28 h. ago Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges Governor Lawal to support Tinubu’s economic reforms

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, on Monday commissioned key infrastructural projects in Zamfara State and called on Governor Dauda Lawal to set aside political differences for the sake of economic development and the wellbeing of the state’s people. Kalu, a leading figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), commissioned the newly constructed Ministry […] The post Kalu commissions projects in Zamfara, urges Governor Lawal to support Tinubu’s economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Democracy Day: Minister celebrates women, families, urges inclusive progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has extended heartfelt felicitations to Nigerian women, children, families, and vulnerable groups on the occasion of Democracy Day. In a statement released by her media aide, Jonathan Eze, she praised the resilience of Nigerians and emphasised the importance of inclusive democracy for the nation’s […] The post Democracy Day: Minister celebrates women, families, urges inclusive progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. 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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6 d. ago June 12: FG urged to beef up security over planned protest against officials

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Ahead of the June 12 celebration, the Nigeria Reinasaance Group (NRG), has told the Federal Government to beef up security across the country over planned protest against certain government officials. NRG Spokesperson, Mohammed Lawal, in a statement, yesterday said, those targeted in the protest include the Minister of Justice and Attorney […] The post June 12: FG urged to beef up security over planned protest against officials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Tinubu to Wike: Ignore busybodies, continue with your good work

Minister renames ICC Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to stay committed to his impactful work and disregard detractors he described as “busybodies.” The President made these remarks on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, during the official […] The post Tinubu to Wike: Ignore busybodies, continue with your good work appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Foreign Affairs minister, BDAN Chairman urge cryptocurrency taxation to boost Nigeria’s revenue

Tribune Online Foreign Affairs minister, BDAN Chairman urge cryptocurrency taxation to boost Nigeria’s revenue Prominent voices in Nigeria’s economic and policy space have renewed calls for the taxation of cryptocurrencies, underlining the need for comprehensive regulatory frameworks to manage the rise of digital assets. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf M. Tuggar, and the Chairman of the Bank Directors Association of Nigeria (BDAN), Mr. Mustapha Chike-Obi, made separate […] Foreign Affairs minister, BDAN Chairman urge cryptocurrency taxation to boost Nigeria’s revenue Tribune Online

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1 week ago Ignore Critics, Give Us More Money To Deliver Projects — Umahi Tells Tinubu

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to ignore people criticizing his government and provide more funding for ongoing infrastructural projects across the country. Umahi made the appeal on Thursday during official commissioning of Deep Sea Port Access Road in Lagos State. Addressing the president directly, the Minister defended the project’s valuation […] The post Ignore Critics, Give Us More Money To Deliver Projects — Umahi Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Europe Will Never Leave Africa, We Must Negotiate To Our Benefit– Prof Akanbi

At the Annual Pan-African Intercultural Dialogue organized by the Center for Black, African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, culture experts have urged African countries to leverage on their shared values of language and communalism to unite the continent. They recommended negotiating with European countries who are never going […]

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1 week ago Minister Mourns Mokwa Flood Victims, Urges National Action On Climate Change

Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has expressed sorrow over the devastating floods that struck Mokwa, Niger State, claiming the lives of at least 200 people, including women and children. Offering prayers and condolences to the bereaved in a statement on Wednesday, the minister described the tragedy as heartbreaking. The […]

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1 week ago Adelabu seeks Tinubu’s swift intervention on ₦4trn Gencos’ debt

Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power on Wednesday made a direct and urgent appeal to President Tinubu to prioritise the resolution read more Adelabu seeks Tinubu’s swift intervention on ₦4trn Gencos’ debt

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1 week ago Minister urges stronger private sector role in boosting intra

Tribune Online Minister urges stronger private sector role in boosting intra-African trade “The challenge lies not in envisioning a prosperous, interconnected region, but in establishing the institutional mechanisms, logistical frameworks, and governance consensus required to actualise that vision” Minister urges stronger private sector role in boosting intra-African trade Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu Should Sack Underperforming Ministers, Security Chiefs — Orji Kalu

Lawmaker representing Abia North, Orji Kalu has urged President Bola Tinubu to relieve some ministers and security chiefs of their duties, over inefficiency and lack of impact in the country. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Monday, Senator Kalu said that he had assessed the current federal cabinet, saying that President Tinubu should […] The post Tinubu Should Sack Underperforming Ministers, Security Chiefs — Orji Kalu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Flood alert: Minister urges states to relocate vulnerable communities

Tribune Online Flood alert: Minister urges states to relocate vulnerable communities Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, has urged states predicted to be at risk of flooding to take preventive action by relocating vulnerable communities. Flood alert: Minister urges states to relocate vulnerable communities Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Minister calls for stronger female representation in politics and business

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has urged Nigerian women to intensify their efforts toward inclusive governance, economic participation, and national development.  Speaking at a one-day town hall meeting and citizen engagement recently in Abuja, the minister stressed the critical need for greater female representation in politics and business. The town hall […] The post Minister calls for stronger female representation in politics and business appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Minister urges SSCE candidates to shun shortcuts, backs full CBT adoption by 2026

Tunji Alausa has called on students sitting for the ongoing 2025 SSCE conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). read more Minister urges SSCE candidates to shun shortcuts, backs full CBT adoption by 2026

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3 w. ago You’re The Greatest Betrayer, Not Gov Makinde – PDP Group Tells Wike Amid Party’s Crisis

A group under the aegis of Peoples Democratic Party’s Frontiers for Change and Progress, has berated Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike over the ongoing internal crisis affecting the party. The group described Wike as real betrayer and architect of misunderstanding bedeviling the major opposition party. They urged the FCT Minister to leave […] The post You’re The Greatest Betrayer, Not Gov Makinde – PDP Group Tells Wike Amid Party’s Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Bagudu urges partners to promote citizen involvement in budgeting

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has urged civil society organisations and other development partners to raise citizens’ awareness of the importance of participating in the government’s budgetary processes to promote transparency, accountability, and a deeper understanding of governance. The Minister made this call on Wednesday in Abuja when the Open […] The post Bagudu urges partners to promote citizen involvement in budgeting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nigeria urges swift rollout of Single African Air Transport Market

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Nigeria is advocating for the rapid implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) among signatory African nations. Speaking at the 18th Plenary Session of the Banjul Accord Group (BAG) in Abuja on Monday, May 19, Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo said, “I want to highlight the urgent need to […] The post Nigeria urges swift rollout of Single African Air Transport Market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Wike Can Call Fubara Anything, But Rivers Needs Peace – Anabs Sara

Anabs Sara-Igbe, a chieftain of the Pan Niger Delta Elders Forum (PANDEF), has stated that Rivers people are more concerned about peace than political name-calling, urging Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to focus on stability rather than rhetoric. This comes in response to Wike’s recent comment where he referred to the […] The post Wike Can Call Fubara Anything, But Rivers Needs Peace – Anabs Sara-Igbe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Dan Etete, Pioneer Of Nigeria’s Oil Sovereignty, Local Content – Activist

An Ijaw environmental activist, Dr Bolouowei Kurokeme, has called on the Federal Government and stakeholders in the oil and gas industry to urgently revisit and recognise the contributions of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Chief Dan Etete. He describes him as the architect of Nigeria’s oil sovereignty and a champion of Indigenous participation in the […]

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