9 d. ago Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of Minister Tijani As USPF Board Chairman

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm the appointment of Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, as chairman of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) board. In a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the plenary on Wednesday, Tinubu said the nomination was made in line with section […]

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1 week ago Ibadan convention: PDP crisis takes new turn, Anyanwu petitions DSS, Police, INEC, alleges signature forgery

There were indications on Sunday that the scheduled November 15 National Elective Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may hit the rocks as the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has petitioned security agencies, alleging the forgery of his signature appended to communications relating to the Ibadan event. Anyanwu, an ally of the Minister of […]

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1 week ago ‘The Nigeria Prize for Literature will amplify my voice in the areas I am passionate about in writing’

On October 10, 2025, ‘Sanya’, a novel by Oyin Olugbile, won The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025. The book was read more ‘The Nigeria Prize for Literature will amplify my voice in the areas I am passionate about in writing’

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1 week ago Dr Okwudiri Anasiudu awarded final $10,000 NLNG Prize for literary criticism

LAGOS: In a ceremony on October 10th, academic and literary scholar Dr Okwudiri Anasiudu was awarded the $10,000 Nigeria Prize read more Dr Okwudiri Anasiudu awarded final $10,000 NLNG Prize for literary criticism

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1 week ago Nigeria LNG launches New Prize for Documentary Film, replacing Literary Criticism Award

In a strategic move to engage a new generation of artists, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has announced the launch of read more Nigeria LNG launches New Prize for Documentary Film, replacing Literary Criticism Award

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2 w. ago What $100,000 NLNG literature prize means to me —Oyin Olugbile, 2025 winner

Oyin Olugbile emerged the winner of the 2025 NLNG igeria Prize for Literature, Africa’s top literary award, last week at the NLNG Grand Award Night in Lagos. The author speaks with KINGSLEY ALUMONA on her remarkable achievement. Congratulations on winning The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025. What was your first reaction when your name was […]

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2 w. ago 2027: Report of PDP faction pushing Wike to run against Tinubu fake — Aide

Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike has refuted reports circulated by an online platform that a meeting was held by some leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to “push” the FCT Minister to run for President in 2027. Olayinka, in a statement […]

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2 w. ago AI Skills Training For Nigerian Civil Servants Kicks Off With Google Support

Nigerian public servants are set to participate in the Apolitical Government AI Campus, a globally trusted centre for advancing artificial intelligence excellence in government, supported by Google.org. The initiative is being implemented in Nigeria through a partnership between the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy (FMCIDE) and Google, and will provide world-class AI training […]

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2 w. ago Sanya By Oyin Olugbile Receives $100,000 As Winner Of The Nigeria Prize For Literature

Sanya by Oyin Olugbile has emerged winner of the 2025 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Literature, clinching one of Africa’s most prestigious literary honour valued at $100,000. The announcement was made at the weekend, precisely, 10th October 2025 at the Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) Grand Award Night in Lagos by the chairman of Advisory […]

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3 w. ago Olugbile’s “Sanya” wins Nigeria Prize for Literature, $100,000 richer

As Masobe Books shines at awards night Sanya, a book by Oyin Olugbile, has won the 2025 edition of The read more Olugbile’s “Sanya” wins Nigeria Prize for Literature, $100,000 richer

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3 w. ago Venezuelan opposition leader claims 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump misses out

The Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Machado was awarded for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.” US President Donald Trump, who had […] The post Venezuelan opposition leader claims 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump misses out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tijani, Alake, NITDA Boss Lead Virtual Forum Before Foreign Investment Network’s Conference

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani; the director general of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi; Lagos State Commissioner for Innovation, Science & Technology, Olatunbosun Alake; and other dignitaries will lead the discussion as the Foreign Investment Network (FIN) hosts a high-impact Pre-Event Virtual Forum in the […]

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3 w. ago FG alarmed over deteriorating health of Nigerian facing trial in Benin, seeks Egbaji repatriation

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government has expressed concern over the failing health of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who is facing trial in the Republic of Benin. Egbaji, businessman and cleric from Cross River State, according to a statement issued in Abuja by the Special Assistant on Communication and New Media to the Minister of […] The post FG alarmed over deteriorating health of Nigerian facing trial in Benin, seeks Egbaji repatriation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria Prize shortlisted Nikki May says BusinessDay review made her cry for joy

Reacting to a review and endorsement of her book in Businessday on Sunday, 5 October 2025, NLNG-prize shortlisted writer Nikki read more Nigeria Prize shortlisted Nikki May says BusinessDay review made her cry for joy

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3 w. ago BBNaija S10 finale: Organisers unveil prize money after deductions

As the BBNaija Season 10 ends today, organisers have revealed a final twist: the grand prize has been reduced to ₦80 million after a series of in-house deductions and earnings from housemates’ activities. The revelation came during Sunday’s tense live briefing at the lounge, where host Big Brother detailed the financial ledger for the remaining […] The post BBNaija S10 finale: Organisers unveil prize money after deductions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Communications minister to lead talk on AI at Nigeria Prize for Literature night

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani will lead a conversation on AI and Nigeria’s digital future read more Communications minister to lead talk on AI at Nigeria Prize for Literature night

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4 w. ago Grammy Winner Wynton Marsalis Arrives In Nigeria Ahead Of 2025 Runway Appearance

He has won nine Grammy Awards, and his oratorio Blood on the Fields was the first jazz composition to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music. The post Grammy Winner Wynton Marsalis Arrives In Nigeria Ahead Of 2025 Runway Appearance appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 w. ago Indonesia Suspends TikTok Licence Over Failure To Share Data

Indonesia's government has suspended the operating licence of video-sharing app TikTok because the platform refused to share data about recent anti-government protests, the ministry of communication and digital affairs said on Friday. The post Indonesia Suspends TikTok Licence Over Failure To Share Data appeared first on Channels Television.

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