6 h. ago Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change

Tribune Online Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change In a bid to address the global menace of climate change, the Kogi State House of Assembly has commenced a statewide tree planting campaign aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reversing the effects of deforestation. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Umar Yusuf, emphasised the importance of the tree […] Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change Tribune Online

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6 h. ago ‘My Party, Our Party Now Is ADC’, Ihedioha Tells Supporters, Followers

Former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has informed his teeming supporters and followers that he had moved to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after quiting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Addressing the leaders of his grasstoots-based Rebuild Imo Movement (RIM) structure at his Civil Centre residence on Thursday, […]

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10 h. ago Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members

By Lukman Olabiyi The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has called for unity among members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government poll, slated for Saturday, July 12. Meranda made the call following a strategic meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, between […] The post Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation

Tribune Online GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) is set to list its shares on the London Stock Exchange, having revealed plans to raise approximately $100 million through a fully marketed equity offering and transition from its current Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) structure. GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A newly unveiled research report has brought fresh urgency to the call for inclusive climate change governance in Nigeria, particularly in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa States. The study, which highlighted the disproportionate impacts of climate-related shocks on women and persons with disabilities in these states, was commissioned by the UK Government […] The post Climate Change: New research sparks call for inclusive action in Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria’s inflated oil revenue projections linked to legislators’ bogus projects

The long-standing habit of exaggerating oil revenues in Nigeria is used by the National Assembly to cover the bogus constituency read more Nigeria’s inflated oil revenue projections linked to legislators’ bogus projects

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17 h. ago Appointments: Senate lauds ICPC for commitment to fairness, equity

Tribune Online Appointments: Senate lauds ICPC for commitment to fairness, equity "I am very pleased with the level of openness and accountability that ICPC has demonstrated today. It is truly worthy of emulation.” Appointments: Senate lauds ICPC for commitment to fairness, equity Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Jigawa Assembly to pass diversity, equity bill soon — Speaker

Tribune Online Jigawa Assembly to pass diversity, equity bill soon — Speaker "This is a welcome development. We will do the needful as at when due for the benefit of our people who entrusted and mandated us for the job. Jigawa Assembly to pass diversity, equity bill soon — Speaker Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Political crisis: South Korean lawmakers vote to revise martial law rules

Tribune Online Political crisis: South Korean lawmakers vote to revise martial law rules The amendment of the martial law rules on Thursday also bans the military and police from entering the National Assembly without the approval of its speaker. Political crisis: South Korean lawmakers vote to revise martial law rules Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Coalition: Atiku, Mark, Aregbesola, others face fresh crisis at ADC

• Party not for sale, Nwosu scammed them –Kachikwu From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja The much-anticipated coalition masterminded by former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, erstwhile Senate president David Mark, former governors Sule Lamido (Jigawa), Babangida Aliyu (Niger), Sam Egwu (Ebonyi), Aminu Tambuwal (Sokoto) and Liyel Imoke (Cross River), former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party […] The post Coalition: Atiku, Mark, Aregbesola, others face fresh crisis at ADC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Sen Kalu lauds Tinubu, Deputy Speaker for establishing federal institutions in Bende

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Abia-North senator, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has thanked President Bola Tinubu for signing into law the bills establishing the Federal College of Education, Bende, and the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende, both in Abia State. Coming under Order 42 of the Senate Standing Rules to make a personal […] The post Sen Kalu lauds Tinubu, Deputy Speaker for establishing federal institutions in Bende appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty

By Johnson Adebowale The Global Prolife Alliance (GPA) is seeking the attention of the National Assembly (NASS) through Hon. Chike Okafor, chairman, and members, House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, to what it called “biotech sponsorship of terrorism and the assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty.” The GPA made the submission to “expose how certain […] The post GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap

By Doris Obinna  The Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) Nigeria for the Global Fund and the National Assembly have called for urgent domestic funding to cover the gap created by an 11 per cent reduction in the Global Fund‘s allocation to Nigeria, from $970 million to $860 million This call was made on Tuesday in Lagos at the commencement of the three-day CCM Nigeria 70th Annual Retreat […] The post CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Abbas seeks special African parliamentary forum to tackle resource conflicts

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has called for a special African parliamentary forum to address resource conflicts on the African continent. Abbas explained that the parliamentary special forum would monitor regions with resource conflicts and collaborate with regional legislative bodies to collate data, recommend safeguards, and support […] The post Abbas seeks special African parliamentary forum to tackle resource conflicts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Plans underway to reposition Nigeria’s solid mineral sector— Speaker Abbas

Tribune Online Plans underway to reposition Nigeria’s solid mineral sector— Speaker Abbas Poor management of natural resources, open borders, extreme ideologies, and alienation of young people are causing conflicts that threaten lives and institutions Plans underway to reposition Nigeria’s solid mineral sector— Speaker Abbas Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch

Tribune Online Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch "To lose culture is to lose a part of ourselves. But to protect culture, to invest in it, to learn from it and to pass it on is an act of survival. It is resistance. Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch Tribune Online

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43 h. ago Why Jigawa Is Engaging 16,000 Mothers For School Safety And Learning Outcome

There is a popular saying that charity begins at home, emphasizing the crucial role mothers play in instilling moral discipline and ensuring the proper upbringing of children. Mothers have a significant influence in family management and raising children who can contribute meaningfully to both their families and society at large. Involving them in public policy […]

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48 h. ago Africa Unites Against Colonial Legacy As Senate Hosts Diplomatic Forum

In a landmark move to confront the lingering injustices of colonialism and chart a collective path forward, the Nigerian Senate Committee on Reparation and Repatriation hosted a high-level consultative forum with African diplomats. The one-day event held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, brought together envoys from across the continent to deliberate on reparative justice, […]

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48 h. ago Niger Delta Celebrates Chief Wellington Okirika, Honours Enduring Legacy

Prominent Niger Delta leader and political icon Chief (Dr.) Wellington Okirika, CON, the Bolowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, has been celebrated across the region on his birthday, as admirers and community leaders reflect on his enduring contributions to justice, equity, and the development of the Niger Delta. Ambassador Dr Samantha Simeon led the tributes and described […]

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56 h. ago 2027: Join coalition to unseat APC – Atiku, Lamido to PDP members, Nigerians

Nigeria’s former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, and other prominent figures of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have called on party members and Nigerians to join the coalition in the quest to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election. The appeal was made in a communique […] The post 2027: Join coalition to unseat APC – Atiku, Lamido to PDP members, Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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