24 m. ago Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst

Tribune Online Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst The Senate on Tuesday, directed its Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions to investigate what it called “disorderly conduct” of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on the floor of the house last week, asking the panel to turn in a report within three weeks. Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst Tribune Online

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43 m. ago Surgeon Urges Gov’t To Invest In Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery

Despite the challenges faced by Nigeria’s healthcare system, Nigerian plastic surgeon and burn consultant, Dr. Ayobami Aranmolate Rasheed, has said that he remained optimistic about the future, calling on government at all levels to invest more in healthcare and training. He said Nigeria can become a global destination for medical tourism. Dr Rasheed, who is […]

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53 m. ago Senator Natasha Risks Sanctions, Referred To Senate Ethics C’ttee Over Face

The Senate has referred the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, following a dispute over seat allocation in the red chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, was given two weeks to investigate Natasha’s conduct and report back on its findings. The resolution was reached […]

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68 m. ago Natasha Akpoti to face Senate’s disciplinary committee after seat row

The Senate has referred Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions for disciplinary review following a dispute over seating arrangements in the chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, has been given two weeks to investigate the matter and submit its findings. The decision was reached after a voice Read More

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93 m. ago FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister

Tribune Online FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has announced that the country is investing $2 billion on 90,000 kilometres of submarine cable as a move to strengthen internet connectivity and enhance its target of achieving a $1 trillion economy. FG investing $2bn on 90,000km of submarine cables to strengthen internet connectivity — Minister Tribune Online

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2 h. ago CISLAC commends Zamfara’s ‘operation safe corridor’, urges comprehensive implementation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has commended Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal for launching Operation Safe Corridor, a non-kinetic initiative aimed at rehabilitating and reintegrating repentant bandits. The programme, modeled after a successful initiative in the North-East that targeted Boko Haram defectors, is designed to provide a […] The post CISLAC commends Zamfara’s ‘operation safe corridor’, urges comprehensive implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports

Tribune Online DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports Chinese AI company DeepSeek is accelerating the release of its next-generation AI model, R2, in a move to solidify its position as a leading player in artificial intelligence. DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Beige Africa, KIBA Foundation Launch Financial Literacy Illustration Book

Beige Africa, in collaboration with the KIBA Foundation, has launched a Financial Literacy Illustration Book aimed at equipping African children with essential money management skills. The initiative, dedicated to the memory of Miss Abisola Kamson, targeted children aged 5 to 13 and sought to instill financial literacy in them from an early age. As part […]

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2 h. ago iRecharge Unveils Graduate Trainee Program To Combat Youth Unemployment

In a strategic move to tackle rising youth unemployment and equip young graduates with industry-relevant skills, iRecharge Tech Innovations has launched a Graduate Trainee Program aimed at fostering career growth and job opportunities in Nigeria’s tech sector. iRecharge, a leading digital payment solutions provider, announced the initiative as part of its commitment to bridging the […]

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2 h. ago Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment

Tribune Online Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment He assured the delegation that the state government team would leverage global best practices in free trade zone development to ensure the project's success. Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Fire guts Ladipo market, destroys goods worth millions of Naira

Fire on Tuesday gutted some shops in the Ladipo market destroying goods worth millions of Naira. The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday. He said that the agency received distress calls through its 767 and 112 Read More

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3 h. ago RAAMP: Kwara Spends N4.6bn On Construction Of 209.77km Rural Roads

The Kwara State government has spent over N4.6bn in counterparts funding for the construction of 209.77 kilometres of rural roads across the 16 local governments area of the state. The state’s coordinator of Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP), Dr Isaac Kolo, disclosed this at the 47th Media Parliament of the Kwara State Council […]

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4 h. ago Naira rises to N1,485 on black market on improved dollar liquidity

The naira rose to N1,485 on the black market following improved dollar liquidity as foreign exchange policies support the naira. read more Naira rises to N1,485 on black market on improved dollar liquidity

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4 h. ago Crypto: Bitcoin slips below $90,000 as Bybit hack deepens woes

Tribune Online Crypto: Bitcoin slips below $90,000 as Bybit hack deepens woes Despite an initial wave of appointments of crypto-friendly officials earlier this year, investors have seen little in the way of concrete developments to drive prices higher. Crypto: Bitcoin slips below $90,000 as Bybit hack deepens woes Tribune Online

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4 h. ago RAAMP: Kwara govt releases N4bn counterpart fund in five years

Tribune Online RAAMP: Kwara govt releases N4bn counterpart fund in five years The Kwara State Government has paid over ₦4 billion as the state's counterpart fund for the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) between 2019 and the present. RAAMP: Kwara govt releases N4bn counterpart fund in five years Tribune Online

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5 h. ago US: Federal judge declines temporarily restoring AP’s full access to White House

Tribune Online US: Federal judge declines temporarily restoring AP’s full access to White House The news organisation sought the order after Trump revoked its access in response to its continued use of the term “Gulf of Mexico,” rather than adopting his preferred “Gulf of America.” US: Federal judge declines temporarily restoring AP’s full access to White House Tribune Online

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5 h. ago No election in wartime — Ukraine’s parliament counters Trump

Tribune Online No election in wartime — Ukraine’s parliament counters Trump On Sunday, Zelenskyy stated he would step down if it secured peace for Ukraine, adding that he would also resign if it guaranteed the country’s NATO membership. No election in wartime — Ukraine’s parliament counters Trump Tribune Online

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5 h. ago PEDA sees $1.5bn horticulture export market opportunity for farmers

The Produce Export Development Alliance (PEDA) has urged farmers to tap into the $1.5 billion horticulture export market opportunity to read more PEDA sees $1.5bn horticulture export market opportunity for farmers

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7 h. ago Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report 

Tribune Online Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report  Nigeria’s commercial real estate market is poised to achieve a staggering value of  $362.27 billion by 2025, report by Statista Market Insights, has said. This projection, according to the report, took into account various factors and trends in the Nigerian real estate sector. Additionally, the report anticipated that the market would experience a consistent annual […] Nigeria’s commercial real estate to hit $362.27bn in 2025 —Report  Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Stock markets slump as Trump targets Chinese tech investments

Stock markets struggled on Tuesday as US President Donald Trump reignited trade war fears by calling for fresh restrictions on Chinese investments, particularly in the technology sector. London equities rose, while Paris and Frankfurt fluctuated, with defence and banking stocks performing particularly well. This followed a weak session across Asia and in New York. Global Read More

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