6 h. 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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6 h. ago Atiku Celebrates Worker’s Day, Slams Tinubu’s Govt’s Poor Welfare For Civil Servants

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has commended Nigeria workers over their resilience spirit amid economic challenge facing the country. In a statement to mark 2025 Workers’ Day on Thursday, Atiku noted that workers play a key role in helping the nation to grow and succeed. He called on Federal Government to see civil servants, not […] The post Atiku Celebrates Worker’s Day, Slams Tinubu’s Govt’s Poor Welfare For Civil Servants appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago May Day: TY Buratai Foundation urges Tinubu to increase workers’ minimum wage

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has urged President Bola Tinubu to raise the minimum wage in 2025 under the Renewed Hope Agenda to help workers meet the high socio-economic demands of daily life. The Foundation also extended warm regards to Nigeria’s labour force, encouraging their commitment to national development as […] The post May Day: TY Buratai Foundation urges Tinubu to increase workers’ minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago First Lady celebrates Nigerian workers as “backbone of development” on 2025 Workers’ Day

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja On Workers’ Day 2025, Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, praised the nation’s workforce as the “driving force behind our nation’s progress”. In a heartfelt message, she commended workers’ resilience across formal and informal sectors, recognising their vital role in the country’s development. “Across all sectors, whether public or private, formal or […] The post First Lady celebrates Nigerian workers as “backbone of development” on 2025 Workers’ Day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago May Day: Textile workers laud FG for establishing Textile Development Board

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna As Nigeria workers celebrate the 2025 Workers Day the National Union of Textile Garment and Tailoring Workers of Nigeria (NUTGTWN) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration for the establishment of the Textile and Garment Development Board This was contained in a Statement signed by Peters Godonu and Ali Baba, President […] The post May Day: Textile workers laud FG for establishing Textile Development Board appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute

By Philip Nwosu   The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has spotlighted the untapped power of the blue economy as a critical driver for Nigeria’s sustainable development, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to unlock its vast potential. Speaking at the opening of the Institute’s Senior Executive Course on Maritime Security and Global Trade, […] The post Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NAF’s first serving AVM promoted to professor, reaffirms R&D commitment

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Governing Council of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has appointed Air Vice Marshal (AVM) OC Ubadike as Professor of Aerospace Engineering, marking him as the first serving Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officer to achieve this rank. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame described […] The post NAF’s first serving AVM promoted to professor, reaffirms R&D commitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. 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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1 week ago Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms

By Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has secured the approval of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its certification programs. This serves as part of its efforts to enhance professional capacity and credibility within the nation’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson […] The post Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bank recapitalisation holds key to unlocking Nigeria’s $1trn economy

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) decision to embark on recapitalisation of banks was to align monetary, fiscal policies with read more Bank recapitalisation holds key to unlocking Nigeria’s $1trn economy

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1 week ago Nigerian Petroleum Engineers Institute To Drive Oil Industry Growth

The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has announced plans to rebrand as the Nigerian Institute of Petroleum and Gas Engineers, as part of a strategic move to enhance professionalism and drive growth in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson of NiPeTE, Engr. Prisca Kanebi, disclosed this […]

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2 w. ago NASENI’s NEDDI: Leading Nigeria’s Advancement In Engineering Innovation And Capital Goods Development

In an era characterized by rapid technological progress and industrial transformation, Nigeria is boldly forging ahead towards self-reliance and global competitiveness. At the forefront of this paradigm shift is the Nigerian Engineering Design Development Institute (NEDDI), one of the 12 divisions of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), entrusted with the task […]

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2 w. ago Enugu varsity commits to Tinubu’s 120,000 healthcare workers goal

The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu has reiterated its determination to contribute its quota to deliver President Bola Tinubu’s mandate on training 120,000 qualified healthcare workers in 16 months, nationwide. Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof John Emaimo stated this during its first matriculation ceremony at the Trans-Ekulu campus, in Enugu, on Monday. Read More

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2 w. ago ‘Our Efforts To Boost Oyo’s Economy Through Tourism Paying Off’

Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde has declared that the state is committed to expanding its economy through tourism, noting that tourism remains a key cornerstone in the administration’s economic strategy. This was as the governor maintained that the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, would receive a wide-bodied aircraft before the end of the year, […]

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2 w. ago Our Efforts To Boost Oyo Economy Via Tourism Paying Off —Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared that the state was well on course with its commitment to expanding the economy through tourism as a key cornerstone in the administration’s economic strategy. This is as the Governor assured that the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, will receive a wide-bodied aircraft before the end of […]

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3 w. ago ‘I was sleeping in Canada when destiny called,’ says Alaafin

Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, has recounted the surprising and humbling journey that led to his emergence as the monarch of the historic Yoruba kingdom. Speaking in an interview published in the Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, the engineer-turned-king revealed that he never actively sought the throne and was not politically Read More

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3 w. ago ‘African animation can unlock billions in untapped creative value, establish itself as global powerhouse in storytelling’

Nissi Ogulu is a trailblazing Nigerian singer-songwriter, engineer, and founder of Creele Animation Studios. She is revolutionising the landscape of read more ‘African animation can unlock billions in untapped creative value, establish itself as global powerhouse in storytelling’

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4 w. ago NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM

Tribune Online NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Association of Professional Women Engineers in Nigeria (APWEN), NNPC Limited Chapter, on Thursday called on stakeholders to prioritise the education of girls and advance the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for more female students. NSE, APWEN urge stakeholders to prioritise girl’s education, STEM Tribune Online

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4 w. ago It took Nigeria 40yrs to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw, says minister 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja   Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adekola Adelabu has recalled that it took Nigeria nearly 40 years to move from 2000 megawatts in 1984 to 4000 megawatts as at 2022.   Adelabu made the remark during the visit of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), led by its president, Engineer Margret […] The post It took Nigeria 40yrs to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw, says minister  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago It took Nigeria 40 years to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw – Minister 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja   Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adekola Adelabu has recalled that it took Nigeria nearly 40 years to move from 2000 megawatts in 1984 to 4000 megawatts in 2022. Adelabu made the remark during the visit of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), led by its president, Engineer Margret Aina Oguntala […] The post It took Nigeria 40 years to increase generation from 2000mw to 4000mw – Minister  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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