53 m. ago Mokwa flood: Monarch calls for fumigation of Niger community

Tribune Online Mokwa flood: Monarch calls for fumigation of Niger community The council also visited the Internally Displaced Camp (IDPs) where they donated relief items including clothes, food and toiletries to the flood victims. Mokwa flood: Monarch calls for fumigation of Niger community Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has started clearance and evacuation of sensitive areas ahead of rainy season to avert possible floods. The Commissioner for Urban Development, Hon. Hayatu Bawa, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. He noted that the Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, had […] The post Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods 

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  The Kebbi State Government has started clearance and evacuation of sensitive areas ahead of rainy season to avert possible floods. The Commissioner for Urban Development, Hon. Hayatu Bawa, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. He noted that the Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, had […] The post Kebbi govt kicks off evacuation of drains to avert possible floods  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Serie A: Lookman Nominated For Atalanta’s Player Of the Season

Ademola Lookman is in the running for Atalanta’s Goal of the Season award. Lookman had two goals nominated for the individual accolade. The Nigeria international’s superb strike in Atalanta’s 3-2 loss to Real Madrid was the first on the list. The 27-year-old also earned nomination for his sublime finish in La Dea’s 5-0 trouncing of […]

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25 h. ago 10 most expensive private universities in Nigeria — and their owners

Private universities now play a significant role in Nigeria’s higher education system, offering an alternative to public institutions often disrupted read more 10 most expensive private universities in Nigeria — and their owners

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26 h. ago We’ve moved one step closer to redefining land ownership in Nigeria – Aderotimi

Adelekan Ademola Aderotimi, a key driver of Opulence City’s expansion, has said that the firm’s goal has always been to read more We’ve moved one step closer to redefining land ownership in Nigeria – Aderotimi

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27 h. ago Ijaw Community Threatens To Disrupt Oil Firm’s Operations Over Neglect

The people of Gelegele community in Ovia North East local government area of Edo State have threatened to disrupt operations of an oil company over alleged neglect and marginalisation. They urged the government to address the gas flaring and lack of basic infrastructure in the community just as they gave a 14-day ultimatum to the […]

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35 h. ago Nigeria loses $1.1bn yearly to outbound medical tourism — Kalu

Tribune Online Nigeria loses $1.1bn yearly to outbound medical tourism — Kalu Nigeria faces the dual challenge of declining international health aid and the annual loss of over $1.1 billion to outbound medical tourism. Nigeria loses $1.1bn yearly to outbound medical tourism — Kalu Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals

…Donates blood to mitigate loss of lives   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The National Association of Seadogs(NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, Zanas Deck,  has expressed concern over the dwindling availability of blood in public hospitals. Capoon of the association, Zanas Deck, Yaba, Lagos,Mr. Nnaemeka Ezeokwelume, stated this during its bi- annual blood donation exercise  at the National […] The post Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago June 12: Aiyedatiwa Hails Heroes Of Democracy, Says Nigeria On Right Path

The Ondo State governor, Hon.  Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said that Nigeria’s democratic journey, despite the losses suffered in the past, continues to yield gains that must be consolidated to build a more inclusive and accountable society. He made this assertion on Thursday, during the commemoration of the 32nd anniversary of the annulment of the June […]

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48 h. ago Expert Harps On Indigenous Tech Ownership To Boost Internal Security

Nigerian IT expert, Chris Uwaje has warned that Nigeria’s reliance on foreign-owned software poses security risks. Uwaje, who is the past president of both the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (IPSON) and the Information Technology Association of Nigeria (ITAN).his compelling piece “Remita: A Fundamental Case for Legislating Indigenous Participation and IP Ownership in the […]

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50 h. ago NRM Disowns Edozie Njoku, Accuses Him Of Plot To Hijack Party

The National Rescue Movement (NRM) has condemned what it calls a misinformation campaign by a former factional chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Edozie Njoku, accusing him of attempting to hijack the leadership of NRM through inappropriate means. Addressing journalists at a press conference held at the party’s national secretariat in Garki, Abuja, […]

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52 h. ago Coastal Road: Investment losses seen on FG’s planned land revocation

More investors may lose their assets along the Lagos-Calabar coastal corridor following the federal government’s warning that it will revoke read more Coastal Road: Investment losses seen on FG’s planned land revocation

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53 h. ago Falana, Adams, Odumakin, others, renew call for restructuring

• Say heroes of democracy must not die in vain By Lukman Olabiyi Prominent voices in the country’s pro-democracy movement, including human rights lawyer Femi Falana, Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin, Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams and others have reiterated their call for the restructuring of the country, asserting that the sacrifices of Nigeria’s democracy […] The post Falana, Adams, Odumakin, others, renew call for restructuring appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs

Human rights groups, Defend Nigeria Movement (DNM) and Nigeria Unite for Democracy (NUD), have called on the Federal Government to recognise the coalition of June 12 activists and martyrs. The demand comes as the nation marks the 32nd anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential election. Addressing the media at the Lagos Airport Hotel, […] The post Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day

• Kano, Kebbi traders lament losses, seek assistance from govt, others From Desmond Mgboh, Kano and Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   In the dawn hours of Friday, a day when Muslims were celebrating the Sallah festival, a mysterious fire crept in and gutted part of the Kano GSM Market along Farm Centre in the metropolis. […] The post Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Apapa Customs, stakeholders partner to boost rail cargo transport

By Steve Agbota The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has engaged key stakeholders to enhance trade facilitation and optimise cargo movement via rail. The event, which was held at the Command, brought together representatives of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC), clearing agents, and freight forwarders, among others. Controller of the Command, Comptroller Babatunde […] The post Apapa Customs, stakeholders partner to boost rail cargo transport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Apo Mechanic Village Traders Close Shops To Welcome Tinubu For Road Project Commissioning

The Apo-Wasa Road in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), which is to be commissioned by President Bola Tinubu on Friday, will be closed to vehicular movement between 11am and 4pm. Also, traders, mechanics and other shop owners in the Apo Mechanic Village have offered to close their shops on Friday, to enable them give President […]

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63 h. ago Flood alert: NOA begins community sensitisation in Jigawa’s high

Tribune Online Flood alert: NOA begins community sensitisation in Jigawa’s high-risk areas "This is in addition to media engagements, featuring radio discussions anchored on educating the public on how to address some of the human induced factors of flooding". Flood alert: NOA begins community sensitisation in Jigawa’s high-risk areas Tribune Online

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64 h. ago “I’m Single Mother, Hustling Night And Day” — Tiwa Savage To Fans Flooding Her DMs For Assistance

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has addressed individuals who frequently reach out to her for financial assistance. In a video shared via her Instagram story on Wednesday, a background voice was heard listing several commercial banks in Nigeria, subtly suggesting that those in need should direct their financial requests to those institutions—not her. The clip […] The post “I’m Single Mother, Hustling Night And Day” — Tiwa Savage To Fans Flooding Her DMs For Assistance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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