7 h. ago FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The federal government, through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection […] The post FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NSE calls for support of Nigerian engineers in building nation

Tribune Online NSE calls for support of Nigerian engineers in building nation The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) have called on the government to give support to engineers in building the nation. This call was made on Wednesday during the Turning of sod and foundation laying ceremony of the new office complex of the NSE Ibadan branch. The office complex, which is named after the Oyo state […] NSE calls for support of Nigerian engineers in building nation Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC

From Abel Leonard, Lafia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Nasarawa State, which was intended to celebrate infrastructural milestones, has instead opened a new chapter in the state’s political narrative, Daily Sun’s investigation reveals. A remark made by the president during his address—that he would support any gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Governor Abdullahi Sule—has […] The post Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Manufacturers ready to support government in growing nation’s economy

Tribune Online Manufacturers ready to support government in growing nation’s economy With the necessary support from governments at all levels, the nation’s manufacturers have expressed their readiness to collaborate fully with the Federal Government to grow the economy. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the multi-billion Naira, 800-MW solar manufacturing complex in Mowe, Ogun State, George Onafowokan, the Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) […] Manufacturers ready to support government in growing nation’s economy Tribune Online

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35 h. ago FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Federal Government is strongly backing local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as crucial for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos. This new facility, West Africa’s largest modular data center, was unveiled on Tuesday in a high-profile ceremony, marking a significant […] The post FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago FG Backs Local Hosting, Targets Digital Sovereignty With MTN’s Data Center Infrastructure

The federal government has thrown its weight behind local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as a strategic imperative for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos, the largest modular data facility of its kind in West Africa. With a combined investment of $285 million: $150 […]

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3 d. ago Anambra guber: Entertainers unite in Awka for Soludo’s second term bid

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Over 500 Master of Ceremonies (MCs) and comedians from all 21 local government areas of Anambra State have declared their support for Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s second term in office. At an event held at the Professor Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre, Awka, organised by the Anambra State Chapter of the […] The post Anambra guber: Entertainers unite in Awka for Soludo’s second term bid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Muhammad condemns violence among youths, supports Okpebholo’s move to end cultism

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Speaker, Edo State Youth Parliament, Rt. Hon. Fawaz Muhammad has condemned the increasingly rates of violence in the state just as he sues for support for the state governor, Monday Okpebholo so as to be able to win the war against cultism and other social vices in the state. He expressed […] The post Muhammad condemns violence among youths, supports Okpebholo’s move to end cultism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Ekiti Governor hails deputy’s loyalty, says working relationship with Afuye superb

As Senate leader, Adebayo, Oni, others grace Afuye mother’s burial From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has praised his deputy, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, for her loyalty and support since assumption of office. The Governor who appreciated his deputy’s supportive roles, described the almost three years working relationship with Afuye as […] The post Ekiti Governor hails deputy’s loyalty, says working relationship with Afuye superb appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Decentralised security architecture, only panacea to nation’s growing insecurity — Gani Adams

Tribune Online Decentralised security architecture, only panacea to nation’s growing insecurity — Gani Adams Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, in a statement released on Friday, strongly condemned the recent wave of violence in Benue State, which has led to the deaths of hundreds of people, destruction of property, and displacement of entire communities, insisting that urgent decentralisation of Nigeria’s security architecture remains the only viable solution to […] Decentralised security architecture, only panacea to nation’s growing insecurity — Gani Adams Tribune Online

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6 d. ago NSSEC launches ‘grow what you eat’ campaign with N300,000 seed

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC) has commenced the “Grow What You Eat ” initiative campaign in Abuja and other strategic locations across the geographical zones. At the launch of the campaign at Government Girl’s Secondary School, Dutse, Abuja, the Executive Secretary of NSSEC, Dr. Iyela Ajayi stated that the campaign […] The post NSSEC launches ‘grow what you eat’ campaign with N300,000 seed-fund to Abuja school  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from ‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’ — Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director

Tribune Online How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from ‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’ — Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director •Voter turnout may fall below 25 per cent unless… Kunle Lawal is a Nigerian political figure and Executive Director of Electoral College Nigeria, where he leads the charge for political literacy, civic engagement, and democratic accountability. Under his leadership, the Electoral College has grown into a nationally respected platform educating thousands of Nigerians on governance, […] How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from ‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’ — Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director Tribune Online

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7 d. ago FG, NEPZA, Dangote move to crash domestic prices of petroleum products

Tribune Online FG, NEPZA, Dangote move to crash domestic prices of petroleum products Federal government Committee on ‘One Stop-Shop’ on the sales of Crude in Naira, the Nigerian Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and Dangote Refinery & Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprises have agreed to meticulously midwife the presidential directive on crashing domestic prices of petroleum products to enhance national energy security, and promote economic growth. While paying a […] FG, NEPZA, Dangote move to crash domestic prices of petroleum products Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Makinde Earmarks N10m For Distribution Of New Book To Secondary Schools

The Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, announced the support of N10 million for the printing of a book: “Know Oyo State”, authored by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, for distribution across secondary schools in the state. Makinde made the announcement at the unveiling of the book where he […]

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8 d. ago Politicians must see civil servants as partners not nuisance for national transformation – Joe Abah

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the inaugural International Civil Service Conference themed “Rejuvenate, Innovate and Accelerate,” former Director General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Joe Abah, has challenged prevailing misconceptions about Nigeria’s civil service and called for renewed political will to harness its potential as a driver of national growth. Abah who delivered […] The post Politicians must see civil servants as partners not nuisance for national transformation – Joe Abah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Ogun lawmaker, Kaka, empowers 500 widows to mark 2nd year in office

Tribune Online Ogun lawmaker, Kaka, empowers 500 widows to mark 2nd year in office A lawmaker in Ogun, Hon Segun Kaka, has provided cash gifts, food items, and clothing to no fewer than 500 widows, in commemoration of his second year in office. Kaka, representing Ifelodun Constituency 11 in Ijebu North Local Government Area of the state, said the gesture was to support the less privileged and improve their […] Ogun lawmaker, Kaka, empowers 500 widows to mark 2nd year in office Tribune Online

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8 d. ago EU, UNICEF To Support Rehabilitation Of Benue’s Yelwata IDPs

The European Union (EU) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have pledged to support the Benue State Government in rehabilitating, reconstructing, and resettling over 4,000 displaced persons attacked by armed herdsmen two weeks ago at Yelwata Community. This is even as Governor Hyacinth Alia commended the EU, UNICEF and other development partners for their […]

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8 d. ago Bauchi: Ningi Emirate establishes taskforce to curb illegal charcoal production

Tribune Online Bauchi: Ningi Emirate establishes taskforce to curb illegal charcoal production As part of efforts to support the Bauchi State Government’s campaign against desert encroachment and environmental degradation, the Ningi Emirate has... Bauchi: Ningi Emirate establishes taskforce to curb illegal charcoal production Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The European Union (EU) and its partners have visited Makurdi, the Benue State capital, to sympathise and support victims of the attack on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, who led the partners to the state, said they […] The post Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Solid Minerals: FG backs construction of Africa’s largest processing plant in Nasarawa

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Federal government said it will provide all necessary institutional support for the construction of Africa’s largest rare earth’s and critical minerals processing plant in Nasarawa State by a mining company, Hasetins Commodities Limited. Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Dr. Dele Alake who announced government support, said, the $400 million project […] The post Solid Minerals: FG backs construction of Africa’s largest processing plant in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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