2 h. ago Niger scholarship board begins student verification in higher institutions

Tribune Online Niger scholarship board begins student verification in higher institutions The Niger State Scholarship Board has announced the commencement of physical verification for students enrolled in various higher institutions across Nigeria. This verification process is set to begin on 17 March 2025 for the first batch of selected schools. In a recent statement, the board emphasised the importance of attendance for students who have successfully […] Niger scholarship board begins student verification in higher institutions Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Never stop believing, Rashford excited after England squad return

Marcus Rashford has expressed his excitement after earning a recall to the England squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. The Aston Villa forward, who was dropped from the England squad by former manager Garet Southgate in past international fixtures, shared his enthusiasm on social media Instagram, stating, “Never stop Read More

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3 h. ago Abia Lawmaker Raises Alarm Over Accidents In Front Of School

Abia State House of Assembly Committee chairman on Power, Public Utilities, and Water, Aaron Uzordike has raised alarm over road accidents in front of Osusu Community/Secondary Schools in Aba. Uzordike expressed concern about the situation when he spoke to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, the state capital, calling for all hands to be on deck ” to […]

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3 h. ago NAFDAC uncovers syndicate scamming foreign firms with fake documents

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has uncovered a fraudulent syndicate that has been scamming foreign companies using fake NAFDAC documents. The agency’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed this at a press conference held on Friday. The prime suspect, Mr. Ikoro Ifendu, a native of Amamba Village, Abiriba in Ohafia Local Read More

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3 h. ago You Must Choose Between Fighting Dubois Or Fury In July, Hearn Warns Joshua

British boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn has told former heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua to make a quick decision between fighting Daniel Dubios or Tyson Fury in July. Recall that Joshua had built extraordinary momentum in boxing since his back-to-back loss to Usyk, beating the likes of Jermaine Franklin, Robert Helenius, Otto Wallin, and Francis Ngannou, all […]

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4 h. ago The untapped potential for Nigeria’s indigenous rice varieties to contribute to food security and sustainability goals 

Tribune Online The untapped potential for Nigeria’s indigenous rice varieties to contribute to food security and sustainability goals    Nigerian local rice varieties, typically unpolished and aromatic, hold immense potential to enhance food security, promote sustainability, and support positive dietary goals. Ofada rice, Ilesha rice, Abakaliki, Ekpoma and Igbimo rice brands are more than just culinary staples—they are a potential sustainable alternative to imported rice. The global potential of indigenous grains The rising global […] The untapped potential for Nigeria’s indigenous rice varieties to contribute to food security and sustainability goals  Tribune Online

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5 h. ago We Have Given 42,000 Students Free Corrective Glasses, Says Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has said about 42,000 students and pupils of both secondary and public primary schools have received corrective eyeglasses free of charge to aid their academic pursuits. Adeleke made this known in Osogbo during the presentation of corrective glasses and drugs to the pupils and the distribution of free medical […]

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5 h. ago Unite in managing fiscal policies, Finance Minister urges stakeholders

Tribune Online Unite in managing fiscal policies, Finance Minister urges stakeholders The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has called for unity in fiscal management to reshape Nigeria's economic future. Unite in managing fiscal policies, Finance Minister urges stakeholders Tribune Online

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6 h. ago US varsity to lay off 2000 employees, cites termination of USAID

US university Johns Hopkins on Thursday announced plans to lay off more than 2,000 of its employees around the globe, noting that the move is coming on the heels of President Donald Trump’s administration’s massive reduction in foreign aid funds. In a statement made available by the school on Thursday, the leading scientific said, “This Read More

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6 h. ago World sleep day: Prioritise quality sleep to prevent stroke, seizures – Mouka

As the world marks World Sleep Day, Mouka has sensitised Nigerians to the pivotal role of sleep, noting that good sleep promotes wellness and resilience. In a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Friday, Mouka said it is joining the World Sleep Society, thousands of sleep health professionals and advocates worldwide in raising awareness of Read More

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8 h. ago Dangote foundation inaugurates N16bn food intervention project

The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has inaugurated the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project valued at N16 billion and to read more Dangote foundation inaugurates N16bn food intervention project

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10 h. ago Bauchi Assembly Amends Law To Provide Free Sanitary Pads In Schools

Bauchi State House of Assembly has passed a bill to provide free sanitary pads in primary, secondary, and community schools across the State to help address problems associated with menstrual hygiene challenges among school girls. The House passed the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Board Law of 2012 during a special sitting presided over […]

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12 h. ago Dangote Foundation To Spend N16bn On Bags Of Rice For 1m Nigerians

Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive a 10kg bag of rice each as the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) launched the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project, valued at N16 billion, on Thursday. Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, the chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, Mr Aliko Dangote, said the distribution of one million […]

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14 h. ago Senate passes bill to establish national council for traditional rulers

A bill to establish the National Council for Traditional Rulers and formalise their roles has passed its second reading in the Senate. The general principles of the bill, sponsored by Simon Lalong, were presented yesterday. The debate elicited concerns from lawmakers, particularly regarding potential conflicts of responsibility with elected political officers at local government councils. […] The post Senate passes bill to establish national council for traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Governor’s Cup: Edo students eager to participate, says commissioner

Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr Paddy Iyamu, has said that students from various secondary schools in the state are eager to participate in the 2025 Governor’s Cup. Iyamu made the disclosure when he met with the state Sports Commission chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele and the sponsor of the event, Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited. Read More

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15 h. ago Nigerian athletes jostle for NCAA Division One indoor titles

Nine top athletes from Nigeria will be vying for honours in the colours of their respective schools, as the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Indoor Championships takes centre stage at the Virginia Beach Sports Centre, Virginia, USA, this weekend, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 2025 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships will Read More

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16 h. ago NiDCOM demands probe after Nigerian TikToker dies in Kenyan apartment

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has urged Kenyan authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a Nigerian content moderator, Ladi Olubunmi, in Nairobi. Olubunmi, who was employed by Teleperformance, a social media contracting firm in Kenya, was found dead in her apartment last week. Reports indicate that her Read More

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16 h. ago Dangote Foundation flags off N16bn national food intervention programme

Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive a 10kg bag of rice each as the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) on Thursday, commenced the distribution of the staple food as part of the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project estimated to cost N16 billion. Speaking during the flag-off of the nationwide distribution in Kano, chairman of […] The post Dangote Foundation flags off N16bn national food intervention programme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Property dispute: School petitions AGF, accuses DPP of misconduct

The management of Whiteplains British School, Abuja, has written to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, asking for an investigation into the actions of the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation, Mohammed Babadoko. The school’s director, Francis Nwufoh, in a letter dated March 4, 2025, alleged that Babadoko Read More

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18 h. ago Aliko Dangote Foundation targets one million Nigerians with one million bags of rice worth N16bn

Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive a 10kg bag of rice each as the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) Thursday launched the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project valued at N16 billion. Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, Mr. Aliko Dangote said the distribution of one million bags of […] The post Aliko Dangote Foundation targets one million Nigerians with one million bags of rice worth N16bn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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