4 h. ago Kaduna Constitutes Committee On Mining Consent Regulatory Compliance

In a move to strengthen regulatory oversight and promote responsible mineral resource development, the Kaduna State Government has constituted a Standing Committee on Mining Consent Regulatory Compliance. The committee’s inaugural meeting brought together key stakeholders from relevant ministries, agencies, and institutions. The committee is mandated to coordinate and monitor compliance with consent procedures related to […]

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5 h. ago Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict

Tribune Online Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict By Bimbo R. Akinjokun In a world perpetually grappling with conflict, from the enduring tragedy in Israel and Gaza to Ukraine’s ongoing struggle, a glaring hypocrisy from many global leaders is evident. While their rhetoric preaches peace, justice, and humanitarian concern, their actions, or inactions, often betray different priorities—ones that profit from, or perpetuate, the […] Unmasking the hypocrisy of global leadership in perpetual conflict Tribune Online

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6 h. ago TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said 86 towers were vandalised in 2024, with 26 completely brought down. Mr. Ali Sharifa, general manager, Transmission Service at TCN, disclosed this during a presentation on infrastructure vandalism at a workshop organised for Power Correspondents in Keffi. He said 2024 and 2025 have been the most trying times […] The post TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos State Government has indefinitely shut down the Oko Oba Abattoir in Agege due to persistent unhygienic practices and serious breaches of environmental regulations. The closure was announced on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, following an inspection tour of the facility. […] The post Lagos shuts down Oko Oba abattoir over environmental violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Cross River: Court limits state’s power to collect revenue, impound vehicles

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar A Cross River High Court has barred the Commercial Transport Regulatory Agency (CTRA) from imposing fines, collecting revenue, and confiscating vehicles belonging to the Delivery Vehicle Owners and Drivers Association of Nigeria (DELVAN) indefinitely. The High Court, sitting at Akamkpa, was presided over by Justice Offem I. Offem in the suit […] The post Cross River: Court limits state’s power to collect revenue, impound vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago June 12: Tinubu Confers CFR National Honour On Dangiwa Umar, Apologises For Omission

President Bola Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Colonel Abubakar Dangiwa Umar (Rtd), a prominent advocate of democracy and one of the vocal supporters of the June 12 election struggle. The President made the announcement on Thursday during the commissioning of a 100 CNG […]

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19 h. ago Gas turbine leaders gather to discuss Africa’s sustainable power future

The Annual Gas Turbine Asset Management Conference 2025, an initiative of Thomassen Energy and PE Energy, is set to take read more Gas turbine leaders gather to discuss Africa’s sustainable power future

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19 h. ago U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Chairman of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has raised alarm over read more U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

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20 h. ago TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in a bid to boost power supply across Nigeria, has launched the Working Committee read more TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

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20 h. ago Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP

Tribune Online Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Owohunwa Jimoh, has said that using a stun gun to threaten or instill fear in another person is... Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

…TCN records 42 cases of vandalism in 6 months Vandalisation of infrastructure has remained a recurring issue of concern in read more Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

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22 h. ago N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN

Tribune Online N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN According to Ajiboye, the heavy debt burden has not only significantly affected power transmission, but issues relating to the right of way have also hindered the smooth erection of transmission towers to deliver electricity to Nigerians. N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali, Car Rental Agent At Loggerheads After Father’s Funeral

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is presently at loggerheads with a car rental company, Klin Deal Resources over an alleged breach of contract after hiring its vehicle he earlier intended to travel with to his hometown for his father’s funeral on June, 7th at Okwuzi, Rivers State. An agent of the company, Franklin Opara claimed […]

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29 h. ago Proposed bill to reform MOFI faces pushback over power clash

A proposed bill to overhaul and strengthen the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) is facing opposition from key government agencies, read more Proposed bill to reform MOFI faces pushback over power clash

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31 h. ago Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea seal pact on Gulf of Guinea gas pipeline project

By Adewale Sanyaolu and Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea have signed a joint communiqué outlining the roadmap for the implementation of the Gulf of Guinea Gas Pipeline (GOGGP) Project Treaty. The communique was signed by the Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, and Equatorial Guinea’s Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mining […] The post Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea seal pact on Gulf of Guinea gas pipeline project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company (DisCo), is leading four local and foreign firms to assemble smart electricity meters read more Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

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43 h. ago NUPRC reviews crude oil export guidelines to enhance petroleum products tracking

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reviewed the guidelines for the advanced cargo declaration regime, a move aimed read more NUPRC reviews crude oil export guidelines to enhance petroleum products tracking

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43 h. ago Nigeria watches as Kenya’s drive toward clean energy future receives major boost

…nears completion of major geothermal power plant Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and the continent’s most populous nation may need to read more Nigeria watches as Kenya’s drive toward clean energy future receives major boost

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44 h. ago Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Vice President Mohammed Namadi Sambo and former Minister of budget and national planning, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman have traded blame over failed power privatization during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.  has strongly refuted claims made by Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, a former Minister of Budget and National Planning, Dr. Usman […] The post Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago NUPRC unveils new guidelines for advanced cargo declaration to boost oil export transparency

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has released new guidelines for the Advanced Cargo Declaration regime, aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the nation’s crude oil and petroleum product exports. According to a statement by the Commission’s Public Affairs and Corporate Communication Unit on Wednesday, the guidelines were […] The post NUPRC unveils new guidelines for advanced cargo declaration to boost oil export transparency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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