27 m. ago Ministries unite to protect fiber cables from road construction damage

By Chinenye Anuforo The Federal Ministry of Works (FMoW) and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMoCIDE) have established a Joint Standing Committee on the Protection of Fiber Optic Cables to address the persistent issue of fiber optic cuts and damages caused by road construction and rehabilitation activities. These disruptions have had […] The post Ministries unite to protect fiber cables from road construction damage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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98 m. ago Babangida’s book promotes national unity, offers leadership lessons, says Harvard alumnus

By Gift Ishaq An alumnus of Harvard University and prominent member of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Engr Abdullahi Hashim, has disclosed that the memoir by the former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, has offered valuable lessons arising from leadership dynamics Hashim also stated that General Babangida’s book is a […] The post Babangida’s book promotes national unity, offers leadership lessons, says Harvard alumnus appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago UNICEF To Cut Workforce, Travels Over Stoppag Of USAID Funds By Trump

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has disclosed plans to reduce its workforce and travels as part of measures to mitigate the effect of the cut of USAID funding by President Donald Trump’s administration. UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Gilles Fagninou disclosed this on Monday during an assessment visit to some of […]

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7 h. ago UNICEF To Cut Workforce, Travels Over Stoppage Of USAID Funding By Trump

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has disclosed plans to reduce its workforce and travels as part of measures to mitigate the effect of the cut of USAID funding by President Donald Trump’s administration. UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Gilles Fagninou disclosed this on Monday during an assessment visit to some of […]

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8 h. ago Aiyedatiwa appoints Fasoranti’s son as SSG, reappoints advisers

The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the appointment of the son of the Afenifere Leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti as the Secretary to the State Government. The appointment came a few hours after Aiyedatiwa was inaugurated as the seventh executive governor of the state on Monday. This was contained in a Read More

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10 h. ago Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills

Tribune Online Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills The Federal Ministry of Youth Development in collaboration with the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has launched a transformative capacity-building programme to enhance skills in Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence for both senior management and junior staff members of the Ministry. Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Man United announces ‘hard choices’ to address financial woes, others

Manchester United has announced a transformation plan designed to revamp its corporate structure, improve financial sustainability, and enhance operational efficiency. The club noted that after five consecutive years of financial losses since 2019, the club is taking decisive action to restore profitability and strengthen its position on and off the pitch. A central pillar of Read More

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11 h. ago Isaac Fayose to Nigerians: ‘Make we put VeryDarkMan as INEC chairman’

Tribune Online Isaac Fayose to Nigerians: ‘Make we put VeryDarkMan as INEC chairman’ Social commentator Isaac Fayose has proposed that activist and social critic Vincent Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), should be appointed as the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Isaac Fayose to Nigerians: ‘Make we put VeryDarkMan as INEC chairman’ Tribune Online

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12 h. ago UNICEF vows to sustain support for Nigeria despite funding hitches

Tribune Online UNICEF vows to sustain support for Nigeria despite funding hitches The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has vowed to sustain its support for the Nigerian government and communities in the North East region, despite facing significant funding hitches following the recent cessation of USAID funding. UNICEF vows to sustain support for Nigeria despite funding hitches Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Prince Rejects Appeal Court Ruling Affirming Oba Ghandi As Soun Of Ogbomoso

One of the contestants to the throne of Soun of Ogbomoso, Prince Kabir Olaoye, has approached the Supreme Court to challenge last Tuesday’s ruling of Court of Appeal affirming the selection of Oba Ghandi Olaoye as Soun. Prince Kabir had in 2022 filed a suit to challenge the nomination and selection of the then Prince […]

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13 h. ago Coalition Urges Senate To Reject Bill On NASS Clerk Appointment

A coalition of retired civil servants in Nigeria has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to reject a proposed legislation seeking to limit the appointment of the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA) to only individuals who have served within the legislative chambers. In a letter signed by the convener of the group, Comrade Bango […]

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13 h. ago Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment

Tribune Online Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Apple announced Monday its plan to establish a 250,000-square-foot factory in Texas by 2026, where it will manufacture artificial intelligence servers to support its AI-driven features. The move is part of a broader $500 billion investment in the United States over the next four years, which also includes job creation, supplier partnerships, and infrastructure expansion. […] Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Kwara Court Remands Son, Parents, 4 Others For Alleged Murder Of College Student

A Kwara State High court sitting in Ilorin on Monday ordered that the seven (7) suspects standing trial for the alleged murder of Mojisola Awesu, a student of the Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa be remanded in the correctional facility. Justice Ibrahim Yusuf gave the order following the absence of the counsel to […]

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13 h. ago Kano APC chairman dismisses minister’s threat to leave party

Tribune Online Kano APC chairman dismisses minister’s threat to leave party The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, has said that the threat by the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, to dump the APC was immaterial as he (Ata) has never been a member of the party (APC). Kano APC chairman dismisses minister’s threat to leave party Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Chevening Scholars Champion Climate Justice, Youth Empowerment

A development activist, Aderonke Ige and 43 other Nigerian Chevening scholars have returned home with a renewed commitment to driving climate justice and youth empowerment. Fresh from their master’s programmes under the prestigious Chevening Scholarship in the United Kingdom, the scholars received a warm welcome from the British High Commission in Nigeria, signalling the start […]

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21 h. ago Tragic Bus Fire In Jigawa Claims Four Lives, Leaves Ten Injured

A fire that broke out in a Hummer bus in Jigawa State on February 22, 2025, resulted in four people being burned beyond recognition and ten others sustaining injuries. The incident took place around 4:00 pm, close to the Government Girls Unity Secondary School in Gwaram. In a statement on Sunday, SP Lawan Adam, the […] The post Tragic Bus Fire In Jigawa Claims Four Lives, Leaves Ten Injured appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago FITC Launches Industry Report To Drive Insurance Sector’s Growth

The Nigerian insurance industry has been ranked 70th globally in terms of premium volume, far behind peers such as South Africa (20th) and the United States (1st), according to a new comprehensive report launched by FITC. The FITC is a leading financial training and consulting institution. The report draws insights from top industry executives and […]

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22 h. ago Gov Buni Establishes Yobe Mining Development Company, Appoints Engr Yerima As MD

In a bold move to harness the untapped solid mineral resources in Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has announced the establishment of the Yobe Mining Development Company (YMDC) and appointed a renowned geologist, Engr. Bamodu Yerima, , as its pioneer Managing Director. A statement issued by the senior special Assistant Digital and Strategic Communication, […]

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23 h. ago Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Jumoke Oduwole, has called on Nigerians to preserve the legacy that the late Pa. Ayo Adebanjo laid down before his demise. She made this call during her visit to the family of the deceased in Lekki yesterday. “We need to appreciate the impactful life he lived, […] The post Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Foundation supports orphans with cash, school uniforms in Katsina

Tribune Online Foundation supports orphans with cash, school uniforms in Katsina A Katsina philanthropist and educationist Dr Kabir Magaji Gafia has vowed to keep supporting the education of the less privileged and the orphaned school children who have lost their parents. Magaji Gafia who is the Executive Secretary of the State Universal Basic Education Board disclosed this today at the flag-off of the assistance distribution to […] Foundation supports orphans with cash, school uniforms in Katsina Tribune Online

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