30 m. ago MFM urges stakeholders to prioritise quality education for Nigerian children

The MFM church calls on stakeholders to prioritise quality education for Nigerian children at a student leadership summit held in Akure, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/mfm-urges-stakeholders-to-prioritise-quality-education-for-nigerian-children/

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90 m. ago FG orders ministries to prioritise local tech, companies in projects

The Nigerian government directs ministries to prioritise local tech and companies in projects, enforcing local content to boost the non-oil economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-orders-ministries-to-prioritise-local-tech-companies-in-projects/

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1 hour ago LAWMA boss, Gbadegesin, leads reconciliation push in Okeho, meets APC leaders

Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has embarked on a drive for renewed reconciliation efforts within the Okeho chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as he held strategic engagements with key APC stakeholders aimed at strengthening harmony and rebuilding trust among party members in the Kajola Local Government […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity development – Sen Joel Onowakpo

Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, chairman of Senate Committee on Local Content has lamented that Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity read more Nigeria remains far behind in local capacity development – Sen Joel Onowakpo

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2 h. ago [VIDEO] Insecurity: Terrorists Are Enjoying Local, Foreign Backing — Senator Adeyemi

The former lawmaker said that there are insiders who are acting as agents for the terrorists. The post [VIDEO] Insecurity: Terrorists Are Enjoying Local, Foreign Backing — Senator Adeyemi appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago NCDMB reports 61% local content in petroleum industry, unveils $100m equity fund

NCDMB achieves 61% Nigerian local content in the petroleum industry, nearing its 70% goal. A new $100m equity fund is unveiled to boost further growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-reports-61-local-content-in-petroleum-industry-unveils-100m-equity-fund/

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2 h. ago Senate urges priority for Nigerians in oil, gas local content implementation

The Senate Committee on Local Content is urging prioritization of Nigerians in the oil and gas sector, citing violations of the Nigerian Local Content Act. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-urges-priority-for-nigerians-in-oil-gas-local-content-implementation/

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2 h. ago Edo, PDP clash over destruction of Obaseki’s legacy projects claims

Edo State government and the PDP trade accusations over the alleged destruction of former Governor Obaseki’s legacy projects, fueling a political clash. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-pdp-clash-over-destruction-of-obasekis-legacy-projects-claims/

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2 h. ago C’River children scared to return to school as panic persists over attempted abduction

Tension is now brewing at Government School, Ijibor in Bekwara Local Government Area of northern Cross River State has remain read more C’River children scared to return to school as panic persists over attempted abduction

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3 h. ago Nigeria aviation revenue generation to reach $2.58bn by 2029 — Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday disclosed that Nigeria’s aviation revenue is projected to reach $2.58 billion by 2029, following steady growth in the sector over the years.

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4 h. ago From FBNQuest to EverQuest: Inside details of FBN Holdings divestment

On November 29, FBN Holdings Plc announced its full divestment from FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited, ending nearly a decade of read more From FBNQuest to EverQuest: Inside details of FBN Holdings divestment

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4 h. ago CAC warns Nigerians against fake companies, lists unregistered firms

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has warned Nigerians against fake companies. See the full list of unregistered firms to avoid fraudulent activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/cac-warns-nigerians-against-fake-companies-lists-unregistered-firms/

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5 h. ago SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal

The State Security Service (SSS) on Tuesday arraigned Omoyele Sowore, human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, at the Federal High Court in Abuja for allegedly cyberbullying President Bola Tinubu by calling him a criminal. Mr Sowore was arraigned alongside the parent companies of Facebook and X over his posts on the social media […] The post SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Gunmen invade community, abduct five Rivers varsity students

Gunmen, believed to be cultists, have abducted five students of the Rivers State University from their off-campus residence in Emuoha Local Government Area Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-invade-community-abduct-five-rivers-varsity-students/

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6 h. ago Hong Kong Set Up ‘Independent Committee’ To Probe Fire Incident

While Hong Kong has seen an outpouring of grief, local media reported that several people who were calling for answers and accountability had been arrested. The post Hong Kong Set Up ‘Independent Committee’ To Probe Fire Incident appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Starbucks to pay $38.9m after NYC finds hundreds of thousands of scheduling violations

American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves, Starbucks, will pay $38.9 million after New York City said the company broke a local law

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11 h. ago Transmission Company Highlights Milestones In Digital Transformation

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said it recorded significant progress under the leadership of its managing director and CEO, Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz. The company, he said, has accelerated project delivery, strengthened the national electricity grid, and embarked on an ambitious digital transformation program, ensuring more efficient transmission of bulk power across the country. […]

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12 h. ago Cardoso says 27 banks raised fresh capital in recapitalisation race

At least twenty-seven banks are raising new capital ahead of a sector-wide recapitalisation programme that is expected to boost lenders’ read more Cardoso says 27 banks raised fresh capital in recapitalisation race

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12 h. ago Access Holdings to raise N40bn via private placement to bolster capital

Access Holdings Plc will ask shareholders to approve a plan to raise as much as N40 billion through a private read more Access Holdings to raise N40bn via private placement to bolster capital

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14 h. ago Gov Radda’s Development Trajectory Unmatched – Executive Secretary, KSDMB

Briefingly tell us about your journey to becoming the Executive Secretary of the  board?   Regarding my journey to this position, I would say it was largely the decision of the state government. As of December 11th, 2024, I was still the Project Coordinator for the AGILE Project, and that was the only role I […]

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