4 h. ago FG launches Irrigate Nigeria in Bauchi to boost food security

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has commended President Bola Tinubu for launching the Irrigate Nigeria Project, saying it is a testimony of his leadership ingenuity and innovative spirit to remove millions of citizens out of hunger. Speaking at Udubo in Gamawa Local Government Area of the state on Saturday during […] The post FG launches Irrigate Nigeria in Bauchi to boost food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson

Tribune Online Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson Senator representing Ekiti South and Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Publicity Affairs, Yemi Adaramodu, has dismissed the raging allegation of sexual harassment levelled against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, as a storm in a teacup. Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigerians cannot endure additional day after May 2027, says new political party

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A political group, Team New Nigeria (TNN), has expressed its intention to transform into a full fledged political party in Nigeria. National President of the team, Modibbo Farakwai, who spoke at the public presentation of the party at the Sani Abacha Stadium, said the proposed party would usher in good governance […] The post Nigerians cannot endure additional day after May 2027, says new political party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago UK, Nigeria strengthen trade relations to boost economic growth

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade relations and driving economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria’s National Quality Policy under the Standards Partnership Programme– Phase II. This was issued in a statement from the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos on Monday. Launched in June 2024, the SPP – Read More

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6 h. ago Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

Nigeria has set its sights on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as leverage to expand its insurance industry read more Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

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6 h. ago Ekiti Court Sentences Prophet To Life Imprisonment For Raping Minor

A self-acclaimed prophet, Adeleye Akingbaso has been sentenced to life jail by an Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti for raping a 13-year-old minor. The 47-year-old convict was arraigned in September 2022 before Justice Blessing Ajileye on a two-count charge bordering on rape and coercion. The charge read that the prophet, sometimes in July […]

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7 h. ago Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget

Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Sim Fubara 48 hours to present the 2025 budget to the members of the house. The lawmakers made this known during a plenary session in Port Harcourt on Monday. Recall that Governor Fubara had on January 2nd, 2025, signed a N1.1 trillion 2025 Budget into law after […] The post Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs

Brigadier General Buba Marwa, Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has announced the arrest of a suspected drug kingpin who had been evading capture for 17 years. The suspect was apprehended in Lagos with illicit substances valued at N1.4 billion. Marwa described the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the fight against […] The post NDLEA Apprehends Drug Baron In Lagos, Recovers N1.4bn Worth Of Drugs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi

As part of efforts to ensure safety for residents and commuters, Lagos State government has proposed an additional pedestrian bridge in Oshodi area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, amid traffic situation of pedestrians occupying the alternative bridge on Monday. Recall that the popular pedestrian bridge was recently closed due […] The post Lagos Govt Considers Constructing Additional Pedestrian Bridges In Oshodi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC

Tribune Online 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC Members of the House of Representatives' Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC) on Monday, unanimously approved the sum of N250 billion proposed for the South East Development Commission for 2025 fiscal year. 2025 budget: Reps panel approves N250bn budgetary allocation for SEDC Tribune Online

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8 h. ago BUA Cement proposes N2.05 final dividend as FY profit hits N73.9bn

BUA Cement Plc has proposed final dividend of N2.05 per ordinary share for the period ended December 31, 2024. The read more BUA Cement proposes N2.05 final dividend as FY profit hits N73.9bn

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8 h. ago JUST IN: NDLEA arrests wanted drug baron in Lagos after 17 years

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a wanted 59-year-old international drug baron, Ogbonnaya Jeff. He was apprehended at his hideout in the Ojo area of Lagos after 17 years of evading authorities. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), said the Read More

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9 h. ago Crypto Prices Soar As Trump Unveils Digital Currency Reserve

Prices of cryptocurrency have risen sharply in less than 24 hours after United States President Donald Trump announced plans to create a digital currency reserve to support the industry. Trump named five cryptocurrencies for his proposed reserve of digital assets, sending prices of the tokens soaring. Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano will be included […]

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9 h. ago Affter 17 Years In Hiding, NDLEA Arrests Wanted Notorious Drug Baron In Lagos

After 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across the world, the reign of a wanted 59-year-old drug baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff, has been brought to a halt following his arrest by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at his hideout in Ojo area […]

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9 h. ago Lagos Police To Investigate Officers Involved In Alleged Harassment Of Lolo1

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into claims of harassment made by well-known On-Air Personality, Omotunde Adebowale-David, widely recognised as Lolo1, against police officers attached to a government official’s convoy. Information Nigeria had previously reported that on February 26, 2025, Lolo1 livestreamed on Instagram, describing her encounter with law enforcement officers in […] The post Lagos Police To Investigate Officers Involved In Alleged Harassment Of Lolo1 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

The Smallholder farmers in Nasarawa State have called on Government at all levels to formulate and implement policies that will read more Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

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14 h. ago NSC Announces Scholarship Partnership With Hungarian University For Athletes

In a significant boost for the development of sports in Nigeria, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced a special scholarship partnership with the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE). This collaboration aims to provide Nigerian athletes with unique academic opportunities, enabling them to pursue higher education while maintaining their training and competitive […]

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22 h. ago Middle Belt Forum faults closure of northern schools for Ramadan

The Middle Belt Forum has strongly condemned the closure of public and private schools in parts of Kebbi and Southern Bauchi states to observe Ramadan, calling it unjust to non-Muslim students. In a statement released in Kaduna on Sunday, MBF national spokesman, Luka Binniyat, argued that the move reinforced fears that Sharia law in these Read More

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22 h. ago TAJBank’s partnership with AIFC receives Ooni’s commendation

The partnership between TAJBank Nigeria and Astana International Financial Centre, Kazakhstan, to promote non-interest banking, boost Nigeria’s merchandise trade with Asian countries, and improve the country’s foreign exchange earnings, has received commendation from the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi. Ogunwusi, according to a statement, gave the commendation during the signing of the Memorandum of Read More

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22 h. ago Dangote to refund customers who purchase PMS above advertised rates from key partners

•Absorbs N16bn loss by refunding N65/litre to marketers for Nigerians to benefit from cheaper fuel •Insists Nigerians deserve good, quality, affordable fuel products    Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced that it would refund customers, who purchase Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at rates higher than the advertised prices from any of its key partners, […] The post Dangote to refund customers who purchase PMS above advertised rates from key partners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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