8 h. ago Nigeria Unveils Certification Scheme To Boost Environmental Standards

The federal government has launched the Environmental Standards Certification Scheme — a first-of-its-kind initiative in Sub-Saharan Africa to professionalise environmental management and enhance institutional capacity. The aim is to strengthen environmental governance and elevate Nigeria’s global standing in sustainable development. At the unveiling ceremony in Abuja, minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, described the launch as […]

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18 h. ago Terrorism: FG’s witness testifies privately as trial of IPOB leader Kanu begins

The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the Biafra nation agitator, on terrorism charges brought by the federal government, began on Tuesday read more Terrorism: FG’s witness testifies privately as trial of IPOB leader Kanu begins

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22 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu: Court Grants FG’s Request To Hide Witnesses’ Identities, Allows Them Testify Behind Closed Doors Over Security Fears

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the federal government permission to shield its witnesses in the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), facing terrorism charges. The government argued that the identities of the witnesses should be protected for security reasons, as the case […] The post Nnamdi Kanu: Court Grants FG’s Request To Hide Witnesses’ Identities, Allows Them Testify Behind Closed Doors Over Security Fears appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigeria set to reduce test kit imports as Codix unveils new factory

By Doris Obinna   Codix Pharma is set to significantly reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported medical test materials with the upcoming launch of its second In-Vitro diagnostics manufacturing factory.  The facility, known as Codix Bio Limited, is scheduled to be inaugurated on May 9, 2025, in Sagamu, Ogun State. According to Chief Operating Officer of […] The post Nigeria set to reduce test kit imports as Codix unveils new factory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu: Witnesses to testify behind camera in terrorism trial

The terrorism trial involving the proscribed leader of the Independent People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has taken a unique turn as witnesses are set to testify behind camera. The development comes after a request by the Federal Government, represented by counsel Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN). After hearing the request, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal […] The post Nnamdi Kanu: Witnesses to testify behind camera in terrorism trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs

By Uche Usim As global trade disputes necessitate strategic shifts in business models, the Minister of Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has laid out a comprehensive roadmap aimed at driving the nation’s economic growth through enhanced productivity, competitiveness and strategic collaborations with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). She stated this in Lagos on Monday […] The post Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago NDLEA Seizes N2.6bn Worth Of Drugs In Jigawa, Arrests Three Suspects

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the successful seizure of illegal drugs worth over N2.6 billion in Jigawa State. The drugs were confiscated during a targeted operation spanning Jigawa and Kano states. The seizure, carried out in Gumel, led to the arrest of three suspects who were allegedly transporting the narcotics to […] The post NDLEA Seizes N2.6bn Worth Of Drugs In Jigawa, Arrests Three Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking

Operatives of Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended one Soji Inawole for allegedly using commercial motorcycle, popularly known as Okada, to traffic illicit drugs across the metropolis. It was gathered that Soji, a 40 years old, reportedly involved in transporting illegal substances such as Colorado, Indian hemp, and other narcotics. During the operation, officers discovered a […] The post Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024-2025 Nigerian Premier Football League title. Tinubu described the historic victory, four years after the team’s promotion to the elite league, as a testament to the hard work, discipline, and unyielding spirit of the players, the coaching crew and the management. This was […] The post Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Tinubu Hails Mike Adenuga’s Impact On Telecoms, Oil Sectors At 72

President Bola Tinubu has extolled the Chairman of Globacom and Conoil, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., for his transformational contributions to Nigeria’s telecommunications and oil sectors as he marks his 72nd birthday. In a tribute issued on Monday, President Tinubu described Adenuga’s life as a testament to vision, resilience, and hard work, noting that the business […]

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53 h. ago Nigeria’s Future Hinges On Embracing AI, Says ICT Expert, Aguene

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BildUp, Chibuike Aguene, has said. Nigeria cannot afford to lag in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), During unveiling the country’s first indigenous AI software in Enugu, Aguene said AI has come to stay, highlighting the global dominance of AI and its transformative potential. He said indigenous technology would […]

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55 h. ago Inlaks unveils new leadership position to drive next phase of growth, innovation

Inlaks, a leading systems integrator and ICT provider in Sub-Saharan Africa, said it has made a new appointment in its read more Inlaks unveils new leadership position to drive next phase of growth, innovation

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66 h. ago Army nabs human parts trafficker, drug peddlers in Ogun State

By PHILIP NWOSU In a major security breakthrough, troops of the 81 Division Nigerian Army, operating under the 35 Artillery Brigade, have arrested a man suspected of trafficking in human parts in Kulanla Odomoola, Ogun State. The suspect was reportedly rescued from an angry mob that had attempted to lynch him before troops intervened. Following […] The post Army nabs human parts trafficker, drug peddlers in Ogun State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago More troubles for JAMB as candidates vandalise centre computers over glitch

The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) tales of woes continues to unveil as candidates went on rampage following a read more More troubles for JAMB as candidates vandalise centre computers over glitch

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3 d. ago Nigeria, Morocco Creates Joint Venture Firm To Manage $25bn Gas Pipeline

Nigeria and Morocco have agreed to unveil a joint venture to manage a long-planned $25 billion pipeline which will ship gas to Europe, a Moroccan minister has said. Morocco’s minister of energy transition and sustainable development, Leila Benali, told Morocco’s parliament that a floating gas storage terminal would also be installed at Nador on the […]

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3 d. ago YPP: Chukwuma unveils Okagbue as running mate for Anambra poll

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Paul Chukwuma, the Young Progressives Party (YPP) candidate for the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, has unveiled Uzo Okagbue as his running mate. Okagbue, from Umunnachi in Dunukofia Local Government Area, previously served as Chief of Protocol and Deputy Chief of Staff to former Governor Willie Obiano. At the unveiling […] The post YPP: Chukwuma unveils Okagbue as running mate for Anambra poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG, experts push for local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines

…Local production pathway to drug security From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Federal government and stakeholders in pharmaceuticals have strengthened the push for ways to improve on local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other medical consumables.  The stakeholders made the request at the National Harmonisation Conference on the theme “Contextualising the Presidential Initiative to Achieve Local Production […] The post FG, experts push for local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, vaccines appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago JAMB delists 5 CBT centres, arrests 27 impersonators, warns against unauthorized restrictions

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has delisted the five computer-based test (CBT) centres that failed to meet the read more JAMB delists 5 CBT centres, arrests 27 impersonators, warns against unauthorized restrictions

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3 d. ago Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction

Forensic psychologist Uwom Eze has rejected allegations that Mohbad’s death was caused by drug abuse. On September 12, 2023, Mohbad passed away following an injection given by a nurse, Feyisayo Ogedengbe. He was buried the next day, but on September 21, 2023, the police exhumed his body for an autopsy. The pathologist overseeing the autopsy, […] The post Forensic Review Rules Out Drug Abuse In Mohbad’s Death, Points To Allergic Reaction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has impounded N800 million worth of banned agrochemical products from shops in Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo States. The agency disclosed this in a statement shared on X on Friday. NAFDAC said it targeted shops found to be distributing banned agrochemical […] The post Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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