42 m. ago Jincheng Riders to partner Niger govt on youth sanity, restiveness

Tribune Online Jincheng Riders to partner Niger govt on youth sanity, restiveness The Jincheng Riders Youths Association says it will partner with the Niger State Government to promote youth discipline and address restiveness among young people in the state. Jincheng Riders to partner Niger govt on youth sanity, restiveness Tribune Online

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61 m. ago World Bank warns Nigeria’s economic growth must accelerate to reach $1trn target by 2030

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   The World Bank has issued a warning regarding Nigeria’s economic trajectory, suggesting that the current growth rate may be insufficient to achieve the federal government’s goal of transforming the nation into a $1 trillion economy by the year 2030.   This cautionary insight was unveiled in the latest Nigeria Development […] The post World Bank warns Nigeria’s economic growth must accelerate to reach $1trn target by 2030 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Security of public office holders, traditional rulers paramount to development —  Bauchi CPS

Tribune Online Security of public office holders, traditional rulers paramount to development —  Bauchi CPS He said, “These leaders serve as the backbone of their respective communities and governance structures, playing critical roles in maintaining order, fostering development, and Security of public office holders, traditional rulers paramount to development —  Bauchi CPS Tribune Online

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72 m. ago Lagos LG polls: YP chairmanship aspirant officially declares for Eti

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: YP chairmanship aspirant officially declares for Eti-Osa seat The chairmanship aspirant made this promise on Monday in his address to people of Eti-Osa, including party chieftains, supporters Lagos LG polls: YP chairmanship aspirant officially declares for Eti-Osa seat Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Again, gunmen kill seven in renewed attacks on two Benue LGAs

Tribune Online Again, gunmen kill seven in renewed attacks on two Benue LGAs The native said that five bodies, including that of a minor, were discovered while the search for more missing persons was ongoing. Again, gunmen kill seven in renewed attacks on two Benue LGAs Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Femi Adebayo Dedicates AMVCA Wins To Father, Responds To Criticism Over Casting

Renowned Nollywood actor and producer Femi Adebayo has dedicated his recent wins at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards to his father and legendary actor, Adebayo Salami. Adebayo’s recent movie series, Seven Doors, was among the top winners at the prestigious event held on Saturday, taking home three awards: Best Lead Actor (Femi Adebayo), […] The post Femi Adebayo Dedicates AMVCA Wins To Father, Responds To Criticism Over Casting appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG unveils regulation for leased aircrafts to boost aviation, insurance sectors

Tribune Online FG unveils regulation for leased aircrafts to boost aviation, insurance sectors The groundbreaking initiative is designed to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation and insurance industries, enhance investor confidence, and promote ease of doing business in the country. FG unveils regulation for leased aircrafts to boost aviation, insurance sectors Tribune Online

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2 h. ago N32bn Fraud: Court fixes May 21 for lawyer, bank’s arraignment

By Lukman Olabiyi Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court, Lagos has adjourned the planned arraignment of a lawyer, Victor Ukutt, a new generation bank, and one other accused of converting N32 billion to their personal use to May 21. Justice Lewis-Allagoa fixed the date to hear the criminal case filed by the Attorney […] The post N32bn Fraud: Court fixes May 21 for lawyer, bank’s arraignment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigerian Man Arrested For Attempting To Meet Minor For Sex In UK

A Nigerian man has been apprehended while waiting for a minor he had allegedly solicited sex from online. The video making rounds on social media shows the moment security agents accosted him while waiting for the minor. He allegedly met the minor online and in their course of discussion, solicited sex from her. According to […]

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2 h. ago FG launches NEDC Arabic training for 600 Almajiri, Islamiyya teachers

Tribune Online FG launches NEDC Arabic training for 600 Almajiri, Islamiyya teachers "This is more than a workshop - it's a movement towards educational equity, national cohesion, and empowerment of future generations," he explained. FG launches NEDC Arabic training for 600 Almajiri, Islamiyya teachers Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Ogundoyin harps on legislature’s role in tackling insecurity in Nigeria

Tribune Online Ogundoyin harps on legislature’s role in tackling insecurity in Nigeria As legislators, we must enact laws that support proactive, intelligence-driven security measures, strengthen the capacity of our security agencies, and promote community-based policing." Ogundoyin harps on legislature’s role in tackling insecurity in Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 h. ago UPDATED: FG asks NASS to expedite passage of key labour bills

Tribune Online UPDATED: FG asks NASS to expedite passage of key labour bills 10th House inaugurated when Nigeria was facing significant challenges — Speaker Tajudeen The Federal Government on Monday tasked the National Assembly on the urgent need to accelerate the passage of key labour reform bills seeking to reposition Nigeria’s labour administration system. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi who gave the charge in Abuja […] UPDATED: FG asks NASS to expedite passage of key labour bills Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Cardoso signals interest rates may slow on likely inflation drop

Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso says key benchmark interest rates which have stayed higher for longer may begin to read more Cardoso signals interest rates may slow on likely inflation drop

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3 h. ago Wike to withhold 10% IGR allocation to FCT Area Councils over teachers’ strike

Tribune Online Wike to withhold 10% IGR allocation to FCT Area Councils over teachers’ strike The Minister said he had engaged with the Council Chairmen at the commencement of the strike to understand the reasons for their inability to Wike to withhold 10% IGR allocation to FCT Area Councils over teachers’ strike Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Naira abuse: Court jails TikToker Teee Dollar, one other for six months in Lagos

Tribune Online Naira abuse: Court jails TikToker Teee Dollar, one other for six months in Lagos A Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced popular TikToker, Babatunde Peter Olaitan, also known as Teee Dollar, and one Tobilola Olamide a.k.a. TobiNation, to six months imprisonment each for abusing the Nigerian currency. Naira abuse: Court jails TikToker Teee Dollar, one other for six months in Lagos Tribune Online

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4 h. ago CBN, portfolio investors still dominate Nigeria’s FX turnover – World Bank

The World Bank has said that Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) market turnover remains largely dominated by interventions from the Central read more CBN, portfolio investors still dominate Nigeria’s FX turnover – World Bank

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4 h. ago Only professionals can curb building collapse in Nigeria — NIA

Tribune Online Only professionals can curb building collapse in Nigeria — NIA The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) on Monday disclosed that the use of professionals in building projects is the only way to end the menace of building collapse in Nigeria. Only professionals can curb building collapse in Nigeria — NIA Tribune Online

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4 h. ago FG launches Medipool to slash cost of medicines, boost local manufacturing

Tribune Online FG launches Medipool to slash cost of medicines, boost local manufacturing The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Monday approved a groundbreaking initiative aimed at reducing the high cost of medicines and improving access to essential healthcare products across Nigeria, as part of a broader presidential effort to reform the country’s health system. FG launches Medipool to slash cost of medicines, boost local manufacturing Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Dogara urges 10th NASS to prioritise legislative agenda amid external pressures

Tribune Online Dogara urges 10th NASS to prioritise legislative agenda amid external pressures Former Speaker of the 8th House of Representatives, Hon Yakubu Dogara, on Monday tasked the 10th Assembly with developing strategic means to ensure the implementation of its Legislative Agenda despite undue interference from other arms of government. Dogara urges 10th NASS to prioritise legislative agenda amid external pressures Tribune Online

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5 h. ago FG announces major overhaul of electricity distribution companies

Tribune Online FG announces major overhaul of electricity distribution companies The Federal Government has begun moves to initiate sweeping reforms to revitalise Nigeria’s electricity distribution sector, starting with a pilot overhaul of two underperforming Distribution Companies (DisCos). FG announces major overhaul of electricity distribution companies Tribune Online

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