2 h. ago Pearson opens PTE Club to ease international study, work access

As Pearson Test of English (PTE) continues to gain increased recognition in the Nigerian market, a club has been launched read more Pearson opens PTE Club to ease international study, work access

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3 h. ago ECOWAS partners Germany, Spain, and EU on £110m projects to improve peace, development in region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in partnership with Germany, Spain, and the European Union, has launched four projects worth £110 million to drive peace and development in the West African region. The joint projects cover four areas, which include Peace, Security and Governance (EPSG), implementation of the AfCFTA/Trade […] The post ECOWAS partners Germany, Spain, and EU on £110m projects to improve peace, development in region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago No justification for 1,200% jump in sugar tax, ThinkBusiness Africa tells CAPPA

A 1,200 percent increase in Nigeria’s sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax has been described as “statistically inconsistent and economically risky” by read more No justification for 1,200% jump in sugar tax, ThinkBusiness Africa tells CAPPA

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5 h. ago China to eliminate tariffs on imports from African countries

Tribune Online China to eliminate tariffs on imports from African countries The initiative is part of a broader effort by Beijing to support industrialisation, diversify imports, and... China to eliminate tariffs on imports from African countries Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Benue: Bandits using guerrilla tactics, they strike, disappear – Alia

Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has spoken about the modus operandi of the terrorists and bandits behind the mass killings in the state, saying they employ guerrilla tactics. Alia, who appeared on Focus Nigeria, a programme on African Independent Television (AIT), on Tuesday, stated that the situation in Benue has become more challenging. He disclosed that […] The post Benue: Bandits using guerrilla tactics, they strike, disappear – Alia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Stakeholders Applaud Akano’s Push For Digital Transformation In Nigeria

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s education, communication, and youth development sectors have lauded the chief executive officer of New Horizons Technologies, Tim Akano, for his contributions to digital transformation and human capital development in the country. Akano, a renowned Pan-African thought leader and technology advocate, was recently honoured by multiple prestigious institutions including the Committee of Pro-Chancellors […]

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11 h. ago Akpabio’s Aide Petitions IGP Over Alleged Cyber Attacks By Rufai Oseni, Tunde Ednut

Special Adviser on Communications and Strategy to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Kenny Okolugbo has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun over alleged cyber attacks and coordinated defamation campaign against him by television presenter, Rufai Oseni and two other popular social media influencers. In a petition dated June 16, 2025, Okolugbo alleged that […]

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15 h. ago RBC, sustainable decent work practices in Nigeria: Why FG, employers must back “the Talk with Action” — NLC, TUC, ITUC

Tribune Online RBC, sustainable decent work practices in Nigeria: Why FG, employers must back “the Talk with Action” — NLC, TUC, ITUC-Africa The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), and the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa), at the just concluded National Dialogue on Promoting Sustainable and Responsible Business Practices for Realization of Decent Work in Nigeria under the framework of MNE (Multinational Enterprises) Declaration held in Abuja last […] RBC, sustainable decent work practices in Nigeria: Why FG, employers must back “the Talk with Action” — NLC, TUC, ITUC-Africa Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Why African govts must ratify, implement ILO domestic workers convention

Tribune Online Why African govts must ratify, implement ILO domestic workers convention As the global community marks the International Domestic Workers Day, the African Regional Office of the International Labour Organization (ILO) has called for urgent and united action from African governments to ratify and implement the Domestic Workers Convention 189, a critical international standard that recognizes and protects paid care work within the home. In a […] Why African govts must ratify, implement ILO domestic workers convention Tribune Online

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16 h. ago N8.6bn: 148,625 pensioners smile as PTAD pays 32,000 pension increase arrears

Tribune Online N8.6bn: 148,625 pensioners smile as PTAD pays 32,000 pension increase arrears The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has announced the successful payment of a fresh instalment totaling N8.6 billion in arrears to pensioners covered under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), marking another step in the Federal Government’s commitment to enhanced pension welfare. The disbursement followed the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, of a second pension […] N8.6bn: 148,625 pensioners smile as PTAD pays 32,000 pension increase arrears Tribune Online

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18 h. ago ACAT 2025: African leaders, innovators unite to drive NextGen ag

Tribune Online ACAT 2025: African leaders, innovators unite to drive NextGen ag-tech for food security Over 700 participants from 35 countries converged on Kigali, Rwanda capital for the 2025 edition of the African Conference on Agricultural Technologies (ACAT), organized by the African Agriculture Technology Foundation (AATF) and other partners This second edition of Africa Agriculture and Technology Conference (ACAT2025) kicked off on Monday 9th June at the Kigali Convention Centre […] ACAT 2025: African leaders, innovators unite to drive NextGen ag-tech for food security Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Africa’s infrastructure needs put at $117bn, says ASIF chairman

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Chairman, African Sovereign Investment Forum (ASIF), Mr Obaid Amrane, has put Africa’s infrastructure needs at between $113 billion and $117 billion annually. Speaking at the 4th Annual Meeting of African Sovereign Investors Forum in Abuja, Amrane said that the current financing mobilisation remains around $18 billion, leaving a shortfall of […] The post Africa’s infrastructure needs put at $117bn, says ASIF chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

24 h. ago African sovereign wealth funds face push to deliver impact, returns

Africa’s sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) are being urged to take on a more assertive, transformative role in shaping the continent’s read more African sovereign wealth funds face push to deliver impact, returns

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26 h. ago IG Condemns Benue Killings, Says Attacks Threat To National Sovereignty

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has condemned the attack on Yelwata community of Benue State where over 200 people were killed as mindless, describing the act as terror not just on Benue, but a threat to tbe sovereignty and integrity of the entire nation. IGP Egbetokun who made this known during his […]

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27 h. ago Benue massacre an attack on Nigeria’s sovereignty – Egbetokun

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has vowed to ensure that the perpetrators of the recent Benue massacre face justice, describing the killings as an attack on the sovereignty and integrity of Nigeria. Egbetokun made this pledge during a visit to Governor Hyacinth Alia at Government House, Makurdi, on […] The post Benue massacre an attack on Nigeria’s sovereignty – Egbetokun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Patrick Lumumba warns against African sovereign funds’ overdependence on US dollar

.. urges investment of African wealth in Africa Patrick Otieno Lumumba, renowned Pan-African public intellectual and Professor of Public Law, read more Patrick Lumumba warns against African sovereign funds’ overdependence on US dollar

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29 h. ago ECOWAS urged to rethink donor dependence, prioritise internal resource mobilisation

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have been urged to reduce the bloc’s dependence on foreign donors and read more ECOWAS urged to rethink donor dependence, prioritise internal resource mobilisation

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30 h. ago West Africa economic summit, new chapter for regional integration — FG

Tribune Online West Africa economic summit, new chapter for regional integration — FG "The summit is not modelled after the World Economic Forum in Davos, but rather a novel, homegrown African original idea. West Africa economic summit, new chapter for regional integration — FG Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Drop in oil theft: PINL hails impact of surveillance in Niger Delta

Tribune Online Drop in oil theft: PINL hails impact of surveillance in Niger Delta According to him, this has led to increased oil production, resulting in significant revenue for the Federal Government. Drop in oil theft: PINL hails impact of surveillance in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Top 10 African countries with highest fuel prices in June 2025

Tribune Online Top 10 African countries with highest fuel prices in June 2025 Topping the African chart, the Central African Republic faces... Top 10 African countries with highest fuel prices in June 2025 Tribune Online

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