41 h. ago FG restates commitment to modernising public broadcast assets

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reiterated the unwavering commitment of the President Bola Tinubu administration to the modernisation and transformation of Nigeria’s media and broadcasting landscape. Speaking at the sixth edition of the 2025 ministerial press briefing series held at the National Press Centre, Abuja, yesterday, […] The post FG restates commitment to modernising public broadcast assets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Nigeria investigating Truecaller, TikTok over data processing — NDPC boss

NDPC partners with health ministry to strengthen data protection in healthcare From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) said it is currently investigating global platforms like Truecaller and TikTok over their handling of Nigerian citizens’ data. NCDPC also said that it has intensified efforts to secure sensitive information within the country’s healthcare […] The post Nigeria investigating Truecaller, TikTok over data processing — NDPC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago FG Intensifies Efforts To Modernise Nigeria’s Legal Framework

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to modernising and consolidating Nigeria’s federal laws through a comprehensive law reform process currently underway. This follows the opening of the second national retreat of the Committee on the Review of the Laws of the Federation, held in Abuja. Speaking at the retreat, Attorney-General of the Federation and […]

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Drugs, Arms In Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 157 suspects and recovered a large cache of drugs, firearms, and stolen property in a major crackdown on criminal activities across the state. The operation which spanned four weeks was part of the intensified efforts of the new Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Bakori who assumed office on […]

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8 d. ago Lagos Govt Demolishes Illegal Structures Along Lekki Waterfronts

  The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to rid its waterfronts of unauthorized developments, targeting illegal structures recently springing up along the Lekki Coastal Road corridor. The exercise, spearheaded by the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development (MWID), took place on Friday at the Okunde Bluewater Scheme in Lekki. Commissioner for the ministry, Ekundayo Alebiosu, […] The post Lagos Govt Demolishes Illegal Structures Along Lekki Waterfronts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kano Gov’t Rolls Out New Environmental Laws To Curb Pollution

The Kano State Government has unveiled a new set of environmental protection laws aimed at addressing increasing pollution across the state. Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change in the state, Dr. Dahir Hashim disclosed this shortly after submitting the new legal framework to the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Farouk-Ibrahim, who pledged full […]

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2 w. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors

Tribune Online Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors In response to concerns raised by depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, whose balances exceed the maximum deposit insurance limit of N5 million, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it has intensified efforts to ensure timely payments. Following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s banking license by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on June […] Heritage Bank: NDIC promises timely payment of uninsured sums to depositors Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Diphtheria Outbreak: Lagos Records 10 Confirmed Cases In 3 Months

Lagos State recorded 10 confirmed cases of diphtheria between January 1 and March 27, 2025, as health authorities intensified efforts to curb the outbreak. Commissioner for Health in the state, Prof. Akin Abayomi, who disclosed this while giving an update on the outbreak at the weekend, said suspected cases have fluctuated over the period, with […]

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3 w. ago ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers

Tribune Online ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers   The Federal Government  through the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has continued its advocacy for the formal designation of seafarers as key workers. This, the government explained, would ensure legal protection, and a harmonised framework between the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the International Maritime […] ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy

Tribune Online Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy In spite of the Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024), existing legal framework surrounding surrogacy in Nigeria has not entrenched confidence in the system as experts highlight loopholes that make it fall short of expectations in relation to other jurisdictions while they call for urgent comprehensive legal structure to protect the rights of parties. ADEOLA […] Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining

Tribune Online FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining The Federal Government has intensified efforts to curb illegal mining activities in Nigeria through the deployment of satellite technology and increased budgetary allocation to the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development. Speaking at a press conference marking the first anniversary of the Mining Marshals Corps, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, emphasized that illegal […] FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining Tribune Online

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3 w. ago PHOTOS: Customs, others destroy expired, illicit drugs in Lagos

The Nigeria Customs Service in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser and other regulatory bodies, has intensified efforts to eliminate harmful pharmaceuticals from circulation. This is as a large-scale destruction exercise took place at a dumpsite in Epe, Lagos, on Friday. A statement shared on X on Sunday disclosed that this marks Read More

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last month SON intensifies effort to curtail influx of substandard tyres in Nigerian markets

Tribune Online SON intensifies effort to curtail influx of substandard tyres in Nigerian markets sensitise retailers, distributors of product in Apo tyre market The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) is intensifying efforts to curtail the influx of substandard tyres into the country’s market. Speaking on Thursday while sensitising members of the tyre market in Apo, Abuja, the Director General of SON, Dr Ifeanyi Okeke, lamented that expired or low-quality […] SON intensifies effort to curtail influx of substandard tyres in Nigerian markets Tribune Online

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