5 h. ago NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has signed an agreement with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost read more NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

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27 h. ago Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments

• KWAM 1 named aviation ambassador despite airport mess From Sola Ojo, Abuja An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court has struck out unruly behaviour and assault charges brought against an Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmason, following police’s withdrawal of the case. On August 11, Emmason was remanded in a correctional centre over a five-count charge of unruly […] The post Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo

By Seyi Babalola Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has stated that airline operators are considering naming Ms Comfort Emmanson, an embattled Ibom Air passenger, as an ambassador for excellent aviation passenger conduct. Keyamo announced this on Wednesday in a statement, emphasising that Emmanson’s position, as well as that of Fuji star […] The post Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Okpebholo to open up Edo riverine communities for development – Idahosa 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The deputy governor of Edo State, Hon Dennis Idahosa, has promised that the Monday Okpebholo-led administration will open up riverine communities in the state for sustainable development. He made the promise during the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally for next Saturday Ovia federal constituency bye-election at Inikorogha in Ovia South […] The post Okpebholo to open up Edo riverine communities for development – Idahosa  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Imperatives of strategic economic reforms in Nigeria’s quest for sustainable economic development (V)

Introduction The last part of this treatise recommended a range of measures for resettling the agenda of our economic transformation such as project financing, diversification and public-private partnership. This week’s episode continues that theme with the following suggestions: Human Capital Development, Military Tightening, Enhancing Infrastructural Development, Strengthening Governance/Fighting Corruption, Leveraging Regional and Global Trade Opportunities, […] The post Imperatives of strategic economic reforms in Nigeria’s quest for sustainable economic development (V) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria

Tribune Online NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria The Nigerian Institution of Highways and Transportation Engineers (NIHTE), in collaboration with the International Road Federation (IRF) has trained two hundred and fifty (250) engineers to enhance infrastructural development in Nigeria, especially road network and bridges. Speaking at the opening session of the event in Abuja, the national chairman of NIHTE, Francis Oriakhi revealed that […] NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 d. ago Shettima Leads Federal Gov’t’s Delegation To Late Audu Ogbeh’s Family

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, saying Nigeria has lost one of its most visionary leaders. He described Chief Ogbeh’s death as an irreparable loss to Nigeria’s agricultural transformation drive and national development trajectory. Speaking on Monday when […]

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3 d. ago Plan to shut down 176 estates could unsettle investors confidence —REDAN

Tribune Online Plan to shut down 176 estates could unsettle investors confidence —REDAN The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has expressed concerns over the Lagos State Government’s plan to shut down 176 housing estates said to have breached planning regulations. REDAN President, Akintoye Adeoye, said that branding the estates as “illegal” could send the wrong signal to both local and foreign investors. The affected estates have […] Plan to shut down 176 estates could unsettle investors confidence —REDAN Tribune Online

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Shettima Leads Federal Govt’s Delegation To Condole Ogbeh’s Family

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh. VP Shettima said Nigeria has lost one of its most visionary leaders. He described Chief Ogbeh’s death as an irreparable loss to Nigeria’s agricultural transformation drive and national development trajectory. Speaking on […]

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4 d. ago Firm Partners UNESCO, Oracle To Host Summer Camp For Lagos Youths

Digital Equity Africa, in a strategic partnership with UNESCO, Oracle Academy and Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has put together Future Minds AI Summer Camp 2025 for youths in Lagos State. The summer camp, which is the first AI-focused summer camp for kids and teenagers in Africa, followed the success of Digital Equity […]

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5 d. ago Don hails Mbah’s support for education, congratulates new UNN VC

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu A renowned academic and former Commissioner for Lands and Urban Development in Enugu State, Prof Victor Nnam, has congratulated Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya on his appointment as the 16th substantive Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), describing the development as victory for merit, competence, and dedication to academic […] The post Don hails Mbah’s support for education, congratulates new UNN VC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NILDS advocates bold steps to overcome development challenges in Nigeria

Tribune Online NILDS advocates bold steps to overcome development challenges in Nigeria These challenges have also created a divided society, particularly along economic lines, consisting of a highly privileged few.... NILDS advocates bold steps to overcome development challenges in Nigeria Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Regional Development Minister arrives PH to inspect key NDDC projects

Abubakar Momoh, Nigeria’s minister of Regional Development, has arrived Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, to begin a three-day inspection read more Regional Development Minister arrives PH to inspect key NDDC projects

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7 d. ago Expert Seeks Urgent Reforms In Land Acquisition To Drive Infrastructure Dev’t

A leading expert in land management and infrastructure development, ESV. Emmanuel Mark, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s right of way acquisition processes to unlock sustainable infrastructure growth across the country. In a newly released article titled “Public Infrastructure and Right of Way Acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and Challenges”, Mark emphasised that land acquisition […]

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8 d. ago Shrinking Industrial Base, Dominant Informal Sector Undermine Economic Growth, NESG Warns

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised serious concerns over the country’s weakening industrial capacity and the overwhelming dominance of the informal sector, warning that these structural deficiencies are threatening Nigeria’s long-term economic growth and development. Presenting findings from a new research study on Wednesday, the Group disclosed that despite several promises and policy […]

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8 d. ago Innovation, technology key to Nigeria’s industrial development – Nnaji

By Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has stated that innovation and technology are critical for Nigeria’s industrial development. Nnaji made this known at the ongoing 2025 edition of the Nigeria Manufacturing & Equipment/Nigerian Raw Materials (NME/NIRAM) Expo, in Lagos. He commended the Raw Materials Research and […] The post Innovation, technology key to Nigeria’s industrial development – Nnaji appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigerian First E&P eyes Tanzanian gas in broader push for growth

Nigeria’s First Exploration and Petroleum Development Co. is eyeing gas exploration in East Africa, reflecting a wider push by the read more Nigerian First E&P eyes Tanzanian gas in broader push for growth

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8 d. ago FG plans Centenary City in Abuja, needs funds to develop project

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The federal government is planning to develop a district called Centenary City in Abuja, which spans over 1,200 hectares of land along Airport Road, stating that funds are needed to develop the infrastructure. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, made this known when he met with […] The post FG plans Centenary City in Abuja, needs funds to develop project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago NOSDRA, EU strategise on oil spill response, international partnership

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) and the European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS have agreed to seek greater collaboration to build a robust, internationally supported framework for oil spill response, environmental protection, and sustainable development in Nigeria’s oil-producing regions. The agreement was reached during a working visit by NOSDRA’s […] The post NOSDRA, EU strategise on oil spill response, international partnership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Weak institutions threaten Nigeria’s democracy, development – Experts 

 …warn Nigeria won’t achieve SDGs 2030 target From Sola Ojo, Abuja Democratic stakeholders have raised serious concerns over the weakening of public institutions in Nigeria, warning that the trend was undermining both democratic governance and the country’s ability to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 target. The alarm was sounded during a one-day Democratic Stakeholders […] The post Weak institutions threaten Nigeria’s democracy, development – Experts  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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