69 m. ago Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi

Tribune Online Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said the structural rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State will cost about ₦3.6 trillion... Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation to cost N3.6trn — Umahi Tribune Online

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94 m. ago $980m Private Capital Mobilised, 350 CNG Conversion Centres Built In 18 Months — FG

The number of vehicles converted so far has risen from about 4,000 to 100,000. The post $980m Private Capital Mobilised, 350 CNG Conversion Centres Built In 18 Months — FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 hour ago Ogun: Commissioner raises alarm over rising child abuse cases

Reiterates government’s zero tolerance for child labour From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Ogun State, Mrs Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, has expressed concern over the rising cases of child abuse in the state. Adeleye, who made this known while speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, shortly […] The post Ogun: Commissioner raises alarm over rising child abuse cases appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Stransact Partners NRS To Enlighten Businesses About New Tax Law

Stransact Chartered Accountants, in collaboration with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), enlightened corporate taxpayers and business owners on Wednesday on how to navigate Nigeria’s new tax landscape. At a one-day seminar for corporate taxpayers and business owners held in Lagos on the theme ‘Navigating Nigeria’s New Tax Landscape: Understanding the 2025 Tax Reform Acts and […]

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3 h. ago Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer

Adefunke Maria condemned the treatment of her client by the airline's flight attendant who blocked her from disembarking upon arrival in Lagos from Akwa Ibom. The post Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago From delistings to listings: Lessons from South Africa’s capital markets

Nigeria’s equity market finds itself ensnared in a troubling paradox. While the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has delivered an impressive 36 read more From delistings to listings: Lessons from South Africa’s capital markets

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5 h. ago How an indigenous firm turned trailblazer in Nigeria’s competitive business landscape

In a country where global brands have long dominated market share, a wave of indigenous companies are shifting the narrative read more How an indigenous firm turned trailblazer in Nigeria’s competitive business landscape

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5 h. ago FG Targets N493bn For Kano–Katsina Road, Carter Bridge Projects

The Federal Government has set a combined target of N493 billion for the upgrade of the Kano–Katsina Road and the planned construction of a new Carter Bridge in Lagos, following approvals by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at its meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Minister of Works, David Umahi, told State House correspondents […]

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6 h. ago How home relocation services can transform urban housing in Lagos

Nigeria’s housing crisis – particularly in states like Lagos – is a reflection of rapid urbanisation colliding with inadequate housing read more How home relocation services can transform urban housing in Lagos

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7 h. ago Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC

Tribune Online Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Professor Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, says its 4,500 prospective students would be subjected to a drug test before being admitted to the school. Lafiaji-Okunneye, who narrated the panic a drug-addicted student created in the school months ago, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the measure had […] Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Oba gives support for construction of green line rail project

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Concerned about the plans to construct the Marina to Lekki railway line and its effects on people whose properties will be demolished to pave right-of-way, Oba Alayeluwa Saheed Elegusi has enjoined Lagos state government to ensure adequate compensation is paid to them. The project referred to as “Green Line” is a  68-kilometer […] The post Oba gives support for construction of green line rail project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Introduction of railway technology and administration in our tertiary schools curriculum received a boost recently when Management of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) with five tertiary institutions on technology transfer and training. The five tertiary institutions that joined the pioneering ones are Yaba Colleege of Technology, Lagos, […] The post Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement

Tribune Online Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement  A Master Mariner and maritime advocate, Captain Caleb Danladi, has called for coordinated and proactive solutions to the recurring boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways and coastal zones. In a detailed article titled “Safeguarding Lives at Sea — Proactive Solutions to Boat Mishaps in Nigeria’s Waters”, obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, Captain Danladi lamented the […] Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement Tribune Online

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11 h. ago FEC okays N13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade, N142bn for bus terminals in 6 geo

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government yesterday gave the green light for a ₦13 billion allocation dedicated to right-of-way compensation for the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. In addition, it has approved $34 million towards the purchase and installation of high-capacity transformers to strengthen the country’s ageing national electricity grid infrastructure. Minister of Power, Adebayo […] The post FEC okays N13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade, N142bn for bus terminals in 6 geo-political zones appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged young women to always wear underwear when in public spaces. Her guidance follows a recent viral incident involving a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos. On August 10, videos went viral online showing passenger Comfort Emmanson engaged in a heated confrontation with flight attendants, […] The post “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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15 h. ago How emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain can solve real problems in Nigeria, if we invest

Nigeria has over 133 million people living in multidimensional poverty, yet the country spends less than 0.2% of its GDP read more How emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain can solve real problems in Nigeria, if we invest

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16 h. ago FEC okays ₦13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade

Okays ₦142bn for bus terminals in six geo-political zones FG orders MDAs to end 2024 procurement by September From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Wednesday gave the green light for a ₦13 billion allocation dedicated to right-of-way compensation for the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. In addition, it has approved $34 million towards the […] The post FEC okays ₦13bn, $34m for transmission project, transformer upgrade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply

Tribune Online FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the release of N13 billion as compensation for right-of-way acquisitions under the Lagos Industrial Transmission Project. FG approves N13bn compensation, $34m transformer procurement to boost power supply Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Court Remands Trader For Alleged Failure To Declare Foreign Currency In Lagos

  Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded a trader, Phil-Olumba Sheila for alleged failure to declare foreign currency totalling $14,567, £1,030, and CA$40 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Justice Dipeolu remanded Sheila at Kirikiri Correctional Centre after the testimony of the first prosecution witness, Mrs. Stella John Ogar, […]

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