63 m. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Safe Blood Transfusion Project In Kano

The Federal Government has launched a new initiative aimed at transforming blood transfusion services across the country, pledging to ensure that no Nigerian dies from lack of safe blood. The Safe Blood Project, unveiled at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) in Kano, is Nigeria’s first national training programme dedicated to transfusion safety. Coordinating Minister […]

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65 m. ago Benue, Ogun Benefit As Women Affairs Minister Flags Off Customs

The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed profound appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for partnering with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs in providing essential relief materials to Nigerian women, families, and vulnerable groups across the 774 Local Government Areas of the country. Through the partnership, fabrics, rice, and other […]

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99 m. ago Fuel Surcharge: TUC Protest Misguided, Policy Not Starting In January — Oyedele

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has allayed public fears about the 5% fuel surcharge included in the new tax reform laws, stressing that the levy has not been imposed and will not automatically begin in January 2026, as widely being speculated. Oyedele, who spoke on Tuesday morning, […]

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1 hour ago NELFUND urges institutions to improve turnaround time for loan verification

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has urged tertiary institutions to improve their turnaround time for verification and approval of read more NELFUND urges institutions to improve turnaround time for loan verification

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2 h. ago Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours

Legendary Nigerian singer Ebenezer Obey has refuted circulating rumours suggesting that he has passed away. Reports circulated online alleging that the 83-year-old singer had died from a stroke. However, a recent video posted on his Instagram page showed Obey very much alive, performing ‘I Have A God Who Never Fails’ with his two sons. READ […] The post Ebenezer Obey Confirms He’s Alive Amid Recurrent Death Rumours appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Osimhen Injury: “We’re Always Concerned Whenever He Leaves For International Duty” – Galatasaray Manager

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has confessed that the Turkish champions always feel unsettled whenever their star striker, Victor Osimhen, departs to play for Nigeria. On Saturday, the Super Eagles striker—an essential figure for both Nigeria and his club—was forced to come off after sustaining a foot injury during the team’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in […] The post Osimhen Injury: “We’re Always Concerned Whenever He Leaves For International Duty” – Galatasaray Manager appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago No Indication 5% Fuel Surcharge Will Begin In January, Says Oyedele

Oyedele assured Nigerians that the reform initiatives of the Tinubu administration will yield results, asking for patience from the citizens.  The post No Indication 5% Fuel Surcharge Will Begin In January, Says Oyedele appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago NCAA summons domestic airlines to Abuja on passenger safety, service standards

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has invited all domestic airlines to a crucial meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, in Abuja. Spokesperson for the Authority, Michael Achimugu, on his verified X handle on Tuesday, September 9, said the meeting would focus on key issues affecting air travel in the country, […] The post NCAA summons domestic airlines to Abuja on passenger safety, service standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NEITI, CISLAC reaffirm commitment to transparency, chart new civil society agenda for Nigeria’s extractive sector

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) and Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) have reinforced their shared dedication to transparency, accountability, and reform in Nigeria’s extractive industries. NEITI’s Executive Secretary Orji Ogbonnaya Orji and CISLAC Executive Director Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, who led a delegation of NEITI’s management team signals a renewed […] The post NEITI, CISLAC reaffirm commitment to transparency, chart new civil society agenda for Nigeria’s extractive sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago ‘Abuja Project’ to strengthen grassroots governance launched

By Lukman Olabiyi A new initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots governance and boosting citizen participation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has been launched by the Path to Peace Foundation (PPF). The initiative, titled; “The Abuja Project: Empowering Communities for Grassroots Impact,” targets the six area councils of the FCT. It seeks to enhance transparency, […] The post ‘Abuja Project’ to strengthen grassroots governance launched appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 5% Fuel Surcharge Was Introduced In 2007, Not By Tinubu’s Govt — Oyedele

The surcharge stipulates a 5% fee on any litre of fuel purchased, prompting backlash from Nigerians.  The post 5% Fuel Surcharge Was Introduced In 2007, Not By Tinubu’s Govt — Oyedele appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago Fuel Surcharge Aimed At Fixing Nigeria’s Roads’, Says Tax Reform Chair Oyedele

  The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele said the proposed fuel surcharge was not to add additional burden on Nigerians but to generate dedicated revenue to fix the country’s decaying road network. Oyedele identified the decaying road network as a major driver of high inflation, especially in […]

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7 h. ago Atiku Visits Malami, Demands End To Violence Against ADC Figures

Atiku called on Malami not to relent in his efforts to defend Nigerians against anti-democratic forces. The post Atiku Visits Malami, Demands End To Violence Against ADC Figures appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago Atiku Visits Malami, Demands End To Violence Against ADC Members

Atiku called on Malami not to relent in his efforts to defend Nigerians against anti-democratic forces. The post Atiku Visits Malami, Demands End To Violence Against ADC Members appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago PICTORIAL: Army Smashes Gunrunning Syndicate, Arrests 35 Suspected Oil Thieves In Niger Delta

  Troops of 6 Division of the Nigerian Army have smashed gunrunning syndicate noted for trafficking small arms and light weapons to criminals across the Niger Delta region. The troops also arrested no fewer than 35 suspects, destroyed six illegal refining sites and confiscated over 14,000 litres of stolen products, in consolidating on the ongoing […]

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7 h. ago Abike Dabiri being falsely accused of Igbo hate – Actor Patrick Doyle

By John Ogunsemore Veteran actor and broadcaster, Patrick Doyle said Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa is being falsely accused of referring to Igbos as “monkeys”. Doyle stated this in a Facebook post on Tuesday in reaction to a viral incident involving Dabiri-Erewa on the X social media platform last Wednesday. […] The post Abike Dabiri being falsely accused of Igbo hate – Actor Patrick Doyle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago International Maritime Organisation’s Head To Visit Nigeria In October

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, will tour Nigerian Navy installations as well as NIMASA facilities in Lagos during his three-day working visit to Nigeria from October 2nd to 4th, 2025. The director general of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made the disclosure […]

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8 h. ago Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines

Tribune Online Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines THE Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned that it will begin publicly naming and shaming airlines that fail to comply with aviation regulations, particularly in cases of flight cancellations and delays. Director of public affairs and Consumers Protection for the agency, Michael Achimugu, emphasised that passengers who are left stranded between 10:00 pm and […] Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse

Tribune Online Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has renewed his longstanding call for the adoption of a single African currency, warning that the continent’s overreliance on the US dollar continues to weaken local economies and undermine Africa’s development agenda. Speaking during a Fireside Chat moderated by CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF […] Obasanjo renews call for single African currency, laments Naira’s collapse Tribune Online

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8 h. ago SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign

Tribune Online SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Contrary to a report, the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) has dismissed claim that it demanded the resignation of the Minister of Finance and the coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr Wale Edun. It also restated its commitment and loyalty to the reform agenda of the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The clarification was […] SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Tribune Online

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