64 m. ago Deputy Speaker Kalu Hails Mahamat On Election As PAP Vice President

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has congratulated Hon. Djidda Mamar Mahamat on his election as the 4th Vice-President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), representing the Central African region within the Bureau. Kalu who is leader of the Nigerian delegation to PAP, commended Mahamat’s leadership and commitment to advancing the interests […]

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2 h. ago CAC Member, Bashir Mohammed hails Massari On SportsVille Award.

The Technical Director of Cycling Federation of Nigeria CFN and a member of the Confederation of Africa Cycling (CAC ) Bashir Mohammed, has showered praises on the organisers of annual Sporsville Award over the nomination of Chief Giandomenico Massari for the 2025 award. Mohammed, a board member of the Federation, expressed joy over the feat […]

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3 h. ago Tariff Hike A Move To Prevent Telecom Companies From Going Under – Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has revealed that the recent 50% tariff increase for telecommunications services saved the industry from collapse. Tijani’s statement came after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu and a delegation from Airtel, led by its founder and chairman, Sunil Mittal, on Thursday. The Minister emphasised that […] The post Tariff Hike A Move To Prevent Telecom Companies From Going Under – Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago At Cameroon Meeting, Elumelu Seeks Strategic Partnership To Boost African Economy

The chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, and Heirs Holdings Group Tony Elumelu, has emphasised the need for a strategic and collaborative approach to drive sustainable economic growth across the African continent. According to him, to see the kind of growth needed in Cameroon specifically and in Africa generally, governments, private sector leaders, and […]

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3 h. ago Africa’s Gas Revolution Hinges On Strategic Policy Framework– Ekpo

Minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has called for a robust and strategic policy framework to unlock Africa’s vast gas resources and ensure energy security, economic diversification, and sustainable industrialisation. Speaking at the Nigerian International Energy Summit (NIES) in Abuja on Thursday, Ekpo stated that with over 600 trillion cubic feet of […]

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6 h. ago LED billboard owners struggling with high energy cost – OAAN

Operators of LED billboard advertising in Nigeria are feeling the pinch as soaring energy costs force them to limit ad exposures, reducing the number of brands using the digital platform. Disclosing this to The PUNCH in a phone interview, President of the Out-of-Home Advertisers Association of Nigeria, Sola Akinsiku, lamented the heavy financial burden placed Read More

Economics

6 h. ago AfDB, Standard Bank collaborate to support SMEs, boost trade

The African Development Bank Group and Standard Bank Group on Monday signed a landmark financial agreement to enhance funding for small, medium, and micro enterprises and expand trade across Africa. According to a statement, the agreement included a R3.6 bn investment in a social bond and a $200m Risk Participation Agreement for Standard Bank of Read More

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7 h. ago Filmhouse Group collaborates with AFRIFF, University for the Creative Arts to shape future of creative talent

Tribune Online Filmhouse Group collaborates with AFRIFF, University for the Creative Arts to shape future of creative talent   The Filmhouse Group, in partnership with Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and University for the Creative Arts (UCA), recently launched an initiative to equip secondary school and university students with industry knowledge and hands-on experience in the creative sector. The five-day program, led by AFRIFF, aims to introduce students to career opportunities in the […] Filmhouse Group collaborates with AFRIFF, University for the Creative Arts to shape future of creative talent Tribune Online

Culture

9 h. ago Zonal congresses: PDP internal wrangling threatens future electoral success

Despite the crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party, its zonal congresses in the South-South, South-East, and North-East saw both successes and divisions. While some regions experienced smooth processes, others deepened party polarisation. ABDULRAHMAN ZAKARIYAU X-ray the outcomes and the growing internal tensions within the party The main opposition party has been struggling with internal issues Read More

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9 h. ago Education crucial for Africa leadership transformation – Moghalu

Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Prof Kingsley Moghalu, has emphasised that education is the key to transforming governance in Africa. Speaking at an information session in Lagos on Tuesday, Moghalu, who serves as the inaugural president of the African School of Governance, Kigali, Rwanda, underscored the critical role of education in Read More

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9 h. ago Leather industry: Expert calls for action to unlock sector’s potential

In a bold vision for Nigeria’s economic future, Meck Emmanuel, Founder of Nyashii Leather, has called for a concerted effort to unlock the immense potential of the country’s leather industry. Disclosing in a recent statement, the expert asserted that Nigeria possesses a significant livestock population, generating a substantial volume of hides and skins. He noted […] The post Leather industry: Expert calls for action to unlock sector’s potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Police arrest 2,322 suspects, recover N784,000 from corrupt cops in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has disclosed significant achievements in its crime prevention efforts for 2024, highlighting the effectiveness of its community policing strategy. According to the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO Ahmed Wakil, a total of 1,182 cases were recorded, resulting in the arrest of 2,322 suspects. He explained that of these, 678 Read More

Events

12 h. ago Immigration detains 378 undocumented migrants from four African countries

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced  the arrest of 378 undocumented migrants engaged in fraudulent activities across Ogun State. According read more Immigration detains 378 undocumented migrants from four African countries

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12 h. ago LaLiga, EA SPORTS launch ‘Next Gen Draft’ to develop young football talent

LaLiga and EA SPORTS have introduced Next Gen Draft, a global initiative under the EA SPORTS FC FUTURES social impact read more LaLiga, EA SPORTS launch ‘Next Gen Draft’ to develop young football talent

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12 h. ago Napoli seek swift decision on Victor Osimhen’s future amid Man United links

Napoli director Giovanni Manna is eager for a swift resolution regarding Victor Osimhen’s future at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona read more Napoli seek swift decision on Victor Osimhen’s future amid Man United links

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14 h. ago 10 Essential Steps for African Actors to Attract International Opportunities

In an ever-evolving global film and television industry, African actors are increasingly making their mark on the international stage. However, read more 10 Essential Steps for African Actors to Attract International Opportunities

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15 h. ago Nigeria loses 40 meters of land annually to coastal erosion—Minister

Southern Nigeria is losing between 30 to 40 meters of land to coastal erosion every year, a crisis that demands urgent intervention, according to the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji. The Minister made the revelation in a statement on Thursday issued by the Director of Media and Corporate Communications at the National Read More

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15 h. ago FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister

Tribune Online FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister The Federal Government has announced plans to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas to expand access to telecommunications services and improve digital connectivity across the country. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, made this known after leading Airtel executives on a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential […] FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Nigeria, ITU, Others Brainstorm On Submarine Cable Resilience

Nigeria, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Portugal and other stakeholders, have taken steps to proffer solutions to the disruptions of submarine cables and strengthening resilience to protect the infrastructure that is central to growth and sustenance of global digital economy. This was the crux of the ITU International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit that commenced in […]

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17 h. ago Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants

Tribune Online Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants He stated, "In this digital age, we are presented with an incredible array of opportunities to engage, educate, and uplift our younger generation. Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants Tribune Online

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