1 hour 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 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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2 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 NGF pledges support to bridge $100bn infrastructural deficit

Tribune Online NGF pledges support to bridge $100bn infrastructural deficit "These investments are mostly concentrated in oil and gas, telecommunications, real estate, and agriculture.... NGF pledges support to bridge $100bn infrastructural deficit Tribune Online

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4 h. ago IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel The IGP assured the minister that the police would give full support to the housing scheme and the proposed task force... IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Nasarawa Lawmaker Appoints 106 Aides, Says Move ‘ll Improve Livelihoods

A member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Musa Gude, has announced the appointment of 106 aides to support his work and uplift the living standards of his constituents. Gude, who represents Uke/Karshi Constituency under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), disclosed this in Lafia on Tuesday while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria […]

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5 h. ago UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria

Tribune Online UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria The United Kingdom has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s economic and trade reforms, describing them as UK applauds Tinubu’s economic reforms, pledges stronger trade ties with Nigeria Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Abuja centenary city reopens with ₦750bn infrastructure plan

…to attract billions in Foreign Direct Investment After more than a decade of delays, the Abuja Centenary City project is read more Abuja centenary city reopens with ₦750bn infrastructure plan

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6 h. ago NGF Investopedia to bridge Nigeria’s $100bn annual infrastructure financing gap – AbdulRazaq

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive effort to address Nigeria’s staggering annual infrastructure financing deficit, estimated at $100 billion, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) launched the NGF Investopedia, a pioneering investment platform aimed at unlocking capital flows into bankable projects across all 36 states. The launch event at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, brought together governors, […] The post NGF Investopedia to bridge Nigeria’s $100bn annual infrastructure financing gap – AbdulRazaq appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NYSC DG commends Mbah for raising Corps members’ allowances to N20,000 minimum

Medical Corps members now earn N40,000 to N80,000 As Mbah pledges more support The Director-General of the National Youth Service read more NYSC DG commends Mbah for raising Corps members’ allowances to N20,000 minimum

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7 h. ago ‘No Amount Of Blackmail Will Stop Us’ Wike Chides Civil Servants, ‘Fake’ Contractors

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has vowed that no amount of intimidation or blackmail would derail his focus on infrastructure development. The FCT Minister stated this on Tuesday while commissioning the newly rehabilitated Phase 2 of the Lower Usuma Dam Water Treatment Plant in Bwari area council. Wike’s statement was a […]

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9 h. ago IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The International Organization for Migration (IOM), has commended the Nigerian Government for its leadership role in implementing Operation Safe Corridor, a model for rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant terrorists that has now expanded beyond the North East to the North West and North Central regions. IOM Deputy Director General Operations, […] The post IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has authorised a significant subsidy to reduce the cost of dialysis treatment for Nigerians, cutting the price per session from N50,000 to N12,000. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on thousands of Nigerians suffering from kidney-related illnesses. Special Adviser on Policy Information, Daniel Bwala, announced […] The post Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago TETFund decries poor use of ICT infrastructure in tertiary institutions despite government’s investment

Sonny Echono, the Executive Secretary of TETFund, has expressed concern over the poor adoption of digital platforms and ICT infrastructure. read more TETFund decries poor use of ICT infrastructure in tertiary institutions despite government’s investment

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11 h. ago NEDC reaffirms commitment to support vulnerable people in North

Tribune Online NEDC reaffirms commitment to support vulnerable people in North-East The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities in NEDC reaffirms commitment to support vulnerable people in North-East Tribune Online

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12 h. ago United Capital records 24.99% gross return, shares over N4.6bn in dividends

The United Capital Infrastructure Fund (UCIF), the infrastructure fund of leading Pan-African financial services group, United Capital PLC, has announced read more United Capital records 24.99% gross return, shares over N4.6bn in dividends

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12 h. ago 2027: Former Women Minister, others call on Nigerians to support Tinubu

…says Tinubu doing well From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Pauline Tallen, has called on Nigerians to give  president Bola Tinubu the necessary support to take Nigeria to the next level. Tallen made this call in Abuja,at the 2025 National summit/ world Press conference of the Integrity Group […] The post 2027: Former Women Minister, others call on Nigerians to support Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Emir of Argungu assures Rotary Healthy Communities maximum support to combat malaria, pneumonia in Kebbi 

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera has assured the Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge(RHCC) his maximum support to combat Malaria and other communicable diseases in the state.   Mera stated this while hosting the delegates of RHCC led by it Country Lead,Dr. Dele Balogun in his palace, Argungu […] The post Emir of Argungu assures Rotary Healthy Communities maximum support to combat malaria, pneumonia in Kebbi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago From skills to success: Alliance for Youth Nigeria reaches 25,000 young Nigerians

By Doris Obinna The Alliance for Youth Nigeria is celebrating four years of impact, marking the transformation of over 25,000 young Nigerians who are now gainfully employed through skills development, entrepreneurship support, and other employment opportunities. Founded by Nestlé Nigeria, Jobberman Nigeria, Big Bottling Company, the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, and U-Connect HR […] The post From skills to success: Alliance for Youth Nigeria reaches 25,000 young Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago How oil firms can safeguard infrastructure to extend assets lifecycle

In the creeks of the Niger Delta, where much of Nigeria’s oil wealth originates, the country’s energy sector is confronting read more How oil firms can safeguard infrastructure to extend assets lifecycle

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