59 m. ago FG to support documentary on Nigeria’s 25 years of democracy

The Federal Government has announced its commitment to support a documentary that will chronicle Nigeria’s 25 years of unbroken democracy. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the pledge while receiving the executive members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council in Abuja on Friday. This was contained in a statement signed by the Read More

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1 hour ago Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria

Tribune Online Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria “While we are in no way admitting or authenticating the report of the U.S. Foreign Relations Committee, it is noteworthy to state that the committee’s report falls short of context and timelines,” he added. “President Bola Tinubu remains committed to promoting peace and religious tolerance.” Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria Tribune Online

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1 hour ago 90 people, not 500, affected in Alesinloye market fire, say victims

●As Oyo Government Orders Full Enumeration and Verification Victims of Tuesday’s fire incident at Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, have clarified that approximately 90 people, not 500 as reported in some media outlets, were affected by the fire. In response, the Oyo State Government has directed all victims to cooperate with the Oyo State Emergency Management Agency […] The post 90 people, not 500, affected in Alesinloye market fire, say victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Tinubu Meets Catholic Bishops To Discuss National Unity, Security, Others

President Bola Tinubu received a delegation from the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on Thursday evening in Abuja. The meeting, held at the State House, focused on national unity, security, and social development, providing an opportunity for the President and the Catholic Bishops to discuss critical issues affecting the nation’s well-being, with an emphasis […]

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1 hour ago Kano: Appeal Court halts reinstatement of Lamido Sanusi as Emir

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja stopped the reinstatement of the former Governor of Central Bank CBN, Sanusi Lamido as the Emir of Kano. The suspension by the appellate court is to await the judgment of the Supreme Court in the pending appeals over the Kano Emirate tussle. After resuming […] The post Kano: Appeal Court halts reinstatement of Lamido Sanusi as Emir appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Balancing Profit and Responsibility in Nigeria’s Online Gambling Market

As the digital world continues to evolve, the online casino industry is rapidly expanding, creating economic opportunities in various regions, read more Balancing Profit and Responsibility in Nigeria’s Online Gambling Market

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2 h. ago Minister unveils Nigeria’s energy investment opportunities at ‘SEforALL’ forum

Tribune Online Minister unveils Nigeria’s energy investment opportunities at ‘SEforALL’ forum As the world grapples with the challenges of limited energy access, Nigeria is poised to unlock its vast energy potential and become a major player in the global energy market. Minister unveils Nigeria’s energy investment opportunities at ‘SEforALL’ forum Tribune Online

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2 h. ago ‘Members incurring losses,’ IPMAN laments Dangote, NNPCL fuel price war

The Independent Petroleum Marketers of Nigeria has said that the price war between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and Dangote Petroleum is affecting its members. The Chairman, IPMAN, Enugu Depot Community in charge of Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu states, Mr Chinedu Anyaso, stated this during an interview with journalists in Awka, Anambra State, on Read More

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2 h. ago EU pledges support for Nigeria’s digital ecosystem with €820m investment

The European Union on Friday restated its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s digital ecosystem, particularly as it could help reignite the economy, providing youths with digital skills and creating much-needed employment across the country. Under the Global Gateway Strategy, the EU said it is leading the charge in digital investments through a Digital Package of 820 Read More

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3 h. ago Delta govt begins statewide verification exercise for farmers

Tribune Online Delta govt begins statewide verification exercise for farmers Delta State Government has announced a comprehensive verification and validation exercise for registered farmers across the state. Delta govt begins statewide verification exercise for farmers Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Federal Gov’t Backs Documentary On Nigeria’s 25 Years Of Democracy

The federal government has pledged to support and promote the production of a documentary on Nigeria’s 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris gave the assurance while receiving the executive of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) on Friday in Abuja. He described the proposed documentary, an initiative of IPAC, […]

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3 h. ago IWD 2025: BAT Nigeria’s strategic commitment to advancing women in leadership

In the evolving landscape of corporate leadership, diversity is no longer just a metric—it is a strategic imperative. As organisations read more IWD 2025: BAT Nigeria’s strategic commitment to advancing women in leadership

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4 h. ago Green Mortgage introduces online platform to streamline home financing in Nigeria

Green Mortgage has officially launched Nigeria’s first fully online mortgage processing and approval platform. The platform aims to improve access read more Green Mortgage introduces online platform to streamline home financing in Nigeria

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4 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Starts Anew, Charges Against IPOB Leader Not Stated

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is set to appear before a new judge, Justice James Omotosho, at the Federal High Court in Abuja on March 21, 2025. This marks a fresh start in his trial, which has been ongoing due to his pursuit of Biafra’s actualization. Kanu’s lead counsel, […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Starts Anew, Charges Against IPOB Leader Not Stated appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Defamation: “How Can A Judge Order My Arrest When I’m Not In Nigeria?” – VeryDarkMan Wonders

Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, a controversial activist, has responded to a court order for his arrest for allegedly defaming gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Reports indicate that on Thursday, March 13, the Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued a bench warrant for VDM’s arrest over alleged “criminal defamation” of gospel […] The post Defamation: “How Can A Judge Order My Arrest When I’m Not In Nigeria?” – VeryDarkMan Wonders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Interparliamentary Committee, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has stated that the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) cannot consider the petition allegedly submitted by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan because it only accepts petitions from member states, not individuals. He clarified that this means Nigeria, not any individual senator, is the recognised […] The post IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and the 2023 senatorial candidate for Southern Kaduna, Michael Auta has applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the conversion of Yakowa General hospital, Kafanchan to a Federal Medical Centre (FMC). The General hospital was named after the late governor of Kaduna State, Sir […] The post 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Christians Not Targeted For Killings In Nigeria, Federal Gov’t Dismisses Report

The Nigerian Government has categorically denied a recent report alleging that Christians in the country were being targeted for killing. A statement issued to LEADERSHIP by the Acting Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa expressed the ministry’s strong concern over the recent wave of misinformation and misleading reports regarding the purported killings of […]

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5 h. ago Christians not targets of insurgency, FG replies US Congress

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected recent reports alleging targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria. The Federal Government described the report as part of a misleading campaign aimed at influencing foreign governments to designate the country as a “Country of Particular Concern” due to violence against Christians. This was contained in a statement signed Read More

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5 h. ago Hajj: Local Airlines Refuse To Sign 2025 Pilgrims Airlift Agreement

Nigerian-approved Hajj airlines — Max Air, Air Peace and Umza Aviation Services have refused to sign the 2025 pilgrims airlift agreement with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The reasons for their refusal include disagreement over currency of payment, pilgrims allocations and rejection of some airlines by some state governors, among others. NAHCON had […]

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