9 h. ago Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

..as Nigeria ranks 12th globally for pandemic risk Local and international researchers have tasked the Nigerian government to prioritise investment read more Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

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40 h. ago NCDC Issues Advisory As Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Claims 15 Lives

NCDC said surveillance had been heightened at entry points, healthcare facilities, and communities to prevent the spread of the disease. The post NCDC Issues Advisory As Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Claims 15 Lives appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s health financing still weak despite progress – Pate

Tribune Online Nigeria’s health financing still weak despite progress – Pate Despite progress made under the Renewed Hope Agenda, including the Health Sector Renewal Compact and the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, challenges persist Nigeria’s health financing still weak despite progress – Pate Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Pension Fund Operators Raise Awareness On Liver Damage, Management

Pension fund operators under the auspices of the Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) recently embarked on an awareness initiative on liver damage, its prevention, and management. The virtual session, which was introduced by the head of Human Resources at PenOp, Adaobi Okoye, featured a seasoned medical doctor and public health expert. Dr. Akinkumi […]

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5 d. ago GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1

Unveils plans for hyperscale data centres to boost digital innovation By Chinenye Anuforo From October 1, the federal government will begin funding 75 new research projects in digital innovation, while also working with global technology giants to establish hyperscale data centres in Nigeria. The twin initiatives, announced at the GITEX Nigeria 2025 event in Lagos, […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago UNICEF Country Representative visits Ganjuwa to boost community

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria Country Representative, Waafa Saeed Abdelatef, on Tuesday visited the District Head of Ganjuwa, Alhaji Mohammed Baba, at his palace in Kafin Madaki, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of Bauchi State, as part of efforts to strengthen community-led initiatives for child welfare. Abdelatef, who was accompanied […] The post UNICEF Country Representative visits Ganjuwa to boost community-led child welfare efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund

Tribune Online UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has described Bauchi State’s contributions to the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) as exemplary, setting a standard not only for Nigeria but also for other countries. UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Nigeria ranked 3rd world country with highest detention of underage children – NBA

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and other participants at the Nigeria Bar Association Conference (AGC) in Enugu have urged read more Nigeria ranked 3rd world country with highest detention of underage children – NBA

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8 d. ago Frustration as FG fails to disburse $700m ship acquisition loan in August

Losses to foreign shippers hit $100bn annually By Steve Agbota The federal government’s failure to release the $700 million Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) as promised in August has reignited frustration across Nigeria’s maritime industry. Stakeholders are lamenting that the delay continues to hand billions of dollars in shipping revenues to foreign operators while undermining […] The post Frustration as FG fails to disburse $700m ship acquisition loan in August appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Coronation lists Nigeria’s largest series I infrastructure fund on NGX

… Deepens access to infrastructure as investable asset class The Coronation Infrastructure Fund (CIF) has officially listed on the Main read more Coronation lists Nigeria’s largest series I infrastructure fund on NGX

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2 w. ago NDPC orders banks, others to fix data breaches within 21 days

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to banks, insurance companies, pension fund administrators, gaming operators and brokers suspected of violating the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. In a statement on Sunday, the Commission said the directive is part of its sector-by-sector investigation to enforce compliance with the law, which […] The post NDPC orders banks, others to fix data breaches within 21 days appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NSSF reaches 31m Nigerians, targets 20% women’s health coverage in next five years

The Nigeria Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF) says it has reached more than 31 million Nigerians in its first five years read more NSSF reaches 31m Nigerians, targets 20% women’s health coverage in next five years

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3 w. ago NSITF tenders apology to labour over publication on NLC headquarters

Tribune Online NSITF tenders apology to labour over publication on NLC headquarters Clarifies concern issues raised by Congress’ CWC THE Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has formally tendered an apology to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) over a controversial publication concerning the ownership title of the Congress national headquarters in Abuja. The Fund also used the opportunity to clarify issues raised by the Central Working Committee […] NSITF tenders apology to labour over publication on NLC headquarters Tribune Online

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3 w. ago IMG launches N6.39bn Rights Issue to cut debt, fund expansion

By Chinwendu Obienyi Industrial & Medical Gases Nigeria Plc (IMG) has opened a N6.39 billion rights issue as part of its strategic push to reduce debt and fuel long-term expansion. The offer, which commenced following the signing of final agreements over the weekend, comprises 199.8 million ordinary shares of 50 kobo each, priced at N32 […] The post IMG launches N6.39bn Rights Issue to cut debt, fund expansion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FG pledges to reverse workers’ fund deductions after NLC strike threat

The Federal Government has promised to reverse deductions from the Employees’ Compensation Scheme administered by the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust read more FG pledges to reverse workers’ fund deductions after NLC strike threat

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3 w. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Calls grow for open licensing to drive oil, gas competitiveness

A journalist and a lawyer have called for open licensing to drive competitiveness in the petroleum downstream sector and enhance read more Calls grow for open licensing to drive oil, gas competitiveness

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3 w. ago NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to refund all allegedly diverted workers’ contributions from the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and to constitute the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) in accordance with the law. The directive was among the resolutions […] The post NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Digital literacy: IHS partner UNICEF to train 100 Abia teachers

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Over 100 Abia school teachers have been trained by IHS Nigeria limited in  partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) under its School Connectivity programme. The programme, supported by the Abia State Government, saw to the training of heads of Schools and teachers drawn from 50 Public Schools in the […] The post Digital literacy: IHS partner UNICEF to train 100 Abia teachers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Federal Gov’t Lowers Mortgage Rates, Reduces Down Payments For Home Ownership

The ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), a key driver of affordable homeownership in Nigeria, has announced a major reduction in its mortgage requirements. The minimum down payment for an MREIF mortgage has been halved from 20 per cent to just 10 per cent, making it easier for more Nigerians to achieve […]

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