2 h. ago Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk, has reiterated the state’s commitment to improving maternal and child health by encouraging exclusive breastfeeding and building community support systems for nursing mothers. Speaking during the official flag-off of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week at the General Hospital, Calabar, the commissioner urged […] The post Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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2 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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3 h. ago Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams

Tribune Online Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of a technical glitch that affected the recent release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, reassuring the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He gave the assurance in a press release via the ministry’s X (formerly […] Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams Tribune Online

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4 h. ago FEC okays N13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade, N142bn for bus terminals in 6 geo

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government yesterday gave the green light for a ₦13 billion allocation dedicated to right-of-way compensation for the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. In addition, it has approved $34 million towards the purchase and installation of high-capacity transformers to strengthen the country’s ageing national electricity grid infrastructure. Minister of Power, Adebayo […] The post FEC okays N13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade, N142bn for bus terminals in 6 geo-political zones appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has dismissed the possibility of the Obidient Movement posing any form of threat to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Israel spoke at a press conference in Abuja while parading newsmen around the newly-built […] The post 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Gombe Governor Proposes 13 New LCDAs To Boost Grassroots Governance

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya has submitted a bill to create 13 new Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to strengthen grassroots governance. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a press statement signed by Ismaila Misilli, Director-General of Press Affairs at Gombe Government House. The statement highlighted the governor’s commitment to bringing governance closer to […] The post Gombe Governor Proposes 13 New LCDAs To Boost Grassroots Governance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa

Tribune Online International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Marking a significant stride in empowering young Nigerians as drivers of sustainable peace, the United Nations Office on International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Tribune Online

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6 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 Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo

Tribune Online Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo "It is not the first time it is happening in Nigeria and it will not be the last. Examples abound of such roles given to repentant persons by... Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo Tribune Online

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8 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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11 h. ago Tambuwal: APC, EFCC have risen against the opposition, says ADC deputy youth leader

…detention a pure witch-hunt  From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Deputy National Youth Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chinonso Obasi, has described the recent interrogation and detention of the former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as a pure witch-hunt and an attempt to silence the […] The post Tambuwal: APC, EFCC have risen against the opposition, says ADC deputy youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NOA kicks off campaign on security, national symbols, policies

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has revealed plans to commence a two-week campaign on security, national symbols, disaster preparedness, and policies of the Federal Government. NOA Director General, Lanre Issa-Onilu, at a press briefing yesterday in Abuja, said the sensitisation would be taken across the 774 local government areas. He said: […] The post NOA kicks off campaign on security, national symbols, policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness

Tribune Online FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness Let us use these two weeks to ignite a new spirit of patriotism, vigilance, unity, and responsibility that will carry us into a safer.... FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Drug War: Federal Gov’t Unveils 48 Operational Vehicles For NDLEA

The federal government has unveiled 48 new vehicles for the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said that the administration of President BolaTinubu will continue to strengthen the NDLEA because of its strategic value to the […]

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12 h. ago FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

The Federal Executive Council FEC approved a seven year moratorium for the establishment of new tertiary institutions. Tunji Alausa, the read more FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

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12 h. ago Tinubu Pledges To Make Steel Sector Nigeria’s Industrial Backbone

President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s resolve to reposition the steel sector as the industrial heart of Nigeria and the hub of the nation’s economic diversification. Accordingly, the President outlined ongoing efforts by his administration to revamp legacy projects in the sector, such as the Ajaokuta Steel Company, the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria, […]

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12 h. ago 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Ahead of the forthcoming general elections, the National Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has opened a dedicated centre in Abuja to rally young men and women for a fresh mandate for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Aregbesola Leads ADC Membership Drive In Lagos, Says APC, PDP, LP Have Failed

The National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola said the party is positioned to rescue Nigeria in 2027 from what he called the destructive policies and governance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Aregbesola stated this while speaking at an ADC stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos, and also accused the APC, […]

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13 h. ago Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge

By Steve Agbota In order to cushion the effects of economic hardship in Nigeria, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on President Bola Tinubu for an urgent reduction of the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at the nation’s ports. In a letter dated, August 11, and signed […] The post Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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