29 m. ago Flooding: Rivers govt to prosecute illegal reclamation of wetlands

Tribune Online Flooding: Rivers govt to prosecute illegal reclamation of wetlands Following recent warning by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other regulatory bodies listing Rivers State among flood prone states in Nigeria, the state government has warned that it would prosecute offenders of illegal reclamation of wetlands. The warning came in the the light of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) deploying teams to […] Flooding: Rivers govt to prosecute illegal reclamation of wetlands Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers

Tribune Online Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States have introduced new visa restrictions policies for Nigerian passport holders, further restricting travel opportunities for citizens of the West African nation. Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others

Tribune Online Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others "We know how to incur debt but not how to manage it, so we need to tackle this from early childhood education. Climate advocates demand total debt cancellation for Nigeria, others Tribune Online

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3 h. ago WAFU B U20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Seek To Extend Regional Dominance

Nigeria’s U-20 Boys, Flying Eagles have commenced training sessions in the Ghanaian capital, Accra, ahead of the kick-off of this year’s WAFU B U-20 Boys’ Tournament. Earlier scheduled to be an expanded tourney involving teams also from the nine-nation WAFU A, the organisers have had to revert to the WAFU B-only arrangement, with the Ghanaian […]

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3 h. ago Nigeria loses over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of SSB Tax

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal government of Nigeria, is said to be losing over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of its Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has said, warning of the growing public health and economic toll of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) driven by unhealthy diets. At […] The post Nigeria loses over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of SSB Tax appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

4 h. ago NAFDAC Uncovers Illegal Chemical Syndicate, Nabs Three Suspects In Lagos

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has busted an illegal operation in Alapere, Ketu, Lagos, where fake chemicals, expired food flavours, unauthorised fertilisers, and repackaged pharmaceutical ingredients worth over N1 billion were being distributed. In a statement released on Tuesday, the agency confirmed the arrest of three suspects and the sealing […] The post NAFDAC Uncovers Illegal Chemical Syndicate, Nabs Three Suspects In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Science

4 h. ago Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori

Tribune Online Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori While acknowledging the benefits of infrastructure, Mulade maintained that employment creation is far more crucial for long-term peace, economic sustainability, and societal value. Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NAFDAC uncovers fake chemicals, expired food flavours in Lagos

Tribune Online NAFDAC uncovers fake chemicals, expired food flavours in Lagos National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has uncovered an illegal operation involving... NAFDAC uncovers fake chemicals, expired food flavours in Lagos Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigeria Startup Act 2022: Platform for enabling environment for technology

Tribune Online Nigeria Startup Act 2022: Platform for enabling environment for technology-enabled startup? •How it affects new companies Startups have become a major player in the economy of Nigeria. Indeed, it is said that the Nigerian Startup ecosystem outranked other African nations in the last few years; dominating the African Startup sector in terms of estimated number of startups and available startup funding. ADEOLA OJO reports that this, […] Nigeria Startup Act 2022: Platform for enabling environment for technology-enabled startup? Tribune Online

Technology

7 h. ago PDP is in existential danger but it won’t die — Eddy Olafeso, ex

Tribune Online PDP is in existential danger but it won’t die — Eddy Olafeso, ex-national vice chair Dr Eddy Olafeso is the former National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) South West. He speaks with Hakeem Gbadamosi on the current crisis within PDP, the coalition, defections, among other issues. THE crack and growing disaffection in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP0 portend danger for the party ahead of the  2027 election, […] PDP is in existential danger but it won’t die — Eddy Olafeso, ex-national vice chair Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NASENI: Leading Nigeria’s Fourth Industrial Revolution As Agency Moves Into Abuja Technology Village

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has ramped up efforts to drive Nigerian to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) through massive investments in technology centres and parks scattered around the country. This strategic move by NASENI is to ensure that the country is not left out of the much talked about Fourth […]

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7 h. ago NHRC Raises Alarm As 2,266 Killed, 857 Kidnapped In 6 Months

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised alarm over the deteriorating human rights violations as well as widespread killings and kidnappings as it presents its human rights situation report for June 2025. The executive secretary of the commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, at the presentation, which was also the half-year dashboard report of the commission […]

Events

7 h. ago WHO Urges Hike In Prices Of Sugary Drinks, Tobacco, Alcohol By 50%

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on Nigeria and other member countries to implement a 50 per cent increase in the prices of sugary drinks, tobacco, and alcohol through taxation within the next decade, as part of a global strategy to curb rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The recommendation came under WHO’s newly launched “3 […]

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8 h. ago Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

Insecurity and climate change are threatening Nigeria’s food security target, pushing the nation closer to an emergency. Over 30.6 million read more Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

Society

9 h. ago FG reaffirms commitment to reform agenda, says Tinubu not distracted

Federal Government has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Tinubu  administration to its core mandate of delivering meaningful reforms and real economic growth for all the citizens. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. Idris said in spite of the noise by coalition […] The post FG reaffirms commitment to reform agenda, says Tinubu not distracted appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Insecurity: FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Government has commended  the Armed Forces for their loyalty, bravery and determination to keep the country united despite the atrocities of some selfish and disgruntled politicians to destabilize the peace of the nation. The FG has also thanked the armed forces for defending the nations democracy with the last […] The post Insecurity: FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Globalcom thrills subscribers with the introduction of 3 new digital products

Tech faints, Globalcom, on Tuesday unveiled three exciting digital products aimed at rewarding customers. The products, Animation World Promo, Treasure Spin and Sport Brain, also provide subscribers with the opportunity to play and win instant prizes. Globalcom in a statement in Lagos said that the company is dedicated to providing value-added service to its ever […] The post Globalcom thrills subscribers with the introduction of 3 new digital products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

10 h. ago Immersive tech to revolutionise African construction safety –Expert

A United States-based Nigerian construction management expert, Dr. Opeyemi Oyeyipo has advocates for integrating immersive technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Metaverse into Africa’s construction industry. This, he believes, will reduce workplace fatalities and enhance project delivery timelines. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Oyeyipo, a Senior Lecturer at the University […] The post Immersive tech to revolutionise African construction safety –Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Constitution review: Reps committed to special seats for women, PWDs

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House is committed to creating special seats for women and Persons living With Disability (PWDs) in the  National Assembly, in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, who stated this, at the Second Legislative Open Week in Abuja, said the House was considering reserving 10 percent  and […] The post Constitution review: Reps committed to special seats for women, PWDs- Abbas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago WAFU B U20 Boys Tourney: Flying Eagles seek to extend regional domination

Nigeria’s U20 Boys, Flying Eagles have commenced training sessions in the Ghanaian capital, Accra ahead of the kick-off of this year’s WAFU B U20 Boys Tournament. Earlier scheduled to be an expanded tourney involving teams also from the 9-nation WAFU A, organisers have had to revert to the WAFU B-only arrangement, with the Ghanaian capital […] The post WAFU B U20 Boys Tourney: Flying Eagles seek to extend regional domination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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