2 h. ago Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

The past year has handed Nigeria’s state and local governments a fiscal windfall unmatched in recent history. The removal of read more Tinubu’s gains will stall unless governors confront their own failures

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5 h. ago Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk, has reiterated the state’s commitment to improving maternal and child health by encouraging exclusive breastfeeding and building community support systems for nursing mothers. Speaking during the official flag-off of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week at the General Hospital, Calabar, the commissioner urged […] The post Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

Transport

14 h. ago Barcelona approve €7m loan to register Rashford, Garcia ahead of La Liga opener

Barcelona’s board has approved a €7million bank guarantee to complete the registrations of new signings Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia, read more Barcelona approve €7m loan to register Rashford, Garcia ahead of La Liga opener

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15 h. ago Market records first dip as investors sell banks, industrial, consumer goods stocks

The stock market on Wednesday recorded its first negative close this week as investors gradually take profit in major gainers. read more Market records first dip as investors sell banks, industrial, consumer goods stocks

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15 h. ago Court orders bank to pay N30 million , refund $163,592 for unlawful account restriction

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered United Bank for Africa (UBA) to pay N30 million in damages and read more Court orders bank to pay N30 million , refund $163,592 for unlawful account restriction

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17 h. ago Uganda Arrests 7 Suspects Over Fake $70,000 Gold Deal With Ex

The Uganda’s State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), working with the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), has arrested seven people for allegedly defrauding a former Nigerian lawmaker and businessman of $70,000 in a bogus gold transaction. At a press briefing held at the Unit’s offices in the Parliamentary Building, Senior Officer Bamwiine Muhorozi said the suspects lured […]

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19 h. ago Tackle Issues Plaguing Nigeria’s Football To Attract Investors, NFF, Others Urged

To gain private sector confidence and attract high-profile investors, Nigeria’s football industry must address and cleanse itself of the numerous issues affecting the nation’s football landscape, according to Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, the former chairman of Gombe United FC and a prominent sports critic. In a chat with LEADERSHIP Sports regarding the management of football […]

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22 h. ago FG, Institute Plan Methane Mitigation In Nigeria’s Gas Sector

The federal government is collaborating with an Africa/Europe-based Africa Policy Research Institute (AFRI) to advance methane mitigation and reduction in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The minister of Environment Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal who stated this yesterday in Abuja at a two-day capacity building workshop for stakeholders. He said in regards to reducing the impact […]

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23 h. ago CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Financial Inclusion, Price Stability

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restated its commitment to driving financial inclusion, stimulating productivity, and delivering on its core monetary and price stability mandate. Speaking at the CBN Fair in Lagos, themed “Driving Alternative Payment Channels as Tools for Financial Inclusion, Growth and Accelerated Economic Development”, the Bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. […]

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23 h. ago Nigeria first: Building competitive industry and trade from within

At the heart of every economically resilient country lies a productive industrial base, one that is rooted in local value read more Nigeria first: Building competitive industry and trade from within

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23 h. ago AltBank Mobilises Traders, Farmers To Drive Financial Inclusion

As part of its efforts to drive financial inclusion in the country, particularly among the underserved, The Alternative Bank, through Sterling Financial Holdings Company, is partnering with the Association of Market Women/Men and Farmers of Nigeria (AMWMF) to address the challenges faced by millions of market women, men, and farmers who have long been excluded […]

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25 h. ago NAF offensive kills 592 terrorists, destroys 372 assets in 8 months – CAS

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has killed 592 terrorists and destroyed 372 enemy assets in Borno State in the last eight months, surpassing the total operational gains recorded in 2024. Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, stated this during a visit to Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno. Abubakar said the offensive […] The post NAF offensive kills 592 terrorists, destroys 372 assets in 8 months – CAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

28 h. ago IFC, FCMB partner to unlock opportunities for Nigerian women entrepreneurs

By Chukwuma Umeorah First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has teamed up with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to launch the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women programme in Nigeria, aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship and driving business growth. The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women initiative is a global platform designed to spur economic development by equipping entrepreneurs with practical […] The post IFC, FCMB partner to unlock opportunities for Nigerian women entrepreneurs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Access Bank deepens Africa–Caribbean trade links at ACTIF 2025

By Chukwuma Umeorah Access Bank Plc has strengthened Africa–Caribbean trade relations and forged deeper institutional partnerships through its active participation in the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF) 2025, held recently in Grenada. The high-profile gathering drew leaders and policymakers from across both regions, including former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo; Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of […] The post Access Bank deepens Africa–Caribbean trade links at ACTIF 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Customs, other agencies unite to drive National Single Window Project

By Chinwendu Obienyi The drive to modernise Nigeria’s trade processes gained fresh momentum yesterday as top government agencies met at the Nigeria Customs Service headquarters in Abuja to fast-track the National Single Window (NSW) project. Launched by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in April 2024, the NSW aims to simplify trade procedures, enhance transparency, and deliver […] The post Customs, other agencies unite to drive National Single Window Project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Heirs Energies To Share Africa’s Success Story At Namibia Oil & Gas Conference

As Namibia emerges as Africa’s next major oil frontier, Heirs Energies CEO, Osa Igiehon, will take center stage at the Namibia Oil & Gas Conference (NOGC) 2025 to share the blueprint for building world-class African energy companies. Igiehon will headline the session – “The Making of an African Independent” – on 14 August, bringing hard-won […]

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39 h. ago Gombe govt to build modern museum, restore historic monuments

Tribune Online Gombe govt to build modern museum, restore historic monuments The Gombe State Government has formalised a deal to establish a state-of-the-art museum and restore several iconic historical monuments across the state. Gombe govt to build modern museum, restore historic monuments Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Carbon Launches Nexus at Lagos Startup Week, Offering Smarter Payment Infrastructure for Nigerian Businesses

Lagos, Nigeria, July 11, 2025 — Nigerian digital bank Carbon has unveiled Carbon Nexus, a new payment infrastructure solution designed read more Carbon Launches Nexus at Lagos Startup Week, Offering Smarter Payment Infrastructure for Nigerian Businesses

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40 h. ago Anambra Guber: Ngige on sabbatical leave from partisan politics

Warns Ukachukwu, Ekwunife to stop using his name for political gains From Aloysius Attah, Onistha Former minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige has warned the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Anambra State governorship election to stop using his name to woo voters. Ngige in a press statement by his […] The post Anambra Guber: Ngige on sabbatical leave from partisan politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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