77 m. ago FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed a total of N330 billion in cash transfers to poor and vulnerable citizens through the National Social Safety-net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). This was disclosed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. According to […] The post FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG restates commitment to safer environment, protection of ozone layer

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to safeguarding the environment and to protect the Ozone to enhance clean environment and address climate change. Minister of Environment, Malam Balerebe Lawal, stated this at the 40th anniversary of the Vienna Convention and 2025 Ozone Day in Abuja, yesterday. The celebration with the theme: “From Science to […] The post FG restates commitment to safer environment, protection of ozone layer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago [VIDEO] AESG Chief Says Nigerians In Diaspora Should Be Allowed To Vote

He noted that Nigerians in the Diaspora invest in businesses, mentor start-ups, and serve as informal ambassadors for the country, yet remain unable to vote in federal elections. The post [VIDEO] AESG Chief Says Nigerians In Diaspora Should Be Allowed To Vote appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago FIFA World Rankings: Super Eagles Slip To 45th On Global Index, Remain 6th In Africa

In the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have experienced a further decline, dropping to 45th place worldwide, and remaining 6th in Africa. This disappointing trend continues amid a lacklustre performance in the 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign, led by Coach Eric Chelle. The latest rankings mark a drop […]

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3 h. ago Afriland Towers Fire: FFS Commiserates With Victims, Launches Task Force On Building Safety

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire that engulfed Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, on September 16, 2025, claiming multiple lives, including staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and others. In a statement on Thursday, Controller General of the FFS, Samuel Adeyemi Olumode, commiserated with […]

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4 h. ago Food sovereignty: FG pushes for more investment in tomato, cassava, maize

From Okwe Obi, Abuja To achieve food sovereignty, the Federal Government has pushed for more investment in staple crops like tomato, cassava, and maize. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, added that the cultivation would increase productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, strengthen food security, and ensure strong financial returns for investors. Kyari made this […] The post Food sovereignty: FG pushes for more investment in tomato, cassava, maize appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

Wale Edun, minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has called for a prudent management of public resources, read more Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

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7 h. ago Clean offshore environment, blue economy remain NIMASA’s strong focus – Adeyemi

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has in Port Harcourt restated its commitment to clean offshore environment and read more Clean offshore environment, blue economy remain NIMASA’s strong focus – Adeyemi

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7 h. ago Libraries Must Innovate To Engage New Generation – Prof. Anunobi

The National Librarian and Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria (NLN), Professor Chinwe Veronica Anunobi, has said libraries must innovate to remain relevant to the new generation. Speaking during an interactive session with staff to mark her fourth anniversary in office, Prof. Anunobi explained that while the mandate of the NLN remains […]

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8 h. ago FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC to lead discussion on digital economy

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria Export-Import (NEXIM) Bank, United Bank for Africa read more FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC to lead discussion on digital economy

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9 h. ago Aero Contractors showcases upgraded MRO capabilities at summit

Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest aviation company, made a strong statement at the just-concluded Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition in Kigali, read more Aero Contractors showcases upgraded MRO capabilities at summit

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11 h. ago Lagos, Ogun, Kaduna top states in IGR, human capital investment

…Water, sanitation, insecurity remain drawbacks Lagos, Ogun, Kaduna and Adamawa have outperformed other states in internally generated revenue (IGR), investment read more Lagos, Ogun, Kaduna top states in IGR, human capital investment

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12 h. ago Agency, Justice Commission Mobilise Against Wildlife Trafficking

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) and the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen wildlife protection in Nigeria. The director-general/CEO of NESREA, Prof. Innocent Barikor and chief of investigations at the WJC, Stephen Carmody, represented by the regional manager for West and Central Africa, […]

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12 h. ago Maritime Academy’s acting Rector lists key achievements in 10 months

From Isaac Job, Uyo The acting Rector, Maritime Academy of Nigeria, Oron, Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Kevin Okonna, has highlighted major achievements recorded by the institution in the last 10 months. Addressing a press conference at the 2025 Third Quarter Citizens’ and Stakeholders’ Engagement, held in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue […] The post Maritime Academy’s acting Rector lists key achievements in 10 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 4% FOB suspension’ll crash production cost, boost economy –MAN

By Merit Ibe The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has joined the legion of stakeholders currently applauding the federal government for suspending the reintroduced 4 per cent Free-on-Board charge on imports. According to the association, the move will help crash the costs of local production, deepen domestic value chain addition and ultimately galvanise economic diversification. […] The post 4% FOB suspension’ll crash production cost, boost economy –MAN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

13 h. ago New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries

Tribune Online New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries The Global Witness has released a report showing that land and environmental defenders across Africa continue to face different forms of attack in a bid to shut down dissent. Published on Wednesday, September 17, the report Roots of Resistance highlights the number of killings and disappearances of land and environmental defenders globally in 2024. In […] New report highlights plight of environmental defenders in Nigeria, other African countries Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Federal, State, Local Governments Share N2.22trn August Revenue

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), at its September 2025 meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, shared a total sum of N2.225 trillion to the three tiers of government as federation allocation for the month of August 2025 from a gross total of N3.635 trillion. […]

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17 h. ago FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has said that over 8.1 million households have so far benefited from its National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), representing a 54 per cent coverage rate as of August 2025. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who disclosed this at a press briefing […] The post FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago I know myself too well to end up with the wrong baby daddy – BBNaija’s Vee

Tribune Online I know myself too well to end up with the wrong baby daddy – BBNaija’s Vee Vee further described herself as strong-willed yet cautious when it comes to making relationship choices. I know myself too well to end up with the wrong baby daddy – BBNaija’s Vee Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Lawmakers, Governors Returning To APC Shows Our Strength – Yilwatda

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has declared that the party continues to enjoy popularity and acceptance across Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. It also insisted that defections from its ranks remain very minimal. APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, made the claim on Wednesday, while featuring on Sunrise Daily, a programme on Channels […] The post Lawmakers, Governors Returning To APC Shows Our Strength – Yilwatda appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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