2 h. ago 2027: ADC Candidate ‘ll Emerge Via Primary Election, Says Lukman

Former Director General of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) and a key figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Salihu Lukman, has declared that whoever emerge as the presidential candidate of the coalition in 2027 election must win the primary election. Lukman also disclosed that the party will avoid mistakes made in the past election […]

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5 h. ago Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants

Tribune Online Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants Canada has raised the minimum financial requirement for immigrants under its Express Entry system, with single applicants now needing to show proof of at least CAD $15,263, or roughly N17 million, to qualify... Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Nvidia beats Apple, Microsoft to become world’s first $4trn public company

Tribune Online Nvidia beats Apple, Microsoft to become world’s first $4trn public company Nvidia reported $44.1 billion in revenue for the quarter ending in April, a 69% increase compared to the same period last year.  Nvidia beats Apple, Microsoft to become world’s first $4trn public company Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others

Tribune Online Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others "We know how to incur debt but not how to manage it, so we need to tackle this from early childhood education. Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others Tribune Online

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14 h. ago FG working on cost reflective tariff to avoid increase of N4trn debt — Adelabu

Tribune Online FG working on cost reflective tariff to avoid increase of N4trn debt — Adelabu “Currently, there’s a huge outstanding debt to the Power Generation companies in the form of unpaid government subsidies which stands at about N4trn as of... FG working on cost reflective tariff to avoid increase of N4trn debt — Adelabu Tribune Online

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18 h. ago WHO Urges Hike In Prices Of Sugary Drinks, Tobacco, Alcohol By 50%

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on Nigeria and other member countries to implement a 50 per cent increase in the prices of sugary drinks, tobacco, and alcohol through taxation within the next decade, as part of a global strategy to curb rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The recommendation came under WHO’s newly launched “3 […]

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24 h. ago Corruption: Stakeholders call for protection of whistleblowers

Tribune Online Corruption: Stakeholders call for protection of whistleblowers He also called for the strengthening of audit and oversight bodies, increased citizen engagement in project monitoring, ethical training for procurement officers. Corruption: Stakeholders call for protection of whistleblowers Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Measles outbreak: MSF launches emergency vaccination campaign in Zurmi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), in collaboration with the Zamfara State Ministry of Health and Zurmi Local Government Area (LGA), has launched an emergency measles vaccination campaign in Zurmi LGA. This follows an increase in the number of children suffering from the disease that has already claimed the lives of 24 […] The post Measles outbreak: MSF launches emergency vaccination campaign in Zurmi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago NEMA deploys mobile ICU ambulances to boost operations nationwide

Tribune Online NEMA deploys mobile ICU ambulances to boost operations nationwide "With the increasing risk of climate-induced disasters, particularly flooding, it is imperative that... NEMA deploys mobile ICU ambulances to boost operations nationwide Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Otti seeks increased FG revenue for Abia, gets Aba Union support 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti is seeking increased revenue allocation from the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for Abia to enable the State develop the more. This is even as Aba Union, the Apex socio-cultural body of the old Aba Division have vowed to support the Governor and […] The post Otti seeks increased FG revenue for Abia, gets Aba Union support  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago LemFi Expands its International Payment Services to Egypt, Tapping into $29.6 Billion Remittance Market.

LemFi to address surging demand with reliable, low-cost and competitive international payment offerings. LemFi, a leading international payment services startup read more LemFi Expands its International Payment Services to Egypt, Tapping into $29.6 Billion Remittance Market.

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36 h. ago South African rand slumps after Trump’s tariff threat on BRICS

South Africa’s rand fell on Monday as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose additional tariffs on read more South African rand slumps after Trump’s tariff threat on BRICS-aligned countries

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39 h. ago Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner

Tribune Online Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner •Says Oyo govt spends N2bn monthly on gratuities COMMISSIONER for Establishments and Training in Oyo State, Prof. Sal-ihu AbdulWaheed Adelabu, has said that the administration of Governor ’Seyi Makinde is committed to promoting efficiency, maintaining industrial peace and ensuring that the welfare of both serving and retired civil/public servants in the state is given priority […] Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Global trade tension over fresh US 10% tariff hike on Nigeria, BRICS nations

Tribune Online Global trade tension over fresh US 10% tariff hike on Nigeria, BRICS nations As Trump decries ‘anti-American’ policies of bloc Global trade tensions are brewing anew as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to impose an additional 10 per cent tariff on imports from countries aligning with BRICS—a fast-expanding economic alliance that recently welcomed Nigeria as a partner country. The proposed tariffs come amid mounting friction between the U.S. […] Global trade tension over fresh US 10% tariff hike on Nigeria, BRICS nations Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Climate change: NLC’s demands beyond regular trade union welfarism issues

Tribune Online Climate change: NLC’s demands beyond regular trade union welfarism issues Typically, issues like minimum wage increases, withheld salary arrears, and electricity tariff hikes often dominate the headlines whenever the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is mentioned. But beneath the familiar workers’ welfare agitations, lies other deeper national issues the Congress goes extra mile to engage and make demands on the government. CHRISTIAN APPOLOS, in this report, […] Climate change: NLC’s demands beyond regular trade union welfarism issues Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Stakeholders Agree On Increased Awareness, Education To Deepen Penetration

Stakeholders in the insurance industry agreed that the sector needs more education and awareness to deepen penetration in the country. Although, they said, the industry has progressed in recent times, recording a record N1.5 trillion gross premium in the last financial year, the grassroots inroad has been slow, a development that calls for increased awareness. […]

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41 h. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Mirrors Burna Boy, VeryDarkMan’s Boldness — M.I Abaga

Nigerian rapper M.I Abaga, has said that Eedris Abdulkareem, Burna Boy, and social commentator VeryDarkMan all reflect the same bold, outspoken energy. The rapper made the statement while discussing his early rap influences on a recent episode of the Menism podcast. He pointed out that the trio share traits such as courage and activism, which […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Mirrors Burna Boy, VeryDarkMan’s Boldness — M.I Abaga appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Nigeria to face new 10% US tariffs from Trump over BRICS partnership

President Donald Trump has announced that Nigeria will face an extra 10% tariff for joining BRICS, a group of emerging read more Nigeria to face new 10% US tariffs from Trump over BRICS partnership

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43 h. ago FG Warns Stakeholders On Dangers Of Electricity Assets Vandalism

In a renewed effort to safeguard critical power infrastructure and ensure public safety, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) hosted a sensitisation programme in Kaduna to enlighten host communities on the dangers of building under transmission lines and the increasing threat of vandalism. The general manager Kaduna Region, Engr Nasir Mansur S Fada, highlighted the […]

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43 h. ago Aviation Experts Blame Safety, Cost, Poor Maintenance For Sales Of Presidential Jet

Aviation experts have expressed divergent views over the federal government’s decision to put on sale its two-decade-old Boeing 737‑700 Business Jet (BBJ) purchased by the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo. LEADERSHIP reports that the decision to sell the aircraft followed the acquisition of Airbus A330 for the use of President Bola Tinubu. The A330 was […]

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