97 m. ago Exchange rate gap narrows on rising forex inflows, CBN policies

•How rising FX inflows support exchange rate stability, narrowing gap between official, parallel market rates By Michael Nwadike The gap between official and parallel market rates narrowed to N34/$ as average monthly FX inflows hit $5.95 billion. The development is fuelled by key policies being implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to support […] The post Exchange rate gap narrows on rising forex inflows, CBN policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite

The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) will convene its flagship 52nd Annual General Meeting and Congress from July 17–19 at JAGZ Hotel, Ibadan. This year’s theme, “Charting Bold Paths Forward,” reflects the industry’s shared commitment to embracing innovation, resilience, and transformative leadership in a rapidly changing environment. The three-day gathering will feature a […] The post Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NASS to stakeholders: Lobby state legislatures to guarantee state police, additional states, LG autonomy

Tribune Online NASS to stakeholders: Lobby state legislatures to guarantee state police, additional states, LG autonomy the National Assembly has called on all stakeholders to engage and lobby their respective state Houses of Assembly in support of proposed amendments. NASS to stakeholders: Lobby state legislatures to guarantee state police, additional states, LG autonomy Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NASS To Transmit Constitution Review Report To State Assemblies Before December

The National Assembly, on Saturday, disclosed that it would transmit the report of the ongoing constitution review exercise to the 36 State Houses of Assembly for voting before December 2025, in line with its schedule and timetable. However, the parliament urged all stakeholders with special interests to actively engage and lobby their respective State Assemblies, […]

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8 h. ago FPI inflows to hit new highs of $16.08bn on high interest rates

Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPIs) into Nigeria is projected to hit its highest levels on record in 2025 as the Central read more FPI inflows to hit new highs of $16.08bn on high interest rates

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10 h. ago FG pledges to deepen invest, harvest potential in fashion industry

From Okwe Obi The federal government has announced plans to invest and harness the potential of the fashion industry to reduce unemployment. The government, through the Technical Advisor to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Industrial Training and Development, Dr Tayo Bashir, made the commitment at a fashion industry stakeholders’ engagement with the […] The post FG pledges to deepen invest, harvest potential in fashion industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago FG pledges to deepen investment, harness potential in fashion industry

From Okwe Obi The federal government has announced plans to invest and harness the potential of the fashion industry to reduce unemployment. The government, through the Technical Advisor to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Industrial Training and Development, Dr Tayo Bashir, made the commitment at a fashion industry stakeholders’ engagement with the […] The post FG pledges to deepen investment, harness potential in fashion industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Naira closes week strong as banks reinstate overseas card transactions

The naira closed the first week of July 2025 on a strong note across multiple segments of the foreign exchange read more Naira closes week strong as banks reinstate overseas card transactions

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12 h. ago “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido

Former Jigawa State Governor and PDP chieftain, Sule Lamido, has affirmed his readiness to back Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election if Obi emerges as the coalition’s standard bearer. “If the coalition produces Peter Obi or anyone else committed to rescuing Nigeria, I will support them. “But I remain PDP. We should have outgrown […] The post “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday released its June 2025 Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) report, indicating that economic read more PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

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17 h. ago Julian McMahon: Wife reveals cause of death as Australian actor dies at 56

Tribune Online Julian McMahon: Wife reveals cause of death as Australian actor dies at 56 His wife, Kelly, shared in a statement on Friday, July 4, that McMahon passed away in Clearwater, Florida, on Wednesday, July 2, after... Julian McMahon: Wife reveals cause of death as Australian actor dies at 56 Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Poor Investment In Education Responsible For Development Setbacks – Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, has decried poor investment in education, saying government’s failure to prioritise education is responsible for the current development setbacks in the country. The former Anambra State governor said this yesterday when he visited a private science college owned by a […]

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19 h. ago SDP inaugurates committee to investigate alleged financial misconduct against Gabam, 2 others

Following the suspension of Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, the former National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Clarkson, the read more SDP inaugurates committee to investigate alleged financial misconduct against Gabam, 2 others

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19 h. ago FBI Accuses Lagos Cybercriminal Of Stealing N460m From Trump Inauguration Funds

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has uncovered a cyber fraud scheme allegedly carried out by a Lagos-based Nigerian man, Ehiremen Aigbokhan. He is accused of diverting over N460 million meant for the 2025 inauguration of former U.S. President Donald Trump. According to an FBI intelligence briefing, the cyberattack took place on December […] The post FBI Accuses Lagos Cybercriminal Of Stealing N460m From Trump Inauguration Funds appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US

Tribune Online Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Dorcas Sunday is an expert in agricultural communications. She is a PhD student at the University of Florida in the United States, where she is researching communications that build public trust, improve risk perception, and support behavioural change. In this interview by KINGSLEY ALUMONA, she speaks about her work and life in the US. How […] Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy

Tribune Online Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy By: Vivian Ihechu (NAN) Some medical experts have advocated for a comprehensive national audit of maternal deaths, emphasising the critical role of autopsies in understanding and reducing mortality rates across Nigeria. Speaking on the sidelines of a media chat in Lagos, the medical researchers stressed the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigating maternal mortality, […] Every sudden, unexpected maternal death qualifies for an autopsy Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request

Tribune Online Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request The people of Anioma in Delta State have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the proposed creation of Anioma State, saying the priority given to their request has been encouraging and could help properly balance the federation, which is currently skewed against the Igbo. Anioma people hail Tinubu, APC’s support for state creation request Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Nigerian banks resume international transactions on naira cards

Commercial banks in Nigeria have announced the resumption of international transactions on their naira cards. After years of suspension, United read more Nigerian banks resume international transactions on naira cards

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33 h. ago Why Three Ace Technology is the Preferred Local Partner for Foreign Investors in Nigeria’s Bitcoin Mining & Modular Data Center Ecosystem

As global interest in decentralized infrastructure, digital assets, and high-performance computing continues to grow, Nigeria stands out for its growing read more Why Three Ace Technology is the Preferred Local Partner for Foreign Investors in Nigeria’s Bitcoin Mining & Modular Data Center Ecosystem

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34 h. ago Court Convicts Eight Chinese Nationals For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud In Lagos

A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has convicted and sentenced eight Chinese nationals over their involvement in cyberterrorism and internet fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission revealed this in a statement shared on its official X handle on Friday. “The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on […] The post Court Convicts Eight Chinese Nationals For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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