58 m. ago Minister urges agencies to adopt INTERPOL strategies to tackle insecurity

The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on security agencies in Nigeria to adopt international policing standards, particularly those employed by INTERPOL, to address the country’s growing security challenges. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Ministry of Police Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and the National Central Bureau Read More

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66 m. ago DStv, GOtv offer subscribers plans to alleviate price increase

To mitigate the recent tariff adjustments announced for customers, leading pay television service provider MultiChoice Nigeria plans to offer a support package for DStv and GOtv subscribers. In a message to subscribers on Monday, the company stated that starting from 1 March, new tariffs will apply to DStv and GOtv packages. According to the company, […] The post DStv, GOtv offer subscribers plans to alleviate price increase appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says

From Idu Jude, Abuja The leadership of the Obidient Movement has again debunked the rumour that Mr Peter Obi was involved in the activities of the late Senator Arthur Nzeribe’s defunct Association for Better Nigeria (ABN) during the struggle for democracy. The group, in a press statement on Tuesday, noted that, for the umpteenth time, […] The post Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights

Tribune Online Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights The Supreme Council for Shari'ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has expressed its dismay over attempts to prevent Muslims in the Southwest from observing Sharia law, which is an integral part of their Islamic obligations. Shari’ah council decries attempt to suppress Southwest Muslims’ religious rights Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Air Peace denies claims Onyema was delayed for 24 hours at Ekiti airport

By Chinelo Obogo Air Peace has issued a rebuttal against a report by some online platforms alleging that its Chairman, Allen Onyema, was stranded for over 24 hours at the Ekiti State airport due to navigational problems. The airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Dr. Ejike Ndiulo, dismissed the claims as false, misleading, and a deliberate […] The post Air Peace denies claims Onyema was delayed for 24 hours at Ekiti airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Goods Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed As Fire Razes Ladipo Market In Lagos

Some goods worth millions of naira have been destroyed in a fire outbreak at the popular Ladipo market in Lagos State. It was gathered that the inferno erupted on Tuesday following an electric power surge, after public electricity power supply was restored to the area. In a statement by Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management […] The post Goods Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed As Fire Razes Ladipo Market In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has appealed to Senate to remove sections of the controversial tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law. NSCIA, in a letter submitted to the upper chamber on Tuesday, urged the lawmakers to address some parts regarding marriage and inheritance in the bill. The council also called on the […] The post Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG launches minimum standards for senior secondary school education

Tribune Online FG launches minimum standards for senior secondary school education The Federal Government has unveiled new minimum standards for senior secondary school education in Nigeria. FG launches minimum standards for senior secondary school education Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Obasanjo, Osinbajo, African leaders move to tackle debt crisis

Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Chair), Yemi Osinbajo, former Vice President of the Federal Republic read more Obasanjo, Osinbajo, African leaders move to tackle debt crisis

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3 h. ago Terrorists won’t have breathing space in Nigeria – Army chief

The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede, has vowed that terrorists in Nigeria will have no respite until they are completely neutralised. He stated that the Nigerian Army is enhancing its strategies to ensure that more terrorists, particularly in the northeast, are eliminated from the country. Oluyede made this declaration on Tuesday during Read More

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3 h. ago Anambra guber: Supporters purchase APC forms, urge Edozie Madu to join race

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Supporters and Stakeholders from Anambra State have purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms for Edozie Madu, to contest the November 8 Anambra off-cycle governorship election. The stakeholders under the umbrella of Save Anambra Movement (SAM) also pleaded with the aspirant to rescue the State from […] The post Anambra guber: Supporters purchase APC forms, urge Edozie Madu to join race appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough

Renowned Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has responded to the controversy surrounding former military president Ibrahim Babangida’s newly released book. Notably, the former military leader recently introduced his book, A Journey in Service. The revelations in the book have sparked widespread discussions, as it provided insight into some key events in the nation’s history. READ MORE: […] The post Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

The Nigerian Senate has said that the proposed Tax Reform Bills will serve as a critical step in achieving President read more Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

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3 h. ago Nigeria’s LNG loses $380m in London court over 19 undelivered cargoes

A London court has ruled that Nigeria LNG Limited, the country’s biggest gas exporter must pay $380 million to global read more Nigeria’s LNG loses $380m in London court over 19 undelivered cargoes

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3 h. ago Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Members of the Elders’ Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Benue North-West Senatorial District of Benue state, have expressed concerns over recent developments in the political landscape of the state. The elders who condemned, in strong terms, the “purported removal of the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese […] The post Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Surgeon Urges Gov’t To Invest In Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery

Despite the challenges faced by Nigeria’s healthcare system, Nigerian plastic surgeon and burn consultant, Dr. Ayobami Aranmolate Rasheed, has said that he remained optimistic about the future, calling on government at all levels to invest more in healthcare and training. He said Nigeria can become a global destination for medical tourism. Dr Rasheed, who is […]

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4 h. ago FG commits $2 billion to digital infrastructure, says Tijani

The Federal Government says it has committed $2 billion to enhance Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, aiming to boost the nation’s economy read more FG commits $2 billion to digital infrastructure, says Tijani

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4 h. ago We control 50% of Nigeria’s oil production, say local oil producers

The Independent Petroleum Group (IPPG) has applauded the federal government on the conclusion of the divestment deals by International Oil read more We control 50% of Nigeria’s oil production, say local oil producers

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4 h. ago Naira crude sales boost local refineries, cut FX risks – Tinubu

The Federal Government said the introduction of the sale of crude oil in Naira was a strategic move to enhance the operational efficiency of local refineries by reducing foreign exchange risks and transaction costs. President Bola Tinubu made this known on Tuesday, while officially declaring the eighth edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit open Read More

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5 h. ago New tax bill: ASUU rises against alleged “tactical abrogation” of TETFund

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has risen against the alleged plan by the proposed new tax system to tactically abrogate the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, registered the case and concerns of the Union at the public hearing on the new tax bill, 2024, organized […] The post New tax bill: ASUU rises against alleged “tactical abrogation” of TETFund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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