2 h. ago Lagos commuters lament crowded pedestrian bridge, seek govt intervention

A large crowd of commuters were on Monday sighted on an alternative pedestrian bridge in the Oshodi area of Lagos State. PUNCH Metro learnt this was due to the closure of the pedestrian bridge linking Oshodi Bus Terminals 2 and 3. The Lagos State Government had ordered the bridge’s immediate closure in January, citing concerns Read More

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5 h. ago Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance

Tribune Online Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance Borno State Government, in partnership with Oxfam International, has launched a $1.2 million project to promote inclusive governance and representation of marginalized groups in decision-making processes in two Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. Speaking at the launch, Samuel Lashom, Oxfam’s Project Coordinator in Nigeria, said the project aims to strengthen democratic principles and […] Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt

Tribune Online Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt "It is important to seek the assistance or support of the members of the public to help ASEPA and other agencies of government, for that matter, to monitor government assets." Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NELFUND disburses N372.28m loan to 2,973 UNILORIN students – VC

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, has said that 2,973 students of the institution have benefited from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund. According to the university’s bulletin released on Monday, Egbewole confirmed that Unilorin received two tranches of the loan, with ₦52,879,000 disbursed to 802 students in the first phase and Read More

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7 h. ago 2027: We won’t allow idle politicians to mislead people — Delta govt

Tribune Online 2027: We won’t allow idle politicians to mislead people — Delta govt According to him, because they do not have appointment at the moment, some persons who have been in government before have continuously progressed in error by looking for who to deceive. 2027: We won’t allow idle politicians to mislead people — Delta govt Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NELFUND disburses N372.28bn loan to 2,973 UNILORIN students – VC

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, has said that 2,973 students of the institution have benefited from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund. According to the university’s bulletin released on Monday, Egbewole confirmed that Unilorin received two tranches of the loan, with ₦52,879,000 disbursed to 802 students in the first phase and Read More

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7 h. ago 59 kidnapped victims certified fit to return home—Kaduna gov

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has announced that 59 kidnapped victims, who were recently released through the joint efforts of the Kaduna State Government, Office of the National Security Adviser, and Security Agencies, have been certified medically and psychologically fit to return to their families. The governor made this announcement on his verified Facebook handle Read More

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11 h. ago Indomie Shows Love with Scholarship Award to 100 JSS 3 Students  in  Kaduna

For many Junior Secondary School students in Kaduna State, February 19, 2025, will be remembered as a turning point in their academic journeys. On this day, Dufil Prima Foods, makers of Indomie Noodles, known for its long-standing commitment to supporting Nigerian children, showed immense love by awarding scholarships to 100 students across 10 government junior Read More

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11 h. ago Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi

As part of efforts to ensure safety for residents and commuters, Lagos State government has proposed an additional pedestrian bridge in Oshodi area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, amid traffic situation of pedestrians occupying the alternative bridge on Monday. Recall that the popular pedestrian bridge was recently closed due […] The post Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Over 2,000 firefighters combat Japan’s worst fire outbreak in 30 years

Japan has deployed over 2000 firefighters to combat one its worst fire outbreaks it’s experiencing in three decades. The fire read more Over 2,000 firefighters combat Japan’s worst fire outbreak in 30 years

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13 h. ago Aiyedatiwa approves employment of over 1,000 secondary school teachers

Tribune Online Aiyedatiwa approves employment of over 1,000 secondary school teachers Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has approved the recruitment of over 1,000 teachers for secondary schools in the state as part of efforts to improve the post-primary education sector. Aiyedatiwa approves employment of over 1,000 secondary school teachers Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Obasanjo’s card tear cursed PDP’s future, says APC chieftain

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the National Coordinator of the Disciples of Jagaban (DOJ) supporters group, Abdulhakeem Adegoke Alawuje, has said that the survival of the main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ahead of the 2027 general election is doubtful. The APC Chieftain said PDP’s […] The post Obasanjo’s card tear cursed PDP’s future, says APC chieftain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Plateau govt shuts down two private schools over poor standards

Tribune Online Plateau govt shuts down two private schools over poor standards Plateau Ministry of Education has closed down two private schools in Jos for operating below minimum standard. Plateau govt shuts down two private schools over poor standards Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Kano Gov’t Flags Off Ramadan Feeding For 91,000 Needy Persons

Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam on Monday, flagged off the 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme to support 91,000 less privileged persons in the state. The Governor Abba Yusuf-led government introduced the feeding programme to support vulnerable residents by providing them with daily iftar meals during the holy month of Ramadan. “This annual programme is […]

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16 h. ago 2,973 UNILORIN Students Benefit From NELFUND As 10,000 Others Apply For Loan

A total of 2,973 students of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Kwara State have benefitted from the Nigerian Educational Loan Fund (NELFUND). LEADERSHIP gathered that over 10,000 students of the university applied for the education loan to enable them meet their financial obligations in the pursuit of their educational career. The Vice-Chancellor of University of […]

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17 h. ago Kogi trains 1,000 youths annually for human capital development – Ododo

Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to training 1,000 youths annually in various skills acquisition read more Kogi trains 1,000 youths annually for human capital development – Ododo

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17 h. ago Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

The Smallholder farmers in Nasarawa State have called on Government at all levels to formulate and implement policies that will read more Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

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18 h. ago Federal Gov’t Has Turned VCs Appointment Into Constituency Projects – SSANU

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has expressed concerns over appointing Vice-Chancellors in Nigerian universities, stating that the federal government has reduced the process to a mere “constituency project” rather than a merit-based selection. SSANU also criticised the chronic underfunding of universities and inter-university centres, warning that institutions meant to be citadels of […]

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18 h. ago EFCC Arrests 11 Suspects In Niger Over Alleged Internet Fraud Activities

Eleven suspected Internet fraudsters have been arrested in Niger State’s Chanchangi Local Government Area by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Kaduna Zonal Directorate. This was disclosed in a statement posted on Sunday on the agency’s official X handle, titled ‘EFCC Arrests 11 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Niger.’ The commission revealed that operatives seized two […] The post EFCC Arrests 11 Suspects In Niger Over Alleged Internet Fraud Activities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Church Demolition: ECOWAS Court Reserves Judgement Between Rev Hayab Vs Federal Gov’t

Judgment has been reserved after hearing on the case between Reverend (Dr) John Joseph Hayab and the Federal Government of Nigeria at the Court of Economic Community of West Africa States, ECOWAS, which occurred on the weekend precisely 28 February 2025. Reverend Hayab, who was the Kaduna State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria […]

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