4 h. ago Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja As Nigeria joins the global community to mark the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) has urged media professionals to critically assess the state of press freedom in the country, particularly in light of the rapid digital transformation and the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. […] The post Nigeria Press Council warns of AI’s dual threat to Journalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Seyi Alli: A Beacon of Hope in Nigerian Healthcare, Transforming Heart Failure Treatment with Uperio

In Nigeria’s evolving healthcare landscape, certain individuals stand out—not just for their professional accomplishments but for the profound impact they read more Seyi Alli: A Beacon of Hope in Nigerian Healthcare, Transforming Heart Failure Treatment with Uperio

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5 h. ago Gov Otti Commissions Abia Electricity Board, Moves To Exit National Grid

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, officially inaugurated the board of the Abia State Electricity Regulatory Agency (ASERA), marking a key step in his administration’s plan to provide stable electricity and shift the state capital, Umuahia, away from national grid reliance. The newly constituted board is made up of Mr. Onyegbule Emeka as Chairman/CEO, Mr. […] The post Gov Otti Commissions Abia Electricity Board, Moves To Exit National Grid appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Labour Party Has Been ‘Retrieved’ from Abure’s Control – Gov Otti

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has declared that the Labour Party (LP) is no longer under the control of Julius Abure, insisting that the leadership crisis within the party has been resolved. Otti made this assertion on Friday while speaking with newsmen. His comments came in the wake of a recent Supreme Court ruling that […] The post Labour Party Has Been ‘Retrieved’ from Abure’s Control – Gov Otti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NANS commends Governor Abiodun over ongoing reconstruction of Lagos

…wants the contractor to expedite work on road project Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) in Ogun State, has commended the governor of the state, Dapo Abiodun, for the ongoing rehabilitation work on the Lagos-Sango-Abeokuta Expressway. The Chairman of NANS Ogun Joint Campus Committee, Gabriel Abiola Francis, gave this commendation, in […] The post NANS commends Governor Abiodun over ongoing reconstruction of Lagos-Sango-Abeokuta expressway appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 368,911 workers changed PFAs, transferred N1.77tn pension savings – PenCom

By Henry Uche 368,911 workers have changed their Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs), and transferred their Retirement Savings Accounts worth N1.77tn to their new PFAs under the Contributory Pension Scheme as of the end of March 2025. Figures obtained from the National Pension Commission (PenCom) on ‘Quarterly Summary of Retirement Savings Accounts (RSAs) transferred by Pension […] The post 368,911 workers changed PFAs, transferred N1.77tn pension savings – PenCom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Women on Wheels: 130 women join Nigeria’s trucking industry in six years

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Lafarge Africa Plc has trained and empowered 130 women to join the trucking industry in Nigeria from 2019 till date. This was disclosed in a release in Calabar after the graduation of 30 female truck drivers through the Women on Wheels (WOW) initiative. Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, praised […] The post Women on Wheels: 130 women join Nigeria’s trucking industry in six years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Joining Politics Gave Me More Courage, I’ll Contest Again – Funke Akindele

Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has described her political experience as a transformative journey that empowered her. Funke also noted that politics deepened her understanding of leadership, governance, and national development. Speaking at the WithChude Live talk hosted by media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, on Thursday, the Nollywood actress opened up about her motivations […] The post Joining Politics Gave Me More Courage, I’ll Contest Again – Funke Akindele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)  Nyeson Wike, is enroute to China for a series of official engagements toward read more Wike visits China over water project for FCT satellite towns

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11 h. ago Akinwumi Adesina urges bold reforms for Nigeria’s economic future

Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has urged Nigeria to urgently transform its economy to become a read more Akinwumi Adesina urges bold reforms for Nigeria’s economic future

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13 h. ago NLC Seeks Implementation Of N32,000 Minimum Pension For Bauchi Retirees

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has appealed for the implementation of a N32,000 minimum pension scheme for the retired workers in Bauchi State to support their welfare after rendering meritorious service to the state. LEADERSHIP Friday reports that about two years ago, the federal government approved N32,000 as the minimum pension for retired workers in […]

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14 h. ago The Sun MD, Dangote, Jerry Gana, others hail leadership model of ex

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief of The Sun Publishing Limited, Onuoha Ukeh; Founder of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote; and former Minister of Information, Prof. Jerry Gana, among other prominent Nigerians, have praised exemplary leadership of Chief Emmanuel Akwari Ukpabi, former Group Managing Director of Flour Mills Nigeria, describing it as a guiding […] The post The Sun MD, Dangote, Jerry Gana, others hail leadership model of ex-Flour Mills GMD, Ukpabi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Nigeria covering the period 2025–2030. The CSP includes an annual commitment of approximately $650m to accelerate economic transformation, resilience, and inclusive prosperity. Over the initial four years, the AfDB will disburse $2.95bn, with an additional […] The post AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Abia pensioners praise Kalu for transformational projects, grassroots impact

By Kenneth Udeh Retired civil servants and pensioners in Abia State have commended Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his enduring commitment to public service and grassroots development. Lauding his leadership as “a natural trait embedded in his DNA,” the group expressed their admiration during a recent inspection tour of constituency projects facilitated by the former […] The post Abia pensioners praise Kalu for transformational projects, grassroots impact appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy and World Bank’s 2027 poverty projection

By Chekwube Nzomiwu Guest Columnist     Vice President Kashim Shettima has been doing a yeoman’s job in assuring everybody of better days ahead for Nigeria under his principal, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose economic reforms have thrown Nigerians into unprecedented hardship. Shettima has undoubtedly done so, even much more than the very large media […] The post Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy and World Bank’s 2027 poverty projection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa; Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan; Noah Ebije, Kaduna; Tony Osauzo, Benin; Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi; Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki; Emmanuel Uzor, Awka; and  Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As workers in Nigeria joined their counterparts across the world to celebrate the Workers’ Day yesterday, state governors praised the civil servants for their commitment to duties in […] The post May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns

Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has embarked on a diplomatic mission to China to meet with China Geo-Engineering Corporation Overseas Construction (CGCOC) Group officials. The visit, announced on Thursday, May 1, aims to expedite potable water supply to satellite towns, including Gwagwalada, Kwali, and Kuje Area Councils. Senior Special Assistant […] The post Wike in China to finalise water supply projects for FCT satellite towns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Oyebanji inaugurates Ekiti dashboard to track projects, efficiency

…restates commitment to transparency, accountability Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has inaugurated a Strategic Pillar Monitoring System (SPMS), tagged read more Oyebanji inaugurates Ekiti dashboard to track projects, efficiency

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24 h. ago Kano NLC endorses Yusuf for second term, cites worker welfare gains

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Chapter, has endorsed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for a second term, praising his commitment to workers’ and retirees’ welfare. State NLC Chairman Kabiru Inuwa announced the endorsement during the 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Thursday, May 1. Inuwa […] The post Kano NLC endorses Yusuf for second term, cites worker welfare gains appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Unease in Bayelsa over Diri’s sack of 27 political appointees

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The abrupt termination of 27 political appointees by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has sparked tension in the state. The appointees, primarily special assistants, members of the Grassroots Mobilisation team, and the Conflict Resolution Committee, were reportedly dismissed on April 23 due to their affiliation with the pro-Tinubu NEW Associates political […] The post Unease in Bayelsa over Diri’s sack of 27 political appointees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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