28 m. ago Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Majority of Nigerians do not grasp the scale of world’s wealthiest black man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s wealth because of his family’s modest way of life, presidential aide, Gimba Kakanda has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Research & Analytics stated this in an X post on Tuesday. On Tuesday, […] The post Forbes list: Why Nigerians underestimate Dangote’s wealth – Tinubu’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 m. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO

• Targets attracting $30bn in investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, has dissolved the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, removing its chairman, […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 m. ago Profile: Meet Bayo Ojulari, the veteran Engineer in charge of NNPC

In the heart of Nigeria’s energy sector, a new chapter unfolds as Bayo Ojulari, a seasoned engineer with a career read more Profile: Meet Bayo Ojulari, the veteran Engineer in charge of NNPC

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2 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on Nigerians to support and encourage the military in its commitment to secure the country. The army chief made the call when he hosted frontline troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, to his special Eid-el-fitr celebration luncheon in Port […] The post Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and tolerance as key pillars for national progress, drawing from the lessons of Ramadan. He also called on everyone to support the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, assuring that short-term difficulties would yield long-term benefits for the country. According to […] The post Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Woman arrested for trafficking daughter for N50,000 to Mauritania

Operatives of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested a woman whose identity was not disclosed alongside an accomplice for allegedly trafficking young girls to Mauritania as commercial sex workers for N50,000. The Zonal Public Relations Officer, Umma Ayuba, disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the suspects were arrested at Read More

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6 h. ago How relevant are monarchies in contemporary governance system?

The earliest form of governance system is the monarchy. Even the Holy Books confirm this. That is why in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and many countries in the Middle East, they are still ruled by kings. England, Spain, and Morocco are still ruled by kings. In the traditional and pre-colonial Nigeria, all the communities, towns and Read More

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6 h. ago Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime

• Seeks collaboration of Sahel, West African countries   From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has vowed to tighten the noose on  Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) while canvassing effective border control. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said this when he addressed newsmen on the sidelines of the ongoing Border Security Summit in Lancaster House, […] The post Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s SMEs: The unsung heroes driving our economy forward

SMEs the acronym that speaks volumes in our present-day economy! In Nigeria, SMEs contribute 48 percent of national GDP, account read more Nigeria’s SMEs: The unsung heroes driving our economy forward

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6 h. ago Shell, Renaissance face legal action over SPDC licence transfer

A suit seeking to stop Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited’s deal transferring its mining licence to Renaissance African Energy Company Limited has been filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos. The Incorporated Trustees of Human Environmental Development Agenda sued Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited, Renaissance African Energy Company Limited, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Read More

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6 h. ago Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu

        Sarkin Hausawa Enugu State, Abubakar Yusuf Sambo, has commended Governor Peter Mbah for his fair, inclusive and speedy delivery of security and democracy dividends. He called for support for his administration’s war against criminals and effort to build a prosperous Enugu State. Mbah, whose appointees are drawn from various parts of […] The post Gov Mbah has delivered beyond expectations – Sarkin Hausawa Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Dollar squeeze forces Nigerians to explore alternative migration routes

Nigeria’s foreign exchange impasse is reshaping migration patterns, with many aspiring emigrants reconsidering moves to traditional tier-one countries like the US, UK, and Canada. As migration costs soar and visa regulations tighten, alternative destinations in Europe—such as Portugal, Finland, Hungary and Sweden—are gaining appeal due to lower visa requirements, a cheaper cost of living, and Read More

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6 h. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years

Goals from Johnny Cardoso and Cucho Hernández earned Manuel Pellegrini his first league victory against Sevilla FC as coach of Los Verdiblancos. Real Betis conquered city rivals Sevilla FC 2-1 on Sunday night, a result which means so much to the green and white half of the city. That was made clear by the fact […] The post Euphoria as Real Betis wins ELGRANDERBI, first time in 7 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle over improved security

The Northern Elders Political Development Group has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for their collaborative efforts in enhancing security in the North-West region of Nigeria. In a statement issued by its Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, Read More

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6 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria fortunate to have Tinubu as president – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Olatunbosun Tijani, says Nigeria is fortunate to have President Bola Tinubu in the leadership saddle, saying his policies have liberalised education and resolved the fuel subsidy, which was draining the country’s resources. Tijani, who spoke with journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday, also said his Read More

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