4 h. ago Nigeria, UNIDO sign $174.59m deal to create jobs, boost development

The Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation have signed a $174.59m Programme for Country Partnership agreement to boost Nigeria’s industrial development. According to a press statement by Mrs Julie Osagie-Jacobs, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, on Wednesday, the agreement, which will run for Read More

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5 h. ago APC Women Vanguard hail Benjamin Omale’s hospital board role

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi A sociopolitical women’s group, the APC Women Vanguard, has hailed the appointment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Benue State, Chief Benjamin Omale, as the Board Chairman of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu State. The Chairlady of the group, Mrs Onma Ogenyi, in a statement made available to newsmen […] The post APC Women Vanguard hail Benjamin Omale’s hospital board role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago CCD calls for full inclusion of PWDs in Akwa Ibom’s petroleum development plans

Tribune Online CCD calls for full inclusion of PWDs in Akwa Ibom’s petroleum development plans Centre for Citizens with Disabilities has demanded that Persons with Disabilities (PWD) be included in the development of the host community and the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act. Founding Executive Director of the Centre, Mr David Anyaele, said CCD has gathered key issues relating to disabilities in Akwa Ibom State, to create a form […] CCD calls for full inclusion of PWDs in Akwa Ibom’s petroleum development plans Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Kwara Gov Congratulates New NNPCL Boss Ojulari, Commends Tinubu

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq said he received with happiness the appointment of Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. The governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, descibed Ojulari’s appointment as another big deal for Kwara […]

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10 h. ago Ancelotti denies tax fraud, blames Real Madrid’s payment system

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti denied in court that he intentionally committed tax fraud on the opening day of his trial for allegedly failing to declare income to Spain’s tax office. This is the latest in a string of such cases targeting sports figures in the country. Prosecutors are seeking a jail term of four Read More

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10 h. ago Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan   The Pan Nigerian Oil and Gas Stakeholders on Wednesday commended President Bola Tinubu for taking a significant step toward reforming the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited by reconstituting its board and appointing new leadership.   In a press statement issued in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Engr. Raphael Ajuri, speaking […] The post Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago US tariffs on Vietnam would be a blow to Nike and other sportswear brands – Reuters

Nike, Adidas and rivals heavily rely on Vietnam for production Nike could soon face another blow in its effort to read more US tariffs on Vietnam would be a blow to Nike and other sportswear brands – Reuters

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11 h. ago Barcelona lacks funds to register Olmo, Victor, says La Liga

La Liga said on Wednesday that Barcelona did not have the financial capacity to register players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor and still lack it, ahead of a decision by Spain’s sports council (CSD) over the duo’s eligibility to play. In January, Barcelona announced a deal had been reached to sell VIP boxes at the Read More

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13 h. ago NSC DG Mourns President Of Taekwondo Federation, Abdullahi Saidu

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC)  Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed shock over the sudden demise of the President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, Abdullahi Saidu. Olopade described the death of the Taekwondo boss as a big loss not only to the taekwondo family but the entire sports sector. “Alhaji Saidu was an […]

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13 h. ago Niger Delta Sports Festival: Team Bayelsa Depart Yenagoa For Uyo

The commissioner for Sports Development in Bayelsa State, Hon. Daniel Igali, has expressed his support for the state’s contingent ahead of the Niger Delta Sports Festival, which will take place from 1st to 9th April 2025 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Igali commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for organising the event, highlighting its […]

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14 h. ago Here are 10 things to know about Bayo Ojulari, new NNPC boss

President Tinubu has named Bashir Ojulari as the new Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the NNPC Limited. read more Here are 10 things to know about Bayo Ojulari, new NNPC boss

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14 h. ago Tinubu Sacks NNPCL CEO Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As Replacement

President Bola Tinubu has terminated the appointment of Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari. Tinubu also dissolved NNPCL’s board, removing the Chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure. In a statement by Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday, the President removed all other board members appointed with […] The post Tinubu Sacks NNPCL CEO Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As Replacement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Mechanical Engineer From Kwara — All You Need To Know About New NNPCL Boss Bashir Ojulari

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), replacing Mele Kyari in a major restructuring of the oil company’s management and board early Wednesday morning. With over three decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, Ojulari brings […]

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15 h. ago Women Leaders Advocate Meritocracy, Equity, Visibility In Leadership Positions

Top female executives from various industries have challenged traditional workplace norms, even as they championed meritocracy, gender equity, and visibility in leadership positions. Industry leaders including the managing director of Cadbury Nigeria PLC, Oyeyimika Adeboye; asset manager at Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), Areje Adegoke, and head of relationship and stakeholders management at […]

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15 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As New NNPC Boss

President Bola Tinubu has announced a major restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, effective April 2, 2025. The decision included the removal of the current group chief executive officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, and the NNPCL Board chairman, Pius Akinyelure. Consequently, the President appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group CEO of […]

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15 h. ago From Marinho to Ojulari: History of NNPCL’s leadership from inception

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday removed Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as his replacement, effective April 2, 2025. The President also dissolved the company’s board, including its chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and reconstituted an 11-member board. The announcement was made in Read More

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16 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu sacks NNPCL boss Kyari, names Ojulari as replacement

In a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited board, President Bola Tinubu has removed the chairman, Pius Akinyelure and the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari. Consequently, the President appointed Bashir Ojulari as the new CEO, effective from April 2, 2025. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed the Read More

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21 h. ago Osimhen linked with Barca as Lewandoski’s successor – Report

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed as an option to replace Robert Lewandowski as Barcelona are expected to look for a successor for the ageing striker, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Lewandowski is having the most impressive season of his career at Barcelona and is on track to hit 50 goals by the end of Read More

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21 h. ago Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu

        Sarkin Hausawa Enugu State, Abubakar Yusuf Sambo, has commended Governor Peter Mbah for his fair, inclusive and speedy delivery of security and democracy dividends. He called for support for his administration’s war against criminals and effort to build a prosperous Enugu State. Mbah, whose appointees are drawn from various parts of […] The post Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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