13 m. ago Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s Human Capital Devt

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to position human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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96 m. ago 2025 SSC: Fear, uncertainty as  WAEC begins CBT examination for students

By Olakunle Olafioye The West African Examination Council (WAEC) relentless search for a lasting solution to a major problem that has eroded the integrity of the examinations conducted by the regional examination council for decades appears set to have given way to a new era in the history of the body.  Major examinations conducted by […] The post 2025 SSC: Fear, uncertainty as  WAEC begins CBT examination for students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 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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13 h. ago VP Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Strategy

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to positioning human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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15 h. ago Nigeria becomes hotspot for expanding Asian cybercrime syndicates

A new United Nations report has raised fresh concerns about the global spread of organized cybercrime, warning that Asian-led scam read more Nigeria becomes hotspot for expanding Asian cybercrime syndicates

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16 h. ago Umar Education Group Empowers Nigerians With Foreign Varsity Study Opportunities

  Umar Education Group (UEG), a UK-based leading study-abroad consultancy, has offered Nigerian students the opportunity to pursue world-class education abroad in top-ranked universities across the United Kingdom, Canada, United States, and Australia. In a bid to democratise global education, UEG stated that it’s offering free consultations across the UK, Canada, US and Australian institutions […]

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19 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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19 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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19 h. ago Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides

By John Ogunsemore The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested 22 Nigerians allegedly involved in a financially motivated sextortion scheme that led to teen suicides in the United States. The US law enforcement agency disclosed this in a statement published on its website. According to the FBI, the arrests followed a first-of-its kind global […] The post Sextortion: FBI arrests 22 Nigerians after multiple teen suicides appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 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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20 h. ago VP Shettima Extols UBA’s Dedication To Innovation, Emerging Markets At 75

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has extolled what he termed the staying power of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) in the past 75 years, describing the financial institution as a pacesetter in innovation, emerging markets and generational ambition. “Seventy-five years is not something you pick up at a supermarket. It is earned. It’s […]

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23 h. ago World Malaria Day: First Lady declares malaria national emergency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, Friday said malaria was not just a public health issue, but a national emergency in Nigeria. Speaking on Friday on World Malaria Day 2025, she emphasised that Nigeria bears the heaviest global burden of malaria and urged renewed efforts to reverse this trend. The theme for this […] The post World Malaria Day: First Lady declares malaria national emergency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Nigeria ends African Weightlifting Championship with 18 medals

Team Nigeria has wrapped up its participation at the 2025 African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Moka, Mauritius, with a stunning haul of 18 medals —13 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze — cementing its status as a continental powerhouse in the sport. Nigeria’s final day of competition saw Sarah Ovayioza deliver a show-stopping performance in […] The post Nigeria ends African Weightlifting Championship with 18 medals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago “U.S. Tariffs Will Have Minimal Impact On Africa’s Trade” – Okonjo

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), recently addressed the potential effects of U.S. tariffs on Africa during an interview with Nigerian journalists at the World Bank’s Spring Meetings in Washington D.C on Friday. According to Okonjo-Iweala, the impact of the tariffs on the continent would be relatively minor due to […] The post “U.S. Tariffs Will Have Minimal Impact On Africa’s Trade” – Okonjo-Iweala appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Some Problems Require Traditional Solutions, Not Holy Ghost Fire – Yul Edochie

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has issued a message to pastors and priests, urging them to stop hiding their connection to traditional African practices and be more transparent with their congregations. Posting on his Instagram page on Thursday, Edochie claimed that many religious leaders are, in fact, traditionalists who often visit their ancestral homes to carry […] The post Some Problems Require Traditional Solutions, Not Holy Ghost Fire – Yul Edochie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago AMIAF’s art economy: Over 100 artists set for Lagos festival

By Henry Akubuiro Since its debut four years ago, the 2025 edition of ArtMiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) is expected to be one of the largest gatherings of artists, galleriests and facilitators in Nigeria. The fourth edition also comes with an overriding focus on the economy of art. Themed Artconomy – Redefining the Global Art […] The post AMIAF’s art economy: Over 100 artists set for Lagos festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade

BY PHILIP NWOSU As concerns grow over maritime insecurity and its impact on global commerce, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course designed to address threats to maritime security and their implications for international trade. The two-day course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade: Strategic Perspectives for Nigeria’s Blue […] The post IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Police Arrest Man For Trafficking Girl For Prostitution In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old Johnson John, a resident of the Gwallameji area, for allegedly trafficking a 19-year-old Cecelia Cosmos for prostitution. According to the police, Cecelia was deceitfully lured by Johnson on April 12, 2025, under the pretense of a job opportunity in Lagos State. The victim’s mother, a Rhoda […]

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33 h. ago Climate activists renew call for climate reparations for Africa

Climate activists are again demanding what they say is long overdue: climate reparations from the world’s biggest polluters to the read more Climate activists renew call for climate reparations for Africa

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33 h. ago Unjust tariffs threaten global supply chains – Nigerian expert warns

Arogundade Oluwasegun, founder of Leagile Supply Services, has said that ongoing trade tensions and increasing reciprocal tariffs are causing major read more Unjust tariffs threaten global supply chains – Nigerian expert warns

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