56 m. ago BREAKING: Supreme Court blocks Rivers funds, recognises Amaewhule assembly

The Supreme Court on Friday made the pronouncement stopping the Central Bank of Nigeria from releasing funds to Rivers State government until the Rivers House of Assembly is properly constituted by the 1999 Constitution. The apex court also affirmed the Martins Amaewhule-led Rivers House of Assembly members as valid members of the house. Details shortly…. Read More

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59 m. ago VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman

Controversial social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of plotting his arrest. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday, VeryDarkMan claimed that the EFCC is planning to frame him for criticising its chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede. Accusing the EFCC of using various tactics to orchestrate his arrest, […] The post VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 m. ago Arewa Youths Demand Immediate Rescue Of Afenifere Youth Leader, Condemn Kidnapping Trend

The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum (AYCF) has strongly condemned the kidnapping of Prince Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, President of the Afenifere Youth Council, and demanded his immediate release. Yerima Shettima, President General of AYCF, in a statement on Thursday, described the situation as “worrisome” and emphasised the need for urgent action. Shettima expressed concern over the […] The post Arewa Youths Demand Immediate Rescue Of Afenifere Youth Leader, Condemn Kidnapping Trend appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 m. ago Nigeria, ITU advocate global action on submarine cable disruptions

Tribune Online Nigeria, ITU advocate global action on submarine cable disruptions “Nigeria is served by several submarine cable systems, many of which also land in my home country, Portugal, including Maniwari. Nigeria, ITU advocate global action on submarine cable disruptions Tribune Online

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62 m. ago Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that electricity consumers on Band B are not paying sufficient tariffs for the electricity they receive. This declaration was made on Thursday at the Public Presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan (NIRP) in Abuja. According to Adelabu, the disparity between […] The post Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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69 m. ago We are fighting insecurity with  Education,  youth empowerment  – Imo state Legislator 

…pays WAEC fees for 104 students  …Also sponsors Bill for the creation of Film Village, Academy  From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The member representing OnuImo state constituency in the Imo state House of Assembly, Hon James Esile Uba has said that the only way to insecurity in the state is through Education and empowering the youths […] The post We are fighting insecurity with  Education,  youth empowerment  – Imo state Legislator  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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83 m. ago EU hosts Study Fair in Kano, recommits self to education, democracy in Nigeria

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The European Union (EU), yesterday hosted a successful Study Fair in Kano State, designed to facilitate educational relationship between European universities and Nigerian students. The Fair, attended by secondary and university students from different North West states, offered opportunities  for interaction with on – ground representatives of several European institutions on available […] The post EU hosts Study Fair in Kano, recommits self to education, democracy in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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86 m. ago Tax Bills: Experts Warn Against Undermining Nigeria Customs Service

As Nigeria pushes forward with its ambitious tax reform agenda, concerns are mounting that proposed legislative changes could inadvertently weaken the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to the point of redundancy. At a public hearing organized by the House of Representatives special committee on Tax Reform Bills, stakeholders warned that shifting customs revenue collection to a […]

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1 hour ago Delta: Police rescue five kidnap church victims, recover ransom money

Tribune Online Delta: Police rescue five kidnap church victims, recover ransom money Police Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Bright Edafe, in a statement on Friday, said upon sighting the officers, the suspects engaged them in a gun duel but fled under superior firepower, abandoning their captives. Delta: Police rescue five kidnap church victims, recover ransom money Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Akpabio fighting me because I rejected his sexual advances – Natasha Akpoti

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of persistent sexual advances, even in the presence of her husband, claiming that his hostility toward her stems from her refusal to entertain them. Speaking in Abuja during an interview on Arise TV’s ‘The Morning Show’ aired on Friday, she […] The post Akpabio fighting me because I rejected his sexual advances – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Akpabio Made Love Advances At Me As Condition To Move A Motion, Senator Natasha Alleges

The Senator representing Kogi Central in the Senate, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has revealed the genesis of her incessant faceoffs with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, saying she was being maltreated for refusing love advances from him. Senator Natasha, married to a Delta State-born billionaire businessman, disclosed this on Arise News Channel’s breakfast programme, ‘The Morning Show’, […]

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3 h. ago Akpabio Made Sexual Advances At Me As Condition To Move A Motion, Senator Natasha Alleges

The Senator representing Kogi Central in the Senate, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has revealed the genesis of her incessant faceoffs with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, saying she was being sexually harassed in the Red Chamber for refusing love advances from him. Senator Natasha, married to a Delta State-born billionaire businessman, disclosed this on Arise News Channel’s […]

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3 h. ago I’ve been Tinubu’s follower since I left secondary school – Obasa

Ousted Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has shed light on his relationship with President Bola Tinubu, saying his loyalty goes back to when he left secondary school. Speaking against the backdrop of the controversy caused by his unexpected appearance at the Lagos State House of Assembly complex on Thursday, Obasa added that he has proof of […] The post I’ve been Tinubu’s follower since I left secondary school – Obasa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Weak incentives could be holding back Nigeria’s productivity

Nigeria risks repeating the cycle of near-reform success syndrome if it does not reform its political institutions—starting with the Independent read more Weak incentives could be holding back Nigeria’s productivity

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3 h. ago Inflation drives Lagos rent crisis, residents forced to move

Nigeria’s economic crisis is hitting renters in Lagos hard as landlords pass down the costs of spiraling inflation — pushing residents further out, upending children’s education, and adding to workers’ already infamous commutes. With a population of more than 20 million, the country’s sprawling, ever-growing economic capital has for years struggled to keep up with Read More

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4 h. ago Oyo flags off first health insurance for primary school pupils, enrolls 10,000

Tribune Online Oyo flags off first health insurance for primary school pupils, enrolls 10,000 Oyo State Government, the first in Nigeria, on Thursday, formally announced the enrollment of 10,000 basic school pupils into the state’s health insurance scheme to give access to healthcare to public school children in the state. The children, enrolled from 90 schools across 18 LGAs, were presented with their insurance scheme ID cards on Thursday […] Oyo flags off first health insurance for primary school pupils, enrolls 10,000 Tribune Online

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4 h. ago IPMAN withdraws strike ultimatum, engages NMDPRA in dialogue over bridging claim

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has withdrawn its strike ultimatum as it continues discussions with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) over the backlog of outstanding bridging claims.  In a statement issued by its Spokesperson Ukadike Chinedu on Thursday, IPMAN assured its members that the […] The post IPMAN withdraws strike ultimatum, engages NMDPRA in dialogue over bridging claim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC engages external solicitors for debt recovery

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has engaged external solicitors  as parts of efforts to recover debts and resolve legal disputes, especially following the failure of Heritage Bank. Speaking at a Sensitization Seminar for External Solicitors in Abuja on Thursday, NDIC Managing Director Bello Hassan, appealed to the professionals to support […] The post Heritage Bank: NDIC engages external solicitors for debt recovery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CADEF seeks stringent regulations, consumer education to drive renewable energy adoption

By Chinenye Anuforo Experts and the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF) are calling for a significant overhaul in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector, emphasizing the necessity of robust standards and comprehensive policy frameworks. CADEF recently hosted a webinar, “Understanding Solar Panel Efficiency and Battery Storage,” building on their December 2024 “DER Advantage” session, which aimed […] The post CADEF seeks stringent regulations, consumer education to drive renewable energy adoption appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Excitement Builds As 3rd ECOWAS – Abuja Int’l Marathon Holds Saturday

The vibrant city of Abuja is set to host the highly anticipated 3rd edition of the ECOWAS – Abuja International Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, March 1st, 2025. This year’s event, themed “Run for Unity and Integrity,” is expected to attract thousands of runners from across the region and beyond, with a total prize pool of […]

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