42 m. ago FULL TEXT: Tinubu signs N54.99tn 2025 budget, pledges economic stability

President Bola Tinubu on Friday signed the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 Budget of Restoration into law, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to economic recovery, fiscal discipline, and national development. Speaking at the signing ceremony in Abuja, Tinubu highlighted key priorities, including security, infrastructure, and social welfare, while vowing to sustain reforms that drive growth and stability. Here Read More

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2 h. ago Police arrest five suspects over killing of four Edo farmers

The Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested five suspects who were allegedly involved in the killings of farmers in two separate communities in the State. Recall that two persons were killed in Eware Community in  Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State  on Thursday by suspected Fulani  herdsmen, and two Read More

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3 h. ago Food insecurity: Farmers’ group to cultivate 900,000 hectares of land

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja A farmers’ group, Green Revolution Farmers Feed the Nation Foundation (GRFFNF) has said it intends to cultivate 150,000 hectares of farmland in each of the six geopolitical zones across the country through its Green Rewards Farm Settlement initiative. The Director General of the group, Jonathan Okwudiri, who disclosed this at a […] The post Food insecurity: Farmers’ group to cultivate 900,000 hectares of land appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president

Tribune Online Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president Deputy Senate President, Senator Jubril Barau, has stated that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu's administration is aimed at providing food for all through improved agricultural practices. Tinubu committed to food security — Agric minister, Deputy Senate president Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Imo govt begins clampdown on non indigenous native doctors, shrines

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Imo State government may have joined its Anambra counterpart in the fight against traditionalists hiding under the cloak of tradition to defraud inocent residents as its State Council of traditional rulers after an emergency meeting held at the council secretariat ordered for the immediate dismantling of shrines belonging to native doctors […] The post Imo govt begins clampdown on non indigenous native doctors, shrines appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1

Tribune Online Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1 The Ologbotsere Descendants of Warri Kingdom have declared a traditional fasting period across Itsekiri land, set to commence tomorrow, Saturday, 1 March. Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1 Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Women farmers, journalists, traditional rulers push for sustainable agriculture

The Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has partnered with the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) and read more Women farmers, journalists, traditional rulers push for sustainable agriculture

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9 h. ago FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills

Tribune Online FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills The initiative seeks to close the business skills gap and improve sustainable animal health services, particularly within communities. FAO empowers veterinary professionals with entrepreneurial skills Tribune Online

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11 h. ago PHOTOS: Teachers, six pupils seriously injured in lone bus accident in Ibadan

Tribune Online PHOTOS: Teachers, six pupils seriously injured in lone bus accident in Ibadan   At least three teachers and six school pupils sustained serious injuries after a bus transporting students from Zenith Group of School, Akeyo, Muslim area in Ibadan, Oyo State, for an excursion was involved in a lone accident along Akala Expressway area in Ibadan.  The accident occurred in the early hours of Friday when the […] PHOTOS: Teachers, six pupils seriously injured in lone bus accident in Ibadan Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Chevron Nigeria To Sustain Deepwater Oil Exploration In Nigeria

Chevron Nigeria’s chairman and managing director, Jim Swartz has said, the company is committed to sustainable deepwater oil drilling in Nigeria, and also highlighting other measures to mitigate production decline in other key assets. Swartz made the remarks while receiving ‘Sustainable Energy Business award ‘ at the eight edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit […]

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15 h. ago At Cameroon Meeting, Elumelu Seeks Strategic Partnership To Boost African Economy

The chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, and Heirs Holdings Group Tony Elumelu, has emphasised the need for a strategic and collaborative approach to drive sustainable economic growth across the African continent. According to him, to see the kind of growth needed in Cameroon specifically and in Africa generally, governments, private sector leaders, and […]

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15 h. ago Africa’s Gas Revolution Hinges On Strategic Policy Framework– Ekpo

Minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has called for a robust and strategic policy framework to unlock Africa’s vast gas resources and ensure energy security, economic diversification, and sustainable industrialisation. Speaking at the Nigerian International Energy Summit (NIES) in Abuja on Thursday, Ekpo stated that with over 600 trillion cubic feet of […]

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16 h. ago Yoruba Traditional Leaders In North Disown Arigbabuwo’s Leadership Claim

The Association of Yoruba Traditional Leaders and Obas in the Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has distanced itself from Ambassador Muhammed Arigbabuwo, dismissing his claim as chairman of a supposed Council of Yoruba Traditional Obas and Chiefs in the region. The association, through the secretary-general, Oba Abdulrahim Jimoh Alao Yusuf, the Oba […]

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16 h. ago Why we renamed NYSC camp after renowned educationist – Bauchi gov

The Bauchi State Government has explained the rationale behind renaming the National Youth Service Corps permanent orientation camp in the state after a renowned educationist, Mallam Yusuf Muhammad Baba. The decision was reached during a State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Bala Mohammed. While briefing the journalists on the decision on Thursday, the Bauchi Read More

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17 h. ago The leadership margin: Creating space for strategic thinking and sustainable success

There comes a point in every leader’s journey when the weight of responsibility starts to feel suffocating. The calendar overflows read more The leadership margin: Creating space for strategic thinking and sustainable success

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17 h. ago NWFL: Rivers to file complaint after Adamawa’s coach accusations

Rivers Angels are set to file an official complaint to the Nigeria Women Football League over accusations of match manipulation made by Adamawa Queens coach, Dadeino Heman, following their 6-0 defeat in Port Harcourt, The PUNCH reports.  Heman had accused the seven-time NWFL champions of using referees to secure victory despite acknowledging that Rivers Angels Read More

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18 h. ago Jobberman, experts task businesses on growth amid uncertainty

Jobberman in collaboration with industry and economic experts have advised business executives to adopt high agency, strategic adaptability, and proactive planning to navigate the economic uncertainties of 2025. Speaking at the Jobberman Business Breakfast for C-Suite Executives in Lagos on Thursday, they outlined actionable strategies for sustainability and growth amid evolving challenges. Managing Director of Read More

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22 h. ago Lawmaker provides agric inputs to farmers, boost food security in Gombe

The Member representing Billiri/Balanga Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Ali Isa, has provided dry-season farmers with agricultural inputs to boost yield and ensure food security. Arewa PUNCH reports that Isa, who doubles as the Minority Whip of the 10th Assembly, disclosed that the items distributed were carefully selected to boost agriculture and mitigate Read More

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22 h. ago Obasa apologises for assault on DSS operatives at Lagos assembly

Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has apologised to the Department of State Services and the Nigerian Police Force for the attack on their officers at the Assembly on February 17. Obasa issued the apology in a statement made available to journalists on Thursday. He described the assault as unfortunate. Read More

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28 h. ago Tinubu’s wife flags off second phase of women empowerment in Niger

Tribune Online Tinubu’s wife flags off second phase of women empowerment in Niger According to Fatima Umaru Bago, “Women are the backbone of our homes and communities; hence, when you empower a woman, you empower a family, and when families are strong, society thrives.” Tinubu’s wife flags off second phase of women empowerment in Niger Tribune Online

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