70 m. ago Electricity consumption up, production growth down in Q4 – CBN report

The Nigerian electricity sector slowed in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index declining by 1.64% year-on-year. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria says this marks a reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Average estimated electricity generation, according to a Channels TV report Read More

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2 h. ago Ondo Rep member, Adelegbe distributes over 100,000 cocoa seedlings to constituents

The two term House of Representatives member, representing Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, Timehin Adelegbe, on Monday said he has distributed over read more Ondo Rep member, Adelegbe distributes over 100,000 cocoa seedlings to constituents

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3 h. ago Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West

By Seyi Babalola American rapper Kanye West has urged his colleagues to learn from Nigerian afrobeats musicians, Jewish investors, and Chinese and Indian technology experts. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West criticized American rappers, alleging that they frequently lack understanding of the legal and commercial elements of music and rely on outsiders for […] The post Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries

By John Ogunsemore A Nigerian, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie has been extradited to the United States of America for allegedly engaging in a transnational criminal organisation that operated an inheritance fraud scheme targeting elder US consumers. In a statement, the US Department of Justice disclosed that Akhimie, 41, was extradited from the United Kingdom. According to […] The post Nigerian among 12 fugitives extradited to US from 10 countries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Experts Blame Weak Law Enforcement For Digital Rights Violation

A Digital Rights expert Friday Odeh has attributed weak enforcement of existing laws and limited public awareness to increase in digital rights violation of Nigerians. Odeh who is the Country Director of Accountability Lab Nigeria, disclosed this in Makurdi during a One-Day Digital Rights Roundtable Engagement for Civil Society Organizations,(CSOs) Government officials and the media […]

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7 h. ago Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

Experts in Nigeria’s financial sector have explored ways Nigerians can access credit opportunities and become financially literate in a bid read more Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

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8 h. ago Success in fashion industry requires huge sacrifice – fashion expert

A Nigerian designer, Ronke Gbenga, says achieving success in the fashion industry requires immense sacrifice. Gbenga, the Chief Executive Officer read more Success in fashion industry requires huge sacrifice – fashion expert

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13 h. ago Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts

Tribune Online Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Despite the 22 million units of housing deficit in Nigeria, over N9 trillion worth of building projects are tied down in abandonment, experts in the built environment have said. Some of these projects lying wasting across the states of the federation, experts said, were mostly abandoned housing projects initiated by the federal government’s ministries, departments […] Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Stakeholders seek mortgage innovations for inclusive housing

Real estate experts in Lagos recently called for policy shifts, mortgage reviews and private-sector-led innovations to achieve affordable mass housing that caters for middle- and low-income earners in Nigeria. They also called for the adoption of green building practices alongside modern technology for faster and cheaper construction. They gave these recommendations at the Nigeria Housing Read More

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18 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels

Tribune Online Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Experts in project management have criticised claims of alleged inflated contracts for Kwara Hotels, Ilorin, made by a civil society group in Kwara State, ENetSuD. Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Uromi Killing: “Stop The Threats, Address The Crisis” – Edo Residents In FCT Warn Northern Elders

The Edo Peoples Congress (EPC), a group of Edo residents in the Federal Capital Territory, has cautioned northern elders against making inciteful statements following the tragic killing of northern hunters mistaken for kidnappers in Uromi, Edo State. The group condemned the threats of revenge issued by the Northern Elders Forum, describing them as reckless and […] The post Uromi Killing: “Stop The Threats, Address The Crisis” – Edo Residents In FCT Warn Northern Elders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Nigeria needs productivity incentives as subsidies to enhance economic output– Experts

Economic experts have said that only by refocusing subsidies as productivity incentives in key sectors with clear return on investment read more Nigeria needs productivity incentives as subsidies to enhance economic output– Experts

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35 h. ago USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts

Tribune Online USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts HEALTH experts are warning that Nigeria’s development sector may experience significant disruptions as the U.S. moves to dissolve USAID and integrate its operations into the State Department. This shift has raised concerns about the future of aid programs in the country. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, […] USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts Tribune Online

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39 h. ago I detest embassies treating Nigerians like commodity –Ayomide Praise,Travel expert

By Cosmas Omegoh Travel professional and former journalist,  Emmanuel Ayomide Praise, has demanded better treatment for Nigerian visa applicants by  foreign embassies in the country who see them as “commodity.” Ayomide-Praise,40, in an encounter with Sunday Sun, highlighted developments in the travel industry and changes that have occurred over time. excerpts:   As a travel professional, what evolution […] The post I detest embassies treating Nigerians like commodity –Ayomide Praise,Travel expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Expert to FG: Remove import duty, other levy on critical pharmaceutical products

Tribune Online Expert to FG: Remove import duty, other levy on critical pharmaceutical products An indigenous pharmaceutical company, St. Racheal’s Pharma has called on President Bola Tinubu to remove import duty and levy on critical pharmaceutical products. The company stated this is imperative to help the poor and other vulnerable to access quality and affordable healthcare wherever they live and work across Nigeria. The chairman and CEO of the […] Expert to FG: Remove import duty, other levy on critical pharmaceutical products Tribune Online

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45 h. ago US: Severe storms,  tornado threat loom over Midwest, East Coast

Tribune Online US: Severe storms,  tornado threat loom over Midwest, East Coast A powerful spring storm system is sweeping eastward, bringing severe and life-threatening weather to millions.  Tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail are expected from the Midwest to the East Coast over the next three days. Severe storms will develop late Saturday evening, stretching from Oklahoma City to Kansas City. Forecasters warn of strong winds and […] US: Severe storms,  tornado threat loom over Midwest, East Coast Tribune Online

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47 h. ago How TracTrac drives mechanisation use for smallholder farmers

Low-scale mechanisation use in Nigeria’s agricultural sector has continued to hamper farmers’ productivity and the country’s quest to fast-track economic read more How TracTrac drives mechanisation use for smallholder farmers

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48 h. ago Plant more trees to curb persistent heat waves, environmentalists say

Experts in the environmental sector have emphasized the need for widespread tree planting and the restoration of forest habitats across read more Plant more trees to curb persistent heat waves, environmentalists say

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49 h. ago Emergency rule: Tinubu saves Rivers from looming dangers — Ex

Tribune Online Emergency rule: Tinubu saves Rivers from looming dangers — Ex-minister Adegoroye said Tinubu must have acted based on intelligence reports that were not palatable. Emergency rule: Tinubu saves Rivers from looming dangers — Ex-minister Tribune Online

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