3 h. ago Transcorp hotels pays out N7.57bn dividend amid impressive financial year

…plans expansion in Abuja, Ikoyi facilities Transcorp Hotels Plc has announced a total dividend payout of 74 kobo per share read more Transcorp hotels pays out N7.57bn dividend amid impressive financial year

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5 h. ago Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment

Nigerian singer Konga has shared the prophecy he gave Afrobeat artist Burna Boy years ago, before he rose to fame. In a recent interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, shared on X on Wednesday, Konga recalled his encounter with Burna Boy during the artist’s early struggles to break into the music scene. Konga stated that […] The post Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto

Tribune Online Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed 11 farmers in Lugu town, Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack occurred in the early hours of Wednesday as the military wanted Turji and his gang were returning from a Sallah visit to a community in the area. A resident of Isa, Basharu Altine […] Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Expert Warns Against Looming Food Crisis In Kogi

An agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, has warned that agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The […]

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16 h. ago AbdulRazaq Celebrates As Aviation College Graduates 19 Military, Civilian Pilots

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has emphasised the role of discipline and teamwork in success stories as the International Aviation College Ilorin graduated 19 student pilots, including 10 enrollees from the Nigerian Army. Speaking at the graduation ceremony in Ilorin, Governor AbdulRazaq called for sustained perseverance, discipline, and team building among pilots. Represented by the […]

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16 h. ago C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of an improved variety of seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. The State Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Odey said items distributed included maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon and others. He stressed that a lot could […] The post C’River govt empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Ogun AG denies shielding murder suspect as community protests

The people of the Osuke community in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Wednesday, protested at the Governor’s Office at Oke Mosan, Abeokuta. The protesters alleged undue interference of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Oluwasina Ogungbade (SAN) in the trial of an alleged land grabber and murder suspect, Elijah Adeogun. Read More

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23 h. ago APC faults Peter Obi, insists Tinubu’s achievements undeniable

The All Progressives Congress has asserted that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has achieved unquestionable success, rendering validation from the opposition unnecessary. In a statement released on Wednesday, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, dismissed the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi’s claims of superior governance as “hysterical.” Obi, during an appearance on Arise Television’s Read More

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24 h. ago Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of improved variety seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. Items distributed include maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon, and others, with the emphasis that a lot can be achieved with the cultivation of these improved seedlings. […] The post Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Lokpobiri hails Caverton’s aviation, pledges support for expansion

Nigeria’s minister of state for petroleum resources (oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has lauded Caverton Helicopters for its contributions to the country’s read more Lokpobiri hails Caverton’s aviation, pledges support for expansion

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27 h. ago Ogun community protests killing of resident by suspected land grabber

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Residents of Osuke-Ota Community in Ado-Odo town, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, have appealed to the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, to save their community from the siege of notorious suspected land grabbers allegedly led by Elijah Adeogun. The residents, who stormed the Governor’s Office at Oke Mosan in […] The post Ogun community protests killing of resident by suspected land grabber appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Troops Have Reduced Terrorist Activities In Kebbi, Zamfara States — Army

Troops of 1 Brigade under Operation Fansar Yamma have recorded significant success in reducing terrorists’ activities in Kebbi and Zamfara states. The Commander of 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum stated this during a Sallah luncheon with officers, soldiers and families at the Brigade Cantonment in Gusau on Tuesday. General […]

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39 h. ago Enugu farm estates: A blueprint for agricultural transformation

For centuries, agriculture has been the silent engine of economic growth, sustaining civilisations and shaping the prosperity of nations. Today, read more Enugu farm estates: A blueprint for agricultural transformation

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43 h. ago Nigeria fortunate to have Tinubu as president – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Olatunbosun Tijani, says Nigeria is fortunate to have President Bola Tinubu in the leadership saddle, saying his policies have liberalised education and resolved the fuel subsidy, which was draining the country’s resources. Tijani, who spoke with journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday, also said his Read More

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43 h. ago Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice

In the wake of the death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Olusegun Olanrewaju, also known as “Segun Success,” international ring official and boxing matchmaker Olusegun Ayodele Adesanya has issued a condolence message to all boxing stakeholders, asking them to avoid allowing boxers to fight with little notice, just a few days away. Considering the circumstances surrounding […] The post Segun Success’ Death: Nigerian Int’l Boxing Ref, frowns at allowing boxers fight on short notice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Abure Pays Tribute To Late Pa Adebanjo, Credits Him for Labour Party’s Success In Lagos

The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, on Monday, paid tribute to the late Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere. Abure credited Adebanjo for playing a significant role in the Labour Party’s success in Lagos during the 2023 presidential election, where LP candidate Peter Obi triumphed in […] The post Abure Pays Tribute To Late Pa Adebanjo, Credits Him for Labour Party’s Success In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni

Content creator and actor Mr Macaroni has urged Nigerians to always condemn injustice following the invasion of killer herdsmen in Enugu State. Per online reports, over 44 farm settlements have been invaded, leading to residents evacuating their homes in search of refuge in neighbouring communities. The places affected are Abor Ishala, Mgbuji, Agu-Amede, Eha-Agu, and […] The post Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Sahel bloc’s import tariff on ECOWAS threatens West Africa trade, AfCFTA

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising the junta-led nations of Mali, Niger Republic, and Burkina Faso, has introduced a read more Sahel bloc’s import tariff on ECOWAS threatens West Africa trade, AfCFTA

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62 h. ago Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Wife of the Ebonyi State Governor, Mrs Uzomaka Nwifuru, has distributed farm inputs, equipment and other items to 100 women and young farmers in the state in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda on agricultural projects and food security of the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu. Mrs Nwifuru, who distributed […] The post Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Gombe emir urges peaceful coexistence between farmers, herders

The Emir of Gombe, Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, has made a heartfelt appeal for peace and harmony among farmers and herders in Gombe State. Arewa PUNCH reports that Abubakar made this call during a mini Sallah durbar, also known as Jafi. He urged the two groups to co-exist peacefully, emphasising the importance of preventing conflicts Read More

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