3 h. ago Police: CSOs petition Reps, ICPC over N6bn contract splitting

By Christopher Oji A group of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has petitioned the House of Representatives, as well as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission ( ICPC), over alleged N6 billion contract splitting in the Nigeria Police. Executive Director, Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre  in Africa and Convener, Say No Campaign Nigeria, Ezenwa […] The post Police: CSOs petition Reps, ICPC over N6bn contract splitting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Okobi, Esomeju, Otaigbe join global dialogue on sustainable finance

Access Holdings PLC will be among the leading participants in the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Regional Roundtable on Sustainable Finance for Africa and Middle East. Taking place from May 6-7, 2025, in Marrakech, Morocco, the event will bring together regulators, policymakers, and key stakeholders from the financial sector to discuss and […] The post Okobi, Esomeju, Otaigbe join global dialogue on sustainable finance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Cascador, Sterling Bank launches $2m funding for African entrepreneurs

Cascador, an annual program focused on developing Nigerian entrepreneurs who are scaling mission-driven companies, has inked a partnership deal with Sterling Bank to launch a funding model for Africa’s most promising ventures. Backed by a $2 million fund, the partnership introduces flexible financing for Cascador alumni; pairing low-interest debt with business mentorship, tailored repayment terms, […] The post Cascador, Sterling Bank launches $2m funding for African entrepreneurs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Q1: Africa’s smartphone market booms amid global stagnation – Report

By Chinenye Anuforo chinenyeanuforo@gmail.com   While the global smartphone market experienced a largely flat first quarter, with vendors navigating an increasingly turbulent landscape, Africa stood out as a region of notable activity and growth. According to a recent report by Canalys, worldwide smartphone shipments reached 296.9 million units in Q1 2025, a negligible increase from […] The post Q1: Africa’s smartphone market booms amid global stagnation – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago TD Africa, Huawei empower installers to drive eKit deployment across Africa

By Chinenye Anuforo   To ensure seamless adoption of the Huawei eKit solution across Africa, TD Africa, the continent’s leading technology distributor, in collaboration with Huawei, hosted an exclusive Installer Workshop in Lagos, recently. The workshop is a strategic initiative to educate, empower and recruit certified installers who will become TD Africa’s official hands-on force […] The post TD Africa, Huawei empower installers to drive eKit deployment across Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Zinox empowers 10,000 women to lead Africa’s tech revolution

By Chinenye Anuforo   Chairman of the Zinox Group, Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, has set a goal to empower the continent’s tech future by developing over 10,000 female technology professionals within the next five years. The initiative underscores the Zinox Group’s long-standing commitment to not only participating in Africa’s tech evolution but actively shaping its […] The post Zinox empowers 10,000 women to lead Africa’s tech revolution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NSA Seeks Mechanism To Prevent, Counter Terrorists’ Use Of IEDs

  The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has called for development of effective mechanisms to enhance the ability of the states to prevent and counter the use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) by terrorist groups in West Africa. Ribadu made the call on Tuesday at the opening of the stakeholders’ meeting on Consolidating Collaborative […]

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14 h. ago Group Dismisses Corruption Allegations Against LASUSTECH VC Odusanya

  The Campaign for Democracy and Justice (CDJ) has dismissed the allegations of corruption against the Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Professor Olumuyiwa Odusanya. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, chairman of CDJ, Ishola Adeshina, said the Vice Chancellor was not only a man of honour and of […]

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14 h. ago Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday expressed concern over the number of public health emergencies across Africa, with Nigeria read more Disease outbreaks: WHO deploys health emergency response vehicles to six Nigerian states

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15 h. ago Africa’s rise in global uncertainty hangs on industrialisation, regional trade

West Africa is emerging as an investment-ready, industrially ambitious, and increasingly unified strategic partner, agree stakeholders in Nigeria’s manufacturing, trade read more Africa’s rise in global uncertainty hangs on industrialisation, regional trade- stakeholders

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16 h. ago Obasanjo: Africa can develop if governments enable investment and growth

Olusegun Obasanjo has observed that Africa has all it takes to develop, if govt create a conducive environment and right incentives. read more Obasanjo: Africa can develop if governments enable investment and growth

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18 h. ago Meet Vincent Didanda, entrepreneur bridging Africa’s digital divide

Africa faces critical challenges for digital development, including underdeveloped digital infrastructure, lack of accessible, and inadequate skills for digitally enabled read more Meet Vincent Didanda, entrepreneur bridging Africa’s digital divide

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19 h. ago Africa’s health resilience takes centre stage at ECOWAS@50 Summit

By Doris Obinna Strengthening Africa’s health resilience through local pharmaceutical manufacturing, innovation, and strategic investment was a major focus at the ECOWAS@50 sub-regional summit, held April 28–29, 2025, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Victoria Island, Lagos. At the heart of this conversation was Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, whose Executive Director, Mrs. […] The post Africa’s health resilience takes centre stage at ECOWAS@50 Summit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Ruth Kadiri Celebrates YouTube Recognition As One Of Nigeria’s Top Female Creators

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Ruth Kadiri has expressed heartfelt gratitude after receiving special recognition from YouTube. In a post on her Instagram page on Monday, Kadiri revealed that she was honoured just a day before YouTube marked its 20th anniversary. She was named among four outstanding female creators who are pushing creative boundaries and transforming […] The post Ruth Kadiri Celebrates YouTube Recognition As One Of Nigeria’s Top Female Creators appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Diddy trial: Kanye West, Michael B Jordan, others named amid jury selection

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial commenced on Monday morning with a jury selection in New York, with jurors asked to look at a list of celebrities and public figures. Diddy, one of Hollywood’s most famous music moguls, is facing charges of sexual assault, trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, and others. On Monday, 150 potential jurors were required […] The post Diddy trial: Kanye West, Michael B Jordan, others named amid jury selection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Addressing logistics gap is crucial to Nigeria’s economic growth – Report

For Africa’s most populous country to drive sustainable and inclusive growth, it must address infrastructural bottlenecks, especially in its logistics read more Addressing logistics gap is crucial to Nigeria’s economic growth – Report

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22 h. ago BAT Nigeria celebrates four years without lost time injuries on World Safety Day

British American Tobacco Nigeria (BAT Nigeria) is marking a significant milestone this World Day for Safety and Health at Work, read more BAT Nigeria celebrates four years without lost time injuries on World Safety Day

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23 h. ago World Press Day: Imasuen Reaffirms Commitment To Media Rights

Senator Neda Imasuen has marked World Press Freedom Day with a strong message of support for journalists, lauding their resilience and reaffirming the critical role of press freedom in sustaining democracy. In a statement released to coincide with the global observance, the Senator praised media professionals in Edo State, Nigeria, and across the world for […]

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25 h. ago 25 Years Later, Democracy Has Not Impacted Nigeria’s Foreign Policy – Political Scientists

Political scientists have posited that democracy has not significantly impacted Nigeria’s foreign policy since its return to democratic rule in 1999. They noted that the expectation that the country would enjoy increased international influence and engagement following its return to democracy over 25 years ago has not materialised. The political scientists made their position known […]

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35 h. ago Deadly airstrikes hit hospital, market in South Sudan as fears of civil war grow

At least seven people have been killed and 20 others injured after a hospital and a local market were bombed read more Deadly airstrikes hit hospital, market in South Sudan as fears of civil war grow

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