82 m. ago DisCos paid N399.20bn to electricity market in Q2 2025 — NERC

Tribune Online DisCos paid N399.20bn to electricity market in Q2 2025 — NERC The report showed that the domestic bilateral customers made a cumulative payment of N1,401.00 million against the N2,796.29 million invoice... DisCos paid N399.20bn to electricity market in Q2 2025 — NERC Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Army chief Oluyede seeks media support to combat terrorism, banditry

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called for deeper collaboration between the military and the media in combating the multi-faceted security challenges threatening the peaceful coexistence of the country. Gen. Oluyede said in an era where the battle for hearts and minds was as critical as […] The post Army chief Oluyede seeks media support to combat terrorism, banditry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago INEC boss Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche, proceeds on terminal leave

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has proceeded on terminal leave after officially handing over to May Agbamuche, the most senior National Commissioner on Tuesday, to act pending the appointment of a substantive chairman. Yakubu handed over during the meeting he held with Resident Electoral Commissioners […] The post INEC boss Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche, proceeds on terminal leave appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago UNDP Flags Data Gaps, Poor Coordination As Barriers To Africa’s Credit Ratings

  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has expressed concern that most African countries lacked a proper understanding of the credit rating process and the type of data required to improve their ratings. UNDP Chief Economist and Head of Strategy, Analysis and Research for Africa, Dr. Raymond Gilpin, made this known on Tuesday in Abuja […]

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3 h. ago Jubilation in Ogun as Gateway International Airport records first commercial flight

Tribune Online Jubilation in Ogun as Gateway International Airport records first commercial flight It was a joyous moment in Ogun State on Tuesday as the first commercial flight took off from the Gateway International Airport, Iperu-Remo, to Abuja. Jubilation in Ogun as Gateway International Airport records first commercial flight Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FG moves all public funds to CBN for full supervision — Edun

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   The Federal Government has moved to ensure full transparency and accountability in public finance management by bringing all government funds under the supervision of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, disclosedthis at the ongoing 31st Nigerian Economic Summit […] The post FG moves all public funds to CBN for full supervision — Edun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, as they read more Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

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5 h. ago Ekiti airport gets NCAA’s approval for commercial flight operations

Tribune Online Ekiti airport gets NCAA’s approval for commercial flight operations Speaking on the development, Governor Oyebanji said the approval by the NCAA is a major boost for the state's economic development. Ekiti airport gets NCAA’s approval for commercial flight operations Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Lagos airport may face decongestion as Ogun airport roars to life

Tribune Online Lagos airport may face decongestion as Ogun airport roars to life With its modern facilities and operational readiness, the Gateway International Airport is poised to become a catalyst for trade, investment, and Lagos airport may face decongestion as Ogun airport roars to life Tribune Online

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8 h. ago No Air Traffic Control At LA Airport Amid US Govt Shutdown — Governor

The Federal Aviation Authority which regulates flying in the US, said departures to the airport were delayed by around two-and-a-half hours. The post No Air Traffic Control At LA Airport Amid US Govt Shutdown — Governor appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Recharge Card Sellers Struggle As Banks Take Over Airtime Market

The once-booming recharge card vending business is declining as more Nigerians embrace digital payment systems and bank-based airtime purchases. LEADERSHIP findings show that more Nigerians are shifting towards cashless and digital transactions, as they now use their banking applications to recharge. An airtime vendor, who has been in the trade since 2018, lamented that what […]

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8 h. ago Deji Adeyanju Doubts Payment Of BBNaija Prize Money, Says Winners Look ‘Broke’ After Show

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has raised doubts about whether winners of the Big Brother Naija reality show actually receive their full prize money. Taking to his Facebook page on Monday, Adeyanju questioned the transparency of the organisers, claiming that several past winners appear to have fallen into financial struggles after the show. […] The post Deji Adeyanju Doubts Payment Of BBNaija Prize Money, Says Winners Look ‘Broke’ After Show appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Land Use Charge: Kogi Gives Rebates, Tasks Owners On Voluntary Payment

The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS), has charged property owners who have received Land Use Charge Demand Notice to pay to fulfil their obligation to the State. The executive Chairman of KGIRS, Alhaji Sule Salihu Enehe, gave the charge in Lokoja on Monday while chatting with Journalists, explaining the significance of the Land Use […]

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9 h. ago Insecurity: FCT police embark on raid of uncompleted buildings, abandoned projects, criminal hideouts, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, has ordered Divisional Police Officers(DPOs), to carry out raid on all uncompleted buildings, suspected criminal hideouts and intensify patrols within their jurisdictions. The directive, which is with immediate effect, according to Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, is part of […] The post Insecurity: FCT police embark on raid of uncompleted buildings, abandoned projects, criminal hideouts, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, have emerged as Best Performing Minister and Best Performing Governor of the Year 2025 respectively, at the forthcoming Democracy Heroes Award Africa. The duo were recognised for their outstanding contributions to deepening democratic governance through people-oriented […] The post Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago A legacy of service: DIG Jonathan Towuru’s inspiring career in law enforcement

Maintaining law and order across Nigeria’s vast 853,000 square kilometers requires disciplined and diligent police leadership, given its single police read more A legacy of service: DIG Jonathan Towuru’s inspiring career in law enforcement

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12 h. ago Soludo, Aregbesola, Others Seek Improvement In INEC Conduct Of Elections

Political leaders and electoral experts have demanded that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) publicly demonstrate its election technology before each poll and link the voter register to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to restore public confidence. The calls were made in Abuja yesterday during the launch of the Athena Election Observatory at a […]

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13 h. ago Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

From the discussions at GITEX Nigeria, held earlier this month in Abuja and Lagos, one message was clear: Africa’s digital read more Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

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14 h. ago Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed an immediate review of the 2026 Hajj fares to make the pilgrimage more affordable for intending pilgrims. The directive was conveyed by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a meeting with the management and board members of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on […] The post Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Legal Practitioner Drags Goodluck Jonathan To Court To Stop Him From Contesting 2027 Election

A legal practitioner, Mr. Johnmary Chukwukasi Jideobi, has filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja. He is seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2102/2025, was filed on Monday, and urged the court to issue a perpetual injunction restraining Jonathan from presenting himself to […] The post Legal Practitioner Drags Goodluck Jonathan To Court To Stop Him From Contesting 2027 Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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