3 h. ago Policemen on rescue operation ambushed, Delta land agent abducted

Some gunmen on Monday ambushed policemen on a rescue operation after a female real estate realtor was abducted in Ibusa community, Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State. This happened barely four days after gunmen kidnapped a farmer in Issele-Azagba area of the state. PUNCH Metro gathered on Tuesday that the realtor, simply identified as Read More

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5 h. ago Foundation, Opay distribute educational materials to vulnerable pupils

Tribune Online Foundation, Opay distribute educational materials to vulnerable pupils A Non-Governmental Organisation, Yield Africa Foundation, and Opay Digital Service Ltd have brought relief to some vulnerable pupils in Lagos State through the distribution of essential school materials. The foundation’s President, Mr Olatunde Martins, made this known during the distribution of the educational materials to pupils at Rabiatu Thompson Nursery and Primary School, Surulere, Lagos, […] Foundation, Opay distribute educational materials to vulnerable pupils Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Ezekwesili wants govt to create jobs through entrepreneurship, industrialisation

Obiageli Ezekwesili, a former Nigerian Minister of Education, has called on the Nigeria’s Government to prioritise entrepreneurship, industrialization, and infrastructure read more Ezekwesili wants govt to create jobs through entrepreneurship, industrialisation

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6 h. ago Tinubu in Delta, calls for free treatment of HIV/AIDS patients

…distributes 10,000 professional kits to midwives in South-South Oluremi Tinubu, Wife of President Bola Tinubu, has advocated free treatment programmes read more Tinubu in Delta, calls for free treatment of HIV/AIDS patients

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9 h. ago Kogi Govt Sponsoring Senator Natasha’s Recall Process – Lawyer

Victor Giwa, a counsel to lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has accused Kogi State Government of sponsoring the recall process of the suspended lawmaker. Speaking during an interview with Channels Television on Tuesday, Mr. Giwa said that the state government, through Charity Omole, one of the aides of Governor Usman Ododo, has been championing […] The post Kogi Govt Sponsoring Senator Natasha’s Recall Process – Lawyer appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading

Tribune Online Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading The Bill provides that the National Local Government Electoral Commission shall consist of a Chairman and 37 other members representing the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Ondo govt restates commitment to women’s participation in agriculture

Tribune Online Ondo govt restates commitment to women’s participation in agriculture select 100 youths to undergo training in April Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, on Tuesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment towards women’s participation in agriculture, launching an empowerment initiative focused on modern farming practices. Speaking during the launch, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Agriculture and Agribusiness, Mr. Wemimo Akinshola, who represented […] Ondo govt restates commitment to women’s participation in agriculture Tribune Online

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12 h. ago WAEC, NECO exams: Lagos govt raises concern over declining performance of students

Tribune Online WAEC, NECO exams: Lagos govt raises concern over declining performance of students He suggested that this measure would motivate final-year students to study harder and be more dedicated, WAEC, NECO exams: Lagos govt raises concern over declining performance of students Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Ekiti deepens afforestation, distributes seedlings to schools for environmental conservation

…as Oyebanji says forests critical to food security Ekiti State Forestry Commission has distributed 100 seedlings to schools as part read more Ekiti deepens afforestation, distributes seedlings to schools for environmental conservation

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13 h. ago Ramadan: Wike distributes 10,000 bags of rice, other items to less privileged in FCT

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan, on Monday, distributed food items to less privileged members of the Muslim community across the six Area Councils of the FCT.   This initiative, he said aligns with the FCT Administration’s longstanding […] The post Ramadan: Wike distributes 10,000 bags of rice, other items to less privileged in FCT appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils 50 Local Textbooks For Tertiary Education

The Federal Government has unveiled fifty (50) locally-written textbooks aimed at addressing the critical shortage of high-quality academic resources in Nigerian universities and colleges. The initiative is spearheaded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), under the Higher Education Book Development Intervention Project. The 50 books, authored by Nigerian scholars, were presented to the public […]

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15 h. ago Over 300 ‘heavyweight politicians’ dump APC, PDP for SDP — Party chairman

Tribune Online Over 300 ‘heavyweight politicians’ dump APC, PDP for SDP — Party chairman According to him, while the Social Democratic Party (SDP) would welcome all politicians who believe in rescuing the country from its descent into dictatorship, it would not accept any preconditions from any politician before joining the party. Over 300 ‘heavyweight politicians’ dump APC, PDP for SDP — Party chairman Tribune Online

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16 h. ago More Nigerians trust digital payments, but security concerns remain — Report

Nigerians are embracing digital payments at an unprecedented rate, with a new Visa-commissioned study revealing increased trust and proactive security read more More Nigerians trust digital payments, but security concerns remain — Report

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18 h. ago Child mortality rate drops globally, as funding cuts threaten progress – UN report

The number of children dying before their fifth birthday worldwide dropped to 4.8 million in 2023, while stillbirths declined slightly but remained at approximately 1.9 million, according to two new reports released on Tuesday by the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation. Despite these gains, the reports warned that decades of progress in Read More

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19 h. ago DisCos’ revenue falls 33% short in 2024, as regulator blame inadequate metering, poor service

The electricity distribution companies in Nigeria recorded a 33 percent short fall in their total revenue in the year 2024, read more DisCos’ revenue falls 33% short in 2024, as regulator blame inadequate metering, poor service

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20 h. ago Lagos govt inaugurates school buildings in Ojo, Badagry, others

Tribune Online Lagos govt inaugurates school buildings in Ojo, Badagry, others Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated new school buildings – a new block of classrooms at Ipara Junior College, Majiyagbe; State Junior High School Ibereko, Badagry; Awori Junior College, Ojo and Thogli community grammar school, Badagry. The projects are spearheaded by the Committee on Rehabilitation of Public Schools (SCRPS). In addition, the state government […] Lagos govt inaugurates school buildings in Ojo, Badagry, others Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Oyo govt begins integration of NSR, NIN into state’s social register

Tribune Online Oyo govt begins integration of NSR, NIN into state’s social register The Oyo State Government has commenced the integration of the National Social Register (NSR) and National Identification Number (NIN) into the State Social Register (SSR) to... Oyo govt begins integration of NSR, NIN into state’s social register Tribune Online

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21 h. ago All research institutes are mandated to set up spin off companies to commercialise researches, innovations —Prof. Sharubutu

Tribune Online All research institutes are mandated to set up spin off companies to commercialise researches, innovations —Prof. Sharubutu The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Prof Garba Sharubutus speaks of plans to make all research institutes productive. He also speaks on the plans for the new farming season. COLLIN NNABUIFE brings excerpts. WHAT are the plans for farmers this new farming season? We have two seasons, we have the […] All research institutes are mandated to set up spin off companies to commercialise researches, innovations —Prof. Sharubutu Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Rivers: PDP govs seek reversal of emergency rule at Supreme Court

Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) – Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau and Zamfara states – have filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court to  challenge President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In the suit, they argue that the Tinubu lacks the constitutional power to suspend a […] The post Rivers: PDP govs seek reversal of emergency rule at Supreme Court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Foundation distributes clothing, food, others to Mowe residents

By Zika Bobby The Nima Memorial Foundation has given lifeline to hundreds of Mowe residents as it distributed free clothing, food and other essential items to those in need. The event, which took place at the Atala community in Mowe, Ogun State, on Sunday, was a testament to the foundation’s commitment to giving back to […] The post Foundation distributes clothing, food, others to Mowe residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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