4 h. ago 2024 WAFCON: “My Team Is Ready To Defeat Tunisia On Sunday” — Super Falcons Coach

Ahead of Sunday clash with Tunisia’s women in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Super Falcons coach, Justine Madugu has declared his team’s readiness for their opening fixture. Recall that the eleven times champions defeated Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, and Ghana’s Black Queens, and held Portugal to a 0-0 draw in their pre-WAFCON friendlies. […] The post 2024 WAFCON: “My Team Is Ready To Defeat Tunisia On Sunday” — Super Falcons Coach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NHRC boss, Tony Ojukwu, emerges president of West African human rights body

Tribune Online NHRC boss, Tony Ojukwu, emerges president of West African human rights body The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of Nigeria, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, has been elected President NHRC boss, Tony Ojukwu, emerges president of West African human rights body Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Legislators in Otukpo local government council of Benue State have petitioned the State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia and the State House of Assembly over alleged misappropriation of funds, gross misconduct among other heist by the council chairman, Prince Maxwell Ogiri. The move was necessitated by initial alarm raised by Head […] The post Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago 43 Countries, 937 Athletes, Officials To Compete At 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships In Abeokuta

Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, taking place from 16th to 20th July 2025. With just 13 days remaining, anticipation is building for the prestigious event, which will feature aspiring young athletes from across African continent. A total of 43 […]

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22 h. ago FG Begins Vehicle Recycling Enforcement October, Eyes N60bn Annually

The federal government will begin full enforcement of Nigeria’s End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) Waste Recycling Regulation in October 2025, as it accelerates plans to establish a national system for dismantling and recycling obsolete automobiles—an initiative expected to generate over N60 billion annually and create more than 40,000 jobs. Director-general of the National Automotive Design and Development […]

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23 h. ago Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by U.S. immigration officers

By Seyi Babalola US immigration agents arrested renowned Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, and intend to deport him to Mexico, where he has “an active arrest warrant… for his involvement in organised crime,” US officials revealed on Thursday. Less than a week before his arrest, the former middleweight world champion was defeated by […] The post Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by U.S. immigration officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 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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28 h. ago Ogun Customs Intercepts 2,693 Parcels Of Indian Hemp Hidden In Truck

The Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a large quantity of Cannabis Sativa, also known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday at the NSC Sentry Post in Idiroko, the Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, disclosed that the illegal substance was […] The post Ogun Customs Intercepts 2,693 Parcels Of Indian Hemp Hidden In Truck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Another Tragedy Strikes As Afghan Coach Dies At Bayer Munich Training Camp

An Afghanistan coach, identified as Ashgar, has died at a youth training camp owned by Bundesliga Champions Bayern Munich in Riesa, Saxony. It was gathered that the manager collapsed on the pitch of the Feralpi Arena during the lunch break on Monday and later died in hospital despite intervention of the emergency services. READ MORE: Abakaliki […] The post Another Tragedy Strikes As Afghan Coach Dies At Bayer Munich Training Camp appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Operatives of the Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service have intercepted and seized 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa otherwise known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border into the country. Briefing newsmen on the seizure yesterday, at the NSC Sentry Post, Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller in […] The post Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 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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37 h. ago Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months

Tribune Online Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday announced a significant milestone in its operations, recording a revenue collection of ₦1.38 trillion in... Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months Tribune Online

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40 h. ago 1XBET Cup 2025: Organisers Pay Courtesy Visit To Lagos Lottery Board

The Organising Committee of the 1XBET Cup, in collaboration with its sponsors, 1XBET, paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Lottery Board ahead of the 2025 1XBET Cup championship. Speaking during the courtesy visit, Chairman of the Organising Committee and Consultant to the tournament, Engr Waidi Akanni, stressed the importance of the visit as […]

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45 h. ago 43 Nations, 937 Athletes To Compete At 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships

Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is abuzz with excitement in preparations to host the 3rd African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships from 16th to 20th July 2025. With just 13 days remaining, anticipation is building for the prestigious event promising to feature aspiring young athletes from across African continent. A total of 43 countries have confirmed […]

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46 h. ago Juventus Denies Interest In Osimhen Amid Transfer Speculation

Juventus Scouting Director Giorgio Chiellini has firmly dismissed any speculation linking the club with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, amid growing rumours of interest from several European teams during this summer transfer window. Osimhen’s recent loan spell at Galatasaray has come to an end, following which the 26-year-old is deliberating on his next move. Last summer, […]

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47 h. ago How TVET students will access monthly stipends —Bugaje, NABTE boss

Tribune Online How TVET students will access monthly stipends —Bugaje, NABTE boss Executive Secretary, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Professor Idris Bugaje, provides a deep insight into the newly launched Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative by the Federal Government. He spoke at the monthly education dialogue organised by the Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN). TUNBOSUN OGUNDARE brings the excerpts: Tell us what […] How TVET students will access monthly stipends —Bugaje, NABTE boss Tribune Online

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49 h. ago Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade

By Steve Agbota Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has unveiled MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, the 349-TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) vessel is expected to […] The post Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport

Tribune Online Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport THE Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, initially built during World War II and expanded in 1979 with a new international terminal, is struggling to cope with the increasing demand of air travel. The airport’s passenger traffic has far exceeded its original design capacity of 200,000 passengers per year, with the current terminal handling […] Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport Tribune Online

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52 h. ago NSSEC boss reaffirms commitment to inclusive learning, effective education

Tribune Online NSSEC boss reaffirms commitment to inclusive learning, effective education The National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC) has reaffirmed commitment of the commission towards ensuring the provision of inclusive education that will result in effective learning and improved literacy and numeracy levels in Nigeria. Executive Secretary, NSSEC, Dr Iyela Ajayi, stated this during a two-day national workshop to boost the capacity of Special Education Desk […] NSSEC boss reaffirms commitment to inclusive learning, effective education Tribune Online

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55 h. ago NiMet boss seeks media involvement in weather, climate report

Tribune Online NiMet boss seeks media involvement in weather, climate report Anosike said the success of NiMet’s mission does not rest solely on the accuracy of its scientific data and forecasts; it equally depends on the effective communication and dissemination of information to the public by the media. NiMet boss seeks media involvement in weather, climate report Tribune Online

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