2 h. ago Summer travels drives global air passenger demand higher in July

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2025 global passenger demand showing that total demand was up read more Summer travels drives global air passenger demand higher in July

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3 h. ago DSS Arraigns Ansaru Commanders Over Alleged Terrorism, Kuje Prison Break

The Department of State Services (DSS), on Wednesday, arraigned two senior commanders of the proscribed terror group, Ansaru, on multiple charges of terrorism at the Federal High Court, Abuja. The accused are Mahmud Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a Abbas or Mukhtar, and his deputy, Mahmud Al-Nigeri, also called Malam Mamuda. The DSS filed a […]

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3 h. ago TETFund Allocates N70bn For Mini Grid Power Projects In 18 Higher Institutions

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has allocated the sum of N70 billion for the building of Mini Grid Power projects across eighteen selected tertiary institutions to address the high cost of electricity towards facilitating research and learning in the country. A member of the TETFund board, Danladi Abubakar Sani disclosed this at a 3-day […]

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3 h. ago 68% Pass English, Maths As NABTEB Releases 2025 Exam Results

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has released the results of its 2025 June/July National Business Certificate (NBC) and National Technical Certificate (NTC) examinations, with 61,104 candidates representing 68.18 per cent securing five credits and above in English Language and Mathematics. The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of NABTEB, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed announced the […]

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4 h. ago Security Agents, Hunters Rescue 17 Kidnap Passengers In Kogi

Security agencies and local hunters have rescued 17 passengers kidnapped along the Lokoja–Obajana Road of Kogi State last Thursday. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Communications in the state, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the Kogi State government confirmed that the victims were freed following prompt intervention of the Nigerian Army and local […]

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5 h. ago Kano Police Nab Three Over Abuja Armed Robbery, Recover Stolen Car

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended three individuals in connection with an armed robbery in Abuja and recovered a stolen vehicle. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna, confirmed the arrest of the suspects. “On the directives of the Commissioner of Police, the Command in a sustained […] The post Kano Police Nab Three Over Abuja Armed Robbery, Recover Stolen Car appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago PICTORIAL: Police Arrest ‘Obi Of Lagos’, Stop Planned ₦1.5b Palace Unveiling

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 65-year-old man, Chibuike Azubike, who allegedly paraded himself as the ‘Obi of Lagos’. He was picked up alongside three accomplices while attempting to stage an unlawful unveiling ceremony in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin local government area of the State. According to the Lagos State Police Command, intelligence […]

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5 h. ago Nigeria Cricket Federation Holds AGM, Board Elections Sept 20

The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has announced that its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will include elections for the NCF Board, will take place on 20th September, 2025 in Abuja. The public relations and business development manager of the Federation, Musa Ehizoje Bodie, announced this in a press statement made available to journalists yesterday, saying […]

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9 h. ago TETFund: Tackling Bottlenecks In Academic, Physical Planning In Tertiary Institutions

For years, Nigeria’s tertiary education system has struggled under the weight of abandoned projects, stalled academic programmes, and bottlenecks that slow down implementation of critical reforms. However, a fresh resolve to confront these challenges head on is taking root at the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). During a recent strategic workshop in Abuja, which brought […]

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9 h. ago Assembly Commission Wants New Legislative Quarters For Senators, Reps

The executive chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Chief Saviour Enyiekere, has urged the federal government to construct a new Legislative Quarters in Abuja to address the housing, security, and coordination challenges currently faced by federal lawmakers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the […]

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10 h. ago Senate’ll not entertain any matter in court, says spokesman

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, has insisted that legislative business is governed strictly by the chamber’s Standing Orders and not by sentiment, in what appeared to be a veiled reference to the recent drama over the resumption of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. He spoke at a workshop organised by the Senate Press Corps […] The post Senate’ll not entertain any matter in court, says spokesman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago INEC recognition: We can now begin to build our structures –ADC

From Romanus Ugwu and Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it will immediately commence the building of its structures and embark on membership drive, following the recognition of its interim leadership by the Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC). The ADC interim national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who spoke in a […] The post INEC recognition: We can now begin to build our structures –ADC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago CBN launches PSV 2028 to power inclusive, innovative payments future

By Chiwendu Obienyi and Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028), a bold blueprint designed to transform the country’s financial ecosystem into a more inclusive, innovative, and globally competitive payments landscape. The new strategy was launched at the inaugural meeting of the PSV […] The post CBN launches PSV 2028 to power inclusive, innovative payments future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Environmentalist warns Nigeria against depending on GMOs for food security

Tribune Online Environmentalist warns Nigeria against depending on GMOs for food security The Executive Director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), Dr Nnimmo Bassey, has reiterated his call on Nigerians to reject genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and what he described as “food colonialism” in the country. Bassey  made the call in a keynote address delivered at the National Symposium on GMOs in Abuja, saying that […] Environmentalist warns Nigeria against depending on GMOs for food security Tribune Online

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14 h. ago BASL highlights importance of technology in airport development

Tribune Online BASL highlights importance of technology in airport development The Acting Chief Operating Officer of Bi-Courtney Aviation Service Limited (BASL), Remi Jibodu has highlighted the importance of technology in airport development.   “Technology is key to enhancing the passenger experience and operational efficiency in airports,” Jibodu said in a statement made available in Lagos. According to him: “The design of an airport is the foundation […] BASL highlights importance of technology in airport development Tribune Online

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16 h. ago EFCC arraigns two PDP members over alleged N26m for vote buying

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two persons, Esther Ashivelli Dawaki and Shehu Aliyu Fatange, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged money laundering and vote buying involving N26 million. Esther is the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency bye-election held on […] The post EFCC arraigns two PDP members over alleged N26m for vote buying appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Benue SUBEB Chairman, commissioner partner over challenges facing education sector 

Tribune Online Benue SUBEB Chairman, commissioner partner over challenges facing education sector  The Executive Chairman, Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Grace Adagba, alongside members of the Board and Management, has paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Commissioner for Education and Knowledge Management, Dr. Margaret Adamu, at the state secretariat in Makurdi. Speaking during the visit, Dr. Adagba said the purpose of the visit […] Benue SUBEB Chairman, commissioner partner over challenges facing education sector  Tribune Online

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16 h. ago FG intensifies efforts to curb glitches in digital payments, boost financial inclusion nationwide

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria is intensifying measures to eliminate glitches in digital payment systems and expand e-commerce, aiming to ensure all Nigerians have access to reliable and convenient financial services. Spearheaded by the Office of the Vice President in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment and development […] The post FG intensifies efforts to curb glitches in digital payments, boost financial inclusion nationwide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Why Subsidy Removal Savings Not Enough To Transform Economy – Oyedele

The chairman, Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has declared that the savings accruing from the removal of fuel subsidy were grossly inadequate to fund Nigeria’s huge development requirements. Oyedele made this assertion on Wednesday in Abuja while delivering a keynote address at a one-day capacity building training on the Nigeria […]

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17 h. ago NASS not empowered to oversight private companies – Sen. Enang

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   Former Special Adviser to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on National Assembly Matters, Senator Ita Enang, has faulted committees of the National Assembly for what he described as “exceeding their oversight powers” by delving into the affairs of private companies. Enang, who served in both chambers of the legislature before becoming presidential […] The post NASS not empowered to oversight private companies – Sen. Enang appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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