2 h. ago Universities, others engage in frauds, preventing students’ loans access—NOA

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has disclosed the uncovering of corrupt practices by some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with certain read more Universities, others engage in frauds, preventing students’ loans access—NOA

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2 h. ago Lagos State to establish $150m lithium battery assembly plant in Lekki, renewable energy university 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja In view of the irregular supply of electricity which has crippled businesses in Lagos State, the governor, Babatunde Sanwo Olu has promised to establish a $150 million Lithium Battery Assembly Plant at Lekki Free Trade Zone. He also vowed to set up a Renewable Energy University to boost local skills and […] The post Lagos State to establish $150m lithium battery assembly plant in Lekki, renewable energy university  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 2027: PDP govs playing Asiwaju’s spoiler game – Atiku’s coalition 

A coalition involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party governors rejected a proposed alliance and plan to field a weak candidate in the 2027 election to split opposition votes in favour of President Bola Tinubu. Read More

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3 h. ago Inside Kano’s N14bn power plant that hasn’t switched on in a decade

Ten years after its ground-breaking ceremony, the Independent Power Plant (IPP) in Kano State—designed as a strategic intervention to address read more Inside Kano’s N14bn power plant that hasn’t switched on in a decade

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5 h. ago Traditional institutions key to sustainable development — Ogun NITP chairman

The Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, Ogun State Chapter, Adefela Sogbesan, has called for a deeper collaboration between the institute and traditional institutions as well as academia to tackle the challenge of haphazard building and development, particularly as it relates to the fast-paced development of Ota and its environs in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Read More

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5 h. ago FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has intensified its clampdown on deceptive market practices, uncovering a growing trend read more FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

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5 h. ago NITP seeks collaboration to tackle haphazard development in Ogun

The Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, Ogun State Chapter, Adefela Sogbesan, has called for a deeper collaboration between the institute and traditional institutions as well as academia to tackle the challenge of haphazard building and development, particularly as it relates to the fast-paced development of Ota and its environs in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Read More

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6 h. ago ‘Abia Govt’s Planned Export Promotion Hub At Advanced Stage’

Abia State government’s plans to establish an export promotion hub in the state to increase its participation in international trade has reached an advanced stage. The special adviser to the governor on Trade, Commerce and Industry, Nwaka Inem stated this, yesterday, while speaking to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, the state capital. Nwaka had attended the inauguration, […]

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8 h. ago New Animal Feed Policy To Drive National Herd Growth To 398.9m Heads – FG

The federal government yesterday hinted at plans to double the national herd to 398.9 million heads by 2035 through the implementation of the newly developed National Animal Feeds and Fodder Policy (NAFFP). Minister of livestock development, Idi Maiha, stated this during the stakeholders meeting to validate the draft NAFFP document in Abuja. The minister described […]

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8 h. ago Buni Commissions Solar Power Plant In Yobe Varsity Teaching Hospital

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has commissioned a solar PV plant for the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH) Damaturu. The project was undertaken by the Federal Ministry of Power to complement the state government’s effort in providing uninterrupted power supply through renewable energy for high quality service in the hospital. The governor was […]

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11 h. ago Oil palm growers to replant 1.5m hectares on rising appetite

…As BUA, OOP, others ramp up investments Oil palm growers are planning to replant 1.5 million hectares of land over read more Oil palm growers to replant 1.5m hectares on rising appetite

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12 h. ago Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family

From Taiwo Oluwadare,  Ibadan Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has announced that the late elder statesman and former governor, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, will be accorded a state burial. During a condolence visit to Olunloyo’s residence in Molete, Ibadan, yesterday, he stated that government had appointed three officials to collaborate with the Olunloyo family in […] The post Makinde pledges state burial for Olunloyo, visits Adeojo’s family appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Family, Amotekun clash over suspect’s alleged torture to death

The family of Monday Joseph has called on the Ondo State Governor Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa and police authorities to investigate the death of one Monday Joseph who allegedly died in the custody of the state Security Network Agency also known as Amotekun. The family, through their lawyer, Mr Ibukun Fasanmi, filed a petition to the Read More

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15 h. ago NSC applauds Team Nigeria on success at ITTF Word Para Future tourney in Jordan

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has lauded the outstanding performance of Team Nigeria at the recently concluded ITTF World Para Future tournament in Amman, Jordan, where the nation displayed  its dominance in para table tennis by finishing among the top three teams globally. Over the three-day championship, Nigeria amassed a remarkable haul of five gold, […] The post NSC applauds Team Nigeria on success at ITTF Word Para Future tourney in Jordan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies

By John Ogunsemore Security agencies in the country have been charged to treat issues of domestic abuse as serious criminal offences rather than private family matters. This was part of resolutions and recommendations made at Nigeria’s first Men-Only Townhall Meeting held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Tuesday. A copy of the communique released […] The post Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago After Bassa killings, IGP deploys tactical team to reinforce security in Plateau

Following the recent deadly attacks in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State that claimed several lives, Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General read more After Bassa killings, IGP deploys tactical team to reinforce security in Plateau

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18 h. ago Makinde Announces Plans For State Funeral To Honor Olunloyo’s Legacy

On Tuesday, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, confirmed that Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor who passed away on April 6, will be honored with a state funeral that reflects his immense contributions to the state and the country. Makinde, during his condolence visit to the Olunloyo family in Ibadan, revealed that detailed plans were […] The post Makinde Announces Plans For State Funeral To Honor Olunloyo’s Legacy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, formerly part of the now-disbanded music group P-Square, has taken a swipe at his family following his testimony against his older brother, Jude Okoye, in a case involving financial misconduct. Jude and his company, Northside Music Limited, are currently facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations linked to […] The post “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago  I Wasn’t Employed Through Backdoor, But Formal Application Process – Eric Chelle

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has reacted to viral report claiming that he was employed to manage Nigerian senior national team through connections and not merit. Recall that Coach Chelle was appointed by Nigeria Football Federation after interim former interim manager, Augustine Eguavoen, who had been in charge of the Super Eagles during their successful […] The post  I Wasn’t Employed Through Backdoor, But Formal Application Process – Eric Chelle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago ‘Real family doesn’t manipulate,’ Peter Okoye says after testifying against brother in court

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – Read More

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