99 m. ago Publish Recipients Of N330bn Payout To Poor Nigerians, NLC Tells Federal Government

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), on Thursday, asked the federal government to disclose the full list of beneficiaries of the N330 billion reportedly disbursed to poor Nigerians under the cash transfer programme. The call comes amidst government’s claims that millions of citizens had been lifted out of poverty through social safety net schemes managed by […]

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3 h. ago NDLEA Hands Over 450,000 Seized Pregabalin Capsules To NAFDAC In Kano

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, has transferred 450,000 intercepted Pregabalin capsules to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for forensic analysis and regulatory action. Pregabalin, a medication classified as an anticonvulsant and prescribed for pain relief, has in recent years become one of the most […] The post NDLEA Hands Over 450,000 Seized Pregabalin Capsules To NAFDAC In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NDLEA Hands Over 450,000 Pregabalin Capsules To NAFDAC For Investigation

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command has transferred 450,000 Pregabalin capsules to the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for forensic examination and regulatory assessment. According to a statement by the spokesperson of the Command, Sadiq Maigatari, the drug consignment was intercepted by an NDLEA patrol team on […]

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4 h. ago FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed a total of N330 billion in cash transfers to poor and vulnerable citizens through the National Social Safety-net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). This was disclosed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. According to […] The post FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

Wale Edun, minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has called for a prudent management of public resources, read more Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

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20 h. ago Federal, State, Local Governments Share N2.22trn August Revenue

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), at its September 2025 meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, shared a total sum of N2.225 trillion to the three tiers of government as federation allocation for the month of August 2025 from a gross total of N3.635 trillion. […]

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20 h. ago FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has said that over 8.1 million households have so far benefited from its National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), representing a 54 per cent coverage rate as of August 2025. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who disclosed this at a press briefing […] The post FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago 8.1 million households benefit from Social Safety Net as FG links NIN to direct transfers — Edun

Tribune Online 8.1 million households benefit from Social Safety Net as FG links NIN to direct transfers — Edun The Federal Government said 8.1 million households are now beneficiaries of its National Social Safety Net Programme, designed to cushion the impact of economic reforms on the poorest and most vulnerable citizens. 8.1 million households benefit from Social Safety Net as FG links NIN to direct transfers — Edun Tribune Online

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24 h. ago FG disburses ₦330bn in cash transfers to poor households – Edun

The federal government has disbursed up to ₦330 billion in direct cash transfers to poor and vulnerable households across the read more FG disburses ₦330bn in cash transfers to poor households – Edun

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26 h. ago Poor Diagnostic Capacity Driving Misdiagnosis Of Acute Fever In Nigeria – US CDC

The United States Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) has raised concerns that limited laboratory diagnostic capacity in Nigeria was leading to the misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis of Acute Febrile Illnesses (AFIs), resulting in inappropriate treatment and poor patient outcomes. The warning came during a media roundtable in Abuja on Wednesday, where the US […]

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28 h. ago AGILE project: Kogi govt disburses N534m grants to school girls

Tribune Online AGILE project: Kogi govt disburses N534m grants to school girls Kogi Government on Wednesday, commenced the disbursement of N534,360,000 Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) under the AGILE project: Kogi govt disburses N534m grants to school girls Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Police disburse N46.9m to families of fallen officers

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police disburse N46.9m to families of fallen officers Akwa Ibom State Police Command has disbursed a total of ₦46,995,139.32 to families of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, even as it Akwa Ibom: Police disburse N46.9m to families of fallen officers Tribune Online

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30 h. ago IGP Gives N46.9m Lifeline To Families Of Slain Policemen In Akwa Ibom

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has presented the sum of N46,995,139.32 to the families of late officers and men of the Akwa Ibom State Command who lost their lives in the line of duty. The Commissioner of Police in the State, CP Baba Azare, who presented the cash to the beneficiaries at […]

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34 h. ago ‘Culprit caught’ – Actress Ibinabo Fiberesima gives update on N1.5m unauthorised bank transfer

By John Ogunsemore Nollywood actress and producer, Ibinabo Fiberesima has said that the culprit behind an unauthorised transfer of N1.5 million from her bank account has been identified. “I found the culprit,” Fiberesima disclosed in a terse response to this reporter’s message seeking information about the incident on Tuesday. On Monday, the actress took to […] The post ‘Culprit caught’ – Actress Ibinabo Fiberesima gives update on N1.5m unauthorised bank transfer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Culture

34 h. ago I’m Fit To Shine In Scottish Premiership, Iheanacho Declares

Nigerian international Kelechi Iheanacho has declared that he is fit and ready for the demands of playing in the Scottish Premiership. The forward, who joined Celtic Park on a free transfer earlier this month, scored on his debut for the Scottish club. Iheanacho expressed his commitment during the game, claiming he is capable of playing […]

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40 h. ago “Stop Focusing Only On Lagos, Highlight Your States Too” — Tacha Slams Content Creators Over Infrastructure Criticism

Former Big Brother Naija star and media personality, Tacha, has criticised content creator Scott Iguma for his comments about poor drainage in a highbrow area in Lagos, where properties are reportedly sold for billions of naira. Tacha accused Iguma and other content creators of hypocrisy, arguing that they constantly focus on Lagos as if it […] The post “Stop Focusing Only On Lagos, Highlight Your States Too” — Tacha Slams Content Creators Over Infrastructure Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Airline operators commend Tinubu, Edun  for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports

Nigerian airline operators have praised President Bola Tinubu and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, for the prompt suspension of the proposed 4% Free on Board fee on imports. In a statement released by its President, Abdulmunaf Sarina, and made accessible to Daily Sun on Tuesday, the suspension was described […] The post Airline operators commend Tinubu, Edun  for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Emeritus Professor Samuel Ohaegbulam, Foundation President of the Nigerian Academy of Medicine (NAMED), has raised alarm over the worsening state of Nigeria’s universities, warning that the unchecked expansion of institutions without regard for quality is weakening the entire system. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Lecture, Induction Ceremony and Scientific Conference of […] The post Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago AON praises Tinubu, Edun for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports

Tribune Online AON praises Tinubu, Edun for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of Finance Wale Edun for suspending the 4% Free on Board (FOB) levy on imports.  AON praises Tinubu, Edun for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Politicians, Not Yahoo Boys, Are Why Nigeria Is Disrespected Abroad – Seun Kuti

  Afrobeat singer and activist, Seun Kuti, has stirred conversations once again after declaring that Nigeria’s poor global image is not the fault of internet fraudsters. These fraudsters are popularly called “yahoo boys,” but according to Kuti, the real reason behind Nigeria’s reputation issues lies elsewhere. According to him, the blame lies squarely on the […] The post Politicians, Not Yahoo Boys, Are Why Nigeria Is Disrespected Abroad – Seun Kuti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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