5 h. ago Constitution Review: It’s Time For State Police, Fiscal Federalism, Says Kaduna Gov

Kaduna state Governor Uba Sani, has called for bold and transformative amendments to Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, highlighting the need for state police, fiscal  federalism and  gender inclusion. The governor made the proposal during the North-West zonal public hearing on the constitutional review held in Kaduna yesterday. Governor Sani who was represented by his deputy, Dr […]

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13 h. ago NOA, Foundation Call For Genotype Testing To Curb Sickle Cell In Nigeria

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) in partnership with the Maidunama Sickle Cell Foundation, has launched a public awareness campaign, urging citizens to prioritise genotype testing before marriage in a nationwide effort to combat the growing burden of sickle cell disease in Nigeria. The awareness road walk, themed “Know Your Genotype,” held in Abuja and attracted […]

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21 h. ago I Go Dye Criticises Politicians, Calls Out Fake Humility Ahead Of 2027

Nigerian comedian Francis Agoda, widely known as I Go Dye, has taken aim at Nigerian politicians over what he described as their continued use of manipulative and outdated tactics as the 2027 presidential election draws closer. In an Instagram post on Friday, the comedian cautioned Nigerians to remain vigilant and not be swayed by the […] The post I Go Dye Criticises Politicians, Calls Out Fake Humility Ahead Of 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Lagos urged to relocate dumpsites from residential areas over disasters

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta  The Society of Testing Laboratory Analysts of Nigeria (SoLTAN) has called on the Lagos State Government to relocate dumpsites located within residential areas to prevent spread of diseases and protect public health. The group made this call in a communiqué issued at the end of its seventh Conference of Public Analysts […] The post Lagos urged to relocate dumpsites from residential areas over disasters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Lagos thrives on diversity: Speaker Obasa praises expatriates’ role in economic development

Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has called on expatriates in Nigeria to partner the read more Lagos thrives on diversity: Speaker Obasa praises expatriates’ role in economic development

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35 h. ago SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document

Tribune Online SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document He noted that while Nigeria’s current constitutional framework provides for citizenship by birth, registration, and naturalisation allows states and communities to discriminate against "non-indigenes SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document Tribune Online

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41 h. ago MAN urges FG to expedite 2025 tariff policy guidelines, drive local content enforcement

George Onofowokan, chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Ogun State chapter, has called on the federal government to read more MAN urges FG to expedite 2025 tariff policy guidelines, drive local content enforcement

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45 h. ago Relocate dumpsites from residential areas or risk gross environmental disasters, SoLTAN warns Lagos govt

…says Kosofe LG’s underground water loaded with dangerous pathogens  Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Society of Testing Laboratory Analysts of Nigeria (SoLTAN) has called on the Lagos State Government to relocate dumpsites  located within the residential areas to prevent spread of diseases and protect public health. SoLTAN made this call in a communique issued on Thursday […] The post Relocate dumpsites from residential areas or risk gross environmental disasters, SoLTAN warns Lagos govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Nigerian economy resilient amid global trade tensions, Middle East war – Report

Despite the challenges posed by the global trade tensions and the Israel-Iran war in the first half of the year, read more Nigerian economy resilient amid global trade tensions, Middle East war – Report

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57 h. ago Nigerian exporters demand a shift from promissory notes to export certificates

The call for a fundamental overhaul of Nigeria’s export incentive scheme is growing louder, with leading exporters advocating for an read more Nigerian exporters demand a shift from promissory notes to export certificates

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61 h. ago Shettima calls for unified action against malnutrition in Nigeria

Tribune Online Shettima calls for unified action against malnutrition in Nigeria "The federal government has launched the Nutrition 774 Initiative, a grassroots-focused programme aimed at addressing malnutrition Shettima calls for unified action against malnutrition in Nigeria Tribune Online

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62 h. ago BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension

Tribune Online BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been called upon to reconsider its recapitalisation policy on Bureau De Change (BDC) by granting extension window for a minimum of six months, among others, for equity, fairness, and inclusive economic governance. BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension Tribune Online

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64 h. ago Remi Tinubu Tasks World Leaders, First Ladies On Future Of Youths

Nigeria‘s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu has called on global leaders, particularly First Ladies and partners in government, to take decisive steps in shaping a more inclusive and empowered future for young people, rather than waiting for circumstances to unfold. Speaking on Day 2 of the Third Annual Global First Partners Academy in New York, […]

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66 h. ago Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry Act needs reform already – Stakeholders

Key players in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry have called for an urgent review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), read more Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry Act needs reform already – Stakeholders

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68 h. ago Searching for peace: IDFP urges FG, Benue, Taraba govts to support dialogue, mediation efforts

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As part of measures to curtail the escalating crisis and killings of innocent citizens in Benue and Taraba states, the Inter-faith Dialogue Forum for Peace (IDFP), Nigeria, has called on both governments, as well as the federal government, to increase their support for mediation and dialogue efforts. The Co-Chairman, IDFP Nigeria, […] The post Searching for peace: IDFP urges FG, Benue, Taraba govts to support dialogue, mediation efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago “I Told My Children To Arrest Me If I Join Politics At 75” – Pat Utomi

Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has called for a generational shift in Nigeria’s leadership structure, suggesting that those seeking to become president or vice president should ideally be in their sixties, while ministers should be in their forties and fifties. Utomi made the remark on Wednesday during an appearance on News Central Television while […] The post “I Told My Children To Arrest Me If I Join Politics At 75” – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Speed up constitution review, Conference of speakers urges NASS

• Senate passes 3 concurrence bills from House of Reps The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria (CSSLN) has called on the National Assembly to fast-track the ongoing constitution review process. Speaking at the 2025 National Assembly open week in Abuja, yesterday, Adebo Ogundoyin, CSSLN chairman, said timely conclusion of the process would […] The post Speed up constitution review, Conference of speakers urges NASS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago SOGHIN calls for urgent reforms in gastrointestinal, liver care

By Doris Obinna Society for Gastroenterology and Hepatology in Nigeria (SOGHIN) has called on the Federal Government and relevant stakeholders to urgently address pressing deficiencies in Nigeria’s healthcare system. It made the call at its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, with emphasis on critical […] The post SOGHIN calls for urgent reforms in gastrointestinal, liver care appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FCT teachers end prolonged strike after payment of five months salary arrears, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Public primary schools across the Federal Capital Territory are set to reopen as the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called off its strike, which began in March. The decision followed the payment of five months’ salary arrears and the implementation of the new minimum wage for teachers. In a […] The post FCT teachers end prolonged strike after payment of five months salary arrears, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago WHO Urges Hike In Prices Of Sugary Drinks, Tobacco, Alcohol By 50%

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on Nigeria and other member countries to implement a 50 per cent increase in the prices of sugary drinks, tobacco, and alcohol through taxation within the next decade, as part of a global strategy to curb rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The recommendation came under WHO’s newly launched “3 […]

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