48 m. ago Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review

Tribune Online Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said its decision to return to market-driven pricing in the telecoms sector has spurred over one billion dollars in infrastructure investment in 2025. Mr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, said this during an interactive session with journalists in Lagos recently. He explained that the policy shift, introduced […] Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review Tribune Online

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63 m. ago Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her

Abimbola Olawunmi, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially joined the race for the 2025 Ekiti governorship election after purchasing the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination forms. Her declaration comes despite speculations that incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji would be returned as the consensus candidate of the ruling party. Addressing journalists shortly […] The post Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 m. ago “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola

Nigerian Afro House star Niniola Apata has opened up about the harrowing experience of witnessing the 1995 assassination of her father, retired Brigadier-General Simeon Apata. In a recent interview with Jay On Air, posted on X on Tuesday, Niniola recounted how the incident at their Lagos home has had a profound and enduring effect on […] The post “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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87 m. ago Reckless Drivers Knocking Down Streetlights In FCT Risk Prosecution, NSCDC Warns

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has expressed serious concern over the growing trend of streetlight vandalism by hit-and-run drivers across the nation’s capital city. He described the act as not only reckless but also a serious threat to public safety and […]

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2 h. ago FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has been urged to support the Nigerian media with targeted incentives, including tax reliefs and import duty waivers on essential media tools. Former Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Femi Soneye, made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, […] The post FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has proposed a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Police Force for the establishment of a National Task Force. The task force, to be drawn from relevant ministries and agencies in collaboration with the Police, is aimed at safeguarding federal assets […] The post IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians

Tribune Online Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians "Infrastructure is not just about roads and ports, but it is about building efficiency into every step of the supply chain.... Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Premier League: Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUK’s stadium

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has concluded arrangements to upgrade the facilities at the Bayero University Kano (BUK) stadium to meet Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standards. Recently, Barau FC, founded by Senator Jibrin, gained promotion from the Nigeria National League (NNL) to the NPFL after […] The post Premier League: Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUK’s stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago INEC fixes August 21 for rerun of inconclusive Zamfara assembly

To issue certificate of return to winners From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Thursday, August 21, for the rerun of the inconclusive by-election held in Kaura Namoda South State Constituency of Zamfara State. The commission also disclosed that it has declared Ngene Bright Emeka of the Labour Party (LP) […] The post INEC fixes August 21 for rerun of inconclusive Zamfara assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The long-delayed N2.4 trillion Centenary City project in Abuja has officially resumed, with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc awarded a N750 billion contract for the first phase of primary infrastructure. The Managing Director of Centenary City Free Zone Enterprises, Dr Ike Odenigwe, confirmed this in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, saying the […] The post Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Osun will develop technical, vocational education through capacity training, human capital devt — Adeleke’s aide

Tribune Online Osun will develop technical, vocational education through capacity training, human capital devt — Adeleke’s aide She stressed that the future of the state and the country would be built in the classroom, making it imperative to make teaching and practical training more attractive... Osun will develop technical, vocational education through capacity training, human capital devt — Adeleke’s aide Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic defence cooperation with the Czech Republic in its efforts to advance national security and regional stability. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, made this known when he received the Junior Deputy Minister of […] The post NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria Not Celebrating Intellectual Achievements Enough — Osayuwamen Saleh

Saleh called on Nigerians to use social media to spotlight those doing extraordinary work with their brains in academics, research, and innovation. The post Nigeria Not Celebrating Intellectual Achievements Enough — Osayuwamen Saleh appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria

Tribune Online US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria He noted that a key component of global trade lies in port efficiency, pointing out the striking similarities between US delegation commends APM Terminals over operations in Nigeria Tribune Online

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5 h. ago NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent assault on a member of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Edema Elohor Jennifer, by operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Group in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a video that went viral on Tuesday, the operatives […] The post NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike

By Seyi Babalola Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, believes former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential aspirations is dead on arrival. Wike, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today show on Tuesday, stated that Nigerians will not give Amaechi a chance in the 2027 election. Amaechi, a member of the African Democratic Congress […] The post 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Obasanjo library raid: Court jails two more internet fraudsters in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Tuesday, August 19, secured the conviction and sentence of two internet fraudsters before Justice D. I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The convicts, Olugbodi Adefolarin Pamilerin and Adenuga Ezekiel Oluwaseyi, are among […] The post Obasanjo library raid: Court jails two more internet fraudsters in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago PDP Poised To Usher In New Leadership Nigerians Need, Says Ex

A former House of Representatives member, Hon. Shina Peller, has declared that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been positioned to usher in a leadership being yearned for by Nigerians. Hon. Peller stated this on Tuesday while reacting to the victory of the PDP candidate in the last Saturday, August 16, 2025 Ibadan North […]

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5 h. ago Jaiz Bank unveils new identity, targets ₦200bn capital by 2028

Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest financial institution, has unveiled a bold new corporate identity and laid out an ambitious read more Jaiz Bank unveils new identity, targets ₦200bn capital by 2028

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5 h. ago Sango Festival: Makinde Receives UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has received the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate for Sango Festival, Oyo. The certificate presentation was sequel to the festival making it to the representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity upon the proposal made by Nigeria. Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa […]

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