59 m. ago Fubara writes Rivers Assembly, plans budget presentation Wednesday

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has again written to the State House of Assembly, informing the lawmakers of his intention to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the House for consideration and approval. The governor, in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, said he intends to prevent the budget Read More

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2 h. ago Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48

Tribune Online Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48-year-old church, properties, shops   Hopes were dampened and tears rolled down the cheeks of occupants of the ancient community of Otumara as officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) rolled demolition machines over their buildings, including a 48-year-old church building, shops and businesses levelling them to the ground. The atmosphere was dusty and filled with uncertainty […] Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48-year-old church, properties, shops Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Reps Ask IGP To Arrest FCDA Boss, Others Over Alleged Breach Of Building Code

The House of Representatives has directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Richard Dauda, over the alleged breach of the building code in the nation‘s capital, Abuja. Through its Committee on Public Petition, the House also ordered the arrest of Muktar Galadima, […]

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4 h. ago Female leaders advocate gender parity at UBA Business Series

To mark the 2025 International Women’s Month, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc held the quarterly edition of its Business Series event where trailblazing female leaders from diverse industries shared personal insights on overcoming systemic challenges, driving change, and redefining success. The hybrid event which was held at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre in UBA House […] The post Female leaders advocate gender parity at UBA Business Series appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a statement in response to a viral video that sparked public outrage over the wages of street sweepers in the state. The video, which featured a LAWMA worker claiming that sweepers were underpaid and had not received the promised N85,000 minimum wage, quickly went […] The post LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

6 h. ago Diphtheria: King’s College students fit for discharge, says LUTH

The Chief Medical Director at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Dr Wasiu Adeyemo, says the students of  King’s College, Annex, Lagos, who had diphtheria and were brought into the facility on Saturday for treatment, will soon be discharged. Adeyemo disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Thursday in Lagos. There Read More

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6 h. ago We’re open to strategic partnerships with Nigerian airlines –Kenyan Airways

By Chinelo Obogo Kenya Airways has said that it is open to entering into strategic partnerships and Special Prorate Agreement with Nigerian airlines. Speaking during a press conference at its office in Lagos this week, the airline’s regional manager for America and West Africa, Ngamau Stephen, said Kenya Airways is looking forward to collaborations with […] The post We’re open to strategic partnerships with Nigerian airlines –Kenyan Airways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 h. ago Fuel subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, declared that Nigeria faced imminent bankruptcy if his administration had not swiftly ended the fuel subsidy and implemented crucial economic reforms. Receiving a delegation of former National Assembly colleagues from the aborted Third Republic at the State House in Abuja, the President explained that his actions were motivated by the Read More

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6 h. ago Why building in Nigeria costs a fortune –Nweke, Construction CEO

By Maduka Nweke nwekemaduka88@gmail.com The  skyrocketing cost of construction in Nigeria is more than just rising material prices; it is a complex web of regulatory bottlenecks, land acquisition hurdles and infrastructural deficits. Dr. Chiedu Nweke, a real estate magnate and legal expert, is at the heart of these challenges. As Chairman of Periwinkle Residences Limited […] The post Why building in Nigeria costs a fortune –Nweke, Construction CEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Lagos dep gov to religious leaders: Teach your congregations to be mindful of Allah as they embrace technology

Tribune Online Lagos dep gov to religious leaders: Teach your congregations to be mindful of Allah as they embrace technology     LAGOS State deputy governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has urged religious leaders in the country to teach their congregations to be mindful of Allah as they embrace technology. Hamzat appealed to the clerics to let their followers understand the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on humanity and to sensitise their children to how […] Lagos dep gov to religious leaders: Teach your congregations to be mindful of Allah as they embrace technology Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Fubara seeks peace as Ijaw supporters plan reception for Wike

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared his openness towards the attainment of peace, even as he called on all involved in the political crisis to also embrace peace in the interest of peace and development of the state. The Rivers logjam deepened on Wednesday as Fubara and 27 lawmakers of the state House Read More

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6 h. ago Lagos, MTN launch innovative MyLagosApp to boost productivity

By Zika Bobby In a groundbreaking partnership, MTN Group and the Lagos State government yesterday unveiled the MyLagosApp, a revolutionary mobile application designed to enhance productivity, connectivity, and transform the lives of Lagos residents. At the app’s official launch in Lagos, MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola said the app is a one-stop center […] The post Lagos, MTN launch innovative MyLagosApp to boost productivity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nigeria would’ve been bankrupt if I didn’t end fuel subsidy—Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, declared that Nigeria faced imminent bankruptcy if his administration had not swiftly ended the fuel subsidy and implemented crucial economic reforms. Receiving a delegation of former National Assembly colleagues from the aborted Third Republic at the State House in Abuja, Tinubu explained that his actions were motivated by the need Read More

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9 h. ago Gov Fubara Begs Pro Wike’s Lawmakers, Says Rivers Interest Must Come Above Personal Feud

Governor Siminalayi Fubara has appealed to Speaker Martin Amaewhule-Led lawmakers of the Rivers State House of Assembly amid ongoing political crisis in the state. Fubara, on Thursday said that lawmakers must consider the interest of the Rivers people and embrace peace to resolve political impasse in the oil rich state. Speaking at Okirika Local Government […] The post Gov Fubara Begs Pro Wike’s Lawmakers, Says Rivers Interest Must Come Above Personal Feud appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to enforce a strict “no truck” policy in the state, particularly around the Otedola Bridge area. This decision follows a devastating gas truck explosion that occurred under the bridge on Tuesday night. The government aims to prevent similar incidents and ensure public safety. The policy will restrict truck […] The post Lagos Set To Impose “No Truck” Policy After Otedola Bridge Explosion appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

11 h. ago Lagos infrastructure, housing crises persist despite $259bn GDP – Rhodes

The 2023 Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has criticised the state government’s handling of economic growth, arguing that its achievements have not translated into better living conditions for ordinary residents. His statement comes in reaction to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s announcement that Lagos has attained a Gross Domestic Product of $259 billion Read More

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13 h. ago Rivers Assembly calls for Chief Judge’s probe over alleged age falsification

Tribune Online Rivers Assembly calls for Chief Judge’s probe over alleged age falsification A new twist was introduced on Thursday in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State as the Rivers State House of Assembly asked the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate the Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Amadi, for alleged age falsification. Rivers Assembly calls for Chief Judge’s probe over alleged age falsification Tribune Online

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13 h. ago N5.78bn fraud: Kwara SUBEB contracts fully executed, witness tells court

The Project Manager of the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board from 1998 to 2017, Abdulsamad Abdulsalam, told the Kwara State High Court in Ilorin on Thursday that all infrastructural projects undertaken by SUBEB in 2013 were executed beyond the agency’s expectations. Testifying as the third prosecution witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Read More

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14 h. ago Reps pass bill restricting foreign vessels on Nigeria’s coastal waters

The House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at restricting the use of foreign vessels on the Nigeria’s coastal read more Reps pass bill restricting foreign vessels on Nigeria’s coastal waters

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14 h. ago Customs intercepts over $1.1m, SR135,900 undeclared foreign currency at Kano Int’l Airport

From Steve Agbota, Lagos The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a total of $1,154,900 and SR135,900 (Saudi Riyals) in undeclared foreign currency at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). The seizure was made recently during a routine baggage check on an inbound passenger, Hauwa Ibrahim Abdullahi, who arrived on Saudi Airlines Flight No. SV401 […] The post Customs intercepts over $1.1m, SR135,900 undeclared foreign currency at Kano Int’l Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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