2 h. ago Foundation Sensitizes Road Users On Use Of Pedestrian Bridges

A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Uche Collins Foundation has expressed worrisome over the continued neglect of pedestrian bridges in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The foundation, which is seeking partnership with relevant stakeholders to increase sensitisation on the use of pedestrian bridges, stressed that many of the pedestrian bridges in the nation’s capital are being seen […]

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3 h. ago Investors seek Tinubu’s intervention in $250m investment dispute

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja A group of foreign investors has written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, calling for urgent intervention in the alleged destruction of their investments of over $250 million in the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project. The letter, dated April 23, 2025, was  signed by President of the investment group Dr. Olubokun-Basoru,  […] The post Investors seek Tinubu’s intervention in $250m investment dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Zenith Bank pays N195.67bn 2024 dividend, pledges higher future payouts

      Shareholders of Zenith Bank Plc, at the 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos, on Tuesday, approved the proposed final dividend payment of NGN4 per share, bringing the total dividend for the 2024 financial year to NGN5 per share, with a total value of NGN195.67 billion. The Founder and Chairman of […] The post Zenith Bank pays N195.67bn 2024 dividend, pledges higher future payouts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Stakeholders review Telecoms Act for growth, cyber resilience

By Chinenye Anuforo To ensure inclusive growth and bolster cyber resilience within the telecommunications sector, stakeholders in Nigeria have commenced a critical reassessment of the Nigerian Communications Act of 2003. The dialogue began on Tuesday at an inaugural colloquium in Lagos, organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Communications, bringing together key players to […] The post Stakeholders review Telecoms Act for growth, cyber resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance

By Chinenye Anuforo   The Nigeria eGovernment Summit 2025 is set to proffer digital solutions that will enhance effective governance through public-private partnerships. The summit, which is in its seventh edition, has the theme: ‘Public-Private Partnership for Effective eGovernnent Solutions’, and it’s scheduled to hold on August 28 in Lagos. Organised by DigiServe Networks Services, […] The post eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Tuesday, April 29, celebrated creativity in the civil service by awarding N12 million to winners of the 5th Annual Federal Public Service Innovation Competition. The Carpooling Team, a group of five civil servants, clinched the top prize of N5 million for their digital carpooling platform designed to […] The post Carpooling Team wins N5m in federal public service innovation contest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Japa syndrome: Kwara laments acute shortage of health workers

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin The Kwara State government has expressed alarm over its struggle to retain medical doctors amid the ongoing ‘Japa’ syndrome, the mass emigration of professionals draining Nigeria’s health sector. Speaking at a two-day inter-ministerial briefing in Ilorin on Tuesday, Dr Abdulraheem Abdulmalik, Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospital Management Board, revealed […] The post Japa syndrome: Kwara laments acute shortage of health workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago All Encumbrances To Investment Being Eliminated, VP Shettima Tells EU Delegation

The Nigerian government has reiterated its deep commitment to strategic partnership with the European Union (EU), as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) prepares to open its first West Africa office in Lagos. Nigeria officially became the EBRD’s 77th shareholder in February 2025, following the bank’s limited and incremental expansion to sub-Saharan Africa […]

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10 h. ago Lagos State To Partially Close Oworonshoki Bridge For 110 Days

The Lagos State Government has announced a 110-day partial closure of the Oworonshoki/Third Axial Bridge to allow for emergency repairs, beginning Tuesday, May 6, and ending Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The project will be executed in eight phases, with works targeting both inbound and outbound sections of the bridge. Phases 1 to 4, from May […] The post Lagos State To Partially Close Oworonshoki Bridge For 110 Days appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim

By Phillip Nwosu Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and senior advocate, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, has issued a second formal demand to the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, urging her to retract sexual harassment allegations she made against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. At a press briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, […] The post Akpabio: Agbakoba demands retraction of Natasha’s sexual harassment claim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Avoid greed — FG warns youth chiefs against misusing community funds

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Federal Government, through the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has warned traditional youth chiefs nationwide to avoid greed and misappropriating community development funds. The message was delivered by Chief Obinna Nwaka at a two-day national retreat of the Traditional Youth Chiefs Forum of Nigeria (TYCFN) in Lafia on Tuesday. […] The post Avoid greed — FG warns youth chiefs against misusing community funds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Rivers’ University VC promises free medical check up for staff

As varsity marks World Malaria Day The Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi has said that read more Rivers’ University VC promises free medical check up for staff

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14 h. ago AG Mortgage Bank, Invest Africa: Moving to reshape continent’s mortgage landscape

AG Mortgage Bank is not just envisioning the future of African housing; they are seizing it. With an audacious goal read more AG Mortgage Bank, Invest Africa: Moving to reshape continent’s mortgage landscape

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14 h. ago Shallipopi Drags Headies Organisers After Receiving Handshake In Place Of Award, Vows Not To Attend Event In Future

Nigerian singer Shallipopi has expressed his frustration with the Headies, accusing them of failing to present him with the physical award for the category he won. The 17th edition of the esteemed award ceremony was hosted on Sunday at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. Shallipopi took home the ‘Best Rap Single’ award for his […] The post Shallipopi Drags Headies Organisers After Receiving Handshake In Place Of Award, Vows Not To Attend Event In Future appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigeria has, for the first time, hosted the African and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) Conference, with the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc playing host to key financial and capital market stakeholders across the region.  The two-day event, themed “Shaping the Future: Financial Market Infrastructures as Catalysts for Transforming Economies,” convened […] The post Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago NNPC Limited Concludes ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ with Exciting Grand Finale in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria – April 23, 2025 – The much-anticipated grand finale of NNPC Limited’s ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ read more NNPC Limited Concludes ‘Oleum Scratch and Win Awoof Promo’ with Exciting Grand Finale in Lagos

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17 h. ago A moon amongst the stars: Celebrating Dr. Mike Adenuga at 72

By Femi Opadere As the sun rises on yet another beautiful day, Nigeria and the world take a moment to honour a giant, a visionary, and a true leader in business—Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., the Chairman of Globacom and Conoil Plc, as he celebrates his 72nd birthday. Just like the moon shining brightly among the […] The post A moon amongst the stars: Celebrating Dr. Mike Adenuga at 72 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Salute to Lt. Col. Anele, an amazon redefining Nigerian Army narratives

By Kalu Okoronkwo To the girl child whose hopes and aspirations appear to be muscled in a male dominated world, the elevation of Lt. Col. Onyechi Appolonia Anele as the first female Nigerian Army Spokesperson is a great  feat worthy of celebration . It is also an inspiration to every young lady out there that […] The post Salute to Lt. Col. Anele, an amazon redefining Nigerian Army narratives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Premier League History Shows Man Utd Can Be Restored – Amorim

Ruben Amorim has told beleaguered Manchester United fans to take comfort from Premier League history as they seek to close the gap on champions-in-waiting Liverpool. On the same day Liverpool were aiming to draw level with United on 20 top-flight titles by beating Tottenham, United required a 96th-minute equaliser from Rasmus Højlund to secure a […]

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21 h. ago Nigeria’s Digital Pioneers Set For Spotlight As 50MVPs Awards Return In 2025

Nigeria’s digital economy will take center stage as the prestigious ’50 Most Valuable Personalities’ (50MVPs) in Nigeria’s Digital Economy event unfolds in Lagos. Spearheaded by Knowhow Media, publishers of IT Edge News.Africa, the gathering, which will take place on May 22, 2025, will honour the architects of Nigeria’s ongoing digital transformation—visionaries, innovators, and policy drivers […]

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