23 m. ago Senate, SEC To Host Summit On Municipal Bonds, Sukuk For Infrastructure Devt

The Senate Committee on Capital Markets and Institutions, in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is set to host a national stakeholders summit on Municipal Bonds and Sukuk for local government Infrastructural Development. The summit, scheduled for September 29 and 30, 2025, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, aims to explore how municipal bonds […]

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36 m. ago Grandis Luxury Apartments Gets Commendation Ahead Of Construction

Real estate and construction professionals have continued to commend the Grandis 5-Star Luxury Apartment & Suites in Victoria Island because of the strict global safety and quality assurance procedures used in its construction. Speaking on the project, a hotelier, Emmanuel Ajayi, said Lagos is set to welcome a new addition to its skyline as plans […]

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99 m. ago Drug users need help not punishment, group tells African govts

By Zika Bobby A group, West Africa Drug Policy Network, has called on African governments to stop punishing drug users but instead reform them through a series of rehabilitation measures. The organisation said drug use should be treated primarily as a public health issue and not a criminal one, adding that putting persons in this […] The post Drug users need help not punishment, group tells African govts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Uncertainty over crude supply stalls modular refinery investments

FIDs on hold as investors reassess risks By Adewale Sanyaolu Nigeria’s effort to achieve self-sufficiency in petroleum refining is facing fresh hurdles, with multiple modular refinery projects delayed. Daily Sun’s findings reveal that more than five Final Investment Decisions (FIDs) are currently in limbo, as investors tread cautiously amid concerns about the sustainability of crude […] The post Uncertainty over crude supply stalls modular refinery investments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

Introduction: Fintech as Africa’s Economic Equaliser Across the African continent, millions of people still lack access to basic financial services: read more Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

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5 h. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago University of Greater Manchester researchers present groundbreaking psycho

A pioneering research project led by Professor Celestine Iwendi of the Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIoTh) at the University of Greater Manchester, Bolton, has been officially accepted for presentation at the 12th International Conference on Reliability, Infocom Technologies and Optimization (ICRITO 2025), under the theme “Trends and Future Directions.” The event holds at Amity […] The post University of Greater Manchester researchers present groundbreaking psycho-intelligence framework at international conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Managing passengers’ disturbance: The Air Peace crew example

By Fred Chukwuelobe The nation’s and West Africa’s largest airlines, Air Peace Airlines, can thump its chest and claim the bragging rights for rising to great heights when managing passengers’ unruly behaviours and avoiding physical confrontation between its crew and angry passengers. The airline has faced multiple unruly passengers’ incidents but at no time did […] The post Managing passengers’ disturbance: The Air Peace crew example appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “Your Truck Just Killed Three People In Auchi” – Pastor Suleman Slams Dangote For Employing Untrained Boys On Drugs To Drive

Popular Nigerian cleric, Apostle Johnson Sulaiman, has publicly criticized Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, following a tragic accident allegedly caused by a Dangote truck in Auchi, Edo State. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred near the headquarters of Omega Fire Ministries in Auchi, where Apostle Sulaiman is the presiding pastor. Reports confirmed that a Dangote […] The post “Your Truck Just Killed Three People In Auchi” – Pastor Suleman Slams Dangote For Employing Untrained Boys On Drugs To Drive appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Women farmers tackle open defecation by providing boreholes in Kano

From Okwe Obi, Abuja In a bid to tackle open defecation, the Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) has provided solar-powered boreholes and renovated two major mosques in Kwanar Dangora, Bebeji Local Government Area, and in Kura Local Government Area of Kano State. The projects include the joint partnership between community and the WOFAN ICON2 Project […] The post Women farmers tackle open defecation by providing boreholes in Kano appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Northwest PCVE summit to strengthen regional strategy against violent extremism in Kaduna

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Kaduna State is set to welcome regional and national security experts, civil society leaders, and policymakers for the Northwest Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE) Summit, scheduled for August 19-20, 2025, at the Yar’Adua Centre, Murtala Mohammed Square. The two-day summit is a collaborative initiative led by the National Counter […] The post Northwest PCVE summit to strengthen regional strategy against violent extremism in Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Israelis Rally Nationwide Calling For End To Gaza War, Hostage Deal

The protests come more than a week after Israel's security cabinet approved plans to capture Gaza City, 22 months into a war that has created dire humanitarian conditions in the Palestinian territory. The post Israelis Rally Nationwide Calling For End To Gaza War, Hostage Deal appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Group lauds NSA for confirming DSS capture of terrorist groups’ leaders

A group, Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA) has praised the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu for finally confirming weeks of speculation on the capture of two most-wanted leaders of terrorist groups in Nigeria. The NSA had at a press conference Saturday in Abuja formally announced the capture of the leadership of the […] The post Group lauds NSA for confirming DSS capture of terrorist groups’ leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has emphasised the urgent need to safeguard Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, describing telecommunications as a national imperative and a cornerstone of the country’s stability, economy, and security. Speaking at the 2nd Edition of the Strategic Stakeholders Meeting of the Association of […] The post NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago ICRC implements presidential directive on guidelines to fast

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) has issued a set of guidelines to govern the development and implementation of all Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects in Nigeria, in line with a presidential directive. The Commission, in a statement over the weekend, highlighted that the directive is a decisive move to overhaul Nigeria’s […] The post ICRC implements presidential directive on guidelines to fast-track PPPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Catholics Seek Divine Intervention On Insecurity As Mother, Son Killed In Benue Community

The Saint Joseph Orokam Catholic Community in Ogbadibo local government area of Benue State has decried the killing on Wednesday night of a woman and her son in Orokam, amidst the deteriorating security situation in the area, and has called for fasting and prayers to curb the menace. A native of the village residing in […]

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22 h. ago FCT Police nab suspected criminals, recover four stolen vehicles

FCT Police Command has intensified its clampdown on vehicle theft, arrested suspected criminals and recovered four stolen vehicles. read more FCT Police nab suspected criminals, recover four stolen vehicles

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23 h. ago Nasarawa storms Ilorin with 154 athletes for Youth Games zonal elimination battle

From Abel Leonard, Lafia It’s no retreat, no surrender for Team Nasarawa as a 154-man contingent has landed in Ilorin, Kwara State, for the North Central Zonal Eliminations of the 9th National Youth Games. The delegation, made up of athletes, coaches, sports secretaries, medical and media crew, security operatives, and top officials, left Lafia on […] The post Nasarawa storms Ilorin with 154 athletes for Youth Games zonal elimination battle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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