10 m. ago Japa: Federal Gov’t Launches N110bn Fund To Upgrade Medical Schools

In a move to address the escalating exodus of Nigerian healthcare professionals popularly dubbed the “japa” wave, the Federal Government has launched a N110 billion intervention fund aimed at revitalising medical education infrastructure across the country. Speaking on Tuesday at the inauguration of the Ministerial Monitoring Committee on TETFund High Impact Intervention Projects in Abuja, […]

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42 m. ago Ogoni Foundation Urges Federal Gov’t, Oil Companies To Prioritise Region’s Dev’t

A Nigerian non-governmental organisation, the Ogoni Voice Achievers Foundation (OVAF), has called on the Federal Government, International Oil Companies (IOCs), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to address the pressing needs of the Ogoni people and support sustainable development in Ogoni land. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Khana LGA, OVAF’s Founder […]

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64 m. ago Ferdinand, Crouch urge Man United to sign Osimhen over Delap

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand and ex-Liverpool striker Peter Crouch have urged the Red Devils to prioritise the signing read more Ferdinand, Crouch urge Man United to sign Osimhen over Delap

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88 m. ago REA, LPV Technologies partner to halt capital flight on renewable energy

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is working to collaborate with LPV Technologies, Nigeria’s first vertically integrated solar manufacturing and renewable read more REA, LPV Technologies partner to halt capital flight on renewable energy

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1 hour ago FG warns youth chiefs against misappropriation of community funds

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The Federal Government through the Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande has issued a strong warning to traditional youth chiefs across the country, urging them to shun greed and avoid misappropriating community development funds. Speaking throught Chief Obinna Nwaka, at a two-day national retreat of the Traditional Youth Chief Forum of […] The post FG warns youth chiefs against misappropriation of community funds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Justice And Fairness Under Threat? The Case of Aisha Achimugu And The Need For Due Process In Nigeria

  The recent arrest of Aisha Achimugu, a high-profile Nigerian business executive and socialite, has ignited vigorous debates across Nigeria and the global community about justice, the rule of law, and human rights protections. The circumstances surrounding her detention raise urgent questions about due process, governmental accountability, and Nigeria’s commitment to fair legal procedures—issues that […]

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2 h. ago NPFL: Amapakabo Calls For Focus As Abia Warriors Push For Continental Ticket

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has urged his players to focus on securing a top three finish this season. The Umuahia-based club moved to third position on the NPFL table following a 3-1 over Shooting Stars in Umuahia on Sunday. Amakapabo expressed optimism that his team will get the points needed in the remaining […]

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2 h. ago Tinubu Hails Dangote’s Appointment To World Bank Investment Lab

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, a body tasked with promoting investment and job creation in emerging economies. The President in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, described the appointment as apt, given Dangote’s rich private […]

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3 h. ago ‘Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Will Put Nigeria On Right Trajectory’

A non-governmental organisation, the City Boy Movement (CBM), has supported President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying they will help transform Nigeria. Speaking in Lagos at the stakeholders engagement for Lagos Youth tagged, ‘Understanding President Bola Tinubu renewed hope initiatives,’ the director general, CBM, Hon. Ishola Shoga, urged Nigerians to exercise patience as the reforms were […]

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3 h. ago Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, urges action against fake news purveyors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed as “false and dangerous” a viral report alleging President Bola Tinubu sacked the Ministers of Defence and Power, demanding immediate action against purveyors of misinformation. The fabricated story, initially published by Phoenix Browser under the headline “BREAKING: Tinubu Sacks Ministers of Defence and Power”, was swiftly condemned […] The post Tinubu denies defence, power ministers’ sack, urges action against fake news purveyors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Kwara Govt Laments Shortage Of Doctors, Blames Japa Syndrome

Kwara state government has expressed concern over shortage of medical doctors, saying that few health workers are attending to thousands of patients across government hospitals in the state. Speaking during a press briefing in Ilorin, Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospital Management Board, Dr. Abdulraheem Abdulmalik, said that the board could not find doctors to […] The post Kwara Govt Laments Shortage Of Doctors, Blames Japa Syndrome appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Federal Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment To Workplace Safety, Employee Wellbeing

The federal government has reiterated its commitment to promoting a safe and progressive work environment. This was said at the second edition of its World Day for Safety and Health at Work in Abuja. This year’s event, themed “The Impacts of Digitalization and AI on Workers’ Safety and Health,” with a sub-theme focusing on “Enhancing […]

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5 h. ago Oluremi Tinubu Urges Traditional Rulers To Fight Preventable Deadly Diseases In South

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on traditional leaders and key stakeholders in the South-West to partner with the government in combating deadly diseases like cervical cancer and tuberculosis. She made this appeal during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State on Tuesday, which was attended by prominent monarchs, government officials, […] The post Oluremi Tinubu Urges Traditional Rulers To Fight Preventable Deadly Diseases In South-West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Prioritise Trade Facilitation To Boost Productive Sector, Manufacturers Urge Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called on the government to prioritise improved trade facilitation measures to address the current constraints hindering the optimum peformance of the productive  sector. The Association stated this, while expressing deep concerns over reported plans by the Nigeria Customs Service to reintroduce the four per cent Free-on-Board Levy. They […]

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5 h. ago NSA Orders Joint Security Screening Of Passengers At Airports

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has directed the immediate implementation of a one-stop joint-interest screening system of passengers across Nigerian airports. The directive is part of efforts to eliminate operational clumsiness, curb touting, and streamline security innovations in the aviation sector. Also, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has disclosed that many […]

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5 h. ago Public Sector Deficit Biggest Threat To $1trn Economy Goal – NACCIMA

The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN) have warned that Nigeria’s growing public sector deficit poses the most significant threat to achieving the federal government’s $1 trillion economy target by 2030. Recall that the 2025 budget deficit, estimated at over N13 trillion […]

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6 h. ago World Bank Reconsiders Exploiting Nuclear Energy Projects Funding In Africa

The World Bank is considering support for nuclear energy as part of a broader push to expand access to affordable and reliable energy, particularly across Africa. In its 111th meeting, the Development Committee urged the World Bank to explore ‘further options for increased affordable and reliable energy access, including potential support for nuclear energy.’ This […]

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6 h. ago NEPC Plans Solid Minerals Export Clusters To Enhance Competitiveness

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has canvassed creation of export clusters for solid minerals to enhance competitiveness of Nigeria’s extractive products. The executive director and chief executive officer, NEPC, Nonye Ayeni, said this on Tuesday in Ibadan, and underscored the importance of export clusters to better harness the huge potentials in the solid minerals […]

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6 h. ago Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute

By Philip Nwosu   The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has spotlighted the untapped power of the blue economy as a critical driver for Nigeria’s sustainable development, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to unlock its vast potential. Speaking at the opening of the Institute’s Senior Executive Course on Maritime Security and Global Trade, […] The post Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Niger Partners Russian Varsity For Multibillion Naira Mining Investment

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has embarked on a strategic visit to St. Petersburg Mining University in Russia in a bid to establish a multibillion naira mining sector investment in the state. LEADERSHIP reports that the state has been a thriving place for illegal miners, including foreign mercenaries and youths who engaged in drugs. […]

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