7 h. ago Zinox, KongaCares to equip 1m Nigerian students with computers

By Chinenye Anuforo   Zinox Technologies, in partnership with KongaCares, has launched the Computerise Nigeria Initiative, a programme designed to provide at least one million Nigerian students with laptops and supporting digital infrastructure. The initiative was unveiled at GITEX Nigeria 2025 held recently in Lagos. The scheme, described as one of the boldest corporate social […] The post Zinox, KongaCares to equip 1m Nigerian students with computers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Safe Blood Transfusion Project In Kano

The Federal Government has launched a new initiative aimed at transforming blood transfusion services across the country, pledging to ensure that no Nigerian dies from lack of safe blood. The Safe Blood Project, unveiled at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) in Kano, is Nigeria’s first national training programme dedicated to transfusion safety. Coordinating Minister […]

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Advocates Nutrition Budget Tagging For Transparent Healthcare Delivery

The federal government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health system by institutionalising nutrition budget tagging at the national and sub-national levels. Speaking at the opening of a four-day Training of Trainers workshop on Nutrition Budget Tagging in Abuja, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Sampson Ebimaro, […]

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Safety Campaign After Borgu Boat Mishap

The federal government has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic boat mishap in the Borgu area of Niger State which claimed the lives of about 32 people on Tuesday, describing the incident as a painful reminder of the urgent need for improved safety measures on Nigeria’s inland waterways. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday […]

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Exploiting Citizens With 100% Hike In Passport Fee, Says Labour

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has faulted the recent 100 per cent increase in the cost of obtaining and renewing passports, describing the move as an act of exploitation against ordinary citizens. On August 28, 2025, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced that effective September 1, 2025, the cost of a standard 32-page passport with […]

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5 d. ago Federal Govt Cracking Down On Mining Licence Hoarders, Fraudsters – MCO

The federal government is intensifying its crackdown on licence hoarders and impostors in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. It has announced plans to revoke thousands of mining licences as part of a sweeping effort to clean up the industry and boost investor confidence. Director-General of the Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) Obadiah Nkom revealed during a live […]

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5 d. ago ITU unveils $2.8 trillion blueprint to bridge global digital divide

By Chinenye Anuforo The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has warned that achieving universal, meaningful internet connectivity by 2030 will require an investment of $2.6 trillion to $2.8 trillion over the next five years to close the global digital divide. The Connecting Humanity Action Blueprint, released on Monday, September 1, builds on ITU’s 2020 Connecting Humanity […] The post ITU unveils $2.8 trillion blueprint to bridge global digital divide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1

Unveils plans for hyperscale data centres to boost digital innovation By Chinenye Anuforo From October 1, the federal government will begin funding 75 new research projects in digital innovation, while also working with global technology giants to establish hyperscale data centres in Nigeria. The twin initiatives, announced at the GITEX Nigeria 2025 event in Lagos, […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils New Curricula, Sets New Subject Limits For Schools

The Federal Government has completed a comprehensive review of curricula across basic, senior secondary, and technical education, aimed at reducing overload and enhancing quality learning outcomes. Announcing the development on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmad, said the review was conducted […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t To Tackle Malnutrition Through Food Fortification

The federal government has renewed commitment to tackle the malnutrition crisis through large-scale food fortification, pledging stronger local solutions to reduce reliance on imports and improve nutrition outcomes for citizens. Speaking at the Nigeria Health Watch Roundtable themed: “Fortifying Nigeria’s Future: Strengthening Nutrition Through Local Solutions,” on Thursday in Abuja, the permanent secretary in the […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Sets 100% Performance Target Pacts With NSCDC, Other Paramilitary Heads

The federal government has signed new performance bonds with the heads of key paramilitary agencies under the Ministry of Interior, tasking them to aim for nothing short of 100 percent efficiency in service delivery. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, yesterday led the signing ceremony with the Comptroller-general of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Sylvester […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Boards Of South, West, North Dev’t Commissions

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Governing Boards and Management Teams of three newly established Development Commissions for the South-South, South-West, and North-Central regions. The ceremony, held on Thursday at the Rotunda Hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, was performed by the Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, who charged the […]

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1 week ago ‘Passport Now Costs More Than Minimum Wage’, Obi Slams Federal Gov’t Over Fees Hike

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government over Thursday’s hike in international passport fees, describing it as another sign of the administration’s “disconnect with the people and their suffering.” Obi, in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, lamented that the […]

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1 week ago Digitvant MFB unveils affordable health insurance plan to drive financial inclusion

By Chukwuma Umeorah Digitvant Microfinance Bank has introduced a low-cost health insurance package for its customers as part of efforts to expand financial inclusion and ease the burden of medical expenses. Speaking at the bank’s maiden Customers’ Open Day in Lagos on Thursday, the Chairman, Kayode Oluwagboye, said the initiative was designed to strengthen the […] The post Digitvant MFB unveils affordable health insurance plan to drive financial inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t To End Police Escort Misuse By VIPs, Says Hadiza Bala

The Federal Government has announced plans to stop the misuse of police and other security operatives by Very Important Persons (VIPs), insisting that elite protection can no longer continue at the expense of national security. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination and Head of the Central Delivery Coordination Unit (CDCU), Hadiza […]

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1 week ago Circuits launches ‘feel good, do good’ campaign to empower NGOs, CSOs

Circuits, Africa’s leading virtual cinema and digital entertainment platform, has unveiled the “Feel Good, Do Good” campaign, an initiative that read more Circuits launches ‘feel good, do good’ campaign to empower NGOs, CSOs

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Hands Over Bauchi NHP Housing To Air Force Despite Opposition

Despite residents’ opposition, the federal government has handed over the 270 housing units of the National Housing Programme (NHP) on Ningi Road in Bauchi State to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). LEADERSHIP reports that the housing project, initiated in 2016 under the administration of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, was designed to provide affordable […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Orders Shutdown Of Illegal Gold Mining Site In Gwagwalada

Amid growing concerns over illegal gold mining in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, the Federal Government has ordered mining marshals to seal off the illegal mining site in the area to avert potential environmental damage. This directive, issued by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, on Wednesday, […]

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t Signs BASA Agreement For Direct Flights To Brazil

The federal government has signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil for direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. The agreement was signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo and Brazil’s Minister of Transport, Silvio Costa Filho. This establishes a new framework for direct air connectivity between Nigeria and Brazil, […]

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Digital Portal For Teacher Registration

The Federal Government, through the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) and the United Kingdom-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria has unveiled the portal to strengthen the Nigerian teaching workforce. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad said the launch of the portal will not only […]

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