14 m. ago Election cases: APC accounts seized over N8.9bn debts, says Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Wednesday, sought a bailout for the ruling party over N8.9bn election debts. Ganduje revealed that the party’s accounts had been garnisheed following the huge debt resulting from the cases filed by the opposition parties to challenge the elections of President Bola Tinubu, APC Read More

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14 m. ago Afenifere: Adebanjo’s faction rules out reuniting with Fasoranti’s camp

The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, loyal to the leadership of late Chief Ayo Adebanjo has ruled out reuniting with the Chief Reuben Fasoranti-led camp following Adebanjo’s demise. Afenifere had been divided along the lines of Chief Reuben Fasoranti and the late Chief Adebanjo in the lead-up to the 2023 general elections. While Adebanjo supported Labour Read More

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20 m. ago NAFDAC Sensitises Stakeholders On New Apps To Detect Fake Medicines

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has urged the public and stakeholders to utilise its newly deployed technologies to verify the genuinity of products, especially medicines, to curb rampant counterfeit and fake medical products. Speaking during a two-day sensitisation workshop for stakeholders on Wednesday in Kano, NAFDAC Director-General Prof. Mojisola […]

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25 m. ago Understanding Reintroduction Of International Cargo Tracking Note

One of the biggest challenges facing Nigeria’s maritime sector is the annual loss of billions in uncollected tariffs due to fraudulent cargo declarations. Nigeria’s ports handle millions of metric tons of cargo annually, yet poor tracking mechanisms and loopholes in the supply chain result in significant revenue losses and security risks. It’s no more news […]

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28 m. ago TETFUND’s Giant Strides: Advancing Tinubu’s Vision For A Renewed Education Sector

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has been at the forefront of driving educational reforms in Nigeria, playing a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s tertiary education landscape. By focusing on improving infrastructure, funding research, enhancing academic development, and promoting innovation, TETFUND is contributing to the realisation of President Bola Tinubu’s vision of transforming Nigeria’s […]

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33 m. ago Niger Delta Task Force Pledges To Stabilise Downstream Operations 

A Niger Delta anti-pipeline vandalisation group, the Anti-Pipeline Vandalisation/Oil Theft & Illegal Bunkering Task Force, has commended the executive vice president of Downstream at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Isiyaku Abdullahi, over ongoing reforms, performance and successes recorded in the downstream of the oil and gas sector. According to the task force, the […]

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44 m. ago ASUU ABU Disburses N4.4m Scholarship To 22 Indigent Students

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Ahmadu Bello University Zaria branch has disbursed an N4.4 million scholarship to 22 indigent students studying various courses. Comrade Haruna M. Jibril, ASUU chairman, stated this during the Yusuf Bala Usman Hall St Main Campus Samaru scholarship award ceremony. He said the scholarship for indigent students is initiated […]

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74 m. ago Unstable electricity hindering industrialisation in Nigeria – Dangote

The President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has hinged Nigeria’s industrialisation challenges on unstable electricity. Dangote said running a business abroad is 30 per cent cheaper than running the same business in Nigeria and other African countries due to stable electricity supply in developed countries. Africa’s richest man stated this recently while hosting Read More

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84 m. ago Industrial Court Declines Injunction On AG Process, Sets March 25 For Hearing

The Industrial Court of Nigeria, sitting in Abuja, has declined the interlocutory injunction brought before it to halt the process for the appointment of a new Accountant General of the Federation until the main case is determined. Justice Rekiya Haastrup of the Industrial Court, while declining the injunction, said many of the issues in the […]

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96 m. ago Tax Reform Bills: Sharia Council, FCT Imams, Kano Govt, Yadudu Reject VAT Rise, Others

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria, Committee of FCT Imams Initiative, Kano State Government, and former Presidential Adviser Professor Auwalu Yadudu have raised concern about the proposed law on inheritance, saying it will infringe on the religious rights of Christians and Muslims. The stakeholders disclosed this on Wednesday during their various presentations at the […]

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99 m. ago 2027 PRESIDENTIAL TICKET APC Shuts Out Others, Endorses Tinubu

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has shut the door against other prospective aspirants for the party’s 2027 presidential ticket. At its National Executive Committee (NEC), the party’s highest decision-making body, the party passed a vote of confidence in President Tinubu and endorsed him for a second term. The NEC equally passed a vote of confidence […]

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4 h. ago Umahi laments cost of cement, urges reduction to N7,000 per bag

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has lamented the skyrocketing price of cement, stating that it has had a significant negative effect on ongoing infrastructure projects across the country. The minister also appealed to cement manufacturers to reduce the price from N9,500 to N7,000, urging that such a decrease would facilitate the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s Read More

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4 h. ago Tinubu Condoles Aso Rock Villa Chief Imam Over Mother’s Demise

President Bola Tinubu has offered his heartfelt condolences to the Chief Imam of the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Sheikh Abdulwahid Sulaiman, on the passing of his mother, Hajiya Fatima Abubakar Sulaiman. Hajiya Fatima departed at 101 in Kaduna on Monday and left a remarkable legacy of faith, family devotion, and unwavering commitment to community service. […]

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6 h. ago Insecurity: Expert urges community participation, teamwork among security agents 

Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Habu Sani, has stressed the need for community involvement and inter-agency cooperation as key strategies for addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. Speaking to journalists in Sokoto on Wednesday, Sani commended the Sokoto State Government for its support of security agencies, particularly in the provision of operational vehicles and logistics. He Read More

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6 h. ago Uwaleke calls for NNPCL’s capital market listing to drive economic growth

Uche Uwaleke, Nigeria’s first Professor of Capital Market, has urged Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to take a bold read more Uwaleke calls for NNPCL’s capital market listing to drive economic growth

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6 h. ago NAF senior officers charged on enhancing drone warfare, AI, electromagnetic capabilities

Tribune Online NAF senior officers charged on enhancing drone warfare, AI, electromagnetic capabilities The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has charged senior officers of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to embrace innovation, strategic foresight, and decisive leadership as the Service sets its course for 2025. Speaking at the First Quarter Meeting with Branch Chiefs, Air Officers Commanding (AOCs), and Commandants, in Abuja on […] NAF senior officers charged on enhancing drone warfare, AI, electromagnetic capabilities Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Police Deploy Tactical Team To Rescue Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) to rescue Eniola Ojajuni, the abducted Afenifere youth leader. This move follows a concerted effort by the police to tackle insecurity and organized crime across the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, cautioned against spreading unverified […] The post Police Deploy Tactical Team To Rescue Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan

In a move aimed at easing the financial burden on Nigerians, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has disclosed a significant reduction in the ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. The new price of N825 per litre, revealed on Wednesday, marks the second reduction in February 2025. According to Esan Sunday, head of […] The post Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash

Tribune Online Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash Some opined that the reduction would most likely not directly impact the lives of average Nigerians, arguing that transportation fares would not see corresponding deductions. Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima

Tribune Online Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima, has underscored the significance of the nation’s capital market, describing it as the country’s ticket to economic stability. He stated this at the 50th inaugural lecture of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, on Wednesday, where he was represented by the Minister of […] Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima Tribune Online

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