2 h. ago Betara Hails Bago At 51, Applauds His Leadership Qualities, Dev’t Initiatives In Niger

The chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hon. Muktar Aliyu Betara, has felicitated with Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State on his 51st birthday anniversary. Betara expressed excitement over the leadership qualities of Governor Bago and applauded him for the various developmental projects initiated since his assumption of office in 2023. […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria, Japan partner on power infrastructure, innovative energy solutions

Tribune Online Nigeria, Japan partner on power infrastructure, innovative energy solutions The Federal Government and the Japanese government, as part of move to consolidate and bolster bilateral energy partnerships between the two counties, have come up with solution aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s power infrastructure, to improve grid reliability as well as explore innovative energy solutions. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who led a high-level Nigeria […] Nigeria, Japan partner on power infrastructure, innovative energy solutions Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Ojukwu varsity matriculates 8,000 students for 2024/2025 session

Tribune Online Ojukwu varsity matriculates 8,000 students for 2024/2025 session About eight thousand students have been matriculated at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, Anambra State. Ojukwu varsity matriculates 8,000 students for 2024/2025 session Tribune Online

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3 h. ago After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South

Tribune Online After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South-South — Wike Hon Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, has said that there would be no further People’s Democratic Party zonal congress in South-South. He emphasised that the Party’s constitution mandates zonal congresses to occur every four years. Consequently, the South-South zonal congress conducted in Cross River State on February 22, 2025, is definitive. Wike […] After this, there will be no further PDP zonal congress in South-South — Wike Tribune Online

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6 h. ago South South is the strongest zone of the PDP in Nigeria – Wike

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike says the South South Zone is the strongest zone of the People’s Democratic Party in Nigeria. The Minister disclosed this in Calabar while presenting a goodwill at the South South Zonal Congress of the party. The Minister said there has never been […] The post South South is the strongest zone of the PDP in Nigeria – Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Pan-Igbo socio-political group, Nzuko Umunna, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as “an unyielding defender of justice, equity, and human rights.” In a statement signed by its President, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, the group noted that Clark’s contributions to Nigeria’s governance, unity, and […] The post Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years

Tribune Online Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTS) have concluded a three-year Agricultural intervention project in Niger, empowering about 367,000 small holder farmers. Dr. Ken Ukaoha, National President of NANTS, Dr. Ken Ukaoha made the disclosure during the NANT/Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) project evaluation, sign-of and sustainability plan workshop in Minna. The […] Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss

Tribune Online Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund(TETFUND) Arc. Sonny Echono has revealed that Nigerian universities must attain all levels of autonomy towards ensuring operational efficiency and effective performance. He explained that the autonomy when fully operational and allowed would afford Nigerian universities to initiate ideas in improving quality education and contributing to national development. […] Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, has said that all 31 requests submitted for States creation read more Reps say 31 states’ creation requests fail constitutional requirements

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8 h. ago Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts

Tribune Online Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Agriculture experts have said that capacity building on commercial fodder production and value chain addition, organised for livestock farmers and other actors in the livestock value chain in Kwara state, is capable of ensuring food security and improved livelihood. Speaking separately at the end of a five-day capacity building for 100 livestock farmers on fodder […] Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Approval of expatriate quota, citizenship applications now under Minister of Interior

The Federal Ministry of Interior (FMI) has granted exclusive approval rights to the Honourable Minister and the Permanent Secretary. read more Approval of expatriate quota, citizenship applications now under Minister of Interior

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10 h. ago Inside Story Of King Concord’s Lifelong Commitment To Giving Back

Okuafiaka Bright Onyebuchi, better known as King Concord, has spent years building a name for himself in business. But while many recognise him for his influence in the nightlife industry, his greatest passion lies in something far more meaningful—giving back. His latest act of generosity took place at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), where […]

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11 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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11 h. ago Diversification: FG Seeks China’s Cooperation To Strengthen Economy

The federal government is seeking the assistance of the People’s Republic of China in the diversification of its economy, especially relating to industrialisation. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu disclosed this in her office in Abuja, when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, paid her a courtesy visit, a statement issued […]

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12 h. ago 2024 Tax bill could trigger capital flight, undermine free zone revenues, NACCIMA warns

calls for protection of FTZs amid proposed tax reforms The Nigeria Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture read more 2024 Tax bill could trigger capital flight, undermine free zone revenues, NACCIMA warns

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12 h. ago Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law

Tribune Online Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law According to him, "the President is a true democrat with huge democratic credentials, submitting that his administration has all along been very supportive and collaborative with the federal government." Osun LG poll: Adeleke votes, commends Tinubu for supporting rule of law Tribune Online

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12 h. ago The World’s top 9 universities for attracting industry funding

Universities are not just centres of learning—they are key drivers of innovation, shaping the future through groundbreaking research and industry read more The World’s top 9 universities for attracting industry funding

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12 h. ago FG to employ health workers, engage diaspora to curb japa syndrome – Minister

The Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, said on Friday that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to providing adequate and qualitative healthcare delivery for all Nigerians. The minister disclosed that part of the Federal Government’s plan to tackle the challenge of brain drain in the health sector is to recruit more health professionals Read More

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13 h. ago Emefiele disowns forfeited assets, says property belong to relative

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has denied the ownership of some funds and property forfeited to the Federal Government on the order of the Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, and Read More

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13 h. ago Free Zones Taxes: Nigeria Risks Losing $200bn FDIs, 600,000 Jobs, NACCIMA Warns

Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has warned that Nigeria risks losing over $200 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) from the country if the federal government’s implements the proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The chamber also warned that the decision could jeopardise more […]

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