65 m. ago FG reaffirms commitment to reposition education as catalyst for national renewal

Tribune Online FG reaffirms commitment to reposition education as catalyst for national renewal IN spite of the multifaceted challenges confronting the education sector in Nigeria, the Federal Government has affirmed commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu towards repositioning education to serve as a catalyst for national renewal. Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, speaking on key efforts of the current administration to transform education acknowledged the unwavering leadership […] FG reaffirms commitment to reposition education as catalyst for national renewal Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Telecom: Tariff Hike Has Atttracted $1bn Investments, Says Maida

The Federal Government has disclosed that the recent increase in tariffs in the Nigerian telecommunications sector has attracted an investment valued at $1 billion to boost broadband coverage and capacity in the country, despite initial fears about the hike. The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, disclosed this […]

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5 h. ago Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review

Tribune Online Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review The Group Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfin Tasew, has said the airline won’t reject any decision by the Federal Government to either suspend indefinitely or resume the national carrier project. Tasew, who stressed that the East African carrier did not initially show interest in participating in the Nigeria Air project, said the decision […] Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review Tribune Online

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6 h. ago IMO elections: Why FG’s maritime policies may brighten Nigeria’s chances — Stakeholders

Tribune Online IMO elections: Why FG’s maritime policies may brighten Nigeria’s chances — Stakeholders Stakeholders in the Nigerian maritime industry have said that the commendations of various maritime policies of the Federal Government by the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez might help Nigeria win election into the Council seats of the apex maritime body come end of the year. Recall that the IMO Secretary-General, during […] IMO elections: Why FG’s maritime policies may brighten Nigeria’s chances — Stakeholders Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Federal Government Disburses ₦297bn To 15m Families, Targets More Jobs, Cheaper Food

The Federal Government has said that a total of ₦297 billion has been disbursed to about 15 million households across the country under its expanded Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme, as part of ongoing efforts to cushion the effects of economic hardship and promote inclusive growth. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and […]

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10 h. ago FG urges immigration officers to uphold excellence, transparency in service delivery

The federal government has charged officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to deliver exceptional and transparent services to Nigerians read more FG urges immigration officers to uphold excellence, transparency in service delivery

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11 h. ago Nigeria has 6.7m IDPs, 142,000 refugees, asylum seekers — FG

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has revealed that Nigeria currently has 6.7 million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), 142,000 refugees and asylum seekers, and 24,000 documented returnees from Cameroon, Libya, etc. Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Tanko Sununu, disclosed this at the 76th session of the Executive Committee (EXCOM) meeting […] The post Nigeria has 6.7m IDPs, 142,000 refugees, asylum seekers — FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Senate resolves to invite Defence Minister, Army Chief, IGP over recent attacks

Demands military base in Kwara South From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate on Wednesday, October 8, resolved to summon the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to explain the rising wave of insecurity across parts of the country. This is […] The post Senate resolves to invite Defence Minister, Army Chief, IGP over recent attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Reforms are aimed at lifting Nigerians out of poverty – Edun

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government has said that its major goal in the various reform programmes is aimed at lifting Nigerians out of poverty in their millions. Declaring the #31st Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) closed in Abuja, Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun stated that the overall […] The post Reforms are aimed at lifting Nigerians out of poverty – Edun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Insecurity: Senate Asks Federal Government To Establish Military Base In Kwara South

The Senate has called on the federal government to establish a permanent military base in Kwara South to tackle rising insecurity in the region. The resolution followed a motion of urgent national importance sponsored by Senator Ashiru Oyelola (Kwara South) during Wednesday’s plenary. Oyelola said bandit attacks, kidnappings, and killings have reached “alarming levels” in […]

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15 h. ago Insecurity: Senate decries killings, seeks permanent military base in Kwara South

Tribune Online Insecurity: Senate decries killings, seeks permanent military base in Kwara South He noted that most local security volunteers have been overwhelmed as they “lack adequate equipment, mobility, protection, or insurance, yet continue to... Insecurity: Senate decries killings, seeks permanent military base in Kwara South Tribune Online

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15 h. ago End Killings Of Christians, Protect Their Communities Now, CAN Tells Government

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has issued an urgent call to the federal government, demanding transparent and equitable action to halt the violent attacks targeting Christian communities and bring the perpetrators to justice. The demand was contained in a statement signed by the National President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, on Wednesday, in response […]

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15 h. ago POS transactions: Nigerians weigh in following FG’s restrictions

By Esther Bassey   The Federal Government’s new rules limiting Point-of-Sale (POS) transactions have continued to stir mixed reactions among Nigerians. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently pegged the daily limit for POS operators at ₦1.2 million and ₦100,000 for individuals, explaining that the move is aimed at curbing fraud, money laundering, and other […] The post POS transactions: Nigerians weigh in following FG’s restrictions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago FG urges ASUU to suspend planned strike, reiterates commitment to addressing pending demands

The federal government has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to suspend its planned strike, assuring that read more FG urges ASUU to suspend planned strike, reiterates commitment to addressing pending demands

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18 h. ago Insecurity: Kebbi Rep calls for enhanced rural policing, security facilities

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Amid rising insecurity in Kebbi State, the member representing Birnin Kebbi, Kalgo, and Bunza Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibrahim Mohammed, has called on the Federal Government to strengthen rural policing and improve security infrastructure to protect lives and property. Presenting a motion of urgent national importance on the floor of the House […] The post Insecurity: Kebbi Rep calls for enhanced rural policing, security facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite reforms – World bank

The World Bank Group has announced that despite the reforms of the federal government, which has yielded more revenues for read more 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite reforms – World bank

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22 h. ago Sanusi, Kukah, Peterside, Others Commend Resolution Of Dangote, Oil Union Dispute

A group of prominent Nigerians have commended the federal government, labour unions, and the management of Dangote Refinery for resolving the recent industrial dispute through dialogue. They described the facility as a critical national asset that must be protected in the country’s economic interest. The commendation is contained in a  statement signed by 12 eminent […]

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24 h. ago Tinubu seeks Reps’ approval of $2.34bn external borrowing, $500mln sovereign Sukuk

President Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking the approval of plans by the Federal Government to read more Tinubu seeks Reps’ approval of $2.34bn external borrowing, $500mln sovereign Sukuk

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26 h. ago FG inaugurates education project board, sets N20bn approval threshold to boost transparency

The federal government has established the Ministerial Project Approval Board (MPAB) to enhance accountability, transparency, and infrastructure delivery in the read more FG inaugurates education project board, sets N20bn approval threshold to boost transparency

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28 h. ago Osun LG funds: Supreme Court reserves judgment in suit against AGF

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in a suit filed by Osun State government seeking to restrain the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) from releasing the withheld Local Government funds to the disputed Local Government chairmen elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The apex court deferred […] The post Osun LG funds: Supreme Court reserves judgment in suit against AGF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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