18 h. ago Adeleke promises vehicles, gadgets to boost Amotekun’s operations

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said Amotekun Corps in the state would soon get operational equipment, motorcycles, and vehicles to enable operatives to perform optimally. The assurance came after the chairman, Osun State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps), Assistant Inspector General of Police, Wale Abbas (retd.), had placed the demands of the command which Read More

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37 h. ago On birthday, actress Matilda Lambert unveils #7forGreen for healthier planet

By Damiete Braide Award-winning Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and environmentalist, Matilda Gogo Lambert, cares about the planet. As the founder of Tilda Goes Green Foundation, she is celebrating her birthday with the launch of #7forGreen, a seven-day global sustainability challenge aimed at promoting eco-friendly practices and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Running from […] The post On birthday, actress Matilda Lambert unveils #7forGreen for healthier planet appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago FG unveils 2025 SDGs short film challenge to drive storytelling for devt

The Federal Government has inaugurated the third edition of the SDGs-Short-Film Challenge, an initiative aimed at harnessing storytelling as a tool for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria. The event, launched by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals in collaboration with the United Nations Information Centre, Read More

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3 d. ago 3.5m IDPs: NALDA Begins Restoration Project To Reintegrate Displaced Farmers

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has rolled out a Restoration Project to reintegrate displaced farmers into agricultural activities. The move aims to restore farmers’ livelihoods and bolster national food security as a significant portion of Nigeria’s farming population has been displaced due to insecurity, with over three million people unable to cultivate their […]

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3 d. ago Imo begins CNG conversion as 60 auto technicians graduate from training

The conversion of vehicles to compressed natural gas will soon commence in Imo State following the training of 60 auto technicians. Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin made the disclosure in Owerri, during the CNG Empowerment and Awareness Summit which focused on education and empowerment. Osanipin said CNG-powered Read More

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3 d. ago Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has stressed the need for a harmonious relationship between state governments and mining operators to attract investment and boost the nation’s mining sector. Dr. Alake stated this during a mediation parley with Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and representatives from Segilola Resources […] The post Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Lack of consistency, coherence stopping policy implementation – SGF

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has identified inconsistency and lack of coherence as major obstacles to effective policy management in Nigeria. Akume warned that fragmentation across government institutions is slowing down national progress. Speaking at the validation session for the Draft National Policy Development and Management Framework on Tuesday, Akume Read More

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3 d. ago Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte

Tribune Online Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte The Technical Committee of the National Youth Development Bank (NYDB) has presented to the Federal Government, a groundbreaking proposal aimed at tackling the funding and inclusion challenges faced by young Nigerians. The proposal seeks to empower the youth and enhance their opportunities for development and was presented to the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele […] Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte Tribune Online

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3 d. ago UN commits $800m yearly to align with Nigeria’s development goals

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The United Nations (UN) has reaffirmed its commitment to aligning development efforts with the Nigerian government through the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), which has an estimated annual budget of $800 million. The framework, running from 2023 to 2027, ensures that UN initiatives complement Nigeria’s National Development Plan (NDP) while […] The post UN commits $800m yearly to align with Nigeria’s development goals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Creates Special Force To Tackle Terrorism, Cybersecurity

The federal government has assembled 800 soldiers from the Nigerian Army, Navy and Air Force for training as Special Operations Forces to boost the Nation’s security architecture and enhance Nigeria’s operational effectiveness in combating terrorism, insurgency, transnational crimes, and other asymmetric threats bedeviling the Country. Speaking during the opening of the Special Operations Forces training […]

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4 d. ago Fed Poly Ondo marks World Engineering day with road walk, exhibition, lecture

Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, joined the global community in celebrating World Engineering Day 2025, themed “Shaping our Sustainable Future Through Engineering” with a series of activities, including a road walk, exhibition and lectures. The celebration aimed to encourage students and raise awareness of the critical roles engineers play in the development of nations and […] The post Fed Poly Ondo marks World Engineering day with road walk, exhibition, lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago I Will Keep Contributing To National Development – Remi Tinubu

The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has said she will continue to contribute her quota to national development. The former lawmaker, who spoke after she emerged winner of the Independent Awards 2024 for Best Woman of the Year, dedicated the award to Nigerian women and youth. She praised their tireless contributions towards the nation’s growth […]

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6 d. ago Attacks by Sahelian terrorists: Niger, Benue, Edo states scramble to boost food supply, farmers’ security

By John Adams (Minna), Scholastica Hir (Makurdi) and Lucky Ighomuaye (Benin) Not a few people rejoiced at news that the prices of foodstuff had started to show a downward trend. This was a significant, pleasant and heartwarming development for the nation.     However, on the heels of the encouraging measurable drop in foodstuff prices […] The post Attacks by Sahelian terrorists: Niger, Benue, Edo states scramble to boost food supply, farmers’ security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’

Tribune Online ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’ Water, a critical resource for human survival, is facing a great distress engendered by climate change, human abuse, among others. In Nigeria and across the world, water is fundamental for economic growth, agriculture and food security, economic development, industrial growth, public Health, national security and environmental wellbeing. Over the years, concerns over the future of […] ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’ Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Rivers’ case is one more reason why we must seperate office of Attorney General from Minister of Justice —Lawyer, Ikimi

Tribune Online Rivers’ case is one more reason why we must seperate office of Attorney General from Minister of Justice —Lawyer, Ikimi Oghenejabor Ikimi is the National Chairman of the Centre for the Vulnerable and the Underprivileged (CENTREP). The Warri-based human rights activist and lawyer speaks to EBENEZER ADUROKIYA on the development in Rivers State. What is your take on the National Assembly endorsing President Bola Tinubu’s imposition of a state of emergency in Rivers State? I’m […] Rivers’ case is one more reason why we must seperate office of Attorney General from Minister of Justice —Lawyer, Ikimi Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Create policies to attract agric investments, stakeholders urge govt

Stakeholders in the agricultural sector have called for urgent policy reforms, increased investments, and technological innovations to strengthen the country’s food system. With food insecurity affecting millions of Nigerians, the agricultural experts, policymakers, and development partners convened in Abuja on Thursday for the National Stakeholder Dialogue on Food Security. The dialogue, themed “Achieving Food Security Read More

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8 d. ago Rivers crisis: Nigeria needs development, not power struggles — Gbenga Hashim 

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: Nigeria needs development, not power struggles — Gbenga Hashim  "Nigeria is a multi-ethnic nation with complex fault lines and competing loyalties. Extreme measures like a state of emergency should be applied with caution and fairness to avoid further political and social instability," he added. Rivers crisis: Nigeria needs development, not power struggles — Gbenga Hashim  Tribune Online

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9 d. ago FG partner U.S. to train Police officers on Weapons of Mass Destruction

Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has partnered with the United States DTRA to develop a specialized National Curriculum for the Nigeria Police Force. read more FG partner U.S. to train Police officers on Weapons of Mass Destruction

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1 week ago That our take home pay, may take us home: Enhancing public service through strategic remuneration (1)

The Nigerian public service stands as the cornerstone of governance and national development, serving as the primary mechanism through which read more That our take home pay, may take us home: Enhancing public service through strategic remuneration (1)

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1 week ago Mega farm estates will revolutionise Nigeria’s agricultural ecosystem – Adebayo, CEO, NALDA

Cornelius Adebayo is the Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), where he spearheads initiatives to enhance read more Mega farm estates will revolutionise Nigeria’s agricultural ecosystem – Adebayo, CEO, NALDA

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