4 h. ago Federal Gov’t Seeks Tangible Investment By International Oil Firms

  The federal government has called on major oil companies operating in the country to reciprocate its efforts in enhancing the investment climate by committing tangible investments to the sector. This appeal comes after significant reforms aimed at improving regulatory stability and fiscal competitiveness in the oil and gas industry. Minister of State for Petroleum […]

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13 h. ago Federal Gov’t Partners VHI On Development Of National Monuments

The federal government through the National Commission for Museums and Monuments has pledged to collaborate with the Vernacular Heritage Initiative (VHI) in the development of national monuments nationwide. Director general of the commission, Olugbile Holloway made the pledge the representative of VHI, Dr Obafemi Olukoya handed over the Egbo Egbo Bassey House Project reports and […]

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14 h. ago Housing deficit: FG urged to arrest high cost of building materials

By Oluseye Ojo Federal Government has been told that the current spiralling high cost of building materials has been widening the gap of 17 million housing deficit in Nigeria. The alarm was raised by Fendini Group, a frontline estate developer at the unveiling of Rayfield Gardens City Estate,  Ibadan, Oyo State, comprising a new range […] The post Housing deficit: FG urged to arrest high cost of building materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki All is not well at the  David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH), in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as medical and other  activities are suffering setbacks following the crisis between the host community and the hospital. The community and workers of the health institution held protest and […] The post War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago FG To Close Lagos Independence Bridge For Two Months For Maintenance

Federal Government has announced a two- month closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina-bound) starting from April 1 for essential maintenance and rehabilitation work. This was disclosed in a statement by Federal Controller of Works, Lagos State, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha on Monday. She explained that the bridge would remain closed until the end of May 2025. […] The post FG To Close Lagos Independence Bridge For Two Months For Maintenance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago FG to shut Lagos’ Independence Bridge for two months from Tuesday

The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina bound) starting April 1 for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, made this known in a statement on Monday in Lagos. She explained that the bridge would remain closed until the end of May 2025. Read More

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30 h. ago Oyo APC Restates Commitment To Tinubu’s Agenda, Lauds Chairman Abas’ Appointment

Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has restated its commitment to the full realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu. The party also enjoined every citizen to keep faith and refrain from acts capable of distracting the current federal government under the current administration which, it noted, was poised […]

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31 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Calls For Arrest, Prosecution Of Killers Of Travellers In Edo

Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has called on the Federal Government to arrest and prosecute those behind the gruesome murder of the 16 Northern travellers in Uromi, Edo State. The National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. Ezechukwu Ezechi, made the call in an exclusive telephone interview with LEADERSHIP in Enugu. He said it […]

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32 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Establish Renewed Hope Cultural Villages Nationwide

The Federal Government has announced intentions to create ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ in all 36 states to enhance Nigeria’s vibrant cultural heritage and stimulate the creative sector. Special Assistant to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Abiola Jagunlabi, in an interview with journalists in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, revealed that this initiative […]

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34 h. ago Federal Gov’t Prioritises Irrigation To Boost Food Security – Minister

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, has inspected the Makurdi Irrigation Project under the Lower Benue River Basin Authority, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to enhancing food production through irrigation and dry-season farming. The minister said that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader goal of achieving national food security. Speaking […]

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40 h. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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41 h. ago Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts

Tribune Online Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Despite the 22 million units of housing deficit in Nigeria, over N9 trillion worth of building projects are tied down in abandonment, experts in the built environment have said. Some of these projects lying wasting across the states of the federation, experts said, were mostly abandoned housing projects initiated by the federal government’s ministries, departments […] Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Tribune Online

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49 h. ago Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has called on the government to ensure that all those found guilty of the killing of hunters who were natives of Kano State in Edo State are brought to justice. The Emir made this appeal in his Eid message while also expressing his condolences […] The post Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio

Tribune Online FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has pledged to engage with the administration of President Bola Tinubu to secure a refund for the funds expended by the Ekiti State Government on the construction of federal roads in the state. FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has secured a 12 billion Japanese Yen loan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to boost food production under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme and Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP). Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, in a statement at the weekend by the Chief Information Officer, Eremah […] The post Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago I sacked six professors for sexual harassment within two months in Lokoja University – Ndoma Egba

Former Senate Leader and Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, read more I sacked six professors for sexual harassment within two months in Lokoja University – Ndoma Egba

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61 h. ago River Basins: After LEADERSHIP Report, Board Members Get Appointment Letters

The federal government has finally released appointment letters to members of the boards of the 12 River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) in the country. LEADERSHIP Sunday had reported penultimate week the non-issuance of letters of appointment to chairmen and board members of agencies, three months after they were announced by the government. The chairman of […]

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62 h. ago ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president

Tribune Online ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, President of the Academic Staff of Universities (ASUU) in this exclusive interview with TUNBOSUN OGUNDARE, speaks on wide range of issues including the state of the nation, mass production of First Class graduates by the private universities, update on the union face-off with the Federal Government, among others. Excerpts: WHAT is the […] ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president Tribune Online

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62 h. ago FG wages war against vandals of bridges’ infrastructure across Lagos

…Replaces iron railings with concrete guardrails The Federal Government continues to contend with the unwholesome activities of hoodlums, urchins and read more FG wages war against vandals of bridges’ infrastructure across Lagos

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65 h. ago Smuggled gorilla: FG reaffirms commitment to biodiversity conservation

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja    Sequel to the interception in Turkey of a smuggled baby gorilla from Nigeria, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to biodiversity conservation and protection of endangered wildlife species in the country.   The Ministry of Foreign Affairs gave the assurance in a statement issued in Abuja by its acting Spokesperson, […] The post Smuggled gorilla: FG reaffirms commitment to biodiversity conservation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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