41 m. ago W’Bank lends Nigeria $1.08bn for education, nutrition, economic boost

The World Bank has approved three financing operations totalling $1.08bn to support education, nutrition, and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement on the bank’s website on Wednesday, the concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, building household and community resilience, and enhancing nutrition for underserved groups. The statement read, “The Read More

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41 m. ago N500,000 bill: Lagos hospital mum after death of pregnant woman

A private hospital  (name withheld) in the Ibeju/Lekki area of Lagos State, where a doctor allegedly refused to treat a pregnant woman, known as Kemi, due to her husband’s inability to make an upfront payment of N500,000, has remained silent over the incident. The tragic incident, in which the pregnant woman reportedly died, was first Read More

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44 m. ago LG autonomy: S’Court amended constitution to please executive, says Falana

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, on Wednesday, said the Supreme Court “went off the track” in granting the Federal Government’s request for local government autonomy. According to him, the Supreme Court amended the 1999 Constitution to grant the LG autonomy request in order “to please the executive”. He, however, criticised Read More

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48 m. ago Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC

By Steve Agbota Nigeria’s export market faces a new hurdle as Burkina Faso imposes a fresh duty, a move that could disrupt trade flows and increase costs for Nigerian exporters, the Sea Empowerment Research Centre (SEREC) has warned. The head of research at SEREC, Fwdr Eugene Nweke, in a statement, pointed out that the duty […] The post Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 m. ago Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report

• AMCON lauded Arik Air successfully airlifted 2,239,176 passengers between January 1 and December 31, 2024, according to a report confirmed by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The airline, which has been under the receivership of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) since 2017, despite its challenges, also operated 10,699 flights within the year […] The post Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 m. ago Bassambiri peace panel submits interim report to Bayelsa exco

• Diri extends tenure, warns errant chiefs Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has received the interim report of the steering committee on resolution of the protracted crisis in Bassambiri community in Nembe Local Government Area of the State. The chairman, Vice Admiral Victor Ombu (retd), yesterday, presented the report during the 158th session of the […] The post Bassambiri peace panel submits interim report to Bayelsa exco appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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77 m. ago Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Minister of state for Works, Barrister Mohammed Goronyo, has said that Nigerians should be proud to have President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their President. He made this known in an interview with Daily Sun in Sokoto, recently. The minister also spoke on Tinubu’s leadership, the positive changes his administration has […] The post Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Federal High Court sitting in Umuahia, Abia State, has restrained the Abia state Government and her agents from engaging in fresh process for the appointment of new Judges in the state. The order followed an application brought by two litigants questioning Abia State Government’s engaging in a fresh process in […] The post Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory

• Gov extends Olive branch to Ighodalo, dedicates victory to Edo people  •PDP candidate goes to Appeal Court From Godwin Tsa, Abuja and Tony Osauzo, Benin Governor Monday Okpebholo has called on all citizens, including the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, to join hands for the progress of Edo State, […] The post APC floors AA, AP, PDP as tribunal affirms Okpebholo’s victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience

By Uche Usim The World Bank has granted approval for three financing operations totaling $1.08 billion to bolster education, nutrition and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement released on the bank’s website on Wednesday, these concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, enhancing household and community resilience, and addressing nutrition […] The post World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked government at all levels to place high premium on prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Oyedepo posited that delayed payment of pensioners’ entitlements was injurious to society, adding that regular payment of pensioners’ […] The post Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout

The Ogun State Police Command has increased security measures around the Sagamu interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. This decision follows reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the area. The police aim to enhance safety and protect travelers within the area . In a statement made available to news men on Wednesday, the command […] The post Security Boost At Sagamu Interchange After Police Uncover Criminal Hideout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup

Super Eagles’ forward, Victor Osimhen on Wednesday scored two goals as Galatasaray beat Fenerbahce 2-1 in a dramatic Turkish Cup quarter-final clash. Turkey international Baris Yilmaz provided an for Osimhen to get the opening goal after 10 minutes. The Nigerian striker then doubled his tally in the 27th minute from the penalty spot, giving his […] The post Osimhen Scores Brace As Galatasaray Knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce Out Of Turkish Cup appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) calls on Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders, criticizing the dominance of the “rule of rulers” over the rule of law. He advocates for active citizen participation in combating corruption, especially at the local level. Falana emphasizes the importance of budget transparency and holding leaders responsible for public fund […] The post Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Edo Gubernatorial: Tribunal Upholds Okpebholo’s Victory, Dismisses Ighodalo’s Petition

Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has affirmed Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress as the winner of September 21 governorship election in the state. In a unanimous judgment, the three-member panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, on Wednesday in Abuja, dismissed the petition filed by Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo. […] The post Edo Gubernatorial: Tribunal Upholds Okpebholo’s Victory, Dismisses Ighodalo’s Petition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa

The Nigerian Military, in collaboration with Briech UAS, has unveiled the first and largest indigenous attack drones and bombs in Nigeria and Africa. The unveiling took place on at the Briech UAS’s headquarters in Abuja. This milestone marks a significant achievement for the Nigerian military, as it strengthens the country’s defense capabilities with locally developed […] The post Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reopened the Onitsha Head Bridge drug market, popularly known as ‘Ogbo Ogwu,’ under strict conditions. Announcing the decision in a statement on Wednesday, NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that shop owners must comply with stringent administrative guidelines before resuming operations, she […] The post NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market, Sets Strict Compliance Rules appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG

The Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, has commended the people of Uromi for their role in rescuing 11 out of 27 travellers affected by the recent crisis. However, Ikhilor strongly condemned the killing of 16 individuals, describing it as unacceptable. He emphasised the need for peace and justice, urging all parties […] The post Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has assured that there will be an increase in revenue following significant improvements in security across the state. On Wednesday, the governor toured sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed […] The post Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown 

Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited, threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. The ultimatum, conveyed in a letter dated March Read More

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