51 m. ago DHQ Dismisses Claims Of New Terror Group Fethulla In Nigeria

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed report of the emergence of new terror group known as Fethulla Terrorist Organisation (FETO) in Nigeria. Director Defence Media Operations Major General Markus Kangye who dismissed the claims on Thursday stated that Nigeria remains an independent nation capable of making its own decisions, particularly on security and counterterrorism matters. […]

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3 h. ago Increase in import volume affecting Nigeria’s currency — Prof Opara

From Okwe Obi A former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Prof Kennedy Opara, has attributed the weak nature of the naira to the increased volume of imported goods. Opara, who is the Chairman of CSSP Farm, Gora, told journalists recently that Nigeria must look inwards, especially in agriculture, to strengthen the […] The post Increase in import volume affecting Nigeria’s currency — Prof Opara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago EFCC to appeal court ruling acquitting Fayose in ₦6.9bn money laundering trial

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to appeal the judgment of the Federal High Court in read more EFCC to appeal court ruling acquitting Fayose in ₦6.9bn money laundering trial

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3 h. ago Outdoor advertising industry: Entry submissions for 2025 Loma Awards opens

OOH Academy Nigeria has officially opened submissions for entries into the 2025 Location Marketing Awards (LOMA). The awards organisers are read more Outdoor advertising industry: Entry submissions for 2025 Loma Awards opens

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5 h. ago North Central Zonal Championship To Bridge Table Tennis Gap In Nigeria

President of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), Ishaku Tikon, has announced that the inaugural North Central Zone U-17 Boys and Girls Table Tennis Championship, which commenced yesterday in Abuja, aims to close the competitive gap between northern and southern regions of Nigeria in the sport. Speaking at a media briefing heralding the championship, which […]

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5 h. ago Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First HoldCo to 36.7%

From Chukwuma Umeorah Femi Otedola, Chairman of First Bank Holding Company (First HoldCo), has acquired a significant additional stake in the group, increasing his ownership to approximately 36.7 per cent. This follows the acquisition of 10.43 billion shares, amounting to about 24.9 per cent of the company’s total outstanding shares, in an off-market transaction executed […] The post Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First HoldCo to 36.7% appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Oyo Gov’t Increased Secondary School Workers To 26,436 In 6 Years — TESCOM

Oyo State Government increased the staff strength of its secondary schools from 13,730 in 2019 to 26,436 within six years in office of Governor Seyi Makinde. Chairperson of the Oyo State Post-Primary Schools’ Teaching Service Commission, otherwise known as TESCOM, Mrs. Olubukola Oladipo, made this known at a session of Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing, held […]

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7 h. ago Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years

Tribune Online Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years Oyo State governor, ’Seyi Makinde, has been credited for increasing the staff strength in the secondary schools from 13,730 in 2019 to 26,436 after just six years in office. Chairperson of the Oyo State Post Primary Schools’ Teaching Service Commission, otherwise known as TESCOM, Mrs Olubukola Oladipo, made this known on Wednesday during a session […] Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu

Tribune Online Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu Goodwill message to the national summit on the future of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy (organised by The Patriots) Protocols I feel highly privileged to have been invited to extend my goodwill to this historic gathering, a citizenled initiative on an issue so critical that it speaks directly to the stability, and indeed, the very survival of […] Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First Bank to 36.7%

Femi Otedola, Chairman of First Holdco, has increased his stake in the group to approximately 36.7 percent, following the acquisition read more Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First Bank to 36.7%

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10 h. ago Stakeholders advocate for a sustainable future in pharmacy practice

Tribune Online Stakeholders advocate for a sustainable future in pharmacy practice Stakeholders have emphasized that creating a sustainable future for pharmacy practice can be most effectively accomplished through intra- and interprofessional collaboration, patient-centered care, and the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and telepharmacy. They declared that global healthcare is evolving rapidly due to various factors, including pandemics, antimicrobial resistance, and the increasing burden of non-communicable diseases […] Stakeholders advocate for a sustainable future in pharmacy practice Tribune Online

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10 h. ago NLC, TUC, NUJ, others tackle VON DG over alleged victimisation of staff

By Philip Nwosu A coalition of organised labour and media unions in Lagos State has strongly condemned the recent redeployment of management staff and in-house union leaders at the Voice of Nigeria (VON), describing the action by the Director General, Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace, as arbitrary, retaliatory, and a gross violation of workers’ rights. In […] The post NLC, TUC, NUJ, others tackle VON DG over alleged victimisation of staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago The illogicality behind disengagement of staff at Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Company

I must confess it is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore the irregularities taking root at the Oyo State Pacesetter Transportation read more The illogicality behind disengagement of staff at Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Company

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11 h. ago We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor

Tribune Online We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor THE Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has expressed concerns about the increasing prevalence of mental health issues, particularly among students in Nigerian universities. He stated that this served as a reminder that university health services needed to gradually incorporate more specialized treatments while also expanding their offerings beyond curative care […] We have challenges with mental health, particularly among students, across all universities —Adebowale, UI vice chancellor Tribune Online

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12 h. ago FCC Chairman Seeks Collaboration With FCT Original Inhabitants

Acting chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Kayode Oladele, has reiterated the agency’s readiness to collaborate with the original inhabitants of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to promote inclusive development and equity. Oladele gave the assurance on Monday during a visit by the Maijagora Peace and Development Initiative, a non-governmental organisation representing the […]

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14 h. ago Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI

Tribune Online Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Renevlyn Development Initiative (RDI) in conjunction with Foodjustice has advocated for the adoption of planetary health diet as a panacea to increasing cases of non-communicable diseases, malnutrition and the negative impacts of existing food systems on biodiversity. The Planetary Health Diet (PHD) links a person’s diet to the health of the […] Adopt planetary health diet to save humans, environment — RDI Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Davnotch Open Championship: Organisers increase price money for winners

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Organisers of the fifth edition of the ongoing Davnotch Open Tennis Championship in Abuja have revealed that winners of the tournament will smile to the bank with an improved price money. President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), Ifedayo Akindoju, made the disclosure on Wednesday at a press conference in Abuja […] The post Davnotch Open Championship: Organisers increase price money for winners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m

Tribune Online Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m The Qatar Charity Organisation has donated economic empowerment equipment worth over N300 million to 60 widows and Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Senegal, Zimbabwe, eight other African countries with highest petrol prices in July 2025

Tribune Online Senegal, Zimbabwe, eight other African countries with highest petrol prices in July 2025 An increase in fuel prices often concerns consumers and governments across many African countries, as fuel... Senegal, Zimbabwe, eight other African countries with highest petrol prices in July 2025 Tribune Online

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21 h. ago JAMB Registrar Decries Indiscriminate Honorary Degree Awards By Varsities

The registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Is-haq Oloyede, on Wednesday, decried the alleged indiscriminate award of honorary degrees to individuals in and outside the country. Oloyede spoke at the investiture ceremony organised by the University of Ilorin where 65 distinguished Nigerians were honoured for their contributions to the university and […]

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