75 m. ago Bamidele Calls For Strategic Investments In Education To Produce Billionaires

The leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has called on governments at all levels, corporate organiaations and philanthropists to invest more strategically in education to produce global billionaires and brands. Bamidele, currently representing Ekiti Central, highlighted how developed and emerging nations in Asia, Europe and North America leveraged education as a veritable tool of […]

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1 hour 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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1 hour ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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1 hour ago Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that he removed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to accelerate development and address infrastructure challenges. The President explained that the TSA system was restricting financial flexibility, delaying critical infrastructure projects, and needed to be reviewed for greater impact and progress. By exempting the […] The post Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his contributions to infrastructural development in Abuja Despite being a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike has played a crucial role in implementing key development projects in the capital city. His collaboration with the APC-led administration […] The post Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Uninsured Heritage Bank depositors to receive first payout – NDIC

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced that the first tranche of liquidation dividends for uninsured depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank will be declared in April 2025. The disclosure was made in a press statement released by the Acting Head of Communication & Public Affairs, NDIC, Hawwau Gambo, on Sunday. According to the statement, Read More

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4 h. ago Parliamentary govt: Reps propose election of President from Senate

• House to produce PM From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives is proposing that the President should be elected from the Senate and the Prime Minister from the House, if the bills to return the country to parliamentary system of government are passed into law. The proposals also include the appointment of ministers […] The post Parliamentary govt: Reps propose election of President from Senate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Disregard rumour, Osun safe, peaceful, govt tells holidaymakers

The Osun State Government has reassured holidaymakers that the state is safe and peaceful, despite recent social media claims to the contrary.  The government urged visitors to disregard rumours and explore the state during their stay. The reassurances come in the wake of recent communal clashes in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun communities that resulted Read More

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5 h. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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9 h. ago World Bank approves $500m loan to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to Nigeria to support the country’s Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus Program. read more World Bank approves $500m loan to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

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10 h. ago NDIC clarifies delays in reimbursing uninsured depositors of defunct Heritage bank 

…Corporation says physical assets disposal, debt recovery nearing completion …first tranche of liquidation dividends expected in April The Nigeria Deposit read more NDIC clarifies delays in reimbursing uninsured depositors of defunct Heritage bank 

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13 h. ago Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots

Tribune Online Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots The Commissioner said the issuance of the ultimatum became expedient so as to discourage land speculations within the housing estate. Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast

Call for Kanu’s release From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU) has unveiled a tripartite security strategy aimed at addressing the lingering insecurity in the Southeast. The organisation emphasised the need for a sustainable and inclusive approach to resolving the crisis in the area and fostering regional development. In a statement […] The post Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Heritage Bank liquidation: NDIC to commence dividend payments April

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced that the first tranche of liquidation dividends for uninsured depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank will be declared in April 2025. The disclosure was made in a press statement released by the Acting Head of Communication & Public Affairs, NDIC, Hawwau Gambo, on Sunday. According to the statement, Read More

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13 h. ago Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum

Tribune Online Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum The Ekiti State Commissioner for Youth Development, Gold Adesola Adedayo, has been elected Chairman of the Nigerian Youth Commissioners' Forum (NYCF). Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project

From Lukman Olabiyi The landowners in Nsulu, Isialangwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, host to the proposed Abia Airport, have accused the state government of violating a court order which restrained it from taking further action on the project pending the hearing and determination of the suit filed by Nsulu landowners. The landowners […] The post Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago TETFund to launch 18 new innovation hubs in tertiary institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced plans to establish 18 new innovation hubs across tertiary institutions to strengthen Nigeria’s research and innovation. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this at the closing ceremony of the 30th Cohort of the Research for Impact (R4i) initiative, held at Innov8 Technology […] The post TETFund to launch 18 new innovation hubs in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list

Tribune Online Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list Femi Otedola, the chairman of First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Holdings Plc, secured the joint 16th position with a net worth of $1.5 billion. Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Seplat Energy fuels passion at 6th Orodje of Okpe Golf tournament

Seplat Energy, an indigenous energy company, reaffirmed its commitment to sports development as the headline sponsor of the 6th edition read more Seplat Energy fuels passion at 6th Orodje of Okpe Golf tournament

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16 h. ago Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has secured a 12 billion Japanese Yen loan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to boost food production under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme and Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP). Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, in a statement at the weekend by the Chief Information Officer, Eremah […] The post Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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