60 m. ago Senate Probes SMEDAN, NUC Over Lopsided Recruitment Practices

The Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs has intensified its ongoing Investigative Hearing to the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) over alleged lopsided recruitment and promotion practices. During an investigative hearing on Wednesday, the Committee, chaired by Senator Allwell Onyesoh (Rivers East), interrogated […]

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1 hour ago Glocient takes centre stage at 68th UNWTO conference in Abuja

Tribune Online Glocient takes centre stage at 68th UNWTO conference in Abuja •Profers impact-driven hospitality, tourism models for communities Glocient Hospitality Limited took center stage on Day Two of the 68th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Regional Commission for Africa (CAF) Conference, presenting a bold vision for the future of tourism in Africa. The company’s presentation, titled “Hospitality with Heart: Creating Tourism Spaces that Empower Communities […] Glocient takes centre stage at 68th UNWTO conference in Abuja Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Constitution Amendment: Mbah Pushes For State Creation, State Police, Rotational President

Enugu State governor Dr. Peter Mbah has called for the creation of an additional state in the Southeast to make it equal to the other six geopolitical zones. Mbah also advocated for a rotational presidency and state police to give every part of the country a sense of belonging and better secure the nation. He […]

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2 h. ago INEC Releases Election Results Review Supplementary Guidelines

The Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) has released Supplementary regulations and guidelines for the review of election results. The National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information & Voter Education Committee of INEC, Sam Olumekun, disclosed this in Abuja on Thursday. According to him, the provision in Section 65 of the Electoral Act 2022 empowers the commission […]

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5 h. ago Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025

•Pushes to dismantle trade barriers   By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com   When African leaders convened in Abuja for the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in June, the spotlight was on the structural and policy bottlenecks that have long hindered the full potential of intra-regional trade across the subcontinent. At the summit themed; “Unlocking […] The post Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025?

The gambling industry thrives in 2025, with global revenues soaring as online platforms and regulations evolve. From the U.S. to emerging markets like Nigeria, countries compete for market share. Casino experts analyze which nations dominate, driven by innovation, consumer spending, and legal frameworks. This piece explores top markets, key trends, and Canada’s rising role, offering […] The post Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Governor of Rivers State and immediate past Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that politicians are not responsible for Nigeria’s problems, placing the blame instead on the docility of the masses. Amaechi made these remarks on Thursday in Abuja at the 2025 National Social Cohesion Dialogue (NSCD) and unveiling […] The post Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Customs seals 3 bonded terminals over infractions, seizes 27 smuggled containers

By Steve Agbota Intensifying its efforts to combat smuggling and non-compliance within the nation’s busiest port corridor, the Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday said that it sealed three bonded terminals under its command for various infractions. This is even as the Command also intercepted 27 containers of contraband goods valued […] The post Customs seals 3 bonded terminals over infractions, seizes 27 smuggled containers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano

Tribune Online VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano Tinubu, during a condolence visit to the family of late business mogul Alhaji Aminu Dantata, described his demise as a great loss—not just to the Dantata family, but to Nigeria and the entire Ummah. VP Shettima pays condolence visit to Dantata’s family in Kano Tribune Online

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10 h. ago We Won’t Surrender ADC To Political Opportunists – Dumebi Kachikwu

Former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dumebi Kachikwu, has strongly rejected the appointment of ex-Senate President David Mark as the interim national chairman of the party. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Kachikwu described the move as an imposition by a faction of the party led by […] The post We Won’t Surrender ADC To Political Opportunists – Dumebi Kachikwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago ‘I Love Nigeria’, 11 Other Associations Seek INEC Registration As Political Parties

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the receipt of fresh applications from 12 new political associations, including one named ‘I Love Nigeria’ (ILN), seeking registration as political parties, bringing the total number of applications to 122. This was disclosed in a statement released by the Commission and signed by National Commissioner, Sam Olumekun, […]

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Honour 250 Nigerians At 65th Independence Anniversary 

The Federal Government has revealed plan to honour 250 outstanding Nigerians for their exceptional dedication, innovation and patriotism toward nation building as part of activities marking the 65th Independence anniversary. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the Compendium of 250 top performers in Nigeria to commemorate the anniversary, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […]

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11 h. ago INEC Releases Supplementary Guidelines On Election Result Review

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released supplementary regulations and guidelines for the review of election results. The National Commissioner and chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee of INEC, Sam Olumekun, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja on Thursday. According to him, the proviso to Section 65 of the Electoral Act 2022 empowers […]

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12 h. ago PICTORIAL: VP Shettima Visits Kano To Condole With Dantata’s Family

The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has visited Kano State to condole with the family of the late elder statesman and billionaire businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who passed away last week. VP Shettima was received on arrival at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) by Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, before […]

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12 h. ago Shettima inaugurates national credit guarantee company board

Tribune Online Shettima inaugurates national credit guarantee company board Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the Board of Directors of the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC Ltd), charging members to deepen financial inclusion and stimulate Nigeria’s grassroots economy. Shettima inaugurates national credit guarantee company board Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Court Dismisses Gani Adams’ N5bn Defamation Suit Against Sunday Igboho

The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has dismissed a N5billion defamation suit filed by Chief Gani Adams, the Aare-Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, against Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, commonly known as Sunday Igboho. The ruling, delivered by Justice O.T. Ademola-Salami, also included an award of N500,000 cost against Adams in favour of Igboho. […]

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12 h. ago Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra

Tribune Online Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra “This is not the time for blame or sensationalism. It is a moment for sober reflection, national solidarity, and truth, Rep Nnabuife condemns killing of Ebonyi indigenes in Anambra Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Taiwan extols Nigeria’s diplomatic endeavors in St. Lucia and The Caribbean states

Taiwanese government has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s successful State visit to the Caribbean nation of Saint Lucia as a read more Taiwan extols Nigeria’s diplomatic endeavors in St. Lucia and The Caribbean states

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13 h. ago WHO urges Nigeria, others to raise prices of sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco by 50%

From Idu Jude, Abuja The World Health Organisation (WHO) has advised Nigeria and other member countries to increase the prices of sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco by 50% through taxation over the next 10 years to curb the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). In a statement published on its website, the United Nations health […] The post WHO urges Nigeria, others to raise prices of sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco by 50% appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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