1 hour ago BREAKING: Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Ramadan begins Saturday

Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the Ramadan crescent in the Kingdom. The month of Ramadan is the ninth of the 12 months of the Islamic calendar. PUNCH Online reports that the Saudi Royal Court said Taraweeh prayer will be Read More

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1 hour ago MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

The Nigerian unit of MTN Group Ltd fell the most in 10 months in Lagos before recovering, as investors reacted read more MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Fasting Begins Saturday As Saudi Arabia Confirms Sighting Crescent Moon

Saudi Arabia has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan will commence on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon on Friday. The Kingdom’s Supreme Court confirmed the sighting on Friday evening, marking the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, a time of fasting, prayer, and spiritual […]

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2 h. ago Tinubu Pledges Broadband Expansion, Strengthening Of Policy Research Institutions

President Bola Tinubu has implored the new graduates of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) as well as other policymakers to take the lead in driving the nation’s digital transformation and tech-driven economic growth. This, the president said, is premised on plans by his administration to revitalise NIPSS by “fully digitising its […]

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2 h. ago Oyo Gov’t Flags Off Health Insurance Scheme For 10,000 Primary School Pupils

Oyo State government has officially flagged off the enrollment of 10,000 basic school pupils into the state’s healthcare insurance scheme. The children, enrolled from 90 schools across 18 local government areas of the state were presented their Insurance scheme ID cards on Thursday at the Ibadan Civic Center, Idi-Ape in Ibadan by the Deputy Governor, […]

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2 h. ago Ekiti to review emergency law, establish LG disaster committees

Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Mrs Monisade Afuye on Friday disclosed the state government’s plan to review the law establishing the State Emergency Management Agency to accommodate local government emergency management committees. Afuye said the planned holistic review of the law would ensure the effective management of natural disasters from the grassroots to the state level, Read More

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4 h. ago We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo

By Chinelo Obogo The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has said that plans are underway to integrate younger pilots into the system as the older ones retire. He said this on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos while addressing concerns about an aging workforce and the lack of […] The post We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months

From Sola Ojo, Abuja In a significant boost to the education sector in Kaduna State, the Adolescent Girls Initiative Learning Enhancement (AGILE) project has delivered 60 new schools from scratch across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state within eight months. The AGILE project in Kaduna State is being implemented by the Federal Ministry […] The post AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO

Tribune Online 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has reported that around 6,000 transformers were vandalised across Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states during the four-day nationwide blackout. However, the company stated that KEDCO issues monthly bills totalling N12 billion across the three states but often collects less than N6 billion. Revealing this at a town hall meeting […] 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced a six-month closure of Ibadan Airport beginning in early March to facilitate comprehensive maintenance and upgrade works. In a statement shared via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the decision was necessary […] The post Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers diverted to Togo will return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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5 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers in Togo to return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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5 h. ago Delta: Armed robbers invade Nursing College hostel, steal valuables

Tribune Online Delta: Armed robbers invade Nursing College hostel, steal valuables It was a traumatic experience for students of the College of Nursing Sciences in Asaba, the Delta State capital, on Thursday night as armed robbers invaded one of their hostels located outside but close to the school, carting away valuables, including at least seven mobile phones. Delta: Armed robbers invade Nursing College hostel, steal valuables Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Gombe sets up committees for Ramadan palliative distribution

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has established Ramadan palliative distribution committees to ensure the seamless distribution of relief materials to residents during the holy month. This was contained in a statement released on Friday by Professor Ibrahim Njodi, Secretary to the Government of Gombe State, conveying Governor Yahaya’s approval. The statement read, “The initiative aims Read More

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6 h. ago FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills

Tribune Online FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills The initiative seeks to close the business skills gap and improve sustainable animal health services, particularly within communities. FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills Tribune Online

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6 h. ago MTN cuts core infrastructure spending as capex soars to N1.53tn

MTN Nigeria lowered spending on core infrastructure projects in 2024, even as its capital expenditure soared 168.3 per cent to N1.53 trillion, largely driven by tower lease renegotiations that deepened its financial obligations. Without the lease component, MTN’s spending on critical infrastructure like fibre networks, base stations, and technology upgrades dropped to N443.5bn from N449.3bn Read More

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7 h. ago Stanley Obi, marketing strategist, releases new book on brand innovation strategies

After 18 month of research and writing, Stanley Obi, a marketing strategist, has released his book on innovation strategies for read more Stanley Obi, marketing strategist, releases new book on brand innovation strategies

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7 h. ago VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman

Controversial social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of plotting his arrest. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday, VeryDarkMan claimed that the EFCC is planning to frame him for criticising its chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede. Accusing the EFCC of using various tactics to orchestrate his arrest, […] The post VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that electricity consumers on Band B are not paying sufficient tariffs for the electricity they receive. This declaration was made on Thursday at the Public Presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan (NIRP) in Abuja. According to Adelabu, the disparity between […] The post Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Gov Eno Charges Ibibio Ethnic Group On Unity, Dev’t Of Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has enjoined the majority ethnic Ibibio ethnic group to close ranks, eschew individualistic tendencies and continue to work with other ethnic groups in the state to deepen peace, unity and development. LEADERSHIP gathered that this charge followed resort to ethno-political sentiments by some leaders and stakeholders of the […]

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