93 m. ago Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders

Tribune Online Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders Stakeholders’ consensus was that mental health conditions affecting women are prevalent, and it is critical to accelerate actions to stem them in Nigeria. Dr Gbonjubola Abiri, a consultant psychiatrist, speaking at the March 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) Series of the Asido Foundation, said women are prone to mental health […] Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders Tribune Online

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98 m. ago Police dismiss report on herdsmen invasion of Enugu community

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has refuted claims of  herdsmen invasion of  Eha-Amufu, describing the reports as baseless, mischievous, and a calculated attempt to mislead the public and instill fear. Enugu State Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO), Daniel Ndukwe in a statement  yesterday,clarified that,”no community in Eha-Amufu or any part of Enugu […] The post Police dismiss report on herdsmen invasion of Enugu community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Barcelona Beat Atletico In Copa Del Rey To Set Up El Clasico Final With Real Madrid 

Barcelona will face rivals Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final after securing a 1-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Catalans progressed to final stage with 5-4 on aggregate from the semi-final tie. It will be the eighth time there has been an El Clasico in the Spanish […] The post Barcelona Beat Atletico In Copa Del Rey To Set Up El Clasico Final With Real Madrid  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG, UNIDO unveil $175m partnership for economic transformation

The Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) have signed a 175 million dollars Programme for Country Partnership (PCP). Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said the programme was to accelerate Nigeria’s industrial development and economic transformation during the signing of the agreement in Abuja, yesterday He said the […] The post FG, UNIDO unveil $175m partnership for economic transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of an improved variety of seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. The State Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Odey said items distributed included maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon and others. He stressed that a lot could […] The post C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Bayelsa monarchs, PINL rally support to protect oil pipelines from vandalism

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The monarchs from oil-producing communities in Bayelsa State and Pipeline Infrastructure Nigerian Limited (PINL) have reiterated the need to protect oil pipelines in their communities from vandalism. Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum in Yenagoa, pioneer chairman of the Bayelsa State Traditional Rulers Council and Ibenanaowei of Bomo Kingdom, King Warri Joshua […] The post Bayelsa monarchs, PINL rally support to protect oil pipelines from vandalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola

Tribune Online Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on maritime stakeholders across Africa to leverage the continent’s renewable energy potential to become a global leader in green shipping. The minister made the remark at the maiden Africa Strategic Summit on Shipping Decarbonization, held recently in Abuja. He stated that, with the International […] Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Tribune Online

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3 h. ago W’Bank lends Nigeria $1.08bn for education, nutrition, economic boost

The World Bank has approved three financing operations totalling $1.08bn to support education, nutrition, and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement on the bank’s website on Wednesday, the concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, building household and community resilience, and enhancing nutrition for underserved groups. The statement read, “The Read More

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3 h. ago LG autonomy: S’Court amended constitution to please executive, says Falana

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, on Wednesday, said the Supreme Court “went off the track” in granting the Federal Government’s request for local government autonomy. According to him, the Supreme Court amended the 1999 Constitution to grant the LG autonomy request in order “to please the executive”. He, however, criticised Read More

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4 h. ago Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC

By Steve Agbota Nigeria’s export market faces a new hurdle as Burkina Faso imposes a fresh duty, a move that could disrupt trade flows and increase costs for Nigerian exporters, the Sea Empowerment Research Centre (SEREC) has warned. The head of research at SEREC, Fwdr Eugene Nweke, in a statement, pointed out that the duty […] The post Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report

• AMCON lauded Arik Air successfully airlifted 2,239,176 passengers between January 1 and December 31, 2024, according to a report confirmed by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The airline, which has been under the receivership of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) since 2017, despite its challenges, also operated 10,699 flights within the year […] The post Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Bassambiri peace panel submits interim report to Bayelsa exco

• Diri extends tenure, warns errant chiefs Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has received the interim report of the steering committee on resolution of the protracted crisis in Bassambiri community in Nembe Local Government Area of the State. The chairman, Vice Admiral Victor Ombu (retd), yesterday, presented the report during the 158th session of the […] The post Bassambiri peace panel submits interim report to Bayelsa exco appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Minister of state for Works, Barrister Mohammed Goronyo, has said that Nigerians should be proud to have President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their President. He made this known in an interview with Daily Sun in Sokoto, recently. The minister also spoke on Tinubu’s leadership, the positive changes his administration has […] The post Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Federal High Court sitting in Umuahia, Abia State, has restrained the Abia state Government and her agents from engaging in fresh process for the appointment of new Judges in the state. The order followed an application brought by two litigants questioning Abia State Government’s engaging in a fresh process in […] The post Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory

• Gov extends Olive branch to Ighodalo, dedicates victory to Edo people  •PDP candidate goes to Appeal Court From Godwin Tsa, Abuja and Tony Osauzo, Benin Governor Monday Okpebholo has called on all citizens, including the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, to join hands for the progress of Edo State, […] The post APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience

By Uche Usim The World Bank has granted approval for three financing operations totaling $1.08 billion to bolster education, nutrition and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement released on the bank’s website on Wednesday, these concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, enhancing household and community resilience, and addressing nutrition […] The post World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked government at all levels to place high premium on prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Oyedepo posited that delayed payment of pensioners’ entitlements was injurious to society, adding that regular payment of pensioners’ […] The post Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Liberation Day: Trump slaps heavy tariffs on China, EU, others

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled a raft of punishing tariffs targeting countries around the world, including some of its closest trading partners, in a move that risks sparking a ruinous trade war. Speaking in the White House Rose Garden against a backdrop of US flags, Trump slapped the most stinging tariffs on China Read More

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6 h. ago Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout

The Ogun State Police Command has increased security measures around the Sagamu interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. This decision follows reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the area. The police aim to enhance safety and protect travelers within the area . In a statement made available to news men on Wednesday, the command […] The post Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup

Super Eagles’ forward, Victor Osimhen on Wednesday scored two goals as Galatasaray beat Fenerbahce 2-1 in a dramatic Turkish Cup quarter-final clash. Turkey international Baris Yilmaz provided an for Osimhen to get the opening goal after 10 minutes. The Nigerian striker then doubled his tally in the 27th minute from the penalty spot, giving his […] The post Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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