2 h. ago After spending N21bn, FG budgets 180x more for Third Mainland Bridge repairs

The federal government has approved plans to either rehabilitate or completely rebuild the Third Mainland at a cost of N3.8 read more After spending N21bn, FG budgets 180x more for Third Mainland Bridge repairs

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2 h. ago Procurement Professionals Blame Quacks For Substandard Projects

The Association of Procurement Professionals of Nigeria (APPON) has blamed the engagement of unqualified persons or quacks in the procurement and supply chain management for substandard projects across the country, such as failed roads and collapsed buildings. The president of APPON Dr Emem Kanico, disclosed this at the 5th Annual National Conference of the association,  […]

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6 h. ago NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has signed an agreement with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost read more NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

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7 h. ago Many Custodial Centres In Nigeria Built 100 Years Ago, 12 Undergoing Rehabilitation —Minister

  The Federal Government has said that at least 12 of the 246 custodial centres in Nigeria are undergoing rehabilitation. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi … Continue reading Many Custodial Centres In Nigeria Built 100 Years Ago, 12 Undergoing Rehabilitation —Minister The post Many Custodial Centres In Nigeria Built 100 Years Ago, 12 Undergoing Rehabilitation —Minister appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Lokpobiri pledges continued support for energy investments in Nigeria

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to sustaining policies and incentives that will ensure Nigeria remains an attractive destination for energy investments. This assurance was given by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D., during an inspection of the NNPC/Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) Joint Venture EGTL facility in Escravos, […] The post Lokpobiri pledges continued support for energy investments in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Presco seeks shareholders nod to acquire SOP in deal worth $46.71m

…ratify acquisition of 100% stake in GOPDC worth $124.92m …proposes Rights Issue When Presco Plc shareholders meet at the company’s read more Presco seeks shareholders nod to acquire SOP in deal worth $46.71m

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16 h. ago Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness

The eyewitness said he sat directly beside Comfort Emmanson on the Uyo-Lagos flight and saw “everything that transpired” on the aircraft. The post Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness appeared first on Channels Television.

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18 h. ago Tinubu assures refund of federal roads rehabilitation expenses – Okpebholo

Monday Okpebholo, the Governor of Edo State, said he got the assurance of President Bola Tinubu for the refund of read more Tinubu assures refund of federal roads rehabilitation expenses – Okpebholo

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19 h. ago Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi

Tribune Online Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said the structural rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State will cost about ₦3.6 trillion... Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi Tribune Online

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20 h. ago US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

The United States has approved a potential $346 million arms deal with Nigeria, aimed at enhancing the West African nation’s read more US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

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21 h. ago Appeal court reinstates Ararume, cancels n5bn damages against NNPC

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled in favour of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, upholding the read more Appeal court reinstates Ararume, cancels n5bn damages against NNPC

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23 h. ago NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices

By Bimbola Oyesola and Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil in naira to the Dangote Refinery and other local stakeholders, insisting that such a move would help drive down fuel prices for Nigerians. The call came as Dangote Refinery announced yet another price slash, […] The post NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

The past year has handed Nigeria’s state and local governments a fiscal windfall unmatched in recent history. The removal of read more Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

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26 h. ago Reactions As Tinubu Orders Review Of Revenue Retention By NNPCL, Others

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive review of all deductions and revenue retention practices by major revenue-generating agencies. These agencies include the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigeria Customs Service, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The directive, given […]

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34 h. ago Court Remands Trader For Alleged Failure To Declare Foreign Currency In Lagos

  Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded a trader, Phil-Olumba Sheila for alleged failure to declare foreign currency totalling $14,567, £1,030, and CA$40 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Justice Dipeolu remanded Sheila at Kirikiri Correctional Centre after the testimony of the first prosecution witness, Mrs. Stella John Ogar, […]

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36 h. ago Why NNPC should sell adequate crude to Dangote refinery in Naira, says NLC

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has made a case for adequate feedstock (crude oil) supply to the 650,000 bpd Dangote read more Why NNPC should sell adequate crude to Dangote refinery in Naira, says NLC

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38 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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40 h. ago Man Utd In ‘No Man’s Land’ Due To Lack Of Plan, Says Rashford

United have failed to even contend for the Premier League title or the Champions League since Ferguson's departure. The post Man Utd In ‘No Man’s Land’ Due To Lack Of Plan, Says Rashford appeared first on Channels Television.

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40 h. ago Uganda Arrests 7 Suspects Over Fake $70,000 Gold Deal With Ex

The Uganda’s State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), working with the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), has arrested seven people for allegedly defrauding a former Nigerian lawmaker and businessman of $70,000 in a bogus gold transaction. At a press briefing held at the Unit’s offices in the Parliamentary Building, Senior Officer Bamwiine Muhorozi said the suspects lured […]

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40 h. ago Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students

Nigerian students in the United States have been warned by the embassy in Nigeria to adhere to the rules of their visa or risk losing their study privilege. The warning was given on Wednesday in a statement on X as part of efforts to remind international students of the consequences of failing to maintain their […] The post Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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