1 hour ago ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion

Tribune Online ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Thursday reaffirmed total commitment to regional security with a pledge  to ensure the subregion’s safety and stability.   The Chairman of the Committee and Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, stated this while speaking at the closing ceremony […] ECOWAS CDS reaffirm total commitment towards securing subregion Tribune Online

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2 h. ago ECOWAS defence chiefs reaffirm commitment to regional security

The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States have reiterated their commitment to regional security, vowing to enhance peacekeeping and counter-terrorism efforts across the subregion. The renewed pledge came during the closing ceremony of the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff in Abuja. The Read More

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2 h. ago Nigeria records boost in social protection as UNICEF, EU, ILO, launch €13m initiative

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance Nigeria’s social protection landscape, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the International Labour Organisation (ILO), and the European Union (EU) have launched the “Supporting Sustainable Social Protection Systems in Nigeria” (SUSI) project. The SUSI project, funded by the EU at €13 million ($14,071,200), aims to deliver […] The post Nigeria records boost in social protection as UNICEF, EU, ILO, launch €13m initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety

Tribune Online Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety He said “On behalf of the good people of Ondo State, I commiserate with the affected families. We assure residents and farmers that now that the government is here, we will secure the area and bring the culprits to justice. Bandits attack: Aiyedatiwa assures Ondo communities of safety Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Ondo Attacks: Gov Aiyedatiwa Assures Residents Of Maximum Security

Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa has assured residents of government’s intervention following the brutal attack on Alajido and Sunday Camp Farm settlements in Akure North Local government area of the state. Aiyedatiwa who equally assured residents of the affected areas of immediate security measures and amelioration of their plights, described the incident as an […]

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9 h. ago Zulum pledges to resuscitate Biu Dam to boost irrigation farming

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has pledged to revitalise the Biu Dam affer 30 years of abandonment to enhance read more Zulum pledges to resuscitate Biu Dam to boost irrigation farming

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9 h. ago 2027: Political opponents will suffer worst defeat against Kaduna gov – ALGON

The Chairman of the Kaduna State chapter of the Association of Local Governments Of Nigeria Jamilu Albani, has stated that Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State will defeat political opponents in the governorship election come 2027 even as he pledged total support of chairmen to the governor. Albani spoke after the breaking of the Ramadan Read More

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11 h. ago NCAA at 25: We need to embrace new technologies to boost Nigerian aviation – Najomo

By Chinelo Obogo As the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) celebrated its 25th anniversary, the Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, emphasised the critical need to embrace new technologies to drive the future of Nigeria’s aviation industry. The anniversary symposium, held in Abuja recently, with the theme ‘Human Capital Development: Upskilling the Next Generation […] The post NCAA at 25: We need to embrace new technologies to boost Nigerian aviation – Najomo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Kebbi gov pledges swift resettlement for Lakurawa attack victims

Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, has assured victims of the recent Lakurawa attacks in Arewa Local Government Area that his administration will take swift action to resettle them in their communities. Idris made this pledge on Wednesday during a condolence visit to the Internally Displaced Persons camp in Kangiwa, Kebbi State. The camp shelters Read More

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14 h. ago Regulatory Reforms Boost $17bn FDI To Nigeria In 2024 – NNPC

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has called on global investors to direct their attention to the Nigerian oil and gas sector as the nation is now an investors’ haven owing to the robust regulatory reforms and the investment-friendly policies of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration. The executive vice president, Upstream, Udy […]

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18 h. ago AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa

Tribune Online AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa     THE African Development Bank (AfDB) and International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on Wednesday signed a 27-million-dollar agreement to finance the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Phase II programme. Dr Abdul Kamara, the director-general, Nigeria AfDB Group, who said this at the signing ceremony, reaffirmed the AfDB’s commitment to advancing agricultural transformation […] AfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to boost agricultural transformation in Africa Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Examining military’s onslaught against oil theft in Niger Delta

DELE OGUNYEMI examines the military’s renewed crackdown on Niger Delta oil theft and illegal refineries to boost crude production to between 2.5 and 3 million barrels daily and strengthen the economy In a renewed push against crude oil theft, the Nigerian military forces have intensified action to ensure a crackdown on all illegal refining sites Read More

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20 h. ago TETFund takes steps to boost power supply in tertiary institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) said it has commenced realistic steps to improve power supply in tertiary institutions across the country. It said the initiative was part of a commitment to support the government’s efforts to have a steady power supply to tertiary institutions across the country. Chairman, Board of Trustees […] The post TETFund takes steps to boost power supply in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Anchor Borrowers: Court dismisses 31,309 farmers’ suit against bank

The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a N374bn agricultural loan suit filed by the Ginger Growers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria against Keystone Bank over claims related to the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme. The Anchor Borrowers’ Programme, launched by the CBN in 2015, was designed to support smallholder farmers by linking them Read More

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23 h. ago Kebbi governor pledges to rebuild villages after Lakurawa attack

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has promised to rebuild some of the villages burnt by the Lakurawa terrorists and provide the necessary financial assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Arewa Local Government Area. Idris stated this during his sympathy visit to the temporary IDP camp at Kangiwa, the […] The post Kebbi governor pledges to rebuild villages after Lakurawa attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Makinde Pledges Support For Victims Of Oyo Market Fire Incident

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has commiserated with traders who lost their properties in a fire outbreak that occurred midnight of Wednesday at the popular Alesinloye Market in Ibadan, offering immediate support for the victims. The governor who was represented by his deputy, Barr Bayo Lawal, expressed the government’s sympathy to the victims of the […]

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25 h. ago FIRS commits to enhancing economic revitalization initiatives in Niger

Tribune Online FIRS commits to enhancing economic revitalization initiatives in Niger The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has pledged its support to the Niger State government in revitalizing the local economy through agricultural initiatives. FIRS commits to enhancing economic revitalization initiatives in Niger Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors

Tribune Online Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors According to the Governor, “Mr. Tang Zhangwei led a group of companies to Zamfara State to foster bilateral collaboration in critical sectors to drive economic growth. Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors Tribune Online

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27 h. ago NERC inaugurates grid review panel to boost power sector operations

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has inaugurated the Grid Code Review Panel (GCRP) to promote efficient power sector operations. read more NERC inaugurates grid review panel to boost power sector operations

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27 h. ago Zamfara government collaborates with Chinese firms to boost security, agriculture, transport, mining sectors

Zamfara State government has entered into partnership with Chinese firms to secure advanced surveillance technology and enhance the state’s agriculture, transportation and mining sectors. A Government House statement explained that the development is part of fallout of Governor Dauda Lawal’s recent working visit to China where his delegation engaged with Zhong Zhao International Group, Phoenix […] The post Zamfara government collaborates with Chinese firms to boost security, agriculture, transport, mining sectors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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