1 hour ago Keffi Jail Break: Gov Sule Decries Congestion, Provides Mattresses To Inmates

  Nasarawa State governor, Engr Abdullahi Sule has called for expedited action on cases of those awaiting trial at the Keffi Medium Correctional Centre, Nasarawa State. Governor Sule made the call when he visited the facility on Wednesday following a jail break where 16 inmates escaped. Our correspondent gathered that most of the inmates awaiting […]

Politics

1 hour ago FEC okays ₦13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade

Okays ₦142bn for bus terminals in six geo-political zones FG orders MDAs to end 2024 procurement by September From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Wednesday gave the green light for a ₦13 billion allocation dedicated to right-of-way compensation for the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. In addition, it has approved $34 million towards the […] The post FEC okays ₦13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

1 hour ago FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply

Tribune Online FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the release of N13 billion as compensation for right-of-way acquisitions under the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply Tribune Online

Politics

3 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves ₦142bn For Bus Terminals In 6 Geopolitical Zones

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of modern bus terminals in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones at a total cost of ₦142,028,576,008.17. Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, announced this while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Alkali said the contract was […]

Politics

4 h. ago Barcelona approve €7m loan to register Rashford, Garcia ahead of La Liga opener

Barcelona’s board has approved a €7million bank guarantee to complete the registrations of new signings Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia, read more Barcelona approve €7m loan to register Rashford, Garcia ahead of La Liga opener

Politics

5 h. ago FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

The Federal Executive Council FEC approved a seven year moratorium for the establishment of new tertiary institutions. Tunji Alausa, the read more FEC approves 7 years moratorium for establishment of federal tertiary institutions

Politics

5 h. ago Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12

Tribune Online Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12-year-old girl Gombe State Police Command has announced the recovery of vandalised electric cables, iron pipes, and railway track bolts in Bajoga, and the arrest of a Ward Head for a suspected case of rape. Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12-year-old girl Tribune Online

Events

6 h. ago Myanmar Air Strike On Stranded Convoy Kills Eight — Residents

Two local residents in the central Sagaing region, near the second biggest city of Mandalay, said air strikes hit a stationary convoy of trucks on Monday which had been stranded by nearby fighting. The post Myanmar Air Strike On Stranded Convoy Kills Eight — Residents appeared first on Channels Television.

Events

11 h. ago Cross River Assembly approves N642bn as 2025 supplementary budget

Tribune Online Cross River Assembly approves N642bn as 2025 supplementary budget Lawmakers said the supplementary budget was essential due to Governor Bassey Otu's focus on infrastructural development across the state's 18 local government areas. Cross River Assembly approves N642bn as 2025 supplementary budget Tribune Online

Politics

11 h. ago Comfort Emmanson: New twist as Ibom Air passenger may be compensated

Tribune Online Comfort Emmanson: New twist as Ibom Air passenger may be compensated As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the airline and regulatory authorities will respond to the new evidence.... Comfort Emmanson: New twist as Ibom Air passenger may be compensated Tribune Online

Politics

11 h. ago New Hampshire Capital announces new prepaid meter Prices for Ikeja Electric

New Hampshire Capital, a Meter Asset Provider (MAP), has announced new prepaid meter prices under the Meter Asset Provider (MAP) read more New Hampshire Capital announces new prepaid meter Prices for Ikeja Electric

Politics

12 h. ago NMDPRA Fixes Interim $1.13/Mscf Gas Transportation Tariff For Pipelines

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has approved an interim transportation tariff of $1.13 per thousand standard cubic feet (Mscf) for the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC). This tariff will be in effect from July 1 to December 31, 2025, covering all six major gas transportation networks across Nigeria. The interim […]

Politics

13 h. ago President Tinubu Appoints Kawu As Federal Commissioner, Pension Commission

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, OON and member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos, as a federal commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointment has been met with widespread commendation from political leaders, associates, and well-wishers nationwide, who have […]

Politics

14 h. ago FCTA approves firm to attract N11tn revenue through tourism in Dec

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commissioned a Nigerian firm to attract an estimated N11 trillion in annual revenue through tourism in the nation’s capital. Imoh Ebong, the chairman of Groovy December, disclosed this in Abuja yesterday. He added that the firm was working with the Federal Government’s agencies led […] The post FCTA approves firm to attract N11tn revenue through tourism in Dec appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

17 h. ago Hope Returns To Balanga As Inuwa Yahaya’s Hybrid Power Project Ends Years Of Darkness

For over two decades, communities in Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State have lived in the shadows. With no electricity supply, homes remained dark, schools under-resourced, and small businesses stifled. But a glimmer of hope is finally emerging from the heart of Balanga Dam. In a landmark move, the Gombe State Government has launched […]

Politics

18 h. ago Governance dispute: TCN minority shareholders laud SEC oversight, propose next steps

By Chukwuma Umeorah Minority shareholders of Tourist Company of Nigeria Plc (TCN) have commended the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its sustained regulatory oversight of the company, while calling for a fair resolution to the prolonged ownership and governance dispute. The shareholders, numbering over 4,000, attributed the lingering deadlock to the failure of the […] The post Governance dispute: TCN minority shareholders laud SEC oversight, propose next steps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

30 h. ago Rethinking the Electricity Act, 2023: From yesterday’s logic to tomorrow’s markets

For decades, Nigeria has lived in a bitter contradiction: one of Africa’s largest economies, abundant energy resources, and a globally read more Rethinking the Electricity Act, 2023: From yesterday’s logic to tomorrow’s markets

Politics

30 h. ago IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Legal Section of the Force to the Directorate of Legal Services with immediate effect, in line with ongoing strategic reforms aimed at ... IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services Tribune Online

Politics

32 h. ago Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement to drive digital inclusion

By Chinenye Anuforo Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the various countries. The agreement marks a transformative milestone in promoting digital inclusion and expanding access to reliable connectivity across Africa. The […] The post Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement to drive digital inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

32 h. ago IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police(IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Nigeria Police Force Legal Section to the Directorate of Legal Services. The gesture according to the IGP, is In line with the ongoing strategic reforms aimed at strengthening institutional capacity and enhancing operational efficiency across all departments of […] The post IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics