54 m. ago Pascal Dozie: 10 things to know about Diamond Bank’s founder

The founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and former chairman of MTN Nigeria, Pascal Gabriel Dozie, has passed away at the age of 85. The Dozie family confirmed his death in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to his son, Uzoma Dozie, who spoke on behalf of the family, the renowned business tycoon died Read More

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68 m. ago At 17th LEADERSHIP Conference, VP Shettima Says Nigeria’s Real Problem Is Fiscal Indiscipline, Not Political Structure

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has identified fiscal irresponsibility— and not the structure of the country’s federalism—as the root cause of Nigeria’s governance challenges. VP Shettima made the remarks at the 17th Annual LEADERSHIP Newspaper Conference and Awards held at the Banquet Hall of the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday. Speaking on the theme, […]

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2 h. ago Firm Moves Secure Digital Future Through Innovation, Entrepreneurship

The maiden edition of Tech Symposium Africa seeks to bring together top industry leaders, policymakers, tech innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore how technology and digital entrepreneurship can drive Nigeria-Africa’s economic transformation. With the theme “Building a Secure Digital Future Through Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship,” the symposium will address critical issues such as cybercrime, digital transformation, […]

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2 h. ago At LEADERSHIP Conference Today: Stakeholders Brainstorm On Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism

Vice President Kashim Shettima will today lead other eminent personalities and key stakeholders in the Nigerian nation to discuss the theme of this year’s LEADERSHIP Conference and Awards 2024, “The Challenges and Opportunities in Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism.” The much-awaited one-of-a-kind award, held annually by LEADERSHIP Group, Nigeria’s most influential newspaper, takes place at the Old […]

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3 h. ago UPDATED: Founder of defunct Diamond bank, Pascal Dozie, dies at 85

The founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and a former chairman of MTN Nigeria, Pascal Dozie, is dead. According to a statement issued by the family on Tuesday, the business tycoon died in the early hours of Tuesday at the age of 85. The statement from his son, Uzoma Dozie, who represents the family, Read More

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5 h. ago Tragedy as four gospel ministers, including “Kekere Jesu” die in Ogun accident

By Seyi Babalola Four prominent gospel ministers, including Evangelist Ayodeji David, also known as Kekere Jesu, Evangelist Iyanu Joseph, Opeyemi Adesina, and Monjolajesu Oluwapamilerin, have been confirmed Dead following an accident on the Ikorodu-Sagamu Road in Ogun State. The Federal Road Safety Corps, or FRSC, verified the terrible incident in a statement made by Florence […] The post Tragedy as four gospel ministers, including “Kekere Jesu” die in Ogun accident appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago PICTORIAL: ‘I kept my promise,’ chess master Onakoya celebrates adopted son’s US big win

Nigeria’s chess champion, Tunde Onakoya, has shared an emotional story of two brothers he adopted after their mother died and how one of them has now become a chess champion in the United States. Onakoya, known for using chess to empower underprivileged children, said he met the boys, Jamiu and Ayomide, in 2018 when they Read More

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14 h. ago Stakeholders lament vaccine funding delays, urge local production

Stakeholders on Monday urged the Federal Government to urgently release outstanding vaccine funds and ramp up investment in local vaccine production. They warned that funding delays are threatening Nigeria’s immunisation efforts and endangering the lives of millions of children. They said this at a press conference on immunisation financing in Abuja, themed “Future of immunisation Read More

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16 h. ago Four gospel ministers, including “Kekere Jesu,” die in fatal Ogun accident

Four popular Nigerian gospel ministers, including Evangelist Ayodeji David, popularly known as Kekere Jesu, lost their lives in a fatal motor accident along the Ikorodu–Sagamu Road in Ogun State. The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident in a statement issued by the Ogun State Commander and Public Information Officer, Florence Okupe on Monday. The Read More

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22 h. ago 178,000 mothers, one million newborns die in Africa every year

The World Health Organisation of the African region said each year, an estimated 178,000 mothers and one million newborns die in the African region—many from preventable causes. The health body made this known on Monday in a release to commemorate World Health Day, celebrated on April 7 annually. This year’s campaign focuses on improving maternal Read More

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27 h. ago PICTORIAL: Abiodun, Fayemi pay Ajimobis condolence visit over daughter’s death

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Sunday paid a condolence visit to the Ajimobi family following the passing of their daughter, Abisola Kola-Daisi. Abisola died in the United Kingdom on March 27 after a battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Kolapo Kola-Daisi, and their three children. Governor Abiodun was joined on Read More

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28 h. ago Lakurawa attack: Kebbi police confirm 16 deaths, deploy tactical units to affected villages

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that 16 people died following an attack by suspected Lakurawa terrorists on Taunga-Taura and Tungan-Ladan villages in Augie Local Government Area. The assault occurred on Sunday, April 6. CSP Nafiu Abubakar, Police Public Relations Officer, detailed the incident in a statement issued on […] The post Lakurawa attack: Kebbi police confirm 16 deaths, deploy tactical units to affected villages appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Group faults Femi Pedro’s consideration as ambassador from Lagos

A group known as the De Renaissance Patriots Foundation has opposed the reported consideration of former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Femi Pedro, for an ambassadorial position meant to represent Lagos State. In a statement released on Sunday by its media office, the foundation raised concerns over Pedro’s eligibility for the position, emphasising that he is Read More

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43 h. ago 110 NNN staff die as Northern governors fail to pay their entitlements

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The death of Aliyu Modibbo Yola, son of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Alhaji Mai Borno, has raised the number of New Nigerian Newspaper (NNN) beneficiaries awaiting payment from the Northern States Governors Forum (NSGF) to 110. Modibbo Yola passed away on Sunday, 6 April 2025, at the Federal Medical […] The post 110 NNN staff die as Northern governors fail to pay their entitlements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Sports creates hope, unifies people, more powerful than government – Odegbami

Segun Odegbami, a football legend, has identified the power of sports as a strong force that can change the world read more Sports creates hope, unifies people, more powerful than government – Odegbami

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49 h. ago ‘We immortalised him in his lifetime,’ Makinde mourns Olunloyo

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, said he was happy to immortalise the late former Governor of the state, Omololu Olunloyo, who died at the age of 90 years this morning. Makinde, in a statement to mourn the former governor of the state, in Ibadan, the state capital, described his death as the exit Read More

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52 h. ago Experts To Discuss of Consumer Preferences At 2024 Industry Awards

Experts are expected to converge at the sixth edition of the Awards in Lagos, to discuss on the conference theme: ‘Understanding Changing Consumer Preferences in Troubled FMCG’s Space.’ Similarly , the Industry Newspaper, organisers of the Industry Summit/Awards, have announced the panel of judges with the renowned broadcast journalist and business editor of TVC News, […]

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52 h. ago Business Leaders, Policymakers To Promote National Economic Growth

Business and thought leaders, policymakers, business executives, industry stakeholders and traditional rulers, are gathering  in Kano to engage in critical discussions on Nigeria’s economic trajectory. The programme titled: ‘For The Love of The Country’ Conference set to take place on May 29, 2025, in Kano, has the theme: ‘Reimagining Nigeria’s Economy for a Prosperous Future: […]

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54 h. ago Transforming societal norms: Ford Foundation hosts West African leaders

The Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice has hosted a hybrid event, themed ‘Traditional, Religious, and Community Leaders Driving Meaningful read more Transforming societal norms: Ford Foundation hosts West African leaders

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61 h. ago PICTORIAL: Egba people celebrate heritage, style at Ègbáliganza Lisabi festival

The Egba people gathered in Abeokuta for the annual Lisabi Festival to honor their legendary hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, a fearless liberator whose legacy continues to unite Egba sons and daughters from around the world. This year’s celebration, themed Ègbáliganza 2025, merged cultural pride with modern flair. The grand finale dazzled with glamorous fashion displays Read More

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