2 h. ago Nigeria records boost in social protection as UNICEF, EU, ILO, launch €13m initiative

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance Nigeria’s social protection landscape, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the International Labour Organisation (ILO), and the European Union (EU) have launched the “Supporting Sustainable Social Protection Systems in Nigeria” (SUSI) project. The SUSI project, funded by the EU at €13 million ($14,071,200), aims to deliver […] The post Nigeria records boost in social protection as UNICEF, EU, ILO, launch €13m initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago I remain in APC, will popularise it, Buhari declares amid defections

Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress, stating that he remains a committed member and will do everything within his power to strengthen the party. This is amidst growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. In a Thursday statement released by his former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, on Wednesday, Read More

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3 h. ago Governor Bala Mohammed Declares Readiness To Work With Peter Obi

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi has expressed willingness to work with Peter Obi, the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, in a move aimed at strengthening opposition politics ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Mohammed expressed his willingness to work with Obi to strengthen opposition politics ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking after […] The post Governor Bala Mohammed Declares Readiness To Work With Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Blackout Hits Bayelsa, Rivers As Vandals Destroy 4 Power Towers

Residents of Bayelsa and Rivers States are facing another round of power blackouts due to vandalisation of four electricity transmission towers along the Owerri-Ahoada 132kv Double Circuit line. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), which made this known, said four of its towers along the Owerri-Ahoada 132kv Double Circuit line were vandalised, resulting in their […]

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3 h. ago Gov Bago Reserves All Vice Chairmanship Positions For Women In Niger LG Elections

Niger State Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago has made a groundbreaking move by reserving all vice-chairmanship positions in the 25 local government areas for women in the upcoming local government elections. This decision aims to promote women’s inclusion in governance, addressing their long-standing marginalization despite significant contributions to society. Speaking to news men on Thursday, Governor […] The post Gov Bago Reserves All Vice Chairmanship Positions For Women In Niger LG Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago A multidimensional analysis of gender, power, and governance in Nigeria (1)

The unfolding saga involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central Senatorial District) and Senate President Godswill Akpabio (Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial read more A multidimensional analysis of gender, power, and governance in Nigeria (1)

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4 h. ago Varsities to get N2.8bn, polys N1.9bn as TETFund announces 2025 intervention

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund on Thursday announced the disbursement of the 2025 intervention cycle to public tertiary institutions in the country. According to the Executive Secretary of the Fund, Sonny Echono, each university will get the sum of N2.8bn; polytechnics to get N1.9bn and Colleges of Education to get N2.1bn. The Executive Secretary of Read More

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6 h. ago New Oyo CP unveils strategy to fight crime, ensure public safety

The 47th Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Johnson Adenola, on Thursday, rolled out a plan to dislodge criminal elements in the 33 local government areas of the state. He made this known at the maiden press briefing, held at the police headquarters, Eleyele in Ibadan, the state capital. Adenola promised that the institution would Read More

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6 h. ago Nigeria must improve current varsities instead of adding more – Minister

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has attributed the proliferation of universities to mounting pressure from lawmakers. Alausa spoke at the third edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja on Thursday. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Federal Government is under increasing pressure to reform the country’s education sector. NAN Read More

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6 h. ago Breakup saga: Solomon Buchi advises Oluwadolarz’s fiancée to move on

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian writer and influencer Solomon Buchi has encouraged Oluwadolarz’s fiancee to move on following an infidelity scandal. The influencer’s advice came after a viral video of Oluwadolarz’s mother pleading with her son’s fiancee, Ifeluv, not to leave him. Ifeluv had announced her breakup with Oluwadolarz, who is also her baby daddy, due […] The post Breakup saga: Solomon Buchi advises Oluwadolarz’s fiancée to move on appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ‘Save Yourself From Lifetime Of Misery’ – Solomon Buchi Advises Oluwadolarz Fiancée To Move On

Nigerian writer and influencer Solomon Buchi has advised OluwaDolarz’s fiancée, Ife Luv, to end her relationship with the skitmaker, warning that staying with him could lead to a lifetime of regret and emotional distress. Ife Luv, who shares a child with OluwaDolarz, recently took to social media to expose his alleged infidelity. She accused him […] The post ‘Save Yourself From Lifetime Of Misery’ – Solomon Buchi Advises Oluwadolarz Fiancée To Move On appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Ondo surveyors knock govt over colleagues’ kidnap, demand improved security

The Ondo State chapter of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors  has berated the state government over its handling of security concerns following the recent abduction of nine surveyors in Ilu Abo community, the Akure North Local Government Area. The victims were reportedly whisked away by gunmen last week while carrying out a survey at a Read More

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7 h. ago Quakery is the biggest threat to Nigeria’s building industry – Ewa

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Bldr Alderton Ewa, the National President of the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB), says quackery remains the biggest threat to the building industry in Nigeria. Bldr Ewa disclosed this in Calabar during an address to mark the 2025 Builders Day. This year’s Builders Day is themed: ‘Builders’ Role in Effective Building […] The post Quakery is the biggest threat to Nigeria’s building industry – Ewa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 245 Creative Agency, Skechers Nigeria Host ‘Accelerate Action’ Dinner Party To Mark IWD

245 Creative Agency, in partnership with Skechers Nigeria, has hosted an exclusive International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 dinner party, themed “Accelerate Action.” This elegant and empowering evening brought together trailblazing women across industries to celebrate progress, foster meaningful conversations, and highlight the collective power of action. The event, supported by Femme Africa and Hikky’s Hair, […]

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7 h. ago Trump Threatens 200% Tariff On European Alcohol As Trade War With EU Escalates

The ongoing trade dispute between the United States and the European Union (EU) took a dramatic turn on Thursday as President Donald Trump threatened to impose a massive 200% tariff on European alcoholic beverages. The move came in response to the EU’s newly announced 50% tariff on American whiskey, a retaliatory measure against Trump’s steel […]

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8 h. ago Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members

Tribune Online Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members Surveyors in Ondo state under the auspices of Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) have expressed deep concern over the increase in incidents of kidnapping involving their members in the state. Ondo: Surveyors lament increasing rate of insecurity, condemns kidnap of members Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Senate passes vote of confidence in Akpabio amid Natasha controversy

On Thursday, the Red Chamber passed a vote of confidence in the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, amid the controversy trailing sexual harassment allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The vote of confidence in Akpabio’s leadership was passed after Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, moved a motion on the recent controversy surrounding the upper chamber under […] The post Senate passes vote of confidence in Akpabio amid Natasha controversy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Soludo applauds Dunamis church for orderly crusade, refunds venue fee

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has commended the Dunamis International Gospel Centre for conducting what he described as a “quintessential evangelism” during its recent crusade at the Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, without obstructing public movement or causing inconvenience to road users. Impressed by the orderliness of the event, Soludo announced a refund of Read More

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11 h. ago Move Nigeria away from consumer to production economy, PFN tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Move Nigeria away from consumer to production economy, PFN tells Tinubu The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to move the country away from a consumer economy to a production economy, ensuring that Nigeria is able to manufacture what its citizens use or consume, including clothes, food, and cars. Move Nigeria away from consumer to production economy, PFN tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Kwara Moves To Reduce Maternal Mortality Rate, Trains 25 Medical Personnel

The Kwara State government has organised special training programme for 25 medical personnel on comprehensive emergency obstetric and newborn care (CEMONC) to aid the safety of mother and child during childbirth. LEADERSHIP reports that the training programme was geared towards reducing maternal mortality rate in the state. At the flagg-off of the 14- day training […]

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