49 m. ago Lagos to launch waterways taxi services, introduce 70 electric ferries by Q3 2025

By Lukman Olabiyi In a major push to modernize and expand its transportation infrastructure, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to commence operations of waterway taxi services and deploy 70 electric ferries by the third quarter of 2025. The initiative is part of the broader “Omi Eko” project aimed at transforming Lagos’ inland waterways […] The post Lagos to launch waterways taxi services, introduce 70 electric ferries by Q3 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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81 m. ago Nigerian couple Izy, Ibukun Olabode team up for ‘Ayobami’ short film

In a cinematic couple collaboration Olabode Izy, Nigerian filmmaker has teamed up with his wife, Ibukun Olabode, to bring their read more Nigerian couple Izy, Ibukun Olabode team up for ‘Ayobami’ short film

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1 hour ago Construction of 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery commences in Abia

State flags off wet season rice farming From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Work for the construction of a 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery at the Abia Industrial and Innovative Park (AIIP), located at Owaza in the Ukwa West Local Government Area of the State will commence fully in the month of May. This is […] The post Construction of 10,000 barrels per day capacity modular refinery commences in Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Gowon, Obasanjo, Anyaoku, Ibru, Monarchs, Others Honour Clark On May Day

Elder statesmen and eminent Nigerians will on May Day, this Thursday, converge on Lagos State to reflect on the life and times of late elder statesman and Niger Delta leader, Chief Edwin Clark. Clark, a former federal commissioner of information in the First Republic, died in February aged 97. Some of the dignitaries expected to […]

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6 h. ago Federal Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment To Workplace Safety, Employee Wellbeing

The federal government has reiterated its commitment to promoting a safe and progressive work environment. This was said at the second edition of its World Day for Safety and Health at Work in Abuja. This year’s event, themed “The Impacts of Digitalization and AI on Workers’ Safety and Health,” with a sub-theme focusing on “Enhancing […]

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6 h. ago Waterway Safety: Oyetola Flags Off Distribution Of 42,00 Life Jackets

To enhance safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to waterway users across 12 selected riverine states. The initiative flagged off at a ceremony in Minna, Niger State, is aimed at curbing the alarming rate of boat mishaps […]

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8 h. ago 20 tech tools to boost productivity for work and life – Expert recommendations

In today’s digital workplace, productivity hinges on using smart tools that automate tasks and minimize distractions. Professionals waste hours daily read more 20 tech tools to boost productivity for work and life – Expert recommendations

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8 h. ago 200 Women Benefit From Renewed Hope Initiative’s Agric Inputs In Niger

The Renewed Hope Initiative of the Wife of the President, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has distributed critical agricultural inputs to 200 women and youths in Niger State. The items distributed included seedlings, fertiliser, pesticides, livestock feeds and other farming equipment to farmers and was flagged off by wife of the Niger State Governor Hajiya Fatima Bago. […]

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12 h. ago We Owe Nigerian Workers Safety Obligation At Workplace – Reps

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said the legislature owes Nigerian workers the obligation to protect and ensure their safety at the workplace through appropriate legislation. Abbas said this in Abuja at a conference organised by the House Committee on Safety Standards, ‘The Legislative Perspective: Safety First, Building a Safer […]

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13 h. ago SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products

By Merit Ibe The Standards Organisation of Nigeria  (SON) has  reaffirmed its  unwavering commitment to public safety, consumer protection and the promotion of fair-trade practices in Nigeria. Director General and Chief Executive, SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke  made the commitment yesterday, during the  destruction exercise of substandard products worth billions of naira at the organisation’s […] The post SON recommits to public safety, destroys substandard products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities

From Idu Jude, Abuja To curb the growing incidence of boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, launched the distribution of 42,000 life jackets across 12 riverine states. The official flag-off ceremony, which took place in Minna, Niger State, marks the beginning of a major […] The post FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Seyi Tinubu Dismisses NANS’ President Allegations, Says ‘Enough Is Enough’

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has firmly debunked allegations made by the newly elected President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, who accused him of leading thugs to disrupt the NANS inauguration in Abuja and threatening his life. Isah had alleged in a phone interview with an […]

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19 h. ago “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations

Renowned Juju musician King Sunny Ade, on Tuesday refuted circulating rumors about his safety, making it clear that he has not been abducted or gone missing, contrary to public speculation. The music legend clarified this in a live video posted by his wife, Mrs. Bose Olubo-Adegeye, after a social media uproar was triggered by his […] The post “I Was Never Kidnapped, Was Performing At A Show” — King Sunny Ade Clarifies Viral Speculations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago FG introduces zinc rice varieties to improve food, nutrition safety

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced a breakthrough in the quest to improve food and nutrition safety in Nigeria.  read more FG introduces zinc rice varieties to improve food, nutrition safety

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24 h. ago Federal Gov’t Sets Up Committee To Curb Trailer, Tanker Accidents

Worried by the rising cases of tanker and trailer accidents on the major highways, the federal government has set up a special committee to investigate the menace and proffer solutions to recurrent incidents. The committee comprises representatives of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Nigeria Institute of Transport […]

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27 h. ago Senate Panel Backs Free2Green Rivers Initiative On 230,000 Green Economy Jobs

The Senate Committee on Climate Change and Ecology has thrown its weight behind the Free2Green Rivers campaign aimed at generating over 230,000 jobs. Approximately 230,000 eco-marshall positions will be generated to support environmental projects, ensuring communities benefit economically from a greener economy. As part of its eco-inclusivity programmes, the campaign will distribute 2.3 million health […]

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30 h. ago Lawyer Faults Death Penalty, Advocates Life Sentence For Osinachi’s Husband

Stanley Alieke, the former lawyer of Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, has explained why Peter Nwachukwu, the husband of the late gospel singer Osinachi, should be given a lenient sentence. Information Nigeria had earlier reported that the husband of the late gospel singer was sentenced to death by hanging. This follows the death of Osinachi Nwachukwu […] The post Lawyer Faults Death Penalty, Advocates Life Sentence For Osinachi’s Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago DisCos Must Be Accountable For 112 Electricity Deaths In 2024 – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged the judiciary to hold electricity distribution companies (DisCos) accountable for the 112 electricity-related deaths and 95 injuries recorded in 2024. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National Seminar on Regulations in the Electricity Power Sector for Judicial Officers—organised by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory […]

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37 h. ago UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes

In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality of basic education across Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, recently announced the national flag-off of the 2023/2024 School-Based Management Committee – School Improvement Programme (SBMC-SIP) and Teacher Professional Development (TPD) initiatives. These pivotal programmes are strategically designed […] The post UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago PICTORIAL: 8 Die, 6 Injured As Bus Rams Into Petrol Tanker In Anambra

The sector commander of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Anambra State, Joyce Alexander, has attributed the road crash that claimed eight lives with six other persons injured in the State to over-speeding. The incident, according to her, occurred at about 9pm on Sunday night at Nteje along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway in Oyi local government […]

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