22 m. ago Peace Sustained In N’Delta By Armed Forces Helped Us Meet Revenue Target – FIRS

The notable rise in tax revenue from oil production activities has been closely linked to the enduring peace in the Niger Delta region. Officials have noted that the key oil-producing areas’ stable and peaceful environment has allowed companies to maximise their operations and profits. Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Zacch Adedeji has […]

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29 m. ago Waste to wealth: Firms unite to create jobs, grow economy through plastic recycling

By Merit Ibe                                               ibe.merit@yahoo.com  In an effort to save the environment, tackle rising unemployment, strengthen biodiversity and ultimately boost the circular economy, Alef Recycling, a bottle‑to‑bottle rPET recycler based in Ogun State […] The post Waste to wealth: Firms unite to create jobs, grow economy through plastic recycling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 m. ago DSESA 2025: Oborevwori ready to reward environmental champions – Odugala

By Sunday Ani An environmental consultant and managing consultant of Kegala Environmental Consultancy Limited, Deacon Okezi Odugala has said the forthcoming Delta State Environmental Sustainability Award (DSESA) is part of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to reward individuals and organisations making tangible efforts to protect and sustain the environment. A statement by Odugala on behalf of […] The post DSESA 2025: Oborevwori ready to reward environmental champions – Odugala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye

Tribune Online Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye Dr Matthew Olumuyiwa Bojuwoye, a consultant gastroenterologist at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital and associate professor of medicine at the University of Ilorin, in this interview with SADE OGUNTOLA, he speaks to viral hepatitis, a major cause of liver cancer, that many people are not aware of or how best, to stay protected from […] Hepatitis, silent viral disease on the prowl in Nigeria —Dr Bojuwoye Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Protect children from diphtheria with exclusive breastfeeding – UNICEF urges mothers

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding of their children to prevent the spread of diphtheria. UNICEF facilitator, Mrs. Chineze George-Ileka, said this during a sensitisation at the Christian Women’s August Meeting on Wednesday in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra. George-Ileka said exclusive breastfeeding strengthens a baby’s […] The post Protect children from diphtheria with exclusive breastfeeding – UNICEF urges mothers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has declared the determination of the armed forces to continue to protect and secure Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the African continent against emerging threats. He gave the assurance at a media briefing on the forthcoming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit […] The post We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Over 400,000 Nigerians apply for 41,307 slots in federal job scheme

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja No fewer than 411,906 Nigerians have applied for 41,307 available slots in the second phase of the National Directorate of Employment’s (NDE) Renewed Hope Employment Initiative. Director-General of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Silas Agara, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, adding that the portal for registration had been closed. […] The post Over 400,000 Nigerians apply for 41,307 slots in federal job scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Gov Bala assures support for Delta citizens to strengthen PDP’s fortunes

Tribune Online Gov Bala assures support for Delta citizens to strengthen PDP’s fortunes He assured them that PDP is the party of time, that will forever remained darling to Nigerians in the modern democracy looking at Gov Bala assures support for Delta citizens to strengthen PDP’s fortunes Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Night Travel, Overloading Fueling Boat Mishaps, Says Niger LG Chair

The Chairman of Munya local government area in Niger State, Aminu Najume has blamed night travel and overloading for some boat mishaps. He also called on residents of riverine communities to strictly adhere to water transportation safety measures to curb recurring boat accidents in the state. Speaking to journalists during a fact-finding mission on the […]

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17 h. ago Lagos advises motorists to seek alternative routes as Osborne Road closes for repair

The Lagos State government has advised motorists in Ikoyi and environs to seek alternative routes as it announces a two-day read more Lagos advises motorists to seek alternative routes as Osborne Road closes for repair

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17 h. ago Munya LG Chairman advocates stronger safety culture amid rising boat mishaps

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Chairman of Munya Local Government Area in Niger State, Aminu Najume, has called on residents of riverine communities to strictly adhere to water transportation safety measures to curb recurring boat accidents in the state. Speaking to journalists yesterday during a fact-finding mission on the causes of boat mishaps in the […] The post Munya LG Chairman advocates stronger safety culture amid rising boat mishaps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Delta Communities Protest, Give Govt Ultimatum Over Abandoned Roads

Hundreds of youths from Ukala-Okwute, Ezi, Ebu, and Ukala-Okpunor in Oshimili North and Aniocha North local government areas yesterday protested in Asaba over bad roads. They issued a 30-day ultimatum to the Delta State government to commence construction on the abandoned Ukala-Okwute-Ezi-Ebu-Ukala Okpunor Road. Under the umbrella of Concerned Youth for Good Governance (CYGG), they […]

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18 h. ago Airport saga: Govt must create jobs to reduce anger crisis – Adejoh

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja If Nigeria is to avoid a full-blown social breakdown, urgent steps must be taken to reduce the daily pressure on citizens, says former PDP governorship aspirant, Princess Grace Iye Adejoh. Adejoh, a women leader and public analyst, said that with the frequent anger crises occurring in public places, especially at the […] The post Airport saga: Govt must create jobs to reduce anger crisis – Adejoh appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago FG, Niger partner to tackle water accidents, phase out wooden boats

By Steve Agbota The Niger State Government has deepened collaboration with the Federal Government in bolstering marine safety. The partnership, according to Niger State, has helped curb boat mishaps in the state. Daily Sun learnt that the government, through the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, has embarked on distributing life jackets to state governments […] The post FG, Niger partner to tackle water accidents, phase out wooden boats appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures

Tribune Online Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures Najume also welcomed the deployment of water marshals by NIWA to monitor jetties and called for penalties against passengers .... Boat mishaps: Niger LG chairman calls for tougher safety measures Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Federal Gov’t Commits To Making N3.56bn Baro Port Operational

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has reiterated the commitment of the federal government to making the N3.56 billion worth Baro River Port in Niger State fully operational. Oyetola said this when he appeared before the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee yesterday to discuss stakeholders’ engagement with the challenges and prospects of the […]

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20 h. ago FG In Talks With Saudi Arabia, UK, US, Others On Jobs For Nigerians – Minister

Federal government is in discussions with Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom (UK), the United States (USA), Australia, and other countries to create more employment opportunities for Nigerians. The minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, disclosed this to journalists in Abuja yesterday. he said the initiative was part of the government’s plan to address […]

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20 h. ago Governor Bala Mohammed pledges support to strengthen PDP’s fortunes in Delta State

From Paul Orude  Bauchi As a committed Party-Man and Leader, Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir, has assured the citizens of Delta state of his total support to keep the flag of PDP flying higher in the state and the country as a whole. The Governor gave the assurance during an interaction with a […] The post Governor Bala Mohammed pledges support to strengthen PDP’s fortunes in Delta State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago NMDPRA Fixes Interim $1.13/Mscf Gas Transportation Tariff For Pipelines

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has approved an interim transportation tariff of $1.13 per thousand standard cubic feet (Mscf) for the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC). This tariff will be in effect from July 1 to December 31, 2025, covering all six major gas transportation networks across Nigeria. The interim […]

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