6 h. ago Team Edo will deliver winning performance at NSF – Enabulele

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Amadin Desmond Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring Team Edo excels at the National Sports Festival in Ogun State, scheduled for May 16 to 30. In a statement released by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele expressed satisfaction with the athletes’ […] The post Team Edo will deliver winning performance at NSF – Enabulele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Sports Festival: Makinde Receives ‘Torch Of Unity,’ Pledges Support For Youth Dev’t

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has assured of his administration’s steadfast commitment to supporting youths and sports development at all levels. In doing these, Governor Makinde said the state government make provision for adequate infrastructure, training facilities, and a conducive environment in the state. Governor Makinde stated this on Tuesday while receiving the ‘Torch […]

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64 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Customs Assures Local Vehicle Manufacturers Of Patronage

In compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s Nigeria First policy, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has pledged that the service will continue to patronise and support the indigenous auto sector for the growth and well-being of the nation’s industrial economy. This was disclosed by the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, when he inspected vehicles […]

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4 d. ago We’ll use Gateway Games 2025 to establish sports economy in Ogun, Abiodun insists

By Emma Jemegah Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has emphasised that the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) will be more than just a sporting event; it will be a catalyst for establishing a vibrant sports economy in the state. Ogun State will host the NSF from May 16 to 30, marking the second time the […] The post We’ll use Gateway Games 2025 to establish sports economy in Ogun, Abiodun insists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Invited Jnr athletes ready to challenge status quo at Gateway Games 2024

With just 10 days left until the 22nd National Sports Festival dubbed “Gateway Games” kicks off in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the anticipation continues to soar — and one of the most compelling storylines emerging is that of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA). Introduced by the National Sports Commission (NSC) as a bold innovation, the IJA […] The post Invited Jnr athletes ready to challenge status quo at Gateway Games 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago CBN supports institute to strengthen corporate governance in Nigeria

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has pledged to support the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) read more CBN supports institute to strengthen corporate governance in Nigeria

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2 w. ago National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The National Assembly has pledged full support for The Progressive Institute, a training body launched by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to equip young Nigerians with democratic and leadership skills. Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau made this commitment during a courtesy visit by the institute’s Director General, Dr Lanre Adebayo, and […] The post National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gbajabiamila urges inward focus on sustainable solutions for SDGs

Nigeria, world’s poorest people bearing brunt of lack of progress towards SDGs – Orelope-Adefulire NGF, UN pledge support From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Wednesday, called for Nigeria to prioritise internal strategies to tackle economic, social, and environmental challenges amid a shrinking global multilateral space. Speaking at […] The post Gbajabiamila urges inward focus on sustainable solutions for SDGs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

.As Plateau government pledges support to affected traders The inability of Plateau State Fire Service to respond promptly to a read more Fire service’s faulty trucks blamed as fire destroys 500 shops in Jos

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2 w. ago Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged his full backing for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 reelection campaign after formally defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally held in Asaba on Monday, Oborevwori explained that the move to the APC was necessary to ensure Delta State’s alignment with the federal government. He argued […] The post Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rivers State Govt applauds Federal Govt unity colleges old students, offers support for bringing sports festival to PH

… As Federal Govt College Ikot Ekpene wins with 8 gold medals The Rivers State government has applauded the old read more Rivers State Govt applauds Federal Govt unity colleges old students, offers support for bringing sports festival to PH

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3 w. ago Reps mull overhauling of maritime law, back indigenous vessel ownership with Cabotage fund

By Steve Agbota The House of Representatives Committee on Maritime Safety, Education and Administration has pledged full legislative support to overhaul Nigeria’s maritime legal framework and promote indigenous vessel ownership. Speaking during an oversight visit to the Nigerian Maritime Resource Development Centre (NMRDC) in Kirikiri, Lagos, on Tuesday, the Deputy Chairman of the Committee, Hon. […] The post Reps mull overhauling of maritime law, back indigenous vessel ownership with Cabotage fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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3 w. ago National Sports Festival: Kebbi ready to participate in over 90% activities — Sports Commissioner

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  Ahead of National Sports Festival billed to hold in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Kebbi State Commissioner for Sports and Youths Development, Comrade Nura Bala Fingila has disclosed that athletes from the state would slugs it out with their counterparts from other states in over 90 percentage of the activities at the […] The post National Sports Festival: Kebbi ready to participate in over 90% activities — Sports Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2027: Former Chief Of Defence Staff Leads Isoko Nation To Back Tinubu, Oborevwori

The Isoko nation has pledged its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori. The endorsement was made during the “Isoko Meet Interactive Session,” held weekend at the Uzere country home of retired Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Alexander Ogomudia, where they vowed to deliver at least 70,000 […]

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3 w. ago FG pledges support for NNMDA to advance natural medicine, boost exports

By Doris Obinna The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) in promoting the production, regulation, and export of natural medicine. The move aims to enhance healthcare delivery and stimulate economic growth across Nigeria. During a working visit to NNMDA’s headquarters in Lagos, Hon. Yusuf Ahmed-Badau, Chairman […] The post FG pledges support for NNMDA to advance natural medicine, boost exports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ogun unveils mascot, logo and theme song for 2024 National Sports Festival

The Ogun State Government has unveiled the official mascot, logo, and theme song for the upcoming 2024 National Sports Festival, read more Ogun unveils mascot, logo and theme song for 2024 National Sports Festival

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4 w. ago Abiodun unveils national sports festival mascot, logo, theme song 

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun on Tuesday unveiled the mascot, the logo and the theme song for the 2024 National Sports Festival billed to be held in the state from May 16 to 30, 2025. Abiodun, represented by his Deputy, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, equally pledged that the state will deliver “the most memorable, most Read More

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4 w. ago Bauchi confident of victory as sports festival holds April 22

The Bauchi State Government has insisted that it would emerge victorious in the forthcoming year 2025, 22nd National Sports Festival to be held in Ogun State. The State Deputy Governor, Auwal Jatau, gave the assurance on Saturday while disclosing that Governor Bala Mohammed has approved the participation of the state during the event. While receiving Read More

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