3 h. ago Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has defended Nigeria’s rising debt levels, emphasising that borrowing is a necessary and strategic tool for economic development rather than a sign of financial imprudence. Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, responded on his official X account @SundayDareSD to criticisms from former senator […] The post Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NUPENG Suspends Nationwide Strike Following Meeting With Dangote Group

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has officially suspended its ongoing nationwide strike, which was initially triggered by a dispute with the Dangote Group. The union had announced the industrial action on Monday to protest the Dangote Group’s alleged refusal to allow its employees to join NUPENG, citing concerns over union […] The post NUPENG Suspends Nationwide Strike Following Meeting With Dangote Group appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Texas Governor Bans Sharia After Video Of Imam Asking Traders To Obey Islamic Law By Stopping Alcohol, Pork, Lottery Tickets’ Sales

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has officially declared a ban on the enforcement of Sharia law and the creation of so-called Sharia-compliant cities or communities within the state. The governor made this announcement on X (formerly Twitter) in response to a viral video showing protesters carrying placards in support of Sharia law. “I signed laws that […] The post Texas Governor Bans Sharia After Video Of Imam Asking Traders To Obey Islamic Law By Stopping Alcohol, Pork, Lottery Tickets’ Sales appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Kano: Ganduje inaugurates committee to screen dismissed Hisbah officials

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has inaugurated a 44-member committee to screen Hisbah personnel allegedly dismissed by the government since the coming of the administration. Director General, National Productivity Centre, Baffa Babba Dan Agundi, who is appointed to chair the committee, said that they […] The post Kano: Ganduje inaugurates committee to screen dismissed Hisbah officials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clarifies Qualification Debacle Ahead South Africa, Nigeria Clash

World football governing body, FIFA, has issued an official communication hours before the highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on Tuesday, clarifying the permutations in Africa’s Group C. Bafana Bafana sit top of the group with 16 points, six clear of the Super Eagles who have struggled with just two wins […]

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13 h. ago Thailand Supreme Court jails former PM over unlawful hospital stay

Tribune Online Thailand Supreme Court jails former PM over unlawful hospital stay Instead of serving time in prison, Thaksin was admitted to Bangkok’s Police General Hospital, citing health concerns, including chest pains, high blood pressure, and... Thailand Supreme Court jails former PM over unlawful hospital stay Tribune Online

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16 h. ago NUPENG/Dangote standoff: South East IPMAN not part of strike – Official

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), South East zone, has distanced itself from the ongoing dispute between the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The National Ex-Officio representing the East at the National Executive Council (NEC) of IPMAN and former chairman, […] The post NUPENG/Dangote standoff: South East IPMAN not part of strike – Official appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Don’t Mislead Public, Kano Government Admonishes Journalists

Kano State government has cautioned practitioners to uphold media ethics and operate strictly within journalism standards to avoid misleading the public. The commissioner for Information and Home Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, made call during a press briefing following reports on corruption allegations against some officials. He said the allegations were before the court and under […]

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23 h. ago Governor Sule Reappoints Wandai As Electoral Commission Chairman

Nasarawa State governor, Engr Abdullahi Sule, has reappointed Barr. Ayuba Wandai Usman as chairman, Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC). His appointment was announced by the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Ho. Danladi Jatau, during the proceedings yesterday in Lafia, the state capital Jatau said the House received an official communication from the governor […]

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24 h. ago Nursing Council Ends Rule That Expelled Students After Three Exam Failures

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) has officially scrapped its long-standing policy that eliminated students from training after three unsuccessful attempts at the Council’s professional examinations. Under the new reform, affected students will now be allowed to retake only the specific section they failed until they achieve a passing score, provided they maintain […] The post Nursing Council Ends Rule That Expelled Students After Three Exam Failures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago ‘CBT Centres Guilty Of UTME Fraud Will Be Shut, Owners Jailed’, Says JAMB Committee

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has vowed to clamp down on computer-based test (CBT) centres involved in widespread fraud during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with operators facing jail terms and permanent closure of their centres. Chairman of the JAMB Special Committee on Examination Infractions (SCEI), Jake Epelle, disclosed this during […]

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26 h. ago NISCN Urges Wike To End Motor Touting, Textbook Scams In Abuja

The National Industrial Safety Council of Nigeria (NISCN) has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to urgently address what it described as “terrorism” by workers in the transportation sector in Abuja. NISCN, established by the Federal Government in 1964 and officially gazetted in 1989, said it was worried by […]

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27 h. ago CBT Centres Culpable In UTME Fraud Will Be Shut Down, Owners Jailed — Epelle

The JAMB committee on examination infractions said it uncovered 4,251 cases of “finger blending” and 192 instances of AI-assisted impersonation through image morphing during its investigations into the 2025 UTME. The post CBT Centres Culpable In UTME Fraud Will Be Shut Down, Owners Jailed — Epelle appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago CBT Centres Culpable In UTME Tech Fraud Will Be Closed, Owners Jailed — Epelle

The JAMB committee on examination infractions said it uncovered 4,251 cases of “finger blending” and 192 instances of AI-assisted impersonation through image morphing during its investigations into the 2025 UTME. The post CBT Centres Culpable In UTME Tech Fraud Will Be Closed, Owners Jailed — Epelle appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago 2026 W’Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Land In Bloemfontein To Rousing Welcome

Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the Republic of South Africa, Ambassador Tope Ajayi, and the Senior Special Assistant to Mr. President on Grassroots Sports Development, Sir Adeyinka Adeboye, led a team of top officials of the Mission, the National Sports Commission (NSC) and members of the Nigerian community in South Africa to welcome the Super Eagles […]

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34 h. ago Russia’s record strike hit Ukraine’s government building for the first time

Ukraine’s government headquarters in central Kyiv has been struck for the first time since the war began, in what officials read more Russia’s record strike hit Ukraine’s government building for the first time

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38 h. ago World Bank Cuts Vietnam’s Growth Forecast To 6.6% As Tariff Bites

The World Bank's new forecast is significantly lower than the government's official target of 8.3%-8.5% growth. The post World Bank Cuts Vietnam’s Growth Forecast To 6.6% As Tariff Bites appeared first on Channels Television.

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45 h. ago Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market

Tribune Online Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called on African banks, insurers, and financial institutions to rally behind citizens with viable, bankable ideas while working collectively to create a more cohesive continental market that nurtures innovation and entrepreneurship. Delivering a keynote at the official opening of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 in Algiers on Thursday, […] Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market Tribune Online

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46 h. ago SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE

Tribune Online SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE THE Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) and stakeholders in the commodities ecosystem have held the pre-launch meeting for Eko Rice Classic Spots Contracts Listing, a landmark event ahead of the official listing of rice contracts valued at N23.4 billion. Welcoming stakeholders which comprise investors, regulators, and members of the agricultural value chain, the Managing […] SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Apply In Your Country Of Nationality Or Residence, US Directs Visa Applicants

The United States authorities have issued a new guideline for procuring US non-immigrant visas, a policy in line with Trump’s administration measures to streamline non-immigrant visa adjudications while managing global backlogs and security concerns. This latest information was obtained from the official website of the US Department of State on Saturday, September 6. The website […]

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