8 h. ago Nasarawa farmers receive tree seedlings to tackle climate change

By Chinyere Anyanwu         As part of its contribution to Nigeria’s climate change mitigation efforts, One Acre Fund Nigeria, a non-governmental organisation, has launched the distribution of over 2.3 million Albizia Lebbeck and Moringa tree seedlings to approximately 82,150 smallholder farmers in Nasarawa State.The initiative was flagged off on Sunday in the […] The post Nasarawa farmers receive tree seedlings to tackle climate change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Yahoo boys now venturing into banditry, kidnapping – EFCC boss

By John Ogunsemore The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede said Nigeria is in a “crisis situation” with the menace of internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo, in the country. Olukoyede stated this in a video interview shared on the commission’s Facebook page on Monday. According to him, Nigerians are […] The post Yahoo boys now venturing into banditry, kidnapping – EFCC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago ‘Yahoo Boys’ Bringing National Shame To Nigeria’, Says EFCC Chair

The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has expressed concerns over rise of internet fraudsters, popularly known as ‘Yahoo Boys’, noting that they bring the country national shame. Olukoyede made this known during a media briefing on Monday at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, stating that ‘Yahoo Boys’ have made […]

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54 h. ago June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN

Tribune Online June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN THE Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) asserted that good governance is fundamental to any democracy and calls for transparency and accountability at all levels of government. In a message commemorating the 2025 Democracy Day, CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh emphasized that the day symbolizes Nigerians’ collective commitment to democracy, freedom, and justice. He stated that […] June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt

Tribune Online Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt The United Nations Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF) has pledged to continue supporting the Zamfara State Government in its efforts to eradicate polio, and lauded the state for going 20 months without a single recorded case of the virus. Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Nigeria secures €850,000 from France to tackle plastic pollution

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The French government has announced a donation of €850,000 to assist Nigeria address plastic pollution through recycling. Beyond the funding, the French government said it would help Nigerian universities with recycling plastic and micro plants. The Deputy French Ambassador to Nigeria, Jean-François Hasperue, stated this at a plastic waste awareness programme […] The post Nigeria secures €850,000 from France to tackle plastic pollution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Democracy Day: NHRC Advocates Improved Human Rights Protection

As the nation celebrates Democracy Day on June 12, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated that enhancing human rights protecting was a fundamental way to honouring those who fought for democratic governance. Executive Secretary of the NHRC Dr Tony Ojukwu, SAN, expressed the commitment of the Commission to justice, equality, peace, and human […]

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5 d. ago Tinubu Urged To Enforce Direct LGA Funding As Delay Undermines Grassroots Dev’t

An All Progressives Congress (APC) youth leader based in Dubai, UAE, Sadiq Saleh Osude, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately direct the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to enforce the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy by commencing direct disbursement of funds to the nation’s 774 local government area councils. Speaking in […]

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5 d. ago FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   As part of efforts to combat youth unemployment and boost small businesses, the Federal Government has invested $50 million into the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF). The initiative is aimed at unlocking access to financing for young entrepreneurs and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The fund, now anchored […] The post FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “Why Sit On Thrones You Don’t Honour?” – Seun Kuti Questions Yoruba Monarchs

Nigerian singer Seun Kuti has taken a swipe at Yoruba monarchs, accusing them of neglecting the traditional religious values they are supposed to uphold. In an Instagram story shared on Tuesday, Kuti alleged that many Yoruba kings still hold traditional thrones despite no longer believing in Yoruba deities. “90 percent of Yoruba kings don’t believe […] The post “Why Sit On Thrones You Don’t Honour?” – Seun Kuti Questions Yoruba Monarchs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ignore Critics, Give Us More Money To Deliver Projects — Umahi Tells Tinubu

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to ignore people criticizing his government and provide more funding for ongoing infrastructural projects across the country. Umahi made the appeal on Thursday during official commissioning of Deep Sea Port Access Road in Lagos State. Addressing the president directly, the Minister defended the project’s valuation […] The post Ignore Critics, Give Us More Money To Deliver Projects — Umahi Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNICEF Trains 50 Enugu Education Officers on Data Collection 

To enhance the educational system in Nigeria, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has trained 50 government education officers. read more UNICEF Trains 50 Enugu Education Officers on Data Collection 

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1 week ago Airfares still expensive two years after cleared trapped funds

Two years after the federal government cleared foreign airlines’ trapped funds in Nigeria, airfares from Nigeria to various destinations have read more Airfares still expensive two years after cleared trapped funds

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1 week ago Korra Obidi Shares Intimate Moments With Drake’s Father, Fuels Relationship Speculation

Nigerian singer and dancer Korra Obidi has stirred relationship rumors after being spotted with Canadian superstar Drake’s father, Dennis Graham. The American-based singer fueled dating speculation after humorously calling herself Drake’s stepmother in an Instagram post on Monday, which included photos of her spending time with the rapper’s father. While sharing the intimate photos — […] The post Korra Obidi Shares Intimate Moments With Drake’s Father, Fuels Relationship Speculation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago I Spent My Money To Finance Abia, PDP In 1999, Benefited Nothing As Governor – Orji Kalu

Former Abia State governor, Orji Uzor Kalu, has claimed that he used his personal funds to finance the state throughout his eight years in office. The lawmaker representing Abia North noted that he is currently using his money to work as a senator, like he did when he was a governor. Speaking on Channels Television […] The post I Spent My Money To Finance Abia, PDP In 1999, Benefited Nothing As Governor – Orji Kalu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Woman Found Dead In Bayelsa Hotel As Suspected Yahoo Boy Flees

The lifeless body of an unidentified young woman has been found in a hotel situated in the Igbogene area of Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State. The incident, which took place on Saturday, has raised alarm among residents in the community. Locals informed PUNCH Metro that the deceased had arrived at the hotel with a […] The post Woman Found Dead In Bayelsa Hotel As Suspected Yahoo Boy Flees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria keeps clean bill as Mozambique tops countries trapping airlines’ $1.3bn

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that $1.3 billion in airline fund is blocked from repatriation by governments read more Nigeria keeps clean bill as Mozambique tops countries trapping airlines’ $1.3bn

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2 w. ago UNICEF, Lagos State, others promote menstrual health, HPV vaccination for young girls

  By Doris Obinna The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, has encouraged Nigerian girls to embrace menstruation as a proud and natural part of womanhood. This was stated on Wednesday in Lagos during the commemoration of Menstrual Hygiene Day (MHDay), in partnership with the Nigerian Girls’ Guild and […] The post UNICEF, Lagos State, others promote menstrual health, HPV vaccination for young girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG signs MoU with 10 firms to boost Nigeria’s gas infrastructure

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government, through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF), has signed joint venture investment agreements with ten additional equity partners to enhance Nigeria’s gas infrastructure and deepen the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) across the country. Speaking at the signing ceremony at his office in Abuja on […] The post FG signs MoU with 10 firms to boost Nigeria’s gas infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Mayor Ofobuike flags off 4.2km road construction funded by Chief Obele

The Mayor of Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State, Dr. Chibueze Ofobuike, has flagged off the construction of a 4.2km road in Ezinifite, Aguata Local Government Area. The project is funded by Chief Tony Obele (Okwunze Aguata) as a patriotic response to the clarion call Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, for the state’s wealthy philanthropists to […] The post Mayor Ofobuike flags off 4.2km road construction funded by Chief Obele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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