1 hour ago Igbos Can’t Get Away With What Others Do In Nigeria — Sowore

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has accused the Nigerian government of applying double standards in the treatment of citizens from different ethnic backgrounds, particularly targeting the Igbos of the South-East. Speaking on Arise News Channel ‘Prime Time’ show on Thursday night, Sowore lamented what he described as systemic marginalisation of the […]

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7 h. ago Nigerian Government Presents Justice Taoheed Elias For ICJ Seat

The Federal Government, on Thursday, formally presented Justice Dr. Taoheed Elias as Nigeria’s candidate for election to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), urging the international community to back his bid to restore West Africa’s representation on the world’s top judicial bench. The presentation ceremony, held in Abuja, drew members of the diplomatic corps and […]

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7 h. ago Nigeria presents Taoheed Elias as candidate for ICJ election

Tribune Online Nigeria presents Taoheed Elias as candidate for ICJ election "Elias is a jurist of learning, integrity, and vision, a man whose scholarship and service reflect Africa’s enduring contribution to international law.... Nigeria presents Taoheed Elias as candidate for ICJ election Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Nigerian Actor Frank Donga Relocates From Nigeria, Takes Up Canadian Government Job

Nigerian actor and comedian Frank Donga has begun a new role as a multimedia communications specialist with the government of Saskatchewan, Canada. The news emerged on Wednesday after a screenshot from the official Saskatchewan government website went viral, listing Donga—whose real name is Kunle Idowu—in the provincial directory. The listing indicates that the recently relocated […] The post Nigerian Actor Frank Donga Relocates From Nigeria, Takes Up Canadian Government Job appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Telecom: Tariff Hike Has Atttracted $1bn Investments, Says Maida

The Federal Government has disclosed that the recent increase in tariffs in the Nigerian telecommunications sector has attracted an investment valued at $1 billion to boost broadband coverage and capacity in the country, despite initial fears about the hike. The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, disclosed this […]

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30 h. ago NCC boss urges states to align policies, safeguard infrastructure to boost broadband investment

By Chinenye Anuforo The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has called on state governments to align their policies on Right of Way (RoW) and step up protection of telecom infrastructure to fast-track broadband investment and digital inclusion across Nigeria. Speaking at the Business Roundtable on Improving Investments in […] The post NCC boss urges states to align policies, safeguard infrastructure to boost broadband investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Experts fault Airports’ N712bn remodeling process, say it is ‘hasty’

Tribune Online Experts fault Airports’ N712bn remodeling process, say it is ‘hasty’ The Nigerian government’s plan to remodel airports has raised concerns among experts, who believe that the process is mere window dressing. Group Captain John Ojikutu, a former Airport Chief Security Officer and airport security expert, expressed reservations about the project, citing the long-standing problems at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA),  as albatross. “The first […] Experts fault Airports’ N712bn remodeling process, say it is ‘hasty’ Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Nigeria needs investor protection framework to restore confidence, CPPE says

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called on the Nigerian government to create a comprehensive legal read more Nigeria needs investor protection framework to restore confidence, CPPE says

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5 d. ago NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the Lagos State Government’s appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador for the state’s Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. Describing the decision as “inappropriate and counterproductive,” NANS insisted that the appointment should be revoked without delay. While recognizing the […] The post NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Return of History to primary, secondary schools excites Nigerians

• Dons, teachers, parents hail FG By Kehinde Aderemi Sixteen years after it was removed from the school curriculum, the Federal Government has announced the reintroduction of Nigerian History into the school curriculum, making it a compulsory subject from primary to senior secondary school. Before it was finally removed from the school curriculum, the Federal […] The post Return of History to primary, secondary schools excites Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Federal Government Solicits Entrepreneurs’ Investment In Tourism

The federal government has called on Nigerian entrepreneurs to invest more in tourism, saying such investments offer the opportunities to invest in the people, the youth and the future. Minister for Youth Development, Mr. Ayodele Olawande who stated made the call said tourism development, job creation, and youth empowerment were central pillars of the present […]

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7 d. ago Gov Eno commends restoration of night flights at Victor Attah international airport

Tribune Online Gov Eno commends restoration of night flights at Victor Attah international airport Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has applauded the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), the Managing Director/CEO of Ibom Airport Development Company, Mr Uwem Ekanem, and the airport board for the successful restoration of night flight operations at Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo. Gov Eno commends restoration of night flights at Victor Attah international airport Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Coastal Highway: CSOs, Opposition Party Figures, Economic Experts Score Tinubu High

Civil society organisations (CSOs), opposition party figures and key stakeholders in the Nigerian business community have commended the Federal Government on the quality of work being done on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, and the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to infrastructure development/economic growth. The stakeholders, who were impressed by the level […]

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8 d. ago Alausa promises to improve teachers’ welfare, profession’s image, others

as the country joins others to celebrate World Teachers’ Day The Nigerian government has promised to enhance teachers’ welfare, elevate read more Alausa promises to improve teachers’ welfare, profession’s image, others

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8 d. ago Health Workers Laud Governor Sani On Consolidated Salary Structure

Kaduna State Council of the National Association Of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives has commended Governor Uba Sani for implementing the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS) and the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) for its members. The commendation was conveyed in a letter signed by Comrade Ishaku Yakubu and Comrade Christiana Bawa, the state chairman and […]

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9 d. ago Jonathan, Osinbajo, Kwankwaso to meet over electoral reforms

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso are among top Nigerian leaders read more Jonathan, Osinbajo, Kwankwaso to meet over electoral reforms

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9 d. ago NGE Demand FG, Security Agencies To Fish Out Killers Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has called on the Federal Government and security agencies to swiftly apprehend the killers of Arise News reporter, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was tragically murdered during an armed robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its President, Eze Anaba, […] The post NGE Demand FG, Security Agencies To Fish Out Killers Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria@65: Nigerian Christian pilgrims hold service at Mount Nebo, Jordan 

Tribune Online Nigeria@65: Nigerian Christian pilgrims hold service at Mount Nebo, Jordan  In addition, the pilgrims prayed for the peace of Nigeria and for state governments that are supportive of pilgrimage activities. Nigeria@65: Nigerian Christian pilgrims hold service at Mount Nebo, Jordan  Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigerian Navy Dismantles Six Illegal Oil Refining Sites, Seizes 11,500ltrs Of Stolen Crude In Delta

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, dismantling six illegal refining sites and seizing over 11,500 litres of stolen crude oil during a series of operations around Obodo Omadino in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. According to Nigerian Tribune, the raids were executed by […] The post Nigerian Navy Dismantles Six Illegal Oil Refining Sites, Seizes 11,500ltrs Of Stolen Crude In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago World News Day: Stop using repressive laws on journalists, editors charge government

The Nigerian Guild of Editors has urged the government at all levels and individuals to stop using repressive laws, including Cybercrime (Prohibition and Prevention, etc) Act, to harass and intimidate journalists. The Guild further urged the government to always respect the Freedom of Information Act by freely providing journalists any requested information and, therefore, aligning […] The post World News Day: Stop using repressive laws on journalists, editors charge government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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