2 h. ago EDHIC Targets 500,000 Subscribers For Edo Heath Insurance Scheme

The administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has concluded plans to enrol over 500,000 new enrollees into the Edo State Health Insurance Scheme (EDHIS) before the end of this year. This was disclosed by the Director-General of EDHIS, Mrs Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo, at the medical outreach in commemoration of 100 days in office of […]

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4 h. ago Anambra election: Umeoji, Soludo, Nwoye lead in opinion poll

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja An opinion poll result released in Abuja on Saturday regarding the forthcoming 2025 Anambra State governorship election indicated that Chukwuma Umeoji (54.6%) was receiving majority support across different demographics. He was closely followed by the incumbent Governor, Chukwuma Soludo (22.3%), who also retained significant support but faces challenges due to governance […] The post Anambra election: Umeoji, Soludo, Nwoye lead in opinion poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago I’m not giving out N500k palliatives – Aregbesola raises alarm

By John Ogunsemore Former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola has distanced himself from a social media post claiming he is giving out N500,000 financial support to every Nigerian. The former Osun governor made the clarification in a post via his official Facebook page on Saturday. Daily Sun reports that a Facebook page bearing the ex-minister’s […] The post I’m not giving out N500k palliatives – Aregbesola raises alarm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Association Lauds Kebbi Governor, Minister On Support For Tinubu

Leaders of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network (RHAN) have attributed the large turnout at the recent political rally in Kebbi State to the commendable efforts of President Bola Tinubu and the goodwill of the state’s leaders. The group, which played a significant role in campaigning for Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, specifically acknowledged the […]

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37 h. ago 100 Days: Ganduje, Oshiomhole Storm Benin As Okpebholo Stimulates Edo Economy 

The governor of Edo State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, celebrated his 100 days in office. He said he had laid the foundation for a homegrown economy where the state would be run by the people and not outsiders who he said came as consultants in the last administration. The event, which was held at the […]

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41 h. ago Kebbi distributes beds, mattresses ahead of mass wedding for 300 couples

The Kebbi State Government, in collaboration with the NANAS Foundation, has commenced the distribution of essential wedding materials to beneficiaries of the mass wedding scheduled for February 27, 2025, at the Emir of Gwandu’s palace. The mass wedding, tagged “Auren Gata,” is an initiative of the state governor, Dr. Nasir Idris. It aims to support Read More

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43 h. ago Expert Raises The Alarm As Aging Population Dominates Farming

An agronomy expert has expressed concern over the rapidly ageing farming population and insufficient government support for the food security agenda. In an exclusive interview with LEADERSHIP Friday, Professor Uche Amalu from the University of Calabar expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s current food security policies and the ageing demographic of its farming population. Data from […]

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48 h. ago STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women

Tribune Online STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women The Kwara State Government has commended private organisations for their role in supporting technology and innovation in the state and Nigeria. Speaking at the graduation ceremony for 45 trainees of the Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFAI)’s ‘Keeping Female in STEM’ programme in Ilorin, the Special Assistant on Digital Innovations to the Kwara State […] STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women Tribune Online

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49 h. ago First Lady empowers 200 Anambra farmers with agricultural support

The wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered no fewer than 200 farmers from across the 21 local government areas of Anambra State with agricultural training, financial support, and farm equipment. The empowerment was done under the First Lady’s “Renewed Hope Initiative” agricultural support programme in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Read More

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50 h. ago Osun Crisis: PDP Govs Throw Weight Behind Adeleke, Urge Tinubu, Security Agents To Act

Governors under the umbrella of Peoples Democratic Party have declared their support for Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke amid the ongoing political crisis in the state. In a statement by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, chairman of PDP Governors’ Forum, on Thursday, condemned the violence and highlighted Adeleke’s earlier warnings of potential unrest. Governor Bala […] The post Osun Crisis: PDP Govs Throw Weight Behind Adeleke, Urge Tinubu, Security Agents To Act appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Cargo clearance: APM Terminals pledges to support National Single Window

Tribune Online Cargo clearance: APM Terminals pledges to support National Single Window     The leadership of Nigeria’s National Single Window (NSW) project met with top officials of APM Terminals Nigeria in Apapa, Lagos, on Wednesday to gain insights into the port environment and secure the leading terminal operator’s support for the smooth rollout of the NSW project. The National Single Window is a Federal Government initiative […] Cargo clearance: APM Terminals pledges to support National Single Window Tribune Online

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52 h. ago Osun: PDP govs back Adeleke, urge Tinubu, security chiefs to act

Governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party have declared their support for Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State amid the ongoing local government leadership crisis in the state. The crisis stems from last year’s dismissal of Osun State local government chairmen and councillors by the Federal High Court in Osogbo, followed by their reinstatement by Read More

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52 h. ago My administration has laid foundation for homegrown economy — Okpebholo

Tribune Online My administration has laid foundation for homegrown economy — Okpebholo Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has outlined the achievements of his administration in his first 100 days in office. My administration has laid foundation for homegrown economy — Okpebholo Tribune Online

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62 h. ago UBEC tasks staff, stakeholders on basic education development

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has demanded of its Staff, School Support Officers (SSOs) in Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs), and other stakeholders to recommit strongly to the cause of basic education development in Nigeria. UBEC Head of Media and Public Relations, David Apeh, in a statement, indicated that the […] The post UBEC tasks staff, stakeholders on basic education development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Ukraine: Trump was wrong, Zelenskyy not a dictator — Kemi Badenoch

Tribune Online Ukraine: Trump was wrong, Zelenskyy not a dictator — Kemi Badenoch United Kingdom Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, has dismissed United States President Donald Trump’s claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is a dictator. In a statement posted on her verified X account on Wednesday, Badenoch affirmed that Zelenskyy was democratically elected, stressing Britain’s unwavering support for Ukraine, both under her leadership and previous Conservative governments. While […] Ukraine: Trump was wrong, Zelenskyy not a dictator — Kemi Badenoch Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Anambra 2025: YPP Councillorship candidates in Nnewi defect to APC

Tribune Online Anambra 2025: YPP Councillorship candidates in Nnewi defect to APC …declares support for Paul Chukwuma   Former Young Progressives Party (YPP) councillorship candidates from Nnewi North Local Government Area have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared their support for Chukwuma’s governorship ambition. The former YPP members, who contested in the controversial September 2023 Anambra LGA elections, cited Chukwuma’s leadership capacity and vision […] Anambra 2025: YPP Councillorship candidates in Nnewi defect to APC Tribune Online

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3 d. ago ‘N8.5bn Resort Project Will Transform Plateau State’s Hospitality, Tourism’

Hillside Hospitality Limited has described the Hill Station project as a groundbreaking initiative to transform Plateau State hospitality and tourism. Similarly, the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has assured full government support for the N8.5 billion Hill Station Resort revitalisation project, embarked on by Hillside Hospitality Limited, an investment company of Strom Infrastructure Investments and […]

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4 d. ago Timini Egbuson’s “Reel Love” Movie Breaks Box Office Records On Valentine’s Day Premiere

Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has broken box office records with his cinema debut, Reel Love, which premiered on February 14. The movie star took to his Instagram page on Monday to celebrate his success, announcing that his project had grossed over ninety-nine million naira at the box office. His film set several new records, including […] The post Timini Egbuson’s “Reel Love” Movie Breaks Box Office Records On Valentine’s Day Premiere appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Gov Okpebholo’s 100 Days in office: Edo Correspondents’ Chapel pledges support for good governance

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, has pledged objective reportage of government policies and programmes to promote transparency, accountability and good governance. The Chapel announced this in a statement congratulating Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo on the occasion of his first 100 days […] The post Gov Okpebholo’s 100 Days in office: Edo Correspondents’ Chapel pledges support for good governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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