78 m. ago Recapitalization watch: Nigerian banks tread carefully between capital targets and dividend payouts

Tribune Online Recapitalization watch: Nigerian banks tread carefully between capital targets and dividend payouts As Nigerian banks race to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new recapitalization requirements, a growing tension is emerging: how to comply with stringent regulatory benchmarks while maintaining attractive dividend payouts for shareholders. In the latest edition of Proshare’s Bank Recapitalization Watch, several lenders have made progress in their capital-raise programmes, although many are […] Recapitalization watch: Nigerian banks tread carefully between capital targets and dividend payouts Tribune Online

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2 h. ago What advertising stakeholders expect from ARCON — Adisa, AAAN President

Tribune Online What advertising stakeholders expect from ARCON — Adisa, AAAN President The President of the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN), Lanre Adisa, has called for a dynamic, forward-looking regulatory framework, and equal enforcement for all players in the nation’s ecosystem.  Adisa, who is also the Chairman of the Heads of Advertising Sectoral Group (HASG), made the call at the Advertising Stakeholders’ Forum, held in […] What advertising stakeholders expect from ARCON — Adisa, AAAN President Tribune Online

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2 h. ago WHO pushes for 50% tax hike on sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has advised Nigeria and other member countries to raise the prices of sugary drinks, alcohol and tobacco by 50 per cent through taxation over the next 10 years, to help curb rising non-communicable diseases (WHO). The global push was contained in a recent statement published on its website, the United […] The post WHO pushes for 50% tax hike on sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago ADC Coalition Crowded With Presidential Hopefuls, Fielding Atiku Again A Big Mistake – Datti Baba

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has raised concerns over the African Democratic Congress (ADC)-led coalition, describing it as a platform crowded with individuals nursing presidential ambitions. Speaking in an interview with Trust TV on Sunday, Baba-Ahmed said while the coalition is rich in political strength and resources, it lacks […] The post ADC Coalition Crowded With Presidential Hopefuls, Fielding Atiku Again A Big Mistake – Datti Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago ARCON poised to equip advertisers with strategies to stay ahead of the curve

Holds Advertising Industry Colloquium Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria, ARCON will today bring marketing industry experts and academia together to read more ARCON poised to equip advertisers with strategies to stay ahead of the curve

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16 h. ago Innovative InsurTech platform goes live to transform insurance access in Nigeria

In its bid to deepen insurance among Nigerian populace, Transparency Scape Insurance Brokers Limited, foremost insurance brokerage firm in Nigeria, read more Innovative InsurTech platform goes live to transform insurance access in Nigeria

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21 h. ago Villa Forces Prevented Osinbajo From Implementing Ideas– Galadima’s Daughter

Former presidential aide and daughter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) chieftain, Buba Galadima, Zainab, has revealed that some forces in the Presidential Villa prevented former vice president Yemi Osinbajo from implementing ideas. Zainab, who was a guest on a Mic-On, a political and current affairs podcast anchored by media practitioner, Seun Okinbaloye, also […]

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24 h. ago How we raised Enugu’s IGR from N25bn to N600bn in 2 years – Gov Mbah

Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, hosted the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) at this year’s Biennial Convention of the guild held in Enugu. At an interaction with the leaders of the guild, Dr Mbah reeled out his achievements in two years and how he’s building the state for future generations.    While we were […] The post How we raised Enugu’s IGR from N25bn to N600bn in 2 years – Gov Mbah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite

The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) will convene its flagship 52nd Annual General Meeting and Congress from July 17–19 at JAGZ Hotel, Ibadan. This year’s theme, “Charting Bold Paths Forward,” reflects the industry’s shared commitment to embracing innovation, resilience, and transformative leadership in a rapidly changing environment. The three-day gathering will feature a […] The post Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Rainy season farming: Scanty rainfall, insecurity heighten fears of poor harvest

• Kaduna, Nasarawa offer better hope   By Noah Ebije (Kaduna), John Adams (Minna), Emmanuel Adeyemi (Lokoja), Agaju Madugba (Katsina)   The late start of the rains in the northern parts of the country has expectedly raised concerns about the country experiencing food scarcity in the coming year.     KADUNA In Kaduna State, the […] The post Rainy season farming: Scanty rainfall, insecurity heighten fears of poor harvest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Pharmacists raise alarm over 5 million unregistered drug outlets in Nigeria

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has raised fresh concerns about the existence of nearly five million unregistered read more Pharmacists raise alarm over 5 million unregistered drug outlets in Nigeria

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33 h. ago Q1 2025: Benin, Togo owe Nigeria over $11m for electricity supplied

Tribune Online Q1 2025: Benin, Togo owe Nigeria over $11m for electricity supplied The shortfall, especially from Benin and Togo, has raised concerns about the sustainability of Nigeria’s cross-border electricity trade. Q1 2025: Benin, Togo owe Nigeria over $11m for electricity supplied Tribune Online

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36 h. ago More Than 50% Of Medicines In Circulation Are Fake — Pharmacists

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has expressed concerns over what it described as the resurgence of fake and substandard drugs in the country, disclosing that over 50 per cent of medicines in circulation may be counterfeit, significantly higher than the official estimates of 13 to 15 per cent. ACPN National Chairman, Pharm. […]

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40 h. ago 18 Injured As False Fire Alarm Triggers Flight Evacuation In Majorca

Not less than 18 people were injured after panic erupted onboard a Ryanair flight from Palma de Majorca to Manchester, following a false fire alert that forced an emergency evacuation in the early hours of Friday. The incident occurred shortly after midnight while the aircraft was still on the runway at Palma Airport. Passengers were […]

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56 h. ago Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Legislators in Otukpo local government council of Benue State have petitioned the State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia and the State House of Assembly over alleged misappropriation of funds, gross misconduct among other heist by the council chairman, Prince Maxwell Ogiri. The move was necessitated by initial alarm raised by Head […] The post Alleged fraud: Otukpo LG Legislators petition Alia, Assembly, seek disciplinary action against council boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Tiv indigenes allege genocide in Nasarawa, demand FG, NBA intervention

By Lukman Olabiyi Indigenous Tiv communities in Nasarawa State have raised the alarm over what they describe as systemic killings, violent displacement, and illegal occupation of their ancestral lands, allegedly carried out with the backing of the state government. The communities raised the alarm in a statement issued on its behalf by the Senior Advocate […] The post Tiv indigenes allege genocide in Nasarawa, demand FG, NBA intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Korean Staged Cinema Production Raises Question Of How We Treat Elderly In Our Societies

A Korean staged cinema production ‘The Story of an Old Couple’ parallels the experience of the elderly in both Korean and Nigeria, while raising the question of how we treat the elderly in our societies. Produced by Seoul Arts Center (SAC) On Screen, It is the story of how old couples – a widow and […]

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67 h. ago Firm Commits To Public Sector Collaboration, Sustainable Marketing

Nigeria’s outdoor advertising platform, KekeAds, has reaffirmed its commitment to public sector collaboration and sustainable marketing through showcasing Environmental, Social, and Governance(ESG)-driven advertising innovation. The company also marked a significant milestone as a proud sponsor and exhibitor at the 2025 Annual National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) Conference, held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. […]

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3 d. ago Masobe Books to publish Dr Dakuku Peterside’s bold new essays on Nigeria

Masobe Books has announced the forthcoming release of Beneath the Surface: Essays on Nigeria’s Chequered Journey, a powerful collection of read more Masobe Books to publish Dr Dakuku Peterside’s bold new essays on Nigeria

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3 d. ago FG raises alarm over reproductive health gaps among adolescent girls

Tribune Online FG raises alarm over reproductive health gaps among adolescent girls "Access in this context implies availability, affordability, acceptability and appropriateness of SRH services and information. FG raises alarm over reproductive health gaps among adolescent girls Tribune Online

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