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[description] => The Nigerian government has called for innovative solutions and strengthened international cooperation to address urgent urban development challenges during the opening session of the first session of the 2025 UN-Habitat executive board meeting in Nairobi. Speaking on behalf of Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Nigeria’s minister of Housing and Urban Development and current chair of the UN-Habitat […]
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[description] => Tribune Online Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu • I have never met him, I had no transaction with him • Money transfer allegation aimed at sacking Lagos gov Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar reacted to reports linking him to a secret funding arrangement by the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, ahead of the 2023 presidential election, declaring that he has […] Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu Tribune Online
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[description] => A frontline activist, Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Okonkwo, has threatened to sue the Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, over the proposed demolition of Afor Nnobi Market, at Nnobi community in Idemili South Local Government Area of the State. Okonkwo, who is a prominent son of the Nnobi community, issued the threat in a statement released electronically […] The post Activist threatens to sue Governor Soludo over proposed market demolition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri has issued warning to some youths in the state that any attempt to stage protest against Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesome Wike will be resisted. Diri insisted that political jobbers, planning to import Rivers State crisis into his state will be resisted. The Governor, while speaking during the […] The post Rivers Crisis: Gov Diri Warns Bayelsa Youths Against Planned Protest Against Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.
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[description] => From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Government has reiterated its commitment to partnering with President Bola Tinubu’s administration to advance the state’s development. The Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, at a news conference in Asaba, yesterday, said the state government was keen on strengthening its relationship with federal […] The post We’re not averse to partnering Tinubu’s administration –Delta govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a landmark development for gender representation in Nigeria’s banking sector, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that women now constitute 35 percent of its directors and half of its Non-Executive Board. This, according to the apex bank, indicate a strategic push towards gender-balanced leadership under Governor Olayemi Cardoso. […] The post Cardoso champions gender equity as women hold 35% of CBN’s director positions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => The Abia State House of Assembly Joint Committee on Education, Public Petition, and Judiciary has directed all parties involved in the dispute over high school fees at Government College, Umuahia, to maintain the status quo pending the resolution of the petition. This is the sequel to a petition by Mr Chukwudi Onwudinanti against Fisher Education Read More
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[description] => The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has affirmed his administration’s commitment to developing a competitive public education system, ensuring that Lagos State schools rival the best globally. He said the government was working towards achieving this goal through its continuous investment in upgrading and providing modern school infrastructure. Sanwo-Olu gave this commitment during the commissioning Read More
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[description] => The Kwara State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Bata has said that local government councils in the state have gone beyond the mere routine payment of salaries in the state. Bata, who inspected projects in five local government areas in the South Senatorial zone of the state, said that Read More
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[description] => The All Progressives Congress, Anambra State chapter, has advised Governor Chukwuma Soludo not to be carried away by the praises recently showered on him by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. According to the APC, Umahi’s commendation for Soludo was merely a political statement, which did not reflect the true situation on the ground. Umahi Read More
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[title] => FG allocates N10bn for commercial agriculture in 10 varsities
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[description] => The Federal Government has earmarked N10bn to commence commercial agricultural activities in 10 Nigerian universities. The initiative is to boost agricultural research and food security in the country. The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Trust Fund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this on Thursday, during the inauguration of the Agricultural and BIOS systems engineering building constructed by TETFund Read More
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[title] => 32 children hospitalised as Sokoto communities battle strange disease
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[description] => A mysterious illness has struck communities within the Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State, infecting at least 32 children. The disease is characterised by severe stomach swelling and intense body pain, raising concerns among residents. Local sources report that the illness was spreading among children and teenagers, though its cause remained unknown. In response Read More
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[title] => Rivers Elders, N’Delta groups slam Ibas for sacking Fubara’s appointees
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[description] => The Ijaw National Congress and the Rivers State Elders and Leaders Council have slammed the sole administrator of the state, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) following his suspension of appointees of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Also, the IIjaw Youths Council has said the action of the sole administrator including the demanding g for the records of Read More
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[title] => Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities
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[description] => Tribune Online Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities Residents of the Songbe community in Ejigbo South Local Council Development Area of Osun State have called on the state government to provide them with basic infrastructural amenities that would make life meaningful. Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities Tribune Online
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[title] => US lawmaker urges Tinubu to establish Nigerian consulate in Chicago
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[description] => A member of the US Congress, Danny Davis, has written to President Bola Tinubu, urging the Nigerian government to establish a consulate in Chicago, Illinois, to serve the needs of Nigerians residing in the Midwest states. Davis argued that the initiative would benefit both Nigeria and the US, particularly Chicago, by boosting trade, investment, and Read More
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[title] => Rivers NLC threatens strike over unpaid LG workers’ salaries, minimum wage
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[description] => The leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress in Rivers State has decried the non-payment of salaries of local government workers in the state since February. The NLC threatened that if the LG workers’ salaries were not paid along with that of March by the end of the month, it would have no choice but to Read More
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[description] => Tribune Online FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger The Federal government has condemned the shooting of an Immigration officer by a Chinese businessman in Minna, Niger state, warning that the incident might cause a major diplomatic row because no Nigerian should be ill-treated for doing legitimate duty in their land. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who was visibly angry over the incident, […] FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger Tribune Online
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[description] => Tribune Online New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson The Osun State government has refuted reports claiming that the agreement brokered by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, between Thors Exploration Limited and the State Government was based on a report of a 12-man investigative committee. The state government, in a statement on Thursday signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor […] New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson Tribune Online
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[description] => The House of Representatives on Thursday passed through a second reading a Bill for an Act to provide for the Office of the Prime Minister as Head of Government and the Office of President as Head of State and to provide for a framework for the mode of election to the said Offices and for Read More
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[title] => Kwara court sentences three artisans to death for killing mechanic
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[description] => A Kwara State High Court, sitting in Ilorin, has sentenced three artisans to death by hanging for the murder of a fellow mechanic, Saheed Lawal, in Offa Local Government Area of the state. The convicts, Isiaka Jimoh, Lekan Ahmed, and Adebayo Saheed, were found guilty of culpable homicide after they tortured Lawal to death over Read More
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[title] => Tinubu approves four new members to NCDMB governing council
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[description] => From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of four new members to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), filling existing vacancies and strengthening the board’s capacity. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the approved nominees are […] The post Tinubu approves four new members to NCDMB governing council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => Tribune Online Cardoso Women constitute 35% of CBN’s directors, half of non-executive board – Cardoso Speaking at the grand finale of the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations at the CBN Head Office, Governor Olayemi Cardoso reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to gender-balanced leadership, noting that the rise of women in key positions reflects a global shift towards inclusive governance. Cardoso Women constitute 35% of CBN’s directors, half of non-executive board – Cardoso Tribune Online
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[description] => A former governor of Ogun State and senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel and Governor Dapo Abiodun clashed on Thursday over allegations of neglect and underfunding of tertiary institutions in the state. In an open letter to Abiodun, which went viral on Thursday, Daniel criticised the recent takeover of the state-owned Tai Solarin University of Read More
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[description] => Tribune Online FG considers use of drones for air safety navigation checks in Nigeria The Federal Government on Thursday welcomed the deployment of drones for air safety navigation checks in Nigeria. FG considers use of drones for air safety navigation checks in Nigeria Tribune Online
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[description] => Tribune Online Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has clarified his position on the application of Sharia law, insisting that his administration would not act contrary to the Constitution regarding its reported implementation in some Southwestern states. Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Tribune Online
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[description] => The federal government has welcomed the deployment of drones for airspace safety navigation checks across Nigeria. The minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo, stated this at a workshop on ‘Navaid Drone; advancement in air navigation and safety’ in Abuja on Thursday. While speaking at a workshop, Keyamo said, “it is my absolute pleasure […]
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[description] => The Kano State Police Command has returned the sum of N4,850,000 recovered ransom paid in a recent kidnapping incident to its rightful owner. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa said the victim, a resident of Zakirai Town in Gabasawa local government area, was abducted on March […]
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[description] => The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria has vehemently rejected a proposed bill seeking to convert 37 Local Council Development Areas in Lagos State into full-fledged Local Government Areas. In a statement issued on Thursday in Kaduna, the NYCN National President, Isah Abubakar, described the proposed bill as ” unjust and a threat to the principles Read More
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[description] => Bisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, the eldest child of the late former Oyo State governor, Abiola Ajimobi, has died. According to DAILY POST, Bisola, who was married to Kolapo Kola-Daisi, died on Thursday at the age of 42. Reports indicate that she took her last breath in the United Kingdom. READ MORE: VeryDarkMan Accuses EFCC Of Extorting […] The post Late Governor Ajimobi’s First Child, Bisola, Passes Away In UK appeared first on Information Nigeria.
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[description] => Tribune Online Delta govt expresses concern over nursing students’ conduct during Tinubu’s wife’s visit "So we needed to clarify the situation. Once again, we express our gratitude to the President, his wife, and supportive Nigerians, while reiterating our commitment to good governance in Delta through the MORE Agenda." Delta govt expresses concern over nursing students’ conduct during Tinubu’s wife’s visit Tribune Online
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[description] => Tribune Online FG approves N10bn to commence commercial agricultural activities The Federal Government has earmarked N10 billion to commence commercial agricultural activities in ten Nigerian universities. FG approves N10bn to commence commercial agricultural activities Tribune Online
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[description] => Students under the umbrella of the National Association of Nigerian Students, Ondo State chapter, took to the streets on Thursday to protest the worsening insecurity in the state. The demonstrators, primarily from Owo Polytechnic, blocked Oba Adesida Road near the “A” Division in Akure, chanting “Enough is enough” and demanding urgent government intervention. The students Read More
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[description] => Despite various government policies aimed at empowering women financially, significant gender gaps remain in Nigeria’s financial inclusion landscape, activist and Connected Development founder, Hamzat Lawal, has said. Speaking during a webinar on Thursday hosted by the PUNCH Media Foundation to mark International Women’s Day 2025, Lawal noted that while Nigeria has a National Financial Inclusion Read More
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[description] => …pegs age limit at 60, raises education status to university degree …rescinds bill to strip vice-president, governors immunity in office read more Reps pass bill to amend requirements for election as president, governor
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[description] => From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has rescinded its decision on a bill to strip the Vice President, governors and deputy governors of immunity from civil and criminal prosecution. The House rescinded its decision on the bill, which was passed for second reading, on Wednesday, following a motion by the House […] The post Reps to revisit proposal for removal of immunity for VP, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => The House of Representatives on Thursday rescinded action on the passage, through the second reading, of a bill to qualify the immunity conferred on the president and remove the one for the vice president, state governors and their deputies. The House also reversed the second reading of a bill to review death penalty law to […]
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[description] => Tribune Online Jigawa govt, Islamic Development Bank launch desert irrigation scheme In an effort to control rural-urban migration and reduce abject poverty among the people, the Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank, has embarked on a desert irrigation farming scheme in the Niger/Nigeria border local government areas of the state. Jigawa govt, Islamic Development Bank launch desert irrigation scheme Tribune Online
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[description] => Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has inaugurated a model Primary Health Centre in Utu Ikot Okpo, Etim-Ekpo Local read more Eno expands medicare access, inaugurates model primary health centre
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[description] => Former governorship candidates of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) have defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), pledging their support for the party’s vision ahead of the 2027 elections. The defectors include notable figures such as Emiyare Etete (Rivers), Elder Chris Agu (Enugu), and Capt. Ahmed Kaugama (Jigawa). They were received by SDP National Chairman, […] The post SDP Welcomes Former PRP Governorship Candidates Ahead Of 2027 Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.
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[description] => Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has ordered the immediate establishment of three holding camps to provide shelter and relief read more Adeleke establishes camps for victims of Osun communities’ conflict
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[description] => The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to investigate the excessive use of explosives by quarry companies nationwide and especially in the Federal Capital Territory. The House took the decision on Thursday after adopting a motion of urgent public importance brought before it during plenary by the member representing Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency, Read More
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[description] => Operatives of Ekiti State Police Command have apprehended one Victor Lorjaal for allegedly killing his mother and sister at Aba Ile Camp in Itaji-Ekiti, Oye local government area of the state. The suspect reportedly murdered his mother, Mrs Victoria Lorjaal, and his elder sister, Brenda Lorjaal with a machete while they were on the farm […]
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[title] => AfCFTA: Nigeria Moves To Expand Digital Trade, Courts Global Partners
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[description] => The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating digital trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), urging global partners to support its efforts in expanding market access and economic growth. Speaking on Thursday at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Aid for Trade Session in Geneva, Switzerland, Special Assistant to the President on […]
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[description] => From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja From May 1, 2025, Federal Government will begin to take stock of all expatriates and foreigners working in Nigeria under the expatriate administration system with a view to prosecuting those that violated the immigration laws. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at the stakeholders’ sensitisation workshop on […] The post FG to take stock of expatriates in Nigeria, prosecute immigration offenders from May 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => Nigeria’s government is preoccupied. Policymakers are drafting reforms, politicians are negotiating power, and institutions are working to stabilize an economy read more Floods in the South, heatwaves in the North expose Nigeria’s climate crisis
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[description] => The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the alleged abuse of tax incentives, waivers, and exemptions, which has reportedly cost the Federal Government an estimated N8trn in lost revenue. The decision followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by a member representing Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency, Osun State, Oluwole Oke, Read More
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[description] => A bill to provide for the office of the Prime Minister as head of government and the office of the President as head of state has passed second reading in the House of Representatives. The bill to alter the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, is among 32 Constitution amendment […] The post Reps: Bill to create office of Prime Minister scales second reading appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Federal Government and Oyo State Government have commended Planet 3R, an integrated waste recycling and manufacturing firm, for its initiative in empowering 97 youths in Oyo State through a waste-to-wealth program. Speaking at the Transform West Africa Project’s product demonstration and certification ceremony in Ibadan, Commissioner for Environment […] The post FG, Oyo gov’t applaud Planet 3R for empowering 97 youths through recycling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu OBJ, who is criticizing President Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspending the governor and the assembly, has forgotten that in May 2004, he declared a state of emergency in Plateau State and suspended both Gov. Joshua Dariye and the state assembly, appointing Gen. Chris Ali (Rtd) as sole administrator. He also did the same thing in Ekiti State. Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu Tribune Online
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[description] => Lagos, Nigeria – March 20, 2025: In a landmark event at the Lagos Business School (LBS), renowned governance expert and read more Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, SAN unveils revolutionary corporate governance model at Lagos Business School public lecture
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[description] => The Edo State Police Command on Thursday said a suspect, simply known as ‘Biggy’ has been taken into custody over his alleged involvement in assaulting a gas station attendant and destruction of dispense machines at Ewato community in Esan South East local government area of the state. Spokesperson of the Command, DSP Moses Yamu who […]
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[description] => The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism with the discovery and deactivation of three illegal refining sites in Oteghele, a community in the Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. Personnel from the Forward Operating Base Escravos carried out the operation on March 24 as part of Read More
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[description] => Twenty-four hours after passing for second reading two bills to review the death penalty law and removal of immunity for the Offices of the Vice President, governors, and deputy governors, the House of Representatives has rescinded decisions on the proposed legislation. The resolution of the House was disclosed at a plenary session on Thursday by Read More
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[description] => President Bola Tinubu on Thursday approved the nomination of four new members to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Content read more Tinubu nominates four new members for Nigerian Content Board
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[description] => In the corporate governance literature, there is relatively little discussion about the corporate secretary, a key information intermediary for the read more Do legal risks rise when the corporate secretary is also the chief legal officer?
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[description] => From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Oyo State government has announced that the 2025 International Trade Fair, EXPOYO 2025, will play a pivotal role in driving economic growth while showcasing the state’s rich agricultural potential. The Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives, and Industry, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi, disclosed that the trade fair will be held […] The post EXPOYO 2025: Oyo Int’l Trade Fair poised to boost economic Growth – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => The remains of a female real estate agent, known as Esther Osaze, was found on Wednesday in the Ibusa community, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. Esther was kidnapped on Monday while returning from the estate site with her colleagues. Reports indicate that Esther was with three colleagues when she was abducted, while […] The post Kidnapped Female Estate Agent Found Dead, Blindfolded In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.
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[description] => Tribune Online Gbenga Daniel knocks Abiodun’s govt over FG’s acquisition of TASUED In an open letter dated 18 March 2025, addressed to Governor Abiodun, Daniel questioned why the state government could not sustain the institution and other state-owned tertiary institutions despite a budget exceeding one trillion naira. Gbenga Daniel knocks Abiodun’s govt over FG’s acquisition of TASUED Tribune Online
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[description] => A prominent Islamic preacher, Alfa Mohammed Ali Eyonbo Anabi, on Saturday recalled how the mother of the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, assured the people of the state shortly after his assumption of office in 2019 that his son will deliver on his mandate. Eyonbo Anabi expressed delight that the governor’s mother assertion that AbdulRazaq […]
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[description] => Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State blamed the communal crisis in Ifon Osun, Ilobu, and Erin Osun for distorting historical facts. Speaking at a two-day workshop on historical methodology at Adeleke University, Ede, to explore the diverse approaches and techniques that shape human understanding of history, the governor, who was represented by the Commissioner in […]
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[description] => Lagos State government, through the State Health Management Agency, on Wednesday launched a new initiative, Ilera Eko Cooperatives, under the state health scheme to make healthcare affordable for indigent residents. Ilera Eko is a Health Insurance scheme by the state government for all residents irrespective of status, class, ethnicity or sex. The permanent Secretary of […]
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[description] => Sokoto State government said it would hold supervising engineers responsible for any shoddy job that was executed during the ongoing renovation of some schools across the state. Deputy Governor Idris Mohammed Gobir stated this after inspecting ongoing renovation work at Nagarta College and Government Girls College, Sokoto. Alhaji Idris Gobir, therefore, ordered engineers to direct the […]
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[description] => Tribune Online FG lauds former WMO Secretary General, Professor Obasi on weather forecast education globally The Federal Government has commended a former Secretary General of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), Professor Olu Patrick Obasi for his immense contributions toward weather forecast education in Nigeria and globally. Speaking in Abuja while celebrating the World Meteorological Day, the Director General of Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike, said the discussion on […] FG lauds former WMO Secretary General, Professor Obasi on weather forecast education globally Tribune Online
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[description] => The apex Niger Delta socio-political body, Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has urged President Bola Tinubu to recall Rivers State governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and State Assembly. The regional body, while commending the president for signing of the South-South Development Commission Bill into law, said the president should listen to the calls of Nigerians […]
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[description] => Tribune Online Align education projects with national priorities, FG tasks stakeholders THE Federal Government has appealed to stakeholders and all partners to align their projects and programmes with Nigeria’s priorities to address the country’s educational challenges. Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, made the call during a meeting with representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), where he commended the agency for its […] Align education projects with national priorities, FG tasks stakeholders Tribune Online
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[description] => The Federal Government’s recent decision to hike the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) levy in Federal Unity Colleges has sparked outrage among read more Parents decry over 100% hike in PTA levy at Federal Unity Colleges
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[description] => Seven governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have Instituted a suit before the Supreme Court of Nigeria, challenging the six months suspension of the Rivers State governor, Siminalaye Fubara. The governors of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara, are questioning what powers the President has to carry out such action (suspension). Mentioned […]
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[description] => The House of Representatives has passed through second reading, a bill to qualify the immunity conferred on the president, remove the one for the vice president, the governors and their deputies. Sponsored by Hon. Solomon Bob(PDP, Rivers), the proposed legislation seeks to curb corruption, eradicate impunity and enhance accountability in public office and related matters. […]
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[description] => Tribune Online FG directs NBTE on seamless mobilisation of HND graduates for NYSC THE Federal Government has directed the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to expedite action on the collation of data for eligible Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates from Polytechnics for mobilisation for the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, gave the directive to NBTE, following […] FG directs NBTE on seamless mobilisation of HND graduates for NYSC Tribune Online
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[description] => By Merit Ibe ibe.merit@yahoo.com The federal government, Germany, and industry stakeholders have strengthened their collaboration to drive innovation, investment, and sustainability in Nigeria’s agriculture and packaging industries, with a shared goal of […] The post FG, stakeholders unveil strategies to bolster food, packaging industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => By Merit Ibe Ekiti State Governor, Abiodun Oyebanji, has commended the partnership between Promasidor Nigeria and the Ekiti State Government, describing the Ikun Dairy Farm as a key success story of public-private collaboration. The governor gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to Promasidor’s Lagos head office and factory, as part of […] The post Ekiti Gov lauds Promasidor Nigeria as key development partner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => Tribune Online Agents petitions Police, demands arrest, prosecution of terminal operator The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has petitioned the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of the Maritime Police Command over alleged theft and criminal conversion of container Nos. FFAU 2082021; CAIU7022981; MSDU 7666283 by Ekko Premier Container and Allied Service. NAGAFF, in a statement signed recently by the National […] Agents petitions Police, demands arrest, prosecution of terminal operator Tribune Online
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[description] => Tribune Online ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers The Federal Government through the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has continued its advocacy for the formal designation of seafarers as key workers. This, the government explained, would ensure legal protection, and a harmonised framework between the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the International Maritime […] ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers Tribune Online
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[description] => Stakeholders of Ifa Ikot Akpan Etoi village in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State have petitioned the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, urging him to investigate the arrest and detention of residents by officers on trump-up allegations. In the petition, which was written through their lawyer, Ubong Peters Esq, a copy of Read More
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[description] => The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has raised the alarm over the recent Court of Appeal order granting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) the latitude to challenge a Federal High Court’s decision that had previously barred the prosecution of former Abia State Governor and senator, representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, over […] The post Kalu’s EFCC case: Ohanaeze alleges persecution of Igbo politicians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
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[description] => A non-governmental organisation, Search for Common Ground Nigeria has organised a four-day capacity-building programme to sensitise private security operatives on issues surrounding human rights violations. The programme, which began on Tuesday in Yenagoa is tagged: ‘Capacity Building To Private Security Actors On Voluntary Principles,’ and is aimed at fostering inclusive community security approaches to addressing Read More
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[description] => The Rivers State Police Command said its men have arrested four suspects including a native doctor and a teenage girl over their alleged involvement in the murder of two siblings who were drugged and slaughtered at the Ogbodo Pipeline area of Rukpokwu in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of the State. The police said one of Read More
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[description] => The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed for second reading a bill proposing a first degree as the minimum qualification for the position of local government chairman, among other provisions. The bill, one of 42 passed for second reading during Wednesday’s plenary, was sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, along with eight other lawmakers. Read More
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[description] => A leadership crisis in Ugbonla, a community in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, has resulted in the tragic killing of the assistant secretary of the community, Idowu Joel Lowo. PUNCH Metro learnt on Wednesday that hoodlums allegedly attacked Lowo with weapons, leading to his death, while the community’s Baale, Chief Adebowale Ebiwano, narrowly Read More
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