7 h. ago Ibas urges strict implementation of PPP agreements in Rivers sea ports

The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), has emphasised the need for strict implementation of Public-Private Partnership agreements at Rivers sea ports to maximise benefits and boost economic growth. Ibas spoke when he received members of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets, led by its Chairman, Ademorin Kuye, who called Read More

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9 h. ago ECOWAS At 50: Stakeholders Urge Reforms To Prevent Regional Disintegration

As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) approaches its 50th anniversary, stakeholders from various sectors have expressed deep concern over the bloc’s future, emphasising the urgent need for structural reforms to avert potential disintegration. Speaking at a high-level convening organised by the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) in partnership with the West […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday advanced their partnership in the solid minerals sector during a technical working session in Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, hosted South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, to discuss mining sector cooperation. Alake emphasised that collaboration between […] The post Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago UCL: Arsenal Knock Out Trophy Holders Real Madrid To Reach Semifinals

Arsenal are through to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League (UCL), beating holders Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate in their quarterfinal match to advance on Wednesday night. The Gunners were too much for Real Madrid, as they secured a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabeu in their second match on Wednesday to reach the […]

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16 h. ago Rent Hike: Lagos Assembly seek full implementation of 2015 tenancy law

The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to enforce the full read more Rent Hike: Lagos Assembly seek full implementation of 2015 tenancy law

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18 h. ago ECOWAS At 50: Stakeholders Seek Reforms To Prevent Regional Disintegration

As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) approaches its 50th anniversary, stakeholders from various sectors have expressed deep concern over the regional bloc’s future, emphasising the urgent need for structural reforms to avert potential disintegration. Speaking at a high-level convening organised by the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) in partnership with the […]

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19 h. ago Medical lab scientists urge Tinubu to implement National Health Act

The Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, on Wednesday, called on the Federal Government to ensure the full implementation of the National Health Act 2014 to address health challenges across the country and combat quackery in the profession. The National President of AMLSN, Dr Uche Odionyenma, made the call during a press conference in Read More

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19 h. ago AI Blocked 5.1bn Harmful Adverts In 2024, Suspended 39m Accounts — Report

Google’s 2024 Ads Safety Report has revealed how artificial intelligence (AI) is now a frontline defense against harmful online content, blocking 5.1 billion ads, restricting 9.1 billion more, and suspending over 39 million advertiser accounts. The crackdown comes as scams become more sophisticated, with many leveraging AI-generated content or impersonating public figures. Google’s advanced AI […]

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20 h. ago Building Collapse: Institute calls for domestication of building code in States

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo The Taraba State Chapter of Nigerian Institute of Building (NIB) has called for the domestication and full implementation of the National Building Code (NBC) in all the states of the Federation as a means of checking incessant collapse of buildings in the country.  The state Chairman of the Institute Dr Ayuba […] The post Building Collapse: Institute calls for domestication of building code in States appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago UPDATED: Dangote refinery slashes petrol price again, now N835/litre

Fresh from implementing a ₦15 price reduction in its loading cost for Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, the Dangote Refinery has again slashed its refined product prices to make them cheaper, cutting its ex-depot rate to ₦835 per litre. The new price represents a ₦30 reduction from ₦865 per litre implemented six days Read More

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26 h. ago ‘Abia Govt’s Planned Export Promotion Hub At Advanced Stage’

Abia State government’s plans to establish an export promotion hub in the state to increase its participation in international trade has reached an advanced stage. The special adviser to the governor on Trade, Commerce and Industry, Nwaka Inem stated this, yesterday, while speaking to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, the state capital. Nwaka had attended the inauguration, […]

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28 h. ago New Animal Feed Policy To Drive National Herd Growth To 398.9m Heads – FG

The federal government yesterday hinted at plans to double the national herd to 398.9 million heads by 2035 through the implementation of the newly developed National Animal Feeds and Fodder Policy (NAFFP). Minister of livestock development, Idi Maiha, stated this during the stakeholders meeting to validate the draft NAFFP document in Abuja. The minister described […]

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28 h. ago Opeyemi Bamidele urges governments, organisations to advance education for global brands

Opeyemi Bamidele, a Senate leader, has challenged governments at all levels, corporate organisations and philanthropists to invest more meaningfully in read more Opeyemi Bamidele urges governments, organisations to advance education for global brands

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31 h. ago NASENI’s NEDDI: Leading Nigeria’s Advancement In Engineering Innovation And Capital Goods Development

In an era characterized by rapid technological progress and industrial transformation, Nigeria is boldly forging ahead towards self-reliance and global competitiveness. At the forefront of this paradigm shift is the Nigerian Engineering Design Development Institute (NEDDI), one of the 12 divisions of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), entrusted with the task […]

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34 h. ago Simpler regulations needed for modern policy challenges – OECD

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has revealed that governments worldwide must embrace simpler, smarter, and more adaptive regulatory frameworks to meet the challenges of modern policymaking. OECD’s latest flagship report titled ‘Regulatory Policy Outlook 2025’ emphasised the urgent need for governments to rethink how they design, implement, and review regulations to align with Read More

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38 h. ago Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos

The Lagos State House of Assembly has emphasized the urgent need for the full enforcement of the Tenancy Law of 2015 to address the persistent problem of arbitrary rent hikes across the state. This call follows growing concerns from residents and lawmakers about the rising cost of housing in Lagos, which has been making it […] The post Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has issued 47 Licenses to Establish (LTE) and 30 Licenses to Construct (LTC) refineries in one year, significantly advancing Nigeria’s refining capacity. Announced by NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed during the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, these licenses represent a combined […] The post NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago FG gazzettes ECOWAS tarriffs, advancing AfCFTA implementation

The Federal Government has gazetted and transmitted the ECOWAS schedule of tariff offers for Trade in Goods under the African Continental Free Trade Area to its secretariat. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, said this through a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday. Oduwole said that, the move was ahead of the Read More

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49 h. ago CSOs Launch Energy Transition As Gas Flaring, Others Threaten Communities

A civil society organisation (CSO) committed to poverty and environmental risk reduction has expressed concerns over widespread gas flaring, methane emissions, environmental degradation and carbon pollution in the Niger Delta. Towards this end, the Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) has rallied global agencies including Global Greengrants Fund (GGF) and Oilwatch […]

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51 h. ago Experts call for strategic policy implementation to grow Nigeria’s SMEs

Financial experts have emphasised the urgent need to implement strategic policies to foster the growth and resilience of small and read more Experts call for strategic policy implementation to grow Nigeria’s SMEs

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