56 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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3 d. ago Tinubu appoints new governing board members for NIMASA, Iroghama, Ogbeifun, others make list

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new Governing Board for the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). All the appointments are effective from 24th June, 2025. The appointment is pursuant to the provisions of Section 5 of the NIMASA Act. According to the Act, the Board is responsible for the […] The post Tinubu appoints new governing board members for NIMASA, Iroghama, Ogbeifun, others make list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NCDMB develops policy to halt foreign procurements, boost local content

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), as part of efforts to prioritise the Federal Government’s Nigeria First Policy, is finalising Nigeria’s First Procurement Policy to reclaim the economic independence of the country by harnessing local capacity. The policy, when it comes into force, will ensure that all goods or […] The post NCDMB develops policy to halt foreign procurements, boost local content appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Sitting on bare floors, learning in tears: Gov Sule approves 15,716 chairs for Nasarawa primary schools 

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), Dr. Kassim Muhammad Kassim, has revealed that Governor Abdullahi Sule has approved the immediate procurement and distribution of 15,716 chairs and desks to public primary schools across the state. Dr. Kassim made the disclosure during an interactive session with […] The post Sitting on bare floors, learning in tears: Gov Sule approves 15,716 chairs for Nasarawa primary schools  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago How I’ll ensure improved budgetary allocation for NIHORT —Ayuba, Governing Board Chair

Tribune Online How I’ll ensure improved budgetary allocation for NIHORT —Ayuba, Governing Board Chair .Says staff welfare will be prioritised THE new Chairman of the Governing Board of the National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT), Honourable Bello Ayuba, last week, paid a two-day working visit to the institute with a beckon of hope for improved functionality of the institute saddled with the mandate focused on research and development in horticulture. […] How I’ll ensure improved budgetary allocation for NIHORT —Ayuba, Governing Board Chair Tribune Online

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1 week ago Gov Mbah inaugurates Social Homes Board, grants clemency to 11 prisons inmates

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has inaugurated the Management Board for the Protection of State-owned Social Homes, reaffirming his government’s commitment to caring for the vulnerable in the state. The Board, which has the First Lady of the state, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, as the Chairman, and Prof. Christian Anieke, a Reverend Father, as […] The post Gov Mbah inaugurates Social Homes Board, grants clemency to 11 prisons inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears

Tribune Online Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears The chairperson of Universal Basic Education board in Anambra State, Dr. Vera Nwadinobi, has praised the state governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo for the payment of its three years arears of matching grants owed by previous administration. Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous, allegation by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking in Bayelsa during the inauguration of some projects executed by the Commission, Chairman, Governing Board of the interventionist agency, Chiedu Ebie, […] The post NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Don’t abuse second chance, Edo parole board chairman warns inmates

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Chairman of Edo State Parole Board, Hon. Justice Alero Edodo-Eruaga (rtd), yesterday, warned inmates in the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Benin, not to abuse the second chance given to them by God and the government by misleading the board with wrongful information about themselves as they seek for parole but to […] The post Don’t abuse second chance, Edo parole board chairman warns inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Federal Gov’t Flags Off TVET Entrance Exam Into Tech Colleges For 30,000 Students

The Federal Government, through the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), has flagged off the 2025 entrance examination for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) into Federal Technical Colleges across Nigeria, with over 30,000 candidates participating nationwide. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of NABTEB, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, disclosed this while monitoring […]

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4 w. ago ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive

The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has assured Nigerians that the Renewed Hope Initiative of President Bola Tinubu was committed to ensuring that Nigerians enjoy improved power supply across the country. He made the observation in his congratulatory message to Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful on the celebration […] The post ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Obasanjo Leadership Institute will model leadership in Africa – Ghana President

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, on Tuesday, June 3, described the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI) as poised to be a model for leadership capacity building in Africa. He made the remark while inaugurating the 13-member Governing Board of OOLI in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The board is chaired by […] The post Obasanjo Leadership Institute will model leadership in Africa – Ghana President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month NLC Raises Alarm Over Pension Transparency, Calls For Urgent Reforms

President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has raised strong concerns over the federal government’s prolonged delay in reconstituting the board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), warning that the absence of a governing board undermines transparency and accountability in the management of workers’ retirement savings. Speaking to journalists at the Annual […]

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