36 m. ago Nigeria needs 5x current growth rate to hit $1trn economy by 2030 —World Bank

Tribune Online Nigeria needs 5x current growth rate to hit $1trn economy by 2030 —World Bank The World Bank has warned that Nigeria’s current economic growth rate of 3.5 percent is far below what is required to meet the government’s ambition of building a $1 trillion economy by 2030. To achieve this target, the economy must grow at a pace five times faster than its present rate, according to the Bank’s […] Nigeria needs 5x current growth rate to hit $1trn economy by 2030 —World Bank Tribune Online

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2 h. ago ‘Buhari My Mentor Nudged Me To Contest For Kaduna Gov’ship’, El

Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai has mourned the demise of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as his political mentor who also nudged him to contest for the governorship of Kaduna State. The two-term former Kaduna State governor, in his condolence message maintained that former President Buhari stood for the country in war […]

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6 h. ago Gov Alia expresses sadness over death of former President Muhammadu Buhari 

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has expressed sadness over the death of the immediate past President of Nigeria, H.E. Muhammadu Buhari, whose sad demise took place in a clinic in London, United Kingdom, on Sunday, July 13th, 2025. Governor Alia, in his message of condolence to the family of […] The post Gov Alia expresses sadness over death of former President Muhammadu Buhari  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6

Tribune Online Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6 The National Association of Academic Technologists, NAAT, has threatened to commence nationwide protests from August 6, over the three and half months withheld salaries, non implementation of the consequential adjustment for the minimum wage among others. Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6 Tribune Online

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7 h. ago APC Dominates Lagos LG Elections, Wins All 20 Chairmanship, 375 Of 376 Councillorship Seats

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has swept all 20 chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship positions in the Lagos State local government elections held on Saturday, July 12. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) announced the results on Sunday, July 13, confirming the APC’s near-total dominance across the state. The Peoples Democratic […] The post APC Dominates Lagos LG Elections, Wins All 20 Chairmanship, 375 Of 376 Councillorship Seats appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago ‘He Was A National Icon, Mentor,’ Northern Govs Mourn Buhari

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed grief over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as a moment of great national mourning and a monumental loss to Nigeria. In a condolence message signed by the Forum’s Chairman and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the governors paid tribute to […]

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7 h. ago ADC shakes Katsina, declares mission to dislodge APC from Government House

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The ADC on Sunday launched what may well be described as a political offensive in Katsina, vowing to dislodge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Government House in 2027. The programme was the official unveiling of the new coalition opposition party which attracted a mammoth crowd of supporters from […] The post ADC shakes Katsina, declares mission to dislodge APC from Government House appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Serving Food At Event Is Humility, Not Campaign Strategy — Peter Obi Replies Critics

Former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi has insisted that true leadership must be rooted in humility and service to others. In a post on Sunday via his official X page, Obi responded to the viral photos and videos of him serving food at a recent private charity event in Imo state. The former governor […] The post Serving Food At Event Is Humility, Not Campaign Strategy — Peter Obi Replies Critics appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Northern Governors mourn former President Buhari, describe his death as national tragedy

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as a monumental loss and a national tragedy. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, in a condolence message personally signed, said the news […] The post Northern Governors mourn former President Buhari, describe his death as national tragedy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ADC will rescue Nigeria from imminent collapse — Kwara stakeholders

Tribune Online ADC will rescue Nigeria from imminent collapse — Kwara stakeholders Some political stakeholders in Kwara state have said that the new African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a strategic move by the opposition group to salvage the country from imminent collapse. In his welcome address, a former governorship aspirant of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara state, Associate Professor Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia, at his […] ADC will rescue Nigeria from imminent collapse — Kwara stakeholders Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Igbinedion Varsity Reappoints The Delborough’s Uzochukwu As Governing Council Member

Africa’s foremost private university, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, has reappointed the chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Stanel Group and The Delborough Lagos, Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu, as member of its Governing Council. The renewal of the serial entrepreneur’s appointment was disclosed in a letter addressed to him dated June 10, 2025, and personally […]

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10 h. ago Edo NANS demands action against AAU lecturer accused of rape

From  Tony Osauzo, Benin The National Association of Nigerian Students, Joint Campus Council, Edo State, has appealed to the management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, and the Nigeria Police not to sweep under the carpet alleged rape allegations against a lecturer in the institution. The appeal was contained in a statement issued on Friday by […] The post Edo NANS demands action against AAU lecturer accused of rape appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Lagos LG polls: Our victory, continued endorsement of our vision for progress — APC

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: Our victory, continued endorsement of our vision for progress — APC The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has described its victory in Saturday’s local council elections as a continued endorsement of the party’s vision for progress, development, and inclusive governance at the grassroots level. Lagos LG polls: Our victory, continued endorsement of our vision for progress — APC Tribune Online

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10 h. ago ‘Lagos not no man’s land,’ reactions as Ohanaeze laments ‘Igbos’ exclusion from LG polls’

Tribune Online ‘Lagos not no man’s land,’ reactions as Ohanaeze laments ‘Igbos’ exclusion from LG polls’ He argued that Igbos, who invest heavily in the state, are constantly shut out of local government leadership positions. ‘Lagos not no man’s land,’ reactions as Ohanaeze laments ‘Igbos’ exclusion from LG polls’ Tribune Online

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10 h. ago How government can properly regulate engineering profession in Nigeria – Uche

Okorie Augustine Uche is the Registrar and the CEO of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). read more How government can properly regulate engineering profession in Nigeria – Uche

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10 h. ago UK Varsity Honours Nigerian Philanthropist AA Zaura With Honorary Diploma In Humanities

In recognition of his enduring commitment to youth empowerment, social transformation, poverty alleviation and educational development, the University of Sunderland in Nigeria in partnership with the London Academy Business School (LABS), UK, has conferred the prestigious Honorary Diploma in Humanities on Alhaji Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, popularly known as AA Zaura. The University of Sunderland in […]

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10 h. ago Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo received a heroic welcome in his ancestral community of Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, over the weekend, following the Supreme Court ruling on Friday, July 11, 2025, that affirmed his election as governor. Speaking to party faithful, supporters, youths, market women, socio-cultural […] The post Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago APC sweeps Lagos LG polls as LASIEC begins announcing results

By Lukman Olabiyi The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured a commanding victory in the Lagos State Local Government elections held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, dominating both chairmanship and councillorship contests across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), according to results announced by the Lagos State […] The post APC sweeps Lagos LG polls as LASIEC begins announcing results appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago 2025 wet season: Gombe govt distributes fertiliser to 114 wards

Tribune Online 2025 wet season: Gombe govt distributes fertiliser to 114 wards The development is in line with the directive of the State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, to ensure that 2025 wet season: Gombe govt distributes fertiliser to 114 wards Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Support For ADC Coalition While In PDP Is Betrayal – Ortom Blasts Members

Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to expel its members who are also aligning with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that dual party membership is unacceptable. Ortom made this known during an interview on Channels Television, where he stated that the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) […] The post Support For ADC Coalition While In PDP Is Betrayal – Ortom Blasts Members appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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