3 d. ago Adanla clarifies position on attack at Ramadan lecture in Oyo

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Following a viral video showing an attack on Muslims attending a Ramadan lecture in Oyo, Engr. Abduljelyl Adekunle Kareem, MCIArb, MCIOB, MCAB—the Turaki Adini of Oyo State and Mogaji of the Adanla family—has addressed public concerns in a new video. Earlier in the week, Alhaji Kareem issued a strong condemnation of […] The post Adanla clarifies position on attack at Ramadan lecture in Oyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Protest: Aiyedatiwa meets Ondo student leaders, vows to address concerns

By John Ogunsemore The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday met with the leadership of the National Association Nigerian Students (NANS) in Ondo State over issues raised on education and students welfare. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan disclosed this in a statement. The meeting followed a protest organised […] The post Protest: Aiyedatiwa meets Ondo student leaders, vows to address concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1

Tribune Online Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1 “So, by the 1st of August, there will be a strict clampdown on irregular immigrants, and we hope that people will take advantage of the three months to be able to regularise and subject themselves to established immigration protocols,” the minister said. Expatriate quota: FG to begin clampdown on irregular migrants August 1 Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Expatriate Quota: FG to clampdown on irregular migrants beginning Aug. 1

The Nigerian Government says it will begin the clampdown on irregular migrants in the country from Aug. 1. The Minister read more Expatriate Quota: FG to clampdown on irregular migrants beginning Aug. 1

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6 d. ago Trade Minister to engage stakeholders on concerns regarding FRCN levy

Tribune Online Trade Minister to engage stakeholders on concerns regarding FRCN levy The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, is convening a stakeholder forum to address concerns surrounding the annual Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) levy. Trade Minister to engage stakeholders on concerns regarding FRCN levy Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment engages stakeholders on Financial Reporting Council levy

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, is convening a stakeholder forum to address concerns surrounding the annual read more Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment engages stakeholders on Financial Reporting Council levy

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1 week ago Addresses concerns over delay in ambassadorial appointments

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government, yesterday, addressed concerns over the delay in the appointment of ambassadors by President Bola Tinubu. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, while speaking during the ongoing ministerial briefing in Abuja, said the delay was part of the nature of governance and politics. He, however, assured Nigerians […] The post … Addresses concerns over delay in ambassadorial appointments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UPDATED: Senate to receive ambassadorial nominees soon – Minister

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has addressed concerns regarding the delay in the nomination of ambassadors, attributing the holdup to the inherent nature of governance and political processes. Speaking at the 5th edition of the Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Tuggar reassured the public that the list of ambassadorial nominees Read More

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1 week ago Rivers emergency rule: Obi urges Labour Party lawmakers to defend democracy

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on members of the party in the National Assembly to uphold justice and resist any actions that threaten Nigeria’s democratic integrity. In a statement addressed to Labour Party lawmakers on Thursday via X, Obi expressed concern over what he described as a “deteriorating Read More

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1 week ago Oil Workers Threaten Nationwide Strike Over Expatriate Quota Violation

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has threatened a nationwide strike over what it described as the blatant violation of Nigeria’s expatriate quota laws by an Indian oil firm, Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO). Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, PENGASSAN president, Comrade Festus Osifo, accused […]

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1 week ago Job displacement: PENGASSAN demands sack, repatriation of 10,000 Indians in Sterling Oil

Tribune Online Job displacement: PENGASSAN demands sack, repatriation of 10,000 Indians in Sterling Oil PENGASSAN accused the Indian-owned oil company of violating Nigeria’s expatriate quota regulations by employing foreign workers in non-expatriate roles, thereby denying job opportunities to many unemployed Nigerians. Job displacement: PENGASSAN demands sack, repatriation of 10,000 Indians in Sterling Oil Tribune Online

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1 week ago FCT CP lauds donation of health equipment for officers’ well

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has applauded the recent donation of essential medical equipment aimed at improving the health and well-being of its officers. This initiative, facilitated by Sharegiving Sun Health Care Limited is aimed at addressing common health concerns often encountered by those in law enforcement. The donated equipment […] The post FCT CP lauds donation of health equipment for officers’ well-being appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FCT CP hails donation of health equipment for officers’ well

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command on Monday received medical equipment aimed at improving officers’ well-being and addressing prevalent health concerns. The donated equipment includes devices for checking blood pressure and blood sugar levels and dental care tools—critical for preventing conditions that could lead to life-threatening complications among officers. Speaking at the presentation ceremony in Read More

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2 w. ago FG to protect Nigerian workers’ interests, reviews expatriate quota policy

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil sector. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria had last week protested at Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company’s headquarters in Lagos. The union Read More

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2 w. ago FG to protect Nigerian workers’ interests, reviews expatriate quota

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil sector. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria had last week protested at Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company’s headquarters in Lagos. The union Read More

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2 w. ago FG probes expatriate quota rule in oil sector, forms review committee

The Federal Government has responded to recent allegations regarding the administration of expatriate quotas in Nigeria’s oil sector, assuring the read more FG probes expatriate quota rule in oil sector, forms review committee

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2 w. ago We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG

Tribune Online We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG The Federal Government has revealed that it has taken proactive measures to address concerns raised regarding expatriate quota administration in the country. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, stated on Monday in Abuja that the ministry is aware of recent allegations made on national television concerning the administration of expatriate […] We’re addressing concerns on expatriate quota administration— FG Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Kano clarifies A’Court’s judgment on Sanusi’s reinstatement as emir

The Kano State Government has made clarification on the recent Court of Appeal judgment concerning the ongoing emirship dispute, addressing widespread misinterpretations and speculative reports in the media. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa. Speaking at a press briefing held at the NUJ Secretariat in Kano, Read More

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2 w. ago LAWMA addresses wage concerns after viral video sparks outrage

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has responded to public backlash following a viral video in which a street sweeper read more LAWMA addresses wage concerns after viral video sparks outrage

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2 w. ago Student loan won’t stop graduates from travelling abroad – NELFUND neficiaries

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has assured students that beneficiaries of the student loan scheme will not be restricted from travelling abroad after graduation. Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, made this clarification during a sensitisation programme at Edo University, Iyamho, on Wednesday, while addressing students’ concerns about potential travel limitations. “The Read More

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