22 m. ago FG Seeks Strong Military Collaboration, Intelligence Sharing To Tackle Terrorism 

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has called for strengthened military collaboration, intelligence sharing and capacity building among ECOWAS nations to safeguard the region and its people Matawalle stated this on Wednesday during the Gala Night for the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of […]

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67 m. ago Banks’ Audit Executives Seek Stronger Institutional Framework To Combat Fraud

The Association of Chief Audit Executives of Banks in Nigeria (ACAEBIN) has called for the improvement of governance structures, enhancement of risk management practices, and strengthening of the mechanisms that safeguard Nigeria’s financial system. The chairperson of ACAEBIN, Aina Amah stated this at the 2024 annual general meeting and fraud conference with the theme: ‘Fraud […]

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1 hour ago Ramadan: Care for the less privileged, Customs CG urges Muslims

The Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has called on Muslims to use the Ramadan period to support and empower the less privileged in the society. Adeniyi made the call on Thursday evening in Abuja at the Al-Habibiyya Mosque breaking of fast (Iftar) and daily feeding of about 2, 500 fasting Muslims and Read More

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4 h. ago Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills

Tribune Online Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills   Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy program, designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Building on the success of previous years, the program will continue to emphasise AI-powered business training, alongside the launch of a new season of […] Google launches Hustle Academy 2025: Empowering African SMBs with AI, marketing and business skills Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Rochas Foundation Partners UNIJOS For Educational Advancement 

Former governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, has said his education foundation (Rochas Foundation) will partner with the University of Jos to deepen education in the country. The former governor spoke during the matriculation ceremony for new students of the University of Jos for the 2024/2025 academic session. He said education remains the bedrock of […]

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7 h. ago Bishops seek pardon for farmer sentenced to death for killing herder

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to grant clemency to Mr. Sunday Jackson, whose death sentence was recently upheld by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court, on March 7, 2025, affirmed the death sentence of Jackson, a farmer from Adamawa State, for killing a Fulani herdsman, Ardo Bawuro, during Read More

Events

7 h. ago IWD: Emuwa, others advocate women collaboration at UBA Business Series

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of PUNCH Nigeria Limited, Mrs. Angela Emuwa, and panellists at the first Business Series of 2025 of the United Bank for Africa Plc on Thursday called on women to support themselves to break barriers and end pay inequality. The event, which doubles as the commemoration of the 2025 Read More

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7 h. ago Bill seeking constitutional roles for monarchs scales second reading

The Senate on Thursday approved for second reading the bill to establish the National Council for Traditional Rulers, aimed at formally giving monarchs and community heads vital roles in the country. The bill was sponsored by the senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong. When the bill was first introduced, it sparked extensive debate Read More

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8 h. ago For International Women’s Month, WEMA women executives support accelerating action

Ayodele Olojede, Divisional Head, Retail & SME, Wema Bank Plc In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, true leadership is about read more For International Women’s Month, WEMA women executives support accelerating action

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8 h. ago Fubara seeks peace as Ijaw supporters plan reception for Wike

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared his openness towards the attainment of peace, even as he called on all involved in the political crisis to also embrace peace in the interest of peace and development of the state. The Rivers logjam deepened on Wednesday as Fubara and 27 lawmakers of the state House Read More

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9 h. ago The art of academic argumentation: Building and defending your thesis

An argument is not a fight The art of argumentation—the ability to construct, present, and defend a thesis effectively – is at the heart of of academic discourse. The skill of crafting a compelling argument is paramount, whether you’re writing an undergraduate essay, a master’s dissertation, or a doctoral thesis. I this article, I explore […] The post The art of academic argumentation: Building and defending your thesis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Roche, Oncopadi tech to support 5,000 breast cancer patients

A multinational healthcare company, Roche and a provider of digital integrated healthcare services, Oncopadi Technologies have launched a Breast Cancer Access Navigation and Testing Programme targeted at supporting breast cancer patients across the country. The programme will also help to improve early detection and provide timely, accurate diagnosis of breast cancer by providing free immunohistochemistry Read More

Science

11 h. ago Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee

Tribune Online Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee "We cannot continue to operate with those tax laws that are archaic to meet our demands for survival, business and for the revenue target that we seek to achieve. Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU

Tribune Online Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU-SARAH project annually As the world mark the 2025 International Women’s day with special focus on the adolescent girl empowerment, the Adamawa State Government with support  from EU, UNICEF is set to empower  about 75,000 adolescent girls annually in the state. The EU-SARAH  project is aimed preparing the future mothers on how they can take control of their […] Adamawa: 75,000 adolescent girls, 2.4 million children to access EU-SARAH project annually Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Bill to introduce early voting for essential workers scales second reading in Senate

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) (Early Voting) Bill, 2024, through its second reading. The bill seeks to introduce early voting for certain categories of Nigerians, including election officials, security personnel, journalists, and observers. Leading the debate on the general principles of the bill on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, […] The post Bill to introduce early voting for essential workers scales second reading in Senate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Olori Atuwatse III Visits Georgia State Senate, Advocates Africa’s Transformation

The Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom, Olori Atuwatse III, made history with her visit to the Georgia State Senate, delivering a powerful speech on African innovation, global collaboration, and the need for cross-border partnerships in addressing global challenges. Addressing the legislators, the Queen Consort acknowledged the skepticism surrounding African royalty in Western contexts but assured […]

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16 h. ago Imo: Stakeholders commend Charles Obinna for sponsoring registration of 1,350 students for JAMB exam

In a remarkable show of commitment to youth empowerment and education, Mr. Charles Obinna, Chairman, Wheelbarrow Group, has received widespread commendation from stakeholders for sponsoring the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination registration of 1,350 students from the 27 local government areas of Imo State. The initiative, which aims to support indigent but brilliant […] The post Imo: Stakeholders commend Charles Obinna for sponsoring registration of 1,350 students for JAMB exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago 2027: I’m ready to support Peter Obi to recover Nigeria — Gov Bala

Tribune Online 2027: I’m ready to support Peter Obi to recover Nigeria — Gov Bala According to Bala Mohammed, "So, let me say it loud and clear because of those doubting Thomases who might want to preempt what we are doing. Myself as a person I am very ready to work with Peter Obi, we will come together, close ranks and give good governance to the country, we will give vibrant opposition with visions, honesty and accountability. 2027: I’m ready to support Peter Obi to recover Nigeria — Gov Bala Tribune Online

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17 h. ago “I Had Consent Of My Godfather, Buhari Before Leaving APC” – El

Former governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasiru El-Rufa’i, has said that he left the ruling All Progressives Congress with prayer support of ex- president Muhammadu Buhari. Recall that Mr. El-Rufai, while announcing  his defection to the Social Democratic Party in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Monday, cited lack of party’s vision. He […] The post “I Had Consent Of My Godfather, Buhari Before Leaving APC” – El-Rufai appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Keyamo backs XEJET as Namibia seeks direct flight with Nigeria

The Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has told the Namibian Ambassador to Nigeria, Humphrey Geiseb, that a Nigeria Carrier, XEJET, could be a potential partner with the country in its willingness to establish a direct flight between Nigeria and Windhoek. This was made known through a statement made available to PUNCH Online Read More

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