23 m. ago FG launches Irrigate Nigeria in Bauchi to boost food security

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has commended President Bola Tinubu for launching the Irrigate Nigeria Project, saying it is a testimony of his leadership ingenuity and innovative spirit to remove millions of citizens out of hunger. Speaking at Udubo in Gamawa Local Government Area of the state on Saturday during […] The post FG launches Irrigate Nigeria in Bauchi to boost food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 m. ago Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024

By Chinelo Obogo In a grand ceremony held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lagos, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, the Group Managing Director of Nedcomoaks, was honored with ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ award for 2024. The event, which brought together top executives from the corporate world, oil and gas industry, banking sector, and prominent […] The post Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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78 m. ago APC alerts security over PDP’s planned protest at Edo tribunal

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has petitioned security agencies, including the Nigeria Army, over plans by some elements of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stage a protest on Tuesday in Abuja, allegedly to influence proceedings at the Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in […] The post APC alerts security over PDP’s planned protest at Edo tribunal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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79 m. ago FULL LIST: Tinubu approves licences for 11 private universities

President Bola Tinubu has approved provisional licences for 11 new private universities in Nigeria. According to a statement on X by the President’s Special Adviser on Media & Public Communication, Sunday Dare, Tinubu granted the approvals during the Federal Executive Council meeting on Monday. Below is the list of the newly approved private universities: New Read More

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81 m. ago Ogun cashew merchants urge Tinubu, Abiodun to end checkpoints extortion

Cashew merchants and exporters in Ogun State have called on President Bola Tinubu, the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, and security agencies to intervene in the alleged daily extortion they suffer from security operatives while transporting cashews from farms to warehouses. The merchants, under the aegis of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria, Ogun State chapter, Read More

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81 m. ago CAN exhibiting double standards over Ramadan school closures — MURIC

The Muslim Rights Concern has issued a rebuttal to the Christian Association of Nigeria’s condemnation of the decision by four Northern states—Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi—to extend school closures for the Ramadan period. MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, accused CAN of overstepping its bounds and exhibiting double standards in matters concerning the Muslim community. Read More

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88 m. ago ECOWAS Parliament’s 1st Deputy Speaker, Barau, applauds President Tinubu’s commitment to West Africa stability, economic integration

The First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his exemplary leadership and unwavering dedication to the advancement of the West African region. Senator Barau described President Tinubu, the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State […] The post ECOWAS Parliament’s 1st Deputy Speaker, Barau, applauds President Tinubu’s commitment to West Africa stability, economic integration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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96 m. ago Nigerians cannot endure additional day after May 2027, says new political party

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A political group, Team New Nigeria (TNN), has expressed its intention to transform into a full fledged political party in Nigeria. National President of the team, Modibbo Farakwai, who spoke at the public presentation of the party at the Sani Abacha Stadium, said the proposed party would usher in good governance […] The post Nigerians cannot endure additional day after May 2027, says new political party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago SSANIP urges swift implementation of new minimum wage, polytechnic reforms

Tribune Online SSANIP urges swift implementation of new minimum wage, polytechnic reforms The Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics (SSANIP) has called on the Federal and State Governments to urgently implement the new minimum wage and settle outstanding wage arrears to ease the economic hardship faced by workers. SSANIP urges swift implementation of new minimum wage, polytechnic reforms Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NNPCL has reduced petrol price to N860/litre, marketers claim

Some retail outlets belonging to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have adjusted the petrol pump price to N860 per litre. PUNCH Online observed that while there is no official communication from the NNPCL Retail yet, some stations in Lagos adjusted their pumps to N860 per litre, down from N945 as of Sunday. This comes Read More

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2 h. ago UK, Nigeria strengthen trade relations to boost economic growth

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade relations and driving economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria’s National Quality Policy under the Standards Partnership Programme– Phase II. This was issued in a statement from the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos on Monday. Launched in June 2024, the SPP – Read More

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2 h. ago Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

Nigeria has set its sights on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as leverage to expand its insurance industry read more Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

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2 h. ago Customs seizes 273,670 litres of petrol worth N274m in three months

Tribune Online Customs seizes 273,670 litres of petrol worth N274m in three months The Operation Whirlwind unit of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), on Monday announced the seizure of 273,670 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) worth N274 million in the last three months. Customs seizes 273,670 litres of petrol worth N274m in three months Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria

Tribune Online Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has criticized the decision by some northern state governors to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan, describing it as a violation of the country’s secular principles and a threat to education. In a statement signed by CBCN President Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji and Secretary Bishop Donatus A. […] Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 h. ago PHOTOS: Barau hails Tinubu’s leadership at Lagos ECOWAS session

Senator Barau Jibrin, First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, describing him as a “beacon of inspiration” for the West African subregion. Barau made these remarks on Monday during the opening ceremony of the 2025 First Extraordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament, Read More

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2 h. ago DLM Securities Unveils Innovative Trading Portal To Unlock Retail, Institutional Investors

DLM Securities, a subsidiary of DLM Capital Group, and market leader on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, has unveiled an innovative online trading portal designed to simplify financials and stock trading for investors. The online trading platform is designed to provide retail and institutional investors with seamless, efficient and automated trading driven by technology and market […]

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2 h. ago Indomie Shows Love with Scholarship Award to 100 JSS 3 Students  in  Kaduna

For many Junior Secondary School students in Kaduna State, February 19, 2025, will be remembered as a turning point in their academic journeys. On this day, Dufil Prima Foods, makers of Indomie Noodles, known for its long-standing commitment to supporting Nigerian children, showed immense love by awarding scholarships to 100 students across 10 government junior Read More

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3 h. ago “I Didn’t See Seven Years Of Childlessness As Challenge” – Norbert Young

Veteran Nollywood actor Norbert Young and his wife, Gloria, have opened up about their seven-year struggle with childlessness, sharing how it impacted them both personally and as a couple. During an interview with Tope on Love Notes, which gained traction on Sunday, the couple discussed the emotional toll of their childlessness. Gloria spoke about the […] The post “I Didn’t See Seven Years Of Childlessness As Challenge” – Norbert Young appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget

Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Sim Fubara 48 hours to present the 2025 budget to the members of the house. The lawmakers made this known during a plenary session in Port Harcourt on Monday. Recall that Governor Fubara had on January 2nd, 2025, signed a N1.1 trillion 2025 Budget into law after […] The post Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs

Brigadier General Buba Marwa, Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has announced the arrest of a suspected drug kingpin who had been evading capture for 17 years. The suspect was apprehended in Lagos with illicit substances valued at N1.4 billion. Marwa described the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the fight against […] The post NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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