53 m. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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93 m. ago “Rededicate Yourselves To National Peace, Prayers For The Country” – APC Tells Nigeria Muslims

Ruling All Progressives Congress has tasked Nigeria Muslims to pray and rededicate themselves to national peace and development in the country. In a statement on Sunday APC’s  National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka commended Muslim faithful for their devotion during Ramadan, including prayers, sacrifice, charity, and dedication to peace and unity. APC said: “The All Progressives […] The post “Rededicate Yourselves To National Peace, Prayers For The Country” – APC Tells Nigeria Muslims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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94 m. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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97 m. ago God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin

Sheikh Abdul-Fattah Enabulele, the Chief Imam of Benin, has expressed concern over the rising killings across Nigeria, stating that God is displeased with the nation. He lamented the increasing violence, urging Nigerians to embrace peace, justice, and unity he emphasised that bloodshed and injustice hinder divine blessings and called on leaders to take urgent steps […] The post God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings – Chief Imam Of Benin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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97 m. ago Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that he removed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to accelerate development and address infrastructure challenges. The President explained that the TSA system was restricting financial flexibility, delaying critical infrastructure projects, and needed to be reviewed for greater impact and progress. By exempting the […] The post Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his contributions to infrastructural development in Abuja Despite being a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike has played a crucial role in implementing key development projects in the capital city. His collaboration with the APC-led administration […] The post Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Lawmakers split on LG autonomy as conflicting bills pass second reading

…analysts urge true federalism Nigeria’s House of Representatives is now at an impasse over the future of local government autonomy, read more Lawmakers split on LG autonomy as conflicting bills pass second reading

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1 hour ago Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts

Tribune Online Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Despite the 22 million units of housing deficit in Nigeria, over N9 trillion worth of building projects are tied down in abandonment, experts in the built environment have said. Some of these projects lying wasting across the states of the federation, experts said, were mostly abandoned housing projects initiated by the federal government’s ministries, departments […] Despite Nigeria’s huge housing deficit, over N9trn building projects abandoned —Experts Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Money For Hospital Project Paid In Full Multiple Times With Nothing In Place — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, said the agency uncovered massive corruption where some (unnamed) government officials paid 100 per cent fees for a hospital project that was never built. The ICPC chairman said the most troubling part of the corruption was that the officials ensured […]

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9 h. ago Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has called on the government to ensure that all those found guilty of the killing of hunters who were natives of Kano State in Edo State are brought to justice. The Emir made this appeal in his Eid message while also expressing his condolences […] The post Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence

Tribune Online Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday assured Muslims in the state that his administration will continue to promote policies and programmes that foster peace and unity among people of all faiths. Gov Okpebholo receives Muslim leaders in Benin, assures peaceful coexistence Tribune Online

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11 h. ago I’m Happy Tinubu Has Confidence In Me, Says FCT Minister Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for publicly acknowledging his efforts and calling him “Mr Infrastructure.” Speaking to State House correspondents after the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr homage at the Presidential Villa IN Abuja, Wike described the President’s praise as a strong vote of confidence and a […]

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11 h. ago Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies

Tribune Online Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies The spokesman for the House of Representatives and lawmaker representing Ekiti North I (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, Akintunde Rotimi, has condemned the lynching of a group of travellers by youths along the Uromi-Obajana Road in Edo State. Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies Tribune Online

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11 h. ago FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders

Tribune Online FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders Following the approval of the establishment of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Teaching Hospital in Akure, the Ondo State capital, leaders of the Akure community have stated that it will significantly enhance the provision of effective healthcare services for the people of Ondo State and Nigeria as a whole. FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Nigeria wins bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

The Commonwealth Fencing Federation (CFF) has awarded Nigeria the hosting rights for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Nigeria Fencing Federation read more Nigeria wins bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

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12 h. ago FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio

Tribune Online FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has pledged to engage with the administration of President Bola Tinubu to secure a refund for the funds expended by the Ekiti State Government on the construction of federal roads in the state. FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio Tribune Online

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13 h. ago SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has demanded the immediate withdrawal of a proposed bill that seeks to punish Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. The bill, currently before the National Assembly, proposes a six-month jail term, a fine of ₦100,000, or both for eligible voters who abstain from elections. […] The post SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Uromi Killing: “Stop The Threats, Address The Crisis” – Edo Residents In FCT Warn Northern Elders

The Edo Peoples Congress (EPC), a group of Edo residents in the Federal Capital Territory, has cautioned northern elders against making inciteful statements following the tragic killing of northern hunters mistaken for kidnappers in Uromi, Edo State. The group condemned the threats of revenge issued by the Northern Elders Forum, describing them as reckless and […] The post Uromi Killing: “Stop The Threats, Address The Crisis” – Edo Residents In FCT Warn Northern Elders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Doctors threaten service suspension at Ebonyi hospital amid tension

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Association of Resident Doctors at David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital, Uburu, Ebonyi State, has threatened to suspend services at the hospital if the ongoing tension persists. Tension has been pervading the hospital since last week when the community protested against the management of the health institution over what they […] The post Doctors threaten service suspension at Ebonyi hospital amid tension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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