61 m. ago Court dismisses four Bello Turji‘s associates bail application

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, dismissed the bail applications filed by four suspects linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling, held that the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), who is the prosecution of the charge, had made a compelling case against the defendants that releasing them Read More

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3 h. ago Court dismisses bail application filed by four suspects linked to Bello Turji

Tribune Online Court dismisses bail application filed by four suspects linked to Bello Turji The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed the bail applications filed by four suspects linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji. Court dismisses bail application filed by four suspects linked to Bello Turji Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Stakeholders in the Innovation science and technology sector have called on federal government and policy makers to apply system thinking and system dynamics in public policy making in Nigeria. They made this request in a three day workshop, in Abuja themed “Application of System Thinking and System Dynamics for Transforming Public […] The post FG urged by innovators to apply system thinking in policymaking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Housing ministry plans to create digital platform for artisans

By John Ogunsemore The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa said the ministry plans to create an online application for skilled workers. This, he said, is aimed at leveraging technology to make artisans more visible, accessible and efficient in delivering their services. Dangiwa made this disclosure when he received the Senior […] The post Housing ministry plans to create digital platform for artisans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills

Tribune Online Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills   Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy program, designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Building on the success of previous years, the program will continue to emphasise AI-powered business training, alongside the launch of a new season of […] Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Natasha: Male guber candidates may shun female deputies –Akpabio

• Again, senators pass vote of confidence in Senate president   From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has raised concerns that the actions of suspended Kogi State lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, may have a negative impact on female politicians as a lot of men may be scared of appointing or selecting female as deputies. […] The post Natasha: Male guber candidates may shun female deputies –Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops

•Hail students loan scheme, road rehabilitation, new minimum wage, others From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Catholic Bishops under the umbrella of Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has noted that Nigeria is witnessing some positive development lately. This was contained in the communique of the 2025 first plenary meeting of the CBCN released in Abuja, […] The post Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Governor’s Cup: Edo students eager to participate, says commissioner

Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr Paddy Iyamu, has said that students from various secondary schools in the state are eager to participate in the 2025 Governor’s Cup. Iyamu made the disclosure when he met with the state Sports Commission chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele and the sponsor of the event, Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited. Read More

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13 h. ago NESREA to unveil efficient import clearance system to aid trade facilitation

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Director General of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency(NESREA), Dr.Innocent Barikor, has said that the agency will soon unveil a more robust and efficient system to improve the import clearance regime of the agency with an eye toward full integration with the National Single Window Project. Dr. Barikor […] The post NESREA to unveil efficient import clearance system to aid trade facilitation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Okorocha, UNIJOS VC hail Tinubu over NELFUND, counsels students to take loans

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, Professor Ishaya Tanko, and a former Governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, have urged students to take advantage of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Students Loan Scheme, known as the Nigeria Education Loan Fund. Speaking on Wednesday during the  matriculation ceremony of over 10,000 students of the UNIJOS Read More

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13 h. ago Lagos, MTN launch innovative MyLagosApp to boost productivity

By Zika Bobby In a groundbreaking partnership, MTN Group and the Lagos State government yesterday unveiled the MyLagosApp, a revolutionary mobile application designed to enhance productivity, connectivity, and transform the lives of Lagos residents. At the app’s official launch in Lagos, MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola said the app is a one-stop center […] The post Lagos, MTN launch innovative MyLagosApp to boost productivity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to enforce a strict “no truck” policy in the state, particularly around the Otedola Bridge area. This decision follows a devastating gas truck explosion that occurred under the bridge on Tuesday night. The government aims to prevent similar incidents and ensure public safety. The policy will restrict truck […] The post Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Mercy Chinwo: Court orders arrest of VeryDarkMan for defamation

By Seyi Babalola The Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has issued a bench warrant to arrest blogger Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), for “criminal defamation” of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo’s reputation. The magistrate directed the Nigeria Police Force, along with other law enforcement authorities, to arrest VeryDarkMan and bring […] The post Mercy Chinwo: Court orders arrest of VeryDarkMan for defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Anambra to enforce strict penalties for roadside waste disposal

Tribune Online Anambra to enforce strict penalties for roadside waste disposal Anambra State Government has announced plans to begin the arrest of passengers who dispose of refuse on the roads from moving vehicles. Anambra to enforce strict penalties for roadside waste disposal Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Toddler Crushed To Death As Safety Officers Drag Steering With Driver In Edo

A two-year-old girl was on Wednesday evening crushed to death by a commercial bus driver when his steering wheel was dragged by officers of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team (PSR) at Ring Road, Benin City. An eyewitness at the scene described the chaotic struggle between the commercial bus driver and two members of […]

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21 h. ago PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo

Tribune Online PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo The Edo State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Action Group has raised alarm over the deteriorating security situation, economic woes, and alleged mismanagement of state resources in Edo State. PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo Tribune Online

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22 h. ago NELFUND Loan Doesn’t Tie Students To Nigeria, Says MD Sawyerr

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has reassured students that they will be free to travel abroad after graduation if they receive loans under the student loan scheme. Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, clarified this during a sensitisation programme at Edo University, Iyamho, while responding to students’ worries about possible travel […]

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22 h. ago Court Orders Arrest Of Activist VeryDarkMan Over Alleged Defamation Of Mercy Chinwo

The Chief Magistrate Court, sitting at Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of blogger Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), for alleged criminal defamation of the reputation of gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo. The magistrate ordered the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) together with other law enforcement agencies to […]

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22 h. ago Court Orders VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Mercy Chinwo Defamation Case

The Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has ordered the arrest of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over allegations of “criminal defamation” against gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. The magistrate directed the Nigeria Police Force and other law enforcement agencies to arrest VeryDarkMan and present him in court […] The post Court Orders VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Mercy Chinwo Defamation Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU

Nigerian Senate has denied allegations claiming that the six-month suspension to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was connected to sexual harassment claim against Senate President Godswil Akpabio. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Senate on Wednesday, was responding to Senator Natasha’s statements at the Inter-Parliamentary Union on Tuesday. Recall that the Kogi lawmaker had taken her case before […] The post “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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