2 h. ago ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has denied reports of impending moves to relocate the headquarters of the organisation from Jos The Plateau State House of Assembly had during its plenary passed an unanimous resolution condemning alleged moves to relocate the headquarters of the federal institution from Jos to Abuja. Presided over […] The post ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “Jonathan’s Return Will Hurt Tinubu’s Second Term Chances” – Umar Sani

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has said that former President Goodluck Jonathan may return for the 2027 presidential race. He believes such a move would significantly affect President Bola Tinubu’s chances of winning re-election. Speaking on Friday, during an appearance on The Morning Show on Arise Television, Sani argued that […] The post “Jonathan’s Return Will Hurt Tinubu’s Second Term Chances” – Umar Sani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Police Command have ordered the restriction of movements of motor vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles during Saturday’s bye elections in Bagwai, Shanono, Ghari and Tsanyawa LGAs of Kano State. A Thursday night statement by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said the restriction would commence […] The post Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment

Ikono Local Government Council in Akwa Ibom State has launched a network of Free Registration Support Centres to assist residents in participating in the ongoing Akwa Ibom State Civil Service Recruitment exercise. The initiative, approved by the Executive Chairman, Oto-Obong Okon Essien, COP, is aimed at ensuring that no qualified indigenous person is left out […] The post Ikono Council opens free registration support centres for civil service recruitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Radiographers board blames dearth of lecturers in varsities on Japa

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN) has blamed lack of adequate lecturers in Radiography courses in Nigerian universities on mass movement of qualified manpower abroad to seek for greener pastures otherwise known as Japa. The board equally said the situation has led to many universities in the country seeking accreditation […] The post Radiographers board blames dearth of lecturers in varsities on Japa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago 3 students emerge winners of Mike Okonkwo National Essay Competition

By Paul Nwokocha Fifteen-year-old Davina Phillips of Bloombreeds School, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has emerged the overall winner of the 2025 Mike Okonkwo National Essay Competition for secondary school students in Nigeria. The Chief Examiner, Prof. Akachi Ezeigbo, said after going through the submissions, the best five essays were selected and a second physical round […] The post 3 students emerge winners of Mike Okonkwo National Essay Competition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Plateau Trains Stakeholders In Alternative Conflict Resolution

Plateau State MultiDoor Courthouse (PMDC) and the Tattaaunawa Roundtable Initiative (TRICentre), with support from the Government of Sweden through the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), has held a two-day capacity-building workshop on Collaborative and Alternative Dispute Resolution (CDR/ADR). LEADERSHIP Friday reports that the  programme was held under the project “Improving Access to Women’s Housing, Land and […]

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12 h. ago Army Arrests 17 Suspects As 25 Families Of ISWAP Members Surrender

Twenty-five family members of ISWAP/JAS fighters have surrendered to troops of 202 Battalion in Bama LGA, Borno State. According to military sources, the move followed increased tempo of operations by troops leading to killing of three fighters and arrest of 17 suspects and recovery of assorted weapons in the region. Particularly, troops of 202 Battalion […]

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12 h. ago Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. He said that the administration […] The post Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago FG centralises C of O, permit, shoreline approvals under OSGOF

The Federal Government has directed that all applications for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), permits, and survey plans along Nigeria’s shorelines must now be routed exclusively through the Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGOF), following its recent move to the Presidency. Surveyor General of the Federation, Mr. Abudulganiyu Adeyemi Adebomehin, made […] The post FG centralises C of O, permit, shoreline approvals under OSGOF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Gov Mbah commissions 5 ultramodern transport terminals, 100 mass transit CNG buses in Enugu

In a major move to revolutionise transportation in Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah, yesterday, inaugurated five ultramodern transport terminals in various parts of the state in line with his integrated blueprint for a modern and multimodal transport ecosystem. Mbah also launched 100 CNG Mass Transit buses, the Enugu State Modern Transport System, as well as […] The post Gov Mbah commissions 5 ultramodern transport terminals, 100 mass transit CNG buses in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG moves to unlock idle oil assets, pledges incentives for investors

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government has vowed to activate provisions in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) that will compel oil companies to either develop or farm out idle assets, as part of efforts to boost production and attract fresh investments into Nigeria’s energy sector. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator […] The post FG moves to unlock idle oil assets, pledges incentives for investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: 25 Family Members Of ISWAP Fighters Surrender In Borno

No fewer than 25 family members of ISWAP/JAS fighters have surrendered to troops of 202 Battalion in Bama local government area of Borno State. According to military sources, the move followed increased operations by troops, leading to the killing of three fighters and arrest of 17 suspects while assorted weapons were also recovered in the […]

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22 h. ago FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant step towards enhancing public transportation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the administration officially received four super 50-seater hybrid buses under the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (PCNG) Initiative on Thursday. Transport Mandate Secretary, Chinedu Elechi, who represented the Minister of FCT, Nyesome Wike, described the move as a […] The post FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

The Federal Government has announced plans to unlock over $150 billion worth of dormant land capital nationwide as part of read more FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

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23 h. ago FCTA Receives CNG Hybrid Buses From Presidential Initiative To Boost Public Transport

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday took delivery of four Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) hybrid buses donated by the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI), marking a significant step in enhancing public transportation in the nation’s capital. Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transport Secretariat, Chinedu Elechi, who received the buses on behalf of the FCT […]

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23 h. ago CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation

Infrastructure connects coastal, landlocked nations By Chinenye Anuforo CSquared, a pan-African technology company, on Thursday, announced a significant milestone with the major expansion of its West African fibre network, an initiative that bridges digital divides across coastal and landlocked countries while driving economic growth across the region. Building on its active operations across the continent, […] The post CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor

By Steve Agbota The Niger State Government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. “First, let me […] The post Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Police Arrest Rivers Pastor Over Disturbing Child ‘Cleansing’ Ritual, Parents Back Cleric

One of the parents told journalists that the children were undergoing a harmless spiritual exercise. The post Police Arrest Rivers Pastor Over Disturbing Child ‘Cleansing’ Ritual, Parents Back Cleric appeared first on Channels Television.

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25 h. ago PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

targets 75% final salary as pension for police The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced new reforms aimed at improving read more PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

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