62 m. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and tolerance as key pillars for national progress, drawing from the lessons of Ramadan. He also called on everyone to support the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, assuring that short-term difficulties would yield long-term benefits for the country. According to […] The post Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Osimhen linked with Barca as Lewandoski’s successor – Report

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed as an option to replace Robert Lewandowski as Barcelona are expected to look for a successor for the ageing striker, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Lewandowski is having the most impressive season of his career at Barcelona and is on track to hit 50 goals by the end of Read More

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6 h. ago Shell, Renaissance face legal action over SPDC licence transfer

A suit seeking to stop Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited’s deal transferring its mining licence to Renaissance African Energy Company Limited has been filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos. The Incorporated Trustees of Human Environmental Development Agenda sued Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited, Renaissance African Energy Company Limited, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Read More

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6 h. ago Heirs Energies advises Congo on 500,000 p/d oil crude production target

Heirs Energies Chief Executive Officer Osayande Igiehon has advised the Republic of Congo on its plan to ramp up crude production to 500,000 barrels per day. Igiehon spoke on African energy leadership at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum held recently in Brazzaville. Speaking on the themes ‘Energy & Investment Outlook’ and ’Field Development Read More

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7 h. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle over improved security

The Northern Elders Political Development Group has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for their collaborative efforts in enhancing security in the North-West region of Nigeria. In a statement issued by its Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, Read More

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7 h. ago FG withdraws allocation of 1,357 housing units over default payment

The Federal Government has revoked the provisional allocation of houses under the National Housing Programme for 1,357 beneficiaries across 33 states due to failure to complete outright payment within the stipulated timeframe. The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development confirmed the revocation in an official statement on Tuesday, citing non-compliance with the 90-day payment Read More

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7 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports

Three outstanding students were awarded scholarships by the by Prince Iyahen, the proprietor of Iyahen International Academy at the just concluded school’s Inter House Sports over the weekend. The students- Eldad Aboghene Imade, who emerged the most outstanding student with five gold medals, Kinston Ehidiamen, the second most outstanding with two gold medals and a […] The post Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo

•Phyno, Eben headlined musical performance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to flag off today the much anticipated Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The festival will be concluded on April 8 with about 3000 athletes and over 500 officials competing in 17 sports. In the last one […] The post President Tinubu leads dignitaries to NDSF opening ceremony in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Saka scores as Arsenal beat Fulham to close gap on Liverpool

Bukayo Saka marked his return from injury with a goal as Arsenal defeated Fulham 2-1 on Tuesday, cutting the gap read more Saka scores as Arsenal beat Fulham to close gap on Liverpool

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7 h. ago Anthony Elanga’s goal gives Nottingham Forest victory over Man United

Anthony Elanga’s stunning solo goal secured a 1-0 victory for Nottingham Forest over Manchester United on Tuesday, moving them closer read more Anthony Elanga’s goal gives Nottingham Forest victory over Man United

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9 h. ago “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vows To Endure Hardship

Nigerian writer and life coach Solomon Buchi has announced his decision to relocate permanently to Nigeria with his wife and son, declaring his commitment to the country’s progress. Taking to X on Tuesday, Buchi shared that he had gone as far as tearing his son’s British passport and ordering a Nigerian passport instead, emphasising his […] The post “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vows To Endure Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Wife Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vow To Endure Hardship

Nigerian writer and life coach Solomon Buchi has announced his decision to relocate permanently to Nigeria with his wife and son, declaring his commitment to the country’s progress. Taking to X on Tuesday, Buchi shared that he had gone as far as tearing his son’s British passport and ordering a Nigerian passport instead, emphasising his […] The post “I Tore My Son’s British Passport” – Solomon Buchi, Wife Plan Relocation To Nigeria, Vow To Endure Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West

Northern Elders Political Development group has commended Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their efforts in reducing terrorists attacks in North West region. The group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in a statement on Tuesday, said that majority of communities in the region observed their Eid-el-Fitri […] The post Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Sustainable renewable energy critical for Nigeria’s development – ECN

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Engr. Mustapha Abdullahi has stated that Nigeria needs to invest more in renewable energy technologies and smart technology solutions for a secure future. Dr Abdullahi made this call in a statement released to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, […] The post Sustainable renewable energy critical for Nigeria’s development – ECN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tricycle operators in Aba commend Otti’s infrastructure development policy

…Urge the state government to intervene in ASTOPU’s refusal to allow REKOAA to operate independently, as approved by the Ministry read more Tricycle operators in Aba commend Otti’s infrastructure development policy

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13 h. ago Nigeria’s Kanyeyachukwu unveils world’s largest art canvas, enters Guinness world records

Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a renowned young Nigerian artist and advocate will on Wednesday unveil the largest art canvas in the world read more Nigeria’s Kanyeyachukwu unveils world’s largest art canvas, enters Guinness world records

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16 h. ago 2025 AFCON Qualifier: CAF orders replay of Cameroon vs Kenya over match

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ordered a replay of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between read more 2025 AFCON Qualifier: CAF orders replay of Cameroon vs Kenya over match-fixing allegations

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