56 m. ago Exciting Showdown Ahead As 4th Annual Aviation Cup Africa Golf Tourney Holds In May

The anticipation is building as the 4th Annual Aviation Cup Africa Golf Tournament gears up for an exhilarating showdown at the Ikeja Golf Club from May 16 to 17, 2025. Prominent aviation companies and institutions, including ExecuJet Nigeria FZE, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), are already […]

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57 m. ago Shock As Final Year AkwaPoly Student Slumps, Dies In Karate Pitch

Gloom has enveloped the Akwa Ibom Polytechnic (AkwaPoly) community at Ikot Osurua, in Ikot Ekpene local government area of Akwa Ibom State. It was a bleak weekend for the students of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies following the incident of their final year Higher National Diploma (HND) colleague, who slumped and died instantly […]

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1 hour ago FG hails A’Ibom gov’s investment in human capital development

The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has applauded Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno’s human capital development, saying it is worthy of emulation. Shettima stated this in Uyo on Monday while launching the ARISE Human Capital Development Strategic Plan at the Banquet Hall of Government House. He emphasised that investment in human capital Read More

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2 h. ago Nigeria Must Address Key Challenges For $1trn Goal – UBA GMD

The group managing director of United Bank for Africa, Oliver Alawuba has said Nigeria needs to take deliberate efforts to address major challenges facing the country, including insecurity, high inflation pressure, enhancing ease of doing business and access to finance for her to achieve the $1 trillion economy target of the current administration. The UBA […]

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5 h. ago USAID cuts leave African health systems in crisis as malaria, cholera surge

As clouds gather and humidity rises across West Africa, whose annual rains bring an uptick of deadly, malaria-carrying mosquitoes, Musa Adamu Ibrahim, a nurse, is sitting at home, unemployed. In Nigeria — home to 30 percent of the world’s annual 600,000 malaria deaths — clinics that once served 300 people a day in the conflict-hit Read More

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8 h. ago FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has lauded Cross River State for its proactive efforts in combating climate change and raising awareness about its impact, aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF),George Akume, delivered this commendation during a courtesy visit by contestants of the 2025 Miss Africa […] The post FG commends Cross River’s leadership in climate change awareness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Lagos strengthens position as Nigeria’s technology nerve centre

Lagos, a metropolis of over 20 million people, is strengthening its position as Nigeria’s technology nerve centre, steadily expanding its data centre footprint to align with Africa’s broader digital infrastructure network. Nigeria’s commercial hub drives most of the country’s 16 operational data centres, including Google, MDXi (MainOne by Equinix) and Africa Data Centres, within a Read More

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10 h. ago Nigeria still Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline –OPEC

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has retained its status as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, although with a decrease in output for the month of March. This is according to the latest report from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In its monthly report released on Monday, OPEC reported that Nigeria’s oil production […] The post Nigeria still Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline –OPEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago NOG Energy Week 2025 to accelerate Africa’s integration into global energy value chain

The 24th edition of NOG Energy Week will help to advance conversations on raising African stakes in global energy industry. Themed ‘Accelerating Global Energy Progress through Investment, Partnerships and Innovation’, the event is scheduled to hold from 29 June to 3 July 2025, at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja. It will bring together leaders, […] The post NOG Energy Week 2025 to accelerate Africa’s integration into global energy value chain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Shettima reaffirms Nigeria’s goal to join top 80 on human capital index by 2030, lauds Akwa Ibom

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to achieving a top-80 ranking on the global Human Capital Index (HCI) by 2030, emphasizing the importance of grassroots implementation and data-driven policies to transform the nation’s socioeconomic landscape.  Speaking in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Monday, Shettima launched the state’s National Human […] The post Shettima reaffirms Nigeria’s goal to join top 80 on human capital index by 2030, lauds Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Senator Adeyemi urges Tinubu to immortalise Christian Chukwu

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja   Senator Smart Adeyemi has called on President Bola Tinubu to immortalise the late legendary former captain of Nigeria’s national football team, the Green Eagles (now Super Eagles), Christian Chukwu, who led the country to its first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 1980 after previously securing two bronze medals. […] The post Senator Adeyemi urges Tinubu to immortalise Christian Chukwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra

As security agencies launch operation zero kidnapping and other violent crimes   From Aloysius Attah and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   The Police in Anambra state has given the assurance of adequate security and preparedness of the command in Anambra to protect the citizens as Easter celebration gets underway. Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, Ikioye […] The post Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago South Africa invites Nigeria to host G20 event, as Trump threatens boycott

South Africa has extended an invitation to Nigeria to host a G20 event in its capital city Abuja, an offer read more South Africa invites Nigeria to host G20 event, as Trump threatens boycott

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17 h. ago Minister calls for collective action in empowering Nigerian women

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a powerful message at a strategic brunch hosted by Women in Philanthropy and Impact Africa (WIPIA) in Lagos, Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, emphasised the urgent need for collective action to empower Nigerian women. The event brought together private sector leaders and philanthropists to discuss public-private partnerships and the […] The post Minister calls for collective action in empowering Nigerian women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Nigeria remains Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has retained its status as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, although with a decrease in output for the month of March. This is according to the latest report from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In its monthly report released on Monday, OPEC reported that Nigeria’s oil production […] The post Nigeria remains Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service

By Ngozi Nwoke The Lagos chapter of the Okporo Community Development Assembly (OCDA) in Imo State has concluded activities marking its 25th anniversary celebration, outlining its accomplishments over the years. President of the association, Chinaka Okani, while reflecting on the association’s achievements over the years, said, “Today, we celebrate our journey, our achievements, and look […] The post Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China

Controversial social media figure, Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reacted to circulating claims that he was bounced from Obi Cubana’s extravagant 50th birthday celebration and allegedly deported from China. The rumour gained attention after media personality Radiogad alleged online that VDM, who lives in Abuja, was neither invited to the star-studded party […] The post VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: “Don’t Give Up Yet, Anything Can Happen” –Utaka Charges Super Eagles

Former Nigerian international, John Utaka has urged Super Eagles players to maintain their determination and positive mindset in the remaining games to qualify for 2026 World Cup. Bafana Bafana of South Africa lead group C with 13 points, while Nigeria have just 7 points, a point behind Rwanda and Benin who have 8 points each. […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: “Don’t Give Up Yet, Anything Can Happen” –Utaka Charges Super Eagles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Collaborative approach key to Africa’s $10bn fintech success— Flutterwave CEO

Payment regulators in Nigeria and other African countries are supportive of innovation but expect accountability and strong consumer protection from fintech operators, the Chief Executive Officer of Flutterwave, Olugbenga Agboola, said on Monday. Agboola, who leads Africa’s largest payments technology firm, made this disclosure at the ongoing GITEX Africa’s tech summit in Morocco, dismissing claims Read More

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21 h. ago Adesina recounts journey to AfDB presidency, credits Jonathan, Buhari, others

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), shared his path to becoming the bank’s first Nigerian president at the 14th convocation lecture of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) on April 12. Speaking on “Advancing Africa’s Positioning within Global Development and Geopolitical Dynamics”, Adesina detailed the pivotal […] The post Adesina recounts journey to AfDB presidency, credits Jonathan, Buhari, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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