6 h. ago Abuja: Three Arms Zone cordoned off for National Police Day celebrations at Eagle Square

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The inaugural National Police Day celebration is underway at Eagle Square in Abuja on 7 April 2025, with Vice President Kashim Shettima standing in for President Bola Tinubu. The event caps a week-long series of activities from 2 to 7 April, aimed at honouring the Nigeria Police Force’s contributions to national […] The post Abuja: Three Arms Zone cordoned off for National Police Day celebrations at Eagle Square appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Air Algerie’s Abuja inaugural flight reflective of strengthening bilateral relations – Envoy

Hocine Mezoued, the Ambassador of Algeria to Nigeria, says the flag-off of the Algires-Abuja flight by Air Algerie, is part read more Air Algerie’s Abuja inaugural flight reflective of strengthening bilateral relations – Envoy

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33 h. ago India advocates strengthened bilateral, economic ties with Nigeria

…Holds trade expo in Lagos The Acting High Commissioner of India to Nigeria, Vartika Rawat has called for more improved read more India advocates strengthened bilateral, economic ties with Nigeria

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41 h. ago Kugbo market to drive local, national economic growth –  Mahmoud

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Mariya Mahmoud, at the  official inauguration of phase 1 Kugbo International Market constructed by the Abuja Investment Company Limited, (AICL), has said that the market is poised to enhance local and national economies by fostering trade and commerce.  She emphasised that the market […] The post Kugbo market to drive local, national economic growth –  Mahmoud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Mahmoud pushes for sustainable, inclusive, resilient economy

• inaugurates first green solar-powered market in Abuja From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud has reiterated the need for a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economy that would support local farmers, empower small-scale agribusinesses, and ensures that quality produce is readily accessible to every resident of the territory. According […] The post Mahmoud pushes for sustainable, inclusive, resilient economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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1 week ago FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth

Tribune Online FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth The Federal Government has inaugurated a Central Coordination Committee (CCC) to oversee a holistic implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in a manner that would foster economic growth for Nigeria and regional trade integration for the continent. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja while inaugurating the Committee, the Minister of Industry, Trade and […] FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ajaero warns governors against undermining court order on LG autonomy

NULGE inaugurates new leadership From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has issued a strong warning to state governments against undermining the implementation of a Supreme Court judgment mandating local governments to establish accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in order to receive their allocations directly. […] The post Ajaero warns governors against undermining court order on LG autonomy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June

Tribune Online Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June To commemorate the 2025 Nigerian Civil Service Week, Nigeria will host the inaugural International Civil Service Conference in Abuja. This significant event aims to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of the public sector through global dialogue and collaboration. President Bola Tinubu will officiate the opening of the conference, which is expected to attract participation from […] Tinubu to declare open maiden international civil cervice conference in June Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Mining marshals arrest 327 offenders, recover mining sites –Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, said the inauguration of the mining marshals had led to the arrest of 327 offenders, recovery of 98 mining sites, and restoration of access to legally licensed operators. Dr. Alake who stated this at the first anniversary of the mining marshals in Abuja, […] The post Mining marshals arrest 327 offenders, recover mining sites –Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Mining marshals arrested 327 offenders, recovered mining sites in one year – Alake

…made mining comfortable for local and foreign miners From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, said the inauguration of the mining Marshals has led to the arrest of 327 offenders, recovery of 98 mining sites, and restoration of access to legally licensed operators. Dr. Alake who stated this at the […] The post Mining marshals arrested 327 offenders, recovered mining sites in one year – Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Cuban foreign minister arrives Nigeria to strengthen bilateral ties

The Federal Government on Sunday welcomed Cuba’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bruno Parrilla, who arrived in Nigeria for an official visit aimed at deepening diplomatic relations between both nations. In a statement signed by the Acting Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, both nations have shared a historic partnership, particularly in their Read More

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3 w. ago Nigeria, Brazil To Boost Ties In Agriculture, Energy, Infrastructure

Nigeria and Brazil have taken significant steps to strengthen bilateral relations in critical areas of agriculture, energy and infrastructure development for mutual benefit of both countries following relations that date back to Nigeria’s independence in 1960. This was the crux of a high-level visit of a delegation from Brazil, led by Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]

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3 w. ago Korea, Nigeria To Strengthen Trade, Investment Ties – Pankyu

The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Kim Pankyu, has outlined trade and investment opportunities aimed at strengthening the bilateral relationship between Korea and Nigeria. Ambassador Pankyu emphasized that Nigeria remains Korea’s most important trade and investment partner in Africa, accounting for 10% of Korea-Africa trade and over 70% of Korea’s project contracts on the […]

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3 w. ago BASA: Nigeria, Jamaica strengthen ties in Aviation, trade, and culture

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Nigeria’s Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo SAN, met with Jamaican Ambassador Lincoln Downer on March 11, 2025, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister, Tunde Moshood, said the meeting marked the beginning of the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) process, aimed […] The post BASA: Nigeria, Jamaica strengthen ties in Aviation, trade, and culture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu urges youths to speak up, promises to implement outcomes of national confab

isolate confab from partisanship, bureaucracy, poor funding – Itodo From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu in a heartfelt address during the inauguration of the planning committee for the National Youth Conference, emphasised the importance of youth participation in shaping Nigeria’s future. He encouraged participants in the confab to openly express their opinions and critiques, […] The post Tinubu urges youths to speak up, promises to implement outcomes of national confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Nigeria ready for deployment of electric vehicles — Minister

The Federal Government has reiterated efforts to promote sustainable transportation and reduce carbon emissions in the country. The Minister of State for Industry, Sen. John Enoh, said this while inaugurating the NEV T6 electric buses in Abuja, according to a statement released on Saturday. He stressed that electric vehicles are the future, and Nigeria is Read More

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