3 h. ago Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Governor of Rivers State and immediate past Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that politicians are not responsible for Nigeria’s problems, placing the blame instead on the docility of the masses. Amaechi made these remarks on Thursday in Abuja at the 2025 National Social Cohesion Dialogue (NSCD) and unveiling […] The post Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Customs seals 3 bonded terminals over infractions, seizes 27 smuggled containers

By Steve Agbota Intensifying its efforts to combat smuggling and non-compliance within the nation’s busiest port corridor, the Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday said that it sealed three bonded terminals under its command for various infractions. This is even as the Command also intercepted 27 containers of contraband goods valued […] The post Customs seals 3 bonded terminals over infractions, seizes 27 smuggled containers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra

Tribune Online Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra “This is not the time for blame or sensationalism. It is a moment for sober reflection, national solidarity, and truth, Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra Tribune Online

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8 h. ago WHO Launches Global Push For 50% Tax Hike On Tobacco, Alcohol, Sugary Drinks 

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a bold new initiative urging countries to raise the real prices of tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% through targeted health taxes by 2035. The initiative, dubbed “3 by 35”, aims to combat the rising toll of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), ease pressure on overburdened health […]

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9 h. ago Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A newly unveiled research report has brought fresh urgency to the call for inclusive climate change governance in Nigeria, particularly in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa States. The study, which highlighted the disproportionate impacts of climate-related shocks on women and persons with disabilities in these states, was commissioned by the UK Government […] The post Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Budget: Investing 30% in education key to driving local production — ECOWAS parliament

Tribune Online Budget: Investing 30% in education key to driving local production — ECOWAS parliament “We have to invest heavily in education, in technology, in innovation, so that we can industrialise our sub-region, transform our products. Budget: Investing 30% in education key to driving local production — ECOWAS parliament Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the conclusion of a two-day Strategic Workshop Retreat, the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Tunji Olaopa, unveiled a comprehensive plan to enhance the efficiency and transparency of Nigeria’s civil service. The retreat focused on implementing robust strategies to address workforce challenges, improve recruitment processes, and ensure dynamic governance […] The post Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two-day retreat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NiMet, ECOWAS strengthen ties on early warning systems, capacity building

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission are collaborating on regional early read more NiMet, ECOWAS strengthen ties on early warning systems, capacity building

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11 h. ago Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

Bloomwit, a fast-growing writing academy headquartered in Nigeria, has launched a new digital learning platform aimed at addressing what it read more Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

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12 h. ago ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi

Spokesman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has clarified that the newly formed political coalition under the ADC is not merely targeted at opposing President Bola Tinubu, but rather aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with news men on Thursday, Abdullahi dismissed the perception that the coalition […] The post ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The federal government, through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection […] The post FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Katsina earmarks ₦4bn for women projects targeted at over 800,000 beneficiaries

The administration of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State, says it is expending the N4 billion to support women-focused read more Katsina earmarks ₦4bn for women projects targeted at over 800,000 beneficiaries

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14 h. ago Atiku, Obi, Aregbesola, others are desperados, hijacked ADC – Onanuga

By John Ogunsemore Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga has taken a swipe at coalition politicians, describing them as “desperados” who hijacked the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for personal benefit. Onanuga said this in a Facebook post late Wednesday, hours after the opposition figures officially unveiled the African Democratic Congress […] The post Atiku, Obi, Aregbesola, others are desperados, hijacked ADC – Onanuga appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago “Tinubu Has Completely Destroyed Nigeria, Was Never My Choice” – Amaechi

Former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed his displeasure over President Bola Tinubu’s led administration. Amaechi claimed that he never believed President Tinubu was the right man to govern Nigeria in 2023. The former governor of Rivers State led this out on Wednesday, while speaking after the unveiling of interim executive of African Democratic Congress, […] The post “Tinubu Has Completely Destroyed Nigeria, Was Never My Choice” – Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures

Former senate president and interim national Chairman of African Democratic Congress, David Mark, has said that the coalition of opposition political parties will prevent Nigeria from collapsing into a one-party state. Mr. Mark led this out on Wednesday, at the unveiling of ADC as the platform for the coalition ahead of 2027 elections. The former […] The post 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Trump to meet five African leaders for trade talks – Nigeria not invited

US President Donald Trump will welcome leaders from five African countries to Washington next week for discussions about business opportunities. read more Trump to meet five African leaders for trade talks – Nigeria not invited

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19 h. ago Anambra massacre: Lawmaker urges Soludo, security agencies to go after perpetrators

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The member representing Ikwo/Ezza South Federal Constituency, Ebonyi State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Chinedu Ogah has condemned the killings of over 11  Ebonyi indigenes  in Ogboji, Anambra State, during  a meeting on Monday. Ogah, while condemning the dastardly act, urged Anambra state government and security agencies to go after […] The post Anambra massacre: Lawmaker urges Soludo, security agencies to go after perpetrators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade

By Steve Agbota Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has unveiled MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, the 349-TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) vessel is expected to […] The post Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Entrepreneur laments influx of substandard gadgets into Nigerian markets

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha An Entrepreneur and Fintech specialist, Mr Linus Ifejika has decried the negative trend and influx of substandard electrical and electronic products into the Nigerian market. Ifejika, Chief Executive Officer of B-Lord Group said even in faraway China, manufacturers have identified Nigeria as one of the countries where they can dump their […] The post Entrepreneur laments influx of substandard gadgets into Nigerian markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi

Tribune Online Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi In this interaction with the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, at the launch of ECOWAS SIGMAT connectivity and the commissioning of some welfare facilities at the Seme Custom Command recently, he shares insights into his philosophy of leadership and unwavering commitment to trade facilitation and national development. TOLA ADENUBI brings the excerpts. You recently launched […] Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi Tribune Online

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