1 hour ago JAMB delists 5 CBT centres, arrests 27 impersonators, warns against unauthorized restrictions

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has delisted the five computer-based test (CBT) centres that failed to meet the read more JAMB delists 5 CBT centres, arrests 27 impersonators, warns against unauthorized restrictions

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4 h. ago “Legalize Guns, Allow Nigerians Protect Themselves Against Terrorists” – Ex

Former minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has demanded that Nigerians should be allowed to acquire firearms to defend themselves against terrorist attack. Mr. Dalung believes that the approval would put an end to the incessant killings going on in Benue, Plateau, Kwara and other places in the country. Addressing newsmen on Friday, the […] The post “Legalize Guns, Allow Nigerians Protect Themselves Against Terrorists” – Ex-Minister Tells NASS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Defections: Wabara accuses Tinubu of turning Nigeria into one

APC’ll soon pay dearly for it From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Senator Adolphus Wabara, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT), has accused President Bola Tinubu of attempting to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. He warned that this move would backfire, predicting that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will soon […] The post Defections: Wabara accuses Tinubu of turning Nigeria into one-party state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Bauchi Govt, UNICEF Target 2.5m Children For Polio Vaccination

Bauchi State government in collaboration with UNICEF, has launched a campaign to vaccinate over 2.5 million children against polio, including those in hard-to-reach and security-compromised areas. At the flag-off campaign in Bauchi on Friday, the executive chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Board, Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, revealed that of the 13 zero-dose […]

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20 h. ago 14 Years On, Instant Payment Transforms Lives, Businesses In Northern Nigeria

A 42-year-old textile dealer in Bauchi, Adamu Yusuf, reached for his smartphone with anxiety and anticipation on a sweltering afternoon. Earlier, a customer had left his shop, promising to send money for a bulk order. Minutes later, a ping confirmed the transfer. Yusuf exhaled, his face breaking into a smile. “I can’t imagine life and […]

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23 h. ago Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George

With rising defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including significant exits in Delta State. Party chieftain Chief Bode George expressed confidence that the PDP would recover and emerge stronger after its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for May 15. Speaking to newsmen, George addressed the party’s challenges, particularly the high-profile departures, such […] The post Mass Exits Won’t Undermine PDP’s Political Power – Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Insufficient To Cover Basic Living Costs – NLC President

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has raised serious concerns about the financial burden workers are facing in the country, particularly in relation to electricity tariffs and the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero, in a statement on Friday, highlighted the stark reality that workers are now paying more for electricity than their […] The post Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Insufficient To Cover Basic Living Costs – NLC President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Launch Agribusiness Policy To Stabilise Food Prices

The Federal Government is set to launch the National Agribusiness Policy Mechanism (NAPM) to strengthen agricultural productivity, stabilise food prices, and drive economic growth. The NAPM is part of broader initiatives aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector through data-driven policies and public-private partnerships. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this while speaking on Friday in […]

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30 h. ago Agric minister laments poor state of Agricultural research institutes

…As he meets with the newly appointed Board Chairman Abubakar Kyari, Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, FMAFS, has read more Agric minister laments poor state of Agricultural research institutes

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30 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Hails Simon Ekpa’s Extradition As Victory For South

The apex Igbo sociocultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has welcomed the Finnish Court’s verdict approving the extradition of Biafran agitator, Simon Ekpa, to Nigeria. The development is seen as a significant triumph for the South-East region, marking a crucial step towards restoring peace and dignity. In a statement signed by the Deputy President General, Mazi Okechukwu […]

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35 h. ago Global market turbulence tests Nigeria’s ambitious 2025 spending plan

Six months ago, an article titled “Why Nigeria’s bold budget projections could backfire” was published by BusinessDay. It flagged a read more Global market turbulence tests Nigeria’s ambitious 2025 spending plan

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37 h. ago N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Director-General, Energy Commission of Nigeria, ECN, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi has described the Federal Government’s approval of a N10 billion solar power project for the Presidential Villa, as a testament for transparent governance and nation building. This is contained in a statement he made available to journalists in Abuja. The statement […] The post N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Banditry: Southern Kaduna Community Hails Gov Sani For Military Base

Residents of Barga, Awon ward in Kachia local government area in the southern part of Kaduna State, have commended Governor Uba Sani for approving the establishment of a Military Forward Operations Base (FOB). The residents gave the commendation during a tour of the project by the APC stakeholders in Kachia. Barga community leader Zanko Adamu […]

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38 h. ago Foreign Dominance: Shipowner Demands Waiver Clause Removal In Cabotage Trade

A foremost Shipowner, Tunji Brown, has called for the removal of the waiver clause and replaced it with a right of first refusal provision to ensure local Shipowners have a fair opportunity to compete for contracts. Speaking to LEADERSHIP, the former secretary general and member of the Board of Nigerian Shipowners Association (NISA), expressed concern […]

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39 h. ago Morocco’s $10b plan shows Nigeria how to use rail to strengthen a nation’s economy

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI gave the go-ahead on Thursday for a rail expansion plan worth $10.3 billion, a good example read more Morocco’s $10b plan shows Nigeria how to use rail to strengthen a nation’s economy

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40 h. ago National Economic Council postpones state police discussion for third time

The national economic council (NEC) postponed discussions on creating state police for the third time, blaming time constraints from lengthy read more National Economic Council postpones state police discussion for third time

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45 h. ago ‘More women in leadership is not a DEI initiative, it is simple business sense’

Juliet Anammah recently made history with her announcement as the first female Chairman, Board of Directors of Nigerian Breweries Plc, read more ‘More women in leadership is not a DEI initiative, it is simple business sense’ -Juliet Anammah

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48 h. ago NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, met on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, but postponed discussions on state police despite escalating insecurity. Attendees included governors, Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and CBN Governor Yemi […] The post NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan

Shettima: We’re builders of a sustainable future, not crisis managers Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, approved the Cotton, Textile, and Garment Development Board and agribusiness and livestock strategies projected to generate $74–$90 billion by 2035, aiming to boost Nigeria’s economy and address insecurity. […] The post NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago NEC eyes $90bn from establishment of textile devt board, livestock transformation

In a bid to reposition Nigeria’s economy and tackle insecurity from its roots, the National Economic Council (NEC) has approved read more NEC eyes $90bn from establishment of textile devt board, livestock transformation

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