6 h. ago Trafficking Syndicate Foiled In Abuja As NAPTIP Rescues 25 Women

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced on Monday that it had rescued 25 women in Abuja from a trafficking syndicate. The women were allegedly being prepared for movement to Saudi Arabia for labour exploitation. According to NAPTIP’s Press Officer, Vincent Adekoye, the victims, aged between 17 and 43, were […] The post Trafficking Syndicate Foiled In Abuja As NAPTIP Rescues 25 Women appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago National Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF Set For Second Phase

Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), organisers of the annual domestic league, and their sponsors, Zenith Bank PLC, are gearing up for the second phase of the 2025 Women’s Basketball League, scheduled to take place across both the Atlantic and Savannah conferences. The second phase is set to run from 24th August to 1st September. Felix Awogu, […]

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15 h. ago 2025 Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF gear up for 2nd phase

The Nigeria Basketball Federation, organisers of the annual domestic league and the sponsors, Zenith Bank PLC are getting set for the second phase of the 2025 Women’s Basketball League scheduled to take place in both the Atlantic and Savannah conferences. The second phase is expected to take place between August 24 and September 1. A […] The post 2025 Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF gear up for 2nd phase appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Zenith Bank Marks 35th Anniversary, Honours Pioneer Customers, Long

As part of activities to mark its 35 years anniversary, Zenith Bank Plc has awarded commemorative awards and plaques to pioneer customers and long-serving staff, who have served meritoriously for 25 years and above in recognition of their immense contributions to the success of the bank. Speaking at the, commemorative dinner, group managing director and […]

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40 h. ago Zenith Bank marks 35 years anniversary, celebrates pioneer customers, long

Amidst pomp and pageantry layered with a mixture of glitz and glamour, Zenith Bank Plc marked its 35th year anniversary with a commemorative Chairman’s Dinner at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday, August 15, 2025. In recognition of their immense contributions to the success of the brand, the […] The post Zenith Bank marks 35 years anniversary, celebrates pioneer customers, long-serving staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Zenith Bank’s Culture Of Innovation, Integrity Phenomenal – Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised Zenith Bank for instilling a culture of innovation and inbred integrity into Nigeria’s financial standards. According to him, beyond performing excellently in guarding Nigeria’s wealth, Zenith Bank has also nurtured the nation’s dreams, sealing its status as Nigeria’s largest bank by Tier-One capital. Speaking yesterday in Lagos during the […]

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3 d. ago Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, on Friday rewarded Blessing Ejiofor who was part of Nigeria’s victorious women’s national team at the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. Ejiofor who hails from Okposi community, Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state, was also given a duplex by the Governor and State Honour of Ebonyi Hall […] The post Nwifuru rewards D’Tigress star, Blessing Ejiofor with duplex, N30m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago D’Tigress Makes History As Only African Team Ranked In FIBA Top 10

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has achieved a historic milestone by rising to 8th position in the latest Fédération Internationale de Basketball (FIBA) Women’s World Rankings. The announcement was made on Thursday, following the team’s outstanding performance at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan. This leap from 11th to 8th place, with 640.1 points, […] The post D’Tigress Makes History As Only African Team Ranked In FIBA Top 10 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has revealed that the team has yet to receive the promised $100,000 reward, as well as other commitments made by the Federal Government, following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade expressed disappointment over […] The post We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 150 Kano women acquire skills in software devt, cybersecurity, data science

    No fewer than 150 women in Kano State have completed a four-month training in digital skills, organised by a nonprofit organisation, Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSfaI), under the second cohort of its SafeHer programme. At the graduation ceremony for the women held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Kano, WDSfaI’s Programme […] The post 150 Kano women acquire skills in software devt, cybersecurity, data science appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago NFF lauds Carloha’s role in advancing sports as firm hosts Super Falcons

By Moses Akaigwe In a display of national pride and support for Nigerian sports, Carloha Nigeria, the exclusive distributor and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has hosted the victorious Super Falcons at its state-of-the-art showroom in Alapere, Lagos. The celebratory event followed the Falcons’ historic triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations […] The post NFF lauds Carloha’s role in advancing sports as firm hosts Super Falcons appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Hope in Makoko: 200 women receive free breast and cervical cancer screening

By Damiete Braide In a decisive move to improve women’s health and promote early cancer detection, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF) hosted a 2-day free breast and cervical cancer screening for women from Makoko and its environs on 8th – 9th August 2025. Organised by VCDF in partnership with Sebeccly Cancer Care and Support Centre […] The post Hope in Makoko: 200 women receive free breast and cervical cancer screening appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Women Protest As Suspected Herdsmen Kill Three In Fresh Yelwata Attack

The steady but unfortunate killings in Benue have attracted national outrage and global attention with many calling for an end to the carnage. The post Women Protest As Suspected Herdsmen Kill Three In Fresh Yelwata Attack appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago 2025 NBPL: Kano Pillars, Gombe Bulls, 2 Others To Clash In Group B

Kano Pillars Basketball Club has been drawn against arch-rivals Gombe Bulls, Bauchi Nets, and Plateau Peaks in Group B of the Savannah Conference for the 2025 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) season, which is slated for 25th August. An official communiqué jointly signed by league chairman Babatunde Ogunade and Amina O. Amanchi, secretary-general of the […]

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8 d. ago Cascador Unveils 2025 Cohort: Eleven Visionary Leaders Driving Africa’s Transformation

Diverse group of innovators reflects Nigeria’s entrepreneurial future—with 40% women and strong Northern representation Lagos, Nigeria – August XX, 2025 read more Cascador Unveils 2025 Cohort: Eleven Visionary Leaders Driving Africa’s Transformation

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1 week ago Super Falcons’ Madugu, Nnadozie nominated for Ballon d’Or awards

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu and star goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie have been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or honours, following Nigeria’s historic victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The 61-year-old Adamawa-born tactician has been nominated for the Women’s Team Coach of the Year award. At […] The post Super Falcons’ Madugu, Nnadozie nominated for Ballon d’Or awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ballon d’Or: Nnadozie, Madugu Nominated For Best Goalkeeper, Women’s Team Coach Awards

The 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony will be held on September 22, 2025, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, Fance. The post Ballon d’Or: Nnadozie, Madugu Nominated For Best Goalkeeper, Women’s Team Coach Awards appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago ‘She Championed Women’s Empowerment,’ Tinubu Mourns Doyin Abiola

Tinubu said Doyin embodied integrity, tenacity, hard work, commitment to excellence, and dedication to public good and good governance. The post ‘She Championed Women’s Empowerment,’ Tinubu Mourns Doyin Abiola appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago AfroBasket Triumph: Zenith Bank Celebrates D’Tigress With N200m Reward

Zenith Bank Plc, sponsors of the Women’s National Basketball League, hosted a grand reception yesterday at their Abuja head office in Maitama, celebrating the remarkable achievement of Nigeria’s senior national women basketball team, D’Tigress. The team secured a record fifth consecutive AfroBasket title, and in recognition of their success, they were rewarded with N200 million. […]

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2 w. ago Gates Foundation To Invest $2.5b On Women’s Health Research, Development

It said critical issues like preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, heavy menstrual bleeding, endometriosis, and menopause, which together affect hundreds of millions of women, remain deeply under-researched. The post Gates Foundation To Invest $2.5b On Women’s Health Research, Development appeared first on Channels Television.

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