3 h. ago Wike inaugurates ₦50bn phase II water treatment plant in FCT

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has inaugurated the rehabilitated ₦50 billion Phase 2 Water Treatment Plant read more Wike inaugurates ₦50bn phase II water treatment plant in FCT

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3 h. ago Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike

Tribune Online Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike “When you say Mr President is unapproachable, and the government is unapproachable, what do you call government?” Wike asked... Babachir Lawal turned against Tinubu because of VP slot — Wike Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Wike Defends Tinubu Against Critics, Says President Approachable

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticisms of leading an unapproachable administration, asserting that the structure of government is designed for citizens to engage with ministers and aides, not solely the president. Wike, who appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday, argued […]

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4 h. ago 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike

By Seyi Babalola Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, believes former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential aspirations is dead on arrival. Wike, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today show on Tuesday, stated that Nigerians will not give Amaechi a chance in the 2027 election. Amaechi, a member of the African Democratic Congress […] The post 2027: Amaechi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival, says Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing

Tribune Online Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing The rescue operation has been aided by dam management efforts, which have held back the waters and significantly reduced the water level.... Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike

Babachir Lawal had recently criticised the Bola Tinubu administration over its performance and governance style. The post Babachir Angry With Tinubu Because He Didn’t Get VP Slot — Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant

Tribune Online Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant The project, Wike noted, will significantly expand the dam’s carrying capacity and boost water supply to Abuja residents.... Wike inaugurates N50bn rehabilitated Usuma Dam treatment plant Tribune Online

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7 h. ago ‘No Amount Of Blackmail Will Stop Us’ Wike Chides Civil Servants, ‘Fake’ Contractors

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has vowed that no amount of intimidation or blackmail would derail his focus on infrastructure development. The FCT Minister stated this on Tuesday while commissioning the newly rehabilitated Phase 2 of the Lower Usuma Dam Water Treatment Plant in Bwari area council. Wike’s statement was a […]

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9 h. ago IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The International Organization for Migration (IOM), has commended the Nigerian Government for its leadership role in implementing Operation Safe Corridor, a model for rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant terrorists that has now expanded beyond the North East to the North West and North Central regions. IOM Deputy Director General Operations, […] The post IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Gombe: Governor Yahaya’s 3G Project plants 10,500 trees to Green Tumfure

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe State Government has planted 10,500 trees across newly constructed roads and residential areas in Tumfure community under the Gombe Goes Green (3G) Project, a flagship initiative of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. The 3G Project, launched in 2019, aims to plant one million trees annually to combat desertification, restore degraded […] The post Gombe: Governor Yahaya’s 3G Project plants 10,500 trees to Green Tumfure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has authorised a significant subsidy to reduce the cost of dialysis treatment for Nigerians, cutting the price per session from N50,000 to N12,000. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on thousands of Nigerians suffering from kidney-related illnesses. Special Adviser on Policy Information, Daniel Bwala, announced […] The post Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nigeria–China Partnership Backs $550m Inner Galaxy Expansion

The Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has backed Inner Galaxy Steel Company, which has embarked on a $550 million expansion plan to establish a new plant in Ogun State with a projected annual output of 2 million metric tons (MMT). The announcement was made during the director-general of the NCSP, Joseph Tegbe’s official visit to Inner […]

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21 h. ago Inside CBN’s roadmap for smarter, digitally empowered Nigeria

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria, the most populous and vibrant black nation on earth, is still digitally deficient judging by any metric. Currently, over 40 per cent of the adult population remains financially excluded and economic opportunities are unevenly distributed. To address this imbalance and plant the nation on a progress path, the Central Bank of […] The post Inside CBN’s roadmap for smarter, digitally empowered Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Kano govt inaugurates committee to tackle out of school children problem

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Government has inaugurated an 18-member committee to address the crisis of Out-of-School children in the state. Daily Sun reports that since the inception of the administration several interventions have been made by government, development partners and other civil society organizations to curtail the problem. Inaugurating the committee on Monday, […] The post Kano govt inaugurates committee to tackle out of school children problem appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Federal Gov’t Worries Over Deteriorating Humanitarian Crisis

The Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Tanko Sununu has expressed concern over Nigeria’s deteriorating humanitarian crisis with more than three million people internally displaced as a result of flooding, insecurity and other natural disasters. Speaking during the inauguration of the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on Flood Management and Response, […]

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28 h. ago Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA

Tribune Online Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA To enhance the effectiveness of the operation, the management of Goronyo Dam has temporarily closed the dam for two days... Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA Tribune Online

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29 h. ago JAMB Inaugurates Special Committee To Probe 2025 Exam Malpractice

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Monday inaugurated a 23-member special committee. The committee is tasked with investigating technology-driven malpractice detected during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Speaking at the inauguration in Abuja on Monday, JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, expressed concern over the growing sophistication of exam fraud. He disclosed […] The post JAMB Inaugurates Special Committee To Probe 2025 Exam Malpractice appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Wike did not award N5.2bn contract to local contractors — Olayinka

Tribune Online Wike did not award N5.2bn contract to local contractors — Olayinka A team of indigenous contractors who claimed to be owed over N5.2 billion on Monday stormed the gate of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) demanding payment. Wike did not award N5.2bn contract to local contractors — Olayinka Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Wike debunks claims of awarding N5bn contracts to local contractors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations that he awarded N5 billion worth of contracts to local contractors.  According to a statement by his Senior Special Assistant Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, no contract under the current administration has been awarded to local contractors, and […] The post Wike debunks claims of awarding N5bn contracts to local contractors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Nigeria, seven others to pioneer first malaria treatment for newborns

Nigeria is among eight African countries to pioneer the rollout of the world’s first malaria treatment designed specifically for newborns, read more Nigeria, seven others to pioneer first malaria treatment for newborns

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