office in Abuja, when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, paid her a courtesy visit, a statement issued […]

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6 h. ago Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law

Tribune Online Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law According to him, "the President is a true democrat with huge democratic credentials, submitting that his administration has all along been very supportive and collaborative with the federal government." Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law Tribune Online

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6 h. ago FG to employ health workers, engage diaspora to curb japa syndrome – Minister

The Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, said on Friday that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to providing adequate and qualitative healthcare delivery for all Nigerians. The minister disclosed that part of the Federal Government’s plan to tackle the challenge of brain drain in the health sector is to recruit more health professionals Read More

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7 h. ago Emefiele disowns forfeited assets, says property belong to relative

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has denied the ownership of some funds and property forfeited to the Federal Government on the order of the Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, and Read More

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7 h. ago Free Zones Taxes: Nigeria Risks Losing $200bn FDIs, 600,000 Jobs, NACCIMA Warns

Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has warned that Nigeria risks losing over $200 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) from the country if the federal government’s implements the proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The chamber also warned that the decision could jeopardise more […]

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9 h. ago Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received

Tribune Online Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received •Property transactions in Lagos have been greatly hindered by activities of the omo-onile, ajagungbale —Attorney General•Epe community invokes ancestral spirits against land grabbers, forms local task force DAYO AYEYEMI reports the increased onslaught of task force against the assault of land grabbers. THE menace of land grabbers is as old as modern Lagos, hurting property […] Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received Tribune Online

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9 h. ago After Ban On Suspects’ Parade, CSOs, Lawyers Move Against Torture

Following the recent ban on the public parade of suspects by law enforcement agencies, some lawyers and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the country have called on the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to extend the measure to torture and other human rights violations in the justice system. They said that Nigeria […]

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10 h. ago FG To Harness N33trn Revenue Potential In Livestock – Minister

The federal government has unveiled measures to rejig the livestock sector to harness its full potential and check wastages in the industry. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, who gave account of his stewardship yesterday in Abuja, said the ministry had begun the implementation of major reforms in the sector to harness its N33 […]

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10 h. ago Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Government has demoted two engineers in the civil service of the state effective from January 1, 2024, for allegedly issuing certificates of job completion on road projects that were yet to be completed. Gabriel Evuarhere, one of the affected officers was demoted from his position as deputy director to […] The post Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Olubunmi Kuku shines as star girl of the Tinubu administration as new board arrives

When Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the APC national chairman, was appointed chairman of the board of the Federal Airport Authority of read more Olubunmi Kuku shines as star girl of the Tinubu administration as new board arrives

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10 h. ago Livestock Ministry targets $74bn contribution to GDP by 2035

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha said his ministry would expand the livestock sector’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contribution from $32 billion to $74 billion by 2035. Speaking at a ministerial press briefing yesterday in Abuja, Maiha said the aim is to position the ministry as a key player in both domestic […] The post Livestock Ministry targets $74bn contribution to GDP by 2035 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six

Tribune Online Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual •As court remands suspect in prison EKITI State government on Friday appreciated and rewarded a herbalist, Adesua Ifafemi, for his role in the arrest of a 23-year-old boy who wanted to use his sister’s six-year-old son for ritual. Saturday Tribune gathered that the suspect identified as Solomon Fabiyi was arrested by men of the state […] Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Prof. Rakson emerges VC, Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru

From Abdulfatai Abdulsalam, Sokoto The Governing Board of the Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, has approved the appointment of Prof Ibrahim Rakson Muhammad as the Vice Chancellor of the university for a five-year tenure.  Briefing newsmen at the university in Zuru, the Council Secretary and Registrar, Abdulaziz Yusuf Bazata, stated that the Governing Board conducted […] The post Prof. Rakson emerges VC, Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Tariff hike: Committee meeting stalled as NLC alleges betrayal

The committee set up by the Federal Government to review the tariff structure by telecommunication companies has not met since its inauguration, Saturday PUNCH learnt. The committee which is made up of 10 members of equal numbers from the Nigeria Labour Congress and Federal Government was meant to come up with recommendations two weeks after Read More

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