4 h. ago Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday inaugurated the newly appointed Board of Trustees for the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club. The board is to be led by Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal. According to a statement issued by the Director […] The post Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Who is Ayo Sotinrin, newly appointed MD of Bank of Agriculture?

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ayo Sotinrin as the managing director of the Bank of Agriculture. The appointment was communicated read more Who is Ayo Sotinrin, newly appointed MD of Bank of Agriculture?

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11 h. ago Tinubu announces Sotinrin’s appointment as MD Bank of Agriculture

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ayo Sotinrin as the managing director of the Bank of Agriculture with immediate effect. Sotinrin read more Tinubu announces Sotinrin’s appointment as MD Bank of Agriculture

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31 h. ago Transcorp Hotels pays N7.6bn dividend, plans investment diversification

Transcorp Hotels Plc shareholders have approved the payment of N7.6bn dividend. The company also said it would diversify its investment beyond the hospitality sector. Speaking on the challenges faced during the period, the newly appointed Managing Director/CEO, Uzoamaka Oshogwe, noted the impact of various economic pressures on the company’s operations. Oshogwe, who was appointed in Read More

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43 h. ago Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security

Tribune Online Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Newly appointed management team of the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority (LNRBDA), Ilorin, led by the managing director, Engineer Olusola George-Olumoroti, has promised to reposition the Authority to her original mandate of ensuring food abundance and food security for the nation within one year of his tenure. It is recalled that President Bola Tinubu […] Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Lokpobiri congratulates newly appointed NNPCL leadership, assures of sector

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ahmadu Musa Kida on his appointment as the Board Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) and other members of the newly constituted NNPCL board. […] The post Lokpobiri congratulates newly appointed NNPCL leadership, assures of sector-wide collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Zambia’s President Hichilema Warns His Ministers Against Dozing Off In Cabinet Meetings

Zambian President, Hakainde Hichilema, has issued a stern warning to his ministers against dozing off during cabinet meetings, describing the habit as a serious lapse in discipline and self-control. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed Local Government Minister Gift Sialubalo on Monday, Hichilema expressed frustration over ministers failing to stay attentive during crucial […]

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8 d. ago FCT Police Commissioner Unveils Plan To Use Drones, Tech To Reduce Crime

The newly appointed Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, CP Ajao Saka Adewale, has vowed to tackle crime in Abuja using cutting-edge technology, including drones. This strategy is part of his plan to implement intelligence-led policing, which focuses on proactive, data-driven approaches to prevent and combat crime. By leveraging technology and intelligence gathering, […] The post FCT Police Commissioner Unveils Plan To Use Drones, Tech To Reduce Crime appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago CDA Urges Rivers Sole Administrator To Be Neutral, Apolitical in Key Appointments

A civic group, the Centre for Democratic Advancement (CDA), has urged Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Retd.), the newly appointed sole administrator of Rivers State, to remain neutral and apolitical in his appointments to safeguard ongoing peace efforts in the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dr. Idris Jinadu, CDA’s chancellor, stressed the need for […]

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9 d. ago Traditional Ruler Raises The Alarm Over Increasing Robbery Cases

The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, has raised the alarm over increasing armed robbery cases in some parts of the ancient town. As a result, the monarch charged the newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Johnson O. Adenola, to intensify efforts in tackling security challenges in Ogbomosoland. The monarch made this appeal […]

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1 week ago Tinubu appoints governing council for new Ekiti varsity, names Pro

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has announced key appointments for the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State, and the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State. The moves, the Presidency said aligns with his administration’s focus on expanding tertiary education and specialized research. Binta […] The post Tinubu appoints governing council for new Ekiti varsity, names Pro-Chancellor for Otukpo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Debate rages over proposed Bank of Agriculture recapitalisation

From Okwe Obi The federal government’s planned recapitalisation of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) has sharply divided experts in the food sector. While some have lauded the initiative, others describe it as another political statement. Two weeks ago, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Abdullahi Sabi, announced the move when he received the […] The post Debate rages over proposed Bank of Agriculture recapitalisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Rivers Solad inspects massive House of Assembly rebuilding project, admits work is going according to schedule

…Also admits that the state government did its part in terms of payment Ibok Ibas, the newly appointed Rivers State read more Rivers Solad inspects massive House of Assembly rebuilding project, admits work is going according to schedule

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2 w. ago NABTEB Registrar Assumes Office, Vows To Digitalise Exam Processes

The newly- appointed Registrar of the National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB), Dr. Mohammed- Aminu Mohammed yesterday disclosed plans to digitalize the examinations of the institution. He also said in line with global trends and the increasing digital literacy of candidates, the institution will gradually ensure the transition of more of its subjects to […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity

Tribune Online Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Obayomi Gregory as the pioneer Registrar of the newly established Federal Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity Tribune Online

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2 w. ago No court order stopping sole administrator’s resumption — Rivers

The Rivers State Government has denied reports that a High Court issued an order preventing the newly appointed Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), from resuming. The Chief of Staff to the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Dr Edison Ehie, dismissed the claims as false and malicious, attributing them to individuals attempting to escalate political Read More

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2 w. ago Tinubu appoints board members for Nigerian Independent System Operator

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Adesegun Olugbade as the board chairman, and Abdu Bello as Managing Director of the newly established Nigerian Independent System Operator. He also appointed executive and non-executive board members for the operator. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Read More

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2 w. ago New Kano CP tasks Police officers to uphold integrity, professionalism

Tribune Online New Kano CP tasks Police officers to uphold integrity, professionalism The newly appointed Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has called on officers within the command to remain committed to shared values such as professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights. New Kano CP tasks Police officers to uphold integrity, professionalism Tribune Online

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3 w. ago AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa

Tribune Online AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa     THE African Development Bank (AfDB) and International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on Wednesday signed a 27-million-dollar agreement to finance the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Phase II programme. Dr Abdul Kamara, the director-general, Nigeria AfDB Group, who said this at the signing ceremony, reaffirmed the AfDB’s commitment to advancing agricultural transformation […] AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Tinubu appoints Chief Medical Directors for six federal hospitals

President Bola Tinubu has appointed six Chief Medical Directors for Federal Government-owned hospitals in Akure, Gombe, Azare, Lafia, Maiduguri and Kafanchan. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Friday titled ‘President Tinubu appoints six chief medical directors for federal hospitals.’ The newly appointed CMDs include Read More

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