73 m. ago Ajayi Crowther Varsity Names Prof Ebunoluwa Oduwole As First Female VC

The Council of the Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, has approved the appointment of Professor Ebunoluwa Olufemi Oduwole as the first female Vice Chancellor of the institution. The approval of Prof. Oduwole to run the affairs of the Anglican Communion-owned institution was announced on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Oduwole will succeed the outgoing vice chancellor, Professor […]

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93 m. ago EFCC arraigns Bigibet promoter, firm for alleged N855m investment fraud in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Wednesday, July 8, 2025, arraigned one Adepoju Emmanuel Abiodun, promoter of Bigibet, before Justice O.A. Okunuga of the State High Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos. Abiodun and his company, Nobelsteed Nigerian Limited, are being prosecuted on a […] The post EFCC arraigns Bigibet promoter, firm for alleged N855m investment fraud in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Customs intercept N653m undisclosed currencies at Kano Airport

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a total of ₦653,987,268.50 worth of undisclosed currencies from one Ghanaian passport holder, Ahmed Salisu, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano. Speaking on Tuesday, July 8, at the handover of the currencies to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the […] The post Customs intercept N653m undisclosed currencies at Kano Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs

Tribune Online FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has called for accelerated application and domestication of the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) across the... FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs Tribune Online

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4 h. ago EFCC launches investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, CFA 4,170,500 at Kano airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, and CFA 4,170,500 by one Ahmad Salisu, arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano. Salisu was intercepted by Customs operatives during a routine check […] The post EFCC launches investigation into undeclared $420,900, £5,825, CFA 4,170,500 at Kano airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has emerged the winner of the 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize in Category C3 (Access to Information and Knowledge), with its Digital Awareness Programme (DAP), a flagship initiative of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The announcement was made on Monday, July 7, at the WSIS Prizes […] The post Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago How funds recovered from corrupt officials are being spent — EFCC

Tribune Online How funds recovered from corrupt officials are being spent — EFCC The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, on Tuesday expressed grave concern over the persistent opacity in Nigeria’s financial reporting system, particularly within the oil and gas sector. How funds recovered from corrupt officials are being spent — EFCC Tribune Online

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5 h. ago EFCC Begins Probe Of Undeclared $420,900, £5,825, CFA 3,946,500 Cash At Kano Airport

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the case of one Ahmad Salisu, arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for allegedly concealing and failing to declare the sum of $420,900, £5,825, CFA3,946,500, and Cameroonian CFA 224,000. Salisu was intercepted by Customs operatives during a routine check on Monday, […]

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6 h. ago Obey Court Order, Recall Senator Natasha Immediately, SERAP Tells Akpabio

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to immediately comply with a Federal High Court ruling by recalling Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to the National Assembly. In a statement shared via its official X account on Tuesday, SERAP condemned the Senator’s suspension, describing it as a […]

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8 h. ago EFCC Asks Court To Reject Yahaya Bello’s Motion For Medical Trip

Justice Maryann Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory was on Tuesday asked to turn down a request by former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, to travel out of the country for medical vacation. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in its counter-motion against the request of the former governor, […]

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8 h. ago Otti seeks increased FG revenue for Abia, gets Aba Union support 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti is seeking increased revenue allocation from the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for Abia to enable the State develop the more. This is even as Aba Union, the Apex socio-cultural body of the old Aba Division have vowed to support the Governor and […] The post Otti seeks increased FG revenue for Abia, gets Aba Union support  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ‘Let’s work together to succeed,’ Uba Sani tells Northwest Commission

Tribune Online ‘Let’s work together to succeed,’ Uba Sani tells Northwest Commission According to him, the people will not own such programmes which do not have the input of Governors and as such, they will not support ‘Let’s work together to succeed,’ Uba Sani tells Northwest Commission Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Makinde Has Transformed Oyo Into New Economic Hub – Commissioner

Oyo State commissioner for Public Works, Infrastructure and Transport, Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, has disclosed that Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration has transformed the state into a new economic hub in the South-West. He said that the government has transformed the state into an investors’ destination by delivering high-impact, durable, and cross-functional roads and hydraulics and implementing policies […]

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14 h. ago Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo

Tribune Online Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo •Says councils sponsor 429 students to Technical University, Nursing School, Technical College annually OYO State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, has said that local governments in the state have built several landmark infrastruc­ture, health and educational facilities in the last two years of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s second term of office. […] Landmark infrastructure, health facilities, others built by Oyo LGs — Ojo Tribune Online

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14 h. ago NCC To Spotlight Mobile Virtual Network Investment, Growth Potential At Forum

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to spotlight investment opportunities, emerging trends, and the long-term growth potential of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) at the sixth edition of the Telecom Sector Sustainability Forum (TSSF 6.0). With 43 MVNO licenses already issued by the NCC across five distinct service tiers, Nigeria is preparing to unlock […]

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14 h. ago Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner

Tribune Online Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner •Says Oyo govt spends N2bn monthly on gratuities COMMISSIONER for Establishments and Training in Oyo State, Prof. Sal-ihu AbdulWaheed Adelabu, has said that the administration of Governor ’Seyi Makinde is committed to promoting efficiency, maintaining industrial peace and ensuring that the welfare of both serving and retired civil/public servants in the state is given priority […] Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Pension Industry Moves To Hedge Inflation For 10.7m RSA Holders

The pension industry regulator, the National Pension Commission (PenCom) is already discussing with the Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) to explore alternative investment options in a bid to hedge inflation and get good returns on the investment of the N24 trillion pension fund assets in the country, LEADERSHIP learnt. This will ensure that the 10.718 million […]

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16 h. ago NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude

Tribune Online NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude Dayo Awude was a commissioner in Ondo State and the deputy governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the last governorship election in the state. In this interview with YINKA OLADOYINBO, he speaks about election management in Nigeria, the emerging coalition and opposition parties in the country. Excerpts: As someone who has participated in […] NJC should recommend nominees for INEC chairmanship post — Ex dep governorship candidate, Awude Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Ugan We’re celebrating not mourning –Son da’s Nduati triumphs at Nigeria’s first reporters slam

Eldest son of the late Olubadan of Ibadan, Mr Olasumbo Owolabi, has said his father left lasting legacies of a life well-lived and worthy of celebration. He spoke this during the family announcement of the Oba’s demise at the private residence of the traditional ruler on Monday in Ibadan. Olasunmbo, represented by the former Commissioner […] The post Ugan We’re celebrating not mourning –Son da’s Nduati triumphs at Nigeria’s first reporters slam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Develop Proactive Approach To Plastic Waste Mgt, MAN Tells Ogun Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has urged the Ogun State government to develop a sustainable approach to managing plastic waste, especially single use plastics in the state. The Association stated this in a statement signed by its director-general, Segun Ajayi-Kadir. MAN recognises the government’s initiatives aimed at reducing plastic waste, promoting recycling, and fostering […]

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