2 h. ago Soneye Named Image Maker Of The Year For Transforming NNPC Public Image

The chief corporate communications officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Femi Soneye, has been named Triangle International’s Image Maker of the Year. The organisation, while announcing Soneye’s emergence, noted that since his appointment in October 2023, Soneye has revolutionised NNPC’s communication strategy, enhancing its public image through innovative media strategies and stakeholder […]

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6 h. ago NSA’s team avoiding issues of Ogoni development, MOSOP petitions Tinubu

Movement for the Survival of Ogoni People (MOSOP) has petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the alleged selective approach by the consultative team set up by Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) to interface with all facets of Ogoni society for possible oil resumption. President of MOSOP, Fegalo Nsuke, who signed the petition said the […] The post NSA’s team avoiding issues of Ogoni development, MOSOP petitions Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Gov Alia’s Significant Steps To Restore Security In Benue State

His Excellency Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia was inaugurated in may 2023 as executive governor of Benue state. Like many aspects of the state’s affairs, he met a huge security deficit with 12 to 15 years of consistent instability as a result of persistent clashes and attacks. As a matter of fact, records have […]

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6 h. ago AMEDI Lafia: NASENI Is Enhancing Soilless Farming To Boost Food Security

One of the seventh wonders of the ancient world-the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, was one of the earliest known hydroponic structures used for the planting of herbs, lettuce, shrubs and vines. The plants were suspended over terraces and draped over walls. It is from this beautiful piece many Agriculturists draw inspiration on what culminated into […]

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6 h. ago Security Trust Fund: Let’s Not Create Another Problem – Abbas

The House of Representatives Speaker, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has called on stakeholders to be mindful of the laws of the existing security agencies to ensure that in the process of solving a problem, a new one is created through duplicity of functions and roles. Abbas stated this at the public hearing on a bill for […]

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7 h. ago Traders sue NAFDAC, SON for Onitsha drug market closure, allege theft

Four traders at Ogbo Ogwu Bridge Head Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, have dragged the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, the NAFDAC Zonal Director, South-East, Dr Martins Iluyomade and the Anambra State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to a Federal High Court sitting Read More

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7 h. ago S’East stakeholders demand Nnamdi Kanu’s release, establishment of human rights bureau

A two-day South-East Stakeholders’ Summit held in Enugu, Nigeria, has called for the immediate release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the establishment of a human rights bureau to address escalating security challenges and human rights violations in the South-East region. The South-East Stakeholders’ Summit on Peace and Read More

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11 h. ago US: Musk’s Starlink secures FAA contract for IT network upgrade

Tribune Online US: Musk’s Starlink secures FAA contract for IT network upgrade The move has raised fresh concerns over potential conflicts of interest involving SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, who also serves in the Trump administration as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he has advocated for deep cuts in federal spending, including at the FAA. US: Musk’s Starlink secures FAA contract for IT network upgrade Tribune Online

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12 h. ago FG pushes new metallurgical bill to boost Nigeria’s steel sector

The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, has unveiled the proposed Nigeria Metallurgical Industry Bill, describing it as a transformative piece of legislation aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s economic diversification and industrial growth. He said the Bill would establish a robust legal and regulatory framework, unlocking the vast potential of Nigeria’s metallurgical and steel sector. Meanwhile, Read More

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13 h. ago Gombe gov lauds army’s efforts in tackling regional security threats

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has reaffirmed his commitment to sustained collaboration with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to ensure a coordinated and effective response to emerging security challenges. Speaking on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Armoured Division, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, at the Government House Read More

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13 h. ago Minister urges agencies to adopt INTERPOL strategies to tackle insecurity

The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on security agencies in Nigeria to adopt international policing standards, particularly those employed by INTERPOL, to address the country’s growing security challenges. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Ministry of Police Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and the National Central Bureau Read More

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15 h. ago Terrorists won’t have breathing space in Nigeria – Army chief

The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede, has vowed that terrorists in Nigeria will have no respite until they are completely neutralised. He stated that the Nigerian Army is enhancing its strategies to ensure that more terrorists, particularly in the northeast, are eliminated from the country. Oluyede made this declaration on Tuesday during Read More

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16 h. ago Russia will not be readmitted to G7 — German Finance Minister

Tribune Online Russia will not be readmitted to G7 — German Finance Minister “The condemnation of the G7 of Russia’s war of aggression is very clear, especially on the third anniversary of Russia’s brutal attack,” Kukies told Reuters, stressing that Trump’s proposal would fail to secure the required unanimous approval. Russia will not be readmitted to G7 — German Finance Minister Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Court remands Lagos Assembly workers for assaulting DSS officers

Tribune Online Court remands Lagos Assembly workers for assaulting DSS officers A Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos has ordered the remand of three workers of the Lagos State House of Assembly who allegedly assaulted operatives of the Department of State Security Services (DSS). Court remands Lagos Assembly workers for assaulting DSS officers Tribune Online

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17 h. ago FG commits $2 billion to digital infrastructure, says Tijani

The Federal Government says it has committed $2 billion to enhance Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, aiming to boost the nation’s economy read more FG commits $2 billion to digital infrastructure, says Tijani

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17 h. ago Naira crude sales boost local refineries, cut FX risks – Tinubu

The Federal Government said the introduction of the sale of crude oil in Naira was a strategic move to enhance the operational efficiency of local refineries by reducing foreign exchange risks and transaction costs. President Bola Tinubu made this known on Tuesday, while officially declaring the eighth edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit open Read More

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17 h. ago FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister

Tribune Online FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has announced that the country is investing $2 billion on 90,000 kilometres of submarine cable as a move to strengthen internet connectivity and enhance its target of achieving a $1 trillion economy. FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Alleged Assault: Court remands three Lagos Assembly staff in DSS custody

The Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday ordered the remand of three workers of the Lagos State House of Assembly in the custody of the Department of State Security Services for allegedly assaulting its officers. The three lawmakers — Ibrahim Olanrewaju, Adetu Adekunle, and Fatimoh Adetola — were directed to remain in DSS custody Read More

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19 h. ago UK: Keir Starmer to raise defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027

Tribune Online UK: Keir Starmer to raise defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 “We must change our national security posture because a generational challenge demands a generational response,” Starmer said. UK: Keir Starmer to raise defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 Tribune Online

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19 h. ago FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security

Tribune Online FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security The federal government has expressed readiness to partner with the leading agriculture firm, Agbeyewa Farms, towards boosting food security and economic development in the country. FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security Tribune Online

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