56 m. ago NEMSA Eyes Partnership With Customs Against Fake Electrical Products

Managing director and chief executive officer of the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), Engr Aliyu Tukur Tahir, is pressing for a strong collaboration between his organization, the Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to rid the country of substandard electrical products used in the country’s power value chain. Tahir, […]

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3 h. ago Mum made sure we combined schoolling and skill acquisition from primary to university –Oghene, GMYT Group CEO

By Agatha Emeadi Dr Princess Kelechi Oghene is a serial entrepreneur and  educationist with interest in fashion. A former model for Orange Drugs Limited, she is the Chief Executive of GMYT Group Limited, a fashion institute. With focus and determination, she has created a number of business enterprises. Oghene’s late mother began to groom her […] The post Mum made sure we combined schoolling and skill acquisition from primary to university –Oghene, GMYT Group CEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Niger: Arewa Think Tank backs Bago’s executive order to curb crime

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Think Tank (ATT), a northern advocacy group, has expressed strong support for Niger State Governor Umar Bago’s executive order to combat crime and insecurity in the state. The group stated that the governor’s actions are lawful and necessary to address the rising violence in Minna, the state capital, where […] The post Niger: Arewa Think Tank backs Bago’s executive order to curb crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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17 h. ago Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has praised Ayiri Emami, a prominent Itsekiri leader, businessman, and philanthropist, for his outstanding peace building contributions as he marks his 50th birthday on April 26. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Emami’s unwavering commitment to nation-building, highlighting his […] The post Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FBI arrests 22 Nigerians over sextortion scheme linked to teen suicides in U.S.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has apprehended 22 Nigerians accused of running sextortion schemes for financial gain, a crime read more FBI arrests 22 Nigerians over sextortion scheme linked to teen suicides in U.S.

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19 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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23 h. ago Rivers: N/Delta Group Passes No Confidence Vote On Sole Administrator

The Niger Delta Democratic Alliance (NDDA) has passed a vote of no confidence on Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), the sole administrator of Rivers State, accusing him of worsening the state’s political crisis and failing to provide credible leadership. In a statement on Friday by its president, Chief Timi Tamuno Jack, the group said rather […]

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28 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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30 h. ago IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade

BY PHILIP NWOSU As concerns grow over maritime insecurity and its impact on global commerce, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course designed to address threats to maritime security and their implications for international trade. The two-day course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade: Strategic Perspectives for Nigeria’s Blue […] The post IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has alleged that key figures in the country’s music industry actively tried to hinder his rise to fame. The singer made the revelation in response to a resurfaced interview clip featuring veteran music executive Obi Asika, who stated that certain gatekeepers within the Nigerian music scene attempted to block Burna […] The post “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director

…Be rest assured of our support -NUJ Chair From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Acting Zonal Director, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, Bawa Usman Kaltungo on Friday visited the Executive Officials of Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) along with his management team on courtesy call. Kaltungo who […] The post Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

37 h. ago ‘I Am Honoured, Excited’, Dangote Reacts To World Bank Appointment

The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has confirmed his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, which is responsible for enhancing investment and creating jobs in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, Dangote reiterated his dedication to promoting sustainable economic growth through private sector-driven investments, emphasising […]

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38 h. ago “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban

Nigerian music veteran Daddy Showkey has condemned Governor Umar Bago of Niger State for instructing security personnel to arrest people with dreadlocks in Minna. The governor issued the directive during a stakeholders’ security meeting on Tuesday, where he instructed officials to shave the dreadlocks of residents in Minna and impose fines. However, on Wednesday, Bago […] The post “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy

Grammy award-winning singer Burna Boy has said that Nigerian music industry gatekeepers are trying to break him. Burna Boy made the claim while reacting to a viral video, where veteran music executive, Obi Asika, disclosed that the industry’s gatekeepers tried to frustrate the ‘Ye’ crooner’s career before he became known globally. Reacting in the comments […] The post Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Niger Gov Seeks Compensation For State’s Contribution To FCT

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has said that the government has begun implementation of the plans to address infrastructure deficit in the state even as he sought compensation for the contribution of the state to Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He said during the inauguration of the new leadership of Niger State Development Forum that […]

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43 h. ago Dangote Joins World Bank’s Investment Lab To Boost Job Creation

President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has been appointed to the World Bank Group’s Private Sector Investment Lab (PSIL) the group moved into the next phase of its focus on implementing large-scale, job-generating investments in emerging markets. The PSIL has identified five strategic pillars—regulatory and policy certainty, political risk guarantees, foreign […]

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44 h. ago N/Delta Oil Communities Facing Extinction From Gas Flaring, Spills, NGOs Warn

As Nigeria joined the rest of the international community to commemorate the World Earth Day (WED), a coalition of non governmental organisations (NGOs) have drawn the attention of the federal government and other subnational authorities to the plights of residents of oil communities in the Niger Delta region. The Network Advancement Program for Poverty and […]

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47 h. ago NDC condemns Ibas’ alleged threat against peaceful protesters in Rivers

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Niger Delta Congress (NDC) has faulted the threat of possible violence against peaceful demonstrators in Rivers State by the Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd). NDC national spokesperson,  Mudiaga Ogboru, condemned the alleged threat in a statement yesterday. Ogboru said the alleged violence would be a tool of […] The post NDC condemns Ibas’ alleged threat against peaceful protesters in Rivers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago FG designates Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna as alternative to Abuja

By Chinelo Obogo       The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has designated the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, as the alternative to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The Minister made the disclosure when he recently joined the executive governor of Niger State, Umar Bago for the inaugural flight […] The post FG designates Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna as alternative to Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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