90 m. ago FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has instructed all banks in Nigeria to immediately identify and close any tax and levy collection accounts that are not authorised under the agency’s TaxPro Max system. This directive, announced through a public notice issued by the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Zacch Adedeji, and shared with journalists on Monday […] The post FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products

By Merit Ibe The Standards Organisation of Nigeria  (SON) has  reaffirmed its  unwavering commitment to public safety, consumer protection and the promotion of fair-trade practices in Nigeria. Director General and Chief Executive, SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke  made the commitment yesterday, during the  destruction exercise of substandard products worth billions of naira at the organisation’s […] The post SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance

By Chinenye Anuforo   The Nigeria eGovernment Summit 2025 is set to proffer digital solutions that will enhance effective governance through public-private partnerships. The summit, which is in its seventh edition, has the theme: ‘Public-Private Partnership for Effective eGovernnent Solutions’, and it’s scheduled to hold on August 28 in Lagos. Organised by DigiServe Networks Services, […] The post eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Tuesday, April 29, celebrated creativity in the civil service by awarding N12 million to winners of the 5th Annual Federal Public Service Innovation Competition. The Carpooling Team, a group of five civil servants, clinched the top prize of N5 million for their digital carpooling platform designed to […] The post Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office

From Adesuwa Tsan Ms Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, has urged young Nigerian women to actively participate in politics and public service to drive societal change. Speaking at the Beyond Boundaries Young Women’s Leadership Conference at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja, she encouraged women to shift from advocacy […] The post Presidential aide urges young women to enter politics, pursue public office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Adamawa govt approves recruitment of 4,000 into civil service

In an effort to tackle unemployment and boost economic growth, the Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved the read more Adamawa govt approves recruitment of 4,000 into civil service

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8 h. ago Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of four Federal Permanent Secretaries to enhance the Federal Civil Service’s operations and improve service delivery across key ministries. The move aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to boost efficiency and foster innovation in the civil service. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the […] The post Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Join Politics, Shape Nigeria’s Future, Presidency Tells Young Women

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Ms. Rinsola Abiola, has urged young Nigerian women to join politics and build careers in public service. This was also as she said that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration was committed to empowering young women. She made the call at the Beyond Boundaries Young […]

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10 h. ago FIRS mandates closure of unauthorised tax collection accounts

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has issued a directive to banks nationwide to immediately identify and close all unauthorised read more FIRS mandates closure of unauthorised tax collection accounts

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10 h. ago IGP pledges international collaboration to fight transnational crime

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to inter-agency and international cooperation in combating transnational crime. Egbetokun made this pledge during a meeting with Lord David Hanson, UK Minister of State for Home Affairs, at the Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja, on Tuesday. […] The post IGP pledges international collaboration to fight transnational crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Freedom Fighting Is My Right, Not Terrorism – Nnamdi Kanu Tells Court

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), reiterated in court on Tuesday, that his campaign for self-determination is not terrorism but a lawful exercise of his rights. During the proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja, a statement he made to the Department of State Services (DSS) on October 15, 2015, […] The post Freedom Fighting Is My Right, Not Terrorism – Nnamdi Kanu Tells Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Ijaw group commends DSS on arms seizure, arrest of UK Army Major

Urges govt to probe Army officer’s involvement in gun running From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   The Ijaw Youths Network has commended the Department of State Services for the seizure of 57 AK-47s, other rifles, and hundreds of ammunition in Asaba, Delta. The IYN also said that the arrest of a Delta State-born UK army Major […] The post Ijaw group commends DSS on arms seizure, arrest of UK Army Major appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NAF Institute trains army aviation personnel on fuel handling and administration

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF),  Tuesday said it has inaugurated the maiden edition of the Aviation Fuel Handling and Administration Course for Nigerian Army Aviation personnel. The technical training course which is being handled by the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), is designed to equip participants with the requisite knowledge […] The post NAF Institute trains army aviation personnel on fuel handling and administration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Akpabio, Eno, IGP, Others Bag Police Excellence Service Awards

Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his wife, Ekaette; Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno; the inspector general of police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun; and other eminent Nigerians have been bestowed with excellent service awards by the Akwa Ibom State Police Command. The commissioner of Police (CP), Baba Azare, who doled out the awards, explained that […]

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20 h. ago FCTA Building Entrepreneurship Skill Centre For Secondary Schools – Director

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says it is building an Entrepreneurship Skills Development Centre to promote entrepreneurship education in secondary schools. Dr Mohammed Ladan, the Director/Secretary, FCT Secondary Education Board, disclosed this in Abuja on Monday, on the sideline of a two-day training of FCT teachers on innovation and entrepreneurship education. Ladan told the […]

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23 h. ago Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed that the growing wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is propelled by the sterling performance of President Bola Tinubu, rather than political calculations. Governor Otu made the assertion at a high-profile event where he, alongside Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the National Chairman […] The post Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts

By Chinwendu Obienyi   Sage Grey Finance Limited, a financial institution has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices, while becoming a participatory member of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact initiative — a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices. With the announcement, Sage Grey Finance […] The post Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Pastor Abioye opens new church after retirement from winners chapel

By Seyi Babalola Pastor David Abioye has established a new church following his retirement from Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church, popularly known as Winners Chapel. Abioye stated on Monday evening via his official X handle that he would begin Sunday morning services on May 4. “Exciting news! By the grace of God, starting next […] The post Pastor Abioye opens new church after retirement from winners chapel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024-2025 Nigerian Premier Football League title. Tinubu described the historic victory, four years after the team’s promotion to the elite league, as a testament to the hard work, discipline, and unyielding spirit of the players, the coaching crew and the management. This was […] The post Tinubu Congratulates Remo Stars Over Historic League Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate has launched investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and 200 Euros confiscated by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The funds were discovered in an unaccompanied bag suspected to have been smuggled into […] The post EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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