5 h. ago Reps probe airport, power, port, tax agreements with foreign companies, others

The House of Representatives on Wednesday vowed to investigate all agreements, treaties and Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) entered into and signed between Nigeria and other parties.

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6 h. ago Senate complies as Tinubu seeks review of 2024 budget to N43.5trn

Bamidele argued that the bill sought “to repeal and re-enact the existing Appropriation framework in order to bring an end

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6 h. ago Catholic sisters seek intervention over Niger school abduction

The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles appeal for global intervention in the Niger school abduction, where 165 students and staff remain in captivity. Read More: https://punchng.com/catholic-sisters-seek-intervention-over-niger-school-abduction/

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7 h. ago Dangote’s Petition: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed Resigns After Meeting With Tinubu, Replacement Sent To Senate For Approval

Farouk Ahmed, the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has resigned following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, on Wednesday, summoned Ahmed to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, following allegations of economic sabotage and corruption. Gbenga Komolafe, the CEO of the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission […] The post Dangote’s Petition: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed Resigns After Meeting With Tinubu, Replacement Sent To Senate For Approval appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NEC Sets Up Committee To Fast Track Implementation Of Livestock Development

It has one member each representing the six geo-political zones. The post NEC Sets Up Committee To Fast Track Implementation Of Livestock Development appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago Reps to review Nigeria’s treaties, MoUs over sovereignty, debt risks

Nigeria’s House of Representatives will review all international treaties and agreements due to concerns over sovereignty, debt exposure, and weak oversigh Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-to-review-nigerias-treaties-mous-over-sovereignty-debt-risks/

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8 h. ago Electoral officer risks 10 years imprisonment for failing to stamp, sign ballot paper

The House of Representatives began the consideration of the reports on the Electoral bill, with the adoption of proposal of 10 years imprisonment instead of 3 years imprisonment initially recommended for a presiding officer or collation officer who fails to stamp and sign a ballot paper result sheet announced by them without lawful reason, as provided in Clause 73(3).

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9 h. ago UPDATED: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, NUPRC boss resign as Tinubu names replacements

NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed and NUPRC’s Gbenga Komolafe resign. President Tinubu names Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan and Saidu Mohammed as replacements. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-nmdpra-nuprc-chiefs-resign-as-tinubu-names-new-oil-regulators/

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9 h. ago NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, NUPRC boss resign as Tinubu names replacements

NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed and NUPRC’s Gbenga Komolafe resign. President Tinubu names Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan and Saidu Mohammed as replacements. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-nmdpra-nuprc-chiefs-resign-as-tinubu-names-new-oil-regulators/

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9 h. ago Lagos announces December 20 traffic diversion to fix pedestrian bridge

Lagos State announces a traffic diversion at Tincan First Gate, Apapa, on December 20 for urgent pedestrian bridge repairs. Find out the details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-announces-december-20-traffic-diversion-to-fix-pedestrian-bridge/

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12 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

World football’s governing body, FIFA, has announced record prize money for the 2026 World Cup, representing a 50 per cent read more 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

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12 h. ago Tax laws passed by N’Assembly different from gazzeted version, Rep alleges

Abdussamad Dasuki, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has alleged discrepancies between the tax reform bills passed by the read more Tax laws passed by N’Assembly different from gazzeted version, Rep alleges

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12 h. ago Youth Ministry launches enterprise content management system

“This launch is not just about deploying software; it represents a fundamental shift in our work culture....

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13 h. ago What Nigerians should do after US visa restrictions — Shehu Sani

Tribune Online reports that United States President, Donald Trump, approved the expanded travel restrictions under a new proclamation aimed at strengthening national security and public safety.

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14 h. ago UPDATED: Lawmakers claim tax laws altered, warn of constitutional breach

Nigerian lawmakers allege recently passed tax laws were altered after passage, warning of a constitutional breach and potential legal invalidation. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-reps-raise-the-alarm-over-alterations-of-tax-laws/

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14 h. ago African Development Fund raises record $11bn in largest replenishment cycle

The African Development Fund (ADF), the concessional financing arm of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has mobilised a record $11 read more African Development Fund raises record $11bn in largest replenishment cycle

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15 h. ago Nigeria’s investment climate must improve to attract Central Europe — Dogara

…as Nigeria–Central Europe chamber deepens bilateral trade Yakubu Dogara, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the read more Nigeria’s investment climate must improve to attract Central Europe — Dogara

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15 h. ago Electric buses won’t displace tricycles, Abia assures operators

Abia State assures tricycle operators that the new electric buses are meant to complement their services, not replace them, fostering transport collaborati Read More: https://punchng.com/electric-buses-wont-displace-tricycles-abia-assures-operators/

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15 h. ago “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reacted to reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by the Leopards during the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco. Responding to the development, the Congolese team, through a post on its official Instagram page on Tuesday night, warned Nigeria […] The post “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Nigeria must take designs seriously to build dignified cities – Dosekun

Olayinka Dosekun-Adjei is a partner at Studio Contra, a real estate firm reputed for sustainable construction. The company recently won read more Nigeria must take designs seriously to build dignified cities – Dosekun-Adjei

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