25 h. ago Lawan denies involvement in arrest of critic over Gashua Water Project

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senator Ahmad Lawan’s office has firmly denied any role in the reported arrest of Ishe’u Ibrahim Jadda, a constituent allegedly detained by the Department of State Services (DSS) for criticising the Gashua Water Supply Project. A press statement issued by Dr Ezrel Tabiowo, Media Adviser to the Yobe North Senator, described […] The post Lawan denies involvement in arrest of critic over Gashua Water Project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago PPP key to drive shoe, garment for paramilitary agencies – ICRC

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) has stated that the Federal Government’s Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiative in the shoe and garment sector can meet a significant portion of the uniform needs for Nigeria’s paramilitary agencies. This aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive to prioritise locally produced goods under his […] The post PPP key to drive shoe, garment for paramilitary agencies – ICRC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Tinubu Prioritising Water Supply To Abuja Satellite Towns – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has said the provision of water to Abuja satellite towns was dear to the heart of President Bola Tinubu. Wike stated this after he inspected some projects in Abuja on Friday while responding to a question about his recent visit to China. The minister […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Commissions N5.73bn Water Supply Scheme In Yobe

The federal government has commissioned the 3,200 million litres per day (MLD) Gashua Water Supply Scheme in Bade local government area of Yobe State, a step toward improving access to clean and safe water in the country’s North East. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, officially inaugurated the facility on behalf of […]

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4 d. ago Silica Sand Excavation Threatens Water Supply In Kano Communities

The ongoing excavation of silica sand along the northern bank of River Wudil is posing a serious threat to the Wudil Regional Water Supply Scheme, endangering the availability of potable water in Wudil, Gaya, and parts of Warawa and Dawakin Kudu local government areas of Kano State. The Kano State Water Board raised the alarm […]

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1 week ago Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)  Nyeson Wike, is enroute to China for a series of official engagements toward read more Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

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1 week ago Wike Visits China Over Potable Water Supply In FCT Satellite Communities

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is currently on a diplomatic mission to China as part of efforts to address water supply challenges in the FCT’s satellite towns. According to his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Thursday he stated, “Wike is presently in Dubai, […] The post Wike Visits China Over Potable Water Supply In FCT Satellite Communities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns

Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has embarked on a diplomatic mission to China to meet with China Geo-Engineering Corporation Overseas Construction (CGCOC) Group officials. The visit, announced on Thursday, May 1, aims to expedite potable water supply to satellite towns, including Gwagwalada, Kwali, and Kuje Area Councils. Senior Special Assistant […] The post Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian workers on Workers’ Day, Thursday, May 1, 2025. In a message posted on his official X account @officialABAT, the president described workers as the “engine of our economy and the secret to our nation’s growth”, pledging sustained collaboration […] The post Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Wike inspects Kabusa roads, vows satellite town development by May

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on Saturday inspected ongoing road construction projects in Kabusa/Ketti and Kabusa/Takushara, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). The promised their inauguration by May 2025, marking President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary. During the tour of the 10.5-kilometre Kabusa/Ketti and 9.8-kilometre Kabusa/Takushara roads, Wike stressed the focus on satellite towns. […] The post Wike inspects Kabusa roads, vows satellite town development by May appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu Prioritising IDPs’ Welfare Ahead Kampala Convention Domestication, Kalu Tells UN

The Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has assured the United Nations (UN) that President Bola Tinubu’s administration was taking deliberate and effective steps to address the plight of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the country. He gave the assurance during a high-level United Nations Special Online event on […]

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