70 m. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has appointed a Chinese national, Li Zhensheng, as the Economic Adviser to the state government. The appointment was formally announced on Thursday during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Bauchi State Government and the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, held in Bauchi. According to Governor […] The post Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National Li Zhensheng As Economic Adviser appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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74 m. ago PICTORIAL: NCoS Promotes 30 Senior Officers To Assistant Controller

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has elevated thirty senior officers to the rank of Assistant Controller-General of Corrections (ACG) in a ceremony held at the Service’s National Headquarters in Abuja. Controller-General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, who decorated the officers, hailed their “dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment” to the Service. He stressed that the […]

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81 m. ago Nigeria Condemns Canadian Court’s Labelling Of APC, PDP As Terrorist Groups

The Nigerian government has denounced the designation of some political parties as terrorist organisations by a Canadian Federal Court. Nigeria described the it as a baseless classification and an unacceptable interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs and democratic process. A statement on Friday by the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ibienfa, said the […]

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2 h. ago Reclaiming Africa’s Medical Tourism Legacy: A New Era Of Healthcare Excellence

Nigeria was a prime medical tourism hub in the 1960s. It is hard to believe but no less true. The destination, usually for both the rich and even royalty, was the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan. But so much has changed since then. Every year, countless Nigerians and other African elite travel to Europe, India and Saudi […]

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3 h. ago Afrobasket 2025: D’Tigers Crush Defending Champions Tunisia 87–66 In Group B Clash

Nigeria’s D’Tigers delivered a resounding victory over defending champions Tunisia, in their second Group B clash at the FIBA AfroBasket 2025. The Nigerians dominated the match, winning 87-66 and maintaining their strong campaign in the tournament. The game began with Nigeria taking an early lead, 29-16, in the first quarter. Despite Tunisia’s efforts to close […]

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3 h. ago LeapSchool Develops Nigerian Youth Capacity For Future Of Work

Over 1,000 secondary and tertiary education students are currently receiving technological training from LeapSchool to equip them with the modern skills to thrive in today’s competitive global marketplace. LeapSchool, a subsidiary of CareerLeap Africa, is providing bold, future-focused solution — equipping Nigerian youth with world-class tech and business skills that open doors to job opportunities, […]

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4 h. ago Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National As Economic Adviser

The governor noted that the partnership aligns with the diplomatic framework between President Xi Jinping of China and President Tinubu. The post Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Chinese National As Economic Adviser appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Firm Expands Market Access With Tokenised Stocks For Nigerian Traders

Bitget, a global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has introduced tokenised stocks to Nigerian investors through its Onchain platform, following an integration with xStocks. The move allows Nigerian crypto users to access shares of multinational companies via a blockchain-based interface without relying on traditional brokerage channels. Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer of Bitget, said the […]

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4 h. ago Police Arrest Fake Eye Doctor Using Olive Oil Concoctions As Cure

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a fake medical doctor, claiming to be a specialist in the treatment of eye problems. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Friday in Uyo, said the arrest followed credible intelligence from concerned members of the […]

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5 h. ago Federal Gov’t Targets Full Digitalisation Of Civil Service By December

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack has announced that the federal government was on track to fully digitise all core civil service processes by December 31, 2025, as part of ongoing reforms to enhance efficiency and transparency. Walson-Jack made this known on Friday in Abuja during the inaugural […]

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5 h. ago Ajibade: Super Falcons yet to receive $100,000 reward promised by Tinubu government

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has disclosed that the team is yet to receive the $100,000 reward and other benefits read more Ajibade: Super Falcons yet to receive $100,000 reward promised by Tinubu government

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6 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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6 h. ago Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull

From Tony Osauzo, Be+)%nin The Bishop of the Auchi Diocese of the Catholic Church, Bishop Gabriel Dunia, yesterday, called on President Bola Tinubu, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and all security agencies in the country to do the needful and help rescue two Seminarians abducted from the Catholic Immaculate Conception Minor Minor […] The post Catholic Bishop calls on Tinubu, Okpebholo to rescue 2 abducted Seminarians on viral video with human skull appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Catholic Diocese Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention Over Kidnap 2 Seminarians

The Catholic Diocese of Auchi in Edo State, on Friday, appealed to President Bola Tinubu, Governor Monday Okpebholo and security agencies to help with the release two seminarians of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Ivhianokpodi-Agenebode who were kidnapped 35 days ago on the night of Thursday 10th of July 2025. In a recent viral […]

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6 h. ago Alaafin Of Oyo Meets Speaker Abbas, IGP On Dev’t Of Yorubaland

As part of efforts to build stronger networks for the development of Yorubaland, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade 1, on Wednesday, met with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abass, in Abuja. The monarch, accompanied by his wife, Olori Abiwumi Owoade, and prominent Oyo sons including Prince Akeem Adeyemi, […]

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6 h. ago Niger To Arrest, Prosecute Boat Operators Without Life Jackets

The Niger State government has vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecuting boat operators who refuse to adhere to the usage of life jackets on their boats. The State Commissioner of Transport, Hajiya Hadiza Idris Kuta, stated this when he led a delegation to Guni in Munya local government area to condole with the families of […]

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7 h. ago Bauchi Governor appoints Chinese economist as adviser, seals investment partnership

Bala Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State, has appointed Li Zhensheng, Chinese national as his Special Adviser on economic matters. The read more Bauchi Governor appoints Chinese economist as adviser, seals investment partnership

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8 h. ago Surprise As AI Issues Unsolicited Certificate Of Recognition To Lebanese Engineer In Nigeria

A Lebanese engineer working in Nigeria, Mazen Kalassina, has become the subject of international curiosity after receiving a spontaneous certificate from an artificial intelligence (AI) system, an event some observers said was unprecedented. In June 2025, ChatGPT, a widely used AI language model, issued a Certificate of Distinction to Engr. Mazen Kalassina without any prompt […]

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8 h. ago ‘Rescue Kidnapped Seminarians’, Edo Bishop Tells Tinubu, Security Agencies

A viral video shows two young children clutching a human skull, crying, and pleading for their release while surrounded by gun-wielding men. The post ‘Rescue Kidnapped Seminarians’, Edo Bishop Tells Tinubu, Security Agencies appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Tinubu departs for Japan, Brazil ahead of Tokyo conference, state visit

President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Friday for a visit to Japan and Brazil. Tinubu was accompanied on the trip by government officials, including ministers and special advisers and will stop over in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, before proceeding to Japan. Speaking on the trip, presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said, “In Japan, President Tinubu will […] The post Tinubu departs for Japan, Brazil ahead of Tokyo conference, state visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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