2 h. ago Nigeria dominates as 2025 ITTF Africa Championships heat up in Lagos

The 2025 ITTF Africa West Regional Championships have delivered an electrifying start at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos, featuring read more Nigeria dominates as 2025 ITTF Africa Championships heat up in Lagos

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2 h. ago DICON signs a $2 billion partnership with Nigerian company to boost local production

…And reduce importation by 2027 From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Director General (DG) of Defences Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON),Major General Babatunde Ibrahim Alaya, has signed a Partnership Agreement and unveiled a $2 billion investment plan to boost local sufficiency in manufacturing of the defence needs of the Armed Forces and other security agencies with […] The post DICON signs a $2 billion partnership with Nigerian company to boost local production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago AfDB, FG, Partners Unveil $263.8m Infrastructure Project To Develop Abia

The African Development Bank, (AfDB) in partnership with the Islamic Development Bank, (IDF) Federal Government of Nigeria and the Abia State, has launched the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project. The project is a transformative $263.8 million initiative to modernise urban infrastructure, enhance mobility, and promote inclusive, climate-resilient development, according to a statement that was […]

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4 h. ago Eno signs MoU with UNDP for implementation of ARISE agenda in Akwa Ibom

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for the implementation of the A-R-I-S-E agenda initiative of the present administration in the state. Speaking during the execution of the agreement at Government House, Uyo, Eno lauded […] The post Eno signs MoU with UNDP for implementation of ARISE agenda in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago LCCI Advocates Collaborative Approach To Unlock Nigeria’s Economic Potential

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised the need for a deliberate and coordinated effort to unlock Nigeria’s economic potential. The president of LCCI, Gabriel Idahosa stated this at the Chamber Mid-Year 2025 Economic Review. Idahosa highlighted that, “despite the challenges we face, Nigeria holds significant economic promise. Our youthful population, rich […]

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4 h. ago Oyetola Unveils Local Production Plan To End Fish Importation

The minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has vowed to end Nigeria’s dependence on fish importation by aggressively boosting local fish production. At a high-level consultative meeting with fisheries cooperative groups in Abuja, the minister outlined a bold vision aimed at transforming the nation’s aquaculture sector into a powerhouse of food security, employment, […]

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4 h. ago Promote Industrialisation, Textile Workers Urge Govt WorIndustrialisation For Economic Growth

Textile workers under the auspices of the National Union of Textile, Garment and Tailoring Workers of Nigeria (NUTGTWN) have called on the  federal government to create more conducive atmosphere for industrialisation in line with the agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s regime. The president, NUTGTWN, Comrade Peter Godonu, suggested that achieving industrialisation goal was  one […]

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6 h. ago Innov8 In Focus: A Ministerial Engagement With Nigeria’s Innovation Powerhouse

A renewed path toward economic transformation was illuminated recently when Dr. Maruf ‘Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s tireless Minister of Education, paid a working visit to Innov8 Hub—an Abuja-based innovation nonprofit with a singular focus: to reshape Nigeria’s future through technology, research, and enterprise. Described by observers as both timely and strategic, the visit underscored the urgency […]

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7 h. ago Fuelling growth: How Dangote refinery is rewriting Nigeria’s economic story

The Nigerian economy stands at a pivotal moment. After decades of fuel importation, adulterated products, and perennial scarcity, the Dangote read more Fuelling growth: How Dangote refinery is rewriting Nigeria’s economic story

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8 h. ago Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq: Uncommon Peace Builder, Visionary Leader

In just six years, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has redefined governance in Kwara State, turning a region once fraught with political turbulence into a model of peace, inclusive development, and responsive leadership. His administration has delivered sweeping reforms in education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth development, economic empowerment, and security—ushering in a new era of stability and growth. […]

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9 h. ago Court orders final forfeiture of N335m, hospital, 5 filling stations to FG

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered a final forfeiture of several assets, including N335 million, a hospital, five filling stations, among others, to the Federal Government. Justice Emeka Nwite gave the order after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s lawyer, Fadila Yusuf, moved the motion to the effect. Yusuf prayed the court […] The post Court orders final forfeiture of N335m, hospital, 5 filling stations to FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m

Tribune Online Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m The Qatar Charity Organisation has donated economic empowerment equipment worth over N300 million to 60 widows and Qatar foundation empowers 60 women in Jigawa with over N300m Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

The naira on Wednesday appreciated further in the parallel market, narrowing the exchange rate gap between the official and unofficial read more Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

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16 h. ago Comercio Partners economic outlook features SEC DG as lead discussant

Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will lead discussions at the Comercio Partners’ half year economic read more Comercio Partners economic outlook features SEC DG as lead discussant

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16 h. ago EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into the seizure of $20,000 and CFA110,000 by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Seme Border in Lagos State. The foreign currencies were intercepted on Sunday, July 13, 2025, during a patrol by NCS officers along Babapupa […] The post EFCC investigates undeclared $20,000, CFA110,000 seized at Seme border appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nigeria partners Brazil, Israel, Netherlands on tech to curtail cattle grazing

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced partnerships with Brazil, Israel, the Netherlands, and other countries on technology for sustainable pasture production and management to curtail cattle grazing. This initiative is a result of the perennial clashes between farmers and herders, leading to the loss of lives and livelihoods. National Coordinator […] The post Nigeria partners Brazil, Israel, Netherlands on tech to curtail cattle grazing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago AfDB, partners launch $263.8m project to drive urban renewal in Abia

Tribune Online AfDB, partners launch $263.8m project to drive urban renewal in Abia The project is a transformative $263.8 million initiative to modernise urban infrastructure, enhance mobility, and promote inclusive, climate-resilient development. AfDB, partners launch $263.8m project to drive urban renewal in Abia Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Artificial intelligence: Catalyst for human capital development in emerging economies

Human Capital stands as a cornerstone for economic growth. When its skills, knowledge, abilities, and experiences are enhanced and optimised, read more Artificial intelligence: Catalyst for human capital development in emerging economies

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20 h. ago FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production

Tribune Online FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has vowed to end Nigeria’s dependence on fish importation by aggressively boosting local fish production. FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Davido makes UK history as ‘Timeless’ becomes certified silver

Tribune Online Davido makes UK history as ‘Timeless’ becomes certified silver The project features an array of top-tier collaborations, including Asake, Skepta, Dexta Daps, Fave, The Cavemen, and Grammy-winning Angelique Kidjo. Davido makes UK history as ‘Timeless’ becomes certified silver Tribune Online

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