1 hour ago Foundation urges Soludo to protect the economically vulnerable in Anambra

By Zika Bobby Tilova for Africa, a charity foundation, has called on Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo to implement policies that will protect the economically vulnerable and low income earners in the state. Co-founder of the American based foundation, Martin Nwabueze, made the call when he paid an advocacy visit to Dr. Law Mefor, Commissioner […] The post Foundation urges Soludo to protect the economically vulnerable in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Anioma community lauds Tinubu, APC over proposed state creation

The people of Anioma in Delta State have commended President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the proposed Anioma State creation. The Anioma comprising the nine  predominantly Igbo speaking people of Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West, Ika North, Ika South, Oshimili North, Oshimili South, and Ukwuani Local Government Areas […] The post Anioma community lauds Tinubu, APC over proposed state creation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Governor of Rivers State and immediate past Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that politicians are not responsible for Nigeria’s problems, placing the blame instead on the docility of the masses. Amaechi made these remarks on Thursday in Abuja at the 2025 National Social Cohesion Dialogue (NSCD) and unveiling […] The post Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance

Tribune Online Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance Sokoto State Executive Council, led by Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has approved a series of far-reaching projects aimed at revitalizing public infrastructure, boosting security, and enhancing governance across the Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance Tribune Online

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7 h. ago “People Can Now Sleep Well, Peace Has Come To Rivers” – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he will not reveal the details of the peace agreement reached between him and suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, despite rising public interest. Speaking during a media chat at his Abuja residence on Thursday, Wike said the people of Rivers State should focus […] The post “People Can Now Sleep Well, Peace Has Come To Rivers” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ‘Let’s Walk From Airport To Port Harcourt And See’, Amaechi Challenges Wike To Popularity Contest

Former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, has challenged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to a popularity walk on the streets of Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Amaechi, who is also a former governor of Rivers State, disclosed this on Thursday night while speaking on Channels TV’s […]

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8 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Honour 250 Nigerians At 65th Independence Anniversary 

The Federal Government has revealed plan to honour 250 outstanding Nigerians for their exceptional dedication, innovation and patriotism toward nation building as part of activities marking the 65th Independence anniversary. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the Compendium of 250 top performers in Nigeria to commemorate the anniversary, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […]

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9 h. ago PICTORIAL: VP Shettima Visits Kano To Condole With Dantata’s Family

The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has visited Kano State to condole with the family of the late elder statesman and billionaire businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who passed away last week. VP Shettima was received on arrival at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) by Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, before […]

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9 h. ago Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members

By Lukman Olabiyi The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has called for unity among members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government poll, slated for Saturday, July 12. Meranda made the call following a strategic meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, between […] The post Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Taiwan extols Nigeria’s diplomatic endeavors in St. Lucia and The Caribbean states

Taiwanese government has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s successful State visit to the Caribbean nation of Saint Lucia as a read more Taiwan extols Nigeria’s diplomatic endeavors in St. Lucia and The Caribbean states

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10 h. ago Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide

Tribune Online Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Nigeria’s push for industrial development has been tragically undermined by decades of systemic failure, institutional decay, and the abandonment of over 11,000 government projects between 1971 and 2011, according to Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Industrialisation at the African Development Bank (AfDB). Delivering a keynote address at the 55th Anniversary […] Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves 37 New Evacuation Routes To Curb Oil Theft

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced that the federal government has approved 37 new crude oil evacuation routes as part of strategic efforts to combat oil theft and enhance production. Speaking at the ongoing 2025 Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week in Abuja, NUPRC Chief Executive Officer, Gbenga Komolafe, said protecting […]

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11 h. ago Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months

Tasks payers not to see payment as burden From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), Barr. Oladele Bankole-Balogun, on Thursday announced that the state generated N52.6 billion in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the first six months of 2025. He disclosed this during the agency’s half-year performance […] The post Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A newly unveiled research report has brought fresh urgency to the call for inclusive climate change governance in Nigeria, particularly in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa States. The study, which highlighted the disproportionate impacts of climate-related shocks on women and persons with disabilities in these states, was commissioned by the UK Government […] The post Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers

Tribune Online Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers The Ekiti State government has approved the appointments of three princes as traditional rulers for communities in the state. Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Senate Probes SMEDAN, NUC Over Alleged Lopsided Recruitments

The Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs has intensified its ongoing Investigative Hearings on the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) over alleged lopsided recruitment and promotion practices by the agencies. During an investigative hearing on Wednesday, the Committee, chaired by Senator Allwell Onyesoh […]

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13 h. ago Elevating Governance Among Nigerian SMEs: Analysis of the FRCN’s corporate governance guidelines for SMEs

Introduction On May 30, 2024, the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN), issued the SME Corporate Governance Guidelines 2024 (SME read more Elevating Governance Among Nigerian SMEs: Analysis of the FRCN’s corporate governance guidelines for SMEs

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13 h. ago Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the conclusion of a two-day Strategic Workshop Retreat, the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Tunji Olaopa, unveiled a comprehensive plan to enhance the efficiency and transparency of Nigeria’s civil service. The retreat focused on implementing robust strategies to address workforce challenges, improve recruitment processes, and ensure dynamic governance […] The post Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two-day retreat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector

From John Bassey, Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has highlighted the benefits of solar energy and his government’s commitment to harnessing solar energy for mini-grids and autonomous power systems in the state. The Governor disclosed this at a roundtable meeting with officials of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) held in Abuja, where a […] The post Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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