17 m. ago CNG Conversion: Lagos Govt Trains VIOs, Safety Commission Officers

Following the federal government’s directive to switch from premium motor spirit (PMS) to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the Lagos State government, through the safety commission, has organised a three-day training for Vehicle Inspection/Safety Commission Officers. Speaking at the opening of the training programme in Lagos, the Director General of the Safety Commission, Mr Lanre Mojola, […]

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34 m. ago Gov Mbah Inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, Harps On Inclusive Devt

Governor of Enugu State Peter Mbah has inaugurated the recently reconstituted Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, tasking the appointees with creating a productive and efficient local government system to ensure the success of the administration’s drive for inclusive development and prosperity. The Commission has Barr. Nana Ogbodo as chairman, Hon. Peter Nnaji as member […]

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53 m. ago Rivers crisis: I’m not bothered about leaving office – Fubara

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has said that the prospect of leaving office does not bother him as he believes that doing the right thing is the only option. Fubara, who bared his thoughts following the 48-hour ultimatum given by the Martin Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly for him to present the 2025 […] The post Rivers crisis: I’m not bothered about leaving office – Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Gov Mbah inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, harps on inclusive development

Governor Peter Mbah has inaugurated the recently reconstituted Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, tasking the appointees on a productive and efficient local government system to ensure the success of the administration’s drive for inclusive development and prosperity. The Commission has Barr. Nana Ogbodo as Chairman, Hon. Peter Nnaji as Member I, Mrs. Florence Igboji […] The post Gov Mbah inaugurates Local Govt Service Commission, harps on inclusive development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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95 m. ago Edo guber: Tribunal reserves judgment in PDP, Ighodalo’s petition seeking to nullify Okpebholo’s election

Tribune Online Edo guber: Tribunal reserves judgment in PDP, Ighodalo’s petition seeking to nullify Okpebholo’s election THE Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, on Monday reserved judgment in the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Mr Asue Ighodalo, challenging the declaration of Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressive Congress (APC) as the winner of the September 21, 2024 election in the state. […] Edo guber: Tribunal reserves judgment in PDP, Ighodalo’s petition seeking to nullify Okpebholo’s election Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt

Tribune Online Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt Following reports claiming the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at 89, the Oyo State Government has dismissed it as rumour.  Reacting to the media reports, the Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, assured the public that the referred monarch is alive and in good health. He said, “Yes, […] Olubadan: Oba Olakulehin is alive, hale and hearty — Oyo govt Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Osun LG crisis would have been avoided if —Adebayo, state APM chairman

Tribune Online Osun LG crisis would have been avoided if —Adebayo, state APM chairman Mr Wale Adebayo is the Chairman of Allied Peoples Movement, (APM) and the Immediate past chairman of the Inter Party Advisory Council, (IPAC) Osun state chapter, in this in interview with Rukiyat Ogunwade, he speaks on the crisis rocking the state over the administration of local government councils, efforts at making his party popular and […] Osun LG crisis would have been avoided if —Adebayo, state APM chairman Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Lagos Assembly crisis: Obasa reclaims speakership as Meranda resigns, returns as deputy speaker

• Lawmakers bid her farewell   By Sunday Ani The crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly appears to have given way to peace with the resignation of the Speaker, Mojisola Meranda and the return of the impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. In what many saw as a surprise and unexpected move, Meranda, after 49 […] The post Lagos Assembly crisis: Obasa reclaims speakership as Meranda resigns, returns as deputy speaker appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos Assembly Speaker crisis: Nigerians await next move as Obasa returns, Meranda resigns

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly Speaker crisis: Nigerians await next move as Obasa returns, Meranda resigns •Meranda bowns to pressures from party, reverts to deputy,•Lawmakers eulogise her giant strides within 49 days in office AFTER weeks of intense intrigues andmanoeuvers  among main stakeholders and power brokers in Lagos State, Honourable Mudashiru Obasa on Monday regained his seat as the speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. His dramatic reinstatement, which […] Lagos Assembly Speaker crisis: Nigerians await next move as Obasa returns, Meranda resigns Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 2025 NiMET rainfall prediction: Oyo govt sensitises farmers to adopt climate

Tribune Online 2025 NiMET rainfall prediction: Oyo govt sensitises farmers to adopt climate -resilient practices •Reveals 100 communities soil testing result As part of its proactive measures to ensure food security and sustainable agricultural practices, Oyo State Government has trained farmers on climate-resilient practices, in line with the 2025 rainfall prediction by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). Speaking on the importance of the training to farmers and the state at […] 2025 NiMET rainfall prediction: Oyo govt sensitises farmers to adopt climate -resilient practices Tribune Online

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5 h. ago African workers to IMF, World Bank: Cancel the debt, save our future

Tribune Online African workers to IMF, World Bank: Cancel the debt, save our future WORKERS across Africa have called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank to cancel debts owed by African nations, arguing that the financial burdens threaten the future of unborn generations and undermine social justice. The demand was made by Comrade Akhator Joel Odigie, General Secretary of the African Regional Organisation of the […] African workers to IMF, World Bank: Cancel the debt, save our future Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Edo Election: Tribunal Reserves Judgement In PDP, Ighodalo’s Petition Against Gov. Okpebholo 

The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, has reserved judgement in the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Mr Asue Ighodalo, challenging the outcome of the Sept. 21, 2024, governorship election in the state. Justice Wilfred Kpochi-led three-member tribunal reserved the judgement after counsels in the […]

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6 h. ago HIGH COST OF MEDICAL CARE More Nigerians Facing Health Concerns Over Self

Economic pressure is forcing more Nigerians to resort to self-medication which is exposing them to more health hazards. Medical experts have cautioned that Nigerians, who have continued to disregard warnings of medical experts on the dangers of self-medication, a practice of using drugs or remedies without a proper diagnosis or a physician’s prescription, face a […]

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6 h. ago Lagos commuters lament crowded pedestrian bridge, seek govt intervention

A large crowd of commuters were on Monday sighted on an alternative pedestrian bridge in the Oshodi area of Lagos State. PUNCH Metro learnt this was due to the closure of the pedestrian bridge linking Oshodi Bus Terminals 2 and 3. The Lagos State Government had ordered the bridge’s immediate closure in January, citing concerns Read More

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6 h. ago Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms

Tribune Online Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms A coalition of African trade unions, civil society organizations, women’s rights groups, and children’s advocates has issued a strong call for debt justice and economic reforms in Africa, decrying the crushing burden of unsustainable debt that continued to strangle African economies and deprive millions of citizens of their basic rights. This urgent appeal was led […] Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Group seeks stronger financial base to improve West African aviation safety

Tribune Online Group seeks stronger financial base to improve West African aviation safety The Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety Oversight Organization (BAGASOO) is seeking a stronger financial base to improve aviation safety in the West African region. Group seeks stronger financial base to improve West African aviation safety Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance

Tribune Online Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance Borno State Government, in partnership with Oxfam International, has launched a $1.2 million project to promote inclusive governance and representation of marginalized groups in decision-making processes in two Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. Speaking at the launch, Samuel Lashom, Oxfam’s Project Coordinator in Nigeria, said the project aims to strengthen democratic principles and […] Borno govt, Oxfam launch $1.2m project to deepen inclusive governance Tribune Online

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9 h. ago S’Court verdict: Ijaw people ready to defend Fubara, INC tells Tinubu 

Tribune Online S’Court verdict: Ijaw people ready to defend Fubara, INC tells Tinubu  The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has condemned the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Rivers State political crisis, warning that it could lead to widespread instability in the Niger Delta.  The INC, through its President, Prof. Benjamin Okaba, declared that the judgment failed to acknowledge the historical and political sacrifices made by the Ijaw people […] S’Court verdict: Ijaw people ready to defend Fubara, INC tells Tinubu  Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt

Tribune Online Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt "It is important to seek the assistance or support of the members of the public to help ASEPA and other agencies of government, for that matter, to monitor government assets." Waste disposal management, our principal achievement — Abia govt Tribune Online

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10 h. ago No big deal about increase in National Assembly budget – Senate Spokesman

says no sexual harassment petition before the Senate From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate Spokesperson, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, has dismissed concerns over the increase in the National Assembly’s budget, stating that the adjustment aligns with national financial trends and is not excessive. Speaking on Arise Television’s The Morning Show, on Monday, Adaramodu emphasised that the […] The post No big deal about increase in National Assembly budget – Senate Spokesman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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