76 m. ago Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide

Tribune Online Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Nigeria’s push for industrial development has been tragically undermined by decades of systemic failure, institutional decay, and the abandonment of over 11,000 government projects between 1971 and 2011, according to Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Industrialisation at the African Development Bank (AfDB). Delivering a keynote address at the 55th Anniversary […] Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Tribune Online

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99 m. ago Dangote reveals N750bn CNG truck investment for petrol distribution

Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it has committed over N720 billion toward the deployment of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks intended for the nationwide distribution of petroleum products. The project, according to company estimate, may result in cost savings exceeding N1.7 trillion annually for Nigerians. The company noted that the initiative will take on fuel […] The post Dangote reveals N750bn CNG truck investment for petrol distribution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months

Tribune Online Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday announced a significant milestone in its operations, recording a revenue collection of ₦1.38 trillion in... Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months Tribune Online

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2 h. ago First Lady Tinubu donates N1 billion to victims of Plateau violence

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged the people of Plateau State to cease hostilities and foster peaceful coexistence. She vowed never to visit the state again on a sympathy visit due to what she described as unnecessary killings. Speaking when she and her Renewed Hope Initiative team visited […] The post First Lady Tinubu donates N1 billion to victims of Plateau violence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ogun: Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of cannabis concealed in truck

Hands over drugs, driver to NDLEA From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Operatives of the Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service have intercepted and seized 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa, otherwise known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border into the country. Briefing newsmen on the seizure on Thursday at the NCS Sentry […] The post Ogun: Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of cannabis concealed in truck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 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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5 h. ago Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

Bloomwit, a fast-growing writing academy headquartered in Nigeria, has launched a new digital learning platform aimed at addressing what it read more Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

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5 h. ago Dare: ADC’s motive pure greed, no intention to address injustice

Says coalition has no Similarities with APC’s 2013 merger   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has dismissed comparisons between the new opposition coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the 2013 merger that formed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He […] The post Dare: ADC’s motive pure greed, no intention to address injustice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NCAA Names Max Air ‘Most Unresponsive Domestic Airline’ To Passenger Complaints

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has called out Max Air as the ‘most unresponsive domestic airline’ in the country regarding passenger complaints, according to fresh data from its Consumer Protection Department (CPD). NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, made the disclosure in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, […]

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5 h. ago Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector

From John Bassey, Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has highlighted the benefits of solar energy and his government’s commitment to harnessing solar energy for mini-grids and autonomous power systems in the state. The Governor disclosed this at a roundtable meeting with officials of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) held in Abuja, where a […] The post Zamfara, REA sign MoU on harnessing solar energy in power sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa worth N172m in Ogun

Tribune Online Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa worth N172m in Ogun "inspection revealed that several parcels of Cannabis Sativa, commonly known as marijuana, had been ingeniously concealed within... Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa worth N172m in Ogun Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Despite 187,194 Fresh Installations In Q1, 53.02% Electricity Customers Still Unmetered

Despite a fresh installation of 187,194 meters in first quarter of 2025 alone, 53.02 per cent of registered electricity customers are still without meters, latest report from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has shown. This is as Distribution Companies (DisCos) resolved only 1,554 out of 4,169 complaints escalated to the NERC-CCU, yielding a resolution […]

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12 h. ago Nigerians Have Changed Attitude To Stress Management– Consultant

A United Kingdom-based biomedical scientist and global stress management consultant, Dr Emmanuel Akpe, has said that Nigerians have recently changed their attitude towards stress management. According to Dr Akpe, who is building a global stress management movement, he is not just addressing stress; he is redefining it with a unique blend of medical science and […]

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13 h. ago The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

In the grand theatre of Nigerian federalism, few performances are as revealing as the quarterly distribution of value-added tax revenues. read more The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

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13 h. ago Customs controller hails Adeniyi’s leadership, WCO council election

By Lukman Olabiyi The Customs Area Controller of the Seme Area Command, Benedict Oramalugo, has lauded the leadership qualities of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, describing his administration as transformative and focused on operational excellence. Oramalugo made the remarks during a  visit to the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, at his […] The post Customs controller hails Adeniyi’s leadership, WCO council election appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC

From Abel Leonard, Lafia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Nasarawa State, which was intended to celebrate infrastructural milestones, has instead opened a new chapter in the state’s political narrative, Daily Sun’s investigation reveals. A remark made by the president during his address—that he would support any gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Governor Abdullahi Sule—has […] The post Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Tackling the power sector liquidity crisis: Beyond bailouts, a market

It is no longer news that the federal government owes the generation companies (GenCos) approximately ₦4 trillion for electricity generated read more Tackling the power sector liquidity crisis: Beyond bailouts, a market-wide approach

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14 h. ago Entrepreneur laments influx of substandard gadgets into Nigerian markets

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha An Entrepreneur and Fintech specialist, Mr Linus Ifejika has decried the negative trend and influx of substandard electrical and electronic products into the Nigerian market. Ifejika, Chief Executive Officer of B-Lord Group said even in faraway China, manufacturers have identified Nigeria as one of the countries where they can dump their […] The post Entrepreneur laments influx of substandard gadgets into Nigerian markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi

Tribune Online Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi In this interaction with the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, at the launch of ECOWAS SIGMAT connectivity and the commissioning of some welfare facilities at the Seme Custom Command recently, he shares insights into his philosophy of leadership and unwavering commitment to trade facilitation and national development. TOLA ADENUBI brings the excerpts. You recently launched […] Under my watch, Customs provides equal opportunities to everybody —Adeniyi Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Nigeria would have been greater with four more years of Goodluck Jonathan

Tribune Online Nigeria would have been greater with four more years of Goodluck Jonathan By Abubakar U. Jibia AFTER politics comes leadership. It is customary that leaders, no matter how unacceptable they may be to the people they govern, always strive to leave a mark in the lives of the masses by which they can be remembered for. However, the ability to impress an indelible mark in the lives […] Nigeria would have been greater with four more years of Goodluck Jonathan Tribune Online

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