1 hour ago Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure

Tribune Online Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure By Ismaila Isah IN a bold move to bridge the gaps in Kogi State’s road infrastructure and position it as a model of sustainable development, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has embarked on an ambitious strategy of leveraging multilateral partnerships to revitalize rural access, enhance connectivity, reverse environmental degradation, and boost agricultural productivity anchored on local […] Kogi: How Gov Ododo is leveraging multilateral partnership to transform road infrastructure Tribune Online

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3 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arraigned Ibrahim Abubakar before the Federal High Court in Lagos over his alleged involvement in a N5 billion fraud scheme. Abubakar is facing a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal and the retention of proceeds from unlawful activities. He was arraigned before Justice Alexander Owoeye […] The post EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele

The Nigerian Senate has pledged to carry out rigorous oversight on the implementation of the N1.8 trillion Rivers State 2025 budget. The senate as promised to focus on sector-by-sector project delivery to ensure transparency, accountability, and real impact for citizens. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Chairman of the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers Emergency, […] The post We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The National Coordinating Council (NCC) of the Obidient Movement has appointed a coordinating council in Osun State to mobilise people at the grassroots level. The newly appointed coordinator of the Obidient Movement in Osun, Engineer Sunday Olowu, on Thursday, said that the focus is to build a people-first political structure that […] The post Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity

Tribune Online C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity The Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) has advocated a shift from Nigeria’s current kinetic approach to a more holistic and non-kinetic strategy in addressing the nation’s persistent security challenges. The church, noting that sustained military interventions have yet to yield the desired peace and stability, called on the government and stakeholders […] C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

Jim Ovia, the chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, has sold shares worth N67.2 million in the financial institution. The transaction, read more Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

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6 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg

Tribune Online BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by... BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

…YtD return rises to +14.51% Investor confidence in Nigeria’s equities market increased further on Thursday as banks, especially those affected read more Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

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8 h. ago Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State House of Assembly has urged the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Minister of Finance to immediately release all outstanding local government allocations through the lawful Local Government Accounts. The legislators condemned purported attempts by ‘unauthorised persons’ to approach the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for transactions relating […] The post Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa

Tribune Online United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa United Capital Plc has officially commenced operations of its latest subsidiary, United Capital Asset Management West Africa Limited (UCAMWAL), with the launch of two CFA franc-denominated mutual funds: the UCAMWAL Bond Fund and the UCAMWAL Diversified Fund, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This milestone marks a significant step in the Group’s strategic pan-African expansion and signals […] United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa Tribune Online

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9 h. ago A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

ALHAJI ADELEKE LUKMAN ALANI OLALEKAN v. GUARANTY TRUST BANK PLC COURT OF APPEAL (AKURE DIVISION) (ORJI-ABADUA; ANDENYANGTSO; ALlYU, JJ.CA) FACTS read more A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

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9 h. ago Expelled NIPSS Course Participant Threatens Lawsuit, Demands ₦1bn, Reinstatement

Abuja-based public relations practitioner and founder of PRNigeria, Yushau Shuaib, has issued a formal pre-action notice to the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), demanding his immediate reinstatement into the Senior Executive Course (SEC 47) and compensation of ₦1billion for alleged reputational damage, emotional trauma, and financial losses resulting from what he described […]

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10 h. ago PICTORIAL: Customs Seizes ₦344m Arms, Cannabis In Ogun, Reaffirms Border Security Commitment

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s borders against economic sabotage and security threats. Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Command’s headquarters in Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, declared that the Command had intensified surveillance and strengthened […]

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10 h. ago Finance minister to attend Pearl Summit as Adedipe hints strategy shift

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has been confirmed as the Special Guest of Honour read more Finance minister to attend Pearl Summit as Adedipe hints strategy shift

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10 h. ago SWDC boss mulls strategy to attract investments, talents to South

Tribune Online SWDC boss mulls strategy to attract investments, talents to South-West Managing Director of the South West Development Commission (SWDC), Dr Charles Akinola, has said that the vision will be anchored on a strong regional development strategy where... SWDC boss mulls strategy to attract investments, talents to South-West Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Inside Selar’s rise: The platform fuelling Africa’s creator economy

From humble beginnings to becoming one of Africa’s fastest-growing digital commerce platforms, Selar is proof that a side project can read more Inside Selar’s rise: The platform fuelling Africa’s creator economy

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10 h. ago Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47

Tribune Online Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47 The founder of PRNigeria, Malam Yushau Shuaib, has demanded his immediate reinstatement into the Senior Executive Course (SEC 47) by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS). Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47 Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Tinubu arrives Kaduna, to commission skill institute, hospital, 100 CNG buses

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday arrived in Kaduna State, at the invitation of Governor UBA Sani, to commission projects executed read more Tinubu arrives Kaduna, to commission skill institute, hospital, 100 CNG buses

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