16 m. ago PICTORIAL: Delta North Senator Ned Nwoko Unveils Modern Mini Stadium

Delta North lawmaker, Senator Ned Nwoko, has commissioned a newly completed modern mini stadium in Issele-Uku, describing it as a symbol of collective progress and youth empowerment in the senatorial district. Sharing details of the project on his X handle on Tuesday, Senator Nwoko said the facility was designed to inspire young people, promote healthy […]

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45 m. ago Trump’s threat could unsettle investors, weaken naira, CPPE warns

The Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) is warning that the recent threat of possible military action against Nigeria read more Trump’s threat could unsettle investors, weaken naira, CPPE warns

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3 h. ago Backbone Says It Has Secured Funding For 500,000bpd Refinery In Ondo

Following the successful execution of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Backbone Infrastructure Nigeria Ltd (BINL) and the Ondo State Government, through the Ondo State Investment Promotion Agency (ONDIPA), for the construction of a 500,000 barrels-per-day refinery and the development of a 1,471-hectare Sunshine Free Trade Zone in the Ilaje area of Ondo State in […]

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4 h. ago Gov Radda’s Wife Launches Mama Ambassadors To Champion Child Health

The wife of the Katsina State Governor, Hajiya Zulaihat Dikko Umaru Radda, has launched the Mama Ambassadors Initiative, a new grassroots campaign aimed at promoting routine immunisation and strengthening maternal and child health across the state. Speaking at the launch in Katsina, the First Lady described immunisation as “an act of love, protection, and faith,” […]

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4 h. ago itel Hosts First Tour de Nigeria 60km Road Cycling Challenge

itel Hosts the First Edition of Tour de Nigeria 60KM Road Cycling Challenge in Lagos; Promoting Fitness, Innovation, and Community Connection itel, a leading smart technology brand committed to making innovation accessible to all, in partnership with Cycology, Nigeria’s foremost cycling club, successfully hosted the first edition of the Tour de Nigeria Cycling Challenge on […]

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7 h. ago Promoting circular economy and environmental conservation through eco

Environmental protection has long been a central issue at international fora, underscoring its importance to global development and sustainability. The read more Promoting circular economy and environmental conservation through eco-friendly initiatives – Rite Foods’ model

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18 h. ago Wema Bank Rewards Teachers With ₦4.5m Over Impactful Legacies

  Wema Bank has celebrated the winners of its 2025 Wema At 80 Teachers Day Campaign, recognising and rewarding educators whose influence has shaped generations of students. The award ceremony, held at the Bank’s headquarters in Marina, Lagos, announced the top five teachers who received over ₦4.5 million worth of prizes for their exceptional contributions […]

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18 h. ago Trump invasion threat detrimental to Nigeria’s investment drive – CPPE

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has decried the potential impact of the recent invasion threat made read more Trump invasion threat detrimental to Nigeria’s investment drive – CPPE

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20 h. ago Kwara: Court acquits two women in possession of firearms, ammunition case

A Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin on Monday discharged and acquitted two young women, including a pregnant mother.

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20 h. ago Kano CP tasks newly promoted officers to intensify fight against insecurity

The recently promoted senior police officers across Nigeria have been urged to justify their elevation by intensifying efforts to combat read more Kano CP tasks newly promoted officers to intensify fight against insecurity

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20 h. ago Kano Police Commissioner Decorates 29 Newly Promoted Officers

The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Bakori, has decorated 29 newly promoted officers of the Command with their new ranks, charging them to uphold professionalism, discipline, and integrity in the discharge of their duties. Speaking during the decoration ceremony held at the Officers’ Mess on Monday, CP Bakori described the promotions as […]

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25 h. ago Ogun govt distributes reusable materials to Ipokia residents

The Ogun State Government has distributed “renew and reuse” materials to residents of Ipokia Local Government Area as part of efforts aimed at promoting proper waste management through acts of charity and donations. The State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, said this at the flag-off of the distribution exercise in the council area, explaining that […]

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25 h. ago CPPE urges sustained protectionist policies to boost local industries

says 15% petroleum import duty a step toward industrial revival The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has read more CPPE urges sustained protectionist policies to boost local industries

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28 h. ago Use Every Opportunity To Unify Citizens, Jibrin Tells Nigerians

Nigerians have been urged to seize every opportunity that comes their way to unite and promote unity among citizens. The Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, who stated this, also rallied support for the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, in the 2026 governorship poll for his immense efforts at transforming the state. He […]

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28 h. ago Strategic Protectionism Critical For Nigeria’s Industrial Devt — Economist

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has advocated strategic protectionism, a calibrated policy approach that safeguards domestic and emerging industries while building competitiveness and self-sufficiency. CPPE said the recent 15 per cent import duty on refined petroleum products is seen as a positive step towards achieving this goal. Combined with broader industrial […]

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33 h. ago Get Involved In Leadership Selection Process, Institute tells Ilorin Union

The director general of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has urged the leadership of the Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) to get involved in political leadership recruitment process in Kwara State. He noted that it’s high time the umbrella body for all socio- cultural groups in Ilorin […]

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34 h. ago CPPE endorses 15% fuel import duty, says policy will catalyse local refining, industrial growth

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed strong support for the Federal Government’s recent introduction of a 15 percent import duty on refined petroleum products, describing it as a strategic policy measure capable of driving investment in Nigeria’s domestic refining sector and stimulating broader industrial development. In a policy brief released […]

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37 h. ago New service chiefs urged to ensure teamwork against Nigeria’s insecurity challenges

Alliance of Yoruba Democratic Movement (AYDM), a coalition of 130 pan-Yoruba sociocultural and community-based organisations across the Southwest, Kogi, Kwara, and Delta States, has charged the newly appointed Service Chiefs to ensure teamwork among all security agencies in order to effectively deliver

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38 h. ago Learning crisis: C/River partners World Bank on training of primary school teachers

The Cross River State government, in collaboration with the World Bank’s Project Hope Education, has commenced intensive training programmes for teachers aimed at bridging the learning gaps in English and Mathematics across primary schools in the state. The initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to professional development for the education sector. Cross River State Commissioner for […]

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39 h. ago Cross River, World Bank Empower Primary School Teachers To Bridge Learning Deficit

The Cross River State government, in collaboration with the World Bank’s Project Hope Education, has commenced intensive training programmes for teachers aimed at bridging the learning gaps in English and Mathematics subjects across primary schools in the state. The Commissioner for Education, Professor Stephen Odey, while addressing trainees at a three-day workshop, said the state […]

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