4 h. ago ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government, on Thursday, launched the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a scheme designed to offer loan opportunities to staff of government-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Surprisingly, some university-based unions, particularly the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), whose members are […] The post ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

Nigeria’s industrial sector has been seen as performing below expectations, posing a substantial threat to the country’s economic growth prospects, read more Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

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5 h. ago TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has expressed commitment to addressing the issue of abandoned and uncompleted projects in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions Echono, an architect, spoke on Thursday at the commissioning ceremony of a world-class International Conference Centre (ICC) at Bayero University, Kano. He disclosed […] The post TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Saving lives on roads: Over 100 NURTW members get HERF training in Abuja

The Sun The Hospital Emergency Response Foundation (HERF), a non-governmental organisation, has facilitated the training of over 100 National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) members in First Responder Stabilisation Techniques in Abuja. This critical training, aimed at preventing unnecessary road deaths by saving accident victims’ lives through emergency response skills, was conducted with technical […] The post Saving lives on roads: Over 100 NURTW members get HERF training in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Gov AbdulRazaq Urges Journalists To Prioritise National Interest

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has enjoined journalists in the country to prioritise national interest in their reportage to help build a better society. AbdulRazaq made the appeal at the grand finale of the 2025 Press Week of Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ilorin, the state capital. Represented by his […]

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9 h. ago Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness

The eyewitness said he sat directly beside Comfort Emmanson on the Uyo-Lagos flight and saw “everything that transpired” on the aircraft. The post Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the break of dawn, Jabi Lake in Abuja usually awakens with a lively pulse. By 6 a.m., the once quiet space transforms into a buzzing hub where joggers chase their daily goal of 10,000 steps, vendors set up small stalls, and families share quality time. For many, this place isn’t […] The post Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden

Tribune Online Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden A letter from the first lady's lawyers and addressed to an attorney for Hunter Biden demands he retract the claim and apologise, or face legal action.... Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Obasanjo Library Demands ₦3.5bn Damages From EFCC Over Hotel Invasion

The management threatens to seek legal redress if these demands are not met within the next seven days, starting from August 13, 2025. The post Obasanjo Library Demands ₦3.5bn Damages From EFCC Over Hotel Invasion appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago 70% Of Refined Petrol Importation Puts Africa At Risk – ARDA

The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) has decried Africa’s continuous importation of over 70 per cent of its refined petroleum products, a development that threatens the continent’s energy sufficiency. The group urged oil-producing nations to prioritise adding value to oil production by refining the products. The continent, it said, relies on Europe and other […]

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13 h. ago $250bn African Pensions Fund To Address Gap In Oil & Gas Sector

The critical funding challenges facing oil and gas companies in Africa can be partially offset if the continent’s $250 billion pension fund assets are deployed to finance essential oil and gas projects. African leaders have also been urged to recapitalise the region’s over 1,000 financial institutions and national development banks to ensure their funds are […]

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15 h. ago Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain

Tribune Online Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain PVAC has commended the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRD) for convening a critical engagement on the healthcare sector, Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Introduction of railway technology and administration in our tertiary schools curriculum received a boost recently when Management of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) with five tertiary institutions on technology transfer and training. The five tertiary institutions that joined the pioneering ones are Yaba Colleege of Technology, Lagos, […] The post Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

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24 h. ago FG freezes creation of new federal tertiary institutions for seven years

The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved a seven-year ban on establishing new federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, read more FG freezes creation of new federal tertiary institutions for seven years

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29 h. ago Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State government has commenced the full-scale reconstruction of the Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) to bring it up to international standards, following the formal transfer of ownership from the Federal Government. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility in Kaduna on Wednesday, Commissioner of Information-Designate, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the […] The post Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

The Federal Executive Council FEC approved a seven year moratorium for the establishment of new tertiary institutions. Tunji Alausa, the read more FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

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31 h. ago JAMB: Over 500 exceptional underage students to be screened for admissions

A special screening exercise for over 500 outstanding candidates below the age of 16 seeking admission into tertiary institutions for the 2025/2026 academic session will be conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). According to an announcement made by JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the screening will take place from September 22 to […] The post JAMB: Over 500 exceptional underage students to be screened for admissions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Myanmar Air Strike On Stranded Convoy Kills Eight — Residents

Two local residents in the central Sagaing region, near the second biggest city of Mandalay, said air strikes hit a stationary convoy of trucks on Monday which had been stranded by nearby fighting. The post Myanmar Air Strike On Stranded Convoy Kills Eight — Residents appeared first on Channels Television.

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35 h. ago FCT NUJ Chair Hails Abimbola’s Appointment As FRCN Lagos Bureau Chief, Deputy Director

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has congratulated Dr. Abimbola Oyetunde on her appointment as Bureau Chief for the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Network News Annex in Lagos and Deputy Director of News. In a statement on Wednesday, Ike described the appointment as “remarkable” and […]

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