4 h. ago Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report

Tribune Online Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report A report that examined the implications of privatisation reforms advocated by international financial institutions, particularly the World Bank, has revealed a pattern of systemic failures that continued to compromise water access for millions of Nigerians. The report, ‘Big Debt, Big Thirst: A Case Study of World Bank Supported Projects in Ekiti, Rivers and Bauchi States’ […] Why World Bank water projects in Ekiti, Rivers, Bauchi failed —Report Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso

Tribune Online Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, has emphasised the importance of the 45th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, studying and understanding Ifa Science. Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Researcher identifies safer alternatives for Alzheimer’s treatment

A Nigerian researcher, Isreal Onifade, has identified plant compounds that could help in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Onifade’s study found that certain plant alkaloids can block β-secretase, an enzyme linked to the buildup of harmful plaques in the brain. These plaques, he said in a statement he signed on Wednesday, are a major cause Read More

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16 h. ago Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN

Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the highest Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) position as of the end of 2024. In a statement by CBN on Tuesday, the report marked an increase from $3.99 billion at year-end 2023, $8.19 billion in 2022, and $14.59 billion in 2021. The growth in reserves reflects a combination of […] The post Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Canada’s 5 best places to work for women which are currently hiring

Some organisations which have named as the best workplaces for women in Canada are currently hiring in Vancouver, British Columbia read more Canada’s 5 best places to work for women which are currently hiring

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23 h. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Abia airport to engage manpower from host community – Craneburg

The Abia airport project consultants, CRANEBURG Construction Company, confirmed on Monday that they will engage skilled and unskilled manpower from the airport host community, Nsulu in Isialangwa North LGA of the state, in the prosecution of the project. The manager of CRANEBURG Construction Company, Seba El-Nemerwho was in Umuahia after the commencement of the clearing Read More

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26 h. ago Woman arrested for trafficking daughter for N50,000 to Mauritania

Operatives of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested a woman whose identity was not disclosed alongside an accomplice for allegedly trafficking young girls to Mauritania as commercial sex workers for N50,000. The Zonal Public Relations Officer, Umma Ayuba, disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the suspects were arrested at Read More

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27 h. ago Dollar squeeze forces Nigerians to explore alternative migration routes

Nigeria’s foreign exchange impasse is reshaping migration patterns, with many aspiring emigrants reconsidering moves to traditional tier-one countries like the US, UK, and Canada. As migration costs soar and visa regulations tighten, alternative destinations in Europe—such as Portugal, Finland, Hungary and Sweden—are gaining appeal due to lower visa requirements, a cheaper cost of living, and Read More

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27 h. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago USAID’s local and overseas workers set to be fired immediately

Elon Musk’s team, which is working to cut government costs, is finalising plans to completely shut down the U.S. Agency read more USAID’s local and overseas workers set to be fired immediately

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34 h. ago Soludo’s road projects boosting real estate sector growth in Anambra – Okonkwo

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Majescity Real Estate and Investment, Mr Okwuchukwu Okonkwo, has identified road construction across the hinterlands by Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, as a major boost aiding the growth of the real estate business in the state. Okonkwo, who made this disclosure in Awka […] The post Soludo’s road projects boosting real estate sector growth in Anambra – Okonkwo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago 2025 AFCON Qualifier: CAF orders replay of Cameroon vs Kenya over match

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ordered a replay of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between read more 2025 AFCON Qualifier: CAF orders replay of Cameroon vs Kenya over match-fixing allegations

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37 h. ago Nigerian Army Begins Recruitment For 89th Regular Recruits Intake

The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of online registration for its 89 Regular Recruits Intake Exercise for trades, non-tradesmen and women. The recruitment exercise which was made public on Monday via the Army’s official X handle, aimed at enlisting qualified candidates for the positions. According to the Army, the registration period will run from […]

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39 h. ago Gov Lawal secures confidence vote for implementing N70,000 minimum wage

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has secured a confidence vote from the Coalition of Rescue Support Groups, for implementing the ₦70,000.00 new national minimum wage. The group’s Coordinator, Rufai Ahmed Gusau, in a statement yesterday, pointed out that the action of the governor was a testament to his commitment to workers […] The post Gov Lawal secures confidence vote for implementing N70,000 minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Thailand’s rescue dogs provide emotional support to earthquake victim families

Thailand’s search and rescue dogs are taking on the role of emotional support animals for grieving relatives of victims of a Bangkok skyscraper flattened in a deadly earthquake. The 30-storey high-rise under construction collapsed in seconds on Friday when a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar, with effects felt as far as the Thai capital. Read More

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41 h. ago Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria 

…urges President Tinubu to intervene without further delay   From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigerians in Chicago, penultimate Sunday, protested against alleged poor investment environment, as well as demolition of their businesses in Nigeria, threatening to hold similar protests in all States of America, Canada and Europe until President Bola Tinubu addresses the issue of enabling […] The post Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Mortuary attendants arrested over dead man’s missing genitals

From Ogbonnaya Ndukwe, Aba   There was pandemonium resulting from a sad discovery by relations of a deceased young man in Abia state, that his testicles were missing in a mortuary his remains were kept. The situation led to the destruction of the mortuary and near lynching of it’s workers in Umuezibe, Obingwa area, along […] The post Mortuary attendants arrested over dead man’s missing genitals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Lagos Assembly workers apologise for assaulting DSS officials

Three officials of the Lagos State House of Assembly who were arrested for assaulting officers of the Department of State Services during the recent leadership crisis that rocked the legislative house have apologised to the service. The Assembly, in a letter dated February 14, 2025, and signed by the acting clerk, Babatunde Ottun, had invited Read More

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52 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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