2 h. ago Increased funding needed to bridge airport infrastructure deficit –Emiola, FAAN’s HR Director

By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com With stakeholders raising concerns over aging airport facilities amid growing passenger demand, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has called for increased funding to bridge critical infrastructure gaps. The valid appeal has become vital because sustained underinvestment could undermine operational efficiency and jeopardise Nigeria’s standing in regional and global […] The post Increased funding needed to bridge airport infrastructure deficit –Emiola, FAAN’s HR Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Assembly Crises: Again, Reps Give Benue, Zamfara Governors 7 Days

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State and his Zamfara State counterparts, Governor Dauda Lawal, and the leadership of the two Houses of Assembly, have been given another grace to appear before the House of Representatives Panel on Thursday, 14th May, 2025. The two Governors and the leadership of their various Houses of Assembly were absent […]

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4 h. ago Jigawa signs into effect O&M model for CRIBS in PHCs, primary schools

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Operation and Maintenance (O&M) model for primary healthcare centrs (PHCs) and primary schools, the first of its kind, has come into effect in Jigawa State. Secretary to Government of Jigawa State, Malam Bala Ibrahim, signed into effect the O&M model for PHCs and primary schools on April 25, 2025, in Dutse. […] The post Jigawa signs into effect O&M model for CRIBS in PHCs, primary schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures

By Eze Onyekpere The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) is charged inter alia with the responsibility of ensuring transparency and accountability in budgeting and federal government’s fiscal operations. In accordance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA), the BOF is even at the centre of monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the annual budget, assessment […] The post 2025 Appropriation Act, fiscal risk and cost control measures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Govs Alia, Lawal, Others Shun National Assembly Hearing Over Benue, Zamfara Assembly Crises

The Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, and his Zamfara State counterpart, Dauda Lawal, along with the leaderships of their respective State Houses of Assembly, were on Thursday absent at the investigative hearing of House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions in Abuja. The governors and leaderships of their State legislatures were to explain […]

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12 h. ago EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 98 suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated sting operations across Enugu and Kwara States. The Enugu Zonal Directorate apprehended 51 suspects, including three females, in the Premier Layout area of the Enugu State capital. Items recovered included 18 luxury cars, laptops, […] The post EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested a suspected traffic robber for allegedly stealing N20 million worth of hair from a moving truck on the CMS-Marina Bridge. In a statement on Thursday by the Command’s Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that a robbery syndicate member was apprehended in Marina’s car pack with a large sack […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Stealing Hair Worth N20m From Moving Truck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Sam Mbakwe Airport hosts first international flight on May 9

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Sam Mbakwe International Airport in Owerri, Imo State, will host its inaugural international flight on May 9, nearly four decades after its establishment in 1983. The milestone follows extensive upgrades to the runway and facilities, including night landing capabilities, led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma. Imo State Commissioner for Information, […] The post Sam Mbakwe Airport hosts first international flight on May 9 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Foreign Herders Behind Attacks In Benue, Plateau, Others — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that violent attacks on local communities and killings of farmers in Plateau, Benue and others are perpetrated by foreign herders. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye stated this on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists on the identities of armed herders attacking farming communities in Nigeria. Communities […]

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13 h. ago Over 371 new hospitals, filling stations, malls get permits for operations in Lagos

At least 371 new hospitals, shopping malls, filling stations, and schools have secured permits to build and begin operations in read more Over 371 new hospitals, filling stations, malls get permits for operations in Lagos

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14 h. ago Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi and Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government plans to issue a N250 billion Sovereign Green Bond in October 2025, with a N50 billion bond scheduled for late May, Environment Minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal announced at the eighth Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Nigeria, the first African nation to launch a Sovereign Green […] The post Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Troops Arrest Wanted Gunrunner Buhari, 5 Others, Kill IPOB Leader Eze

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said the Nigerian troops arrested a wanted gunrunner and kidnap kingpin Buhari Umar who was allegedly terrorising Gombe, Bauchi, Plateau and Kaduna States. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye disclosed this on Thursday while briefing journalists on military operations for the month of April. Major General Kangye also said […]

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16 h. ago Troops foil oil theft worth N1.93bn, rescue 173 kidnap victims, nab 430 suspects across Nigeria

Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE, a military task force focused on curbing oil theft and securing the Niger Delta region. read more Troops foil oil theft worth N1.93bn, rescue 173 kidnap victims, nab 430 suspects across Nigeria

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16 h. ago Kebbi Governor Idris approves ₦1.1bn for gratuities, death benefits

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has approved ₦1,138,177,993.11 for gratuities and death benefits for 459 beneficiaries. The funds cover state and contract staff, local government workers, and Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) employees who retired or died between September 16 and December 15, 2024. Rashidu Muhammad Bala, on behalf […] The post Kebbi Governor Idris approves ₦1.1bn for gratuities, death benefits appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago We’ll Airlift Oyo Hajj Pilgrims From Ibadan Airport From 2026 — Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared that intending pilgrims performing the 2026 Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from the state will be airlifted directly from the Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Ibadan, the state capital. Governor Makinde who stated this during the farewell ceremony for the Oyo State Hajj 2025 intending […]

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23 h. ago Kebbi, First Bank collaborate on industrialisation, economic development

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State government is collaborating with First Bank of Nigeria Plc to boost industrialisation and economic growth. The partnership aligns with Governor Nasir Idris’ vision for human and infrastructural development. Governor Idris announced this during a courtesy visit by First Bank’s Managing Director, Mr Olusegun Olabiyesu, at the Government […] The post Kebbi, First Bank collaborate on industrialisation, economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Governor Dr Dauda Lawal has declared a state of emergency on all primary healthcare centres across the state. The announcement followed his unscheduled visits to three facilities to assess the quality of services provided. The Ministry of Health’s Information Officer, Suleiman Isah, shared this in a statement. Governor Lawal […] The post Zamfara: Governor Lawal declares state of emergency on primary healthcare centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a major push to transform agriculture in Northern Nigeria, the Federal Government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement to launch the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN). The initiative targets nine northern states – Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara- with the goal […] The post FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago SEC begins tech adoption assessment for capital market operators

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has commenced a comprehensive technology adoption survey targeted at registered Capital Market Operators (CMOs), in a bid to boost innovation and efficiency within the Nigerian capital market. In a circular released on Wednesday, the Commission said the assessment aims to evaluate how extensively CMOs are embracing advanced technologies in […] The post SEC begins tech adoption assessment for capital market operators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary

Prominent Lagos monarch, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, Oniru of Iruland, yesterday, led a visit to Terra Kulture, as part of activities lined up to celebrate his fifth coronation anniversary. The visit is one of several institutional engagements scheduled in the lead-up to the anniversary, which holds on June 7. Oba Lawal acknowledged the […] The post Oniru visits Terra Kulture ahead of 5th coronation anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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