85 m. ago Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pledged that the 10th National Assembly will prioritise workers’ welfare, security, safety, and service conditions, ensuring labour-friendly legislation receives due attention. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio vowed to protect workers’ rights, stating, “Under our eyes, […] The post Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour-friendly laws appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

3 h. ago Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Leaders representing the Ijaw and Urhobo communities in Warri, Delta State, yesterday, urged the Department of State Security Services (DSS) and the Office of the National Security Adviser to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the recent arrest of some persons, including a serving British Army officer, suspected of […] The post Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

4 h. ago BREAKING: Customs intercepts expired food items, others worth N921bn at Apapa Port

As CG decries surge in unregistered pharmaceuticals, drones By Steve Agbota The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) said that it intercepted expired food items, unregistered pharmaceutical products, and controlled security equipment worth over N912 billion at Apapa Port in Lagos. The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi disclosed this during a press briefing […] The post BREAKING: Customs intercepts expired food items, others worth N921bn at Apapa Port appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Kano to spend N51.5 billion on critical Infrastructures, public service development 

The Kano State Executive Council has approved an unprecedented ₦51.5 billion for critical infrastructure and public service delivery. read more Kano to spend N51.5 billion on critical Infrastructures, public service development 

Economics

5 h. ago Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties

Some residents of Atimbo community, located in Calabar, Cross River, have decried over rising case of falling trees during rainfalls in the state. It was gathered that a Nissan Xterra Jeep was destroyed in a recent rainfall that occurred in one of the communities. Speaking with News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, Samuel Ekpenyong, said […] The post Heavy Downpour Wrecks Havok In Cross River Community As Falling Trees Destroy Cars, Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

5 h. ago  Umo Eno hints at possible defection, compares PDP to a faulty aircraft

Umo Eno, governor of Akwa Ibom State, has sparked speculation about a potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) read more  Umo Eno hints at possible defection, compares PDP to a faulty aircraft

Politics

5 h. ago Customs Seizes N921bn Drones, Fake Drugs, Others At Lagos Port

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, announced the seizure of drones, fake, expired and unregistered pharmaceuticals at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The contraband valued at over N921 billion also includes expired food items and other controlled security equipment such as drones and walkie-talkies, among others. Details of the […]

Politics

6 h. ago Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

.As Plateau government pledges support to affected traders The inability of Plateau State Fire Service to respond promptly to a read more Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

Politics

6 h. ago Lagos to launch waterways taxi services, introduce 70 electric ferries by Q3 2025

By Lukman Olabiyi In a major push to modernize and expand its transportation infrastructure, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to commence operations of waterway taxi services and deploy 70 electric ferries by the third quarter of 2025. The initiative is part of the broader “Omi Eko” project aimed at transforming Lagos’ inland waterways […] The post Lagos to launch waterways taxi services, introduce 70 electric ferries by Q3 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

10 h. ago New NYSC DG to corps members: Don’t use social media to insult anyone

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The 23rd Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier-General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has called on corps members to use social media responsibly and contribute positively to national development. Speaking to the 2025 Batch ‘A’ (Stream I) corps members at the temporary orientation camp located at Government College, Kurmi […] The post New NYSC DG to corps members: Don’t use social media to insult anyone appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

10 h. ago Ijaw Youths Commend DSS On Arms Seizure, UK Army Major’s Arrest

The Ijaw Youths Network (IYN) has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for the seizure of 57 AK-47s, other rifles and hundreds of rounds of ammunition in Delta State. The IYN also said that the arrest of a Delta State-born UK Army Major and others in connection with gunrunning reinforces public trust and confidence […]

Politics

11 h. ago Senator Moro Blames Okowa For PDP’s 2023 Loss, Says His Choice As Atiku’s Running Mate ‘Serious Mistake’

The Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would have emerged victorious in the 2023 presidential election had former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, was not selected as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, monitored by our correspondent on Tuesday […]

Politics

12 h. ago Fire ravages popular terminus market in Jos in midnight blaze

A devastating fire outbreak engulfed the popular Terminus Market in Jos, Plateau State, around 1:00 a.m. on Wednesday, destroying property read more Fire ravages popular terminus market in Jos in midnight blaze

Politics

12 h. ago Kwara Govt Laments Shortage Of Doctors, Blames Japa Syndrome

Kwara state government has expressed concern over shortage of medical doctors, saying that few health workers are attending to thousands of patients across government hospitals in the state. Speaking during a press briefing in Ilorin, Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospital Management Board, Dr. Abdulraheem Abdulmalik, said that the board could not find doctors to […] The post Kwara Govt Laments Shortage Of Doctors, Blames Japa Syndrome appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

12 h. ago Gates, others launch $500m fund to save newborn children in Africa

A group of philanthropies including the Gates Foundation has set up a fund backed with nearly $500 million to help read more Gates, others launch $500m fund to save newborn children in Africa

Politics

12 h. ago Prioritise Trade Facilitation To Boost Productive Sector, Manufacturers Urge Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called on the government to prioritise improved trade facilitation measures to address the current constraints hindering the optimum peformance of the productive  sector. The Association stated this, while expressing deep concerns over reported plans by the Nigeria Customs Service to reintroduce the four per cent Free-on-Board Levy. They […]

Politics

13 h. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints 168 Aides For Inclusive Governance

Governor of Bauchi State Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has approved the appointments of 168 aides into the services of the government. The new appointees, according to the Government House press statement, included  Principal Special Assistants (PSA), Senior Special Assistants (SSA), Special Assistants (SA) and Personal Assistants (PA). The statement signed by the special adviser to the […]

Politics

17 h. ago Governor Namadi Transforming Jigawa Into A Health Tourism Hub

“Our main goal is to expand access to basic healthcare services for every Jigawa citizen and ensure no one dies due to unaffordable medical bills. To achieve this, we will collaborate with reliable partners within and outside the state,’ said Governor Malam Umar Namadi. From his inaugural speech, Governor Namadi declared his commitment to revitalising […]

Politics

19 h. ago FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has instructed all banks in Nigeria to immediately identify and close any tax and levy collection accounts that are not authorised under the agency’s TaxPro Max system. This directive, announced through a public notice issued by the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Zacch Adedeji, and shared with journalists on Monday […] The post FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

19 h. ago SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products

By Merit Ibe The Standards Organisation of Nigeria  (SON) has  reaffirmed its  unwavering commitment to public safety, consumer protection and the promotion of fair-trade practices in Nigeria. Director General and Chief Executive, SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke  made the commitment yesterday, during the  destruction exercise of substandard products worth billions of naira at the organisation’s […] The post SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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