1 hour ago Mining Office Generates N6.95bn From Reforms, Digitisation In Q1

The Nigerian Mining Cadastre Office (MCO) has announced a revenue of over N6.95 billion for the first quarter of 2025, which it attributed to sweeping reforms, full digitisation, and a firm push for transparency in the solid minerals sector. Speaking in an interview with journalists in Abuja, Director General of MCO, Engr. Obadiah Simon-Nkom, said […]

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2 h. ago Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape rearrested in South Africa

Timothy Omotoso, a Nigerian pastor who was recently acquitted of rape charges, was rearrested by South African police on Saturday. Per the latest reports, Omotoso was apprehended over immigration offences, as revealed by police in South Africa. The clergyman was released in April, nine years after his imprisonment following his trial on charges of raping […] The post Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape rearrested in South Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NNPC, Dangote To Promote Healthy Competition For National Prosperity

As part of ongoing efforts to promote mutually beneficial partnerships and foster healthy competition, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals (DPRP) have pledged to deepen collaboration aimed at ensuring Nigeria’s energy security and advancing shared prosperity for Nigerians. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the […]

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4 h. ago ‘Nigeria First’ Policy Will Boost GDP By 56% – Manufacturers

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has described the federal government’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy directive as a long-awaited relief to the nation’s manufacturers, adding that, if well implemented, it would scale investments, and potentially boost GDP by 56 per cent, reduce unemployment by 37 per cent, and increase firms’ willingness to employ from 1.5 percent to […]

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5 h. ago ECOWAS Court Rules Against Shatta Wale In Discrimination Lawsuit Against Ghana

Ghanaian singer Charles Mensah, better known as Shatta Wale, has had his discrimination case against his home country dismissed by the ECOWAS Court of Justice sitting in Osborne, Lagos State. Judgment was delivered by the court in case number ECW/CCJ/APP/25/24. The lawsuit was brought by the musician against the Republic of Ghana and its Gaming […] The post ECOWAS Court Rules Against Shatta Wale In Discrimination Lawsuit Against Ghana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Chinese govt expresses regret over Nigerian Athletes’ inability to participate in Guangzhou World Athletics Relays

…Says statement issued by AFN clearly inconsistent with facts From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Embassy of China in Nigeria has expressed regret over the inability of Nigerian athletes to participate in the Guangzhou World Athletics Relays from May 10 to 11, 2025 as a result of issuance of visas. This was even as the Embassy […] The post Chinese govt expresses regret over Nigerian Athletes’ inability to participate in Guangzhou World Athletics Relays appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Hajj 2025: First batch of 420 Kebbi pilgrims departs to Saudi Arabia

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The first batch of 420 pilgrims from Kebbi State to this year’s Hajj departed the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport, Birnin Kebbi, with a direct flight to Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims were onboard Flynas Airline, Airbus A380-900 series, and all the pilgrims were in possession of their Basic Travel […] The post Hajj 2025: First batch of 420 Kebbi pilgrims departs to Saudi Arabia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Meet Inya Lawal, entrepreneur empowering businesses to get global visibility

Inya Lawal is a social entrepreneur with a mission to create meaningful change. She is the founder of Ascend Studios read more Meet Inya Lawal, entrepreneur empowering businesses to get global visibility

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5 h. ago EU, UN Agencies Launch €60m Health, Social Projects In Sokoto

The European Union (EU), in partnership with the United Nations (UN) and the the Nigerian government, has launched three transformative projects aimed at strengthening health services, social protection and community resilience in Sokoto State and across the country. The launch, which took place at the Sokoto Government House, drew high-level participation including the EU Ambassador, […]

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7 h. ago 10 Nigerian employment laws every worker and employer should know

Understanding your rights and responsibilities in the workplace is essential for both employers and employees in Nigeria. Several important laws read more 10 Nigerian employment laws every worker and employer should know

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8 h. ago Cynthia Osajibenedict speaks on deep, emotional stories about people’s hidden lives in new book

Popular Nigerian author Cynthia ‘Tasha’ Osajibenedict has released her fourth book, titled If These Eyes Could Talk. The new novel read more Cynthia Osajibenedict speaks on deep, emotional stories about people’s hidden lives in new book

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13 h. ago Atula unveils veterans’ blueprint to boost Nigerian wrestling

By Emma Njoku President of Veteran Wrestlers Association of Nigeria, Chief Morris Atula, has unveiled the association’s blueprint towards ensuring that Nigerian wrestlers rank among the best in the world. Atula, who is aspiring to be the next president of the Nigerian Wresting Federation, said veteran wrestlers have resolved to work with top officials of […] The post Atula unveils veterans’ blueprint to boost Nigerian wrestling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Tinubu’s Communication Team Reviews Performance, Sets New Targets

The Federal Government’s National Communication Team, chaired by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has conducted a comprehensive mid-term performance review. The review, part of the team’s commitment to transparency and accountability in public communication, assessed the effectiveness of its strategies in disseminating government policies, programmes, and achievements to both the Nigerian […]

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16 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama Vows To Go To Jail Over Continued Neglect

Controversy has once again trailed Nigerian nightlife promoter Cubana Chief Priest, following a fresh outburst from Hellen Ati, the Kenyan woman who previously accused him of fathering her child and walking away from his responsibilities. In a viral video on Friday, Hellen didn’t hold back as she criticised the socialite for allegedly neglecting both her […] The post Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama Vows To Go To Jail Over Continued Neglect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Juma Jux Reveals Motivation Behind Multiple Weddings With Priscilla Ojo, Hints At Grand Finale In Tanzania

Tanzanian artist Juma Jux has explained the motivation behind his several wedding celebrations with Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo, stating that he wanted to celebrate every meaningful place that played a role in their love journey. In a video shared on X on Friday, the singer shared that the couple’s final wedding celebration will take place […] The post Juma Jux Reveals Motivation Behind Multiple Weddings With Priscilla Ojo, Hints At Grand Finale In Tanzania appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Businessman producing fake Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, others caught in Lagos

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said one Madu Abuchi Simon has been caught in the act of falsifying popular alcoholic brands including Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, Martell, St. Remy, and Jameson in Lagos. The agency disclosed this in an X post on Thursday. NAFDAC said the […] The post Businessman producing fake Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, others caught in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Obangame Express 2025: Nigeria, Spain, others target arms smuggling in Gulf of Guinea

By PHILIP NWOSU The Nigerian Navy has announced that the 2025 edition of Exercise Obangame Express will focus on combating the smuggling of small arms and light weapons across the Gulf of Guinea—one of the region’s most persistent security threats. The multinational maritime security operation, initiated by the U.S. Navy and coordinated through its Sixth […] The post Obangame Express 2025: Nigeria, Spain, others target arms smuggling in Gulf of Guinea appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Tinubu Building Strong Foundations For Nigerian Children, Says Women Affairs Minister

Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s unprecedented support for the ministry, asserting that his policies will establish a robust foundation for Nigerian children. Her comments followed the launch of the Costed National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children during the Global Alliance to End Violence Against Children conference […]

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18 h. ago Federal Gov’t Tasks NIESV On Challenges In Real Estate Sector

President Bola Tinubu has called on the Nigerian Institute of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) to address the challenges in the real estate sector and position it for international investment. President Tinubu gave the charge at the 55th Annual Conference of the Institute with the theme: “Transform, Invest, Drive: Optimising Real Estate Finance and Taxation” […]

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18 h. ago Lawmaker Celebrates Remo Stars FC For Emerging NPFL Champions

Champions Remo Stars Football Club have been commended for winning the 2024/2025 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after beating Niger Tornadoes at Ikenne, Ogun State, last Sunday. The member representing Apapa Federal Constituency of Lagos State in the National Assembly, Dr. Adedayo Samuel, congratulated owner of the club, Hon. Kunle Soname, who recently turned 59 […]

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