8 m. ago FULL LIST: Tinubu gives 19 APC state chairmen, spokesman, others board appointments

President Bola Tinubu has appointed the National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Felix Morka, as the Board Chairman of the Nigerian Television Authority. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. The statement also said the President approved Read More

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8 m. ago Kwara aviation college graduates 19 pilots, gov hails milestone

The International Aviation College, Ilorin, Kwara State, graduated 19 student pilots on Friday, including 10 enrollees from the Nigerian Army, the highest in the history of the training school. Speaking at the graduation in Ilorin, Kwara State, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, called for sustained perseverance, discipline, and team building among pilots. “It’s been six months of Read More

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12 m. ago Pray for Tinubu’s leadership, Shettima urges Nigerians at close of Tafsir

Tribune Online Pray for Tinubu’s leadership, Shettima urges Nigerians at close of Tafsir Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to continue to pray for the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, as well as for peace, stability, and progress in Nigeria as the Ramadan period comes to a close. Pray for Tinubu’s leadership, Shettima urges Nigerians at close of Tafsir Tribune Online

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68 m. ago GTCO profit surpasses N1tn, declares N7.03 per share final dividend

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has reported a profit before tax of N1.27 trillion for the 2024 financial year, representing a 107.8 per cent increase from N609.31 billion posted in 2023. The Group, in its audited financial statement released on the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Friday, also disclosed a profit after tax of N1.02 trillion, Read More

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94 m. ago “Don’t Be Scared When You See Our Officers In Uniform, We’re Meant To Protect You” – Military Tells Nigerians

Nigeria Army has insisted that its priority will continue to focus on protection of lives and properties of all Nigerians. Speaking during a program via Channels Television on Friday, Chief of Defence Civil-Military Relations at the Defence Headquarters, Rear Admiral Olusanya Bankole, noted that people should not be scared of military men in uniforms. He […] The post “Don’t Be Scared When You See Our Officers In Uniform, We’re Meant To Protect You” – Military Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria to save $400bn annually by abolishing war risk insurance – NIMASA

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency says Nigeria paid over $1.5 billion in war risk insurance premiums to international insurers in the past three years. In a statement on Friday, NIMASA’s head of public relations, Osagie Edward, said the impact of WRI premiums on the economy is staggering. War risk insurance covers losses and Read More

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3 h. ago Ajaero accuses FG of betraying workers, condemns unjust taxation

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has condemned the government’s handling of economic policies, accusing it of betraying workers through unjust taxation, tariff hikes, and failure to honour agreements. Speaking at the 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria in Lagos on Friday, Ajaero warned that Nigerian workers Read More

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3 h. ago Defence chief to Nigerians: Uniform men are to protect you, don’t fear them

Tribune Online Defence chief to Nigerians: Uniform men are to protect you, don’t fear them People should not feel scared when they see people in uniform; the men in uniform are meant to protect you. Defence chief to Nigerians: Uniform men are to protect you, don’t fear them Tribune Online

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3 h. ago N4trn Debt: NDPHC Seeks Presidential Intervention Over Ongoing Projects

The Nigerian National Power Holding Company (NDPHC) is seeking presidential intervention to address the crippling N4 trillion debt owed to electricity Generation Companies (GenCos). This is in order to ease the funding challenges for ongoing projects in the power sector. The company also said that the Egbema Power Station, with a capacity of approximately 375 […]

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3 h. ago YEIDEP: Keystone Bank Lauds Federal Gov’t, Minister For Empowering Nigerian Youths

Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria. The bank expressed its appreciation at a solidarity dinner held in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) […]

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4 h. ago Beware of scammers, Bauchi hospital warns, says laptop contract fraudulent

The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, has disclaimed a fraudulent procurement contract. The hospital’s Head of Public Relations Unit, Usman Koli, made the disclaimer in a statement issued on Friday. He said, “ATBUTH Bauchi wishes to alert the general public about fraudulent activities perpetrated by individuals impersonating the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Professor Read More

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4 h. ago Aero Contractors becomes first airline to pay sanctions under NCAA’s regulations

By Chinelo Obogo Aero Contractors has become the first airline to remit a sanction fee imposed by the Consumer Protection Department of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), marking a historic enforcement of passenger rights regulations. The payment, announced today by the NCAA, represents the first time the department has successfully recovered costs for consumer […] The post Aero Contractors becomes first airline to pay sanctions under NCAA’s regulations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student

Omoyele Sowore, a Nigerian journalist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has praised Delta State nursing students for mocking First Lady Oluremi Tinubu in a TikTok video. Sowore commended the students’ bravery, saying they deserve celebration for exercising their freedom of expression. He also vowed to provide legal support for Osato […] The post “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions

Tribune Online Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions In a swift response to the protest staged by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) yesterday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, NANS has finally met with the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Ondo protest: NANS meets Aiyedatiwa, clarifies misconceptions Tribune Online

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6 h. ago AOT issues bench warrant for Aero Contractors MD over advertising violations

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Advertising Offences Tribunal (AOT) has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Captain Ado Sanusi, Managing Director of Aero Contractors Company of Nigeria Limited, for repeatedly failing to appear before the tribunal in an ongoing case involving alleged violations of Nigerian advertising laws. The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) […] The post AOT issues bench warrant for Aero Contractors MD over advertising violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2025 Hajj: NAHCON’s delegation assesses Saudi service providers’ readiness

Tribune Online 2025 Hajj: NAHCON’s delegation assesses Saudi service providers’ readiness As preparations intensify for the 2025 Hajj operation, the Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has led an official delegation to assess the preparedness of key Saudi Arabian service providers responsible for Nigerian pilgrims’ welfare during their sacred journey. 2025 Hajj: NAHCON’s delegation assesses Saudi service providers’ readiness Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Nigerian investments in Francophone Africa: Opportunities and challenges

The FCFA monetary zone consists of 14 countries with a market of 160 million people and a fixed exchange rate read more Nigerian investments in Francophone Africa: Opportunities and challenges

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8 h. ago Complete cash transfers to vulnerable Nigerians, IMF tells FG

The International Monetary Fund has called on the Federal Government to expedite the completion of its cash transfer programme to support vulnerable households, describing it as a crucial priority in the face of ongoing economic reforms. The Director of the IMF’s Communications Department, Julie Kozack, made the call during a press briefing on Thursday. She Read More

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8 h. ago Bayelsa gov warns of threat to peace, Wike’s aide dismisses claim

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has raised concerns over an alleged plot to destabilise the peace of the state, warning that the government will not tolerate any act of political violence. However, the Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory on Public Communication and New Media, Lere Olayinka, has dismissed Read More

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8 h. ago FG, others strengthen cold chain infrastructure to boost food security

The Nigerian, German government and the private sector have come together to strengthen the cold chain infrastructure in a move read more FG, others strengthen cold chain infrastructure to boost food security

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