48 m. ago Sokoto gov unveils N285m Ramadan package for religious leaders

The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, has unveiled a total financial package of N285 million, including the distribution of maize and financial assistance to Jum’at Imams, their Na’ibs, Mu’adhins, Islamic scholars, and various religious organizations across the state. Aliyu unveiled the Ramadan package at the Government House on Monday. According to the governor, this Read More

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48 m. ago NABTEB: Over 29,880 candidates pass with five credits in maths, english, others

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board has announced that 29,880 candidates, making up 67.56% of those who took the 2024 November/December exams, passed with five credits or more, including Mathematics and English. It also stated that 42,431 candidates, representing 95.94%, scored five credits and above, whether or not they included Mathematics and English. The Read More

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48 m. ago Aiyedatiwa appoints Fasoranti’s son as SSG, reappoints advisers

The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the appointment of the son of the Afenifere Leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti as the Secretary to the State Government. The appointment came a few hours after Aiyedatiwa was inaugurated as the seventh executive governor of the state on Monday. This was contained in a Read More

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73 m. ago Nigeria Customs Rescinds Suspension Of 4% FOB Levy On Imports

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the reversal of its previous suspension of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports, affecting all declarations made during the initial implementation period. The NCS, in a press release issued on Monday, stated that the decision to rescind the import declarations was taken to ensure clarity, maintain consistency […]

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89 m. ago Kano Lawmakers Reject NNPP Suspension, Accuses Kwankwaso Of Dictatorship

Susupended federal lawmakers elected on the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have publicly rejected their suspension by the party’s leadership in Kano State. In a joint statement issued shortly after the announcement of their suspension by the NNPP state chairman, the suspended lawmakers, including Senator Suleiman Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, Hon. Aliyu Sani […]

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3 h. ago McPherson University matriculates 930 students, graduates 281

Tribune Online McPherson University matriculates 930 students, graduates 281 The Vice Chancellor of McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, Professor Francis Igbasan, has announced that the university will matriculate over 930 students and graduate 281 students in its series of events lined up for the matriculation and convocation ceremonies this week. McPherson University matriculates 930 students, graduates 281 Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Private varsity students may sue FG over NELFUND exclusion — MacPherson VC

Tribune Online Private varsity students may sue FG over NELFUND exclusion — MacPherson VC Students of private universities nationwide may form a joint association to challenge the Federal Government in Court over the decision to exclude them from the list of beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), the Vice-Chancellor of MacPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, Prof. Francis Igbasan said. This is as the management of the […] Private varsity students may sue FG over NELFUND exclusion — MacPherson VC Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Customs cancel import declarations under suspended 4% FOB charge

Following the earlier press release announcing the suspension of the 4 per cent Free-on-Board charge on imports, the Nigeria Customs Service has said that all import declarations made during the initial implementation period have been cancelled. The National National Public Relations Officer of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada, announced this in a statement on Monday. Maiwada Read More

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3 h. ago Portable Announces New EP ‘Ogo Wanted’ Amid Legal Troubles With Ogun Govt

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has announced his upcoming extended play (EP), ‘Ogo Wanted’. The singer shared the poster of the unreleased project on Instagram on Sunday. He accompanied the announcement with the caption that reads, “Ogo Wanted. Music money pass yahoo. Zehnation, many many inspiration”. READ MORE: Portable Hikes Performance Fee […] The post Portable Announces New EP ‘Ogo Wanted’ Amid Legal Troubles With Ogun Govt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago FULL LIST: Again, Multichoice announces price hike for Dstv, Gotv packages

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Again, Multichoice announces price hike for Dstv, Gotv packages MultiChoice has announced an upward review of prices for its DStv and GOtv packages, set to take effect from March 1, 2025. In a statement issued to customers on Monday, the company explained that the price adjustment is necessary to maintain the quality of its content and services. The statement, titled “Price Adjustments for DStv […] FULL LIST: Again, Multichoice announces price hike for Dstv, Gotv packages Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Man United announces ‘hard choices’ to address financial woes, others

Manchester United has announced a transformation plan designed to revamp its corporate structure, improve financial sustainability, and enhance operational efficiency. The club noted that after five consecutive years of financial losses since 2019, the club is taking decisive action to restore profitability and strengthen its position on and off the pitch. A central pillar of Read More

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3 h. ago Customs cancels import declarations under suspended 4% FOB charge

Following the earlier press release announcing the suspension of the 4 per cent Free-on-Board charge on imports, the Nigeria Customs Service has said that all import declarations made during the initial implementation period have been cancelled. The National National Public Relations Officer of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada, announced this in a statement on Monday. Maiwada Read More

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6 h. ago Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents

Tribune Online Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents Not fewer than 10,000 constituents of Toro Federal Constituency of Bauchi State have benefited from the distribution of Ramadan packages worth over ₦200 million by the Member representing the Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ismaila Haruna Dabo. The Member flagged off the distribution of the packages to the beneficiaries to alleviate the economic […] Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment

Tribune Online Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Apple announced Monday its plan to establish a 250,000-square-foot factory in Texas by 2026, where it will manufacture artificial intelligence servers to support its AI-driven features. The move is part of a broader $500 billion investment in the United States over the next four years, which also includes job creation, supplier partnerships, and infrastructure expansion. […] Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Federal Gov’t Suspends Council Meeting Over LG Crisis In Osun

The meeting of the National Council for Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy earlier scheduled to be held in Osun State from February 25 to 27, 2025 has been postponed. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris announced the postponement, citing the heightened political tensions due to the crisis that erupted recently over local […]

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9 h. ago NIPCO expands gas distribution in Ibadan, Benin, Lekki, industrial clusters

…Converts 15,000 vehicles to CNG compliant NIPCO Gas Ltd. has announced the expansion of its gas distribution network across key read more NIPCO expands gas distribution in Ibadan, Benin, Lekki, industrial clusters

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12 h. ago Three Anambra siblings found dead in freezer to be buried March 8

The three siblings killed by yet-to-be-identified persons in Nnewichi, in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State, will be laid to rest on Saturday, March 8, the family announced on Sunday. The three siblings, Chikaima Daviana Ejezie, female, nine; Chimdirim David Ejezie, male, five; and Chimziterem Dominica Ejezie, female, eight, were reportedly killed and Read More

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14 h. ago ATM Fee Hike: SERAP Drags CBN To Court Over ‘Unlawful’ Charges

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over the recent increase in Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees. In the suit filed on Friday, SERAP argued that the CBN’s decision to increase ATM fees is “patently unlawful, unfair, unreasonable, and unjust.” The organization is […] The post ATM Fee Hike: SERAP Drags CBN To Court Over ‘Unlawful’ Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Gov Buni Establishes Yobe Mining Development Company, Appoints Engr Yerima As MD

In a bold move to harness the untapped solid mineral resources in Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has announced the establishment of the Yobe Mining Development Company (YMDC) and appointed a renowned geologist, Engr. Bamodu Yerima, , as its pioneer Managing Director. A statement issued by the senior special Assistant Digital and Strategic Communication, […]

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15 h. ago SERAP wants court to stop CBN from implementing ‘unlawful, unjust’ ATM fee hike

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over the failure to reverse the patently unlawful, unfair, unreasonable and unjust increase in Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees. The CBN recently announced that ATM withdrawals made at a machine owned by a bank but outside its […] The post SERAP wants court to stop CBN from implementing ‘unlawful, unjust’ ATM fee hike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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