35 h. ago Nigeria records N1.556trn revenue on solid minerals, $831bn from oil – NEITI

The Nigeria Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has said that Nigeria received a total revenue of $831 billion dollars from read more Nigeria records N1.556trn revenue on solid minerals, $831bn from oil – NEITI

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39 h. ago Electricity consumption up, production growth down in Q4 – CBN report

The Nigerian electricity sector slowed in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index declining by 1.64% year-on-year. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria says this marks a reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Average estimated electricity generation, according to a Channels TV report Read More

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2 d. ago Accountability, Affordability, Key Drivers Of Successful PPPs – FMBN

Managing director/chief executive of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), Shehu Usman Osidi, has highlighted key successes recorded by the bank in the execution of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) housing model, leading to its sustainable growth and the housing sector. Osidi disclosed this during a panel session at the maiden edition of the Renewed […]

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3 d. ago Stakeholders demand action on Nigeria’s alarming maternal mortality rate

Stakeholders have called for urgent actions to tackle the high rate of deaths of women during and after pregnancy and childbirth in Nigeria, adding that Nigeria continues to record one of the highest maternal mortality rates globally. They made the call at the 2025 edition of the Celebrating Womanhood Art Gala, themed, Strength in Every Read More

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4 d. ago Zamfara, Katsina record highest stillbirth rates in Nigeria – Report

Tribune Online Zamfara, Katsina record highest stillbirth rates in Nigeria – Report The study's findings highlight the need for urgent action to address the high stillbirth rates in Zamfara State. Zamfara, Katsina record highest stillbirth rates in Nigeria – Report Tribune Online

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5 d. ago 807 meningitis cases, 74 deaths recorded in 22 states – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says the country has recorded a total of 807 suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, and 74 deaths from 22 states as of March 26, 2025 The NCDC stated that the Case Fatality Rate is at 9.2 per cent as of March 26, 2025.3.27 The centre disclosed this Read More

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5 d. ago New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson 

Tribune Online New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  The Osun State government has refuted reports claiming that the agreement brokered by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, between Thors Exploration Limited and the State Government was based on a report of a 12-man investigative committee. The state government, in a statement on Thursday signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor […] New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Meningitis: Kebbi, Katsina lead as NCDC records 807 suspected cases, 74 deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention said the country has recorded a total of 807 suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, and 74 deaths from 22 states as of March 26, 2025. The NCDC stated that the Case Fatality Rate is at 9.2 per cent as of March 26, 2025. The centre disclosed this Read More

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s Juli turns to profitability as share price rises by 1,646%

Juli Plc, a marketer of pharmaceutical products to wholesale and retail sectors in Nigeria has recorded an after-tax turnaround, reporting read more Nigeria’s Juli turns to profitability as share price rises by 1,646%

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5 d. ago Rivers: Obasanjo trying to whitewash bad democratic records – Presidency

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has come under fire for his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers. According to Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, Obasanjo is Nigeria’s grandfather of hypocrisy trying to whitewash his bad democratic records. While commenting on the Rivers issue in Abuja on […] The post Rivers: Obasanjo trying to whitewash bad democratic records – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has stressed the need for a harmonious relationship between state governments and mining operators to attract investment and boost the nation’s mining sector. Dr. Alake stated this during a mediation parley with Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and representatives from Segilola Resources […] The post Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago DisCos’ revenue falls 33% short in 2024, as regulator blame inadequate metering, poor service

The electricity distribution companies in Nigeria recorded a 33 percent short fall in their total revenue in the year 2024, read more DisCos’ revenue falls 33% short in 2024, as regulator blame inadequate metering, poor service

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8 d. ago Alake insists on total war against illegal mining as marshals mark one year of creation

Dele Alake, the minister of solid minerals development, is insisting that there will be no hiding place for illegal miners read more Alake insists on total war against illegal mining as marshals mark one year of creation

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9 d. ago Assets size of top ten Nigerian banks surge to record N219.46trn in 9 months

Tribune Online Assets size of top ten Nigerian banks surge to record N219.46trn in 9 months Nigeria’s leading banks have experienced a remarkable surge in their asset base, reaching N219.46 trillion in the first nine months of 2024, ahead of their year-end financial statements. This substantial increase from nearly N150 trillion across the country’s 26 commercial banks in 2023 underscores the banking sector’s robust growth and resilience. This asset expansion highlights […] Assets size of top ten Nigerian banks surge to record N219.46trn in 9 months Tribune Online

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9 d. ago FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining

Tribune Online FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining The Federal Government has intensified efforts to curb illegal mining activities in Nigeria through the deployment of satellite technology and increased budgetary allocation to the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development. Speaking at a press conference marking the first anniversary of the Mining Marshals Corps, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, emphasized that illegal […] FG deploys satellite monitoring, more funds to combat illegal mining Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Gas facility erupts in flames as Rivers records second explosion

An explosion took place at the Soku oil facility in Akuku Toru Local Government Area barely one week after a similar incident on the Trans Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. The explosion was confirmed on Sunday by the Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria), an NGO with links in […] The post Gas facility erupts in flames as Rivers records second explosion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Mining marshals arrest 327 offenders, recover mining sites –Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, said the inauguration of the mining marshals had led to the arrest of 327 offenders, recovery of 98 mining sites, and restoration of access to legally licensed operators. Dr. Alake who stated this at the first anniversary of the mining marshals in Abuja, […] The post Mining marshals arrest 327 offenders, recover mining sites –Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago University of Calabar has written my name in its golden records — Wike

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says the University of Calabar has written his name in its golden records. The minister disclosed this in his speech after being conferred with an honorary degree in law by the institution. The conferment was held as part of activities to mark […] The post University of Calabar has written my name in its golden records — Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ALGON lauds implementation of Supreme Court judgment on financial autonomy for LGAs in Nigeria

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Association of Government of Nigeria (ALGON) has lauded the progress recorded in the implementation of the Supreme Court’s judgement on the financial autonomy of local governments in Nigeria. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association, Odunayo Ategbero observed that despite a few challenges and hitches, the committee […] The post ALGON lauds implementation of Supreme Court judgment on financial autonomy for LGAs in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Mining marshals arrested 327 offenders, recovered mining sites in one year – Alake

…made mining comfortable for local and foreign miners From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, said the inauguration of the mining Marshals has led to the arrest of 327 offenders, recovery of 98 mining sites, and restoration of access to legally licensed operators. Dr. Alake who stated this at the […] The post Mining marshals arrested 327 offenders, recovered mining sites in one year – Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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