42 h. ago FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has lauded Cross River State for its proactive efforts in combating climate change and raising awareness about its impact, aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF),George Akume, delivered this commendation during a courtesy visit by contestants of the 2025 Miss Africa […] The post FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Minister Pays Homage To Alaafin, Expresses Federal Govt’s Support For Traditional Institution

The minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musawa has paid homage to the newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade at his palace in Oyo Town. During the visit, the minister who was accompanied by her Special Assistant on Sub-national Development and Engagement, Hon. Abiola Abdulkareem Jagunlabi, affirmed the […]

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5 d. ago PICTORIAL: Pakistani Military Chief Lauds Nigeria’s Role As Regional Power

The Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has commended Nigeria for its role as a regional power and a pillar of stability on the African continent. General Mirza stated this during a high-level courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air […]

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5 d. ago Deliver On Key Gas Initiatives For National Economic Growth, Ekpo Urges NNPC

Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has charged the new leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to prioritize the completion of the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) and Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) projects and other critical National Gas Projects. Ekpo made this call during a courtesy visit by NNPC Ltd.’s new leadership, led by […]

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7 d. ago Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals

By Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has reiterated his administration’s dedication to forming strategic partnerships with the United States in key areas like solid minerals development, agribusiness, education, and energy. Speaking through Deputy Governor Barrister Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal during a courtesy visit by a US Consulate delegation from Lagos, led by Kenise […] The post Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago PICTORIAL: Soun Pays Alaafin Courtesy Visit Days After Coronation In Oyo

The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye on Tuesday, paid a courtesy visit to the newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, in Oyo Town. Oba Olaoye disclosed this in a post on Facebook, seen by LEADERSHIP on Wednesday. “I had the distinct honour of paying a courtesy visit to His […]

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8 d. ago NECA commends Nigeria Customs Service on trade facilitation reforms

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for the recent policy reforms and operational improvements introduced under the current administration, particularly in the area of trade facilitation.  This commendation was given during a courtesy visit by a delegation led by the President of NECA, Dr […] The post NECA commends Nigeria Customs Service on trade facilitation reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago UNIDO Director General Visits Zeenab Foods, Commits To Strengthening Nigeria’s Food Processing Sector

Abuja, Nigeria – The Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) – Gerd Muller, accompanied by his team, paid a courtesy visit to  Zeenab Foods Limited Head office where he met with the Group Managing Director, Dr. Victor Ayemere (PhD), as part of efforts to bolster Nigeria’s food processing and packaging sector. […]

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1 week ago FG Suggests Extending NYSC Service To Two Years For Better Youth Employment

The Federal Government has proposed extending the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme from one year to two years in a bid to enhance skills acquisition and improve youth employment opportunities. The proposal, aimed at addressing the rising unemployment rate and equipping young Nigerians with essential skills, was shared during a courtesy visit by the […] The post FG Suggests Extending NYSC Service To Two Years For Better Youth Employment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Body of Benchers honours Wike for judicial infrastructure, legal advocacy

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Body of Benchers, Nigeria’s apex legal institution, has conferred an Award of Excellence on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike for his transformative contributions to judicial infrastructure and the legal profession. The recognition came during a courtesy visit by a high-powered delegation led by the Chairman,  Adegboyega Awomolo and […] The post Body of Benchers honours Wike for judicial infrastructure, legal advocacy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ekiti Gov lauds Promasidor Nigeria as key development partner

By Merit Ibe       Ekiti State Governor, Abiodun Oyebanji, has commended the partnership between Promasidor Nigeria and the Ekiti State Government, describing the Ikun Dairy Farm as a key success story of public-private collaboration. The governor gave the commendation  during a courtesy visit to Promasidor’s Lagos head office and factory, as part of […] The post Ekiti Gov lauds Promasidor Nigeria as key development partner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago World Bank expresses concern over Nigeria’s data, statistics quality

The World Bank has expressed concern over Nigeria’s poor statistical performance, noting that the country lags behind its aspirational peers such as Mexico, Colombia, South Africa and Brazil. According to a statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations, Mrs Julie Osagie-Jacobs, this was noted during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Budget and Read More

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3 w. ago NSCDC commandant seeks enhanced intelligence sharing to combat forest crimes 

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in the Federal Capital Territory Command, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has called for increased intelligence sharing between security agencies to combat rising forest crimes in the region. Odumosu made the plea during a courtesy visit by the Nigeria Forest Security Service to his office on Monday. Read More

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3 w. ago Digital economy: Shettima welcomes Visa Inc. plans to establish data centre in Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has welcomed plans by Visa Inc. in a move to enhance Nigeria’s to establish a data centre in the country.   Andrew Torre Visa’s Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa, disclosed this development during a courtesy visit to the Vice President at […] The post Digital economy: Shettima welcomes Visa Inc. plans to establish data centre in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Sokoto SWAN, Sports Ministry pledge synergy for sports development

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Sokoto State chapter, has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with the State Ministry of Sports Development to enhance the growth of sports in the state. During a courtesy visit to the commissioner, the SWAN Chairman, Umar Kware, emphasized the association’s dedication to strengthening its partnership with the ministry. Read More

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4 w. ago First Lady hailed for diplomatic efforts boosting Nigeria’s FDI

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu has been praised for her diplomatic efforts on the international stage, which are aiding the country’s quest to attract and sustain foreign direct investment (FDI). She was commended by Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, when the latter paid a courtesy visit to […] The post First Lady hailed for diplomatic efforts boosting Nigeria’s FDI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago NELFUND initiative to ease students’ financial burdens, Reps member says

Tribune Online NELFUND initiative to ease students’ financial burdens, Reps member says The member representing Akoko North-East/North-West federal constituency and Chairman of the Nigeria Education Loans and Scholarship Board (NELFUND), Hon. Ifeoluwa Ehindero, has called on students to take full advantage of the newly introduced student loan scheme. During a courtesy visit by the leadership of the National Congress of Akoko Students (NACAS), Hon. Ehindero emphasised the […] NELFUND initiative to ease students’ financial burdens, Reps member says Tribune Online

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