26 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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52 h. ago Insecurity: Niger Emirate convenes security summit to address security challenges 

From John Adams, Minna   Worried by the recent escalation in bandits attacks on some communities across Kontagora Emirate Council in Niger state, critical stakeholders from the Emirate Council have agreed to convene an emergency security summit with a view to come up with a workable solution towards addressing the growing level security challenge in […] The post Insecurity: Niger Emirate convenes security summit to address security challenges  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Nigerian Varsities Must Confront Global Challenges, Says ASE VC

The Vice Chancellor of the African School of Economics, the Pan-African University of Excellence, Abuja, Professor Mahfouz Adedimeji, has called for collaboration among the Nigerian universities on the need to confront global challenges. Adedimeji made the call in an  address titled: “Ideas Rule the World”, which he delivered at the fourth Public Lecture of the […]

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3 d. ago FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno

Tribune Online FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with farmers, displaced families, and local leaders to address food security challenges. FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Experts Task Gov’t On Use Of Social Cohesion Data For Development

Experts have urged the government at all levels to use social cohesion data to enhance national policies and programmes, address critical development challenges across the country, and promote national progress. They called at a capacity-building workshop organised by the Africa Polling Institute (API), an independent, non-profit opinion research think tank in Abuja. The workshop was […]

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8 d. ago Business As Usual No Longer Acceptable In Nigerian Civil Service – Walson

Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Didi Esther Walson-Jack has said that the era of “business as usual” is over in the Nigerian civil service, urging a transformative shift to meet 21st-century challenges. She issued the warning during her keynote address at the inaugural International Civil Service Conference, organised by the Federal […]

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1 week ago Niger varsity suspends lecturer as students protest killing of 300 level colleague

As House of Assembly moves to address security challenges in the institution From John Adams, Minna Niger State owned Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU) Lapai has suspended all academic activities following sustained protests by the students of the institution over the murder of a 300 level student by unknown hoodlums. Although the University declared Tuesday, […] The post Niger varsity suspends lecturer as students protest killing of 300 level colleague appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Criminologists Push For Correctional Service Reformation In Nigeria

The Nigeria Society for Criminology (NSC) has stressed the urgent need for correctional service reformation, disclosing that out of the 81,288 total inmates in Nigeria’s Correctional Service centres across the country, 53,811 are on the awaiting trial list. As a result, the society said it is set to address the challenges facing the Nigerian Correctional […]

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1 week ago First Lady launches Green Nigeria Challenge to combat climate change through tree planting

Northern states, FCT vie for N100m in tree-planting drive; Enugu named model green state From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday unveiled the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Green Nigeria Challenge, a tree-planting competition designed to address desert encroachment and climate change impacts in northern Nigeria. This initiative is closely […] The post First Lady launches Green Nigeria Challenge to combat climate change through tree planting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Aftermath of protest: Delta Govt says solution underway to address Ndokwa electricity challenge

Days after youths of Ndokwa in Delta State, protested over 16 years of staying in darkness as a result of read more Aftermath of protest: Delta Govt says solution underway to address Ndokwa electricity challenge

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2 w. ago Loans, Digital Access Top Agenda As Nigeria Hosts 4th AU MSME Forum

Delegates from over 50 African countries will converge on Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, from Monday, June 23 to Friday, 27, 2025, to address challenges affecting small businesses, particularly affordable financing, enhancing digital transformation and improving market access. According to a statement by spokesman of the vice president of Nigeria, Stanley Nkwocha, the country […]

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2 w. ago Electricity: EU, Germany launch energy efficiency network in Kano

Tribune Online Electricity: EU, Germany launch energy efficiency network in Kano To address this challenge, she stated that the EU is partnering with the state to address these challenges. “The EU in Nigeria has been engaging and Electricity: EU, Germany launch energy efficiency network in Kano Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Dangote Refinery To Begin Nationwide Fuel Supply August 15 With Free Delivery

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced it will begin nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel starting August 15, 2025. This strategic move is expected to reshape Nigeria’s fuel supply chain and address long-standing distribution challenges. According to a statement issued on Sunday, the company revealed it is deploying 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural […] The post Dangote Refinery To Begin Nationwide Fuel Supply August 15 With Free Delivery appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies

Tribune Online Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has dismissed reports suggesting that it adopted prayer sessions as an official strategy to tackle Nigeria’s food security challenges, clarifying that the... Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances

Tribune Online Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances The global financial landscape is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, with blockchain technology emerging as a powerful solution to address one of the world’s most pressing economic challenges: providing financial services to the unbanked population. According to the World Bank, approximately 1.4 billion adults worldwide remain without access to basic banking services, leaving them excluded from […] Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE

Tribune Online Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE The Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (NIEE) has advised that the government should implement and enforce policies against plastic misuse in the country. This was stated during the Engr. Bolarinwa James Olowe Annual Inter-Secondary Schools Competition held at University of Ibadan, Ibadan. The competition is meant to address environmental challenges related to plastic pollution in […] Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Amid Rising Insecurity, Stakeholders Intensify Call For Community Policing

Amidst rising insecurity, security stakeholders have called for well-structured community policing to address the security challenges from the grassroots. Community policing in practice involves a collaborative approach where law enforcement and community members work together to address security issues and improve overall safety and well-being. This includes fostering trust, involving the community in decision-making, and […]

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last month Tinubu has surpassed past presidents in 2 years – Felix Morka

The National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, said President Bola Tinubu has achieved more than all his predecessors. During an appearance on Arise Television’s ‘The Morning Show’ on Wednesday, Morka stated that Tinubu’s policies are meant to address the country’s challenges. According to Morka, the president is not looking […] The post Tinubu has surpassed past presidents in 2 years – Felix Morka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Nigerian MSMEs Benefit From Access Bank, Mastercard, LCCI Partnership

Key stakeholders from various sectors have come together to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. The collaboration aimed to address the challenges faced by MSMEs, including limited access to finance, infrastructure deficits, and lack of capacity building. Speaking at the 5th annual MSME and Start-up Summit 2025, organised by The Economic Forum […]

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