4 h. ago FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant step towards enhancing public transportation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the administration officially received four super 50-seater hybrid buses under the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (PCNG) Initiative on Thursday. Transport Mandate Secretary, Chinedu Elechi, who represented the Minister of FCT, Nyesome Wike, described the move as a […] The post FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

The Federal Government has announced plans to unlock over $150 billion worth of dormant land capital nationwide as part of read more FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

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5 h. ago FCTA Receives CNG Hybrid Buses From Presidential Initiative To Boost Public Transport

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday took delivery of four Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) hybrid buses donated by the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI), marking a significant step in enhancing public transportation in the nation’s capital. Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transport Secretariat, Chinedu Elechi, who received the buses on behalf of the FCT […]

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6 h. ago CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation

Infrastructure connects coastal, landlocked nations By Chinenye Anuforo CSquared, a pan-African technology company, on Thursday, announced a significant milestone with the major expansion of its West African fibre network, an initiative that bridges digital divides across coastal and landlocked countries while driving economic growth across the region. Building on its active operations across the continent, […] The post CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor

By Steve Agbota The Niger State Government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. “First, let me […] The post Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Liverpool Man Accused Of Football Parade Crash Faces 24 New Charges

The 31 charges in total now filed involve 29 victims, aged between six months and 77, the court heard. The post Liverpool Man Accused Of Football Parade Crash Faces 24 New Charges appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Eyewitness Narrates What Transpired Between Ibom Air Passenger Comfort Emmanson, Cabin Crew

David Ogede, a lawyer and passenger on the Ibom Air Uyo-Lagos flight involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson, has given a detailed eyewitness account of the events that led to the violent conduct of Emmanson and her forceful ejection by the flight crew and other aviation workers. Speaking on Channels TV’s breakfast show – Morning Brief – […]

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8 h. ago Ibom Air Saga: Airline Operators Remove Comfort Emmanson From No

Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has formally lifted the no-flight ban initially imposed on Ibom Airline passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, over unruly and violent conduct on the aircraft the the weekend. The operators, in a statement by their Public Relations Officer, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, said the lifting of the ban was necessitated by the intervention […]

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8 h. ago Charly Boy Visits ‘Olamide Baddo’ Bus Stop Formerly Named After Him

Legendary Nigerian singer and activist Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has paid a visit to the newly renamed “Olamide Baddo” bus stop in Lagos — a location that was initially named after him. In July, the Bariga Local Council Development Area (LCDA) announced the change from “Charly Boy Bus Stop” to “Olamide Baddo […] The post Charly Boy Visits ‘Olamide Baddo’ Bus Stop Formerly Named After Him appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Canada To Deport Nigerian Politician, Denies Him Asylum For Being Ex

A Canadian Federal Court has declared Nigeria’s two leading political parties, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as terrorist organisations. According to Peoples Gazette, the judgment, delivered by Justice Phuong Ngo on June 17, 2025, dismissed Mr. Egharevba’s appeal against Canada’s Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) decision. On Thursday, August 14, […] The post Canada To Deport Nigerian Politician, Denies Him Asylum For Being Ex-APC, PDP Member As Court Declares Both Political Parties As Terrorist Groups appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago EKEDC Denies Involvement In Badagry Prepaid Meter Initiative

The DisCo said that the alleged promoters of the scheme were unknown to the company. The post EKEDC Denies Involvement In Badagry Prepaid Meter Initiative appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago 150 Kano women acquire skills in software devt, cybersecurity, data science

    No fewer than 150 women in Kano State have completed a four-month training in digital skills, organised by a nonprofit organisation, Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSfaI), under the second cohort of its SafeHer programme. At the graduation ceremony for the women held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Kano, WDSfaI’s Programme […] The post 150 Kano women acquire skills in software devt, cybersecurity, data science appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Ubi Franklin denies stealing luxury watch at Miami wedding; Davido reacts

Tribune Online Ubi Franklin denies stealing luxury watch at Miami wedding; Davido reacts Music executive Ubi Franklin has refuted allegations that he stole a luxury wristwatch during Afrobeats star Davido’s wedding in Miami over the weekend, a claim Davido himself dismissed with a fiery social media post. Ubi Franklin denies stealing luxury watch at Miami wedding; Davido reacts Tribune Online

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16 h. ago NCSP backs $550m initiative to revitalise Nigeria’s steel production

By Merit Ibe The Director General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Tegbe, has supported the  Inner Galaxy Steel Company’s $550 million expansion plan to establish a new plant in Ogun State with a projected annual output of 2 million metric tons (MMT). The announcement came during an official visit by Tegbe to Inner […] The post NCSP backs $550m initiative to revitalise Nigeria’s steel production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged young women to always wear underwear when in public spaces. Her guidance follows a recent viral incident involving a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos. On August 10, videos went viral online showing passenger Comfort Emmanson engaged in a heated confrontation with flight attendants, […] The post “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Over 400,000 Nigerians apply for 41,307 slots in federal job scheme

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja No fewer than 411,906 Nigerians have applied for 41,307 available slots in the second phase of the National Directorate of Employment’s (NDE) Renewed Hope Employment Initiative. Director-General of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Silas Agara, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, adding that the portal for registration had been closed. […] The post Over 400,000 Nigerians apply for 41,307 slots in federal job scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release

Tribune Online ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger involved in a viral dispute with airline staff, has spoken out after her release from ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release Tribune Online

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32 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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32 h. ago Rivers Moves To End Malnutrition With Nutrition 774 Initiative

It will be driven by clear priorities, reliable data, sustainable financing, and outreach to every household. The post Rivers Moves To End Malnutrition With Nutrition 774 Initiative appeared first on Channels Television.

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33 h. ago Shettima commissions two new Cally Air aircraft, commends Otu’s initiative

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday commissioned two new Cross River State–owned Cally Air aircraft, praising Governor Bassey Otu for read more Shettima commissions two new Cally Air aircraft, commends Otu’s initiative

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