65 m. ago Kano govt uncovers ‘illegal’ construction of private airstrip

Tribune Online Kano govt uncovers ‘illegal’ construction of private airstrip The Kano State Ministry of Land has uncovered and halted the construction of a private airstrip by an individual in the Bebeji Local Government Area of the state. Kano govt uncovers ‘illegal’ construction of private airstrip Tribune Online

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1 hour ago 80% of Meningitis patients may die without early access to treatment — MSF

Tribune Online 80% of Meningitis patients may die without early access to treatment — MSF The Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/Doctors Without Borders has estimated that up to 80 percent of meningitis patients may die without early access to treatment. 80% of Meningitis patients may die without early access to treatment — MSF Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Firm Reinforces Commitment To Expand Financial Access For SMEs

Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic partnerships and product development. At a press briefing held in Lagos, the executives detailed their ongoing efforts to expand financial access for SMEs, drive technological advancements, and contribute to […]

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4 h. ago Julius Berger Launches Skills Academy, Graduates Vocational Trainees

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, the country’s leading engineering construction company, has graduated the first batch of trainees from its Vocational Skills Support Programme in Abuja. The ceremony also marked the onboarding of 40 new trainees and the official launch of the Julius Berger Vocational Skills Academy. The event, described as a milestone in the company’s […]

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5 h. ago ‘Buhari messed up the country before Tinubu came in, now, there’s no real difference’

Tribune Online ‘Buhari messed up the country before Tinubu came in, now, there’s no real difference’ It was a chilly Wednesday morning. The rain had just finished drenching the streets of Warri, leaving the air crisp and cold. As the city stirred awake, the familiar voice of Mama Felicia (not her real name) echoed through Ginuwa and Okandeji Streets along Warri-Sapele Road. “Hot Ukodo!” she called, her voice cutting through the […] ‘Buhari messed up the country before Tinubu came in, now, there’s no real difference’ Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Future of Power Africa: Addressing regulatory changes, unlocking opportunities

The future of power in Africa is focused on transitioning to renewable energy sources and expanding energy access, with initiatives read more Future of Power Africa: Addressing regulatory changes, unlocking opportunities

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8 h. ago Gov Bago congratulates Niger APC chairman on federal appointment

Tribune Online Gov Bago congratulates Niger APC chairman on federal appointment He stated that the appointment underscores the APC-led administration’s commitment to rewarding hard work, dedication, and loyalty. Gov Bago congratulates Niger APC chairman on federal appointment Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Stop criminals’ access to resources, Ibas tells NSCDC, others

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has charged paramilitary agencies to increase patrols in order to avert crime in the state. Also, Ibas harped on collaboration among various security agencies in the state to keep the state safer and peaceful, saying there could not be any meaningful development without a Read More

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12 h. ago Power sector liquidity crisis needs presidential intervention – NDPHC

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited, Jennifer Adighije has stated the need for a presidential intervention to address the severe liquidity crisis plaguing the power sector. She said the intervention should begin with the settling of over N4tn owed to power generating companies and facilitating funding for ongoing projects to Read More

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16 h. ago PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625

Tribune Online PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625 The Principal and Chief Executive of the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Dr. Samuel Onoji, has urged newly admitted students to take advantage of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as the institute matriculated 1,625 freshers. PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625 Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Anambra traders count losses as fire guts warehouse, building

Some traders and residents are counting their losses after an early morning fire gutted a warehouse and a two-storey building containing textiles and other durable materials on Ifejika Street, near Main Market, Sokoto Road, Onitsha, Anambra State. The fire, which reportedly started around 6:20am on Friday, raged for nearly six hours, prompting the swift deployment Read More

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16 h. ago Oyo fines 32 offenders N50,000 each for dumping of waste illegally

Oyo State Government on Friday prosecuted 32 individuals for indiscriminate waste disposal, including dumping sachet water nylons, refuse, and other waste materials at road medians and unauthorised places. The Tribunal judge, Barrister Olumide Abifarin, disclosed this during a hearing held at the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ibadan. A statement by the Commissioner for Read More

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16 h. ago NDPHC seeks presidential intervention over N4trn debt owed to GenCos

Jennifer Adighije, Managing Director of Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) Limited, has called for Presidential intervention to facilitate funding read more NDPHC seeks presidential intervention over N4trn debt owed to GenCos

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17 h. ago Segilola Resources Strengthens Ties With Host Communities Through Major Infrastructure Projects

As part of its unwavering commitment to sustainable community development, Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) is making significant strides in infrastructure and local development for its host communities with two major projects: the construction of a royal palace for Imogbara and the development of the Imogbara-Odo-Ijesa road. The 2.4 km road project began in late […]

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18 h. ago Goods lost, buildings destroyed as fire razes Onitsha market

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Several goods worth millions of naira were lost while two buildings were affected as a fire outbreak on Friday razed parts of the Onitsha Main Market at Ifejika Street/Sokoto Road in Anambra State, Nigeria. The fire, which reportedly started at one of the buildings in the early morning hours, escalated into […] The post Goods lost, buildings destroyed as fire razes Onitsha market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Tribunal Slams N1.6m Fine On 32 Offenders For Illegal Waste Disposal In Oyo

A total of 32 persons have been fine N50,000 each by the Oyo State Tribunal on Environmental Sanitation for violating the state’s environmental sanitation laws. The 32 persons were prosecuted for indiscriminately dumping sachet water nylons, refuse, and other waste materials at road medians and unathorised places. The tribunal judge, Olumide Abifarin, disclosed this during […]

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25 h. ago NDPHC seeks presidential intervention on N4tn debt, project funding

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited, Jennifer Adighije has stated the need for a presidential intervention to address the severe liquidity crisis plaguing the power sector. She said the intervention should begin with settling of over N4tn owed to Generating Companies and facilitating funding for ongoing projects to enhance electricity Read More

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26 h. ago 23 killed in Northern Nigeria during hunger protest – Report

Six persons were killed in Niger State during the August 2024 #EndBadGovenance protest, a report by the CLEEN Foundation has revealed. The body also disclosed that 23 persons were killed in the protest, and they were all drawn from the north. The foundation made this known on Thursday in Minna, Niger State, where it presented Read More

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27 h. ago Delta Committed To Grassroots Sports Devt, Youth Engagement – Oborevwori

The Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) Torch made a notable stop in Asaba on Wednesday, where Governor Sheriff Oborevwori affirmed his administration’s unwavering dedication to grassroots sports development and youth engagement. In a rallying call, he urged Team Delta to reclaim the state’s revered position in sports during the inaugural games set to take place […]

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27 h. ago IT institute empowers persons with disabilities with digital skills certification

The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has graduated its second cohort of the IT Bridge Academy, a specialised nine-month training programme read more IT institute empowers persons with disabilities with digital skills certification

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