79 m. ago Angry netizens blast presidency over N10bn solar power project

By John Ogunsemore The presidency’s planned N10 billion expenditure on solar power installation at the State House, Abuja, has elicited scathing criticism from Nigerians on social media. Daily Sun reports that N10 billion was allocated in the 2025 Appropriation Act for installing a solar mini-grid at the Presidential Villa, following increased energy bills and unreliable […] The post Angry netizens blast presidency over N10bn solar power project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

29 h. ago Siemens Project: Past Governments Failed To Improve Power Sector, Adelabu Insists

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has maintained his stance that previous Nigerian administrations failed to make tangible progress in the power sector, particularly with the much-heralded Siemens Project, until the advent of the Bola Tinubu administration. Adelabu emphasised that it was only after President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023 that the Presidential Power Initiative […]

Politics

53 h. ago Otti approves establishment of independent power project in Abia varsity

Alex OttI, governor of Abia State, has said that his administration has approved the establishment of an independent power plant read more Otti approves establishment of independent power project in Abia varsity

Politics

5 d. ago Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Dr Uwa Igiehon, Managing Director of Industrial Park, Ologbo, Edo State, has urged the Federal Government to invest in local engineers to reduce Nigeria’s capital flight. Speaking during an inspection of the Ossiomo Power Independent Power Project (IPP) in Ologbo, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, he emphasised that Nigeria has the […] The post Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago Buni Commissions Solar Power Plant In Yobe Varsity Teaching Hospital

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has commissioned a solar PV plant for the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH) Damaturu. The project was undertaken by the Federal Ministry of Power to complement the state government’s effort in providing uninterrupted power supply through renewable energy for high quality service in the hospital. The governor was […]

Politics

1 week ago Cristiano Ronaldo ventures into film industry, unveils new studio

Cristiano Ronaldo has ventured into the film industry, marking his debut by partnering with British film producer Matthew Vaughn to establish an independent film studio called UR•MARV. This collaboration has already led to the production and financing of two action-packed films, with plans for a third installment in the same series. The financial specifics of Read More

Politics

1 week ago NISO Will Drive Transparency, Efficiency In Power Sector – Gbeleyi

The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), Mr. Ayodeji Gbeleyi, has lauded the establishment of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) as a transformative milestone in Nigeria’s power sector reform journey. Speaking during the NISO Board’s inauguration ceremony yesterday in Abuja, Gbeleyi described the event as a “significant milestone in the ongoing reform […]

Politics

2 w. ago Abia private varsity condemns killing of Chinese expatriates, policeman

The management of Gregory University in Uturu, Abia State, has condemned the brutal murder of two Chinese expatriates and one policeman in Amaya Ndundu autonomous community, Isuikwuato Local Government Area of the state last weekend. In a statement on Monday by the Deputy Registrar, Communication, Sleek Ogwo, the institution expressed sadness over the murder of Read More

Events

2 w. ago Tricycle operators in Aba commend Otti’s infrastructure development policy

…Urge the state government to intervene in ASTOPU’s refusal to allow REKOAA to operate independently, as approved by the Ministry read more Tricycle operators in Aba commend Otti’s infrastructure development policy

Politics

3 w. ago Senate Approves Bills To Establish Federal Varsity Of Medical Sciences, COE In Abia

The Senate has approved the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende (Establishment) Bill and the Federal College of Education, Bende (Establishment) Bill, for third reading, marking a significant step towards the establishment of the two tertiary institutions in Abia State. Sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, […]

Politics

3 w. ago Council urges Rivers sole administrator to institute truth, reconciliation committee

The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria has called for the establishment of an independent Truth and Reconciliation Committee comprising elder statesmen and national leaders to address the lingering political crisis in Rivers State. The council made this appeal while backing President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in the state, describing Read More

Politics

3 w. ago Bill to establish independent body to conduct LG elections scale second reading

The House of Representatives has passed for second reading, a Bill for an Act to alter the Constitution to establish read more Bill to establish independent body to conduct LG elections scale second reading

Politics

4 w. ago Otti orders construction of hostel, faculty buildings, cafeteria in Abia varsity

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has vowed to tackle the infrastructure challenges at Abia State University, Uturu, by constructing a 5,000-capacity hostel and a cafeteria for students. The governor also announced plans to construct new faculty buildings for the Law and Agriculture faculties. Additionally, he ordered the demolition and reconstruction of buildings at the ABSU Read More

Politics