43 m. ago Federal Government, Governors Push Skills Council Bill To NASS

The federal government and state governors have concluded plans to transmit a bill to the National Assembly for the formal establishment of the National Council on Skills. The move was part of sweeping efforts to harmonise Nigeria’s fragmented skills development sector and tackle youth unemployment. Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani disclosed this to State House […]

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47 m. ago Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation

By Doris Obinna The Lagos State Ministry of Health has launched the development of its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP), with a strong emphasis on aligning health strategies with the state’s budget and global best practices to deliver better outcomes for residents. At a management meeting held on Monday, in Ikeja, Commissioner for Health, Prof. […] The post Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 m. ago Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project

The Oyo State Government has approved N17.1 billion for the dualisation of Ajia Road in Ibadan, a move aimed at improving transportation infrastructure and easing traffic flow. State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Mr. Mojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed the approval while briefing journalists on the outcome of the weekly State Executive Council (SEC) meeting Tuesday. He […] The post Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 m. ago Northern group urges govs to support peace talks with bandits

Tribune Online Northern group urges govs to support peace talks with bandits It is unbecoming of a leader to say he knows the movements of criminals but does nothing with the information. ... Northern group urges govs to support peace talks with bandits Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Nigeria to provide world’s largest workforce by 2050 – Tinubu

CBN targets $1 bn diaspora monthly remittance by 2026 From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria is on track to become the nation with the world’s largest workforce by 2050, stressing that his administration is working assiduously to unlock the potential of the country’s young population to drive growth, innovation, and […] The post Nigeria to provide world’s largest workforce by 2050 – Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Sokoto govt moves ₦38.8bn to priority sectors in budget review

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has approved a technical amendment to the 2025 budget, reallocating ₦38.81 billion from underutilised areas to critical sectors to drive stronger performance. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Development, Dr. Abubakar Zayanna, who briefed journalists after Tuesday’s State Executive Council meeting, said the review was aimed at […] The post Sokoto govt moves ₦38.8bn to priority sectors in budget review appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nepal PM Resigns As Protests Over Social Media Ban Turn Deadly

Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli resigned on Tuesday after violent protests against a short-lived social media ban spiralled into a broader movement against corruption and the country’s political elite. The resignation did little to calm the streets as tens of thousands of protesters blocked roads, torched government buildings, and attacked political leaders and Army […]

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6 h. ago 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report

Tribune Online 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report A survey conducted by Sustainable Energy for All in 2021 shows that 40% of functional Primary Health Care facilities in Nigeria do not have access to electricit... 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report Tribune Online

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6 h. ago “Movie Making Is About Talent, Not Fine Faces” — Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has expressed concerns about the increasing tendency in the Nigerian film industry—particularly in YouTube productions—to prioritize “marketable faces” over genuine acting talent. Kanayo O. Kanayo, whose real name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere, is a celebrated Nollywood pioneer, widely recognised for his iconic performance in the 1992 classic Living in […] The post “Movie Making Is About Talent, Not Fine Faces” — Kanayo O. Kanayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Presidency Fires Back At Dino Melaye For Criticising Debt Profile Under Tinubu

The Presidency has dismissed remarks by former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, on Nigeria’s rising debt profile, describing them as “entertainment, and not enlightenment.” Recall that Melaye, during an interview on Arise News Channel’s Prime Time show on Monday evening, mocked the Tinubu administration’s borrowing practices, alleging that the situation had become so dire that […]

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8 h. ago Sokoto okays budget adjustment, approves maor road repairs to ease flooding

Tribune Online Sokoto okays budget adjustment, approves maor road repairs to ease flooding The move, announced on Tuesday, is designed to improve budget performance, address urgent needs, and ensure that funds no longer sit idle while Sokoto okays budget adjustment, approves maor road repairs to ease flooding Tribune Online

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11 h. ago NCAA Warns Airlines Against Unnecessary Flight Delays, Threatens Sanctions

NCAA said such moves “will no longer be tolerated,” vowing that it would begin naming and shaming defaulting airlines. The post NCAA Warns Airlines Against Unnecessary Flight Delays, Threatens Sanctions appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago France: ‘Despicable acts,’ Police react as pigs’ heads found outside mosques

Tribune Online France: ‘Despicable acts,’ Police react as pigs’ heads found outside mosques “I want our Muslim compatriots to be able to practice their faith in peace... France: ‘Despicable acts,’ Police react as pigs’ heads found outside mosques Tribune Online

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12 h. ago FG moves to revive joint commissions with southern African countries

Nigeria has announced plans to revive and strengthen its joint commissions with several Southern African countries as part of efforts read more FG moves to revive joint commissions with southern African countries

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15 h. ago Manufacturing, Agric Sectors’ Underperformance Weakens Industrialisation

The underperformance of Nigeria’s manufacturing and agricultural sectors is significantly weakening the country’s industrialisation efforts. Industry stakeholders attributed the real sector’s underperformance to multiple challenges constraining the realisation of its huge potential. These include persistent structural challenges, including an unreliable power supply, inadequate infrastructure, limited access to affordable finance, regulatory bottlenecks, and the significant reduction […]

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16 h. ago SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign

Tribune Online SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Contrary to a report, the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) has dismissed claim that it demanded the resignation of the Minister of Finance and the coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr Wale Edun. It also restated its commitment and loyalty to the reform agenda of the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The clarification was […] SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Clearing Agents Decry Rising Demurrage Over Bank Server Outage

Clearing agents at the nation’s seaports have voiced strong concerns over escalating demurrage charges caused by an unexpected bank server outage, severely disrupting port operations. The technical failure has stalled payment transactions essential for cargo clearance, leading to prolonged container storage and increasing costs for importers and exporters. Industry insiders report that the bank’s server […]

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20 h. ago Taiwan will work with Nigeria to overcome building collapse —Ambassador

Tribune Online Taiwan will work with Nigeria to overcome building collapse —Ambassador Taiwan Representative and Head of Mission in Nigeria, Mr. Andy Yih Ping Liu, said the country is ready to work with Nigeria to overcome building collapse and real estate challenges. Speaking during the Annual General Meeting of FIABCI, Nigeria Chapter in Lagos, You Ping Liu, suggested the adoption of Taiwan model for the promotion of […] Taiwan will work with Nigeria to overcome building collapse —Ambassador Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Africa loses $12.7bn annually to infrastructure damages from disasters, report finds

Africa suffers an average of $12.7 billion in annual infrastructure losses from natural disasters, according to a new report by read more Africa loses $12.7bn annually to infrastructure damages from disasters, report finds

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28 h. ago Motorists, Pedestrians Lament As Flood Submerges Lagos Roads

Parts of Oduduwa Way GRA in Ikeja Local Government area of Lagos was submerged with floodwaters after heavy downpour on Monday. Our correspondents report that aside from Oduduwa Way GRA, Ladipo and adjoining streets were also flooded, disrupting movement of motorists and pedestrians. The flooding, which reached knee-level in some spots at Ikeja GRA, started […]

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