37 m. ago Defections: We’ll soon receive you into APC, Ganduje replies Sule Lamido

Tribune Online Defections: We’ll soon receive you into APC, Ganduje replies Sule Lamido National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has dismissed defection rumours and, in a bold counter to opposition criticism, declared that former Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido will soon join the ruling party. Defections: We’ll soon receive you into APC, Ganduje replies Sule Lamido Tribune Online

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66 m. ago NIN: Nigerians to pay N28,574 for date of birth correction — NIMC

Tribune Online NIN: Nigerians to pay N28,574 for date of birth correction — NIMC Nigerians who wish to correct their NIN date of birth on the National Identification Number (NIN) database will now have to pay N28,574, following a sharp hike in service charges by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). NIN: Nigerians to pay N28,574 for date of birth correction — NIMC Tribune Online

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77 m. ago Leadership failure causes insurgency, corruption in Nigeria — UNIFEMGA

Tribune Online Leadership failure causes insurgency, corruption in Nigeria — UNIFEMGA " failure of leadership in Nigeria in the past has caused the nation a lot of challenges ranging from civil strife, insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, .. Leadership failure causes insurgency, corruption in Nigeria — UNIFEMGA Tribune Online

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93 m. ago Sowore Tears Into Labour Party Lawmakers Over APC Defections

Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has strongly criticised lawmakers elected under the Labour Party (LP) banner, accusing them of lacking genuine commitment to the party’s ideals. Sowore expressed disappointment over the number of LP lawmakers in both chambers of the National Assembly who have defected to the ruling […] The post Sowore Tears Into Labour Party Lawmakers Over APC Defections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Work Will Begin Next Month On Abandoned Osun House Project In Abuja – Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has assured that construction will commence on the abandoned Osun House project, which is located in the central business district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Adeleke stated this after a discreet inspection of the project in Abuja, expressing happiness that all contractual issues that delayed the commencement of […]

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1 hour ago How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports

Tribune Online How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports In 2021, Air Peace alone suffered 14 bird strikes, which affected its engines, while in 2022, the airline experienced four bird strike incidents. How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Kaduna: Nestle, others unveil initiative to support 25,000 smallholder farmers

Tribune Online Kaduna: Nestle, others unveil initiative to support 25,000 smallholder farmers In a bold step towards building a climate-resilient agricultural sector, AGRA, Nestlé Nigeria, and TechnoServe have launched the Strengthening Farmers’ and SMEs’ Resilience through Climate Smart Grain Production and Accessing the Structured Markets (StreFaS) initiative in Nigeria. The three-year initiative is funded by AGRA and Nestlé and will run from June 2024 to October 2027. […] Kaduna: Nestle, others unveil initiative to support 25,000 smallholder farmers Tribune Online

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2 h. ago ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore

Tribune Online ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore “But in terms of real opposition. I don’t know why anybody refers to Peter Obi as an opposition. He is not opposed to anything the government is doing. He didn’t organise his supporters to fight for the election victory he claimed. ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex-minister Olanrewaju "It is obvious now that the state indigenes have lost their patrimony. I think one of the participating parties can go to court and challenge the status quo. Can't this course of action be taken?" he said. Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex-minister Olanrewaju Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How religious fanaticism, ethnic bigotry have truncated Nigeria’s growth since 1960

Tribune Online How religious fanaticism, ethnic bigotry have truncated Nigeria’s growth since 1960 By Festus A. Akande NIGERIA, often described as the “Giant of Africa,” is a country rich in cultural diversity and natural resources. However, since gaining political independence from British colonial rule in 1960, Nigeria’s growth has been severely hampered by two intertwining issues: religious fanaticism and ethnic bigotry. These factors have not only undermined national […] How religious fanaticism, ethnic bigotry have truncated Nigeria’s growth since 1960 Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Business executive says he likes going on vacation to test if he’s hired the right people 

Tribune Online Business executive says he likes going on vacation to test if he’s hired the right people  “When I hear people say they have to check in while they're on vacation for things to get done, three possibilities come to mind... Business executive says he likes going on vacation to test if he’s hired the right people  Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks

Tribune Online NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks-off The Nigerian Capital Development Fund (NCDF) has announced the commencement of its landmark $1 billion investment aimed at accelerating inclusive economic growth and sustainable development across Nigeria. NCDF, one of the leading impact investment and development platforms, declared that its rolled out suite of groundbreaking programmes aim at transforming the nation’s socio-economic landscape. The programme, […] NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks-off Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call

Tribune Online How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call-up "Truckers too joined in solidarity and threatened to withdraw their services at the Lekki Deep seaport. The government had no choice but to suspend the enforcement commencement. The arrested petroleum Tankers were immediately released." How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call-up Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call

Tribune Online How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call-up Checks by the Nigerian Tribune has revealed that the threat by petroleum tanker and trucker drivers to withdraw their services from the $19.5 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep seaport forced the Lagos State government to quickly suspend the enforcement of its planned electronic call-up regime around the Lekki-Epe axis of […] How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call-up Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Trump to visit UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia to strengthen regional alliances

Tribune Online Trump to visit UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia to strengthen regional alliances Three energy-rich Gulf Arab nations are racing to turn their influence over Donald Trump into tangible gains Trump to visit UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia to strengthen regional alliances Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Don canvasses more engaging children literature to boost reading habits

Tribune Online Don canvasses more engaging children literature to boost reading habits "The use of colourful illustrations and imaginative storytelling can significantly attract young readers and stimulate their creativity," he noted Don canvasses more engaging children literature to boost reading habits Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FG tasks state commissioners on youth empowerment programmes

Tribune Online FG tasks state commissioners on youth empowerment programmes As someone who has benefitted from homegrown initiatives, I can confidently say that every program I have initiated since my time as Minister of State for Youth has received sponsorship from NGOs and relevant agencies. FG tasks state commissioners on youth empowerment programmes Tribune Online

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4 h. ago The dark side of virality: Content creation and brain drain among Nigerian youths

More and more young Nigerians are diving into content creation, chasing fame and fortune online. But behind the fun videos read more The dark side of virality: Content creation and brain drain among Nigerian youths

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6 h. ago NPA refutes corruption allegations, reaffirms transparency, commitment to port modernisation

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has categorically dismissed recent allegations of multi-billion-naira corruption as false, misleading and lacking any factual basis. Describing the claims circulated in some online platforms as “spurious,” the Authority reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to transparency, due process, and public accountability. In a statement, the NPA said its financial operations are conducted […] The post NPA refutes corruption allegations, reaffirms transparency, commitment to port modernisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “If Switching Parties Is Sin, Kwankwaso Has A Lot To Confess” – Rurum Fires Back

Hon. Kabiru Alhassan Rurum, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Air Force, has criticized Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso over his recent comments condemning defections from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Rurum, who represents the Rano/Bunkure/Kibiya Federal Constituency, described Kwankwaso’s remarks as hypocritical, recalling the former governor’s […] The post “If Switching Parties Is Sin, Kwankwaso Has A Lot To Confess” – Rurum Fires Back appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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