14 m. ago Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds

Tribune Online Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds Resolving the blockade of Osun LG allocations will not only revitalise rural development but also re-energise the traditional institution.... Osun monarchs urge Tinubu to intervene on release of LG funds Tribune Online

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23 m. ago NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic defence cooperation with the Czech Republic in its efforts to advance national security and regional stability. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, made this known when he received the Junior Deputy Minister of […] The post NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 m. ago Wike Defends Tinubu Against Critics, Says President Approachable

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticisms of leading an unapproachable administration, asserting that the structure of government is designed for citizens to engage with ministers and aides, not solely the president. Wike, who appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday, argued […]

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56 m. ago Finance minister, CBN, FIRS deepen collaboration to sustain economic stability

Tribune Online Finance minister, CBN, FIRS deepen collaboration to sustain economic stability The high-level engagement focused on deepening coordination between monetary and fiscal authorities to sustain macroeconomic stability... Finance minister, CBN, FIRS deepen collaboration to sustain economic stability Tribune Online

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67 m. ago 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike

By Seyi Babalola Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, believes former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential aspirations is dead on arrival. Wike, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today show on Tuesday, stated that Nigerians will not give Amaechi a chance in the 2027 election. Amaechi, a member of the African Democratic Congress […] The post 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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73 m. ago Oyebanji mismanaged over N500bn Ekiti funds, female aspirant alleges

…Olawumi’s claim is invalid, Oyebanji has made judicious use of State’s resources – CPS Abimbola Olawumi, a governorship aspirant in read more Oyebanji mismanaged over N500bn Ekiti funds, female aspirant alleges

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87 m. ago Sango Festival: Makinde Receives UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has received the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate for Sango Festival, Oyo. The certificate presentation was sequel to the festival making it to the representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity upon the proposal made by Nigeria. Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa […]

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89 m. ago IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel The IGP assured the minister that the police would give full support to the housing scheme and the proposed task force... IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel Tribune Online

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91 m. ago Wheat, fish top chart as Nigeria spends $10bn on imports annually

Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security has decried the high import bill on food, saying Nigeria spends $10 read more Wheat, fish top chart as Nigeria spends $10bn on imports annually

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2 h. ago “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals

Nigerian billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has revealed that his struggles with academics prevented him from pursuing university education. The chairman of First Bank Holding shared this in his 286-page memoir, Making It Big, released on Monday. Otedola explained that he stopped formal education after completing the Lower Sixth examination and did not return for Upper […] The post “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Labour ministers demand urgent funds to finish NDE headquarters

Say it will boost productivity of workers Facility nears completion From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, and the Minister of State, Nkiruka Onyejeocha, have called for the urgent release of funds to complete the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) headquarters in Abuja, insisting that the edifice will end decades […] The post Labour ministers demand urgent funds to finish NDE headquarters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘No Amount Of Blackmail Will Stop Us’ Wike Chides Civil Servants, ‘Fake’ Contractors

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has vowed that no amount of intimidation or blackmail would derail his focus on infrastructure development. The FCT Minister stated this on Tuesday while commissioning the newly rehabilitated Phase 2 of the Lower Usuma Dam Water Treatment Plant in Bwari area council. Wike’s statement was a […]

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4 h. ago Film Icons Still Receiving Stipends, Health Cover Under Circuits’ Dignity Fund

  Africa’s foremost virtual cinema platform, Film Icons Still Receiving Stipends, Health Cover Under Circuits’ Dignity FundCircuits, has continued to honour Nollywood pioneers through its Film Veterans’ Dignity Fund, an initiative that has moved beyond ceremonial launches to consistent delivery. According to Imade Bibowei-Osuobeni, Chief Operating Officer of Circuits, the scheme has faithfully kept its […]

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5 h. ago FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola

By Steve Agbota The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced plans to replicate the success of the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep Seaport across Nigeria’s maritime sector, citing it as a model for transformative growth and development. Speaking at the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping Breakfast Meeting in Lagos on Tuesday, August 19, […] The post FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2027: Usman bemoans stability in LP, blames leadership crisis

From Idu Jude, Abuja Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, LP, Sen. Nenadi Usman, said she is worried over the lack of stability in the party, attributing it to a series of court cases orchestrated by Barrister Julius Abure’s leadership tussle. Usman, remarked while speaking virtually in […] The post 2027: Usman bemoans stability in LP, blames leadership crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism

Tribune Online Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday commended Nigerian security forces for their Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism Tribune Online

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7 h. ago IOM, Nigerian military vow stronger partnership in tackling insecurity, displacement

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen collaboration in addressing read more IOM, Nigerian military vow stronger partnership in tackling insecurity, displacement

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7 h. ago Carloha, Cypress Capital, FundPark launch trade finance model to strengthen Nigeria’s auto supply chain

In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s industrial base and economic development, Carloha, Cypress Capital, and FundPark have entered into read more Carloha, Cypress Capital, FundPark launch trade finance model to strengthen Nigeria’s auto supply chain

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8 h. ago United Capital records 24.99% gross return, shares over N4.6bn in dividends

The United Capital Infrastructure Fund (UCIF), the infrastructure fund of leading Pan-African financial services group, United Capital PLC, has announced read more United Capital records 24.99% gross return, shares over N4.6bn in dividends

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8 h. ago Dangote truck not responsible for Auchi road crash – Audu, eyewitness

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin As rage continues over the road crash which claimed three lives on the Auchi-Okpella-Okene road, near Omega Fire Ministry in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, an eyewitness, Audu Omale, has given a lucid account of the event. He said contrary to online media reports, the Dangote Cement […] The post Dangote truck not responsible for Auchi road crash – Audu, eyewitness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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