48 m. ago Healthcare federation seeks implementation of waiver on pharmaceutical products

The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria has called on the Nigeria Customs Service to ensure the full implementation of the duty and VAT waivers on pharmaceutical raw materials by issuing circulars to all relevant Zonal Offices and Area Commands. Recently, the Federal Government implemented a two-year import duty and VAT waiver on pharmaceutical raw materials. This Read More

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57 m. ago Tinubu Baking ‘New Cake’ For Nigerians, Says VP Shettima’s Wife

Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima has described President Bola Tinubu as a visionary leader who is ‘baking a new cake’ for Nigerians. Hajiya Shettima the cake is one that will benefit not just the present generation, but children and grandchildren yet to come. Speaking in Maiduguri, Borno State, during an annual Ramadan […]

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77 m. ago Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail

By Seyi Babalola After eight years in prison, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women in his South African church was found not guilty of all counts. Timothy Omotoso disputed the 32 counts in a live trial that drew widespread attention across the country. In 2018, one witness testified in court that she had […] The post Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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81 m. ago UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor

Tribune Online UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, dismissed petitions filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Action Alliance (AA) and Accord Party (AP) seeking to nullify the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as Edo state governor. In dismissing the petition by the PDP and […] UPDATED: Tribunal dismisses PDP, Ighodalo’s petition, affirms Okpebholo as Edo governor Tribune Online

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90 m. ago Tribunal victory: Okpebholo extends olive branch to Ighodalo, dedicates victory to Edo people

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has extended his hand of fellowship to the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dr Asue Ighodalo, following his victory at the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, just as he dedicated his triumph to the people of the state. The governor, in a statement signed by his […] The post Tribunal victory: Okpebholo extends olive branch to Ighodalo, dedicates victory to Edo people appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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97 m. ago Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’

Tribune Online Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’ … says reasons for such journey best known to him and his handlers Former Deputy National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has raised concern over President Bola Ahmed Tunubu’s ongoing visit to Paris, France amid series of crises in the country, saying reasons for such journey were best known to him […] Bode George knocks Tinubu over visit to France amid ‘series of crises’ Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio, Yahaya Bello Of Orchestrating Fake Recall

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of orchestrating her recall using fake constituents. She alleged that the move was politically motivated to undermine her mandate. Despite a government ban on rallies and processions, Natasha received a warm welcome from her supporters upon […] The post Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio, Yahaya Bello Of Orchestrating Fake Recall appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice Deinde I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, convicted and sentenced Okunfulure Olusola Steve to three months’ imprisonment for money laundering. The Head of Media and Publicity at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Dele Oyewale, said the convict was arrested on 28 […] The post EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago “Work Diligently For APC’s Victory In 2027” – Rep Nkwonta Urges Abia South

Hon. Chris Nkwonta, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC), has called on the people of Abia South senatorial district to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) and work towards the party’s victory in the 2027 general elections. Nkwonta urged local party leaders to launch an aggressive membership drive, […] The post “Work Diligently For APC’s Victory In 2027” – Rep Nkwonta Urges Abia South appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Bayelsa gov urges citizens to maintain law, order amid rally dispute

The Governor of Bayelsa State,  Senator Douye Diri, has said his administration was not against rallies and would always abide by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in respecting the fundamental rights of individuals. Diri, who stated this on Wednesday at the 158th state executive council meeting in Yenagoa, said he would ensure Read More

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1 hour ago Uromi killings: Deputy Senate President visits victims’ families in Kano, donates N16 million

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, on Wednesday visited Bunkure LGA of Kano State to sympathise with the families of the 16 travellers who were killed in Uromi, Esan North East LGA of Edo State. The Deputy President met the families of the victims, who hailed from […] The post Uromi killings: Deputy Senate President visits victims’ families in Kano, donates N16 million appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago EFCC presents fresh evidence against Kore Holdings in $9.6b P&ID scam

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday tendered additional evidence against Kore Holdings Limited before Justice J. O. Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The Commission is prosecuting the company alongside Muhammed Kuchazi (now deceased) in connection with the Process & Industrial Development (P&ID) fraud portfolio on amended […] The post EFCC presents fresh evidence against Kore Holdings in $9.6b P&ID scam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), now known as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is the state-owned oil corporation read more Full list: NNPC GMDs from 1977 till date and their geopolitical zones

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2 h. ago Yusuf condoles Emir Sanusi II, APC state chairman over passing of Galadiman Kano

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Wednesday extended his condolences to the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Kano Emirate Council, and the Kano State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Abbas, over the passing of the revered Galadiman Kano, Abbas Sanusi. The late Galadiman Kano, who […] The post Yusuf condoles Emir Sanusi II, APC state chairman over passing of Galadiman Kano appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Edo: Tribunal upholds Okpebholo’s victory, dismisses PDP, AA, AP petitions

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, has unanimously upheld the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A three-member panel of the tribunal said, based on the evidence presented before it, it found no reason to nullify the outcome of the governorship contest […] The post Edo: Tribunal upholds Okpebholo’s victory, dismisses PDP, AA, AP petitions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State Government has commenced the distribution of improved variety seedlings and herbicides to 135 schools across the three educational zones in the state. Items distributed include maize, pumpkin, cassava, melon, and others, with the emphasis that a lot can be achieved with the cultivation of these improved seedlings. […] The post Cross River empowers 135 schools with improved farming tools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria, Japan launch venture capital initiative to boost youth entrepreneurship

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja As part of efforts to advance youth entrepreneurship, Nigeria and Japan have unveiled a strategic venture capital initiative designed to channel Naira-denominated investments into high-growth startups. The initiative aims to protect these businesses from currency risks while providing access to long-term concessional financing. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of […] The post Nigeria, Japan launch venture capital initiative to boost youth entrepreneurship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown

Tribune Online Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown Nigeria’s oil production faces a fresh crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State’s coastal region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to NNPC Exploration & Production Limited (NEPL), threatening to shut down operations at Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 86 and 88 if their grievances over security contracts are not addressed. Tension as host communities threaten oil production shutdown Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Lokpobiri hails Caverton’s aviation, pledges support for expansion

Nigeria’s minister of state for petroleum resources (oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has lauded Caverton Helicopters for its contributions to the country’s read more Lokpobiri hails Caverton’s aviation, pledges support for expansion

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3 h. ago Nigeria, UNIDO sign $174.59m deal to create jobs, boost development

The Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation have signed a $174.59m Programme for Country Partnership agreement to boost Nigeria’s industrial development. According to a press statement by Mrs Julie Osagie-Jacobs, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, on Wednesday, the agreement, which will run for Read More

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