38 m. ago Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure

Tribune Online Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure By Ismaila Isah IN a bold move to bridge the gaps in Kogi State’s road infrastructure and position it as a model of sustainable development, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has embarked on an ambitious strategy of leveraging multilateral partnerships to revitalize rural access, enhance connectivity, reverse environmental degradation, and boost agricultural productivity anchored on local […] Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure Tribune Online

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1 hour ago 160 volunteer men mobilised to boost healthcare access in Bauchi

Tribune Online 160 volunteer men mobilised to boost healthcare access in Bauchi 160 men have been engaged as a volunteer support group to promote and boost access to healthcare service delivery in Misau Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The men are operating under the Fathers for Good Health (F4H) initiative, a programme supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Bauchi Field Office. The Fathers for […] 160 volunteer men mobilised to boost healthcare access in Bauchi Tribune Online

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2 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arraigned Ibrahim Abubakar before the Federal High Court in Lagos over his alleged involvement in a N5 billion fraud scheme. Abubakar is facing a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal and the retention of proceeds from unlawful activities. He was arraigned before Justice Alexander Owoeye […] The post EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele

The Nigerian Senate has pledged to carry out rigorous oversight on the implementation of the N1.8 trillion Rivers State 2025 budget. The senate as promised to focus on sector-by-sector project delivery to ensure transparency, accountability, and real impact for citizens. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Chairman of the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers Emergency, […] The post We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

Jim Ovia, the chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, has sold shares worth N67.2 million in the financial institution. The transaction, read more Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

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4 h. ago Codix Bio to make HIV, Malaria test kits amid US funding cuts

Nigerian pharmaceutical firm Codix Bio Ltd is set to begin the local production of millions of rapid diagnostic test kits read more Codix Bio to make HIV, Malaria test kits amid US funding cuts

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5 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m

Tribune Online Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday ordered the remand of two self-proclaimed Islamic clerics, Saheed Atanda Aremu and Tolani Osuolale, at the Nigerian Correctional Centre over their alleged involvement in a ₦280 million fraud scheme targeting a medical doctor. Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos State Government has indefinitely shut down the Oko Oba Abattoir in Agege due to persistent unhygienic practices and serious breaches of environmental regulations. The closure was announced on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, following an inspection tour of the facility. […] The post Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg

Tribune Online BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by... BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO

Tribune Online Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO The Debt Management Office (DMO) has reported that investors once again demonstrated their confidence in the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Securities through the high level of subscription—₦91.42 billion—recorded in the recent Sovereign Green Bond Offer. Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State House of Assembly has urged the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Minister of Finance to immediately release all outstanding local government allocations through the lawful Local Government Accounts. The legislators condemned purported attempts by ‘unauthorised persons’ to approach the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for transactions relating […] The post Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

ALHAJI ADELEKE LUKMAN ALANI OLALEKAN v. GUARANTY TRUST BANK PLC COURT OF APPEAL (AKURE DIVISION) (ORJI-ABADUA; ANDENYANGTSO; ALlYU, JJ.CA) FACTS read more A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

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8 h. ago Insecurity: Zulum warns against negativity, highlights Borno’s recovery, resettlement efforts

Tribune Online Insecurity: Zulum warns against negativity, highlights Borno’s recovery, resettlement efforts He noted that major roads linking Borno to neighbouring countries—Chad, Cameroon and Niger—have been reopened, facilitating the movement of people and goods Insecurity: Zulum warns against negativity, highlights Borno’s recovery, resettlement efforts Tribune Online

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9 h. ago We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to view the Armed Forces as fellow countrymen and partners in progress, rather than as aliens, as they are often perceived. This is just as the CDS noted that the relationship between the military and the civilian population […] The post We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Nigeria, SA top African countries with most mobile phone ownership, usage

In Nigeria, South Africa, and other African countries, mobile connectivity is driving access to business, education, healthcare, and digital banking, read more Nigeria, SA top African countries with most mobile phone ownership, usage

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10 h. ago Federal Gov’t Borrowing Must Be Strategic, Beneficial To Nigerians – Rewane

Renowned economist and Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has advised the Federal Government to adopt a more strategic approach to borrowing, stressing that loans must be tied to productive ventures that benefit the Nigerian people. Rewane spoke on Thursday on Channels Television’s ‘Business Morning’ show, monitored by our correspondent. He emphasised […]

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10 h. ago Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has assured Nigerians of improved quality of telecom services within the next two months. The Commission gave the assurance during a media engagement in Abuja on Thursday. The Commission said there are ongoing investments in infrastructure and enhanced collaboration with industry players to guarantee this feat. […] The post Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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