4 h. ago CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14

Tribune Online CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 As Nigeria advances toward its March 2026 bank recapitalisation deadline, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a decisive end to COVID-era regulatory forbearance and loan waivers, signaling a return to stricter oversight and stronger capital standards. In a circular dated June 20, 2025 and signed by the Director of Banking Supervision, Dr. Olubukola […] CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 Tribune Online

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6 h. ago NCC to charge N10m for bulk SMS licence, cracks down on fraud

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a new rule that requires companies sending bulk international text messages, also known as Application-to-Person (A2P) messages, to get a licence that costs N10 million. These A2P messages are the kind you get from banks, online stores, hospitals and political campaigns, automated texts sent […] The post NCC to charge N10m for bulk SMS licence, cracks down on fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago CBN, banks expand payment frontiers with naira card usage abroad

Nigerian banks last week resumed international usage of naira debit cards, setting various spending limits as foreign exchange (FX) conditions read more CBN, banks expand payment frontiers with naira card usage abroad

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14 h. ago Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system

Tribune Online Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system The Kaduna State Government is set to host a high-level international education summit, EduPACT 2025, from July 9 to 11, which will bring together global development partners, government agencies... Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system Tribune Online

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14 h. ago NGX, BOI empower SMEs with skills to access funding through capital market

Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the Bank of Industry (BOI) organised an interactive workshop to empower small and medium-sized enterprises read more NGX, BOI empower SMEs with skills to access funding through capital market

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14 h. ago AI, trust in focus as ACAMB set to hold 4th stakeholders conference

The Association of Corporate & Marketing Communications Professionals in Banks in Nigeria (ACAMB) is set to host its 4th National Stakeholders’ Conference, themed “AI & the Future of Trust: Reimagining Banking and Financial Services in a Digital-First Era.”  The event, slated for Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the CIBN Bankers House, Victoria Island, Lagos, by […] The post AI, trust in focus as ACAMB set to hold 4th stakeholders conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Plateau clash: Only five vigilantes killed, not 70 — Wase chairman debunks report

Tribune Online Plateau clash: Only five vigilantes killed, not 70 — Wase chairman debunks report There was an early report by a section of the media that 70 vigilantes were killed in an encounter with bandits in a border area of Kukawa Plateau clash: Only five vigilantes killed, not 70 — Wase chairman debunks report Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Joint Security Team rescues 6 victims, recovers rustled cattle in Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi   The joint security team in Kebbi State has successfully rescued six abducted persons and intercepted herds of cattle rustled by bandits. The victims and stolen livestock were  from Kokanawa and Ukuhu communities in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area. Director of Security, Cabinet Office, Abdulrahman Zagga, disclosed this to newsmen […] The post Joint Security Team rescues 6 victims, recovers rustled cattle in Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Unity Bank empowers young entrepreneurs with N16m business grant

No fewer than 30 young entrepreneurs have been awarded an N16 million business grant by Unity Bank Plc during the read more Unity Bank empowers young entrepreneurs with N16m business grant

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21 h. ago Plateau: 5 vigilantes ambushed, killed, many bandits neutralised in clash in Kanam

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos No fewer than five members of a local vigilance group were reportedly killed and many bandits neutralised in a clash between the two groups in Kukawa and Bunyun Communities of Kanam local government area of Plateau state. However reports say that more than 70 vigilantes were killed in the clash. But […] The post Plateau: 5 vigilantes ambushed, killed, many bandits neutralised in clash in Kanam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Hosepipe ban announced in parts of UK as drought hits harder

Tribune Online Hosepipe ban announced in parts of UK as drought hits harder This year, the area recorded just 15cm of rain between February and June—less than half the usual amount. At the same time, demand for water has been higher, and... Hosepipe ban announced in parts of UK as drought hits harder Tribune Online

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23 h. ago BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has reaffirmed its commitment to revitalising Nigeria’s healthcare system by supporting strategic projects that aim read more BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

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24 h. ago Keystone Bank Empowers Entrepreneurs At Business Clinic In Abuja, 9 Other Cities

Keystone Bank Limited has demonstrated its commitment to entrepreneurial growth by hosting an SME Business Clinic in Abuja and nine other states across Nigeria. The  bank said the Business Clinics  held throughout June in celebration of the United Nations’ World SME Day 2025 themed “Empowering SMEs for Growth and Sustainability,” brought together small and medium-sized […]

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24 h. ago W/African Energy Forum To Catalyse Investment, Highlight Upstream Devt

The upcoming West African Energy Summit (WAES), is expected to catalyse investment, technology transfer and cross-border collaboration between African energy makers and global service providers. The forum has attracted endorsements from key stakeholders and governments within and outside the region. The summit also aims to highlight upstream development, emerging markets, technology deployment and decarbonisation strategies […]

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25 h. ago 7 banks face N965bn gap amid rising recapitalisation pressure

•Analysts project positive outlook for banking sector in H2 By Chinwendu Obienyi Seven commercial banks are racing against time to plug a combined capital shortfall of N964.8 billion, as the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation deadline draws nearer, deepening investor scrutiny and market anxiety across the sector. According to new disclosures and market data […] The post 7 banks face N965bn gap amid rising recapitalisation pressure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Nigeria committed to nuclear test ban, prioritising poverty challenges, climate change –FG

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has again underscored Nigeria’s firm stance against nuclear weapons testing, emphasising the country’s dedication to a comprehensive nuclear test ban. Shettima stated this when he had an audience with a delegation from Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO), led by Executive Secretary, Robert Floyd, at the Presidential […] The post Nigeria committed to nuclear test ban, prioritising poverty challenges, climate change –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago We’re Fighting Poverty, Not Building Nukes, VP Shettima Tells CTBTO

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to a comprehensive nuclear test ban through collaboration with the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO). He said Africa’s priority, at the moment, is to address its existential challenges of poverty and the effects of climate change, not the pursuit of nuclear weapons capability. The Vice […]

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34 h. ago Police Arrest UNN Student For Allegedly Killing Girl Over Sex Dispute

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested one Emmanuel Gambo said to be a student of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), for allegedly strangulating a 22-year-old Deborah Sam-Praise Ememem to death. The body of Ememem was recently found in a hotel room in Nsukka, Enugu State, where it was dumped after her killing by […]

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35 h. ago I Was Called Talentless, But I’m The Only Trained Musician In My Family – Peter Okoye

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has declared that he is the only certified musician in his family. He made the statement while addressing claims that his twin brother and former bandmate, Paul Okoye, is more talented. Speaking during a performance at the recent AY Live event, shared on Facebook on Sunday, […] The post I Was Called Talentless, But I’m The Only Trained Musician In My Family – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Shettima, CJN urge judiciary to strengthen investor confidence in capital market

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged the judiciary to play a more strategic role in building investor confidence and repositioning Nigeria’s capital market through effective and timely dispute resolution. Shettima, who was represented by Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs, Dr. Tope Fasua, gave the charge on Monday, at […] The post Shettima, CJN urge judiciary to strengthen investor confidence in capital market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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