7 h. ago Poor diplomatic skills deny Nigeria huge investments – experts at American Corner roundtable in Port Harcourt

Experts who met at the American Corner in the University of Port Harcourt to review diplomatic communications have revealed that read more Poor diplomatic skills deny Nigeria huge investments – experts at American Corner roundtable in Port Harcourt

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10 h. ago Adagba launches divine consensus for Alia 2027, awards scholarship to Jechira students

The Executive Chairman, Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Grace Adagba, has presented financial scholarships to 14 students of Jechira extraction studying Agriculture and Science-related disciplines in various higher institutions across Nigeria. The presentation was made during the launch of her pet project, “Divine Consensus for Alia 2027,” held at the Vandeikya Township […] The post Adagba launches divine consensus for Alia 2027, awards scholarship to Jechira students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago ALX Nigeria launches 2025 ventures incubator to support African innovators

ALX recently launched its 2025 Ventures Incubator cohort, an elite group of startup founders handpicked from across the country, in read more ALX Nigeria launches 2025 ventures incubator to support African innovators

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64 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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65 h. ago Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a bid to prevent more Nigerians from falling victims to Ponzi schemes, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it conducted a sensitization campaign at Wuse Market on Friday. Led by its Director General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC team distributed informational flyers and engaged traders on the risks associated […] The post Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NESG, Stakeholders Launch Devt Foundation To Drive Socioeconomic Recovery

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), in partnership with key stakeholders, on Wednesday launched the Borno Development Foundation (BDF), a non-profit organization aimed at driving long-term socioeconomic development in Borno State and Northern Nigeria. The launch event, held in Abuja on April 23, 2025, marks a strategic move by the NESG to deepen regional engagement […]

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4 d. ago Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has praised Governor Dauda Lawal for his commitment to providing counterpart funding for a number of projects to benefit the people of Zamfara State. The UNDP Head of the North-West Nigeria Office, Ashraf Usman, spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the North-West Prevention Facility Project in Gusau. According […] The post Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge

Veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem has initiated the ‘Tell Your Papa’ challenge on social media, brushing aside the federal government’s ban. Information Nigeria had previously reported that the Nigerian government banned Eedris Abdulkareem’s newly released anti-Tinubu song, “Tell Your Papa,” from being aired on all radio and television stations. The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), through a […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Defies Government Ban, Launches ‘Tell Your Papa’ Challenge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago MAAUN Hails Dr. Jibia On Conferment With Katsina Traditional Title ‘Adon Gari’

The Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has congratulated Dr. Musa Lawal Jibia on his conferment with traditional title of ‘Adon Garin Katsina’ by the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji (Dr.) Abdulmumini Kabir Usman. The congratulatory message was conveyed to Dr. Jibia in a statement signed by the Founder and President of MAAUN Group of […]

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8 d. ago Paris Club refund: Melrose files contempt suit against CBN’s Cardoso, others

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Melrose General Services Limited has initiated contempt proceedings against Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso and Legal Services Director Salam-Alada Kofo for allegedly failing to comply with a Supreme Court judgement. The 2024 ruling reversed the forfeiture of ₦1.222 billion and ₦220 million linked to the Paris Club refund. […] The post Paris Club refund: Melrose files contempt suit against CBN’s Cardoso, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago PPDC, US Agency Train 40 Law Undergraduates Of Anchor Varsity

The Public Private Development Centre (PPDC), in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, has trained forty law undergraduates of Anchor University on how to facilitate access to justice for indigent detainees through the establishment of a law clinic. Speaking at the capacity development training, the CEO […]

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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 Alert Microfinance Bank enhances customer experience with innovative products

Alert Microfinance Bank has contributed in reshaping Nigeria’s microfinance banking landscape with the launch of several cutting-edge products designed to read more Alert Microfinance Bank enhances customer experience with innovative products

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Launches Action Plan To Tackle Flood, Climate Disasters

As the rainy season sets in with its attendant torrential downpour, the federal government has taken proactive steps to prevent flooding through strategic measures to enhance disaster preparedness and risk management across the country. To this effect, Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday launched Nigeria’s Anticipatory Action Framework, designed to shift disaster management from reactive […]

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1 week ago Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) on Tuesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, aiming to tackle unemployment and equip Nigerians with skills for the global economy. The initiative targets 2.5 million direct and indirect jobs annually. Shettima, in a statement by his media […] The post Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Empowering education: British Journalist, Isha Sesay, donates laptops to Chibok Girls at AUN

As community marks 11th anniversary of abduction The American University of Nigeria (AUN) has marked the 11th anniversary of the read more Empowering education: British Journalist, Isha Sesay, donates laptops to Chibok Girls at AUN

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1 week ago Boeing, Junior Achievement Nigeria support 600 girls with STEMpreneurship skills

Junior Achievement Nigeria has partnered with Boeing to launch the STEMpreneurship Quest Program, which is set to reach 600 girls read more Boeing, Junior Achievement Nigeria support 600 girls with STEMpreneurship skills

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1 week 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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1 week ago Strategic Shift: Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha Charts New Course with Massive 2.5 Million Jobs and Skills Drive

In a bold move to tackle unemployment and boost national productivity, the Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch read more Strategic Shift: Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha Charts New Course with Massive 2.5 Million Jobs and Skills Drive

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2 w. ago Diageo’s world class returns to spotlight Nigeria’s finest bartenders

World Class, one of the world’s most prestigious bartending competitions organised by Diageo, has returned to Nigeria. First launched in read more Diageo’s world class returns to spotlight Nigeria’s finest bartenders

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