76 m. ago Katsina’s Effective Grassroots Tool For Curbing Insecurity And Alleviating Poverty

In November of 2024, the Katsina state government launched the CDP, community development programme; an initiative designed to empower the grassroots by collaboration and partnership with community leaders, stakeholders, traditional rulers, and indigenes of these communities. To drive the CDP, 361 community development centres were launched across the state, with 1 centre in each ward […]

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83 m. ago Adebayo Olakunle: Offering Blueprint For Ethical Real Estate

In a sector often plagued by sharp practices, disputed titles and investor distrust, Adebayo Olakunle is quietly rewriting the rulebook of Nigerian real estate with one transparent transaction at a time. A public relations strategist, certified property auctioneer and author of several business development toolkits, Olakunle holds a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from […]

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1 hour ago I am still in PDP but keenly monitoring developments —Senator Dickson

Former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, has dismissed as false reports circulating in read more I am still in PDP but keenly monitoring developments —Senator Dickson

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1 hour ago Levene Energy To Acquire Stake In Axxela Limited With $64M Afreximbank Facility

Levene Energy Development Limited is pushing to acquire a 30 per cent stake in Axxela Limited. The deal is being finalised with USD 64 million financing facility by African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank), to back its equity commitment to Bluecore Gas Infraco Limited, the acquiring entity. Axxela is one of West Africa’s leading gas and power […]

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1 hour ago Transmission Company, Partners Educate Abia, Imo, Anambra Communities On Line Upgrades

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Federal Ministry of Finance have carried out a sensitisation programme for Project Affected Persons (PAPs) on the proposed reconstruction and upgrade of the Alaoji–Onitsha 330kV Single Circuit Transmission Line line. The sensitisation exercise, which took place from January 6 […]

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3 h. ago Ganduje returns from vacation, to hold consultations on Kano politics

Former APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje returns to Nigeria for a series of consultations and meetings focusing on the recent political developments in Kano S Read More: https://punchng.com/ganduje-returns-from-vacation-to-hold-consultations-on-kano-politics/

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4 h. ago Group Raises Concern Over Alleged Interference In Kano Corruption Investigations

A civil society group, the Kano People’s Rights Alliance (KPRA), has raised concerns over what it described as alleged attempts by a former governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to interfere in corruption investigations being conducted by the current state administration. In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by its chairman, Maikano […]

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4 h. ago Obasanjo, Jonathan, Jega Laud Tambuwal At 60, Call for National Unity

Former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have lauded Senator Aminu Tambuwal for his contributions to the nation’s democratic experience. Speaking earlier at the 60th Birthday Colloquium of Tambuwal, also a former Sokoto State governor yesterday in Abuja, […]

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9 h. ago Exposure to petrol fumes during pregnancy may trigger leukaemia in babies – Doctors

Doctors warn that exposure to petrol fumes during pregnancy can pose serious risks, including childhood leukaemia, low birth weight, and developmental issu Read More: https://punchng.com/exposure-to-petrol-fumes-during-pregnancy-may-trigger-leukaemia-in-babies-doctors/

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10 h. ago Federal Government Unveils Framework To Maintain Public Assets Nationwide

The Federal Government has launched a comprehensive framework to strengthen the maintenance and preservation of public assets across Nigeria. The initiative, driven by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, through its Department of Federal Public Assets Maintenance (FPAM), introduces Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure uniform, efficient, and sustainable management of federal assets. […]

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10 h. ago Senator Natasha Confirms Full Regulatory Compliance On Electric Vehicles As 100 Beneficiaries Undergo Training

The rollout of the Electric Motor Vehicles (EMVs) under the Kogi Central Constituency Development Programme has resumed following the completion of key regulatory and structural requirements, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has confirmed. Speaking on the programme, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan explained that the earlier pause in the implementation announced during a recent town hall meeting in Ihima, Okehi […]

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15 h. ago Anaesthetists society monitoring medical negligence allegations surrounding Adichie’s son

The Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists is monitoring medical negligence allegations by Chimamanda Adichie following the tragic death of her 21-month-old son Read More: https://punchng.com/anaesthetists-society-monitoring-medical-negligence-allegations-surrounding-adichies-son/

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16 h. ago Natasha resumes electric tricycle rollout for 100 Kogi youths

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan resumes the rollout of electric tricycles in Kogi, empowering 100 youths with sustainable livelihoods and clean energy. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-resumes-electric-tricycle-rollout-for-100-kogi-youths/

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18 h. ago Stop tweeting, start contesting, Shehu Sani tells Nigerians in their 30s–50s

Fmr. Senator Shehu Sani urges Nigerians in their 30s-50s to increase their political engagement by contesting elections, not just tweeting from the sidelin Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-tweeting-start-contesting-shehu-sani-tells-nigerians-in-their-30s-50s/

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19 h. ago Presidency Counters KPMG, Reaffirms Policy Logic Behind New Tax Laws

The Presidency has pushed back against observations made by KPMG on Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, insisting that the reforms reflected deliberate policy choices rooted in economic logic, global best practice, and Nigeria’s long-term development objectives. In a detailed response issued by the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, the government acknowledged that some […]

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24 h. ago Ogunkoya Lauds Niger Delta Games’ Focus On Nurturing Young Talent

Former African 100m champion and national record holder, Seun Ogunkoya, has lauded the Niger Delta Games for its strong emphasis on identifying and developing young sporting talent. Ogunkoya, a celebrated athlete in his prime, stressed that any nation neglecting youth talent discovery is failing in fundamental sports development. He believes the Niger Delta Games’ focus […]

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35 h. ago “Atiku Has Been Contesting For Presidency Since My NYSC Days” – Datti Baba

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has renewed his call for a generational shift in Nigeria’s political leadership, saying the country cannot continue recycling the same faces if it hopes to move forward. Datti made the remarks while reflecting on his long political encounters with former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, noting that the former PDP […] The post “Atiku Has Been Contesting For Presidency Since My NYSC Days” – Datti Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Federal Government’ll Empower Military To Crush Insecurity — VP Shettima

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reaffirmed the firm resolve of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to empower the Nigerian Armed Forces to subdue the security challenges bedeviling the country. He acknowledged the sacrifices of the fallen soldiers who paid the supreme price to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity, as well as the lives and properties […]

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39 h. ago I am still in the PDP but keenly monitoring developments — Senator Dickson

Former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, has dismissed as false reports circulating in read more I am still in the PDP but keenly monitoring developments — Senator Dickson

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42 h. ago Learning and development professionals take centre stage in Nigeria’s evolving workplace

The world of work globally has been characterised by rapid changes involving technological disruption, automation, and an evolving market, causing read more Learning and development professionals take centre stage in Nigeria’s evolving workplace

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