2 h. ago Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has rejected the Federal Government’s Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) programme, describing it as a distraction and a scheme that could perpetually enslave workers. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NAAT President, Ibeji Nwokoma, said members of the association do not require loans […] The post Academic technologists rejects FG loan, faults UniAbuja land revocation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid

The proposals were aimed at modernising ageing transmission infrastructure, improving supply reliability, and meeting rising electricity demand nationwide. The post FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago Amnesty Int’l Indicts Police, Military, Ebube Agu Over South

According to the report, over 1,844 people were killed by both state and non-state actors between January 2021 and June 2023 alone The post Amnesty Int’l Indicts Police, Military, Ebube Agu Over South-East Killings appeared first on Channels Television.

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28 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Niger Delta ‘ll Support Tinubu In 2027, Says PAP Boss Otuaro

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has declared that the Niger Delta region will support only President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections. He stated this in his remarks at the closing ceremony of the ‘Stream 1’ Batch 3 three-day strategic Leadership, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation Training organised by […]

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60 h. ago IPOB demands Kanu’s unconditional release, slams pardon pleas

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged Igbo leaders and well-meaning Nigerians to stop begging for the release of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, and instead demand his unconditional release. IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful, reacting to a recent appeal by Jude Idimogu to President Bola Tinubu to free Kanu, described such […] The post IPOB demands Kanu’s unconditional release, slams pardon pleas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Tambuwal: ADC alleges EFCC targeting opposition leaders ahead of 2027 elections

Tribune Online Tambuwal: ADC alleges EFCC targeting opposition leaders ahead of 2027 elections "We call on citizens to speak up, to resist, and to demand that the EFCC stop this witch-hunting in the interest of our democracy. Today, it is... Tambuwal: ADC alleges EFCC targeting opposition leaders ahead of 2027 elections Tribune Online

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62 h. ago Raye’s Counsel Petitions NYSC To Reverse Two Months Service Period Extension

Inibehe Effiong, the legal counsel to Ms. Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, has submitted a formal petition to the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja. The petition demands the immediate reversal of the two-month extension of Raye’s service period and calls for the prompt issuance […] The post Raye’s Counsel Petitions NYSC To Reverse Two Months Service Period Extension appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Ijaw group replies attackers of PAP boss Otuaro, alleges sentiments

Following incessant attacks by faceless groups allegedly from Warri, a group known as the Ijaw People’s Development Initiative, IPDI, has reiterated that the attackers never embraced the Presidential Amnesty Programme when it was proclaimed by then President, late Uma’ru Yar’Adua in 2009. This was contained in a response to the latest attacks, which IPDI said […] The post Ijaw group replies attackers of PAP boss Otuaro, alleges sentiments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Tinubu reverses Dankaka’s previous appointment, names Omidiran new FCC Chairman

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reversed his earlier decision and appointed Ayo Omidiran, a former member of the House of Representatives, as the new Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Omidiran replaces Dr. Muheeba Dankaka, whose tenure was marked by controversy. The presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, clarified that this statement […] The post Tinubu reverses Dankaka’s previous appointment, names Omidiran new FCC Chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Circle shares climb as Q2 revenue surges 53% on Stablecoin demand

Tribune Online Circle shares climb as Q2 revenue surges 53% on Stablecoin demand Circle Internet Group shares rose on Tuesday after the company reported its first quarterly earnings as a public company. Circle shares climb as Q2 revenue surges 53% on Stablecoin demand Tribune Online

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65 h. ago British parents warned over ‘dangerous’ fake Labubu dolls sold in the UK

Tribune Online British parents warned over ‘dangerous’ fake Labubu dolls sold in the UK British parents are being urged to watch out for counterfeit Labubu toys, as traders try to profit from the surge in demand British parents warned over ‘dangerous’ fake Labubu dolls sold in the UK Tribune Online

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67 h. ago Taraba civil servants demand AG, finance commissioner’s sack over biometric irregularities

Tribune Online Taraba civil servants demand AG, finance commissioner’s sack over biometric irregularities They urged the governor to replace the duo with competent individuals who could repair the damage caused by the exercise and prevent a recurrence. Taraba civil servants demand AG, finance commissioner’s sack over biometric irregularities Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Convention: Imo APC leaders back call for publicity secretary position

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri As the All Progressives Congress (APC) prepares for its National Convention, ward leaders in Imo State have thrown their weight behind the demand for the National Publicity Secretary position to be zoned to the state. This call is not new, as various stakeholders and party stalwarts in Imo have consistently argued […] The post Convention: Imo APC leaders back call for publicity secretary position appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action

Tribune Online Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action Retirees under the aegis of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), drawn from agencies including the Nigerian Telecommunications Limited (NITEL) Retirees protest 35 months’ unpaid pensions, demand FG action Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Chowdeck gets $9m funding boost for Nigeria, Ghana expansion

Chowdeck, Africa’s leading on-demand delivery platform, has secured $9 million in Series A funding to accelerate its expansion across Nigeria read more Chowdeck gets $9m funding boost for Nigeria, Ghana expansion

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3 d. ago Medical experts condemn contraceptive commodity funding gap in Nigeria

Medical experts have condemned the contraceptive commodity funding gap in Nigeria, which is estimated to be 27.4 million Dollars as read more Medical experts condemn contraceptive commodity funding gap in Nigeria

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4 d. ago YABATECH Alumni To Reposition Institution After Conversion To Varsity

Yaba College of Technology alumni have expressed their readiness to support the government and ensure that the institution becomes one of the most outstanding universities in the country when it is converted to a University of Technology and Vocational Studies. The national president of Yaba College of Technology Alumni Association, Yemi Osibajo, stated this at […]

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5 d. ago K1’s fate hangs in the balance as Nigerians demand legal action despite apology

Tribune Online K1’s fate hangs in the balance as Nigerians demand legal action despite apology Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, may have tendered a public apology over his controversial airport incident, but the outcry surrounding him refuses to die down. While some voices are calling for calm and forgiveness, a louder section of Nigerians — including industry stakeholders — insists that mere contrition is […] K1’s fate hangs in the balance as Nigerians demand legal action despite apology Tribune Online

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5 d. ago 50 Nigerians killed yearly in mob violence, jungle justice – Amnesty International

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Barbara Magaji, the Programmes Manager for Amnesty International, says an average of 50 lives are lost in Nigeria due to mob violence and jungle justice. She disclosed this in Calabar during a Campaign Walk against jungle justice, which was themed: Ending Mob Violence in our Communities. She said this follows a […] The post 50 Nigerians killed yearly in mob violence, jungle justice – Amnesty International appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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