The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, (IBEDC) and its outsourcing firm to renegotiate the mass sacking of its 3,000 workers. Oyo State Comptroller in the ministry, Mr Festus Igbinosun gave the directive at the end of a meeting between the management […]

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From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   Abia State Government said it was going to train 11,200 teachers who will build confidence, foster innovation and usher in transformation in the education sector, leveraging on its launched AbiaFIRST programme. Commisioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Goodluck Ubochi who stated this while briefing newsmen in Umuahia said the state […] The post Abia trains over 11,000 teachers for her innovative education programme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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More than 280,000 Canadians have signed a petition asking Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to strip US tech mogul Elon Musk of his Canadian citizenship for acting against Canada’s national interest. Launched on February 20, the parliamentary petition claimed that Musk, the head of United States President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has “become […]

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From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has distributed foodstuffs and financial assistance to Imams, their deputies and Mu’adhins across the state to support them during the holy month of Ramadan. Governor Ahmed Aliyu, who flagged off the distribution ceremony, announced that each Imam would receive five bags of maize and N100,000, while their […] The post Sokoto distributes foodstuffs and financial assistance to islamic leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Movement for the Survival of Ogoni People (MOSOP) has petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the alleged selective approach by the consultative team set up by Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) to interface with all facets of Ogoni society for possible oil resumption. President of MOSOP, Fegalo Nsuke, who signed the petition said the […] The post NSA’s team avoiding issues of Ogoni development, MOSOP petitions Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Tribune Online US: Musk’s Starlink secures FAA contract for IT network upgrade The move has raised fresh concerns over potential conflicts of interest involving SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, who also serves in the Trump administration as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he has advocated for deep cuts in federal spending, including at the FAA. US: Musk’s Starlink secures FAA contract for IT network upgrade Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst The Senate on Tuesday, directed its Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions to investigate what it called “disorderly conduct” of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on the floor of the house last week, asking the panel to turn in a report within three weeks. Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst Tribune Online

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The Senate has referred the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, following a dispute over seat allocation in the red chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, was given two weeks to investigate Natasha’s conduct and report back on its findings. The resolution was reached […]

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The Senate has referred Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions for disciplinary review following a dispute over seating arrangements in the chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, has been given two weeks to investigate the matter and submit its findings. The decision was reached after a voice Read More

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A group known as the Kaduna State Illegally Disengaged Teachers Forum, has appealed to Governor Uba Sani to consider paying all their entitlements immediately. The teachers who were sacked in 2017 under Governor Nasiru El-Rufai’s administration, said they’re facing untold hardship to date, hence their decision to come out and appeal to Governor Uba Sani. Read More

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Tribune Online FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has announced that the country is investing $2 billion on 90,000 kilometres of submarine cable as a move to strengthen internet connectivity and enhance its target of achieving a $1 trillion economy. FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister Tribune Online

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Former Abia State Governor and current Senator for Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to officially recognise the late Chief MKO Abiola as one of Nigeria’s past presidents. Kalu suggested that Abiola’s portrait should be placed alongside those of other former leaders at the Presidential Villa as a sign of Read More

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Tribune Online 7,000 dead since January in DR Congo conflict, PM Suminwa reveals Since January, approximately 7,000 people have died in the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the Prime Minister of the DRC, Judith Suminwa, who spoke at a high-level meeting of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on Monday. 7,000 dead since January in DR Congo conflict, PM Suminwa reveals Tribune Online

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The Federal Government has received the first batch of 2,000 tractors and 9,027 other farming equipment from Belarus as part of efforts to enhance mechanised farming and accelerate food production across the country. The Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, confirmed the development in a video posted on X.com on Tuesday. […]

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme to equip 6,000 selected senior secondary school teachers across the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative, organised by the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), seeks to integrate AI into the educational system, enhancing teaching […]

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Tribune Online Crypto: Bitcoin slips below $90,000 as Bybit hack deepens woes Despite an initial wave of appointments of crypto-friendly officials earlier this year, investors have seen little in the way of concrete developments to drive prices higher. Crypto: Bitcoin slips below $90,000 as Bybit hack deepens woes Tribune Online

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Tribune Online NNPC Shipping, others sign joint venture to boost Nigeria’s maritime transport The joint venture partners will create a new company whose objective is to provide top-quality, reliable and efficient maritime transport. NNPC Shipping, others sign joint venture to boost Nigeria’s maritime transport Tribune Online

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From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi   The First Wife of Kebbi State, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, has urged small-scale business beneficiaries who received grants to make proper use of the funds to boost their businesses.  Hajiya Zainab gave this advice during the disbursement of ₦20,000 to 2,000  small-scale business women in Zuru Emirate, as […] The post Kebbi First Lady doles out N40m to 2,000 women petty traders in Zuru Emirate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have arrested a woman allegedly involved in an Automated Teller Machine debit card swap fraud worth over ₦500,000 in Port Harcourt. The police, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday by the command’s spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, identified the suspect as 35-year-old Blessing Oleru. Iringe-Koko said her Read More

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Tribune Online Study, work permits at risk: What travelers need to know about new Canada visa rules Canada has introduced significant immigration policy changes, granting border officials expanded powers to cancel study permits, work permits, and visitor visas. The new regulations, which took effect on January 31, 2025, are raising concerns among international travellers, particularly Indian students and workers. Under the revised Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, Canadian border officials now have […] Study, work permits at risk: What travelers need to know about new Canada visa rules Tribune Online

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