3 h. ago Fintech launches AI assistant for migrants, offers over ₦1 billion travel loans

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo To ease the pains of migrants and ensure easy access to foreign education, a financial technology hub, Vesti, has launched an AI-powered assistant designed to assist students and other migrants in their overseas travels. This launch comes alongside the announcement of over ₦1 billion in loan facilities aimed at helping immigrants […] The post Fintech launches AI assistant for migrants, offers over ₦1 billion travel loans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

6 h. ago PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

targets 75% final salary as pension for police The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced new reforms aimed at improving read more PenCom moves to raise police pensions to 20%, introduce health insurance for retirees

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8 h. ago FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid

The proposals were aimed at modernising ageing transmission infrastructure, improving supply reliability, and meeting rising electricity demand nationwide. The post FEC Approves Four Power Sector Proposals On Reforms, National Grid appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

13 h. ago 11PLC To Boost Productivity With New Manpower Sourcing Strategy

The Management of 11plc (formerly Mobil Oil Nigeria Plc) has made some changes in its manpower sourcing in a bid to improve service delivery to stakeholders. In the renewed move, employees engaged by the former manpower firm would be absorbed by the new vendor despite the ongoing changes. The firm said the old vendor would […]

Politics

13 h. ago NISO Intervenes In Enugu Tariff Dispute As 50% Power Cut Persists

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) on Wednesday stepped into the escalating dispute between the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC) and the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) over the sharp reduction in electricity tariffs in Enugu State. This intervention follows EEDC’s reported reduction of the state’s power supply by up to 50 per cent […]

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13 h. ago Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain

Tribune Online Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain PVAC has commended the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRD) for convening a critical engagement on the healthcare sector, Presidency commends NIPRD for critical engagement on healthcare value chain Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Emotional burden of caring for persons with mental health challenges

Tribune Online Emotional burden of caring for persons with mental health challenges BOLANLE is a 32-year-old lawyer whose husband, Akin, was first diagnosed as having bipolar disorder when they were still undergraduates. They had been dating for the past three years, and he had become her rock and pillar. They were simply inseparable. It had started with his becoming reclusive, not picking up her calls and locking […] Emotional burden of caring for persons with mental health challenges Tribune Online

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17 h. ago SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning

Tribune Online SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning TOWARDS enhancing access to quality contraceptive services across the state, the Ogun State government, in collaboration with the Society for Family Health (SFH) DISC project, has organized a refresher training for health secretaries and reproductive health coordinators across the 20 local government areas of the state. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare […] SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study

Tribune Online Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study A reduction in noise generation, transmission, and exposure could alleviate the burden of hypertension in Ibadan, a study has suggested. In a new study, researchers reported that proximity to noise sources, being unemployed and educational level were associated with diagnosed hypertension in urban settings. The study, which included Olalekan J. Taiwo, Akinkunmi Okekunle, Joshua O. […] Noise reduction will likely reduce burden of hypertension in Ibadan — Study Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk, has reiterated the state’s commitment to improving maternal and child health by encouraging exclusive breastfeeding and building community support systems for nursing mothers. Speaking during the official flag-off of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week at the General Hospital, Calabar, the commissioner urged […] The post Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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23 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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26 h. ago SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

With an expanding footprint in education and retail distribution, Stephen Nzurum of SFi Africa Brands Ltd is leading efforts to read more SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

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29 h. ago Lagos cries out over overstretching of its facilities by Ogun residents

By Lukman Olabiyi, Lagos The Lagos State government has expressed concern over the increasing pressure on its healthcare infrastructure due to the high number of patients from neighbouring states, particularly Ogun State. Speaking during a virtual session of Citizensgate 2.0, a civic engagement platform tagged “Sensitisation on Volunteerism: The Power of Community in Action”, the […] The post Lagos cries out over overstretching of its facilities by Ogun residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge

By Steve Agbota In order to cushion the effects of economic hardship in Nigeria, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on President Bola Tinubu for an urgent reduction of the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at the nation’s ports. In a letter dated, August 11, and signed […] The post Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Transport

30 h. ago Relief for Sokoto civil servants as state rolls out contributory health scheme

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto For years Hussaini Musa, a civil servant, had relied on out-of-pocket payments to treat his wife’s recurring illness, often forcing the family to choose between buying medicine and meeting other household needs. Now, with the launch of the Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Scheme’s formal sector programme, Musa and thousands of other […] The post Relief for Sokoto civil servants as state rolls out contributory health scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago FG Drops Case Against Comfort Emmanson, FAAN Rewards KWAM 1 As Ambassador; His Flight Ban, Captain’s Licence Withdrawal Cut To One Month

The Federal Government has dropped its criminal case against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, accused of unruly conduct on an Ibom Air flight, and has also reduced the flight ban placed on Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, announced the decisions on […] The post FG Drops Case Against Comfort Emmanson, FAAN Rewards KWAM 1 As Ambassador; His Flight Ban, Captain’s Licence Withdrawal Cut To One Month appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Tinubu revamping economy through marine, blue economy ministry — Akutah

Tribune Online Tinubu revamping economy through marine, blue economy ministry — Akutah We are seeing figures that have never been seen before. So, infrastructure-wise, we are improving infrastructure in the port sector.... Tinubu revamping economy through marine, blue economy ministry — Akutah Tribune Online

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33 h. ago 36 Years After Okwaraji’s Tragic Death, Siasia Advocates Improved Player Safety In Football

In a poignant reflection, 36 years after the untimely death of former Nigerian international Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, his teammate and ex-Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, has expressed his belief that Okwaraji could still be alive today had proper first-aid been administered at the time of the incident. Okwaraji, who tragically succumbed to congestive heart failure […]

Events

33 h. ago Airport saga: Govt must create jobs to reduce anger crisis – Adejoh

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja If Nigeria is to avoid a full-blown social breakdown, urgent steps must be taken to reduce the daily pressure on citizens, says former PDP governorship aspirant, Princess Grace Iye Adejoh. Adejoh, a women leader and public analyst, said that with the frequent anger crises occurring in public places, especially at the […] The post Airport saga: Govt must create jobs to reduce anger crisis – Adejoh appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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