56 m. ago Remove tax bill sections conflicting with Sharia, NSCIA urges Senate

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has urged the Senate to remove sections of the tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. The NSCIA made the appeal in a memorandum submitted to the Senate Committee on Finance on Tuesday. The council also called on the upper chamber to Read More

Economics

59 m. ago 205 colleges of education insufficient for Nigerians – Reps speaker 

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Tuesday, said that the 205 federal, state and privately-owned Colleges of Education are not enough to meet the education needs of Nigerians. This is just as he stated that the increasing demand for education makes the establishment of more colleges of education imperative. Abbas made Read More

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81 m. ago FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister

Tribune Online FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has announced that the country is investing $2 billion on 90,000 kilometres of submarine cable as a move to strengthen internet connectivity and enhance its target of achieving a $1 trillion economy. FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister Tribune Online

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90 m. ago UBEC vows to provide access to quality education for Nigerian children

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Hajiya Aisha Garba, has promised to ensure that every Nigerian child has access to quality education in line with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. In her first quarterly meeting with Executive Chairmen of State Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEBs), in Abuja, Hajia […] The post UBEC vows to provide access to quality education for Nigerian children appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago iRecharge Unveils Graduate Trainee Program To Combat Youth Unemployment

In a strategic move to tackle rising youth unemployment and equip young graduates with industry-relevant skills, iRecharge Tech Innovations has launched a Graduate Trainee Program aimed at fostering career growth and job opportunities in Nigeria’s tech sector. iRecharge, a leading digital payment solutions provider, announced the initiative as part of its commitment to bridging the […]

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2 h. ago Portable Celebrates Milestone As His Instagram Hits 59 Million Views

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola often known as Portable is celebrating his latest achievement. The singer took to his Instagram page on Tuesday to share a screenshot of his professional dashboard, revealing over 59 million views in the past 30 days. Showing off, Portable asserted that failure isn’t celebrated and encouraged brands to message him […] The post Portable Celebrates Milestone As His Instagram Hits 59 Million Views appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Transcorp Power reports 115% revenue growth, N80bn profit in 2024

Transcorp Power Plc has declared a revenue growth of 115 per cent in 2024, amounting to N305.9 billion and an operating profit after tax of N80.01 billion. The Chairman, Board of Directors, Transcorp Power Plc, Mr Emmanuel Nnorom, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja, at the companies’ Annual General Meeting. Nnorom said that the financial Read More

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3 h. ago Flutterwave, NITDA collaborate to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy

Tribune Online Flutterwave, NITDA collaborate to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy "This partnership with NITDA reinforces our dedication to encouraging a truly inclusive digital economy and we are proud to contribute to the outstanding work NITDA is doing to transform Nigeria’s digital landscape.” Flutterwave, NITDA collaborate to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Cawthorne Channel Fire: Corpses of 3 Suspected Victims Washed Ashore

Barely five days after the fire was put off, corpses of three suspected victims of recent fire outbreak at Cawthorne Channel 1 in Rivers State have been washed ashore. The development is contrary to claims by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and the operators of the facility, that there were no casualties in […]

Events

4 h. ago NNPC Shipping, partners unveil joint venture to boost crude transport

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited have announced the signing of a new joint venture that will transform Nigerian maritime transportation. The partnership will focus on developing and operating tankers to efficiently transport crude oil across Nigeria and West Africa, reducing reliance on foreign vessels. A statement by the Read More

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5 h. ago Northwest requires holistic strategy to tackle security challenge – Expert

Sani Usman, a retired Brigadier-General of the Nigerian Army, has proposed a holistic security strategy for managing insecurity of all read more Northwest requires holistic strategy to tackle security challenge – Expert

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5 h. ago Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu … ask IBB to write vol. II, name those who annulled June 12 election Former Governor of Abia State, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare the late Chief MKO Abiola one of Nigeria’s presidents posthumously. Kalu said Abiola’s portrait should also be hung among the portraits of Nigerian presidents. […] Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Food Security: Hope rises as NADF, ARCN begin review of agric research system

Tribune Online Food Security: Hope rises as NADF, ARCN begin review of agric research system The Nigerian agriculture research system received its last attention from the government over 25 years ago, as Nigeria continued to battle low crop yield and poor animal production amidst surging population. Research is the basis of agricultural production. Without an effective research system, farmers will be unable to get viable seed for planting, livestock production […] Food Security: Hope rises as NADF, ARCN begin review of agric research system Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Kazakhstan eyes Nigerian talent, agriculture, oil in new trade push

Kazakhstan has opened trade talks with Nigeria in its first official business delegation visit as it looks to tap into read more Kazakhstan eyes Nigerian talent, agriculture, oil in new trade push

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6 h. ago Nigerian SMEs expect increased revenue from digital payments, innovations

Nigerian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) expect digital payments and innovation to increase their revenue. This is as more SMEs read more Nigerian SMEs expect increased revenue from digital payments, innovations

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report 

Tribune Online Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report  Nigeria’s commercial real estate market is poised to achieve a staggering value of  $362.27 billion by 2025, report by Statista Market Insights, has said. This projection, according to the report, took into account various factors and trends in the Nigerian real estate sector. Additionally, the report anticipated that the market would experience a consistent annual […] Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report  Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Filmhouse Group, others launch initiative to train young Nigerian creatives

The Filmhouse Group, a West African entertainment powerhouse, has partnered with the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and the University read more Filmhouse Group, others launch initiative to train young Nigerian creatives

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7 h. ago Taraba APC Stakeholders Resolve Differences, Set To Unseat PDP In 2027

Major stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State on Sunday met and resolved to set aside all their differences to form a more formidable opposition to unseat the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) government led by Governor Agbu Kefas in the 2027 general elections. Former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Trinidad and […]

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7 h. ago Govts urged to explore tenement rates for economic growth, development 

Tribune Online Govts urged to explore tenement rates for economic growth, development  Governments have been urged on the need to reposition tenement rate administration effectively for the nation’s economic growth and development. Through effective tenement rates administration,  the former President of NIESV, Dr. Emma  Okas Wike, who doubles as Keynote Speaker during the 31st  John  Wood Ekpenyong Annual Memorial Lecture/ 2025 Fellow’s Induction Compendium of the Nigerian […] Govts urged to explore tenement rates for economic growth, development  Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Kwara Poly Jerks Up Staff Salary, Offers Free Medical Screening

The management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin has approved a substantial salary increase for all staff of the institution. The rector of the polytechnic, Dr Abdul Jimoh Muhammed disclosed during an interview with LEADERSHIP in Ilorin, Kwara State. Dr Muhammed said the management has also provided free medical screening for all the staff to ensure […]

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