1 hour ago Zero Waste Day: Senate Backs Moves To Engage 30m Youths By 5GEE Ecocitizen Campaign

In celebration of the International Day of Zero Waste 2025, Nigeria is set to showcase the 5GEE Ecocitizen campaign aimed at engaging over 30 million youths across more than 8,000 electoral wards in the country. The initiative, which enjoys the support of the Senate, seeks to mobilise more than 10 million community Eco-citizen Marshalls and […]

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7 h. ago SERAP To NASS: Reject Bill Seeking To Jail Citizens Who Fail To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the National Assembly to reject a proposed bill that aims to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of N100,000 on any Nigerian of voting age who fails to participate in national and state elections. SERAP, which made the demand in an open letter addressed […]

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7 h. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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10 h. ago Stakeholders seek mortgage innovations for inclusive housing

Real estate experts in Lagos recently called for policy shifts, mortgage reviews and private-sector-led innovations to achieve affordable mass housing that caters for middle- and low-income earners in Nigeria. They also called for the adoption of green building practices alongside modern technology for faster and cheaper construction. They gave these recommendations at the Nigeria Housing Read More

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to reform Nigeria, stating that his policies will position the country as the greatest in Africa. According to Tijani, Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms have earned him recognition as the best president in Africa and beyond. He highlighted the administration’s […] The post Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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14 h. ago NDYC Condemns Smear Campaign Against Matawalle, Cautions Against Politicising Insecurity

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has strongly condemned the smear campaign against Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, by some political elements. The NDYC described the campaign as a deliberate attempt to sabotage the ongoing fight against insecurity and destabilise the national security apparatus for selfish political gains. In a statement […]

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18 h. ago Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

At least 1,000 people have been confirmed dead, with 2,376 injured and 30 still missing, after a powerful 7.7 magnitude read more Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

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19 h. ago SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has demanded the immediate withdrawal of a proposed bill that seeks to punish Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. The bill, currently before the National Assembly, proposes a six-month jail term, a fine of ₦100,000, or both for eligible voters who abstain from elections. […] The post SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Long walk to corps members’ joy as FG begins new ‘allawee’ payment

Over six months after the approval of a new monthly allowance of N77,000 for members of the National Youth Service read more Long walk to corps members’ joy as FG begins new ‘allawee’ payment

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22 h. ago SERAP demands withdrawal of bill proposing jail for Nigerians who don’t vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and House of Representatives Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, to immediately withdraw a bill seeking to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of ₦100,000—or both—on eligible Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. In a letter dated March 29, Read More

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33 h. ago EFCC ignores court ruling six months after businessman’s acquittal

Six months after the Lagos State High Court acquitted the Chief Executive Officer of Rianol Energy, Mark Obisesan, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has reportedly failed to release his confiscated belongings as directed by the court. The EFCC’s Lagos zonal office had arrested Obisesan for possession of a suspected fake traveller’s cheque worth $10,000. Read More

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40 h. ago U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

The United States government has introduced a new immigration programme, selling 1,000 ‘Gold Cards’ at $5 million each, generating $5 read more U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

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40 h. ago Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students

Tribune Online Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Member of the House of Representatives representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Wole Oke has awarded scholarships to 1,000 indigent students who aspire to the Osun State Technical Education. The initiative, according to the lawmaker, was part of commitment to education and support to the administration of […] Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

…says Bodo attack on pipeline was clear sabotage With bombings and attacks on oil facilities in Rivers State in the read more Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

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49 h. ago Edo travellers killing disheartening, violation of right to life – NANS

The National Association of Nigerian Students has strongly condemned the killing of travellers in Esan North-East Local Government Area, Edo State. In a statement by its National President, Oladoja Olushola, NANS described the attack as “disheartening, highly condemnable, and a violation of the right to life.” The victims, who were travelling in a truck and Read More

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50 h. ago I will refund N6,000 my husband paid as my bride price —Wife

Tribune Online I will refund N6,000 my husband paid as my bride price —Wife •I won’t accept anything less than N200,000 —Husband A Shari’a court sitting at Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, has dissolved the union between Yusuf Faruq and Kafayat Hamza after the latter paid N200,000 to redeem herself from the marriage. The judge, Malam Kabir Muhammad stated that a wife has the right to redeem herself from a […] I will refund N6,000 my husband paid as my bride price —Wife Tribune Online

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53 h. ago More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria

Tribune Online More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria •Says railways, roads, ports, airports, power stations, communication backbone networks already delivered, Nigeria should shift toward high-value-added goods export In this exclusive interview with Abuja Bureau Chief, LEON USIGBE, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, YU DUNHAI, evaluates the state of Nigeria-China relations, highlighting key achievements and future prospects. China-Nigeria relations have evolved significantly in recent years. […] More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Tribune Online

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54 h. ago Building sustainable economic structures through policy: Atiku Bagudu’s bold moves for economic inclusion

Abubakar Atiku Bagudu was born on December 26, 1961, in Gwandu, Kebbi State. He pursued a degree in Economics at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, followed by a Master’s in Economics from the University of Jos. His passion for economic policy led him to Columbia University, New York, where he earned a second Master’s degree in […] The post Building sustainable economic structures through policy: Atiku Bagudu’s bold moves for economic inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Oyo fines 32 offenders N50,000 each for dumping of waste illegally

Oyo State Government on Friday prosecuted 32 individuals for indiscriminate waste disposal, including dumping sachet water nylons, refuse, and other waste materials at road medians and unauthorised places. The Tribunal judge, Barrister Olumide Abifarin, disclosed this during a hearing held at the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ibadan. A statement by the Commissioner for Read More

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