4 h. ago June 12: Tinubu serious about laying foundation for balanced Nigeria – Maharaj Ji

Tribune Online June 12: Tinubu serious about laying foundation for balanced Nigeria – Maharaj Ji “President Tinubu is the winner to save the race, whilst Atiku, El-Rufai, Kwankwaso, Aregbesola, Pat Utomi, Pastor Ayodele, Oyakhilome, are asked to cooperate with our President in the anti-corruption drive" June 12: Tinubu serious about laying foundation for balanced Nigeria – Maharaj Ji Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Gov Mohammed Pledges Commitment To Democracy, Good Governance

Bauchi State governor Bala Mohammed has expressed continued support for democracy while marking 26 years of unbroken democratic governance in the country. The governor said this in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mukhatar Gidado and made available to reporters in Bauchi. He lauded the resilience of Nigerians and the sacrifices of heroes past, noting […]

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7 h. ago Alausa Pledges Stronger Educational Service As He Receives National Honour

The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has expressed profound appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for conferring on him the esteemed national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON). In a statement signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations, the Minister described the award […]

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13 h. ago Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day

• Kano, Kebbi traders lament losses, seek assistance from govt, others From Desmond Mgboh, Kano and Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   In the dawn hours of Friday, a day when Muslims were celebrating the Sallah festival, a mysterious fire crept in and gutted part of the Kano GSM Market along Farm Centre in the metropolis. […] The post Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day Inferno wreaks havoc on Sallah day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Kano Gov’t Denies $6.6m Loan, Says Allegation Political Propaganda

The Kano State Government has dismissed that it secured a fresh $6.6 million external loan, describing the allegation by a group as false and politically motivated. The denial followed allegations by a political group, the APC Patriotic Volunteers, led by former Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Usman Alhaji, that the NNPP-led government in the […]

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16 h. ago June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has announced the release of over N130 million to support over 2,000 hospital patients and 1,280 prison inmates in Maiduguri to mark Democracy Day in the state. Zulum announced the gesture on Thursday after his visit to the Maiduguri Maximum Security Custodial Centre as part of […] The post June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja

Tribune Online Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja A cross-section of Nigerian youth under the umbrella of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) held a solidarity rally and march on Thursday in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of this year's Democracy Day celebration. Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja Tribune Online

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20 h. ago NYSC DG seeks additional support from stakeholders on Corps entrepreneurship

Tribune Online NYSC DG seeks additional support from stakeholders on Corps entrepreneurship The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has appealed for more support to enhance Corps members' financial education, mentorship, technical skills, and access to grants, which would ... NYSC DG seeks additional support from stakeholders on Corps entrepreneurship Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A group, Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), has announced the launch of a Youth-led HIV Support Page, aimed at empowering young Nigerians in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS. The support page, ‘Youth Leading HIV Awareness Campaign (YOLHAC)’ Webpage, aims to highlight the need for HIV education, combat stigma, and […] The post Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Tinubu Decorates NASS Presiding Officers With National Honours

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday decorated presiding officers of the National Assembly with the National Honours earlier conferred upon them last year. Those decorated include Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen who received the Grand Commander Order of the Niger (GCON) as well as the Deputy Senate […]

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24 h. ago Democracy Day: Zulum Pardons 66 Inmates, Provides Support To 1,280 Others

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has granted state and partial pardons to 66 inmates serving various prison terms at the Maiduguri Maximum Custodial Centre. The governor also commuted death sentences to life imprisonment and reduced jail terms for other inmates. Zulum made the announcement on Thursday during a visit to the facility as part […]

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27 h. ago Kano gov commends emergency agencies for averting tanker fire

Tribune Online Kano gov commends emergency agencies for averting tanker fire Kano Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended emergency agencies for their swift response in averting a petrol tanker explosion along the BUK-Gwarzo Road. Kano gov commends emergency agencies for averting tanker fire Tribune Online

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28 h. ago June 12: ‘You Are True Pillars Of Democracy,’ Gov Buni Hails Yobe People

Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni has applauded the people of the state as true pillars of democracy for supporting government policies and programmes in the state. Governor Buni stated this in his message commemorating this year’s Democracy Day on June 12, saying that the people’s support of government policies and programmes has strengthened democracy […]

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28 h. ago ‘Results Cancel Insults’, Reno Omokri Explains Support For Tinubu

Former presidential aide and political commentator, Reno Omokri, has explained why he now supports President Bola Tinubu, despite being a vocal member of the opposition during the 2023 general elections. Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Wednesday night, Omokri, who was part of the team that drafted the […]

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28 h. ago Gov Bago seeks World Bank, others’ support in rebuilding Mokwa town

Tribune Online Gov Bago seeks World Bank, others’ support in rebuilding Mokwa town He reiterated that significant resources have been lost in the area, but expressed optimism that the partnership between the state government and the World Bank would bring relief to the affected people. Gov Bago seeks World Bank, others’ support in rebuilding Mokwa town Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Mokwa flood: Niger Reps members, Senators donate N20m to support victims

Tribune Online Mokwa flood: Niger Reps members, Senators donate N20m to support victims He used the forum to commend the swift response of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Umaru Bago over the incident which he Mokwa flood: Niger Reps members, Senators donate N20m to support victims Tribune Online

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28 h. ago FG Supports MSMEs, Boosts Job Creation With $50m Wholesale Impact Fund

The federal government has committed $50 million as anchor investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF), marking its first close at $100 million. The move is part of a broader strategy to stimulate inclusive, sustainable economic growth and support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ambition of achieving a 7 per cent annual growth rate. […]

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29 h. ago June 12: NNPP chieftain, Ajadi, decries infrastructural decay, weakened currency

Tribune Online June 12: NNPP chieftain, Ajadi, decries infrastructural decay, weakened currency A South-West chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has lamented that despite uninterrupted 26 years of democratic rule in Nigeria, the country still struggles with infrastructure decay and a weakened currency. June 12: NNPP chieftain, Ajadi, decries infrastructural decay, weakened currency Tribune Online

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30 h. ago APC group tackles Kano govt over ‘utilisation of $6.6m loan’

Tribune Online APC group tackles Kano govt over ‘utilisation of $6.6m loan’ An association under the umbrella of All Progressives Congress (APC) Patriotic Volunteers, led by former Secretary to the State Government under the APC group tackles Kano govt over ‘utilisation of $6.6m loan’ Tribune Online

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31 h. ago IDERRCN: Renewed Push To Curb Desertification, Empower Communities

The National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) is set to strengthen its efforts in tackling desertification and related environmental challenges through the implementation of the Integrated Dryland Ecosystem Rehabilitation, Regeneration, and Conservation (IDERRCN) Project. This project is supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The IDERRCN […]

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