3 h. ago Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and tolerance as key pillars for national progress, drawing from the lessons of Ramadan. He also called on everyone to support the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, assuring that short-term difficulties would yield long-term benefits for the country. According to […] The post Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FG withdraws allocation of 1,357 housing units over default payment

The Federal Government has revoked the provisional allocation of houses under the National Housing Programme for 1,357 beneficiaries across 33 states due to failure to complete outright payment within the stipulated timeframe. The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development confirmed the revocation in an official statement on Tuesday, citing non-compliance with the 90-day payment Read More

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9 h. ago I never believed in Obaseki’s leadership before 2016 – Shaibu

Former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has disclosed that he never had faith in ex- Governor Godwin Obaseki’s leadership even before they both assumed office on November 12, 2016. Shaibu made this revelation on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television’s Political Paradigm programme, where he spoke about his reservations regarding Obaseki’s leadership capabilities. Read More

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11 h. ago Security agencies will determine whether or not to arrest Natasha – Kogi Commissioner

By John Ogunsemore The Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, said Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, should be questioned by security agencies for flouting Governor Usman Ododo’s ban on processions in the state. Fanwo said this during an appearance on Channels TV‘s “Politics Today” programme on Tuesday. However, the commissioner said only the […] The post Security agencies will determine whether or not to arrest Natasha – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ramadan: Stanel World Hosts Muslim Faithful To Iftar In Niger Community

As part of its annual gestures, Stanel World in Suleja, Niger State, has identified with Muslim faithful with the distribution of over 10,000 loaves of bread to break Ramadan fast with at the weekend. The household brand is a subsidiary of Stanel Group of Companies that has replicated its brands across the country. The week-long […]

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16 h. ago Jim Iyke Faces Setback As YouTube Deletes His Movie ‘Light In The Dark,’ Calls For Support

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has raised an alarm after YouTube removed the original version of his movie ‘Light in the Dark’ from his channel, JIMIYKE TV. In a post on Instagram on Monday, the actor revealed that the platform deemed one of the scenes inappropriate based on feedback received. Despite the setback, he assured fans […] The post Jim Iyke Faces Setback As YouTube Deletes His Movie ‘Light In The Dark,’ Calls For Support appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Delta Govt Addressing Youth Employment With Tech In Agro Business – Peterson 

The special adviser to the Delta State Governor, Hon. Donald Peterson, has said the state government is making significant efforts to transform agriculture through innovative agribusiness initiatives. In a chat with LEADERSHIP, Peterson said the Deltapreneur programme, an initiative of the Delta State government which entails agropreneurship and techpreneurship, aims to tackle unemployment and underemployment in the state. Peterson highlighted the importance of hydroponic […]

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31 h. ago Crescent varsity nursing students bag multiple certifications

Nursing students of Crescent University, Abeokuta, have achieved three professional certifications namely Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife and Public Health Nursing in the space of their five-year Bachelor of Nursing programme. The students in the 400 and 500 levels presented for the 2025 RM examination also scored one hundred per cent. Head of Department of Nursing, Read More

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31 h. ago Why we splashed N70bn on TVET programme – TETFUND boss, Echono

The Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund, Sonny Echono, highlights TETFUND’s massive investments in research and development and the plan to make the nation an ICT hub, in this interview with ADELANI ADEPEGBA and LARA ADEJORO TETFUND is heavily funding research across the universities. Can you share with us the fruits of your investment in Read More

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34 h. ago Application for National Poverty Eradication Programme NAPEP Recruitment 2025

We wish to inform the general public that the NAPEP recruitment portal 2025 is currently open for registration. The National Poverty Eradication Programme invites interested and qualified persons who are looking to land their entry role in the corporate world to submit an application. Applications for the National Poverty Eradication Programme NAPEP is ongoing. We Read More

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49 h. ago Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies

Tribune Online Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies NIGERIAN banks are increasingly relying on costly short-term commercial papers (CPs) to address liquidity challenges as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) enforces stringent cash reserve policies, driving up deposit costs, Bloomberg reports. Access Holdings Plc, Nigeria’s largest bank by assets, the Providus Bank Limited N100.00 billion Commercial Paper Programme registration of the NOVA Merchant […] Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies Tribune Online

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52 h. ago “Rededicate Yourselves To National Peace, Prayers For The Country” – APC Tells Nigeria Muslims

Ruling All Progressives Congress has tasked Nigeria Muslims to pray and rededicate themselves to national peace and development in the country. In a statement on Sunday APC’s  National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka commended Muslim faithful for their devotion during Ramadan, including prayers, sacrifice, charity, and dedication to peace and unity. APC said: “The All Progressives […] The post “Rededicate Yourselves To National Peace, Prayers For The Country” – APC Tells Nigeria Muslims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 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 […]

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62 h. ago Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence

Tribune Online Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday assured Muslims in the state that his administration will continue to promote policies and programmes that foster peace and unity among people of all faiths. Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence Tribune Online

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67 h. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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3 d. ago USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts

Tribune Online USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts HEALTH experts are warning that Nigeria’s development sector may experience significant disruptions as the U.S. moves to dissolve USAID and integrate its operations into the State Department. This shift has raised concerns about the future of aid programs in the country. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, […] USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Ramadan: Seyi Tinubu urges youth empowerment, national unity in Lagos

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, hosted Lagos youths and key stakeholders at an Iftar dinner, fostering dialogue and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of daily fasting during Ramadan, served as an avenue for Tinubu to engage with young people and political leaders, Read More

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3 d. ago BREAKING: Sultan confirms moon sighting, declares Sunday Eid

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has announced that the crescent moon marking the end of Ramadan has been sighted in Nigeria, confirming that Eid-el-Fitr will be observed on Sunday, March 30, 2025. The announcement, made on Saturday night, follows reports of moon sightings from various locations across the country. “With the sighting Read More

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3 d. ago U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

The United States government has introduced a new immigration programme, selling 1,000 ‘Gold Cards’ at $5 million each, generating $5 read more U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

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3 d. ago JUST IN: Moon has not been sighted in Nigeria, fasting may continue – Sultan of Sokoto

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, under the leadership of His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alh. Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has declared that fasting may continue on Sunday because Nigeria has not sighted the moon, indicating the end of the month of Ramadan. NSCIA made this known in a statement signed by the Secretary-General, Read More

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