12 m. ago Transmission Company Highlights Milestones In Digital Transformation

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said it recorded significant progress under the leadership of its managing director and CEO, Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz. The company, he said, has accelerated project delivery, strengthened the national electricity grid, and embarked on an ambitious digital transformation program, ensuring more efficient transmission of bulk power across the country. […]

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63 m. ago Cardoso says 27 banks raised fresh capital in recapitalisation race

At least twenty-seven banks are raising new capital ahead of a sector-wide recapitalisation programme that is expected to boost lenders’ read more Cardoso says 27 banks raised fresh capital in recapitalisation race

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2 h. ago FG inaugurates committee to address power outages in hospitals

The Federal Government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) for the newly established Nigeria Power for Health Initiative (NPHI) to drive electricity supply in health facilities in the country. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, while speaking at IMSC inauguration on Monday in Abuja, described the initiative as a […]

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7 h. ago Fresh excise duty increase may erode purchasing power, cause avoidable job losses, CPPE warns

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has warned that a new round of increase in excise duty may erode the purchasing powers of Nigerians and result in avoidable job losses. The Centre gave the warning in a statement signed by its Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Muda Yusuf, on Monday, while reacting […]

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8 h. ago Lagos migrating to sustainable circular waste mgt system —Wahab

Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, has said that the state is gradually migrating from a linear waste management system to sustainable circular waste management system. He said the state government is embracing strategic initiatives to address waste disposal and  management in the metropolis Speaking with the media after […]

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9 h. ago FG to unify livestock data systems, strengthen sector accountability

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s livestock industry through a unified national data architecture that will enhance accountability, strengthen planning, and unlock new investment opportunities across the sector. The assurance was given by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at two-day multi-stakeholder workshop on strengthening national livestock sector accountability […]

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10 h. ago Abductions surge: Northern govs demand mining suspension, unveil N228bn security fund

Northern governors address surging abductions by demanding a mining suspension and creating a N228bn security fund to combat Northern Nigeria insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/abductions-surge-northern-govs-demand-mining-suspension-unveil-n228bn-security-fund/

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10 h. ago Monarch urges youth participation in sports to curb crime, terrorism

A traditional leader in Sokoto urges increased youth sports participation as a powerful tool to steer young people away from crime, terrorism, and idleness Read More: https://punchng.com/monarch-urges-youth-participation-in-sports-to-curb-crime-terrorism/

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11 h. ago Fubara To Prioritise Education In 2026 Budget After Viral Video On School Decay

Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, said improving the deplorable education sector remains one of the top priorities of his administration, revealing that education will receive the highest allocation in the state’s 2026 budget. The governor made the disclosure on Monday while declaring open the 123rd and 124th combined quarterly meeting of the Rivers State Council […]

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13 h. ago ICC: Nigeria demands respect for states’ sovereignty, constitution

"Our Armed Forces conduct operations in line with international humanitarian law and maintain mechanisms for independent

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14 h. ago Instability surges across SSA as East Africa overtakes Sahel in risk ranking on youth uprisings

Sub-Saharan Africa’s instability worsened in 2025, with East Africa emerging as the most volatile region, driven by democratic backsliding, violent read more Instability surges across SSA as East Africa overtakes Sahel in risk ranking on youth uprisings

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15 h. ago VP Shettima Backs Schoolnet’s Smart Class Push For Nigerian Schools

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has welcomed the offer by Schoolnet India Ltd & Learnet Skills Ltd to partner with the Nigerian government and private sector entities to implement its KYAN smart class solutions in Nigerian schools. He said the project, which aims to digitally transform education by introducing interactive smart boards and digital […]

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15 h. ago Airline operators seek NASS intervention for tax reform implementation

The Chairman of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema, on Monday disclosed that the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) are seeking an audience with the National Assembly (NASS) to explain the many negative effects the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 will have on the aviation sector if implemented.

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16 h. ago FG inaugurates steering committee to drive sustainable power for health facilities

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) of the newly established Nigeria Power-for-Health Initiative (NPHI), a major step aimed at ensuring sustainable and reliable electricity supply across all health facilities nationwide.

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16 h. ago $6bn Mambila Fraud: Obasanjo Promises To Testify, Witness Tells Court

A Third Prosecution Witness (PW3) in the ongoing trial of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, has told Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja, that former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, expressed his desire to make himself available to testify in any court or forum regarding […]

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17 h. ago Group Debunks Allegations Against NDPHC Boss, Defends Performance

The Accountability and Policy Monitoring Group has firmly rejected recent allegations of financial recklessness and inappropriate use of private jets levelled against the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engr. Jennifer Adighije. In a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Suurnen Rachel Akper, the organisation described the claims as entirely […]

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20 h. ago How Rebecca Oke improves maternal, child health outcomes in Nigeria

Rebecca Oke is making significant impact in the Nigeria’s healthcare sector, particularly in maternal and child health. Her dedication to read more How Rebecca Oke improves maternal, child health outcomes in Nigeria

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21 h. ago AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN

Daniel Thomas, Chairman, Lagos Zone of Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN), has said that the adoption of read more AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN

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21 h. ago Fubara Counters Criticism, Promises Major Investment In Rivers’ Education Sector

He admitted that many schools across the state are in bad shape but stressed that the decay did not happen overnight. The post Fubara Counters Criticism, Promises Major Investment In Rivers’ Education Sector appeared first on Channels Television.

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25 h. ago Africa’s Demand For Refined Products To Surge Into 2050 — African Energy Chamber

The continent's refined product demand is projected to climb from approximately 4 million barrels per day (bbl/d) in 2024 to over 6 million bbl/d by 2050. The post Africa’s Demand For Refined Products To Surge Into 2050 — African Energy Chamber appeared first on Channels Television.

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