1 hour ago Free fuel: Keke riders rue Abia Speaker’s empowerment programme, say it solves no problem

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Tricycle operators in Aba, Abia State, have decried the free fuel programme of the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Emmanuel Emeruwa, describing it as a charade and one that solves no problem. Rt. Hon Emeruwa had earlier in the week announced he was going to give free […] The post Free fuel: Keke riders rue Abia Speaker’s empowerment programme, say it solves no problem appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta

Tribune Online Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta "FOB Escravos remains unwavering in its commitment to dismantling illegal refining infrastructure and safeguarding Nigeria’s oil assets against economic sabotage." Nigerian Navy destroys eight illegal refining sites in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Otti’s wife warns against abuse of elderly persons in society

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti has warned against abuse of elderly persons in society, saying such was an abomination in this part of the clime. Mrs. Otti gave the warning during an event in Umuahia, tagged, “Addressing Abuse of Older Adults in Abia State Through Data and […] The post Otti’s wife warns against abuse of elderly persons in society appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ekiti Building Youths To Contribute To State Devt, Says Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has said that his administration is prioritising youth development so that young people can become active contributors to the state’s development and progress. He said the government’s programmes and policies are being supported by action to enhance the development and empowerment of Ekiti youths. He spoke yesterday in Ado Ekiti, […]

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6 h. ago Commission Distributes Agric Inputs To Abia Rural Women Farmers

Abia State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (ASOPADEC) has stopped selling bundles of improved cassava stems and packs of maize seed to rural women farmers in some communities in the Ukwa East local government area. Handing over the inputs to the women yesterday, the general manager of the ASOPADEC, Ven. Dr Joshua Onyeike said the […]

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7 h. ago FG Pays N1. 2trn Pension Arrears As Retirees Receive Additional Pension Boost

In a move to clear the accrued pension of workers who retired from federal civil service, the federal government has, so far, settled about N1.2 trillion of its arrears to the concerned retirees across the country. The payment made was from the inception of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), precisely, in 2004 to the first […]

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9 h. ago Dangote blames shortage of domestic crude oil for reliance on imports from US

Tribune Online Dangote blames shortage of domestic crude oil for reliance on imports from US The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has blamed shortage of domestic crude oil for the major reason Dangote refinery increasingly relied on imports from the United States to meet its needs in recent months. Dangote stated this during the tour of the facility by the Technical Committee of the One-Stop Shop (OSS) for […] Dangote blames shortage of domestic crude oil for reliance on imports from US Tribune Online

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10 h. ago USSD: 13 banks clear debts as new billing policy takes effect

By Chinenye Anuforo Thirteen commercial banks have fully settled their outstanding Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) service debts to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). The remaining three banks are nearing completion of their payments, having cleared over 95% of their respective debts. This disclosure was made by Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications […] The post USSD: 13 banks clear debts as new billing policy takes effect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Police Uncover Underground Den Of Kidnappers, Arrest 2 Suspects In Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command, on Thursday, disclosed that its men have uncovered a deep pit located inside a building in a forest suspected to be a den where kidnap victims were kept. The Police also confirmed the arrest of suspected kidnappers and recovered dangerous weapons from the suspects. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), […]

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11 h. ago Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace

•Analysts see lenders surpassing N500bn mark By Chinwendu Obienyi Six top Nigerian banks are on course to exceed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s minimum capital requirement of N500 billion, Daily Sun’s findings have shown. The big lenders; Zenith Bank, Access Holdings, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), FBN Holdings, Fidelity […] The post Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The National Coordinating Council (NCC) of the Obidient Movement has appointed a coordinating council in Osun State to mobilise people at the grassroots level. The newly appointed coordinator of the Obidient Movement in Osun, Engineer Sunday Olowu, on Thursday, said that the focus is to build a people-first political structure that […] The post Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Oil theft: Navy arrests 242 suspects, 76 vessels in two years of crackdown

Tribune Online Oil theft: Navy arrests 242 suspects, 76 vessels in two years of crackdown Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla stated this at a briefing in the capital, Abuja on Thursday. Oil theft: Navy arrests 242 suspects, 76 vessels in two years of crackdown Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents

Tribune Online ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents The Anambra State Government has issued a stern directive to residents and property owners occupying dilapidated or defaced buildings across key urban areas, mandating them to repaint their structures or face enforcement measures beginning July 1. ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Regular, proper data collection critical to development — FUTA don

Tribune Online Regular, proper data collection critical to development — FUTA don A Professor of Statistics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, FUTA, Barnabas Adebola, has urged governments at all levels to encourage carry out regular and proper data gathering for proper planning and for the benefit of the society. He also recommended training of more statisticians in the country to ensure data integrity and sanctity. […] Regular, proper data collection critical to development — FUTA don Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Oil could surpass $90 as Middle East tensions mount, Goldman, Barclays warn

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could drive Brent crude oil prices up by as much as $10 per read more Oil could surpass $90 as Middle East tensions mount, Goldman, Barclays warn

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26 h. ago Rainstorm ravages Federal Poly Idah, renders students homeless

Tribune Online Rainstorm ravages Federal Poly Idah, renders students homeless A devastating storm has ravaged the Federal Polytechnic, Idah, causing widespread destruction to properties and buildings within the institution's premises. Rainstorm ravages Federal Poly Idah, renders students homeless Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Energy Crisis: ‘Africa Must Stop Relying On Developed Countries To Grow Domestic Oil & Gas Sector’

In a renewed call to tackle the continent’s energy crisis, stakeholders have urged African governments to stop relying on developed countries for the development of local oil and gas industries, saying this will accelerate energy transition and economic independence across Africa. This message was central to discussions at the 2nd Africa Gas Innovation Summit (AGIS), […]

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30 h. ago Dakuku links quality healthcare delivery to consistent innovations, capacity building

The Sun Turnaround expert and accomplished technocrat, Dr Dakuku Peterside, says consistent innovations in the healthcare sector and capacity building will continue to drive quality, accessibility, affordability, and efficiency of healthcare systems. Dr Peterside stated this as the Chairman of the 2025 Afrihealth Conferences and Exhibitions, one of the largest private sector-led healthcare conferences in […] The post Dakuku links quality healthcare delivery to consistent innovations, capacity building appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Oil Exploration Resumption: Stop Inciting Ogonis Against FG, Group Tells Ex–Rep

A group, the Conscience of Ogoni People (COOP), has called on a former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Emma Deeyah, to stop inciting the people of Ogoni ethnic nationality against the federal government following their resolve to allow the resumption of oil exploration activities in the area. The group stated that it was […]

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