4 h. ago State House earmarks N1.9bn for diesel as solar power plant delays

The Federal Government has allocated N1.99bn to procure diesel for the electric power generators for the State House in 2025. This comes amid delays in the FG’s solar power project initially slated to come on stream between December 2024 and January 2025. Sunday PUNCH gathered that the FG disbursed N88.75m for diesel within the first Read More

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20 h. ago Enhanced Oil Production Key To Nigeria’s Economic Diversification – Elumelu

Founder of Heirs Energies, Tony Elumelu, has said Nigeria must ramp up oil production to generate revenue for economic diversification. “We want to take it to over 2 million. We know that we need oil money to diversify Nigeria away from oil. And we need to have the money to help develop our country at […]

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21 h. ago NYSC, Terraskills To Train 10,000 Corps Members On Digital Skills

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has partnered an Abuja based ICT school, Terraskills Learning Systems, and Ecobank to equip 10,000 Corps members with cutting-edge digital skills in 2025. The announcement was made by the General Manager of Terraskills Learning Systems, Donald Ejieke, at a joint press conference in Abuja. According to Ejieke, the strategic […]

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22 h. ago Consistent learning, analytical aptitude, are skills that played part in my success – Ede

Oscar Ede is a seasoned banker, financial expert, and manager with over 16 years of professional journey spanning financial institutions read more Consistent learning, analytical aptitude, are skills that played part in my success – Ede

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24 h. ago Sierra Leonean President to visit Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Oyo

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to host the President of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio, in two weeks. The visit will focus on Bio’s interest in touring the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub, a project that has gained both national and international recognition. Makinde announced the upcoming visit in a newsletter […] The post Sierra Leonean President to visit Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Oyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Light Up Lagos: Sanitising youths on drug abuse, skill empowerment

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has unveiled a new initiative to tackle drug abuse and cultism among youths, read more Light Up Lagos: Sanitising youths on drug abuse, skill empowerment

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27 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves 29 centres’ relocation

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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27 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves relocation of custodial centres

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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33 h. ago Skills development key to economic growth — Education minister

The Minister of Education, Dr Marufu Alausa, has stated that in the rapidly evolving global economy, skills development has become a crucial driver of economic growth and social progress. Alausa said the demand for a skilled workforce is more pressing than ever. As technological advancements reshape industries and create new opportunities, the need for skilled Read More

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34 h. ago What younger generation should do after acquiring skills abroad — Gov Makinde

Tribune Online What younger generation should do after acquiring skills abroad — Gov Makinde He stressed that it is a good thing to have youths studying abroad adding that knowledge and skills earned should be used later to build the economy of the state and country in general. What younger generation should do after acquiring skills abroad — Gov Makinde Tribune Online

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37 h. ago FG trains technical teachers, instructors in digital literacy, others

Tribune Online FG trains technical teachers, instructors in digital literacy, others The need for industry-relevant skills and self-sufficiency among technical teachers and instructors took center stage at a capacity-building workshop organised by the Federal Ministry of Education. The workshop, aimed at upskilling technical educators across the South-West, featured key stakeholders in education and skill development and was held at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, under the Innovative Development […] FG trains technical teachers, instructors in digital literacy, others Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Africa needs leaders with right governance knowledge — Moghalu

Tribune Online Africa needs leaders with right governance knowledge — Moghalu A Nigerian political economist and former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Prof Kingsley Moghalu, has emphasised the need for Africa to develop educational structure that will help equip people who want to become leaders, especially in political governance with the right knowledge and skills. He said that would be the surest way […] Africa needs leaders with right governance knowledge — Moghalu Tribune Online

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42 h. ago FG unveils gene bank to preserve indigenous livestock breeds

The Federal Government has announced the establishment of a Gene Bank to preserve the genetic makeup of indigenous livestock breeds, ensuring their sustainability for future generations. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, made the announcement during the 2025 ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Friday. Maiha emphasised that the Gene Bank is crucial for Read More

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43 h. ago CitySports Africa Celebrates 5th Anniversary, Launches Commemorative Jersey

CitySports Africa has marked its fifth anniversary with the launch of a commemorative sports jersey, reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment through sports. The organisation, established in 2019, has played a pivotal role in developing young athletes across Africa and the African diaspora by integrating sports with leadership and academic skill-building. The anniversary celebration, attended […]

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55 h. ago STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women

Tribune Online STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women The Kwara State Government has commended private organisations for their role in supporting technology and innovation in the state and Nigeria. Speaking at the graduation ceremony for 45 trainees of the Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFAI)’s ‘Keeping Female in STEM’ programme in Ilorin, the Special Assistant on Digital Innovations to the Kwara State […] STEM: Kwara govt commends organisations over support for women Tribune Online

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55 h. ago KAEDCO urges customers to pay electricity bills promptly for better supply

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Managing Director of the Kaduna Electric Company (KAEDCO) has called on all its customers across the states to always ensure prompt payment of their electricity charges to enable the company to supply them with power regularly. The MD lamented the poor revenue generation in the company, which he said is […] The post KAEDCO urges customers to pay electricity bills promptly for better supply appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago ‘You Inspired A Generation’ – Tinubu Credits IBB For His Entry Into Politics

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has revealed that former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), played a pivotal role in his entry into politics. Speaking on Thursday at the launch of IBB’s autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Tinubu acknowledged Babangida’s influence in fostering young political leaders. “Without your influence, people like me would not be […] The post ‘You Inspired A Generation’ – Tinubu Credits IBB For His Entry Into Politics appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Floyd Mayweather plots $700m deal to buy stake in NFL club New York Giants

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is aiming to acquire a 10 per cent stake in NFL club New York Giants in read more Floyd Mayweather plots $700m deal to buy stake in NFL club New York Giants

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69 h. ago Arsenal reports £17.7m loss despite £616.6m revenue in 2023/24 season

Arsenal posted a loss of £17.7 million in the 2023/24 season, despite returning to the Champions League and helping generate read more Arsenal reports £17.7m loss despite £616.6m revenue in 2023/24 season

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2 d. ago 2024 revenue: NPA collects N758bn, NIMASA N67bn, NSC N19bn, NIWA N5bn

Tribune Online 2024 revenue: NPA collects N758bn, NIMASA N67bn, NSC N19bn, NIWA N5bn THE Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has topped the revenue generating list of maritime agencies operating under the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, generating a whopping N758, 260, 436, 260 billion in the year 2024. Disclosing this recently during a meeting with Editors of print media, the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega […] 2024 revenue: NPA collects N758bn, NIMASA N67bn, NSC N19bn, NIWA N5bn Tribune Online

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