65 h. ago Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has officially parted ways with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), ending months of speculation about his political future. Amaechi confirmed his resignation from the party in an interview on Wednesday following the unveiling of the interim leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja. He said he […] The post Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Lagos Govt Commences Sealing Of Shops Selling Styrofoam Packs, Plastic Straws

Lagos State government has commenced the enforcement of ban on styrofoam and single-use plastics less than 40 microns in thickness. In a statement on Tuesday by Gaji Tajudeen, permanent secretary, office of the environmental services at the ministry of environment and water resources, said that the decision is aimed at protecting public health and the […] The post Lagos Govt Commences Sealing Of Shops Selling Styrofoam Packs, Plastic Straws appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FCTA Workers Storm Wike’s Office, Protest Unpaid Salaries, Hazard Allowances

Some angry staff of Federal Capital Territory Administration have stormed the office of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, staging a protest in Abuja. The group under the aegis of Joint Union Action Committee, spotted holding placards with inscriptions such as ‘non- payment of AEPB enforcement squad’, ‘withheld salaries and allowances of workers […] The post FCTA Workers Storm Wike’s Office, Protest Unpaid Salaries, Hazard Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FCTA workers demand action on unpaid salaries, welfare, teachers’ strike, block Minister’s office

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Hundreds of Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers, led by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), on Monday barricaded the gate of the FCT Minister’s office in Abuja to protest unpaid salaries, suspended hazard allowances, and poor welfare conditions affecting civil servants and public school teachers. The protest, which began Monday […] The post FCTA workers demand action on unpaid salaries, welfare, teachers’ strike, block Minister’s office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council

Tribune Online FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council The Federal Government has appointed Morenike Grace Henry (JP) as the Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion. According to a press release signed by Henry David, Assistant Chief Information Officer at the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has named Morenike Grace Henry (JP) as the […] FG appoints Morenike Grace as Chair of Nigerian Legion National Council Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Government bureaucracy working against us – Education Minister

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has complained about the negative effect of bureaucracy in government, particularly as regards the activities of the Ministry of Education. The minister raised the complaints at a meeting with officials from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), led by the Accountant-General […] The post Government bureaucracy working against us – Education Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Regional Maritime Development Bank meets stakeholders, unveils blueprint

Tribune Online Regional Maritime Development Bank meets stakeholders, unveils blueprint The Management of the Regional Maritime Development Bank (RMDB) recently met with top officials of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, along with key stakeholders from relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), in Abuja. Regional Maritime Development Bank meets stakeholders, unveils blueprint Tribune Online

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1 week ago Plateau killings: Northern elders demand urgent action on insecurity

Tribune Online Plateau killings: Northern elders demand urgent action on insecurity The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has condemned the brutal killing of innocent Nigerian travellers in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau, calling the atrocity a reflection of... Plateau killings: Northern elders demand urgent action on insecurity Tribune Online

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1 week ago Middle Belt Christians Demand FG’s Decisive Action Against Killings

Worried by the continued killings in Nigeria and especially in the North Central states, the Middle Belt Indigenous Christian Ministers Forum (MBCMF) has condemned the act, describing it as “senseless tragedies” and called for decisive government action on it. Speaking through its chairman, Archbishop Cephas Ocheola Okwori, the forum said the menace had plagued the […]

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2 w. ago Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation

From John Bassey, Gusau The Government of Zamfara state under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal has directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to visit Morocco in order to study the model and approach used in transforming traditional Tsangaya schools into modern educational institutions. In a statement issued by the information officer of the Ministry […] The post Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Beyond the grant: Catalysing impact through strategic investment

Africa faces a multitude of pressing challenges – poverty, inequality, and climate change – that demand urgent and sustained action. read more Beyond the grant: Catalysing impact through strategic investment

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3 w. ago Agric ministry says prayer session not official, for staff wellbeing only

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security says its circular calling on staff members for three days fasting and prayers read more Agric ministry says prayer session not official, for staff wellbeing only

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3 w. ago NASU, Northwest University Kano branch demand action over murder of staff member

Tribune Online NASU, Northwest University Kano branch demand action over murder of staff member In a statement signed by the branch chairman, Comrade Bashir Muhammad Bala, the union called for urgent intervention from the Kano State Government and security agencies. NASU, Northwest University Kano branch demand action over murder of staff member Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Cross River govt dismisses reports of disruption at NDDC event

  The Cross River State Government has dismissed as false, reports suggesting controversy surrounding the recent commissioning of projects by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Calabar. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nsa Gill, said in a statement that on Friday, June 13, 2025, the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, officially […] The post Cross River govt dismisses reports of disruption at NDDC event appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Food security: Agric ministry goes spiritual, invokes God for assistance

Tribune Online Food security: Agric ministry goes spiritual, invokes God for assistance The circular invited all Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors, Value Chain Desk Officers, and staff of the ministry to gather for collective prayers under the theme: "Divine Intervention for... Food security: Agric ministry goes spiritual, invokes God for assistance Tribune Online

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3 w. ago How Renewed Hope Agenda enables Dangiwa’s housing sector transformation

Seventeen months after Ahmed Dangiwa assumed office as Nigeria’s Minister of Housing and Urban Development, the nation’s housing sector landscape read more How Renewed Hope Agenda enables Dangiwa’s housing sector transformation

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3 w. ago Why Criminal Charges Against Fidelity Bank CEO Were Withdrawn — AGF

The Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice has officially withdrawn criminal charges against Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, following a legal review that found no direct connection between her and the allegations in question. In a statement released on Monday […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria, Australia, Commonwealth collaborate to train mining experts

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja In the move to strengthen the mining sector, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has officially launched a capacity enhancement programme for the first batch of Nigerian mining professionals at Murdoch University, Australia. The initiative is a key outcome of the Nigeria–Australia collaboration with the support of the […] The post Nigeria, Australia, Commonwealth collaborate to train mining experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Our electricity bills now more than house rent, Band A customers cry out

Tribune Online Our electricity bills now more than house rent, Band A customers cry out THE Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, recently beat his chest regarding the feats his ministry had achieved since he assumed office a few years ago. One of such feats, he stated, was the additional N200 billion realised by the ministry in 2024 under his watch. But many Lagos residents, especially consumers in the power sector, […] Our electricity bills now more than house rent, Band A customers cry out Tribune Online

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last month Digital Innovation Park will make Nigeria a global leader in digital infrastructure – Tijani

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has said that the newly inaugurated Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Digital Innovation Park in Abeokuta, Ogun State, will enhance Nigeria’s position as a global leader in digital infrastructure, talent development, and innovation. The Minister, who stated this at the official […] The post Digital Innovation Park will make Nigeria a global leader in digital infrastructure – Tijani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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