4 h. ago After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South

Tribune Online After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South-South — Wike Hon Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, has said that there would be no further People’s Democratic Party zonal congress in South-South. He emphasised that the Party’s constitution mandates zonal congresses to occur every four years. Consequently, the South-South zonal congress conducted in Cross River State on February 22, 2025, is definitive. Wike […] After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South-South — Wike Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Action Alliance Amends Constitution, Extends Tenure Of Udeze, Others By 2 Years

The Action Alliance (AA) has amended its constitution, extending the tenure of its National Chairman, Kenneth Udeze, and other national officers by two years. The decision was taken at the party’s 2025 Elective National Convention on Saturday in Abuja, which was monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The extension, party officials said, was […]

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8 h. ago Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, has said that all 31 requests submitted for States creation read more Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

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11 h. ago Praise for “remarkable progress” of Rugby School Nigeria’s “world

Rugby School Global is delighted to report outstanding progress on the development of Rugby School Nigeria, following a site visit to its state-of-the-art campus at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos. With the school set to welcome its first A Level students this September, and the full senior school opening in September 2026, excitement continues to build Read More

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16 h. ago Manufacturers upbeat about economy as capital investment up 26%

Manufacturers are spending more on the acquisition of technologies, equipment, capital work in progress, and facilities, signaling they are upbeat read more Manufacturers upbeat about economy as capital investment up 26%

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17 h. ago Lagos, Bauchi speakers, lawmakers drum support for diversity, equity, inclusion bill

By Lukman Olabiyi The Speakers of the Lagos and Bauchi States Houses of Assembly, along with lawmakers and experts from across Nigeria, have expressed their strong support for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Bill, being promoted by the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC). The call for support came during a two-day Co-Creation […] The post Lagos, Bauchi speakers, lawmakers drum support for diversity, equity, inclusion bill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Nigeria can make $10bn annually, create 2m jobs through cotton production – Majekodunmi

By Remi Adefulu Ms. Ololade Majekodunmi, Managing Director, House of Dorcas Integrated Services (HDI), is one of the few young women making waves in the agric sector, cultivating over 10 hectares of cotton across five states. Majekodunmi, who holds a degree in fashion and sustainable textile design and an MBA from the University of West […] The post Nigeria can make $10bn annually, create 2m jobs through cotton production – Majekodunmi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt

Tribune Online Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt A lawyer and policy strategist, Dr. Oracle Nwala, has called for the adoption of a “disruptive strategy” to drive governance and development in Nigeria. Speaking at the unveiling of his book, ‘Disruptive Strategies: Unveiling Personal Definitive Strategists,’ in Abuja, Nwala argued that challenging conventional approaches could accelerate national progress. Nwala, a legal expert with over […] Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt Tribune Online

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25 h. ago House of Reps. Committee Rejects 31 State Creation Requests, Says They All Fell Short Of Constitutional Requirements

The House of Representatives Committee on Constitutional Amendment has rejected all 31 proposals for state creation, citing non-compliance with constitutional requirements. The proposals, submitted on February 6, 2025, the committee said, failed to meet the criteria outlined in Section 8 of the 1999 Constitution. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House and Chairman of the […] The post House of Reps. Committee Rejects 31 State Creation Requests, Says They All Fell Short Of Constitutional Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Skills development key to economic growth — Education minister

The Minister of Education, Dr Marufu Alausa, has stated that in the rapidly evolving global economy, skills development has become a crucial driver of economic growth and social progress. Alausa said the demand for a skilled workforce is more pressing than ever. As technological advancements reshape industries and create new opportunities, the need for skilled Read More

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26 h. ago Deepen human capital development implementation, Shettima tasks govs

Tribune Online Deepen human capital development implementation, Shettima tasks govs "State-level implementation must be deepened. Our governors and state representatives must prioritise the five key indicators we have identified for tracking HCD progress. Deepen human capital development implementation, Shettima tasks govs Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Nvidia unveils AI platform to simplify sign language learning

Tribune Online Nvidia unveils AI platform to simplify sign language learning The platform, called Signs, was developed in collaboration with the American Society for Deaf Children and creative agency Hello Monday. Nvidia unveils AI platform to simplify sign language learning Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Reps receive over 250 constitution amendment proposals — Kalu

Tribune Online Reps receive over 250 constitution amendment proposals — Kalu Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on Thursday confirmed the receipt of over 250 proposed bills seeking to amend the 1999 Constitution. Hon. Kalu made this confirmation during the second retreat of the Special Ad-hoc Committee on Constitution Review, held from Thursday, February 20, to Saturday, February 22, 2025, in Ikot […] Reps receive over 250 constitution amendment proposals — Kalu Tribune Online

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30 h. ago New regional commissions, projects to drive growth in Niger Delta – Minister

The Federal Government has unveiled new initiatives to foster development in Nigeria’s Delta region. The Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, shared updates during the 2025 ministerial press briefing on Friday, highlighting the creation of two new regional commissions and the advancement of several infrastructure projects that will transform the Niger Delta. The Ministry of Read More

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30 h. ago UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG

Tribune Online UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG The Federal Government has cautioned against the consumption of hides and skin, warning that it deprives the country of valuable jobs and economic benefits. Speaking at the ministerial briefing organized by the Ministry of Information and National Orientation on Friday, Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, stated that hides and skin has an estimated market […] UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG Tribune Online

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33 h. ago No state creation request meets constitutional requirements – Deputy Speaker Kalu

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has revealed that none of the 31 requests for state creation met the constitutional requirements. Kalu, who chairs the House Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, made this known on Friday at a two-day retreat in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. “Although we Read More

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35 h. ago Senate not for content creation, spokesman faults Natasha’s outburst

The Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, has criticised Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over a dispute concerning her seating arrangement in the chamber. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central under the Peoples Democratic Party, had on Thursday refused to use the seat assigned to her, citing Order 10 of the Senate Standing Rules, which protects members’ privileges. Read More

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35 h. ago FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 The Labour Party has been hit by a wave of defections, with at least 17 prominent members leaving the party since 2023. The exodus is attributed to the ongoing leadership crisis within the party, which has created an uncertain environment for politicians seeking to advance their careers. The defections are a significant blow to the […] FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 Tribune Online

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38 h. ago May Edochie Condemns Fake Social Media Pages Spreading Lies About Daughter Danielle

Nigerian actress May Edochie, the estranged wife of Yul Edochie, has taken to Facebook to express her concerns about fake pages created to tarnish the reputation of her daughter, Danielle. On Thursday, the businesswoman took to Facebook to stand up for her daughter, disclosing that some people had set up fake profiles to depict her […] The post May Edochie Condemns Fake Social Media Pages Spreading Lies About Daughter Danielle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Industrialisation: Federal Gov’t May Stop Patronage Of Toyota, Other Vehicles

The federal government has said it may consider the option to stop the patronage of Toyota vehicles for government officials if the automobile company and others that are mostly used by government and its agencies do not show proof of major contribution to the economy, including job creation for Nigerians. Minister of state for Industry […]

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