67 m. ago Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change

Tribune Online Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change In a bid to address the global menace of climate change, the Kogi State House of Assembly has commenced a statewide tree planting campaign aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reversing the effects of deforestation. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Umar Yusuf, emphasised the importance of the tree […] Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

In a dramatic night on Capitol Hill, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democrat, delivered the longest floor speech in the read more Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

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5 h. ago National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday

Tribune Online National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday "This situation is exacerbated by factors such as: climate change and..." National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday Tribune Online

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6 h. ago WHO Launches Global Push For 50% Tax Hike On Tobacco, Alcohol, Sugary Drinks 

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a bold new initiative urging countries to raise the real prices of tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% through targeted health taxes by 2035. The initiative, dubbed “3 by 35”, aims to combat the rising toll of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), ease pressure on overburdened health […]

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8 h. ago Nigeria launches skilled manpower deployment to Saint Lucia, signs key agreement to boost Caribbean ties

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria has officially commenced the deployment of skilled professionals to Saint Lucia following the signing of a Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement between the two countries. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the agreement, signed on Wednesday in Castries by […] The post Nigeria launches skilled manpower deployment to Saint Lucia, signs key agreement to boost Caribbean ties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the conclusion of a two-day Strategic Workshop Retreat, the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Tunji Olaopa, unveiled a comprehensive plan to enhance the efficiency and transparency of Nigeria’s civil service. The retreat focused on implementing robust strategies to address workforce challenges, improve recruitment processes, and ensure dynamic governance […] The post Federal Civil Service Commission outlines strategic framework to revitalise workforce at two-day retreat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago 2026 C’wealth Games: Tinubu Receives King’s Baton, Vows To Unite Nigerians Through Sports

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to unify Nigerians through sports as he received the King’s Baton ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, set to take place from July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, Scotland. The President made his remarks in the capital while being represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […]

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17 h. ago The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

In the grand theatre of Nigerian federalism, few performances are as revealing as the quarterly distribution of value-added tax revenues. read more The federation’s fiscal fault line: How Nigeria’s VAT system rewards dependency and punishes productivity

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18 h. ago Police, ECAPI train community on intelligence, crime prevention

By Rita Okoye In a concerted effort to bolster grassroots intelligence and community policing, the Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department (FID) has partnered with the Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative (ECAPI) to commence a three-day training programme on community intelligence gathering. The training, themed “Community Intelligence Gathering Training,” is being implemented under the directive […] The post Police, ECAPI train community on intelligence, crime prevention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun

Tribune Online 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has expressed appreciation for the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recognition of the Federal Government’s ongoing reform efforts and the tangible progress achieved over the past two years. Edun said these reforms have contributed to notable improvements in Nigeria’s fiscal and external positions, […] 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Nigeria earns IMF’s praise for bold economic reforms, signs of recovery

Tribune Online Nigeria earns IMF’s praise for bold economic reforms, signs of recovery NIGERIA’S sweeping economic reforms are earning international recognition, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) commending the country’s efforts to restore financial discipline and credibility. In its latest Article IV Consultation report, the IMF praised Nigeria’s policymakers for implementing tough structural reforms that are stabilising the economy and building resilience after years of volatility. A major […] Nigeria earns IMF’s praise for bold economic reforms, signs of recovery Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Lagos, Afreximbank, ImpactHER train 253 SMEs on export promotion

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos State government, in partnership with Afreximbank and ImpactHER, has launched a six-week intensive export readiness training programme for 253 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to boost export capacity and participation in global trade. The programme, which commenced at the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment headquarters in Alausa, […] The post Lagos, Afreximbank, ImpactHER train 253 SMEs on export promotion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap

By Doris Obinna  The Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) Nigeria for the Global Fund and the National Assembly have called for urgent domestic funding to cover the gap created by an 11 per cent reduction in the Global Fund‘s allocation to Nigeria, from $970 million to $860 million This call was made on Tuesday in Lagos at the commencement of the three-day CCM Nigeria 70th Annual Retreat […] The post CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Ogun workers reject full implementation of contributory pension

Tribune Online Ogun workers reject full implementation of contributory pension ...the Contributory Pension Scheme had failed from its conception, noting that the government had violated the Pension Law. Ogun workers reject full implementation of contributory pension Tribune Online

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30 h. ago IMF backs Nigeria to delay VAT hike, says “you cannot tax poverty”

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has backed Nigeria’s decision to hold off on raising its Value Added Tax (VAT) rate, read more IMF backs Nigeria to delay VAT hike, says “you cannot tax poverty”

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33 h. ago 40% of tax revenue will go to LGAs, 60% to state govt — Kogi agency

Tribune Online 40% of tax revenue will go to LGAs, 60% to state govt — Kogi agency The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) has said that 40% of the tax collected will be allocated to the Local Governments, while the remaining 60% will be allocated to the State Government. 40% of tax revenue will go to LGAs, 60% to state govt — Kogi agency Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Coalition: ADC will adopt international practices – Aregbesola

By Seyi Babalola Rauf Aregbesola, the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has stated that the party’s organisational structure and ethics will be modelled after international best practices. Aregbesola stated that the ADC will examine and implement what works for political parties in South Africa, Sweden, Chile, and Kenya. He revealed this […] The post Coalition: ADC will adopt international practices – Aregbesola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Independent system operator to commence digitisation and automation for grid stability

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) says it has commenced the digitisation and automation initiative that will give real-time system read more Independent system operator to commence digitisation and automation for grid stability

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41 h. ago More time, but not yet justice: Nigeria’s maternity leave reform still falls short

In recent weeks, Nigeria’s maternity leave regime has resurfaced in public discourse, praised by many as a bold step toward read more More time, but not yet justice: Nigeria’s maternity leave reform still falls short

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42 h. ago Why Osun governorship election is crucial to APC —Babayemi, gov aspirant

Tribune Online Why Osun governorship election is crucial to APC —Babayemi, gov aspirant PRINCE Dotun Babayemi, a lawyer and security expert, is among aspirants for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2026 election in Osun State. In this interview by KUNLE ODEREMI, he speaks on the upsurge in the number of aspirants for the ticket, crisis that usually characterises the conduct of party […] Why Osun governorship election is crucial to APC —Babayemi, gov aspirant Tribune Online

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