2 h. ago TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth

Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy, highlighted its strong commitment to Nigeria’s sustainable development at the 2025 Infrastructure Dialogue held in Abuja. Themed “Financing Sustainable Energy and Agricultural Infrastructure for Economic Development,” the forum convened top stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to […] The post TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Student loan: NELFUND concerned over low participation of students from south

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) said it’s concerned with low participation of students from the south-south, south east regions in the students’ loan programme. NELFUND, at a meeting of stakeholders in Abuja, on Monday, said that available data indicated that students in these regions are not indicating interest in the programme, […] The post Student loan: NELFUND concerned over low participation of students from south-south, south east appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago LG polls: Lagos APC convenes stakeholders’ meeting ahead of primaries

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) will hold a crucial stakeholders’ meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, as part of preparations for the upcoming local government election primaries. According to a statement released by the Lagos APC Electoral Committee, the meeting is scheduled to take place at 10:00 a.m. […] The post LG polls: Lagos APC convenes stakeholders’ meeting ahead of primaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   Stakeholders in the power and energy generation and distribution sector from Nigeria and other African countries have emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to explore ways to transition to renewable energy sources. The call was made at the First National Legislative Conference and Expo on Renewable Energy organised by the […] The post Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Safe School: FG identifies vulnerable schools, announces protection measures

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Federal Government (FG) says it has identified schools vulnerable to threats and that it has properly planned to protect and enhance the safety of schools across the country. This was disclosed by the National Coordinator on Financing Safe Schools, Hajiya Halima Iliya, during a stakeholders forum in preparation for the […] The post Safe School: FG identifies vulnerable schools, announces protection measures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Nigeria will host its maiden International Qur’anic Recitation Competition in August, organised by the Centre for Islamic Studies at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, alongside other stakeholders. The event, starting in Jos, Plateau State, with finals in Abuja, will feature participants from about 20 countries, including Cameroon, Ghana, Chad, Senegal, Kenya, Egypt, […] The post Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Lagos worst hit as Nigeria loses over N30bn to 42 market fires

• Stakeholders call for policy overhaul, improved safety systems   By Chinelo Obogo Between January 2023 and April 2025, at least 42 market fires ravaged major commercial hubs across 11 states in Nigeria. This led to the destruction of goods and property worth more than ₦30 billion. According to findings by Daily Sun, Lagos State […] The post Lagos worst hit as Nigeria loses over N30bn to 42 market fires appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Abia Warriors’ Ijoma aims for Super Eagles and European clubs

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Abia Warriors’ star striker Anthony Ijoma has revealed his ambitions to play for Nigeria’s Super Eagles and join top European football clubs. In a statement issued on Saturday by his media office, Ijoma noted his exceptional skills, expressing confidence in his potential to excel beyond Nigeria’s borders. “Anthony Ijoma, the young […] The post Abia Warriors’ Ijoma aims for Super Eagles and European clubs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago FG, CSOs Urge States To Domesticate Women’s Empowerment Policy

The federal government in collaboration with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has called on state governments to prioritise the domestication and implementation of the Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) policy to advance inclusive growth and gender equality. The call was made yesterday at a stakeholders’ retreat on the Kano Women’s Economic Empowerment (Kano WEE) Policy, supported by […]

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50 h. ago Stakeholders advocate inclusive education for children with special needs

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka   Academics, parents, stakeholders, and counsellors have called for inclusive education for children with special needs in order to give them a sense of belonging and enable them to achieve their full potential. The stakeholders made the call in Nsukka yesterday during a workshop on “Neurodiversity Awareness and Strategic Campaign workshop,” […] The post Stakeholders advocate inclusive education for children with special needs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal 

By Obinna Nwachukwu When Spanish football fans speak of a “remontada,” they remember the electrifying nights when FC Barcelona staged miraculous comebacks against overwhelming odds.  In Imo State’s evolving political landscape, a similar narrative is taking shape. Former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, who served from 2007 to 2011, is now preparing for his own remarkable comeback—a […] The post Ikedi Ohakim and the Imo “Remontada”: A second half renewal  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago NNL Slams Penalties On Akpabio, Barau’s Football Clubs For Hooliganism

Nigeria National League (NNL) has taken decisive actions against football clubs owned by the Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his deputy, Senator Jibrin Barau, following incidents of assault and hooliganism during their recent matches. Godswill Akpabio FC, based in Uyo and owned by the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, was found guilty of conducting itself unprofessionally […]

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3 d. ago Experts chart path for real estate investment, transformation at NIESV Confab

Experts and stakeholders in the real estate market will be discussing issues around transforming, investing and thriving in the real read more Experts chart path for real estate investment, transformation at NIESV Confab

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3 d. ago We’ll continue to engage residents, stakeholders on noise management – LASEPA

By Kehinde Aderemi The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has said it would continue to engage residents and stakeholders in the state on the need to protect themselves against noise pollution. The agency’s General Manager, Dr Tunde Ajayi, made the disclosure during a press briefing held at LASEPA’s office in Alausa, Lagos in commemoration […] The post We’ll continue to engage residents, stakeholders on noise management – LASEPA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Business law firm advocates stakeholders involvement in Nigeria’s digital transition

A business law firm, Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe (DOA), has emphasised the need for stakeholders in the Nigerian economy to read more Business law firm advocates stakeholders involvement in Nigeria’s digital transition

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3 d. ago I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi  Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, has vowed that he will be the last man standing in APC. Idris spoke in Birnin Kebbi while reacting to a viral online report that five Governors are pondering on defecting from APC to another enclave including himself. Addressing hundreds of APC  stakeholders, including […] The post I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago PETROAN urges enhanced welfare, health insurance for oil workers

By Adewale Sanyaolu As Nigeria marked Workers’ Day yesterday, the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has renewed calls for the Federal Government and key stakeholders in the oil and gas sector to strengthen welfare and health insurance provisions for industry workers exposed to hazardous conditions. Addressing the media in Abuja, PETROAN […] The post PETROAN urges enhanced welfare, health insurance for oil workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago From annual burdens to monthly relief: Stakeholders appraise Lagos rent reform

Stories by Maduka Nweke nwekemaduka88@gmail.com Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial hub, has battled perennial housing shortage. Added to the horror is escalating rent, a worrisome development that gave rise to shanties, which have become the rule rather than the exception. To help solve the traumatising housing crisis and snatch the state from the horror of shantytowns, […] The post From annual burdens to monthly relief: Stakeholders appraise Lagos rent reform appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle receives salary upfront until October

Interesting developments are emerging in Nigerian football as reports reveal that Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has been paid read more Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle receives salary upfront until October

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5 d. ago A testament to GTI’s strategic effort on football development

Last Sunday, Remo Stars of Ikenne achieved a historic milestone by clinching their first-ever Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title in the 2024/2025 season. After coming up short in the previous two seasons, where they finished as runners-up, this victory was not just a personal achievement for the club, but also a significant moment for […] The post A testament to GTI’s strategic effort on football development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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