33 m. ago Obi of Onitsha rejects report on northern youths, calls for harmony

The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe has denied issuing any warning to northern youths over the killing of hunters in Edo state. In a statement on Thursday by his chief of staff, Osita Anionwu said the monarch has not made any statement concerning the incident in Edo State. The statement came after claims of the Read More

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2 h. ago Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade

Tribune Online Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade The Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has identified what he termed a paradox in Governor Makinde's succession issue. Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Segun Arinze Reflects On Past Disagreement With Emeka Ike, Reveals They’ve Mended Ties

Veteran actor Segun Arinze has shared details about his previous disagreement with fellow actor Emeka Ike, explaining that they have since made amends. In an interview with QEDNG, shared on YouTube Wednesday, Arinze discussed their disagreement, which originated from a leadership issue within the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) in 2009. Segun highlighted the significance […] The post Segun Arinze Reflects On Past Disagreement With Emeka Ike, Reveals They’ve Mended Ties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Trade war: What to know about UK’s retaliatory plans against Trump’s tariffs

Tribune Online Trade war: What to know about UK’s retaliatory plans against Trump’s tariffs The UK is taking a firmer stance against the new US tariffs, signaling a shift in its approach to trade tensions.  The government has announced a consultation with businesses to assess the impact of potential retaliatory measures, keeping all options open while negotiations with the US continue. UK’s Response to the Tariffs The US has […] Trade war: What to know about UK’s retaliatory plans against Trump’s tariffs Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Healthtracka holds Banking on Women’s Health Conference, Innovation Award May 3

By John Ogunsemore Leading healthcare company, HealthTracka has unveiled the highly anticipated Banking on Women’s Health Conference (BWHC) and launch of the groundbreaking Banking on Women’s Health Innovation Award, both dedicated to transforming the landscape of women’s healthcare in Nigeria. The announcement is contained in a statement sent to Daily Sun on Thursday, April 3. […] The post Healthtracka holds Banking on Women’s Health Conference, Innovation Award May 3 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto

Tribune Online Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed 11 farmers in Lugu town, Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack occurred in the early hours of Wednesday as the military wanted Turji and his gang were returning from a Sallah visit to a community in the area. A resident of Isa, Basharu Altine […] Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Tribune Online

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7 h. ago LAUTECH: Aseyin holds stakeholders’ meeting, warns estate agents

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Sefiu Oyebola Adeyeri III, Ajirotutu I, has told estate agents in Iseyin to stop extorting students from higher institutions. He warned them against charging extra percentage fees on rent. The monarch spoke on Wednesday evening at a stakeholders’ meeting. He called it to tackle issues faced […] The post LAUTECH: Aseyin holds stakeholders’ meeting, warns estate agents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Coronation Group equips 1,000 Lagos students with financial skills

Coronation Group has empowered over 1,000 students in Lagos with financial literacy skills, noting that the move is aimed at equipping students with essential financial knowledge, foster responsible money management and long-term wealth-building habits. Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Coronation Group, Wole Onasanya on Thursday said, Read More

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7 h. ago Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security

Tribune Online Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Newly appointed management team of the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority (LNRBDA), Ilorin, led by the managing director, Engineer Olusola George-Olumoroti, has promised to reposition the Authority to her original mandate of ensuring food abundance and food security for the nation within one year of his tenure. It is recalled that President Bola Tinubu […] Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Tribune Online

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8 h. ago NHRC, civil society groups urge transparent probe into Uromi killings

Tribune Online NHRC, civil society groups urge transparent probe into Uromi killings The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and civil society organizations in Kano State have commended President Bola Tinubu’s swift directive to security operatives to apprehend those responsible for the killing of 16 Hausa hunters in Uromi, Edo State. Speaking at a press conference in Kano, NHRC State Coordinator Shehu Abdullahi and Peter Hassan Tijani, Executive […] NHRC, civil society groups urge transparent probe into Uromi killings Tribune Online

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8 h. ago NAFDAC reopens Onitsha’s drug market after regulatory crackdown

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday announced that it had reopened the Bridgehead read more NAFDAC reopens Onitsha’s drug market after regulatory crackdown

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10 h. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Reopening Of Lagos Bridge, Opts For Palliative Repairs

The Federal Government has announced the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) in Lagos to vehicular movement, opting for palliative fixes while deferring full rehabilitation works. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave the directive in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede […]

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Expert Warns Against Looming Food Crisis In Kogi

An agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, has warned that agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The […]

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13 h. ago Diaspora Nigerians Protest Poor Investment Environment, Demolition Of Properties

Nigerians in Chicago have protested against alleged poor investment environment, as well as demolition of their businesses in Nigeria, threatening to hold similar  protests in all States of America, Canada and Europe until  President Bola Tinubu addresses the issue of enabling environment for foreign investors so as to repose confidence in his administration. Speaking through […]

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16 h. ago Metal poisoning: Sokoto warns against patronising native doctors

The Sokoto State Government has expressed concern over the use of harmful traditional practices in treating metal poisoning cases. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Wurno, condemned the practice of making incisions on patients’ stomachs as a form of treatment and called for its immediate cessation. Speaking during the presentation of government-supplied drugs for metal Read More

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16 h. ago Uromi Killings: Bala Praises Tinubu, Governors For Rapid Response

In light of the recent tragic event in Uromi, Edo State, where a mob killed 16 individuals suspected of kidnapping, the chairman of the House Committee on Public Service, Hon (Engr) Sani Bala Tsanyawa, has expressed deep appreciation for the swift actions taken by President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly and state governors. Hon. Tsanyawa […]

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16 h. ago Sokoto Assembly Lauds Gov Aliyu For Executing Projects Without Borrowing

The deputy speaker of Sokoto State House of Assembly, Kabir Ibrahim Kware, has commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for executing numerous developmental projects without taking loans from any financial institution. He gave the commendation when he led the members of the legislature on Sallah’s homage to Gov. Aliyu. A statement issued by the press secretary to […]

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17 h. ago Lynched travellers: Edo politician condemns killings, slams police over insecurity

A senatorial aspirant under the Labour Party in Edo State, Paul Okojie, has condemned the recent mob killings of 16 Northerners in Uromi, Edo State, blaming the police for the incident. In a press statement Tuesday, Okojie said that the victims who were burnt alive by an irate mob were targeted in response to growing Read More

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19 h. ago Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Minister of state for Works, Barrister Mohammed Goronyo, has said that Nigerians should be proud to have President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their President. He made this known in an interview with Daily Sun in Sokoto, recently. The minister also spoke on Tinubu’s leadership, the positive changes his administration has […] The post Tinubu: Nigerians should be proud to have him as President –Works minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago JUST IN: Umahi orders opening of Independence bridge after Lagos traffic chaos

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos. The minister issued the directive on Wednesday following the massive traffic gridlock that enveloped the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, confirmed the latest development in a telephone Read More

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