7 h. ago Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri

…As Monarch Alloy opens plant in Lagos By Kehinde Aderemi President Bola Tinubu is committed to creating jobs and adding value in the oil and gas sector of Nigeria. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, made the disclosure in Lagos during the commissioning of Monarch Alloy Limited Oil and Gas Pipe Coating […] The post Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerian workers and ensuring fair labour practices amid growing economic challenges in the country. The President, who was represented by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, made this known at the inaugural Quadrennial Delegates Conference […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare at TUC quadrennial conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Local production of oil pipelines ‘ll complement foreign importation – FG

The Federal Government has vowed to continue to encourage the development and sustainability of oil and gas local content production. The Minister of Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, stated this on Thursday during the launch of Monarch Alloys 33LPE and concrete weight coating facility in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. According to Lokpobiri, the […] The post Local production of oil pipelines ‘ll complement foreign importation – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago ‘I Am Honoured, Excited’, Dangote Reacts To World Bank Appointment

The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has confirmed his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, which is responsible for enhancing investment and creating jobs in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, Dangote reiterated his dedication to promoting sustainable economic growth through private sector-driven investments, emphasising […]

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25 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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26 h. ago Dangote Joins World Bank’s Investment Lab To Boost Job Creation

President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has been appointed to the World Bank Group’s Private Sector Investment Lab (PSIL) the group moved into the next phase of its focus on implementing large-scale, job-generating investments in emerging markets. The PSIL has identified five strategic pillars—regulatory and policy certainty, political risk guarantees, foreign […]

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26 h. ago N/Delta Oil Communities Facing Extinction From Gas Flaring, Spills, NGOs Warn

As Nigeria joined the rest of the international community to commemorate the World Earth Day (WED), a coalition of non governmental organisations (NGOs) have drawn the attention of the federal government and other subnational authorities to the plights of residents of oil communities in the Niger Delta region. The Network Advancement Program for Poverty and […]

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30 h. ago CVFF: Shipowner urges focus on indigenous ownership, job creation boost

…Faults 2% levy on vessel docking By Steve Agbota A shipowner, Tunji Brown, has advocated the elimination of the waiver clause in Nigeria’s maritime regulations, urging its replacement with a “right of first refusal” provision to strengthen indigenous participation in the sector. Addressing journalists in Lagos yesterday, Brown, who formerly served as Secretary General and […] The post CVFF: Shipowner urges focus on indigenous ownership, job creation boost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Tinubu Commited To Affordable Housing For Nigerians — Minister

President Bola Tinubu-led federal government is committed to guarantee that Nigerians have access to accommodation at reduced cost, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa has stated. Dangiwa said President Tinubu has undertaken significant action plan towards addressing housing deficit with a view to reducing cost of accommodation in Nigeria. The minister state […]

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59 h. ago Tinubu Disburses N50bn To Settle ASUU, University Staff Allowances

The Nigerian government has released N50 billion to settle outstanding earned allowances for academic and non-academic staff in federal universities. This move was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa on Wednesday, who confirmed that the release was part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to resolving long-standing issues between the government and university […] The post Tinubu Disburses N50bn To Settle ASUU, University Staff Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 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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3 d. ago Census Committee’s Task To Ensure Adequate Funding, Planning, Bagudu Clarifies

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said yesterday in Abuja that the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census is an ad hoc technical body established to identify funding sources for the upcoming enumeration of Nigerians. He spoke at the committee’s inaugural meeting, which was inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu last week, […]

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3 d. ago Bagudu clarifies committee’s task, says it’s to ensure adequate funding, planning for census

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said yesterday in Abuja that the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census was an adhoc technical body established to identify funding sources for the upcoming enumeration of Nigerians. He spoke at the committee’s inaugural meeting, which was inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu last week, to […] The post Bagudu clarifies committee’s task, says it’s to ensure adequate funding, planning for census appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigerians In Diaspora Laud Tinubu, Komolafe Over Reforms In Oil, Gas Sector

The Nigerians in Diaspora Groups has praised President Bola Tinubu and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, for their transformative leadership and commitment to transparency in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. In a statement issued on Monday, David Matthew Akpambu, Global President of the Nigerians in […]

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3 d. ago Resign Now, Analyst Urges Defence Minister Over Rising Insecurity

Security consultant and public affairs analyst, Opialu Fabian, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fighting insecurity in Nigeria, noting that the budgetary provision for security sector is the highest in history. However, Fabian criticised the President’s appointees, saying they had not done well in addressing the issue. “The President has done well. The budgetary […]

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3 d. ago How competition, importation can stimulate downstream sector

As the downstream oil and gas sector continues to face challenges of underperformance, infrastructure deficits, and low investment, industry experts read more How competition, importation can stimulate downstream sector

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3 d. ago Experts advise NNPCL boss on industry reform to enhance investor confidence

Oil and gas experts have asked the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL), read more Experts advise NNPCL boss on industry reform to enhance investor confidence

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4 d. ago Securing Nigeria’s future: Combating cyber threats, Fraud, and boosting job creation

As Nigeria navigates the escalating wave of cyber attacks and Ponzi schemes, the critical juncture of technological vulnerabilities and financial read more Securing Nigeria’s future: Combating cyber threats, Fraud, and boosting job creation

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5 d. ago Tinubu’s youth commitment unprecedented, says presidential aide

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to youth development is unmatched, according to Abdulaziz Abdulaziz, Senior Special Assistant on Print Media. Speaking at the graduation of an ICT training he sponsored for youths and students in Fagge, Kano State, Abdulaziz praised Tinubu’s focus on empowering young Nigerians. He said, “Mr President has prioritised […] The post Tinubu’s youth commitment unprecedented, says presidential aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Government plans to diversify its economy by investing in tourism to create jobs and boost revenue. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Dr Anieti Nsewo Udofia announced this in Uyo during World Heritage Day on April 18, themed “Heritage Under Threat From Disaster and Conflict”. Udofia revealed that […] The post Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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