2 h. ago ‘₦47bn Annual Electricity Bill Unsustainable’, Again, Federal Gov’t Defends ₦10bn Aso Rock Solar Power Project

The Federal Government has once again emphasised its decision to install solar panels at the Aso Rock Villa, maintaining that it was unsustainable to continue to pay about ₦47 billion yearly in electricity bills for the Seat of Power. The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Mustapha Abdulahi, said the huge amount […]

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5 h. ago First Lady declares malaria national emergency on World Malaria Day 2025

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja On World Malaria Day 2025, First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, issued a strong call to action, declaring malaria not just a public health issue but a national emergency for Nigeria. Speaking on April 25, she emphasized that Nigeria bears the heaviest global burden of malaria and urged renewed efforts to […] The post First Lady declares malaria national emergency on World Malaria Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Guinness World Record Fight: Bash Ali Wants Tinubu To Reconstitute Organizing Committee

Former World Boxing Federation Cruiserweight Champion, Bashiru Lawrence Ali, aka Bash Ali, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently re-inaugurate the Bash Ali Boxing Project Local Organizing Committee (LOC) to prevent the derailment of what could be Africa’s first-ever Guinness World Record Boxing Championship GWRBC) in Nigeria. Addressing a world press conference yesterday […]

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12 h. ago N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Director-General, Energy Commission of Nigeria, ECN, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi has described the Federal Government’s approval of a N10 billion solar power project for the Presidential Villa, as a testament for transparent governance and nation building. This is contained in a statement he made available to journalists in Abuja. The statement […] The post N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Unsold 92m barrels of crude puts Nigeria’s N19.6trn oil revenue at risk

Nigeria’s oil sector, the lifeblood of its economy, is grappling with a burgeoning crisis as a staggering 92 million barrels read more Unsold 92m barrels of crude puts Nigeria’s N19.6trn oil revenue at risk

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31 h. ago FG, CREDICORP launch N5bn solar initiative to empower women nationwide

The federal government, through the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), has launched a N5 billion clean energy initiative aimed at providing affordable access to solar home systems for women across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas. Themed “PowerHer 774 – End Energy Poverty for Women,” the project aims at enabling women to access local renewable energy […] The post FG, CREDICORP launch N5bn solar initiative to empower women nationwide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Federal Gov’t, Stakeholders To Grant 3m Women Access To Renewable Energy Credit

The federal government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs, and in collaboration with the Nigeria Consumer Credit Corporation (CrediCorp), among others, will grant 3 million Nigerian women access to N5 million worth of renewable energy credit. Themed, “PowerHer 774 – End Energy Poverty for Women,” the project aims at enabling women access local renewable energy […]

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41 h. ago Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a high-level virtual dialogue yesterday, President Bola Tinubu urged world leaders to act decisively on the escalating global climate crisis, emphasising that the time for climate action is not tomorrow but now. In a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President called for unity, courage […] The post Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms

• As Tinubu unveils energy transition plan   By Uche Usim and Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the federal government to ensure that energy subsidy reforms are inclusive and do not disproportionately burden poor and vulnerable Nigerians. The caution comes as President Bola Tinubu officially unveiled Nigeria’s energy transition plan […] The post IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security

President Bola Tinubu expressed grave concern about the worsening security situation in Nigeria, telling the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and other security chiefs that “enough is enough.” This statement followed a closed-door meeting on Wednesday where the President discussed the country’s security challenges with top security officials. In a press briefing following […] The post NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Nigeria’s Climate Plan Will Unlock $2.5bn In Carbon Credits — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has urged world leaders to demonstrate unity, courage, and sustained commitment in addressing the worsening global climate crisis. Speaking on Wednesday during a high-level virtual dialogue on climate and the just transition, President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to forging a paradigm shift in which climate action and economic growth advance together, not […]

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48 h. ago Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s bold energy transition plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged global leaders to act swiftly on the climate crisis during a virtual dialogue co-hosted by UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. In a statement by Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said, “The time for climate action is not tomorrow; it […] The post Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s bold energy transition plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Tinubu urges bold reforms as ECOWAS grapples with member exits

President Bola Tinubu has called for sweeping reforms within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), stressing that the read more Tinubu urges bold reforms as ECOWAS grapples with member exits

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52 h. ago Contractors Send SoS Message To Tinubu Over Alleged Delayed Payment

Contractors have called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene over allegation that their payments were being delayed after execution of their various projects since 2024. Some of the contractors claimed that they had been given payment vouchers some weeks ago, indicating that they have been paid but later discovered that there were no cash-backing to […]

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52 h. ago Benue Killings: “We Need FG’s Help, Not State Of Emergency” – Gov Alia Cries Out

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia has called on President Bola Tinubu’s government over the rising case of insecurity affecting the state. Speaking on Wednesday during an interview with Arise TV, Governor Alia said that the security issues in the state is not beyond his control, but needs more help from the federal government to end […] The post Benue Killings: “We Need FG’s Help, Not State Of Emergency” – Gov Alia Cries Out appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Coalition seeks Tinubu’s Intervention on rising tensions in Niger Delta

By Lukman Olabiyi A coalition of over 130 pan-Yoruba groups under the banner of the Alliance for Yoruba Democratic Movements (AYDM), has called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to avert a looming crisis in the Niger Delta . The group warned that the current political and economic marginalization of the Itsekiri people […] The post Coalition seeks Tinubu’s Intervention on rising tensions in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Climate change crisis: UN Secretary General to meet Tinubu, other global leaders

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, will on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in a virtual closed-door meeting, interact with Heads of State and Government to discuss the strengthening of global efforts to tackle the climate crisis and accelerate a just energy transition.  Speaking during a virtual press conference with selected […] The post Climate change crisis: UN Secretary General to meet Tinubu, other global leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria to become full petroleum exporting country in two years – PETROAN

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has projected that Nigeria will become a full petroleum exporting read more Nigeria to become full petroleum exporting country in two years – PETROAN

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3 d. ago Building Nigeria’s energy future depends on fair play and not monopoly

Nigeria stands at a crossroads. The recent rise of the Dangote refinery, a $20 billion marvel of engineering capable of read more Building Nigeria’s energy future depends on fair play and not monopoly

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3 d. ago Stakeholders to discuss Nigeria’s clean energy future at CADEF’s workshop

By Chinenye Anuforo The transition to clean energy is paramount for Nigeria’s sustainable development, offering a pathway to energy security, environmental preservation, and economic growth. Recognizing this critical need, the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF), a non-profit committed to consumer rights and empowerment, is set to host a significant Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Stakeholders’ […] The post Stakeholders to discuss Nigeria’s clean energy future at CADEF’s workshop appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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