51 m. ago Prioritise Trade Facilitation To Boost Productive Sector, Manufacturers Urge Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called on the government to prioritise improved trade facilitation measures to address the current constraints hindering the optimum peformance of the productive  sector. The Association stated this, while expressing deep concerns over reported plans by the Nigeria Customs Service to reintroduce the four per cent Free-on-Board Levy. They […]

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10 h. ago Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Tuesday, April 29, celebrated creativity in the civil service by awarding N12 million to winners of the 5th Annual Federal Public Service Innovation Competition. The Carpooling Team, a group of five civil servants, clinched the top prize of N5 million for their digital carpooling platform designed to […] The post Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Adamawa govt approves recruitment of 4,000 into civil service

In an effort to tackle unemployment and boost economic growth, the Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved the read more Adamawa govt approves recruitment of 4,000 into civil service

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14 h. ago Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of four Federal Permanent Secretaries to enhance the Federal Civil Service’s operations and improve service delivery across key ministries. The move aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to boost efficiency and foster innovation in the civil service. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the […] The post Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry Attracts More Investment, Expansion

  Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry is attracting exponential private sector-led investment drive, indicating positive policy initiatives by the federal government. The current policy drive was spuring private sector investment, especially in the downstream oil industry. This is coming as Sunbeth Energies Limited has commenced key investment drive to boost Nigeria’s energy sector growth. The firm has […]

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29 h. ago New tomato, pepper varieties to boost farmers’ earnings, food security –NIHORT

By Chinyere Anyanwu                                   neveralonewitu@gmail.com The introduction of four new, high-yielding tomato and pepper varieties by the National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT) is rekindling optimism of huge harvests among farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The Executive Director, NIHORT, Prof. Mohammed […] The post New tomato, pepper varieties to boost farmers’ earnings, food security –NIHORT appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Excitement at ‘The Initiates Plc’ as Nigeria’s waste management sector eyes big boost ahead LGA autonomy

…Investors approve sourcing of more capital Firms in the waste management industry seem to target a boost as new opportunities read more Excitement at ‘The Initiates Plc’ as Nigeria’s waste management sector eyes big boost ahead LGA autonomy

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55 h. ago Nigerian firms urged to improve governance to access capital

Nigerian businesses must strengthen their corporate governance structures to boost investor confidence and secure the much-needed capital, experts have said. read more Nigerian firms urged to improve governance to access capital

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64 h. ago Soludo committed to workers welfare in Anambra – Ezenwaka, State Civil Service Commission boss

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Chairman, Anambra State Civil Service Commission, Anambra State, Tony Ezenwaka has stated that the Prof Chukwuma Soludo led administration in Anambra State is committed to workers welfare. Ezenwaka spoke when the Anambra State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress,NLC, Comrade Humphrey Emeka Nwafor paid him a solidarity visit. Ezenwaka, a union […] The post Soludo committed to workers welfare in Anambra – Ezenwaka, State Civil Service Commission boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving N50 billion to federal universities to settle outstanding earned allowances for the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and non-academic staff. ASUU has long clashed with the federal government over unpaid allowances outlined in their Memorandum […] The post NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Steel Sector Gets Major Boost As Minister Commissions 2 Plants In Lagos

The minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, on Tuesday commissioned two major facilities in Lagos State: Orbit Galvanising Steel Industries Limited and Orbit Fabrication Works Limited. Audu described the event as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its steel fabrication sub-sector, noting that the development marks a crucial step forward […]

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8 d. ago Presidency engages media to boost agric reporting, food security

The Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) recently convened a strategic dialogue with leading Media Houses and Agricultural Journalists in read more Presidency engages media to boost agric reporting, food security

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9 d. ago Agricultural Commodity Associations Unite To Boost Food Security

The leadership of various Agricultural Commodity Associations in Nigeria convened in Abuja for their inaugural joint meeting, where they reaffirmed their commitment to advancing food security and national development through strategic collaboration. The high-level meeting over the weekend brought together key stakeholders nationwide, including Engr. Aminu Muhammad, President of the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework

By Adewale Sanyaolu   The federal government and the United Kingdom are collaborating to enhance regulatory innovation and capacity development in Nigeria’s gas sector, with a focus on domestic utilisation, regional energy integration, gas-to-power projects, expansion of infrastructure through targeted investment and innovation, including pipelines and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) networks. The strategic partnership was […] The post Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

The Federal Government has announced a major mining investment deal projected to inject $1.3 billion into Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, read more Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

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1 week ago Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors

Osun State has attracted a major financial commitment from the United Kingdom as Governor Ademola Adeleke secured a $100 million investment deal during a recent economic mission abroad. The agreement, signed with British investors, marks a significant milestone in the state’s effort to boost development across multiple sectors. According to a statement issued by Adeleke’s […] The post Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago INEC chair urges African youths to promote peaceful elections

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has urged African youths to play an active role in ensuring peaceful and credible elections across the continent. Yakubu made this call on Tuesday during a lecture at the Civil Service University in The Gambia, according to a statement by the commission on Wednesday. Read More

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2 w. ago Cormart To Launch Advanced Cold Storage Facility To Boost Food, Pharma Sectors

Cormart Nigeria Limited, a leading provider of chemical and food raw material solutions and part of TGI Group, is poised to open its cutting-edge cold storage facility to reduce food waste, preserve perishables, and improve pharmaceutical storage across Nigeria. With the country facing significant post-harvest losses due to inadequate storage, this facility offers 3,000 MT […]

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2 w. ago ‘No job offers yet,’ civil service commission disowns viral recruitment list

The Federal Civil Service Commission has disowned what it called a fictitious candidates’ shortlists circulating online, declaring that the information did not emanate from the commission. In a post by the Chairman, FCSC, Tunji Olaopa on X on Sunday to disclaim the recruitment, he said those online publications are fictitious and should be disregarded. ‘The Read More

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2 w. ago FCSC Alerts Job Seekers To Fraudulent Recruitment Advertorials

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has issued an urgent warning regarding a misleading publication that is circulating on various social media platforms. In a statement signed by Taiwo Hassan on behalf of FCSC chairman, the Commission addressed the false communication claiming to inform candidates that they have been shortlisted for FCSC job recruitments that […]

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