2 h. ago NUPRC To Prioritise Frontier Basin Exploration, Competitive Licensing Process

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has assured that its ongoing reforms will result in significant improvements in oil production and energy efficiency in the country. The Commission chief executive officer (CCE), Gbenga Komolafe, expressed optimism about the Commission’s forward agenda, which includes: sustaining competitive licensing rounds, accelerating frontier basin exploration; fast-tracking the reactivation […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge In Niger

President Bola Tinubu has approved ₦16.7 billion for the immediate reconstruction of the Mokwa Bridge in Niger State. The bridge which was destroyed during the devastating floods that hit the area in May 2025, causing significant damage to infrastructure and displacing thousands of residents. The floods claimed over 150 lives and displaced thousands of residents […] The post Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Tinubu approves N16.7bn for immediate reconstruction of Mokwa Bridge

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the release of N16.7 billion for the immediate reconstruction of the Mokwa Bridge in Niger State, which was destroyed by flooding in May this year. The Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Rabiu Ibrahim, in a statement made available to […] The post Tinubu approves N16.7bn for immediate reconstruction of Mokwa Bridge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Telecom operators to pump $1 Billion into Nigeria’s networks by 2025 – NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that telecom operators in the country will invest more than $1 billion in read more Telecom operators to pump $1 Billion into Nigeria’s networks by 2025 – NCC

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21 h. ago Flooding: Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge

Over 150 people in the Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger died following the devastating flood that destroyed homes and displaced thousands of residents in May. The post Flooding: Tinubu Approves ₦16.7bn For Immediate Reconstruction Of Mokwa Bridge appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate has arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State. In a statement posted on X.com on Friday, the EFCC stated that a pump-action rifle and live cartridges were found in possession of one of the suspects. The statement partly read, “Their arrest on Friday, August 15, […] The post EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Edo, Recover Pump-Action Rifle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Oyo Govt Kicks Off Safety Sensitisation For Industrial Workers

The Oyo State government has commenced a state-wide sensitisation and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving workplace safety, protecting workers’ welfare and preventing industrial crises in the state. Speaking during the flag-off campaign in Ibadan, the commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives and Industry, Adeniyi Adebisi, said the exercise was a proactive step to engage industries, educate […]

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37 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity

The Niger State government has concluded plans to enhance security infrastructure in public schools across local councils affected by insecurity. Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, disclosed the development in Minna, praising UNICEF and other partners for their technical support and unwavering commitment to improving the state’s education sector. Dr. Asabe […] The post Niger State Takes Bold Steps To Safeguard Schools Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment

Ikono Local Government Council in Akwa Ibom State has launched a network of Free Registration Support Centres to assist residents in participating in the ongoing Akwa Ibom State Civil Service Recruitment exercise. The initiative, approved by the Executive Chairman, Oto-Obong Okon Essien, COP, is aimed at ensuring that no qualified indigenous person is left out […] The post Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Plateau Trains Stakeholders In Alternative Conflict Resolution

Plateau State MultiDoor Courthouse (PMDC) and the Tattaaunawa Roundtable Initiative (TRICentre), with support from the Government of Sweden through the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), has held a two-day capacity-building workshop on Collaborative and Alternative Dispute Resolution (CDR/ADR). LEADERSHIP Friday reports that the  programme was held under the project “Improving Access to Women’s Housing, Land and […]

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65 h. ago NCC eyes deeper broadband, inclusion push as Olorunnimbe takes board chair

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has set its sights on accelerating broadband expansion and deepening digital inclusion nationwide following the read more NCC eyes deeper broadband, inclusion push as Olorunnimbe takes board chair

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66 h. ago ValueJet deepens competition with expansion of regional network to Accra, Cotonou, Malabo

ValueJet, a growing private Nigerian carrier, has concluded plans to launch a several routes from its hub in Lagos to read more ValueJet deepens competition with expansion of regional network to Accra, Cotonou, Malabo

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67 h. ago CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation

Infrastructure connects coastal, landlocked nations By Chinenye Anuforo CSquared, a pan-African technology company, on Thursday, announced a significant milestone with the major expansion of its West African fibre network, an initiative that bridges digital divides across coastal and landlocked countries while driving economic growth across the region. Building on its active operations across the continent, […] The post CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

targets 75% final salary as pension for police The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced new reforms aimed at improving read more PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

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2 d. ago FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid

The proposals were aimed at modernising ageing transmission infrastructure, improving supply reliability, and meeting rising electricity demand nationwide. The post FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Oilden Energies targets lubricant output expansion to 60,000mt by 2028

Eyes 67% of Nigeria’s lubricant Market Oilden Energies, a Nigerian-owned petroleum services company, has said it is on track to read more Oilden Energies targets lubricant output expansion to 60,000mt by 2028

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3 d. ago NCC targets network resilience amid energy supply volatility

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is intensifying efforts to strengthen the resilience of the country’s telecom networks as volatility in read more NCC targets network resilience amid energy supply volatility

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3 d. ago 11PLC To Boost Productivity With New Manpower Sourcing Strategy

The Management of 11plc (formerly Mobil Oil Nigeria Plc) has made some changes in its manpower sourcing in a bid to improve service delivery to stakeholders. In the renewed move, employees engaged by the former manpower firm would be absorbed by the new vendor despite the ongoing changes. The firm said the old vendor would […]

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3 d. ago NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices

By Bimbola Oyesola and Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil in naira to the Dangote Refinery and other local stakeholders, insisting that such a move would help drive down fuel prices for Nigerians. The call came as Dangote Refinery announced yet another price slash, […] The post NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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