1 hour ago Federal Government, Governors Push Skills Council Bill To NASS

The federal government and state governors have concluded plans to transmit a bill to the National Assembly for the formal establishment of the National Council on Skills. The move was part of sweeping efforts to harmonise Nigeria’s fragmented skills development sector and tackle youth unemployment. Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani disclosed this to State House […]

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1 hour ago Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project

The Oyo State Government has approved N17.1 billion for the dualisation of Ajia Road in Ibadan, a move aimed at improving transportation infrastructure and easing traffic flow. State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Mr. Mojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed the approval while briefing journalists on the outcome of the weekly State Executive Council (SEC) meeting Tuesday. He […] The post Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market

Tribune Online Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market The Anambra State Police Command has restored calm at Onitsha Main Market following a distress call reporting that personnel of the Ocha Brigade, an Anambra State Environmental Law Enforcement outfit, allegedly engaged in an altercation with some traders, during which seven traders sustained gunshot injuries. Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party

Tribune Online Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party "It was this same factor that informed the recent decision of the National Executive Council of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to zone its Presidential Nigeria needs competence, not zoning — PDP group tells party Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Sokoto govt moves ₦38.8bn to priority sectors in budget review

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has approved a technical amendment to the 2025 budget, reallocating ₦38.81 billion from underutilised areas to critical sectors to drive stronger performance. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Development, Dr. Abubakar Zayanna, who briefed journalists after Tuesday’s State Executive Council meeting, said the review was aimed at […] The post Sokoto govt moves ₦38.8bn to priority sectors in budget review appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Edo killings: NSCDC CG deploys special squad to arrest killers, rescue expatriate

Tribune Online Edo killings: NSCDC CG deploys special squad to arrest killers, rescue expatriate He appealed to the public to aid the Corps with any useful information that would assist in tracking down the perpetrators.... Edo killings: NSCDC CG deploys special squad to arrest killers, rescue expatriate Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments

Tribune Online Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments “A response is needed from the United States. A response is needed from Europe. A response is needed from the G20,” he said. “Strong actions are needed to make Russia stop bringing death.” Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri

Tribune Online Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri The former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has slammed Peter Obi for returning from his medical rest just to comment on the recent killings in Borno State, but maintaining silence on what he described as killings in the South-East. Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Edo massacre: NSCDC CG orders officers to go after killers of 8 security men

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has ordered a Special Intelligence Squad of the corps to comb the forests and arrest the killers of eight civil defence officers. The CG also ordered the rescue of a Chinese expatriate kidnapped at […] The post Edo massacre: NSCDC CG orders officers to go after killers of 8 security men appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago After tragic death, UNN alumni demand urgent safety overhaul for pharmacy students

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The death of a 600-level pharmacy student of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), during clinical training at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku Ozalla, has triggered outrage and a petition from the university’s alumni. In a strongly worded appeal to the UNN Governing Council, the Noble Foundation, an […] The post After tragic death, UNN alumni demand urgent safety overhaul for pharmacy students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Trial For South Korean Accused Of ‘Suitcase Murders’ Begins In New Zealand

Police believe Hakyung Lee killed her children in June or July 2018, a year after her husband's death. The post Trial For South Korean Accused Of ‘Suitcase Murders’ Begins In New Zealand appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Missile Was Used In Russia’s Attack On Kyiv Govt Building — Ukraine

Kyiv urged its allies to impose new economic sanctions on Moscow The post Missile Was Used In Russia’s Attack On Kyiv Govt Building — Ukraine appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago NUPENG/Dangote standoff: South East IPMAN not part of strike – Official

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), South East zone, has distanced itself from the ongoing dispute between the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The National Ex-Officio representing the East at the National Executive Council (NEC) of IPMAN and former chairman, […] The post NUPENG/Dangote standoff: South East IPMAN not part of strike – Official appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nepal PM Orders Investigation Into Deadly Protests Over Social Media Ban

At least 19 people were killed during the protest over a social media ban. The post Nepal PM Orders Investigation Into Deadly Protests Over Social Media Ban appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago “Don’t Die Trying To Keep Relationship, End It To Save Your Life” – Chiwetalu Agu

Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has cautioned people against endangering their lives for the sake of romantic relationships. In a viral video on Monday, Agu advised: “Don’t die to save a relationship, instead kill the relationship to save your life. Love shouldn’t come at the cost of your life.” His comments have since triggered mixed […] The post “Don’t Die Trying To Keep Relationship, End It To Save Your Life” – Chiwetalu Agu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago House Burnt, Car Destroyed, Livestock Killed As Thunderstorm Hits TCN Line

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed that a thunderstorm on September 3, 2025, caused a disruption on the 132kV Otukpo–Nsukka, New Haven transmission line, damaging property and killing livestock along the route. In a statement on Monday, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, said the incident happened near Tower 97 when […] The post House Burnt, Car Destroyed, Livestock Killed As Thunderstorm Hits TCN Line appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Osun LG fund: Stop behaving like PDP’s branch, APC tells NULGE

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the role of the state branch of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), led by Dr Nathaniel Ogungbangbe on the delayed payment of the federal allocations to the local government council areas as ‘ignominious and unpatriotic,’ saying […] The post Osun LG fund: Stop behaving like PDP’s branch, APC tells NULGE appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don

Tribune Online How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don A professor of Nematology from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Monioluwa Omolara Olaniyi, has unraveled the world beneath the soil surface where “little known, yet devastating” to plant-parasitic nematodes usually attack roots, weaken crops, and open gateways to diseases. Olaniyi, who works in the Department of Biological Sciences, stated this on Thursday while […] How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Council Funds: Osun Govt Contests Jurisdiction Of Abuja Court

A legal battle began yesterday at the Federal High Court, Abuja, with the Osun State government challenging the transfer of a suit from the Osogbo Division of the court to the Abuja. The suit seeks to restrain the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from opening accounts for the chairmen elected on the platform of the […]

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22 h. ago Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI

Tribune Online Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI The Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised that Nigeria cannot afford to rely on crude oil as the anchor of the economy in this century, and that agriculture remains Nigeria’s most strategic pathway to diversification, job creation, poverty reduction, and inclusive growth. Gabriel Idahosa, President/Chairman of Council, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and […] Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI Tribune Online

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