61 h. ago Nigeria@65: Don’t Give Up, Demand Accountability, Labour Party Tells Nigerians

Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Esther Usman, has urged Nigerians not to give up hope in the country but instead, demand accountability from leaders as the country marks its 65th Independence Anniversary. In a goodwill message to Nigerians at home and in the diaspora on Wednesday, Senator Usman acknowledged that […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu, Wike, first lady, govs, ministers, NUJ, others mourn Arise News anchor, demand swift justice

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Fred Ezeh, Abuja, Laide Raheem, Abeokuta and Okey Sampson, Umuahia President Bola Tinubu, his wife, Senator Remi, Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council and others have expressed sorrow and shock […] The post Tinubu, Wike, first lady, govs, ministers, NUJ, others mourn Arise News anchor, demand swift justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria @65: Jonathan, Osinbajo, Jega, Others To Demand Bold Electoral Reforms

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, and former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Attahiru Jega will lead other stakeholders to launch a National Movement for Electoral Reforms in Abuja on October 1. Others who will assemble for the event are former Minister of Education Dr Oby Ezekwesili; legal […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s Demand For UN Security Seat Not Taken Seriously – ADC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said the demand by Nigeria for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council won’t be taken seriously because the government has failed to secure the country. The coalition party stated this while reacting to President Bola Tinubu’s recent demand for a permanent seat on the United Nations […]

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8 d. ago “Nigeria Must Have Permanent Seat At UN Security Council” – VP Shettima Insists At 80th UNGA

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated Nigeria’s demand for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council. He stressed that the country’s demographic, economic, and regional influence makes it a rightful candidate for inclusion. Speaking at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Wednesday, in a video posted on X, Shettima said Nigeria’s […] The post “Nigeria Must Have Permanent Seat At UN Security Council” – VP Shettima Insists At 80th UNGA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Over 750 women rally in Abuja to demand reserved seats in legislature

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja More than 750 women from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, already in Abuja to push for the passage of the Special Seats Reserved for Women Bill. The women convened at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development before embarking on a peaceful march to the Transcorp Hilton […] The post Over 750 women rally in Abuja to demand reserved seats in legislature appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago South East governors incapacitated, say traditional rulers; demand state police

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Traditional rulers in South East have described governors in the region as incapacitated to tackle the worsening insecurity in the area and called for adoption of state police to tackle the menace. At their meeting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital, at the weekend, the monarchs lamented the security situation in the […] The post South East governors incapacitated, say traditional rulers; demand state police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Dangote Refinery Says It Won’t Absorb Extra N1.5trn Costs Demanded By DAPPMAN

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has restated its position in the ongoing dispute with the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN), saying the group’s demand of an annual subsidy of ₦1.505 trillion to cover additional costs linked to coastal logistics was untenable. In a statement signed by its management and made available to journalists […]

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2 w. ago Dangote Refinery rebuffs DAPPMAN’s N1.505trn subsidy demand, vows to defend position

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reaffirmed its stance on the recent publication regarding the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN). The refinery stated that any party aggrieved by the publication’s contents is entitled to seek legal redress, and they are prepared to defend their position. The refinery clarified that DAPPMAN’s sustained attacks stem […] The post Dangote Refinery rebuffs DAPPMAN’s N1.505trn subsidy demand, vows to defend position appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Delta Residents Cry Out Over Collapsed NDDC Road, Demand Urgent Repairs

The Amuokpokpor-Elume community in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State has cried out over the collapse of a road constructed by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The project, according to residents, failed barely one year after its completion. The community chairman, Daniel Ogbodo, who spoke on Saturday,  alleged that the contractor used substandard […] The post Delta Residents Cry Out Over Collapsed NDDC Road, Demand Urgent Repairs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP), in collaboration with the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the arrest of the former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari. The group, in a joint […] The post Kyari arrest: CNPP, CSOs commend EFCC, demand further investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s packaging boom lures foreign machine manufacturers

Nigeria’s packaging market is expected to nearly double within five years, lifted by rising demand across food, beverage and e-commerce read more Nigeria’s packaging boom lures foreign machine manufacturers

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3 w. ago Stop Tinubu’s Reckless Borrowing, Labour Party Tells NASS Leaders

The Labour Party, LP, has urged the leadership of the National Assembly to reject President Bola Tinubu’s fresh borrowing request. The party warned that Nigeria’s debt profile has reached a dangerous level and called for urgent action to prevent further economic instability. In a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, the Interim National Publicity Secretary […] The post Stop Tinubu’s Reckless Borrowing, Labour Party Tells NASS Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party

Tribune Online Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party "It was this same factor that informed the recent decision of the National Executive Council of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to zone its Presidential Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Zoho sees 75% customer surge in Nigeria on rising demand for AI, privacy tools

A new study revealed that Zoho, a global technology company, has recorded 75 percent customer growth in Nigeria in 2024, read more Zoho sees 75% customer surge in Nigeria on rising demand for AI, privacy tools

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3 w. ago Federal Government Borrows N2.769trn From Bond Market In 8 Months

The federal government has dominated the bond market, raising N2.769 trillion in eight months, with corporate listings accounting for a significantly lower N43.2 billion value. This substantial difference highlights the government’s reliance on the bond market to finance its activities. The strong demand for government bonds is driven by attractive yields and Nigeria’s stable credit […]

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3 w. ago “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government

  The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has said the N70,000 national minimum wage is no longer sustainable under Nigeria’s worsening economic realities. The demand came after several states reviewed their wage structures upwards. President Bola Tinubu had signed the National Minimum Wage Bill into law in July 2024, raising it from N30,000 to N70,000. But […] The post “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Military Pensioners Barricade Gate Of Finance Ministry In Abuja, Demand Benefits

A large group of retired Nigerian soldiers on Thursday barricaded the entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, protesting what they described as the government’s failure to release funds to the Military Pensions Board (MPB) for the settlement of their outstanding entitlements. The ex-servicemen said they resorted to the renewed demonstration after officials […] The post Military Pensioners Barricade Gate Of Finance Ministry In Abuja, Demand Benefits appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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