97 m. ago Tight Security At APC Headquarters As Party Holds NEC Meeting

Security has been tightened in and around the national secretariat of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja, where the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting is holding on Wednesday. Joint security team comprising military, police and other security personnel cordoned off the Buhari House national secretariat building, located along Blantyre street in Wuse […]

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2 h. ago Jonathan, Jega Condemn Political Influence In Electoral Appointments

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega have raised concerns over political interference in the appointments of electoral commissioners. Jonathan and Jega expressed their displeasure on Tuesday when they addressed attendees at a conference hosted by the pro-democracy and advocacy organisation Yiaga Africa, in Abuja. […]

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2 h. ago NAHCON approves four banks to support Hajj savings scheme implementation

Tribune Online NAHCON approves four banks to support Hajj savings scheme implementation The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has approved four banks to support and implement the Hajj Savings Scheme. NAHCON approves four banks to support Hajj savings scheme implementation Tribune Online

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2 h. ago JUST IN: Heavy security as APC chieftains arrive for NEC meeting

The national secretariat of the ruling All Progressives Congress was a beehive of activities on Wednesday morning as governors elected on the platform of the APC and party chieftains trooped in for the long-awaited meeting of the National Executive Committee. Early arrivals at the meeting include members of the National Working Committee, APC State Chairmen, Read More

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4 h. ago Ex Abia Commissioner threatens N1b suit against ICPC for malicious prosecution, wrongful characterization

By Daniel Kanu Former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State, Dr Phillips Nto has given the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), one month to apologise to him for malicious prosecution and for referring to those found guilty in a fraud case as his ” associates “ He noted that two years after […] The post Ex Abia Commissioner threatens N1b suit against ICPC for malicious prosecution, wrongful characterization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Gov Eno Tasks Akwa Ibom Cabinet On Timely Delivery Of Democratic Dividends

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has set agenda for the newly inaugurated 27-member State Executive Council (SEC) on the essence of delivering dividends of democracy to the people. The newly inaugurated state executive council comprise 25 commissioners and two special advisers. Governor therefore warned against complacency and sabotage of government policies and programmes […]

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4 h. ago Government should prioritize indigenous languages for national development — Ilobanafor

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, has called on the Nigerian government to implement robust language policies to foster national development.    Speaking at the 4th Edition of the African Languages Week (ALW) 2025, Ilobanafor emphasized that prioritizing indigenous languages in governance, education, and technology would […] The post Government should prioritize indigenous languages for national development — Ilobanafor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Uphold decency in your practice, Ogun commissioner charges new RTEAN executives

Tribune Online Uphold decency in your practice, Ogun commissioner charges new RTEAN executives “Leadership is a call to service, and I commend you all for stepping forward to serve the members of this esteemed association. As you assume office, I urge you to lead with decency, dedication, transparency, and unity,” Dairo stated. Uphold decency in your practice, Ogun commissioner charges new RTEAN executives Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Flying Eagles Arrive In Abidjan For Friendly Matches With Elephants

The delegation of Nigeria’s U20 boys, Flying Eagles, landed in Abidjan yesterday’s morning ahead of two friendly matches against the Young Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire. The contingent was led by Member of the NFF Executive, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi. Coach Aliyu Zubairu selected 21 players for the task, among whom are team captain Daniel Bameyi, first-choice […]

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5 h. ago Insurance Brokers Link Business Success To Leadership, Agility, Impact

Insurance brokers under the auspices of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) said, the key to staying ahead of the curve lay in embracing three core principles of leadership, agility and impact. The council, at its 2025 Strategic Session held in Abeokuta in Ogun State at the weekend to strategize for the years […]

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9 h. ago FG unveils minimum standard document for senior secondary education

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Federal Government has launched the newly developed minimum standards for senior secondary education developed by the National Secondary School Education Commission (NSSEC). Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, launched the document in Abuja, yesterday, thereby signalling the commencement of the major transformation of the secondary education system in Nigeria. The minister, […] The post FG unveils minimum standard document for senior secondary education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Gov Alia’s Significant Steps To Restore Security In Benue State

His Excellency Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia was inaugurated in may 2023 as executive governor of Benue state. Like many aspects of the state’s affairs, he met a huge security deficit with 12 to 15 years of consistent instability as a result of persistent clashes and attacks. As a matter of fact, records have […]

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10 h. ago PFAs’ asset allocation to money market instruments hits N2.2trn –PenCom

By Chinwendu Obienyi Owing to an elevated interest environment, recent data from the National Pension Commission (PenCom) revealed that PFAs’ asset allocation to money market instruments improved, with a robust year-on-year (y/y) growth of 33 per cent to N2.2 trillion. This is even as the total assets under management (AUM) of the pension industry increased […] The post PFAs’ asset allocation to money market instruments hits N2.2trn –PenCom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Anambra school proprietor unveils book, urges love, hope among couples

The Executive Director of Mount Olive School, Onitsha, Mrs Veronica Osanakpo, has advised couples and families to find hope and resilience not despair despite the economic challenges in the country.. Unveiling her new book, ‘The Space Between,’ in Onitsha over the weekend as part of activities marking her 64th birthday anniversary, Osanakpo identified trust, communications, Read More

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11 h. ago NSF: Edo Sports Commission boss calls for unity among athletes

The Executive Chairman of Edo State Sports Commission, Desmond Enabulele, has called for the harnessing of the power of sports to unite youths and build a future filled with opportunities. He stated this on Tuesday in Benin, while declaring open the South-South zonal eliminations for ball games ahead of the National Sports Festival from May Read More

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12 h. ago Ogun monarch orders arrest, detention of PUNCHman over trending video

The Olu of Itori, in Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Fatai Akamo, on Tuesday ordered the police to arrest and detain the state correspondent for The PUNCH newspapers, Bankole Taiwo, for inquiring into the trending video where one Sanni Babatunde Akeem, a physically challenged person, was levelling a land-grabbing allegation against the Read More

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13 h. ago S’South govs move against Wike’s camp over PDP congress crisis

The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party has taken a new turn with the governors from the South-South moving against the newly elected Zonal Chairman, Dan Orbih, and other executives loyal to the Minister for the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The PUNCH gathered on Tuesday that  the four PDP governors from the South South, Read More

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14 h. ago EFCC arraigns another 16 Chinese in Lagos over fraud allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Lagos Zonal directorate, have arraigned an additional 16 Chinese before Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, for alleged fraud. The Chinese Nationals are among the 792-member cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud suspects arrested by EFCC operatives on December 10, 2024, in Lagos, in Read More

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15 h. ago NNPC leading charge towards Africa’s gas infrastructure expansion — Kyari

Tribune Online NNPC leading charge towards Africa’s gas infrastructure expansion — Kyari Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari has said that the world recognises Africa as the next destination of providing greater support to the global energy market, recognising Nigeria’s position as the largest producer of oil and gas in the continent. Kyari disclosed this while delivering an address on the theme “Africa’s Energy […] NNPC leading charge towards Africa’s gas infrastructure expansion — Kyari Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Alex Onyia scouts global partners to revolutionise Nigeria’s STEM education

aims to give Nigerian children relevant and valuable education.   Alex Onyia, chief executive officer of Educare, has revealed his read more Alex Onyia scouts global partners to revolutionise Nigeria’s STEM education

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