2 h. ago Governor Aiyedatiwa Approves Establishment Of Secondary Education Board

The Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Friday, approved the establishment of the Ondo State Senior Secondary School Education Board (OSSEC) to boost infrastructure development and management in the state’s secondary schools. LEADERSHIP learnt that the approval for the establishment of OSSEC was a direct response to the Federal Government’s directive mandated by the […]

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3 h. ago Implement Supreme Court Ruling On LG Autonomy, Stakeholders Tell Federal Government

Stakeholders from civil society, religious institutions, governance bodies, and development organisations, have called on the Federal Government to swiftly implement the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on local government autonomy, describing it as critical to reviving grassroots governance and accelerating national development. The call was made during a National Dialogue Forum with the theme: “Local Government […]

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3 h. ago Governor Mbah, His Appointees Will Dump PDP For Our Party – Enugu APC Leaders

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah is set to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) next week. The development was confirmed on Friday, by APC National Chairman Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda and Deputy National Chairman, South-East, Emma Eneukwu, during an event in Abuja. The announcement came as the […] The post Governor Mbah, His Appointees Will Dump PDP For Our Party – Enugu APC Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kebbi Customs Foils Smuggling, Confiscate Goods Valued At Over ₦109m

The Kebbi State Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted contraband goods valued at over ₦109.6 million within three weeks. The seizures were part of intensified operations aimed at curbing smuggling and protecting the economy in the North-West region. The Area Comptroller, Mahmoud Ibrahim, made this known during a press briefing on […] The post Kebbi Customs Foils Smuggling, Confiscate Goods Valued At Over ₦109m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago A Giant’s Farewell: Dr. Christopher Kolade (CON), HLR, Pillar Of Integrity And Hallmarks Of Labour Foundation Chairman

Dr. Kolade’s distinguished career trajectory served as a permanent reference point for young Nigerians. The post A Giant’s Farewell: Dr. Christopher Kolade (CON), HLR, Pillar Of Integrity And Hallmarks Of Labour Foundation Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago “Let Election Results Reflect People’s Will” – IPAC Urges New INEC Chairman

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Lagos State has congratulated Prof. Joash Amupitan on his recent appointment as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Lagos, IPAC Secretary and Lagos State Chairperson of the Action People’s Party, Mrs. Abiola Adeyemi, hailed Amupitan’s appointment […] The post “Let Election Results Reflect People’s Will” – IPAC Urges New INEC Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Your Allegiance Should Be To The People, Not APC – ADC To Amupitan

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, to demonstrate loyalty to Nigerians. The party advised that the new INEC chairman must prioritize national interest and uphold integrity rather than serving the agenda of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a […] The post Your Allegiance Should Be To The People, Not APC – ADC To Amupitan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Africa must build its own AI future with local data, infrastructure – NITDA DG

Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the director-general of Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has urged African nations to build up read more Africa must build its own AI future with local data, infrastructure – NITDA DG

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8 h. ago Mental Health, Career Growth Take Centre Stage As Baze Varsity Hosts 2025 Career Week

Baze University, Abuja, on Monday, October 7, 2025, commenced its annual Career Week, a three-day event designed to promote mental health awareness, career development, and student engagement. The programme has once again positioned the institution as a champion of student wellbeing and holistic education. The week began with a Health Walk organised by the Student […]

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9 h. ago ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination

  The African Democratic Congress has reacted to the nomination of Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission … Continue reading ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination The post ‘We’ll Give Him The Benefit Of Doubt’, ADC Reacts To Amupitan’s INEC Nomination appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Nigeria’s Economic Growth Hinges On Decisive Action, Says LCCI

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised the need for the Nigerian government to accelerate economic reforms to stimulate sustainable growth, improve living standards, and restore investor confidence. LCCI stated this in its presentation of the private sector perspective on the recently released Nigeria Development Update (NDU) 2025 by the World Bank, […]

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10 h. ago Africa must build its own data, computing power to drive AI growth — NITDA DG

By Chinenye Anuforo The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has called on African countries to strengthen their data sovereignty and computing infrastructure in order to fully harness the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking in Lagos during a panel session titled, “Shaping Africa’s Digital Future: Policy and […] The post Africa must build its own data, computing power to drive AI growth — NITDA DG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Customs Intercept Trucks Of Expired Flour Worth N1.2bn At Lagos Border

  The Seme Border Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announced on Thursday the interception of five trucks loaded with expired bags of flour smuggled into the country from Egypt. Displaying the expired flours at a press briefing at the Command’s headquarters in Lagos, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Compt. Adewale Adenuga stated that […]

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10 h. ago Ekiti Govt Assures Of Continued Delivery, Transparency, Lasting Legacy

  Ekiti State Government has vowed to continue focusing on delivery, transparency, and leaving a lasting legacy for the people. The Chief of Staff to the Ekiti State Governor, Mr Niyi Adeniyi, who stated this, said the present administration under Biodun Oyebanji, in its fourth year, would consolidate growth and development gains and engender accelerated […]

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10 h. ago New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Encomiums have continued to pour in on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the historic and commendable appointment of Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A northern group under the auspices of Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum (NENF) described the appointment as a well-deserved one, noting […] The post New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Lagos AG Orders Fresh Police Investigation Into Lekki Land Dispute

The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, has directed the police to conduct a fresh investigation into allegations of forgery and willful property damage made against a real estate developer, Alex Ochonogor, and his lawyer, Ademola Owolabi. The request follows a second police report, signed by Deputy Commissioner of Police Mohammed Dahiru, which exonerated […]

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17 h. ago TMC urges Islamic scholars to guide politicians toward national progress

THE Muslim Congress (TMC), Oyo State chapter, has called on Islamic scholars across the country to continually counsel political officeholders on policies and actions that will advance the welfare of citizens and promote national development. The call was made during the organisation’s 2025 ‘Annual State Lecture’, held on Sunday at the International Conference Centre, University […]

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17 h. ago Students’ Coalition lauds Ogun gov for launch of Gateway International Airport

By Omotunde Alawode The Coalition of Ogun State Students and Youths (COSSY) has extended a warm commendation to Governor Dapo Abiodun for the successful commencement of operations at the Gateway International Airport. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Ogun State’s infrastructural development and economic growth. In a statement by COSSY national convener, Oladimeji Uthman, […] The post Students’ Coalition lauds Ogun gov for launch of Gateway International Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Kogi Government Lauds Tinubu Over Nomination Of Amupitan As INEC Chairman

The Kogi State Government has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Tinubu over his nomination of Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, a distinguished son of the State, as the new chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A statement signed by the State’s Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, on Thursday, noted […]

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20 h. ago AMAC Exempts Residential Buildings From Radio, TV Taxes In FCT

The chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has directed the immediate withdrawal of the radio and television tax imposed on residential houses within the area council. The decision followed widespread concerns and outcries from residents who expressed dissatisfaction with the new levy. The directive was announced in a statement […]

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