32 m. ago VIDEO: Paul Okoye blames Peter for Jude’s detention, seeks elder brother’s release

Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, popularly called RudeBoy of Psquare, has stated that his twin brother, Peter, is the one behind the legal troubles of their elder brother, Jude. At the court’s sitting on Friday for Jude’s bail application, Paul promised to secure Jude’s release, insisting that he is standing for the truth.  Recall that the Read More

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49 m. ago Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president

Tribune Online Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president Deputy Senate President, Senator Jubril Barau, has stated that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu's administration is aimed at providing food for all through improved agricultural practices. Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president Tribune Online

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52 m. ago Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system

Tribune Online Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to grant approvals for Authorised Dealer Banks (ADBs) that are still resisting the B’Odogwu system. Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system Tribune Online

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92 m. ago EPL: Guardiola dismisses claims of major Man City squad overhaul

Pep Guardiola says his veteran Manchester City stars still have a key role to play in the club’s rebuild as he seeks to reclaim past glories after a difficult season. City have only the FA Cup left to compete for in terms of silverware, following the collapse of their Premier League title defence and their Read More

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2 h. ago AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months

From Sola Ojo, Abuja In a significant boost to the education sector in Kaduna State, the Adolescent Girls Initiative Learning Enhancement (AGILE) project has delivered 60 new schools from scratch across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state within eight months. The AGILE project in Kaduna State is being implemented by the Federal Ministry […] The post AGILE project delivers 60 new schools in Kaduna in eight months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO

Tribune Online 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has reported that around 6,000 transformers were vandalised across Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states during the four-day nationwide blackout. However, the company stated that KEDCO issues monthly bills totalling N12 billion across the three states but often collects less than N6 billion. Revealing this at a town hall meeting […] 6,000 transformers vandalised during nationwide blackout — KEDCO Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities

Tribune Online Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has suspended, with immediate effect, the State Acting Head of Service and Permanent Secretary, Establishment, Salisu Mustapha, over alleged salary deductions and the non-payment of some civil servants’ salaries. Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Keyamo threatens international airlines over local caterer patronage

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has threatened to reject the summer schedule of foreign airlines that refuse to patronize local caterers for outboard meals. The minister made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting on ‘Transforming the Aviation Industry’ held in Lagos on Friday. Keyamo expressed his dissatisfaction with international airlines for Read More

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2 h. ago Customs hand over 4,973 loaves of cannabis, suspects to NDLEA

The Nigeria Customs Service, Western Marine Command, has officially handed over 4,973 loaves of Cannabis Sativa and two suspects to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further investigation and prosecution. The command said it had also transferred 195 bottles of 300ml codeine to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control. The Read More

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3 h. ago Police raid kidnappers’ hideout in Delta, free five hostages

Operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cybercrime Squad of the Delta State Police Command engaged suspected kidnappers in the Ubuluku-Ogwashi-Uku forests, where victims were being held hostage. They successfully rescued five members of Elyon Paradise Ministry, Ogwashi-Uku, who had been abducted while attending a night vigil at the church. Following the kidnapping on February 22, Read More

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3 h. ago Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development has threatened to reject summer schedule of foreign airlines who refuse read more Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

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3 h. ago Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February

Tribune Online Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February In ensuring compliance with extant laws and policies, the Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has generated N2,048,487,969 as revenue between 1 and 27 February. Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Abia residents protest excessive electricity bills, petition NERC

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   Residents of Evina axis, a suburb of Aba, in Aba South Local Government Area of Abia State, have protested what they described as crazy bills from Aba Power and have therefore petitioned the Nigerian Electricity Regulation Commission (NERC) for intervention. In a petition addressed to the officer in charge, NERC […] The post Abia residents protest excessive electricity bills, petition NERC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills

Tribune Online FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills The initiative seeks to close the business skills gap and improve sustainable animal health services, particularly within communities. FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that electricity consumers on Band B are not paying sufficient tariffs for the electricity they receive. This declaration was made on Thursday at the Public Presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan (NIRP) in Abuja. According to Adelabu, the disparity between […] The post Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago We are fighting insecurity with  Education,  youth empowerment  – Imo state Legislator 

…pays WAEC fees for 104 students  …Also sponsors Bill for the creation of Film Village, Academy  From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The member representing OnuImo state constituency in the Imo state House of Assembly, Hon James Esile Uba has said that the only way to insecurity in the state is through Education and empowering the youths […] The post We are fighting insecurity with  Education,  youth empowerment  – Imo state Legislator  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Tax Bills: Experts Warn Against Undermining Nigeria Customs Service

As Nigeria pushes forward with its ambitious tax reform agenda, concerns are mounting that proposed legislative changes could inadvertently weaken the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to the point of redundancy. At a public hearing organized by the House of Representatives special committee on Tax Reform Bills, stakeholders warned that shifting customs revenue collection to a […]

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7 h. ago Danny Oyekan: How Blockchain Can Transform Africa’s Economy And Governance

Picture a bustling marketplace in Lagos. Traders shout out their prices, customers haggle, and transactions happen in cash. It is a trust-based system that lacks efficiency, transparency, and security. Imagine a future where every transaction is recorded in a digital ledger, accessible to all, and immune to fraud. This is the promise of blockchain technology—a […]

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8 h. ago How I returned N500m ‘bribes’ disguised as funeral gifts — EFCC boss, Olukoyede

Tribune Online How I returned N500m ‘bribes’ disguised as funeral gifts — EFCC boss, Olukoyede “When I got home, my gate man presented a box (carton) to me, and inside it, I saw so many cheques and drafts from ministers, permanent secretaries, directors, DGs of agencies, etc. How I returned N500m ‘bribes’ disguised as funeral gifts — EFCC boss, Olukoyede Tribune Online

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9 h. ago CADEF seeks stringent regulations, consumer education to drive renewable energy adoption

By Chinenye Anuforo Experts and the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF) are calling for a significant overhaul in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector, emphasizing the necessity of robust standards and comprehensive policy frameworks. CADEF recently hosted a webinar, “Understanding Solar Panel Efficiency and Battery Storage,” building on their December 2024 “DER Advantage” session, which aimed […] The post CADEF seeks stringent regulations, consumer education to drive renewable energy adoption appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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