2 h. ago Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48

Tribune Online Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48-year-old church, properties, shops   Hopes were dampened and tears rolled down the cheeks of occupants of the ancient community of Otumara as officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) rolled demolition machines over their buildings, including a 48-year-old church building, shops and businesses levelling them to the ground. The atmosphere was dusty and filled with uncertainty […] Rubble, uncertainty take over Otumara community as Lagos govt demolishes 48-year-old church, properties, shops Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Asama Set To Renovate Strategic Security Outposts In Constituency

Member representing Jos North/Bassa federal constituency of Plateau State, Hon. Daniel Asama, has commenced the renovation of strategic security outposts to ensure the advancement of law and order in the constituency. Our correspondent reports that the development is part of his commitment to strengthening community safety, improving response capacity, and fostering peace within the area. […]

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3 h. ago 2025 Rio Carnival: Federal Gov’t Hails Brazil’s Spectacular Showcase Of Yoruba Culture

The Nigerian Government has applauded Brazil for its outstanding and creative presentation of Yoruba culture during the just-concluded 2025 Rio Carnival, which drew 8 million tourists and generated a staggering $1.2 billion in revenue. A statement issued by Caleb Nor, media assistant to the executive secretary of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Otunba […]

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4 h. ago Insecurity: Jonathan canvasses mutual trust between cititizens, security agencies

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, has urged Nigerians and security agencies to move from a state of suspicion to a culture of trust in addressing the security challenge currently confronting the country. He stated this at a roundtable on security and civic engagement in Nigeria, organised by Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) in Abuja, yesterday. The former […] The post Insecurity: Jonathan canvasses mutual trust between cititizens, security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NESREA to unveil efficient import clearance system to aid trade facilitation

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Director General of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency(NESREA), Dr.Innocent Barikor, has said that the agency will soon unveil a more robust and efficient system to improve the import clearance regime of the agency with an eye toward full integration with the National Single Window Project. Dr. Barikor […] The post NESREA to unveil efficient import clearance system to aid trade facilitation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Police rescue Gombe man in failed attempt to suicide on telecom mast

A dramatic scene unfolded in Gombe when the police intervened to rescue a man who had climbed an MTN mast and threatened to jump down and take his own life. The victim, who was later identified as 27-year-old Mohammed Bello, claimed he was being pursued by security agencies over outstanding debts and preferred to end Read More

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6 h. ago Fuel subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, declared that Nigeria faced imminent bankruptcy if his administration had not swiftly ended the fuel subsidy and implemented crucial economic reforms. Receiving a delegation of former National Assembly colleagues from the aborted Third Republic at the State House in Abuja, the President explained that his actions were motivated by the Read More

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6 h. ago Attackers of Ondo communities won’t escape justice, says Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the recent attacks on communities in Akure North Local Government Area, where suspected herdsmen killed several residents. No fewer than 14 people were reportedly shot dead, while many others sustained injuries in the attacks, which occurred last Saturday in the communities Read More

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6 h. ago CBN sells N678bn treasury bills, investor subscriptions hit N1.27trn

By Chinwendu Obienyi The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) sold N678 billion worth of Treasury bills (T-bills) in its latest auction, despite total investor subscriptions reaching N1.27 trillion, highlighting strong demand amid tight market liquidity. At the NTB PMA auction conducted by the Debt Management Office (DMO) recently, the yield spiked to 22.52 percent from […] The post CBN sells N678bn treasury bills, investor subscriptions hit N1.27trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Nigeria would’ve been bankrupt if I didn’t end fuel subsidy—Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, declared that Nigeria faced imminent bankruptcy if his administration had not swiftly ended the fuel subsidy and implemented crucial economic reforms. Receiving a delegation of former National Assembly colleagues from the aborted Third Republic at the State House in Abuja, Tinubu explained that his actions were motivated by the need Read More

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8 h. ago Roche, Oncopadi tech to support 5,000 breast cancer patients

A multinational healthcare company, Roche and a provider of digital integrated healthcare services, Oncopadi Technologies have launched a Breast Cancer Access Navigation and Testing Programme targeted at supporting breast cancer patients across the country. The programme will also help to improve early detection and provide timely, accurate diagnosis of breast cancer by providing free immunohistochemistry Read More

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10 h. ago ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion

Tribune Online ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Thursday reaffirmed total commitment to regional security with a pledge  to ensure the subregion’s safety and stability.   The Chairman of the Committee and Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, stated this while speaking at the closing ceremony […] ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion Tribune Online

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11 h. ago ECOWAS defence chiefs reaffirm commitment to regional security

The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States have reiterated their commitment to regional security, vowing to enhance peacekeeping and counter-terrorism efforts across the subregion. The renewed pledge came during the closing ceremony of the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff in Abuja. The Read More

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13 h. ago Bill to introduce early voting for essential workers scales second reading in Senate

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) (Early Voting) Bill, 2024, through its second reading. The bill seeks to introduce early voting for certain categories of Nigerians, including election officials, security personnel, journalists, and observers. Leading the debate on the general principles of the bill on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, […] The post Bill to introduce early voting for essential workers scales second reading in Senate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Govt officials may soon be required to fly Nigerian airlines — Keyamo

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has stated that the Federal Government is set to introduce the Fly Nigeria Act to the National Assembly, a policy aimed at boosting the country’s aviation industry by mandating government officials to prioritise local airlines for official trips. Keyamo disclosed this during the 2025 Ministerial Press Read More

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14 h. ago PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo

Tribune Online PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo The Edo State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Action Group has raised alarm over the deteriorating security situation, economic woes, and alleged mismanagement of state resources in Edo State. PDP group raises alarm over ‘insecurity, economic woes’ in Edo Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments

Tribune Online Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments The lawmakers also approved the provisions for the exemption of the personnel of Military Forces and other such Security Agencies from Personal Income Tax, in recognition of the sacrificial services these individuals render in keeping Nigerians safe. Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Nigeria must improve current varsities instead of adding more – Minister

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has attributed the proliferation of universities to mounting pressure from lawmakers. Alausa spoke at the third edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja on Thursday. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Federal Government is under increasing pressure to reform the country’s education sector. NAN Read More

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15 h. ago Natasha: Women Group Supports Akpabio, Takes Protests To UN House

The Women for Change Vanguard has announced a planned peaceful protest at the UN House in Abuja on Friday, urging Nigerian women to gather and demand evidence from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan regarding her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement by its spokesperson, Arc (Mrs) Margaret Adesuwa Ehilebo, the group […]

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15 h. ago Damagum to PDP members: Stop encouraging APC govt out of fear

Tribune Online Damagum to PDP members: Stop encouraging APC govt out of fear “This party, the PDP, is still the party to beat. A party that has been tested for 27 years, one of the oldest parties. All these shenanigans you see around - the APC, the others - have not been more than 10 years old,” he stated. Damagum to PDP members: Stop encouraging APC govt out of fear Tribune Online

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