3 h. ago Meet Abayomi Sapara, contemporary artist who believes his artwork is priceless

Anyone working in the visual art industry, particularly in Africa, knows how difficult it is to succeed in the sector, read more Meet Abayomi Sapara, contemporary artist who believes his artwork is priceless

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6 h. ago Insurance Meets Tech Lauds Insurers For Strategic Fintech Collaboration

Insurance Meets Tech (IMT) has applauded insurance companies under the auspices of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) for collaborating with financial technology (fintech) firms to significantly enhance the speed and transparency of insurance claims payment. IMT is West Africa’s foremost conference and collaborative platform dedicated to fostering the intersection of insurance and technology. Recently, the […]

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10 h. ago Inlaks unveils new leadership position to drive next phase of growth, innovation

Inlaks, a leading systems integrator and ICT provider in Sub-Saharan Africa, said it has made a new appointment in its read more Inlaks unveils new leadership position to drive next phase of growth, innovation

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13 h. ago Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has raised the  alarm over the escalating wave of terror attacks in Benue, Plateau, and other parts of northern Nigeria, revealing that more than 80 communities have fallen under the control of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. Secretary-General of CRA in a statement issued […] The post Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago ISWAP Controlling 80 Villages In Borno, Benue, Plateau – CRA

The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has said that the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) is controlling about 80 communities in Borno, Benue and Plateau states. The group said yesterday that it is watching events in Borno, Benue, Plateau and other troubled spots in Nigeria in the renewed terror attacks where the lives of Christians […]

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18 h. ago Shipowner advocates single digit rate for disbursement of $700m CVFF

By Steve Agbota The President of the African Shipowners Association (ASA), Captain Ladi Olubowale, has said that the disbursement of the $700 million Cabotage Vessels Finance Fund (CVFF) to Nigerian shipowners at a single-digit interest rate will create abundant growth opportunities, boost capacity-building, local content development and develop Nigeria as a maritime nation in Africa. […] The post Shipowner advocates single digit rate for disbursement of $700m CVFF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG warns Nigerians against growing threat of cyber slavery in West Africa

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government, has warned Nigerians against the growing threat of cyber slavery within the West African sub-region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued in Abuja by its Acting Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, noted with grave concern the alarming rise of cyber slavery across parts of West Africa, […] The post FG warns Nigerians against growing threat of cyber slavery in West Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago UNAIDs seeks community collaboration for HIV response in Africa

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has advocated for community leadership in Africa and collaboration in driving the strategies for global response to end the epidemic by 2030. UNAIDS highlighted thia critical role of community leadership in Africa’s HIV response during a thematic consultative virtual meeting with Civil Society […] The post UNAIDs seeks community collaboration for HIV response in Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Plateau, Benue killings: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control – CRA sounds alarm

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has sounded a serious alarm over the escalating wave of terror attacks in Benue, Plateau, and other parts of northern Nigeria, revealing that more than 80 communities have fallen under the control of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. Secretary-General of CRA in a statement […] The post Plateau, Benue killings: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control – CRA sounds alarm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Shifting Alliances: Africa In The Face Of Emerging Global Order

The global community is undergoing a significant change. The world is replete with rising geopolitical tensions, the erosion of multilateral cooperation, and the decline in international aid are reshaping the rules of global engagement. Against this backdrop, Africa faces a  situation that could be an opportunity as well as a threat to its existence, especially […]

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30 h. ago Nigeria’s resilient, youthful population eager to embrace new technologies, drive our investment – Adukia

Canon, a major player in the optical imaging industry, has empowered and developed youths in Africa with in-demand photography and read more Nigeria’s resilient, youthful population eager to embrace new technologies, drive our investment – Adukia

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30 h. ago NCAC, Africa Centre partner to champion Africa heritage, innovations among Nigeria youths

…To promote intellectual, digital development The Nigeria leading cultural agency, the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) and The read more NCAC, Africa Centre partner to champion Africa heritage, innovations among Nigeria youths

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30 h. ago Abandonment of agriculture cause of food insufficiency – Afe Babalola

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Aare Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has attributed Nigeria’s food insufficiency to the abandonment of agriculture. Speaking at the 2024 African Man of the Year in Food Security investiture by the Global Food Security Initiative for Green Sustainability in ABUAD, Babalola urged governments and Nigerians to prioritise […] The post Abandonment of agriculture cause of food insufficiency – Afe Babalola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago UBA Approves N171.3bn Dividend Payout For 2024, Celebrates 75th Anniversary

United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) marked its 75th anniversary on a high note on Friday as shareholders unanimously approved a total dividend payout of N171.3 billion for the 2024 financial year at the Group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos. The dividend, which translates to N5.00 per share—comprising an interim dividend of N2.00 […]

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34 h. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chairman of National Agency for The Great Green Wall (NAGGW), Senator Magnus Abe, has said the defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, his deputy and entire cabinet as well as former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, is a move that would strengthen and consolidate the All Progressives Congress (APC), support base […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South-South – Abe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago How thunderstorm delayed Air Peace aircraft from descending into Abuja airport 

Air Peace has clarified a recent incident involving its flight P47171 from Benin to Abuja on 25th April, 2025 during read more How thunderstorm delayed Air Peace aircraft from descending into Abuja airport 

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49 h. ago Africa’s ascent: Seizing sovereignty and opportunity in the new global order – (Part 1)

Introduction The 21st century is witnessing a seismic shift in global power dynamics. Traditional alliances are fraying, multilateral institutions are read more Africa’s ascent: Seizing sovereignty and opportunity in the new global order – (Part 1)

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55 h. ago Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has impounded N800 million worth of banned agrochemical products from shops in Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo States. The agency disclosed this in a statement shared on X on Friday. NAFDAC said it targeted shops found to be distributing banned agrochemical […] The post Banned agrochemicals: NAFDAC raids shops in Ogun, Ondo, others, seizes N800m products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Shettima, Others Call For Financial Market Transformation In Africa, Middle

Vice President Kashim Shettima and other stakeholders have urged African capital markets to embrace digital transformation and enhance regional integration to create a financial system that is more efficient, accessible, and resilient. They made this call at the 2025 Conference of the Africa and Middle East Depositories Association, organised by the Central Securities Clearing System […]

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56 h. ago BAT Marketing Nigeria Gets Award For Commitment To Diversity, Equity

BAT Marketing Nigeria has been recognised with an award for its commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its operations and workplace culture. The award was received from Commonwealth Businesswomen Africa (CBW-Africa) held at the 2025 CBW-Africa Summit, which took place in Lagos. Head of Business Communication and Sustainability, BAT West and Central […]

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