4 h. ago I lost my dad at 8, wore my first sandals in secondary school – Prof Orajaka, ex VC, Anambra varsity

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Chief Ifeanacho Paul Orajaka is a former Vice-chancellor, Anambra State University, Uli. He’s also a retired Professor of Geology at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. In this interview, he narrates his journey to attaining the highest pedestals in academics and university administration. Going through your profile, can you take us back […] The post I lost my dad at 8, wore my first sandals in secondary school – Prof Orajaka, ex VC, Anambra varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago FG Disburses Cash To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau

The Federal Government Has Disbursed Financial Assistance To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau State Under The Renewed Hope Cash Transfer Programme, Officials Confirmed On Friday. Coordinator Of The National Social Investment Programme (NSIP) In Plateau State, Mrs. Mary Fom, Disclosed This Development During A One-Day Stakeholders’ Engagement Meeting Held In Jos. She Explained That The […] The post FG Disburses Cash To 25,204 Vulnerable Households In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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29 h. ago Edun: FG clears N2trn capital budget arrears, raises states’ surplus to N7.1trn

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government has fully settled over N2 trillion in outstanding capital budget commitments from the 2024 fiscal year, leaving no pending obligations unprocessed. Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced the payment on Thursday at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja. Edun said the settlement was made […] The post Edun: FG clears N2trn capital budget arrears, raises states’ surplus to N7.1trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to refund all allegedly diverted workers’ contributions from the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and to constitute the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) in accordance with the law. The directive was among the resolutions […] The post NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Ebonyi Govt disburses ₦101.9m to victims of Nkalaha gunmen attack

The Ebonyi State Government has disbursed ₦101.9 million to victims of the February 2, 2025, unknown gunmen attack in Nkalaha, read more Ebonyi Govt disburses ₦101.9m to victims of Nkalaha gunmen attack

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41 h. ago PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

targets 75% final salary as pension for police The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced new reforms aimed at improving read more PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

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46 h. ago $250bn African Pensions Fund To Address Gap In Oil & Gas Sector

The critical funding challenges facing oil and gas companies in Africa can be partially offset if the continent’s $250 billion pension fund assets are deployed to finance essential oil and gas projects. African leaders have also been urged to recapitalise the region’s over 1,000 financial institutions and national development banks to ensure their funds are […]

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63 h. ago NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears

Tribune Online NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears After carefully perusing the document on the TISSF loan, NAAT views it as a distraction and therefore rejects it.... NAAT rejects FG’s TISSF loan scheme, demands settlement of salary arrears Tribune Online

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3 d. ago President Tinubu Appoints Kawu As Federal Commissioner, Pension Commission

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, OON and member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos, as a federal commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointment has been met with widespread commendation from political leaders, associates, and well-wishers nationwide, who have […]

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4 d. ago Gov Eno empowers 1,187 in Uyo constituency with N492.7m grants

Tribune Online Gov Eno empowers 1,187 in Uyo constituency with N492.7m grants Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has disbursed N492.7 million in farm, trade, and business grants to 1,187 beneficiaries in Gov Eno empowers 1,187 in Uyo constituency with N492.7m grants Tribune Online

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4 d. ago PTAD disburses N5.12bn in pension arrears to over 39,700 pensioners

Tribune Online PTAD disburses N5.12bn in pension arrears to over 39,700 pensioners TOWARDS maintaining  its commitment to the welfare of the pensioners on its payroll, the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has announced the successful disbursement of pension arrears amounting to Five Billion, One Hundred and Nineteen Million, Three Hundred and Twenty-Eight Thousand Naira (N5,119,328,000) to 90,689 retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS). According to Olugbenga […] PTAD disburses N5.12bn in pension arrears to over 39,700 pensioners Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Akwa Ibom: Gov Eno empowers 1187 beneficiaries with N492m grants

    Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has empowered 1187 persons with N492.7m farm, trade, and business grants in Uyo Federal Constituency. The Governor disbursed the grants at Uyo Federal Constituency Town Square Meeting held at the Ibom Hall grounds in Uyo this week. The Governor said 276 constituents were selected to benefit from […] The post Akwa Ibom: Gov Eno empowers 1187 beneficiaries with N492m grants appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Pays N5.12bn Pension Arrears To 90,689 Retirees

The Federal Government has paid the sum of N5.12 billion in pension arrears to 90,689 retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), has confirmed. PTAD’s Head of Corporate Communications, Olugbenga Ajayi disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja, saying the payment covered arrears across the four pension […]

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4 d. ago FG Says ₦5.12bn Disbursed As Pension Arrears To 90,689 DBS Retirees

The announcement by PTAD came as retirees under the auspices of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners on Monday protested over their unpaid entitlements The post FG Says ₦5.12bn Disbursed As Pension Arrears To 90,689 DBS Retirees appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 d. ago Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action

Tribune Online Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action Retirees under the aegis of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), drawn from agencies including the Nigerian Telecommunications Limited (NITEL) Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action Tribune Online

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4 d. ago We’ve disbursed N86.3bn loans to Nigerian students so far — NELFUND

Tribune Online We’ve disbursed N86.3bn loans to Nigerian students so far — NELFUND The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the disbursement of ₦86.3 billion in loans to 449,039 students since We’ve disbursed N86.3bn loans to Nigerian students so far — NELFUND Tribune Online

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4 d. ago TETFund disburses N100bn to strengthen medical training in tertiary institutions

Tribune Online TETFund disburses N100bn to strengthen medical training in tertiary institutions We have selected three tertiary institutions in each geopolitical zone of the country, each institution has received N4 billion to carry out projects.... TETFund disburses N100bn to strengthen medical training in tertiary institutions Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Kano gov empowers 1,130 youths with entrepreneurial skills, tools

Tribune Online Kano gov empowers 1,130 youths with entrepreneurial skills, tools Kano Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has disbursed empowerment packages to 1,130 graduates of six entrepreneurship skills institutes in Kano gov empowers 1,130 youths with entrepreneurial skills, tools Tribune Online

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5 d. ago MPB reaffirms commitment to veterans welfare, engages retired military personnel over delayed payment of gratuities

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Military Pension Board (MPB), has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the welfare and dignity of all Nigerian military retirees.  The board also said it has taken concrete steps to addressing the grievances of retired military personnel following peaceful protest by retirees in Abuja, by engaging them over delayed payment of […] The post MPB reaffirms commitment to veterans welfare, engages retired military personnel over delayed payment of gratuities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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