2 h. ago COAS didn’t introduce automatic promotion — Nigerian Army refutes reports

Tribune Online COAS didn’t introduce automatic promotion — Nigerian Army refutes reports "The Nigerian Army has been notified of misleading and baseless claims currently circulating the social media, insinuating that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede has introduced an automatic promotion initiative for personnel who have served in their current ranks for five years or more. COAS didn’t introduce automatic promotion — Nigerian Army refutes reports Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Victor Osimhen hints at Galatasaray exit, confirms BusinessDay’s Man United transfer reports

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has hinted at a potential departure from Galatasaray, further fueling speculation of a summer move to read more Victor Osimhen hints at Galatasaray exit, confirms BusinessDay’s Man United transfer reports

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2 h. ago Insurance Brokers Link Business Success To Leadership, Agility, Impact

Insurance brokers under the auspices of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) said, the key to staying ahead of the curve lay in embracing three core principles of leadership, agility and impact. The council, at its 2025 Strategic Session held in Abeokuta in Ogun State at the weekend to strategize for the years […]

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2 h. ago Soneye Named Image Maker Of The Year For Transforming NNPC Public Image

The chief corporate communications officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Femi Soneye, has been named Triangle International’s Image Maker of the Year. The organisation, while announcing Soneye’s emergence, noted that since his appointment in October 2023, Soneye has revolutionised NNPC’s communication strategy, enhancing its public image through innovative media strategies and stakeholder […]

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6 h. ago Constitutional autochthony and referendums for new Nigerian Constitution: Comparison with 1999 provisions (7)

Introduction In last week’s feature, we x-rayed the experiences of some countries whose Constitutions evolved through the medium of referendum. In today’s edition, we will explore the possibility of treading such a path in Nigeria under the present Constitution, with an analysis of the key roles which certain institutions such as the National Assembly can […] The post Constitutional autochthony and referendums for new Nigerian Constitution: Comparison with 1999 provisions (7) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tax reform: Senate plans review as Customs, ASUU fault provisions

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, on Tuesday, warned against the proposed withdrawal of the education tax to the Tertiary Education Trust Fund as contained in the tax reform bills currently undergoing public hearing at the National Assembly. The President of the union, Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, said the scrapping of TETFund could lead to the Read More

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10 h. ago FG mourns death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda, orders probe

The Federal Government on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Nigerian professional footballer, Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. The Federal Government, in a statement issued by the acting spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and the entire Nigerian football community. Lawal, who was Read More

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11 h. ago Alex Onyia scouts global partners to revolutionise Nigeria’s STEM education

aims to give Nigerian children relevant and valuable education.   Alex Onyia, chief executive officer of Educare, has revealed his read more Alex Onyia scouts global partners to revolutionise Nigeria’s STEM education

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11 h. ago How Damola Adamolekun plans to revitalize Red Lobster after Fortress’ $70M Investment

Some months ago, Nigerian-American Damola Adamolekun was appointed CEO of Red Lobster following a $70 million investment from Fortress. The read more How Damola Adamolekun plans to revitalize Red Lobster after Fortress’ $70M Investment

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12 h. ago Abubakar Lawal: Death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda confirmed

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the death of a former Nigerian Under-20 international footballer, Mr Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. The Acting Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, in a statement issued in Abuja, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is deeply saddened by the tragic death of […] The post Abubakar Lawal: Death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda confirmed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Gombe gov lauds army’s efforts in tackling regional security threats

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has reaffirmed his commitment to sustained collaboration with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to ensure a coordinated and effective response to emerging security challenges. Speaking on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Armoured Division, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, at the Government House Read More

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13 h. ago Court stops police from using DNA result in paternity case against ex

The Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Nigerian Police Force from presenting a DNA test result as evidence in a paternity dispute involving a former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Kabiru Turaki, and Hadiza Baffa. Baffa and Turaki are embroiled in a legal paternity dispute, with Baffa asserting that the former Read More

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14 h. ago Ugandan police investigate mysterious death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal

Ugandan authorities have launched an investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal, who allegedly fell from a shopping read more Ugandan police investigate mysterious death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal

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15 h. ago FG demands probe into death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda 

The Federal Government has called for a full investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda. Lawal, a professional player with Vipers Sports Club, was reported to have fallen from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Kampala on Monday morning. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Read More

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15 h. ago Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has appealed to Senate to remove sections of the controversial tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law. NSCIA, in a letter submitted to the upper chamber on Tuesday, urged the lawmakers to address some parts regarding marriage and inheritance in the bill. The council also called on the […] The post Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago FG demands probes into death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda 

The Federal Government has called for a full investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda. Lawal, a professional player with Vipers Sports Club, was reported to have fallen from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Kampala on Monday morning. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Read More

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15 h. ago Terrorists won’t have breathing space in Nigeria – Army chief

The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede, has vowed that terrorists in Nigeria will have no respite until they are completely neutralised. He stated that the Nigerian Army is enhancing its strategies to ensure that more terrorists, particularly in the northeast, are eliminated from the country. Oluyede made this declaration on Tuesday during Read More

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15 h. ago Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough

Renowned Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has responded to the controversy surrounding former military president Ibrahim Babangida’s newly released book. Notably, the former military leader recently introduced his book, A Journey in Service. The revelations in the book have sparked widespread discussions, as it provided insight into some key events in the nation’s history. READ MORE: […] The post Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

The Nigerian Senate has said that the proposed Tax Reform Bills will serve as a critical step in achieving President read more Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

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16 h. ago OPEC restates commitment to unlocking Africa’s oil potential

The Secretary-General of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, Haitham Al-Ghais, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to unlocking Africa’s full oil potential, emphasising that it remains a top priority for OPEC. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the eighth edition of the Nigerian International Energy Summit on Tuesday in Abuja, Al-Ghais stated that the Read More

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