13 h. ago 43 Countries, 937 Athletes, Officials To Compete At 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships In Abeokuta

Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, taking place from 16th to 20th July 2025. With just 13 days remaining, anticipation is building for the prestigious event, which will feature aspiring young athletes from across African continent. A total of 43 […]

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19 h. ago Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025

•Pushes to dismantle trade barriers   By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com   When African leaders convened in Abuja for the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in June, the spotlight was on the structural and policy bottlenecks that have long hindered the full potential of intra-regional trade across the subcontinent. At the summit themed; “Unlocking […] The post Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Wike labels ADC takeover as gathering of “failed and expired politicians”

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on the coalition that recently assumed control of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding its leaders as a collection of “failed and expired politicians” with nothing new to offer Nigerians. Wike, speaking in Abuja during his […] The post Wike labels ADC takeover as gathering of “failed and expired politicians” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Aisha Yesufu Knocks Coalition Group, Calls For Youths, Women Involvement 

Controversial socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has criticised the newly adopted coalition party, African Democratic Congress, for failing to reflect inclusivity in its leadership structure. Mrs. Aisha, who supported Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi in 2023 raised concerns on Wednesday over what she described as continued sidelining of women and youths in key political decisions. […] The post Aisha Yesufu Knocks Coalition Group, Calls For Youths, Women Involvement  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago 2027: ADC coalition will ensure Nigerians get good leaders – Peter Obi

By Seyi Babalola The former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has disclosed that the coalition under the African Democratic Congress, ADC, will ensure that Nigerians get good leaders in 2027. He made the statement in a post on X in response to the coalition’s choice of ADC as its formal political party. Obi emphasised […] The post 2027: ADC coalition will ensure Nigerians get good leaders – Peter Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago 43 Nations, 937 Athletes To Compete At 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships

Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is abuzz with excitement in preparations to host the 3rd African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships from 16th to 20th July 2025. With just 13 days remaining, anticipation is building for the prestigious event promising to feature aspiring young athletes from across African continent. A total of 43 countries have confirmed […]

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38 h. ago Trump to meet five African leaders for trade talks – Nigeria not invited

US President Donald Trump will welcome leaders from five African countries to Washington next week for discussions about business opportunities. read more Trump to meet five African leaders for trade talks – Nigeria not invited

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41 h. ago Coalition takes off, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The battle to wrest the 2027 presidential ticket from the All Progressives Congress (APC) by the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) finally entered into speed gear on Wednesday when the national leadership of African Democratic Congress (ADC) formally handed over the mantle of leadership to the coalition force. In attendance during […] The post Coalition takes off, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has officially parted ways with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), ending months of speculation about his political future. Amaechi confirmed his resignation from the party in an interview on Wednesday following the unveiling of the interim leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja. He said he […] The post Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Coalition takes over ADC, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The battle to wrest the 2027 presidential ticket from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) by the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) moved into high gear on Wednesday when the national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) formally handed over the mantle of leadership to the coalition force. In attendance […] The post Coalition takes over ADC, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago AFNIS 2025 To Boost African Investment In Continent’s Natural Resources – FG

The fourth edition of the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) will be held from July 15 to 17, 2025, at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, with the theme “Harnessing Local Content for Sustainable Development.” A major highlight will be the formal launch of the “Africans for Africa” Fund, designed to […]

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65 h. ago We Are Determined To Empower African Youths Through Digital Marketing, Product Design Skills – Omobobola

The convener of the Sauced Expo and co-founder of Sauced Media, Omobobola Ajomale, has disclosed that his company remains fully committed to training African youths in digital marketing, content creation, product design, and project management for nation-building. In an interview with journalists in Abuja, Omobobola reiterated that the mission of The Sauced Expo is simple: […]

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3 d. ago Women Cocoa Farmers Seek Gov’t Backing, Inclusion In African Cocoa Agenda 2063

Women cocoa farmers in Ondo State have called on federal and state governments across cocoa-producing regions of South-West Nigeria to create enabling platforms that ensure their inclusion in the African Cocoa Agenda 2063, a continental strategy aimed at revolutionising cocoa farming for Africa’s sustainable development. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement session organised by the development […]

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4 d. ago ASIF to raise $50bn to drive climate change goals in Nigeria

The Africa Sovereign Investors Forum (ASIF) has launched the ASIF investment platform in order to raise about $50 billion for read more ASIF to raise $50bn to drive climate change goals in Nigeria

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4 d. ago Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report

Tribune Online Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report NIGERIA’S banking sector recorded a strong 39.6 per cent year-on-year growth in 2024, with total assets rising to N170.02 trillion from N121.8 trillion in 2023. This remarkable expansion was fueled by surging remittance inflows, the widespread adoption of digital financial services, and broader sector reforms, according to the State of Enterprise (SOE) Report 2025. Despite […] Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report Tribune Online

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6 d. ago African U18/U20 Athletics Championships: 5 Team Nigeria Starlets Should Watch

The countdown continues just 20 days to Africa’s next generation of track and field stars converge for the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, from July 16-20 in Abeokuta, Ogun State. For Team Nigeria, it’s more than a championship — it’s a launchpad. A golden opportunity for rising stars to announce themselves on the continental stage […]

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6 d. ago African U18/U20 Athletics Championships: 5 Team Nigeria Starlets To Watch

The countdown continues just 20 days to Africa’s next generation of track and field stars converge for the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, from July 16-20 in Abeokuta, Ogun State. For Team Nigeria, it’s more than a championship — it’s a launchpad. A golden opportunity for rising stars to announce themselves on the continental stage […]

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7 d. ago Over N45.9bn spent to upgrade 8,800 primary health centres nationwide — Tinubu

Tribune Online Over N45.9bn spent to upgrade 8,800 primary health centres nationwide — Tinubu President Tinubu urged African leaders in the public and private sectors to work towards greater integration and streamlining of payment systems, trade facilitation, and partnerships for regional development. Over N45.9bn spent to upgrade 8,800 primary health centres nationwide — Tinubu Tribune Online

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7 d. ago “African Leaders Hate Opposition, Lack Basic Economics” – Obasanjo

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has described African leaders as haters of democracy, saying that they lacks basic economics knowledge to push the continent forward. Obasanjo also blamed Presidents of African nations over deficiency for underdevelopment, corruption, and dependency on foreign aid. The former Nigeria president led this out on Thursday, during a panel session at the […] The post “African Leaders Hate Opposition, Lack Basic Economics” – Obasanjo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago US council honours AfDB’s Adesina with Distinguished Economic Leader Award

Tribune Online US council honours AfDB’s Adesina with Distinguished Economic Leader Award The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has been honoured with the 2025 Distinguished Economic Leader Award by... US council honours AfDB’s Adesina with Distinguished Economic Leader Award Tribune Online

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