13 m. ago NAAT demands reversal of telecom tariff hike, payment of withheld salaries

The National Association of Academic Technologists has called on telecommunications companies to revert to old tariffs pending the conclusion of the committee set up by the Federal Government to review the increase. The union also expressed concern over the frequent dissolution of university governing councils and the removal of vice-chancellors without due process. In a Read More

Economics

2 h. ago Aiyedatiwa pledges to resolve issues delaying Ondo seaport project

The Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the deep seaport project proposed for the state commences. The Federal Executive Council, during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, had already approved the operating licence for the port in the state. However, the project has yet to commence. Aiyedatiwa Read More

Politics

3 h. ago FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti

Tribune Online FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti The Federal Government has approved the establishment of a Food Processing Equipment and Machinery Development Institute (FOPEMDI) in Ekiti. The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Halilu confirmed this approval in a letter addressed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday. The NASENI boss in the […] FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti Tribune Online

Politics

5 h. ago Diesel shortage may cause nationwide telecom shutdown, ATCON warns

The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria has raised an urgent alarm over a diesel supply crisis caused by an ongoing strike by the Petroleum Tanker Drivers, a branch of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers. ATCON President, Mr. Tony Emoekpere, disclosed in a statement sighted by PUNCH Online on Sunday that Read More

Events

5 h. ago Nigeria nears FATF grey list exit with fifth report approval

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria is poised to exit the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list by the end of 2025, following significant progress in strengthening its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) frameworks. According to a statement by the NFIU’s Strategic Communications Office, this development was confirmed during the FATF plenary session held […] The post Nigeria nears FATF grey list exit with fifth report approval appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 h. ago US: Report what you did last week or resign — Musk orders federal workers

Tribune Online US: Report what you did last week or resign — Musk orders federal workers  The content reads, “Please reply to this email with approx. 5 bullets of what you accomplished last week and cc your manager. Please do not send any classified information, links, or attachments.” US: Report what you did last week or resign — Musk orders federal workers Tribune Online

Politics

7 h. ago FCCPC interfaces with banking sector to protect consumers’ rights

Tribune Online FCCPC interfaces with banking sector to protect consumers’ rights In bid to strengthen compliance as well as protect consumers’ rights, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) at the Weekend interfaced with the banking sector in Lagos. According to the FCCPC X handle, the engagement is part of its sector-by-sector Roundtable Compliance Engagements, which foster dialogue for a fairer financial landscape. “The key […] FCCPC interfaces with banking sector to protect consumers’ rights Tribune Online

Politics

7 h. ago Energy Transition: Minister Lauds Federal Govt’s €7.6bn Deal With China Firm

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, has applauded the federal government over its commitment to gradual diversification from fossil fuels to clean energy in line with global best practices. Towards this end, major step towards achieving green hydrogen in Nigeria was taken in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, when APPL […]

Politics

8 h. ago Rolling Dollar’s Son Jamiu, Opens Up About Life After Mother’s Death

The first son of Zainab Olagunju, the widow of the late musician, Fatai Rolling Dollar, has said that life had been cruel to his mum which led to her death. His mother was said to have died last week Tuesday, February 11, 2025 and was buried the following Tuesday, February 18, 2025 in Ile-Ife, Osun […]

Politics

8 h. ago IWD: Run Club Abuja Holds 10km Run to Support Underprivileged Women

In commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day, Run Club Abuja, in collaboration with other organizations, held a 10-kilometer run to support underprivileged young women in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Chairwoman for the maiden edition of the Abuja Women’s Run, Ibe Onyebuchi, noted that the purpose of the event was to raise funds to […]

Politics

8 h. ago Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative

Tribune Online Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative In a significant move to drive economic growth and development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company. The discussions focused on fostering youth empowerment, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) development, and expanding Nigeria’s digital economy. This meeting builds on the Federal Ministry of Youth […] Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative Tribune Online

Politics

9 h. ago Harnessing insecurity and enforcement of peace within the Nigerian federation

Insecurity has been a major threat to Nigeria; as a matter of fact, it has instilled much fear in the read more Harnessing insecurity and enforcement of peace within the Nigerian federation

Politics

10 h. ago How newly approved environment university will tackle Ogoni’s ecological woes

President Bola Tinubu recently signed the bill establishing the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Tai in Ogoni land. For read more How newly approved environment university will tackle Ogoni’s ecological woes

Politics

11 h. ago Soludo urges tighter border control to stop fake drug imports

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has called on the Federal Government to take urgent action to curb the influx of counterfeit drugs into the country. He stressed the need for stricter control of the supply chain to prevent dangerous products from reaching local markets. His appeal follows alarming discoveries in Onitsha’s markets, particularly the Read More

Politics

12 h. ago Carloha, NFF partner to drive football development in Nigeria

Carloha, the exclusive dealer and franchise holder of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has partnered with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) read more Carloha, NFF partner to drive football development in Nigeria

Transport

14 h. ago Nigeria Charts New Path For Agribusiness Growth, Food Security

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape into a thriving agribusiness sector, positioning the country as a major player in regional and global food markets. Speaking at the Presidential Roundtable on Agribusiness in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, emphasised the administration’s vision of agriculture […]

Politics

15 h. ago Lagos Assembly: AIT, Channels TV Tenders Apology Over Misrepresentation Of DSS Role

Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Channels Television have apologized to the Department of State Services (DSS) for their report on the presence of DSS operatives at the Lagos State House of Assembly. AIT acknowledged that its broadcast was incomplete and unintentionally misrepresented the role of the DSS. “AIT News wishes to apologize to the Department […] The post Lagos Assembly: AIT, Channels TV Tenders Apology Over Misrepresentation Of DSS Role appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

16 h. ago IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma

• Says Babangida should not go unpunished From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The Federal Government has been called upon to acknowledge and honour the man at the centre of the credibility story of the annulled June 12, 1993 election, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu. Retired Archbishop of Enugu Province (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, who made the […] The post IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

19 h. ago Zacch Adedeji: Nigeria tax collector’s ambitious 2025 revenue target

Tribune Online Zacch Adedeji: Nigeria tax collector’s ambitious 2025 revenue target WHEN the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zaccheus Adedeji, and his team set N19.4 trillion as revenue target for the year 2024, many people would have seen him as a tall dreamer. More so that the N19.4 trillion target was a significant increase of 56.9 percent from the 2023 revenue. […] Zacch Adedeji: Nigeria tax collector’s ambitious 2025 revenue target Tribune Online

Politics

19 h. ago 50% electricity subsidy: FG delays implementation as hospitals operate in darkness

In August 2024, the Federal Government approved a 50 per cent subsidy for electricity consumed in public hospitals. Six months after, PUNCH Healthwise investigation shows that delay in implementing the policy is denying patients access to quality healthcare as hospitals struggle to pay crushing energy bills, SODIQ OJUROUNGBE reports When the former Minister of State Read More

Science