36 h. ago Less salt, longer lives: Nigeria’s push for a healthier future

Excessive salt consumption is a major risk factor for hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. According to the World Health Organisation read more Less salt, longer lives: Nigeria’s push for a healthier future

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3 d. ago Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

Insecurity and climate change are threatening Nigeria’s food security target, pushing the nation closer to an emergency. Over 30.6 million read more Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

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5 d. ago Constitution review: Nwodo, Ezea, others renew push for Adada state

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo, Senator Okey Ezea and other prominent Igbo leaders have renewed calls for the creation of Adada State from the present Enugu State, insisting that it was the most qualified proposed state in the South East. They made the call during the South […] The post Constitution review: Nwodo, Ezea, others renew push for Adada state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2027: Tinubu’s ‘Incompetence’ Behind My Renewed Push To Be President — Obi

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that the incumbent President Bola Tinubu’s “incompetent leadership” was the driving force behind his renewed push to contest Nigeria’s highest office in the 2027 general election. Obi disclosed this on Sunday evening during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ programme, where he criticised the current […]

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5 d. ago Constitution review: Nwodo, Ezea, others renew push for Adada state creation

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Nnia Nwodo, Senator Okey Ezea, and other prominent Igbo leaders have renewed calls for the creation of Adada State from the present Enugu State, insisting it is the most qualified proposed state in the South East. They made the call during the South […] The post Constitution review: Nwodo, Ezea, others renew push for Adada state creation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Doubt thickens over National Assembly’s ability to deliver credible Electoral Act

…As Nigerians fear beneficiaries of flawed system may not genuinely push reform With less than two years until the 2027 read more Doubt thickens over National Assembly’s ability to deliver credible Electoral Act

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8 d. ago Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide

Tribune Online Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Nigeria’s push for industrial development has been tragically undermined by decades of systemic failure, institutional decay, and the abandonment of over 11,000 government projects between 1971 and 2011, according to Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Industrialisation at the African Development Bank (AfDB). Delivering a keynote address at the 55th Anniversary […] Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Tribune Online

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1 week ago VeryDarkMan Pledges ₦12m Reward In Fresh Push For Justice For Mohbad

Controversial activist and social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has announced a significant financial incentive in his continued pursuit of justice for the late Nigerian singer, Mohbad. The outspoken figure took to Instagram on Monday to declare a ₦10 million reward for anyone who can provide additional footage from a now-viral video showing Mohbad and Zlatan in […] The post VeryDarkMan Pledges ₦12m Reward In Fresh Push For Justice For Mohbad appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development

By Moses Akaigwe The Managing Director of BKG Exhibitions, Mr. Ifeanyichukwu Agwu, has announced that the highly anticipated 25th edition of the Abuja Motor Fair will be held from November 24 to 28, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital. Speaking at a press briefing recently, Agwu described the upcoming edition as a landmark celebration, not […] The post Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria to launch massive tree planting campaign, inspired by Ethiopia’s Green Legacy – Shettima

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria will embark on a massive tree planting campaign during the next rainy season, drawing inspiration from Ethiopia’s acclaimed Green Legacy Programme. The initiative, he said, is part of Nigeria’s broader push for national reforestation and environmental sustainability. Speaking after touring several agricultural and […] The post Nigeria to launch massive tree planting campaign, inspired by Ethiopia’s Green Legacy – Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Criminologists Push For Correctional Service Reformation In Nigeria

The Nigeria Society for Criminology (NSC) has stressed the urgent need for correctional service reformation, disclosing that out of the 81,288 total inmates in Nigeria’s Correctional Service centres across the country, 53,811 are on the awaiting trial list. As a result, the society said it is set to address the challenges facing the Nigerian Correctional […]

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2 w. ago Elimination of illegal roadblocks, levies harmonization’ll improve economy – CITN

By Henry Uche   Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) says it foresees improve food availability, reduced cost-push inflation, enhanced public trust and other forms of support for millions of Nigerians, following the elimination of illegal roadblocks and harmonisation of levies imposed on the transportation of agricultural produce across Nigerian states. The President/Chairman of […] The post Elimination of illegal roadblocks, levies harmonization’ll improve economy – CITN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago How oil prices rally boosts CBN’s push for higher reserves, stable naira

By Michael Nwadike The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has continued to take steps that ensure higher reserves accretion, stable naira and elevated dollar liquidity. The ongoing oil prices rally over Israel-Iran war portends a combination of risks and upsides for the economy, underlining the need for proactive management of its impact. Brent Oil Futures […] The post How oil prices rally boosts CBN’s push for higher reserves, stable naira appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigerians Face Higher Fuel Prices As Dangote Raises PMS To ₦880/Litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has sparked renewed concern over fuel affordability as it raised the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦880 per litre, marking a ₦55 increase from the previous ₦825 rate. The hike, confirmed through a Pro Forma Invoice and data from petroleumprice.ng, may push pump prices beyond ₦900/litre in parts […] The post Nigerians Face Higher Fuel Prices As Dangote Raises PMS To ₦880/Litre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Stakeholders Applaud Akano’s Push For Digital Transformation In Nigeria

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s education, communication, and youth development sectors have lauded the chief executive officer of New Horizons Technologies, Tim Akano, for his contributions to digital transformation and human capital development in the country. Akano, a renowned Pan-African thought leader and technology advocate, was recently honoured by multiple prestigious institutions including the Committee of Pro-Chancellors […]

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3 w. ago SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push

By Chukwuma Umeorah As of June 2025, unclaimed dividends in Nigeria’s capital market totalled N242 billion, according to data from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Despite technological advances and regulatory reforms including the e-Dividend mandate system, these funds continue to lie dormant, eluding their rightful owners. The figure has grown steadily over the years, […] The post SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance

Tribune Online Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance •Shareholders push back The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent decision to temporarily suspend dividend payments by banks has triggered strong and mixed reactions across the financial ecosystem. While financial analysts described it as a prudent move to preserve capital and protect the banking sector’s integrity, shareholders and some market participants are expressing deep concern […] Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance Tribune Online

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4 w. ago The infrastructure push: Nigeria’s gamble on roads and rails

In the long arc of Nigeria’s development story, few themes recur as persistently—and as problematically—as infrastructure. Broken roads, dysfunctional ports, read more The infrastructure push: Nigeria’s gamble on roads and rails

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last month Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push

Tribune Online Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push The Senate Committee on Marine Transport recently held a public hearing on the proposed establishment of a Nigeria Coast Guard as a significant step toward strengthening and enforcing maritime laws within Nigeria’s maritime domain. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI examines the pros and cons of the bill. The United States popularised the use of the […] Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push Tribune Online

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