4 h. ago Nigeria, Morocco Creates Joint Venture Firm To Manage $25bn Gas Pipeline

Nigeria and Morocco have agreed to unveil a joint venture to manage a long-planned $25 billion pipeline which will ship gas to Europe, a Moroccan minister has said. Morocco’s minister of energy transition and sustainable development, Leila Benali, told Morocco’s parliament that a floating gas storage terminal would also be installed at Nador on the […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a high-level virtual dialogue yesterday, President Bola Tinubu urged world leaders to act decisively on the escalating global climate crisis, emphasising that the time for climate action is not tomorrow but now. In a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President called for unity, courage […] The post Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s energy transition plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms

• As Tinubu unveils energy transition plan   By Uche Usim and Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the federal government to ensure that energy subsidy reforms are inclusive and do not disproportionately burden poor and vulnerable Nigerians. The caution comes as President Bola Tinubu officially unveiled Nigeria’s energy transition plan […] The post IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s bold energy transition plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged global leaders to act swiftly on the climate crisis during a virtual dialogue co-hosted by UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. In a statement by Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said, “The time for climate action is not tomorrow; it […] The post Tinubu calls for immediate global climate action, unveils Nigeria’s bold energy transition plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions

By Gabriel Dike The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) on Tuesday expressed concern about recent reports alleging unethical practices by some institutions in the administration of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), a scheme meant for students in tertiary institutions in the country. The union in a statement signed by the National President of CONUA, […] The post CONUA seeks probe of NELFUND student loan mismanagement by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigerian economy better positioned to withstand external pressures, says IMF

.Says tight monetary policy stance required to firmly guide inflation down The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that the read more Nigerian economy better positioned to withstand external pressures, says IMF

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9 d. ago NOA, NBS unveil key components of Nigeria’s ongoing GDP rebasing

In a renewed drive to promote transparency and citizen engagement in economic policymaking, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have jointly unveiled the critical elements of Nigeria’s ongoing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rebasing exercise. The initiative, presented during a sensitisation event, is aimed at fostering public understanding and inclusivity […] The post NOA, NBS unveil key components of Nigeria’s ongoing GDP rebasing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has raised concerns over unethical practices in the disbursement of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), alleging that some tertiary institutions, in collusion with banks, are diverting student loans for personal gain. Speaking on Thursday in Abeokuta, NANS National Vice President for Inter-Campus and […] The post NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Shettima unveils FG’s action plan to curb flood disasters, others

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday unveiled Nigeria’s Anticipatory Action Framework designed to shift disaster management from reactive responses to read more Shettima unveils FG’s action plan to curb flood disasters, others

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1 week ago FG takes action to prevent flood disaster, climate crises as Shettima unveils preemptive plan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday launched Nigeria’s Anticipatory Action Framework at a validation workshop in Abuja, signalling a shift from reactive disaster management to proactive flood prevention. The framework leverages early warning systems, community empowerment, and pre-arranged financing to mitigate climate-induced disasters, which impacted over five million Nigerians in 2024. […] The post FG takes action to prevent flood disaster, climate crises as Shettima unveils preemptive plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NELFUND: NANS condemns withholding of student loans, threatens protests

The National Association of Nigerian Students has voiced concern over the alleged non-disbursement of student loans by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, despite claims that funds have already been released. PUNCH online reports that an investigation into the handling of the Federal Government’s student loan programme revealed that some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with banks, Read More

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1 week ago Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has warned that tertiary institutions that fail to inform students of loan disbursements made read more Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

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2 w. ago Firm to unveil survey on Nigeria’s oil, gas reforms April 17

A research and advocacy organisation, Good Governance Africa, is set to host a high-level dialogue on Nigeria’s oil and gas sector reforms, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote good governance and sustainable development across Africa’s largest economy. The event, scheduled for April 17 in Lagos, will feature the public presentation of survey findings Read More

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2 w. ago Obasanjo unveils health initiatives, hearing aid scheme in Abia

Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Thursday in Umuahia, officially unveiled Abia State Formal Sector Health Insurance, Abia Health Outreach, and the free distribution of hearing aids by the Olusegun Obasanjo Foundation and Starkey Foundation. Obasanjo, who described Abia State Governor Alex Otti as an “established performing governor”, commended the governor for his healthcare Read More

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2 w. ago Cristiano Ronaldo teases Hollywood movie, unveils film studio

Cristiano Ronaldo has ventured into filmmaking, announcing his partnership with Hollywood director Matthew Vaughn. The Al-Nassr forward, who is also known for his business acumen, took to his official X account to share the update. Vaughn is behind the popular Kingsman franchise, and his collaboration with the sports legend has birthed a new film studio. […] The post Cristiano Ronaldo teases Hollywood movie, unveils film studio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ICSAN unveils plans for N3.5bn national secretariat in Lagos

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria has unveiled plans to establish a national secretariat, expand its national footprint to Abuja, and rebrand its role in governance and administration. At a press briefing on Thursday, the treasurer of ICSAN, Mr. Francis Olawale, provided key updates on the institute’s projects, including the ongoing construction Read More

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2 w. ago NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed strong concerns over unethical practices reportedly perpetrated by some tertiary institutions in relation to the student loan scheme. According to NELFUND, certain institutions have been receiving student loan payments directly into their accounts but have failed to inform the students or update their fee records accordingly. This […] The post NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) announced on Thursday that it has uncovered fraudulent activities by some institutions in the student loan programme’s implementation. In a statement, NELFund revealed that certain institutions fail to inform students of disbursements made on their behalf, yet still demand payment of institutional fees from those […] The post Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rotary unveils $9m childhood health improvement scheme in Nigeria

Nigeria is said to be in line to receive $9m worth of healthcare improvement support from Rotary International. The project read more Rotary unveils $9m childhood health improvement scheme in Nigeria

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3 w. ago Huawei unveils energy storage system, targets Nigeria’s power challenges

Huawei Nigeria Digital Power has introduced an innovative product, the LUNA2000-215 Series, the world’s first hybrid air and liquid cooling commercial and industrial energy storage solution. The launch, which took place at an event attended by industry partners and key stakeholders from the C&I energy sector, marked a significant milestone in the region’s energy landscape. Read More

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