15 m. ago UNICEF To Cut Workforce, Travels Over Stoppag Of USAID Funds By Trump

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has disclosed plans to reduce its workforce and travels as part of measures to mitigate the effect of the cut of USAID funding by President Donald Trump’s administration. UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Gilles Fagninou disclosed this on Monday during an assessment visit to some of […]

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18 m. ago IPMAN threatens to shut down operations in S’West over 30 arrested tankers in Lagos

By Oluseye Ojo The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) in the South West Zone has threatened to shut down operations in the zone, if the 30 arrested fuel-laden tankers in Lagos are not released. Chairman of IPMAN’s Western Zone, Chief Joseph Akanni, during an encounter with journalists in Ibadan on Monday, said the […] The post IPMAN threatens to shut down operations in S’West over 30 arrested tankers in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 m. ago Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader Pleads For N100m Ransom In Viral Video

Eniola Ojajuni, the National President of the Afenifere Youth Council, has made a desperate plea for help after being kidnapped by unknown gunmen. In a distressing video circulating on social media, Ojajuni is seen begging Nigerians to contribute towards the N100 million ransom demanded by his captors. “Nigerians, please help me! Your donation, N100,000, N50,000, […] The post Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader Pleads For N100m Ransom In Viral Video appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 m. ago MultiChoice Announces New Price Hike For DStv, GOtv Packages

Subscribers of MultiChoice’s DStv and GOtv services will have to pay more for their packages as the the PayTV company has announced a price increase set to take effect from March 1, 2025. In a statement issued to customers on Monday, the company cited the need to maintain the quality of its service as the […]

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70 m. ago Reps deputy speaker seeks passage of women’s seat reservation bill

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for the passage of the Seat Reservation for Women Bill, saying it would unlock national prosperity. Speaking at a Three-Day workshop on the public presentation of the national women leaders forum’s operational guidelines and the roles of political parties in the passage of Read More

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70 m. ago Sokoto gov unveils N285m Ramadan package for religious leaders

The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, has unveiled a total financial package of N285 million, including the distribution of maize and financial assistance to Jum’at Imams, their Na’ibs, Mu’adhins, Islamic scholars, and various religious organizations across the state. Aliyu unveiled the Ramadan package at the Government House on Monday. According to the governor, this Read More

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71 m. ago Aiyedatiwa appoints Fasoranti’s son as SSG, reappoints advisers

The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the appointment of the son of the Afenifere Leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti as the Secretary to the State Government. The appointment came a few hours after Aiyedatiwa was inaugurated as the seventh executive governor of the state on Monday. This was contained in a Read More

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95 m. ago Nigeria Customs Rescinds Suspension Of 4% FOB Levy On Imports

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the reversal of its previous suspension of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports, affecting all declarations made during the initial implementation period. The NCS, in a press release issued on Monday, stated that the decision to rescind the import declarations was taken to ensure clarity, maintain consistency […]

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1 hour ago Kano Lawmakers Reject NNPP Suspension, Accuses Kwankwaso Of Dictatorship

Susupended federal lawmakers elected on the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have publicly rejected their suspension by the party’s leadership in Kano State. In a joint statement issued shortly after the announcement of their suspension by the NNPP state chairman, the suspended lawmakers, including Senator Suleiman Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, Hon. Aliyu Sani […]

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1 hour ago COHPERA applauds Tinubu, PenCom DG over historic N758bn pension bond approval

Tribune Online COHPERA applauds Tinubu, PenCom DG over historic N758bn pension bond approval THE Contributory Pension and Happy Retirement Advocacy (COHPERA), a leading pension and retirement advocacy group, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, and other key government personnel for approving a N758 billion bond to clear outstanding pension liabilities. COHPERA, a Non-Governmental Organisation NGO, described the […] COHPERA applauds Tinubu, PenCom DG over historic N758bn pension bond approval Tribune Online

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1 hour ago PICTORIAL: Oyo Gov’t Set To Receive Sierra Leonean President As Makinde Visits Agribusiness Industrial Hub

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde was on Sunday joined by the Director General of International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Dr Simeon Ehui together with a good friend, Nigel Pickard on an inspection visit to the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Oyo, Oyo State. Govenor Makinde who disclosed this on his Facebook Page Monday, said […]

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2 h. ago IUX Wins Best Trading Technology Provider 2025 Award At BrokersView, Setting New Standards With Next

IUX, a globally recognized online CFD trading service provider, has been honored with the prestigious “Best Trading Technology Provider” award at the 2025 BrokersView Award for Brokers with Outstanding Assessment. This recognition solidifies IUX’s standing as a leader in the online CFD trading industry, highlighting its dedication to innovation, user-centric design, and cutting-edge technology—exemplified through […]

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2 h. ago Nigeria Moves Closer To Fresh Census As Tinubu Plans Review C’ttee

Nigeria took a step closer to conducting a new national population and housing census with biometric and digital components. LEADERSHIP reports that Nigeria last held a census exercise in November 2006. President Bola Tinubu, at a meeting at the State House with officials of the National Population Commission (NPC) on Monday, said he would set […]

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2 h. ago Naira rally: Rewane clears air on CBN’s $8bn FX intervention

Naira’s rally in recent times hasn’t been solely due to direct interventions by the central bank. Bismarck Rewane, CEO of read more Naira rally: Rewane clears air on CBN’s $8bn FX intervention

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2 h. ago Braithwaite’s Family Faults Obasanjo’s Comment On Patriarch At IBB’s Book Launch

The family of the late legal luminary, Dr Tunji Braithwaite has faulted recent comments by former President Olusegun Obasanjo against their father at the book launch of former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd), describing it as, “offensive” and “a failed attempt to tarnish his towering legacy.” The family maintained that the former president could […]

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3 h. ago IPMAN threatens shutdown in S’West as LASTMA impounds 30 tankers

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association, South-West Zone, has vowed that it will shut down operations across the region if the 30 tankers arrested by the Lagos State government are not released. The Chairman, IPMAN Western Zone, Joseph Akanni, made this known on Monday, during an interview with newsmen in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Akanni Read More

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3 h. ago IPMAN threatens shutdown in S’West as LASMA impounds 30 tankers

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association, South-West Zone, has vowed that it will shut down operations across the region if the 30 tankers arrested by the Lagos State government are not released. The Chairman, IPMAN Western Zone, Joseph Akanni, made this known on Monday, during an interview with newsmen in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Akanni Read More

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3 h. ago Get A Virtual Number For WhatsApp – The Smart Way To Stay Connected

Tired of using your personal number for WhatsApp? Want to keep your privacy intact while staying connected? A virtual number for WhatsApp is the perfect solution. Whether you need a second number for business, a temporary line for online verifications, or a foreign number for WhatsApp to connect internationally, a virtual number gives you the […]

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3 h. ago We’re Aware Of Turji’s Hideout, Will Be Eliminated Soon – Nigerian Military Assures

Nigerian military has assured Nigerians that notorious bandits’ leader, Bello Turji, is being tracked and will be eliminated very soon. Disclosing this on Monday during an interview on Channels Television, Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Emeka Onumajuru, said that security agents are  aware of Turji’s current location. He said: “First, I need to let […] The post We’re Aware Of Turji’s Hideout, Will Be Eliminated Soon – Nigerian Military Assures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Tanker drivers, marketers threaten to strike on protest N100bn debts, harassment

Tanker drivers and petroleum marketers under the aegis of the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and the Independent read more Tanker drivers, marketers threaten to strike on protest N100bn debts, harassment

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