80 m. ago Osun 2026: Oyetola tasks State APC stakeholders on common political goal

From Idu Jude Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged APC Chieftain and stakeholders in Osun State to work towards a common political goal to achieve desired results come 2027. In A strategic meeting held over the weekend with key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, […] The post Osun 2026: Oyetola tasks State APC stakeholders on common political goal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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94 m. ago SERAP Urges Meta To Pay $220m Fine Or Face Legal Action Over Privacy Breaches

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on tech giant Meta and its Chief Executive Officer, Mark Zuckerberg, to immediately pay the $220 million fine imposed by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) or risk facing legal action. The call followed last Friday’s ruling by the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, […]

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3 h. ago Excitement As ECOWAS Leaders Launch Celebrations Of 50th Anniversary

The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched the beginning of activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the regional bloc. This launch took place on  April 22, 2025, in Accra, Ghana with the leaders making more commitment to boost the economies of the […]

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8 h. ago Bauchi Works Commissioner urges Plateau govt to construct Pankshin

The Bauchi State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Professor Titus Saul Ketkukah has urged the Plateau State Government to finish read more Bauchi Works Commissioner urges Plateau govt to construct Pankshin-Tapshin Road to enhance economic development

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9 h. ago Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Sowunmi, has urged former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stop demarketing Nigeria especially at international forums. Sowunmi led this out on Friday, while reacting to Obi’s X post on Friday, in where the former governor of Anambra State compared Nigeria’s economic growth with some countries. […] The post Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have busted a storage facility where dangerous weapons are being kept and recovered some firearms in the Ikot Ekpene local government area of the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, Timfon John, on Saturday, disclosed that a joint operation led by security agents resulted in the […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Nigeria Has Exited Turbulent Economic Period – Cardoso, Edun

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and the minister of Finance and Coordinating minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, have declared that Nigeria has exited its most turbulent economic period and is now firmly on the path to growth and stability. Speaking on Friday night at a joint press conference at […]

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10 h. ago Tax Reform Bill To Exempt Real Estate Sector, Construction Firms From VAT

The federal government has declared that the Tax Reform Bill, once enacted, will exempt real estate transactions from Value Added Tax (VAT), a move aimed at reducing the cost of building materials and housing. This reform is expected to ease the financial burden on low-income earners and stimulate growth in the construction and real estate […]

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10 h. ago BoI, Sage Grey Finance Partner To Expand Access To MSME Financing

Sage Grey Finance Limited has partnered with the Bank of Industry (BoI) to provide accessible and affordable financing options to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership, announced in Lagos, supports the federal government’s MSMEs Fund and is designed to foster business growth, job creation, and economic development by offering tailored financing solutions to […]

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10 h. ago Yellow Card Empowers African Businesses To Unlock Growth With Payment APIs

Yellow Card has released a comprehensive new eBook designed to empower businesses across Nigeria and the continent by providing valuable insights to help them scale in today’s rapidly evolving, digital-first economy. The eBook titled ‘Unlock the Future of Business Expansion with Payment APIs’ is available on the Yellow Card website. It delves into how businesses […]

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12 h. ago ‘Japa’ wave declining despite harsh economy, heightening insecurity

Experts blame prohibitive travel cost Growing spate of visa denials New visa/immigration policies Considering the pace at read more ‘Japa’ wave declining despite harsh economy, heightening insecurity

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19 h. ago Nigeria’s economic trajectory turning positive, says Cardoso

The Nigerian economy is beginning to turn the corner with an increased investor confidence, growing reserves and macroeconomic stability, according read more Nigeria’s economic trajectory turning positive, says Cardoso

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22 h. ago Tinubu’s reforms saved Nigeria’s economy from collapse – Senator Adeola

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator Solomon Adeola, representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, has credited President Bola Tinubu with preventing Nigeria’s economic collapse through the removal of fuel subsidies and the floating of the naira. Adeola, who chairs the Senate Committee on Appropriations, claimed that the previous administration borrowed heavily to fund subsidies and […] The post Tinubu’s reforms saved Nigeria’s economy from collapse – Senator Adeola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges

A high court in Ikoyi has ordered the detention of Nigerian singer Terry Apala at the Ikoyi correctional center over alleged abuse of naira notes. In a statement on Friday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) revealed that Apala was arraigned on a one-count charge of naira mutilation. The commission alleged that the singer […] The post Terry Apala Remanded In Ikoyi Correctional Centre Over Naira Mutilation Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Victor Osimhen’s Man United move in doubt over fresh wage demands

Victor Osimhen’s proposed summer move to Manchester United is unlikely to materialise due to fresh wage disputes. BusinessDay earlier reported read more Victor Osimhen’s Man United move in doubt over fresh wage demands

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24 h. ago Abiodun awarded on foreign investment drive, says Ogun is Nigeria’s industrial hub

…to showcase Ogun economic potentials in Oman …plans to host Ogun Economic Summit The Foreign Investment Network (FIN), a United read more Abiodun awarded on foreign investment drive, says Ogun is Nigeria’s industrial hub

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25 h. ago Strengthening cyber defences: Insights from infrastructure security expert Temilade Imran

In an era where digital systems are essential to public safety and economic continuity, cybersecurity is no longer a technical read more Strengthening cyber defences: Insights from infrastructure security expert Temilade Imran

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27 h. ago Freesami Media Founder Joseph Ikyobo Set To Wed Fiancée Stephanie Kenti

Joseph Ikyobo, the founder of Freesami Media and talent manager at Red Nation Records, has captured the hearts of many with his recent engagement to his girlfriend, Stephanie Kenti. The proposal, which took place on April 10 — coinciding with Stephanie Kenti’s birthday — was a romantic surprise that quickly went viral, sending waves of […]

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30 h. ago FG now focusing on revenue mobilisation rather than concessional funding

Wale Edun, the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, says Nigeria is moving away from concessional funding read more FG now focusing on revenue mobilisation rather than concessional funding- Wale Edun

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33 h. ago How this island went from luxury cars and free healthcare to economic struggles

Once considered the richest country in the world per capita, Nauru, a small island nation in Micronesia, now faces economic read more How this island went from luxury cars and free healthcare to economic struggles

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