2 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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3 h. ago Minister urges agencies to adopt INTERPOL strategies to tackle insecurity

The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on security agencies in Nigeria to adopt international policing standards, particularly those employed by INTERPOL, to address the country’s growing security challenges. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Ministry of Police Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and the National Central Bureau Read More

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3 h. ago Senate accuses CBN of obstructing investigation into N30tn ways and means

The Senate ad hoc Committee investigating the Ways and Means facility provided to the Federal Government from 2015 to 2023 has accused the Central Bank of Nigeria of hindering its efforts to determine how the loans were utilised. The Chairman of the committee, Isah Jibrin, made the accusation after receiving an interim report from its Read More

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3 h. ago Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment

Tribune Online Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has advocated for collective efforts to curb desert encroachment. Sir Onyeme stated that it is everyone’s responsibility to preserve and protect the environment for future generations. The deputy governor made this statement on Tuesday during a tree-planting session and a tour of the facilities at Nelson […] Delta deputy gov calls for collective efforts to check desert encroachment Tribune Online

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4 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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4 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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5 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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6 h. ago Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst

Tribune Online Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst The Senate on Tuesday, directed its Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions to investigate what it called “disorderly conduct” of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on the floor of the house last week, asking the panel to turn in a report within three weeks. Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Surgeon Urges Gov’t To Invest In Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery

Despite the challenges faced by Nigeria’s healthcare system, Nigerian plastic surgeon and burn consultant, Dr. Ayobami Aranmolate Rasheed, has said that he remained optimistic about the future, calling on government at all levels to invest more in healthcare and training. He said Nigeria can become a global destination for medical tourism. Dr Rasheed, who is […]

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7 h. ago Remove tax bill sections conflicting with Sharia, NSCIA urges Senate

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has urged the Senate to remove sections of the tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. The NSCIA made the appeal in a memorandum submitted to the Senate Committee on Finance on Tuesday. The council also called on the upper chamber to Read More

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8 h. ago Minister seeks relief, incentives for PWDs in proposed tax reforms

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has called for a more inclusive approach to tax reforms, focusing on better support for persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups. Yilwatda made this call at an Inclusive Tax Reform town hall meeting with leaders of the disability community in Abuja on Tuesday. Read More

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9 h. ago Fire guts Ladipo market, destroys goods worth millions of Naira

Fire on Tuesday gutted some shops in the Ladipo market destroying goods worth millions of Naira. The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday. He said that the agency received distress calls through its 767 and 112 Read More

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9 h. ago Recognise Abiola as former president, Orji Kalu tells Tinubu

Former Abia State Governor and current Senator for Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to officially recognise the late Chief MKO Abiola as one of Nigeria’s past presidents. Kalu suggested that Abiola’s portrait should be placed alongside those of other former leaders at the Presidential Villa as a sign of Read More

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9 h. ago Kalu Urges IBB To Expose Those Behind June 12 Election Annulment

Former Abia State governor and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on former military president Ibrahim Babangida to fully disclose the events surrounding the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election in the second edition of his book. Addressing journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, Senator Kalu responded to recent […]

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9 h. ago Food Production: Nigeria Receives First Batch Of Farm Implements From Belarus

The Federal Government has received the first batch of 2,000 tractors and 9,027 other farming equipment from Belarus as part of efforts to enhance mechanised farming and accelerate food production across the country. The Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, confirmed the development in a video posted on X.com on Tuesday. […]

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9 h. ago Aviation workers fault draft agreement documents on airport concession 

Aviation unions in the country have condemned what they called draft agreement documents being paraded for the concession of some read more Aviation workers fault draft agreement documents on airport concession 

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10 h. ago APC disowns Delta leadership council, says body not party organ

The National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress has dismissed reports suggesting it approved the inauguration of a leadership council in its Delta State chapter. In a statement issued on Tuesday, in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, clarified that the NWC had not granted such approval. “The attention of the National Read More

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11 h. ago Osun LG Crisis: Northern Groups Urge Tinubu To Maintain Neutrality

Three prominent northern advocacy groups have called on President Bola Tinubu to remain neutral in the ongoing controversy surrounding the local government chairmanship tenure in Osun State. The groups—Arewa Youths for Peace and Security, Arewa Renaissance Movement, and Aladun Gargajiyanmu Movement—warned against any presidential interference that could disrupt the fragile peace in the state. Speaking […]

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11 h. ago Stakeholders call for synergy on SEZ regulations to boost export growth

Stakeholders have urged Free Zones Regulatory Authorities to deepen collaboration with other government agencies that regulate Special Economic Zones (SEZs) read more Stakeholders call for synergy on SEZ regulations to boost export growth

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11 h. ago Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu … ask IBB to write vol. II, name those who annulled June 12 election Former Governor of Abia State, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare the late Chief MKO Abiola one of Nigeria’s presidents posthumously. Kalu said Abiola’s portrait should also be hung among the portraits of Nigerian presidents. […] Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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