5 h. ago Nigeria to witness first lunar crescent February 28 – NASRDA

The National Space Research and Development Agency has said that Nigeria would likely witness its first astronomical lunar crescent on February 28. The Director of Media and Corporate Communications of NASRDA, Dr Felix Ale, said this in a statement on Saturday. He said that the lunar crescent had been calculated to occur at 1:45 A.M. Read More

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6 h. ago Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss

Tribune Online Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund(TETFUND) Arc. Sonny Echono has revealed that Nigerian universities must attain all levels of autonomy towards ensuring operational efficiency and effective performance. He explained that the autonomy when fully operational and allowed would afford Nigerian universities to initiate ideas in improving quality education and contributing to national development. […] Autonomy key to effective performance of Nigerian universities — TETFUND boss Tribune Online

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13 h. ago NITDA partners Flutterwave, Alami to expand digital access for SMEs

The National Information Technology Development Agency has reached an agreement with payments technology firm Flutterwave and a private investment company, Alami, to accelerate Nigeria’s digital economy. The partnership seeks to equip small and medium-sized enterprises with the necessary tools to thrive in an increasingly digital marketplace, the country’s technology agency said in a statement on Read More

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16 h. ago Sani is sabotaging education development in Kaduna, PDP alleges

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, of sabotaging education development in the state. Senior Special Assistant to the National Chairman of PDP on Media and Communication, Yusuf Dingyadi, made the disclosure during a press conference in Kaduna. The party raised the […] The post Sani is sabotaging education development in Kaduna, PDP alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Fubara, Daniel, George, Olubolade, Gani Adams, others for Freedom Online Lecture

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State will, on Thursday, deliver the sixth yearly lecture of Freedom Online newspaper in Lagos. A statement by the Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of the online newspaper, Gabriel Akinadewo, says while Fubara is the Special Guest Speaker, former Governor of Ogun State and Chairman, Senate Committee on Navy, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, is […] The post Fubara, Daniel, George, Olubolade, Gani Adams, others for Freedom Online Lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development

By Gloria Laraba Shoda The recent appointment of Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka as the new Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives has further highlighted a troubling reality: there is not a single woman among the ten presiding and principal officers leading the Nigerian House of Representatives today. While I extend my congratulations to […] The post Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Like U.S, Netherlands slashes development aid budget, shifts focus to national interests

The Dutch government has announced sweeping changes to its development aid strategy, focusing on national economic and security interests over read more Like U.S, Netherlands slashes development aid budget, shifts focus to national interests

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25 h. ago Senate committed to progressive governance, national development – Akpabio

Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President, has reaffirmed the Senate’s dedication to progressive governance, economic empowerment, and national development under his read more Senate committed to progressive governance, national development – Akpabio

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29 h. ago UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG

Tribune Online UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG The Federal Government has cautioned against the consumption of hides and skin, warning that it deprives the country of valuable jobs and economic benefits. Speaking at the ministerial briefing organized by the Ministry of Information and National Orientation on Friday, Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, stated that hides and skin has an estimated market […] UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG Tribune Online

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37 h. ago Beyond Politics – Tinubu’s Masterstroke In North Central Development Commission

In what can only be described as a watershed moment in Nigeria’s history, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again demonstrated his unmatched foresight and unwavering commitment to national development by signing into law the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) Bill. This bold and transformative decision is a testament to his deep understanding of Nigeria’s […]

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39 h. ago Bisi Akande misrepresented me in his comment on death of Bola Ige — Gen Rotimi

Tribune Online Bisi Akande misrepresented me in his comment on death of Bola Ige — Gen Rotimi   Governor of the defunct Western State, 90-year-old Brigadier General Oluwole Rotimi (retd), in this interview with SOJI AJIBOLA, speaks on issues relating to perversion of societal values, factors militating against national progress and development, as well as the killing of the politician and Attorney-General and Minister of Justice of the Federation in the administration […] Bisi Akande misrepresented me in his comment on death of Bola Ige — Gen Rotimi Tribune Online

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48 h. ago Osun: APC withdraws from LG election as elder statesman condemns violence

Prevail on Adeleke to stop LG election – APC chieftain From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its withdrawal from the local government election slated for Saturday in Osun State. A letter by its state secretary, Alao Kamoru, to the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) on Thursday posited that the […] The post Osun: APC withdraws from LG election as elder statesman condemns violence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Why I dumped Labour Party for APC  – Anambra gov aspirant, Ozigbo

A former governorship aspirant of the Labour Party in Anambra State, Valentine Ozigbo, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress. Ozigbo, who formally registered with the APC at his ward in Amesi, Aguata Local Government Area, on Thursday—just 24 hours after resigning from the LP—said his decision was driven by his belief in progressive governance Read More

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56 h. ago Senate Committee To Hold Public Hearing On Tax Reform Bills From February 24

The Senate Committee on Finance has announced that it will commence a two-day public hearing on the tax reform bills starting from February 24. This development, disclosed in Wednesday during plenary, is aimed at reforming the tax administration, collection, and operations of taxes in Nigeria. According to Senator Sani Musa, Chairman of the Senate Committee […] The post Senate Committee To Hold Public Hearing On Tax Reform Bills From February 24 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Publishers to further collaborate with NCC, other agencies to tackle piracy

Tribune Online Publishers to further collaborate with NCC, other agencies to tackle piracy The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the GS Foundation, has implemented an Advanced Facilitators Training Program aimed at enhancing the instructional and leadership capabilities of police officers. This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Thursday by the Force Public Relations […] Publishers to further collaborate with NCC, other agencies to tackle piracy Tribune Online

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58 h. ago Osun APC Withdraws From Polls After Takeover Of LG Secretariats

Opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has withdrawn from the forthcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, February 22. The withdrawal is contained in a letter dated February 17, signed by the APC state Publicity Secretary, Alao Kamorudeen and addressed to the Secretary of the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). APC premised the withdrawal […]

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61 h. ago Osun NULGE President condemns APC’s takeover of LG secretariats

Tribune Online Osun NULGE President condemns APC’s takeover of LG secretariats The Osun State President of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Dr. Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, has strongly condemned the recent takeover of local government secretariats by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the action as illegal and a threat to democracy. In a statement issued in Osogbo on Tuesday, Dr. Ogungbangbe criticized […] Osun NULGE President condemns APC’s takeover of LG secretariats Tribune Online

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64 h. ago IYC advocates increase budgetary allocation for NDDC from FG, NASS

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Central Zone, has urged the Federal Government and the National Assembly to increase the budgetary allocation to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Perekosifa Iniefe, chairman of IYC Central Zone, said this will enable the commission to carry out its ever increasing mandate in the region. Iniefe, made the appeal […] The post IYC advocates increase budgetary allocation for NDDC from FG, NASS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Osun Assembly condemns ‘forceful takeover’ of LG secretariats by APC 

Tribune Online Osun Assembly condemns ‘forceful takeover’ of LG secretariats by APC  …urges Tinubu to intervene  The Osun State House of Assembly has condemned what it tagged as a forceful invasion of local government secretariats by sacked chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and their supporters. The House also alleged the Inspector General of Police (IGP) of conniving with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, […] Osun Assembly condemns ‘forceful takeover’ of LG secretariats by APC  Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tax Reform Bills: Senate Set For Public Hearings, Invites 71 Stakeholders

The Senate, through its Committee on Finance, will hold a tow-day public hearing on Tax Reform Bills on Monday and Tuesday next week. The bills were forwarded to both chambers of the National Assembly on October 3, 2024, by President Bola Tinubu. The tax reform bills include: “The Nigeria Tax Bill (NTB) 2024,The Nigeria Tax […]

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