48 m. ago Myanmar junta declares one week of national mourning after quake

Myanmar’s ruling junta declared a week of national mourning on Monday for victims of the country’s devastating earthquake, which has killed more than 1,700 people. The official mourning period runs until April 6, the junta said in a statement, with national flags to fly at half-mast. AFP Details later Read More

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98 m. ago Experts Blame Weak Law Enforcement For Digital Rights Violation

A Digital Rights expert Friday Odeh has attributed weak enforcement of existing laws and limited public awareness to increase in digital rights violation of Nigerians. Odeh who is the Country Director of Accountability Lab Nigeria, disclosed this in Makurdi during a One-Day Digital Rights Roundtable Engagement for Civil Society Organizations,(CSOs) Government officials and the media […]

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2 h. ago Success in fashion industry requires huge sacrifice – fashion expert

A Nigerian designer, Ronke Gbenga, says achieving success in the fashion industry requires immense sacrifice. Gbenga, the Chief Executive Officer read more Success in fashion industry requires huge sacrifice – fashion expert

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3 h. ago Zurab Pololikashvili: Consolidating tourism’s position as major global economic force

Since assuming office in 2018 as secretary general, United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), Zurab Pololikashvili, has brought some transformative read more Zurab Pololikashvili: Consolidating tourism’s position as major global economic force

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3 h. ago Middle Belt not part of coalition against Tinubu in 2027 —Wuyep

Tribune Online Middle Belt not part of coalition against Tinubu in 2027 —Wuyep THE chairman of the Plateau State of the All Progressive Congress (APC) Elders Forum, Ambassador Danladi Wuyep, has said the Middle Belt is not part of the ongoing coalition against President Bola Tinubu seeking a second term in office in 2027. Wuyep, who said the Muslim-Muslim ticket had backfired on the North, averred that the […] Middle Belt not part of coalition against Tinubu in 2027 —Wuyep Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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10 h. ago Stakeholders seek mortgage innovations for inclusive housing

Real estate experts in Lagos recently called for policy shifts, mortgage reviews and private-sector-led innovations to achieve affordable mass housing that caters for middle- and low-income earners in Nigeria. They also called for the adoption of green building practices alongside modern technology for faster and cheaper construction. They gave these recommendations at the Nigeria Housing Read More

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11 h. ago Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles

Tribune Online Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Easytech Integrated Services Limited, a Nigerian firm, is partnering with Guangzhou Dayun Motorcycle Company Limited, a leading Chinese manufacturer of motorcycles and tricycles, to mass-produce low-cost, high-quality tricycles aimed at easing the transportation of agricultural produce in rural areas. According to a statement made available to journalists in Lokoja by Oyigu Elijah, the partnership aims […] Nigerian, Chinese firms partner to mass produce affordable tricycles Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Money For Hospital Project Paid In Full Multiple Times With Nothing In Place — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, said the agency uncovered massive corruption where some (unnamed) government officials paid 100 per cent fees for a hospital project that was never built. The ICPC chairman said the most troubling part of the corruption was that the officials ensured […]

Economics

14 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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16 h. ago N24bn monthly salaries drive Oyo’s economic stability – Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, said his administration has ensured economic stability in the state through the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. Makinde made this known on Sunday when a delegation of Muslim clerics, traditional rulers, and political officeholders visited his Ikolaba, Ibadan, residence after the Read More

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17 h. ago Akwa Ibom primary school teachers seek timely payment of pensions, salaries

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom primary school teachers seek timely payment of pensions, salaries Primary School teachers and their next of kin in Akwa Ibom State have appealed to the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, to ensure the smooth payment of pensions and gratuities, as well as the salaries of retired and serving Primary School teachers, notwithstanding the issue of Local Government autonomy. Akwa Ibom primary school teachers seek timely payment of pensions, salaries Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Navy Rescues 15 Passengers, Recovers Cargo Boat From Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of the Nigerian Navy have rescued 15 passengers on board a local commercial boat from suspected kidnappers along the Bonny River in Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB), Bonny, Lieutenant Commander Sirajo Al-Mustapha who disclosed this in a statement in Port Harcourt, said the incident occurred during […]

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21 h. ago Pope prays for victims of earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand as health condition improves

The Holy See Press Office on Friday disclosed that Pope Francis’ health condition continues to improve just as the Holy read more Pope prays for victims of earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand as health condition improves

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22 h. ago Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has secured a 12 billion Japanese Yen loan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to boost food production under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme and Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP). Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, in a statement at the weekend by the Chief Information Officer, Eremah […] The post Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Nigerian leaders prioritise power over progress, says AfDB president’s adviser

The Senior Special Adviser to the President of the African Development Bank on Industrialisation, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, has criticised Nigerian leaders for prioritising power over national development. Speaking at the Aquinas College Old Students Association 2025 Convention in Akure, Ondo State, on Saturday, where he served as the guest lecturer, Oyelaran-Oyeyinka lamented decades of leadership Read More

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24 h. ago Edo In Kano Condemn Uromi Killing, Police Dispel Reprisal Rumour

Edo Community Association in Kano State has condemned the killing of travellers in Uromi, saying they stood with President Bola Tinubu and the Edo State governor in expressing sympathy with the affected families. The public relations officer of the association on behalf of their president, Dr. Patrick Agbaror, urged security agencies to properly investigate the […]

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25 h. ago Outrage as church clears pastor of sexual misconduct allegations

Members protest From Okwe Obi, Abuja A Senior Pastor of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) Wuse II, Rev. Azaki Nash, has been cleared of sexual misconduct allegation claims levelled against him. The Chairman of the District Church Council (DCC), Samson Jonah, declared him innocent of all allegations and recalled him from suspension on the […] The post Outrage as church clears pastor of sexual misconduct allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation

Tribune Online Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation The Delta State Police Command has responded to allegations circulating on social media that officers of its Rapid Response Squad (RRS) tortured one Mr Paul Obukohwo to death. The command has denied these claims, stating that Obukohwo fell ill while in custody and later died in hospital. According to a statement released by the command, […] Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation Tribune Online

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