48 m. ago Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review

Tribune Online Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said its decision to return to market-driven pricing in the telecoms sector has spurred over one billion dollars in infrastructure investment in 2025. Mr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, said this during an interactive session with journalists in Lagos recently. He explained that the policy shift, introduced […] Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review Tribune Online

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62 m. ago Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her

Abimbola Olawunmi, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially joined the race for the 2025 Ekiti governorship election after purchasing the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination forms. Her declaration comes despite speculations that incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji would be returned as the consensus candidate of the ruling party. Addressing journalists shortly […] The post Ekiti 2025: Olawunmi Picks APC Form, Vows No Intimidation Will Stop Her appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 m. ago “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola

Nigerian Afro House star Niniola Apata has opened up about the harrowing experience of witnessing the 1995 assassination of her father, retired Brigadier-General Simeon Apata. In a recent interview with Jay On Air, posted on X on Tuesday, Niniola recounted how the incident at their Lagos home has had a profound and enduring effect on […] The post “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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87 m. ago Reckless Drivers Knocking Down Streetlights In FCT Risk Prosecution, NSCDC Warns

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has expressed serious concern over the growing trend of streetlight vandalism by hit-and-run drivers across the nation’s capital city. He described the act as not only reckless but also a serious threat to public safety and […]

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90 m. ago Borno Police Arrest Suspects, Recover Stolen Vehicle Linked To Armed Robbery In Ogun

The Borno State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Abdulmajid, has successfully recovered a stolen vehicle linked to an armed robbery incident in Ogun State. The feat was recorded through the Command’s Crack Squad. A statement issued to journalists on Tuesday in Maiduguri by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Nahum Kenneth Daso, […]

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2 h. ago FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has been urged to support the Nigerian media with targeted incentives, including tax reliefs and import duty waivers on essential media tools. Former Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Femi Soneye, made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, […] The post FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has proposed a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Police Force for the establishment of a National Task Force. The task force, to be drawn from relevant ministries and agencies in collaboration with the Police, is aimed at safeguarding federal assets […] The post IGP partners ministry for affordable housing for police personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The long-delayed N2.4 trillion Centenary City project in Abuja has officially resumed, with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc awarded a N750 billion contract for the first phase of primary infrastructure. The Managing Director of Centenary City Free Zone Enterprises, Dr Ike Odenigwe, confirmed this in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, saying the […] The post Abuja’s N2.4trn Centenary City restarts with N750bn Julius Berger deal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

The Katsina State Government has mobilised additional security forces to Malumfashi Local Government Area following a deadly attack by bandits read more Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

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4 h. ago University of Uyo wins British Council grant for vocational education, training

The University of Uyo has secured a British Council funded grant for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to read more University of Uyo wins British Council grant for vocational education, training

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4 h. ago Police, Soludo’s wife condemns assault on Corps member in Anambra

Tribune Online Police, Soludo’s wife condemns assault on Corps member in Anambra "The Command further cautions vigilante groups and other quasi-security outfits against acts of brutality or abuse of authority... Police, Soludo’s wife condemns assault on Corps member in Anambra Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic defence cooperation with the Czech Republic in its efforts to advance national security and regional stability. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, made this known when he received the Junior Deputy Minister of […] The post NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Obasanjo library raid: Court jails two more internet fraudsters in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Tuesday, August 19, secured the conviction and sentence of two internet fraudsters before Justice D. I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The convicts, Olugbodi Adefolarin Pamilerin and Adenuga Ezekiel Oluwaseyi, are among […] The post Obasanjo library raid: Court jails two more internet fraudsters in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel The IGP assured the minister that the police would give full support to the housing scheme and the proposed task force... IGP Egbetokun partners Housing Ministry on affordable homes for Police personnel Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Wheat, fish top chart as Nigeria spends $10bn on imports annually

Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security has decried the high import bill on food, saying Nigeria spends $10 read more Wheat, fish top chart as Nigeria spends $10bn on imports annually

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5 h. ago Abuja centenary city reopens with ₦750bn infrastructure plan

…to attract billions in Foreign Direct Investment After more than a decade of delays, the Abuja Centenary City project is read more Abuja centenary city reopens with ₦750bn infrastructure plan

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6 h. ago Delta Retirees Get Relief As Oborevwori Approves ₦10bn Payout

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the immediate release of ₦10 billion to clear outstanding pension arrears owed to retirees in the state. Oborevwori made the announcement on Tuesday,  during a meeting with the Pension Board, led by the Chairman, Bureau of State Pensions, Mr. Edwin Ogidi-Gbegbaje, and the State Chairman of the Association […] The post Delta Retirees Get Relief As Oborevwori Approves ₦10bn Payout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad

Tribune Online FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad The Federal Government has taken a significant step to enhance the security and protection of Nigerian citizens travelling abroad through a partnership with ASFAAR, aimed at addressing issues surrounding the integrity of Nigerian data and documents. FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Oborevwori releases N10bn to clear Delta retirees’ pension backlog

Tribune Online Oborevwori releases N10bn to clear Delta retirees’ pension backlog Retirees in Delta State can now heave a sigh of relief as Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori surprised them with the approval of the immediate release of ₦10 billion to clear outstanding pension arrears. Oborevwori releases N10bn to clear Delta retirees’ pension backlog Tribune Online

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8 h. ago FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan

Tribune Online FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan Federal Government on Tuesday reiterated its resolve towards ensuring effective implementation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Action Plan in Nigeria. FG assures on effective implementation of National Disaster Risk Reduction, Action Plan Tribune Online

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