42 m. ago 1.7 million kg solid waste removed from Ogoni creeks — HYPREP

The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project says it has  successfully evacuated over 1.7 million kilogrammes of solid waste from the Ogoni creeks in Rivers State. This was revealed by HYPREP Project Coordinator, Prof. Nenibarini Zabbey, during the project’s first quarterly youth interactive meeting held in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. Providing an update on the environmental remediation Read More

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32 h. ago BGB Token Update & PEPE Price Moves Shake Up The Market While 1 Million Users Are Mining on BlockDAG’s X1 App!

The crypto world is seeing some major shifts, with new developments keeping everyone on their toes. From the recent BGB read more BGB Token Update & PEPE Price Moves Shake Up The Market While 1 Million Users Are Mining on BlockDAG’s X1 App!

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35 h. ago UPDATED: Portable remanded in Kwara prison over inability to meet bail conditions

Controversial singer, Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been remanded in the Oke Kura Correctional Centre in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, over his inability to meet stringent bail conditions imposed by an Upper Area Court in the state. This follows the singer’s appearance in court on Monday on the charges of defamation of Read More

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3 d. ago UPDATED: Boko Haram explosive kills eight, injures 11 in Borno

Eight passengers have been confirmed dead, while 11 others sustained severe injury when a bus traveling along Maiduguri- Damboa road in Borno state stepped on an explosive. Our correspondent gathered that the incident occurred around noon on Saturday. Confirming the incident to PUNCH, the Spokesperson of the Borno state Police Command, ASP Nahum Daso, said Read More

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3 d. ago UPDATED: Former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu, dies at 74

A former captain and head coach of the Super Eagles, Christian Chukwu, is dead. PUNCH Online gathered that the former Enugu Rangers coach died at the age of 74 in the early hours of Saturday in his home state of Enugu. However, the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear as of the time of Read More

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3 d. ago Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

The wave of renewed terror attacks sweeping across Nigeria’s northern region has particularly devastated Plateau State, where armed assailants have read more Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

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4 d. ago Cristiano Ronaldo teases Hollywood movie, unveils film studio

Cristiano Ronaldo has ventured into filmmaking, announcing his partnership with Hollywood director Matthew Vaughn. The Al-Nassr forward, who is also known for his business acumen, took to his official X account to share the update. Vaughn is behind the popular Kingsman franchise, and his collaboration with the sports legend has birthed a new film studio. […] The post Cristiano Ronaldo teases Hollywood movie, unveils film studio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago ICSAN unveils plans for N3.5bn national secretariat in Lagos

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria has unveiled plans to establish a national secretariat, expand its national footprint to Abuja, and rebrand its role in governance and administration. At a press briefing on Thursday, the treasurer of ICSAN, Mr. Francis Olawale, provided key updates on the institute’s projects, including the ongoing construction Read More

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5 d. ago NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed strong concerns over unethical practices reportedly perpetrated by some tertiary institutions in relation to the student loan scheme. According to NELFUND, certain institutions have been receiving student loan payments directly into their accounts but have failed to inform the students or update their fee records accordingly. This […] The post NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Presidency apologises for errors in Tinubu’s appointments list, promises update

The Presidency has apologised for the errors in the list of appointments made by President Bola Tinubu since May 29, 2023. PUNCH Online reports that the list was to counter the narrative about Tinubu’s alleged lopsided appointments, which was brought to the public by the Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume. In a recent interview Read More

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6 d. ago JUST IN: Sales of crude, refined products in Naira continues – FG

The federal government has announced that the sales of crude and refined product sales in Naira will continue as the initiative remains a national policy. Per the announcement, the policy will stay in place as long as it serves the public interest and supports the country’s broader economic goals. The update was shared on the […] The post JUST IN: Sales of crude, refined products in Naira continues – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago UPDATED: Rivers administrator defies court order, appoints council bosses

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Rivers Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd) has announced the appointment of administrators in the 23 Local Government Areas of the state. They include, Mr Okroiyobi Animiete (Abua/Odual), Mr Goodluck M. Ihenacho (Ahoada East), Mr. Promise Jacob (Ahoada West), Dr Tamunotonye Peters (Akuku Toru), Surveyor Atajit Francis (Andoni), Barrister […] The post UPDATED: Rivers administrator defies court order, appoints council bosses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago “700 Buildings To Be Demolished, Not 1,500 – FG Gives Update On Lagos

The Federal Government has announced that only 700 buildings will be demolished to facilitate the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, marking a significant reduction from the previously estimated 1,500 structures. This update was revealed by the Lagos State Controller of Works, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Tuesday. According to Kesha, […] The post “700 Buildings To Be Demolished, Not 1,500 – FG Gives Update On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago “I’ve Resolved All Outstanding Issues With Nigerian Government” – Portable Declares

Nigerian singer Portable has announced that he has resolved all outstanding legal matters with the Nigerian government and law enforcement agencies. The controversial musician shared the update on his Instagram on Tuesday, expressing his gratitude to fans and supporters for their unwavering patience during this challenging period. “To all my fans, supporters, show promoters, and […] The post “I’ve Resolved All Outstanding Issues With Nigerian Government” – Portable Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago UPDATED: Founder of defunct Diamond bank, Pascal Dozie, dies at 85

The founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and a former chairman of MTN Nigeria, Pascal Dozie, is dead. According to a statement issued by the family on Tuesday, the business tycoon died in the early hours of Tuesday at the age of 85. The statement from his son, Uzoma Dozie, who represents the family, Read More

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8 d. ago (UPDATED) Pirates attack passenger boat in Rivers, abduct five

Hoodlums suspected to be pirates have attacked a passenger boat in the waterways between Degema and Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, abducting five passengers. It was gathered that the boat was travelling from Bills in the December Local Government Area of the state to Port Harcourt when the incident occurred. A source said Read More

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9 d. ago Verve Unlocks New Frontiers In Digital Payments With Contactless Innovation

Verve, Africa’s foremost domestic payment card and token brand, is breaking new ground in the digital payments space through a bold push into contactless technology and key international partnerships. This strategic evolution marks a significant milestone in Verve’s journey to make payments faster, safer, and more accessible across borders. Leading the charge in innovation, Verve […]

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1 week ago (UPDATED) Anambra 2025: Soludo wins APGA primary election unopposed

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has emerged as the flagbearer of the All Progressives Grand Alliance for the November 8, 2025, governorship election in the state. Soludo was returned unopposed by no fewer than 3,260 delegates of the party during its primary conducted at the Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, on Saturday. The Read More

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1 week ago Disclose Your Budgetary Allocations, Others To Public Online, Federal Gov’t Mandates Tertiary Institutions

The Federal Government has directed all Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, and Provosts of its tertiary institutions to publish key institutional data on their official websites for public consumption with immediate effect. To comply with this directive, all federal institutions were required to update their websites not later than May 31, 2025. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf […]

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1 week ago UPDATED: China announces 34% retaliatory tariffs on US imports

China has announced it will impose additional tariffs of 34 per cent on imports from the US in retaliation for duties of the same amount unveiled by President Donald Trump this week as part of his aggressive trade agenda. The Ministry of Commerce said on Friday that the tariff would be imposed on all imported Read More

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