12 h. ago Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations

From Kenneth Udeh,  Abuja The Nigerian Senate, in a plenary session presided over by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, on Thursday passed the Bill for an Act to Establish the Police Service Commission Training Institute (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB.564)  but not without heated exchanges on the floor, particularly between Edo North Lawmaker, Senator […] The post Senate: Bill to establish Police Service Commission Training Institute scales third reading amid Oshiomhole’s strong reservations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner

Tribune Online How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Oyo State’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, has stated that the policies of Governor ’Seyi Makinde towards improving the agriculture sector have worked well in bringing about necessary reforms and innovations in agriculture practice in the state. He maintained that through the combination of technical services, infrastructure development and investments in […] How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner

Tribune Online Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner •Says Oyo govt spends N2bn monthly on gratuities COMMISSIONER for Establishments and Training in Oyo State, Prof. Sal-ihu AbdulWaheed Adelabu, has said that the administration of Governor ’Seyi Makinde is committed to promoting efficiency, maintaining industrial peace and ensuring that the welfare of both serving and retired civil/public servants in the state is given priority […] Makinde committed to workers/retirees’ welfare —Establishments Commissioner Tribune Online

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9 d. ago After two years, senate finally passes Bitumen Development Commission Bill

After two years of legislative deliberations, the Senate on Wednesday finally passed the bill seeking to establish the Bitumen Development read more After two years, senate finally passes Bitumen Development Commission Bill

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9 d. ago Senate approves bill to establish Bitumen Development Commission

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill seeking to establish the Bitumen Development Commission, marking a significant legislative step towards harnessing the country’s vast bitumen resources. The bill, sponsored by Jimoh Ibrahim, aims to create a dedicated regulatory body that will oversee the exploration, exploitation, and management of Nigeria’s estimated 42 […] The post Senate approves bill to establish Bitumen Development Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Group tasks Nigeria Customs to adopt policies that promote economic growth

The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) on Monday called on the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to imbibe policies that read more Group tasks Nigeria Customs to adopt policies that promote economic growth

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1 week ago ONSA, UK High Commission train Nigerian security agencies on fight against terrorism

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The National Counter-Terrorism Centre, Office of the National Security Adviser (NCTC-ONSA), has commenced a three-week capacity-building course to empower the military, security and Intelligence agencies in combatting terrorism, violent extremism and other violent crimes bedeviling the country. The training, organized in collaboration with the British High Commission, at the ONSA headquarters, […] The post ONSA, UK High Commission train Nigerian security agencies on fight against terrorism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago US To Recognise Only Civil Marriages For Refugee, Asylum Spousal Applications

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a new policy that will significantly affect refugees and asylum seekers seeking to sponsor their spouses for immigration benefits. Effective July 3, 2025, USCIS will only recognise legally registered civil marriages between principal refugees or asylees and their spouses when processing derivative immigration applications. This […]

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1 week ago FG committed to review healthcare policy for civil servants — Walson

Tribune Online FG committed to review healthcare policy for civil servants — Walson-Jack The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack has expressed the determination of Federal Government to review healthcare policies to improve access to healthcare for civil servants in the country. FG committed to review healthcare policy for civil servants — Walson-Jack Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ensuring service delivery with assets recovery, Olukoyede’s example

By Tony Egbulefu Ensuring that recovered funds and other assets are not rechanneled into private use or mismanaged by beneficiary entities is a challenge that the Executive Chairman of Economics and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede is confronting with singlehandedness. Achieving this goal falls well within the policy objectives of his administration, which […] The post Ensuring service delivery with assets recovery, Olukoyede’s example appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IGP Orders Investigation Into Pension Benefits Of Retired Policemen

Following a viral video by a retired Superintendent of Police concerning the welfare and retirement benefits of police pensioners, in which the former officer revealed that he was paid N2 million as retired benefits after 35 years of service, the inspector-general of police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered a thorough investigation into the pension […]

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2 w. ago Bauchi Trains Commissioners On Budget Processes Ahead Of 2026 Appropriation

In preparation for the 2026 appropriation bill, the Bauchi State government has organised a one-day intensive training session focused on budget processes, procedures, and implementation. The event targeted commissioners, chief executives of parastatals, and permanent secretaries across the state, aiming to strengthen institutional capacity for more effective budget planning and execution. Speaking at the training, […]

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2 w. ago IGP Egbetokun bags Silent Heroes Award for lofty achievements in Police system

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun bags Silent Heroes Award for lofty achievements in Police system "The Police Force, under Egbetokun's leadership, has emphasized institutional integrity, with notable officers being recognized and rewarded for their gallantry, professionalism, and integrity in service. The annual Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony is one such initiative that promotes merit and excellence within the force." IGP Egbetokun bags Silent Heroes Award for lofty achievements in Police system Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NDDC Partners Firm To Empower 1,000 Youths On Digital Skills

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is collaborating with Mathesis Events to train not fewer than 1,000 youths on digital skills. Spokesperson for the organisation, Preston Audu who revealed this to LEADERSHIP in Calabar, Cross River State, said the youths summit will steer young people away from cyber fraud by harnessing legitimate opportunities available in […]

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3 w. ago Netizens React As Prophet Fufeyin ‘Heals’ Policeman At Crusade

A police officer received instant ‘healing’ during a live service at Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, led by popular televangelist Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, after suffering an unusual medical affliction that left his tongue unnaturally protruding from his mouth. The dramatic moment, which was captured in a video and has gone viral on social media, showed […]

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3 w. ago Customs Hands Over Intercepted Ammunition, Other Contrabands To Police In Ogun

The Ogun 1 Area Command of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Idiroko, handed over five units of single-barrelled Dane guns, live ammunition, and 18 cartons of explosive materials intercepted by its anti-smuggling operatives to the state command of the Nigeria Police on Wednesday. This is just as the Service also handed over 1, 037 parcels of […]

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3 w. ago Inclusion Of PWDs, Part Of My Administration’s Cornerstone, Says Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has said that the inclusion of People With Disabilities (PWD) has become the cornerstone of his administration. This came as the governor was urged to embark on full domestication of the disability law and disability commission, promote inclusive education, and establish vocational rehabilitation centres in each of the three senatorial […]

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3 w. ago The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers

Tribune Online The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers WEDNESDAY June 4, 2025, witnessed the second anniversary of IGP Egbetokun’s Commendation and Award ceremony for officers who have distinguished themselves in their various fields of endeavour in the Nigeria Police service. Present at the occasion were the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, ably represented by the senate […] The second police commendation and award ceremony to deserving officers Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Despite Killing Of Over 200 In Benue, Tinubu Thanks Military For Keeping Nigerians Safe, Country Respected

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian military for keeping the country safe amid killings of innocent citizens across the country. President Tinubu also mandated the country’s service chiefs and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to go after those behind the murder of villagers in Benue State. The former governor of Lagos State led […] The post Despite Killing Of Over 200 In Benue, Tinubu Thanks Military For Keeping Nigerians Safe, Country Respected appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Telcos back new USSD rules as CBN, NCC resolve payment gridlock

By Chinenye Anuforo chinenyeanuforo@gmail.com    The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ALTON) has thrown its weight behind the new USSD billing policy End User Billing (EUB) introduced by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The policy, which mandates direct deduction of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) service […] The post Telcos back new USSD rules as CBN, NCC resolve payment gridlock appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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