54 m. ago ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents

Tribune Online ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents The Anambra State Government has issued a stern directive to residents and property owners occupying dilapidated or defaced buildings across key urban areas, mandating them to repaint their structures or face enforcement measures beginning July 1. ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Federal Gov’t Borrowing Must Be Strategic, Beneficial To Nigerians – Rewane

Renowned economist and Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has advised the Federal Government to adopt a more strategic approach to borrowing, stressing that loans must be tied to productive ventures that benefit the Nigerian people. Rewane spoke on Thursday on Channels Television’s ‘Business Morning’ show, monitored by our correspondent. He emphasised […]

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4 h. ago Federal Gov’t Arraigns Kogi Central Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

The Federal Government, on Thursday, arraigned suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja on charges of alleged criminal defamation. The lawmaker appeared before Justice Chizoba Orji on a three-count charge bordering on alleged defamation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. […]

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5 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen

APC urges govt to respect court ruling From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), and the Osun State Government have strongly opposed alleged plans by reinstated All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors to claim local government allocations. The Commissioner for Local Government […] The post LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Reps: Osun Caucus demands immediate release of seized LGAs’ allocation

Tribune Online Reps: Osun Caucus demands immediate release of seized LGAs’ allocation "we are worried that funds meant to pay salary of local government workers, fix rural roads, provide water, maintain primary health care centres and perform other obligations of Government are Reps: Osun Caucus demands immediate release of seized LGAs’ allocation Tribune Online

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9 h. ago NEF Condemns Benue Killings, Accuses Govt Of Betrayal, Inaction

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has issued a scathing condemnation of the ongoing wave of violence in Benue State, describing the mass killings as “genocide” and accusing the federal government of deliberate inaction, betrayal, and systemic failure. In a strongly worded press statement signed by Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, the NEF’s spokesperson, the forum said […]

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15 h. ago Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF) Senator George Akume has condoled the people of Yelewata and the entire Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State over the June 13 killings in their community. Senator Akume also called on them to remain calm and steadfast as […] The post Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Lagos Govt Seals 10 Establishments Over Alleged Environmental Violation

Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, has sealed off several facilities across Lagos Mainland over persistent noise pollution and other environmental violations. The enforcement operation, which took place on Tuesday, was part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to uphold environmental standards and ensure public health and safety in residential and commercial areas. READ MORE: Lagos Govt Shuts […] The post Lagos Govt Seals 10 Establishments Over Alleged Environmental Violation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Delta Raises Alarm Over Encroachment On Airport Land, Warns Offenders

The Delta State Government has declared its intention to reclaim all government lands encroached upon by land grabbers and seek damages for reclamation costs. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, made this known during a press briefing in Asaba on Wednesday, He issued a stern warning to individuals who have […] The post Delta Raises Alarm Over Encroachment On Airport Land, Warns Offenders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NEF Condemns Benue Massacre, Accuses Gov’t Of Betrayal, Inaction

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has issued a scathing condemnation of the ongoing wave of violence in Benue State, describing the mass killings as “genocide” and accusing the federal government of deliberate inaction, betrayal, and systemic failure. In a strongly worded press statement signed by Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, the NEF’s spokesperson, the Forum said […]

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23 h. ago Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights

Tribune Online Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights Hundreds of travellers thronged the Chuba Okadigbo International Airport in Onueke, Ebonyi State, as United Nigeria Airlines commenced commercial flight operations from Lagos. Travellers flood Ebonyi airport as United Nigeria Airlines begins Lagos flights Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Anambra govt approves N9.6bn for erosion control, infrastructure projects

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has approved new contracts worth over ₦9.6 billion aimed at tackling erosion and flood issues, improving road infrastructure, upgrading public institutions, and supporting educational development across the state. The approvals were made during the 11th ANSEC meeting held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the […] The post Anambra govt approves N9.6bn for erosion control, infrastructure projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Gambia seeks partnership with Kebbi govt to boost rice production

Tribune Online Gambia seeks partnership with Kebbi govt to boost rice production The Government of The Gambia has expressed readiness to partner with the Kebbi State Government in adopting its successful agricultural strategies, particularly in rice production... Gambia seeks partnership with Kebbi govt to boost rice production Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Sokoto trains stakeholders on Fiscal responsibility, reforms budgetary system

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has commenced a two-day capacity-building workshop for key stakeholders in the state’s financial management ecosystem In a bid to deepen transparency and accountability in public finance, The workshop, which is held at Reiz Continental Hotel in Abuja, is focused on updating stakeholders on the National Chart of […] The post Sokoto trains stakeholders on Fiscal responsibility, reforms budgetary system appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Zuru killings: Malami decries loss of ‘nearly 200 innocent lives’ in Kebbi

By John Ogunsemore Former Attorney-General of the Federation & Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami has condemned recent attacks in Tadurga Ward of Zuru Local Government Area, Kebbi State, which he said claimed nearly 200 innocent lives. This is contained in a Wednesday statement signed by his media aide, Mohammed Bello Doka. Daily Sun learnt that […] The post Zuru killings: Malami decries loss of ‘nearly 200 innocent lives’ in Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns

Joint State-local govt accounts now conduit for siphoning public funds, undermines autonomy — CISLAC   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The appointment and election of incompetent individuals to leadership positions in Nigeria’s local government councils are significantly undermining governance and fueling corruption at the grassroots level, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other […] The post Appointment of incompetent officials driving corruption, weakness in LGAs, ICPC warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Gombe: We’ve cleared 16 companies to operate in our industrial park – Governor Yahaya

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has disclosed that the state government has so far approved 16 out of over 380 businesses that have applied to commence operations at the state’s Muhammadu Buhari Industrial Park, located in the Dadin Kowa community of Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area. The governor stated this on […] The post Gombe: We’ve cleared 16 companies to operate in our industrial park – Governor Yahaya appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago PEBEC launches nationwide tour to boost ease of doing business across Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance Nigeria’s business climate, the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has announced a nationwide tour set to commence on June 23, 2025.  This ambitious initiative aims to drive reforms that will simplify business operations across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The tour, […] The post PEBEC launches nationwide tour to boost ease of doing business across Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Jigawa govt earmarks N2bn for culvert construction to prevent flooding

Tribune Online Jigawa govt earmarks N2bn for culvert construction to prevent flooding The Jigawa State Government has awarded a contract worth over N2 billion for the construction of 42 culverts across the state to prevent flooding in 21 local government areas. Jigawa govt earmarks N2bn for culvert construction to prevent flooding Tribune Online

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