55 m. ago FCTA Receives CNG Hybrid Buses From Presidential Initiative To Boost Public Transport

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday took delivery of four Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) hybrid buses donated by the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI), marking a significant step in enhancing public transportation in the nation’s capital. Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transport Secretariat, Chinedu Elechi, who received the buses on behalf of the FCT […]

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1 hour ago Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor

By Steve Agbota The Niger State Government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. “First, let me […] The post Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Oyetola receives World Bank, reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve to harness maritime potential

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, has reiterated the Federal Government’s resolve to harness the vast potential of its marine and blue economy, describing the sector as a catalyst for sustainable national economic growth. Speaking when he received a visiting World Bank delegation led by Mrs […] The post Oyetola receives World Bank, reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve to harness maritime potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG repositions steel sector, targets 10m tonnes of liquid steel

…Sector to generate 500,000 jobs by 2030 President Bola Tinubu has stated his commitment to repositioning the nation’s steel sector read more FG repositions steel sector, targets 10m tonnes of liquid steel

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5 h. ago FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid

The proposals were aimed at modernising ageing transmission infrastructure, improving supply reliability, and meeting rising electricity demand nationwide. The post FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago INEC, Army strengthen ties to boost electoral credibility in Plateau

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division and Operation SAFE read more INEC, Army strengthen ties to boost electoral credibility in Plateau

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7 h. ago $250bn African Pensions Fund To Address Gap In Oil & Gas Sector

The critical funding challenges facing oil and gas companies in Africa can be partially offset if the continent’s $250 billion pension fund assets are deployed to finance essential oil and gas projects. African leaders have also been urged to recapitalise the region’s over 1,000 financial institutions and national development banks to ensure their funds are […]

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8 h. ago Cross River boosts health security with public, animal health bills

By Damiete Braide The Cross River State Government is taking bold steps to boost its health security framework with the drafting of two landmark pieces of legislation, the Public Health Security Bill and the Animal Health Bill. Through the collaborative efforts of the State Ministries of Health and Justice, in partnership with the Nigeria Centre […] The post Cross River boosts health security with public, animal health bills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FIRS hits 2025 oil revenue target early, credits Niger Delta peace

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has met its 2025 tax revenue target for the oil and gas sector ahead read more FIRS hits 2025 oil revenue target early, credits Niger Delta peace

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9 h. ago 11PLC To Boost Productivity With New Manpower Sourcing Strategy

The Management of 11plc (formerly Mobil Oil Nigeria Plc) has made some changes in its manpower sourcing in a bid to improve service delivery to stakeholders. In the renewed move, employees engaged by the former manpower firm would be absorbed by the new vendor despite the ongoing changes. The firm said the old vendor would […]

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10 h. ago Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain

Tribune Online Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain PVAC has commended the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRD) for convening a critical engagement on the healthcare sector, Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain Tribune Online

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10 h. ago NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices

By Bimbola Oyesola and Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil in naira to the Dangote Refinery and other local stakeholders, insisting that such a move would help drive down fuel prices for Nigerians. The call came as Dangote Refinery announced yet another price slash, […] The post NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Waste to wealth: Firms unite to create jobs, grow economy through plastic recycling

By Merit Ibe                                               ibe.merit@yahoo.com  In an effort to save the environment, tackle rising unemployment, strengthen biodiversity and ultimately boost the circular economy, Alef Recycling, a bottle‑to‑bottle rPET recycler based in Ogun State […] The post Waste to wealth: Firms unite to create jobs, grow economy through plastic recycling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Introduction of railway technology and administration in our tertiary schools curriculum received a boost recently when Management of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) with five tertiary institutions on technology transfer and training. The five tertiary institutions that joined the pioneering ones are Yaba Colleege of Technology, Lagos, […] The post Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space

By Zika Bobby The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) has officially recognised United States-based astronaut Chief Owolabi Salis’s achievement, and Wikipedia has listed him as the first Nigerian to travel to outer space. According to the FAI, space flight is defined as any flight over 100 kilometers (62 miles) above sea level, and those who reach […] The post Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Gombe Governor Proposes 13 New LCDAs To Boost Grassroots Governance

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya has submitted a bill to create 13 new Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to strengthen grassroots governance. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a press statement signed by Ismaila Misilli, Director-General of Press Affairs at Gombe Government House. The statement highlighted the governor’s commitment to bringing governance closer to […] The post Gombe Governor Proposes 13 New LCDAs To Boost Grassroots Governance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply

Tribune Online FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the release of N13 billion as compensation for right-of-way acquisitions under the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Tinubu Pledges To Make Steel Sector Nigeria’s Industrial Backbone

President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s resolve to reposition the steel sector as the industrial heart of Nigeria and the hub of the nation’s economic diversification. Accordingly, the President outlined ongoing efforts by his administration to revamp legacy projects in the sector, such as the Ajaokuta Steel Company, the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria, […]

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25 h. ago FG eyes $10bn investment drive, rallies top gas industry chiefs

The Federal Government is ramping up efforts to attract at least $10 billion in investments into Nigeria’s gas sector, bringing read more FG eyes $10bn investment drive, rallies top gas industry chiefs

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26 h. ago Relief for Sokoto civil servants as state rolls out contributory health scheme

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto For years Hussaini Musa, a civil servant, had relied on out-of-pocket payments to treat his wife’s recurring illness, often forcing the family to choose between buying medicine and meeting other household needs. Now, with the launch of the Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Scheme’s formal sector programme, Musa and thousands of other […] The post Relief for Sokoto civil servants as state rolls out contributory health scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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