40 m. ago CISLAC commends EFCC over arrest of 792 foreign cybercrime syndicate, others

Tribune Online CISLAC commends EFCC over arrest of 792 foreign cybercrime syndicate, others The Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Center (CISLAC), Comrade Auwal Musa Ibrahim Rafsanjani, on Thursday commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for CISLAC commends EFCC over arrest of 792 foreign cybercrime syndicate, others Tribune Online

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62 m. ago Aare Onakakanfo Gani Adams Intervenes In Ooni–Alaafin Rift Over Chieftaincy Title

The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has appealed for peace between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, following a heated disagreement over the conferment of a chieftaincy title on Ibadan-based business mogul, Dotun Sanusi by the former. Recall that Ooni had on Saturday, August […]

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92 m. ago PDP southern leaders reject Lagos zoning meeting, condemn exclusion, secrecy

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) from Southern Nigeria have formally disowned the zoning meeting held in Lagos on August 21, describing it as illegitimate and exclusionary. The meeting, convened by some members of the party claiming to represent the Southern geo-political zones, faced sharp criticism for failing to invite […] The post PDP southern leaders reject Lagos zoning meeting, condemn exclusion, secrecy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Citigroup Eyes Custody, Payment Services for Stablecoins, Crypto ETFs

Citigroup has said it is considering offering custody and payment services for stablecoins and crypto-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as Wall Street accelerates its entry into the fast-expanding digital assets market. A senior Citi executive told Reuters that the new U.S. regulatory framework, which mandates stablecoin issuers to back tokens with safe assets like U.S. Treasuries […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria Governors’ Forum mourns loss of Kogi governor’s father

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo, Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo. Alhaji Momohsani died on August 19, at the age of 83. In a condolence message, Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the NGF, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, described the […] The post Nigeria Governors’ Forum mourns loss of Kogi governor’s father appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement

Tribune Online NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced new guidelines for the disbursement of upkeep loans to eligible students, disclosing NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NELFUND announces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced changes to its upkeep loan disbursement for benefiting students. Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications, NELFUND, in a statement on Thursday, August 21, said the new guidelines were designed to ensure efficient and effective upkeep service delivery to students. She said the […] The post NELFUND announces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Synergy between federal, state civil services yielding positive results — Walson

Tribune Online Synergy between federal, state civil services yielding positive results — Walson-Jack The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has commended the deepening collaboration between the Federal and State Civil Services, noting that the synergy is already yielding positive results. Synergy between federal, state civil services yielding positive results — Walson-Jack Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Plateau Stakeholders Trained On Alternative Dispute Resolution

Plateau State government stakeholders have been trained and equipped with practical skills in Collaborative and Alternative Dispute Resolution (CDR/ADR). The two-day workshop was facilitated by the Plateau MultiDoor Courthouse (PMDC) and the Tattaunawa Roundtable Initiative (TRICentre), with support from the government of Sweden through the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). The training, held under the project: […]

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3 h. ago Federal civil service strengthens ties with Zamfara to boost governance, service delivery

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, has praised the growing collaboration between the Federal and State Civil Services, describing it as a “vital step towards strengthening governance and enhancing service delivery nationwide”. Mrs Walson-Jack made the remarks while hosting Alhaji Yakubu Sani Haidara, Head […] The post Federal civil service strengthens ties with Zamfara to boost governance, service delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CODE, Malala Fund Launch Girls’ Mentorship Programme In Bauchi

An organisation, Connected Development (CODE), with the support of the Malala Fund, has launched a girls’ mentorship programme in Bauchi State as part of efforts to empower young girls with the skills, confidence and support system. The initiative was unveiled yesterday during a press conference at Sulgad Hotel, Bauchi, which also featured the launch of […]

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3 h. ago Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended the Council of Obas, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and other individuals and groups for their intervention to prevail on the Federal Government to release the withheld local government allocations. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday, August 20, Adeleke praised […] The post Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ifeanyi: Davido reacts as Chioma makes emotional return to social media

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian music sensation David Adeleke, often known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma, have shared a heartfelt Instagram interaction. Chioma Adeleke, who had taken a break from social media following the untimely death of their son, Ifeanyi, in 2022, returned on Thursday with a touching message. She posted a photo of her […] The post Ifeanyi: Davido reacts as Chioma makes emotional return to social media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons?

Tribune Online Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons? Last week, the news filtered out about the sad demise of a medical student at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, via suicide. This brings to the fore again the rising spate of suicide deaths, especially among young persons. Another recent example is that of a female student who died from suicide in Lagos […] Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons? Tribune Online

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5 h. ago UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities

Tribune Online UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities ABOUT 100 women and girls from Ajegunle Enu Ama and Okesiri communities in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have been equipped with hands-on skills in sustainable aquaculture through a two-day training organised under the Climate-Resilient Fisheries Project. The initiative, tagged “Female Prep,” was funded by the United Nations Development Programme Global Environment Facility […] UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Oyo gives N45m to HIV activities, inaugurates Ladigbolu, Peller, others as OYSACA ambassadors

Tribune Online Oyo gives N45m to HIV activities, inaugurates Ladigbolu, Peller, others as OYSACA ambassadors Against the backdrop of a reduction in global funding for health intervention programmes, the Oyo State government on Wednesday announced the N45 million to activities to stem the tide of HIV in the state. Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal, made the announcement at the inauguration of six OYSACA ambassadors to promote the […] Oyo gives N45m to HIV activities, inaugurates Ladigbolu, Peller, others as OYSACA ambassadors Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin

Tribune Online Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin • I have personally reached out to the monarchs, elders over the issue — Gani Adams Prominent leaders in Yoruba land, on Wednesday, called for a cessation of the altercations between the camps of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Eniitan Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, over issues triggered by […] Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin Tribune Online

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7 h. ago The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (1)

Tribune Online The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (1) AS the Founder and former Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, former Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council of the University of Lagos, former Chairman of all Pro-Chancellors, the Founder and Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti even though I never attend any secondary school or university, I am very well […] The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (1) Tribune Online

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7 h. ago FG unveils strategic interventions to boost creative economy, tourism

Tribune Online FG unveils strategic interventions to boost creative economy, tourism The Ministry will focus on infrastructure development, policy enhancement, skills development, tourism infrastructure, and data-driven decision-making... FG unveils strategic interventions to boost creative economy, tourism Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Anambra suspends 8 Agunaechemba officials for stripping corps member

From Obinna Odogwu, Awka Anambra State Government has suspended eight members of the Agunaechemba Vigilante Group for attacking a female National Youth Corps member (NYSC)in Oba community, Idemili South Local Government of the state. The victim,  Jennifer Elobor, was also stripped naked by the state owned local vigilance group. The video of the incident which […] The post Anambra suspends 8 Agunaechemba officials for stripping corps member appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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