6 m. ago Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC

Tribune Online Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Professor Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, says its 4,500 prospective students would be subjected to a drug test before being admitted to the school. Lafiaji-Okunneye, who narrated the panic a drug-addicted student created in the school months ago, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the measure had […] Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Tribune Online

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21 m. ago SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning

Tribune Online SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning TOWARDS enhancing access to quality contraceptive services across the state, the Ogun State government, in collaboration with the Society for Family Health (SFH) DISC project, has organized a refresher training for health secretaries and reproductive health coordinators across the 20 local government areas of the state. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare […] SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning Tribune Online

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51 m. ago Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study

Tribune Online Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study A reduction in noise generation, transmission, and exposure could alleviate the burden of hypertension in Ibadan, a study has suggested. In a new study, researchers reported that proximity to noise sources, being unemployed and educational level were associated with diagnosed hypertension in urban settings. The study, which included Olalekan J. Taiwo, Akinkunmi Okekunle, Joshua O. […] Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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2 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams

Tribune Online Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of a technical glitch that affected the recent release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, reassuring the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He gave the assurance in a press release via the ministry’s X (formerly […] Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members

Tribune Online Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Professor Tunji Olaopa, has urged that only great managers should be made  vice chancellors and members  of  governing councils of universities. Olaopa made the call on Monday while delivering the second distinguished personality lecture of the Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, to mark the second anniversary […] Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss

Tribune Online FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss The Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba has said that the commission is leveraging digital technology to transform basic education such that public schools in Nigeria can compete globally. She noted that with the Korean government, the Federal Government through the commission has redefined the landscape of basic education through technology, […] FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss Tribune Online

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4 h. ago IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Ilorin edition of the STEM Africa Fest ended successfully, inspiring over 500 students and educators across Kwara State to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and artificial intelligence (AI). This event was held at the Ilorin Innovation Hub for two days, featuring interactive workshops, demonstrations, and training […] The post IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FG freezes creation of new federal tertiary institutions for seven years

The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved a seven-year ban on establishing new federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, read more FG freezes creation of new federal tertiary institutions for seven years

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5 h. ago We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has declared the determination of the armed forces to continue to protect and secure Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the African continent against emerging threats. He gave the assurance at a media briefing on the forthcoming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit […] The post We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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9 h. ago SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

With an expanding footprint in education and retail distribution, Stephen Nzurum of SFi Africa Brands Ltd is leading efforts to read more SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

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9 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves ₦142bn For Bus Terminals In 6 Geopolitical Zones

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of modern bus terminals in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones at a total cost of ₦142,028,576,008.17. Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, announced this while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Alkali said the contract was […]

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10 h. ago Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State government has commenced the full-scale reconstruction of the Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) to bring it up to international standards, following the formal transfer of ownership from the Federal Government. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility in Kaduna on Wednesday, Commissioner of Information-Designate, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the […] The post Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Drug War: Federal Gov’t Unveils 48 Operational Vehicles For NDLEA

The federal government has unveiled 48 new vehicles for the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said that the administration of President BolaTinubu will continue to strengthen the NDLEA because of its strategic value to the […]

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12 h. ago Court orders bank to pay N30 million , refund $163,592 for unlawful account restriction

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered United Bank for Africa (UBA) to pay N30 million in damages and read more Court orders bank to pay N30 million , refund $163,592 for unlawful account restriction

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12 h. ago Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge

By Steve Agbota In order to cushion the effects of economic hardship in Nigeria, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on President Bola Tinubu for an urgent reduction of the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at the nation’s ports. In a letter dated, August 11, and signed […] The post Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Google introduces initiative to equip 1,000 Nigerian developers

Tribune Online Google introduces initiative to equip 1,000 Nigerian developers John Kimani, Head of Developer Ecosystem for Google in Sub-Saharan Africa, said in a statement that it was Google introduces initiative to equip 1,000 Nigerian developers Tribune Online

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15 h. ago ‘I Didn’t Benefit Anything From You,’ Peller Slams Lagos Gov’t Over N36m Tax Bill

Popular Nigerian content creator Habeeb “Peller” Hamzat has criticised the Lagos State Government for what he described as excessive taxation. In a viral video recorded from a recent livestream with singer Tobechukwu Okoh, popularly called Peruzzi, Peller revealed that the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) demanded N36 million in income tax from him. He […]

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