2 h. ago FG Pays N1. 2trn Pension Arrears As Retirees Receive Additional Pension Boost

In a move to clear the accrued pension of workers who retired from federal civil service, the federal government has, so far, settled about N1.2 trillion of its arrears to the concerned retirees across the country. The payment made was from the inception of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), precisely, in 2004 to the first […]

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3 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank To Facilitate Access To Nigerian Naira Debt – Bloomberg

Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by Nigerian sovereign debt denominated in naira, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The initiative is reportedly designed to give international investors streamlined access to the elevated yields available in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation. The depositary notes will […]

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5 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to urban devt, improved quality of life

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to urban development and improving the quality of life of residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He stated this while inaugurating the newly constructed Collector Road CN2 (Zakari A. Kyari Street) and other roads, in Abuja on Thursday, to celebrate his second […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to urban devt, improved quality of life appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FCCPC seals visa centre in Abuja for alleged applicants’ extortion

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The  Federal  Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed a visa support service and application centre in Abuja, TLS Contact A Teleperformance company, for alleged extortion and cheating of applicants. The visa application centre located at Mukhtar El-Yakub Plaza, Central Area, Abuja, was sealed by a team of FCCPC enforcement […] The post FCCPC seals visa centre in Abuja for alleged applicants’ extortion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago With Kwara first lady’s support, Evolving Heritage empowers over 20 young artists

By Henry Akubuiro As we brace up for the 2025 Black History Month celebration of the U.K, a gathering of young artists of African descent has attracted the attention of the First Lady of Kwara State, Her Excellency, Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq. During the launching of the Evolving Heritage Gala exhibition, held at XCHG Workplace, UK, […] The post With Kwara first lady’s support, Evolving Heritage empowers over 20 young artists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arraigned Ibrahim Abubakar before the Federal High Court in Lagos over his alleged involvement in a N5 billion fraud scheme. Abubakar is facing a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal and the retention of proceeds from unlawful activities. He was arraigned before Justice Alexander Owoeye […] The post EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The National Coordinating Council (NCC) of the Obidient Movement has appointed a coordinating council in Osun State to mobilise people at the grassroots level. The newly appointed coordinator of the Obidient Movement in Osun, Engineer Sunday Olowu, on Thursday, said that the focus is to build a people-first political structure that […] The post Obidient Movement launched in Osun, targets grassroots mobilisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago FG to launch comprehensive agenda on skills devt, food sovereignty

Tribune Online FG to launch comprehensive agenda on skills devt, food sovereignty President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that the federal government will soon launch a comprehensive agenda on skills development and food sovereignty to tackle joblessness in the country. FG to launch comprehensive agenda on skills devt, food sovereignty Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Niger govt issues urgent flood relocation advisory to residents

Tribune Online Niger govt issues urgent flood relocation advisory to residents Niger State government has issued a critical advisory for communities residing near riverbanks to promptly relocate to higher ground due to... Niger govt issues urgent flood relocation advisory to residents Tribune Online

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14 h. ago FG launches initiative to educate students, staff on environmental issues

Tribune Online FG launches initiative to educate students, staff on environmental issues The Federal Government has launched the Green School Initiative, a programme designed to promote environmental awareness and sustainability within... FG launches initiative to educate students, staff on environmental issues Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m

Tribune Online Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday ordered the remand of two self-proclaimed Islamic clerics, Saheed Atanda Aremu and Tolani Osuolale, at the Nigerian Correctional Centre over their alleged involvement in a ₦280 million fraud scheme targeting a medical doctor. Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Bandits Kill 24 As Police Rescue 4 Victims In Katsina Communities

At least 24 persons, including 20 farmers, three other residents, and a member of the Community Watch Corps have been killed by armed bandits in separate attacks on communities in Kankara local government area of Katsina State. Residents said the attacks occurred across several villages within the past week, deepening fears among locals in one […]

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16 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg

Tribune Online BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by... BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Tribune Online

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16 h. ago FCCPC seals TLS visa centre Abuja over alleged extortion, obstruction of investigation

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed off the TLScontact visa application centre in Abuja over allegations read more FCCPC seals TLS visa centre Abuja over alleged extortion, obstruction of investigation

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17 h. ago United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa

Tribune Online United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa United Capital Plc has officially commenced operations of its latest subsidiary, United Capital Asset Management West Africa Limited (UCAMWAL), with the launch of two CFA franc-denominated mutual funds: the UCAMWAL Bond Fund and the UCAMWAL Diversified Fund, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This milestone marks a significant step in the Group’s strategic pan-African expansion and signals […] United Capital launches mutual funds for investors in Francophone West Africa Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Paga launches Doroki to scale up business owners’ operations

Paga Group has launched Doroki, a cloud-based software for retail business owners to digitise operations by streamlining and reducing inefficiencies. read more Paga launches Doroki to scale up business owners’ operations

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18 h. ago ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents

Tribune Online ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents The Anambra State Government has issued a stern directive to residents and property owners occupying dilapidated or defaced buildings across key urban areas, mandating them to repaint their structures or face enforcement measures beginning July 1. ‘Repaint your houses or face action’, Anambra govt issues deadline to residents Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Court to rule on preliminary objections in N32bn fraud case against lawyer, others July 1

Tribune Online Court to rule on preliminary objections in N32bn fraud case against lawyer, others July 1 A Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, presided over by Justice Lewis Allagoa, has fixed 1 July 2025 to determine which application to hear first in the ongoing ₦32 billion fraud case involving Lagos-based legal practitioner, Victor Ukutt, and... Court to rule on preliminary objections in N32bn fraud case against lawyer, others July 1 Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia government said it is in collaboration with security agents dealing with security breaches in the Umunneochi axis and other parts of the state. There was a resurgence of criminal activities in the Ugwuodo, Isuochi axis as residents claimed criminals have, in recent times, unleashed heavy gunfire attacks in the […] The post Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in a bid to boost power supply across Nigeria, has launched the Working Committee read more TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

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