1 hour ago FG unveils minimum standard document for senior secondary education

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Federal Government has launched the newly developed minimum standards for senior secondary education developed by the National Secondary School Education Commission (NSSEC). Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, launched the document in Abuja, yesterday, thereby signalling the commencement of the major transformation of the secondary education system in Nigeria. The minister, […] The post FG unveils minimum standard document for senior secondary education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tax reform: Senate plans review as Customs, ASUU fault provisions

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, on Tuesday, warned against the proposed withdrawal of the education tax to the Tertiary Education Trust Fund as contained in the tax reform bills currently undergoing public hearing at the National Assembly. The President of the union, Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, said the scrapping of TETFund could lead to the Read More

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8 h. ago US: Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet

Tribune Online US: Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has stated that a Southwest Airlines plane aborted its landing at Chicago Midway International Airport on Tuesday morning to avoid colliding with a private jet that entered the runway without authorization. US: Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Air Peace denies claims Onyema was delayed for 24 hours at Ekiti airport

By Chinelo Obogo Air Peace has issued a rebuttal against a report by some online platforms alleging that its Chairman, Allen Onyema, was stranded for over 24 hours at the Ekiti State airport due to navigational problems. The airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Dr. Ejike Ndiulo, dismissed the claims as false, misleading, and a deliberate […] The post Air Peace denies claims Onyema was delayed for 24 hours at Ekiti airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 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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14 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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15 h. ago Court Remands Lagos Assembly Workers For Allegedly Assaulting DSS Officers

Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Tuesday ordered the remand of three employees of the Lagos State House of Assembly in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly assaulting its officers. Justice Osiagor ordered that the trio of Ibrahim Olanrewaju, Adetu Adekunle, and Fatimoh Adetola […]

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16 h. ago Aviation workers fault draft agreement documents on airport concession 

Aviation unions in the country have condemned what they called draft agreement documents being paraded for the concession of some read more Aviation workers fault draft agreement documents on airport concession 

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16 h. ago NUPENG, Lagos in talks over towed trucks to avert fuel scarcity

The National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers says it is engaging the Lagos State Government to resolve the ongoing issue of towed trucks. It said that the negotiation aims to prevent disruptions in fuel distribution, which could lead to widespread scarcity. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, on Read More

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16 h. ago Tanker drivers, Lagos govt meet over strike action on alleged extortion

The National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) says it is in discussions with the Lagos State Government read more Tanker drivers, Lagos govt meet over strike action on alleged extortion

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18 h. ago Study, work permits at risk: What travelers need to know about new Canada visa rules

Tribune Online Study, work permits at risk: What travelers need to know about new Canada visa rules Canada has introduced significant immigration policy changes, granting border officials expanded powers to cancel study permits, work permits, and visitor visas. The new regulations, which took effect on January 31, 2025, are raising concerns among international travellers, particularly Indian students and workers. Under the revised Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, Canadian border officials now have […] Study, work permits at risk: What travelers need to know about new Canada visa rules Tribune Online

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19 h. ago I gave God ultimatum to either kill me or fulfil his promise – Actress Dayo Amusa

By Seyi Babalola Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa has pondered on her road to motherhood. The actress described how she burst into tears in front of her domestic workers as she begged God to bless her with a child. She stated that she offered God an ultimatum to either end her life or fulfil his promise […] The post I gave God ultimatum to either kill me or fulfil his promise – Actress Dayo Amusa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Truck owners, MWUN threaten strike over alleged extortion by Lagos traffic personnel

By Steve Agbota The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) have issued an ultimatum to the Lagos state government, demanding an end to what they describe as exploitative and arbitrary enforcement actions by the Committee on Removal of Abandoned […] The post Truck owners, MWUN threaten strike over alleged extortion by Lagos traffic personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago N80bn fraud: Bello’s name not on N550m Abuja property documents, EFCC witness tells court

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja A prosecution witness, Olusegun Adeleke has told the Abuja division of the Federal High Court, that the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello did not participate in all the transactions that led to purchase of N550M in Maitama  district of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), by one Shehu Bello. […] The post N80bn fraud: Bello’s name not on N550m Abuja property documents, EFCC witness tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Yahaya Bello: Court admits American int’l school’s account statement

The N80.2bn fraud trial of former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, continued on Monday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, with the prosecution calling two witnesses and tendering a number of documents. Among the documents tendered and admitted as exhibits by the court were the statement of account of the Kogi State Government Read More

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35 h. ago Reinstated chairmen resume in Osun LGs, staff to return to work

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Chairmen of Local Governments reinstated by the court of appeal have resumed to their various offices across the council secretariat in Osun State. They stormed the local governments amidst heavy security who had stationed their vehicles at various councils since last week. Some of the chairmen who directed local government workers […] The post Reinstated chairmen resume in Osun LGs, staff to return to work appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago NCAA DG warns against compliance shortfalls in Nigerian ATOs

By Chinelo Obogo Nigerian Aviation Training Organisations (ATOs) are under increasing pressure to uphold stringent compliance standards amid rapid technological advancements, evolving regulations, and operational complexities, Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has said. Najomo said this at a stakeholders’ workshop in Lagos on Monday titled, ‘Managing Approved Organisations’ […] The post NCAA DG warns against compliance shortfalls in Nigerian ATOs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Yahaya Bello’s Name Not On Property Documents – EFCC’s Witness

Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, was told that former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, did not participate in all the transactions that led to purchase of N550 million property in the Maitama area of Abuja by one Shehu Bello. Speaking on Monday, the witness, who is also the General Manager of Efab Properties […] The post Yahaya Bello’s Name Not On Property Documents – EFCC’s Witness appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Truck owners, MWUN threaten service withdrawal over alleged exploitation by Lagos traffic enforcement

By Steve Agbota The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) have issued a stern warning to the Lagos State Government over alleged exploitative and arbitrary enforcement actions by the Committee on Removal of Abandoned Vehicles and the Special Traffic Management […] The post Truck owners, MWUN threaten service withdrawal over alleged exploitation by Lagos traffic enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Ramadan: Speaker Abbas doles out palliatives to constituents

Tribune Online Ramadan: Speaker Abbas doles out palliatives to constituents "I am passionate about workers in general. Anything that affects the life of a civil servant, especially a teacher, I take it seriously. I don't support civil servants or teachers because of anything, but I do it wholeheartedly. Ramadan: Speaker Abbas doles out palliatives to constituents Tribune Online

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