85 m. ago Refab Africa moves to cut textile waste, drive circular fashion, green jobs

Refab Africa, an initiative aimed at tackling textile waste has launched a mobile cloth bank to promote circular fashion, reduce read more Refab Africa moves to cut textile waste, drive circular fashion, green jobs

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2 h. ago I lost my dad at 8, wore my first sandals in secondary school – Prof Orajaka, ex VC, Anambra varsity

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Chief Ifeanacho Paul Orajaka is a former Vice-chancellor, Anambra State University, Uli. He’s also a retired Professor of Geology at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. In this interview, he narrates his journey to attaining the highest pedestals in academics and university administration. Going through your profile, can you take us back […] The post I lost my dad at 8, wore my first sandals in secondary school – Prof Orajaka, ex VC, Anambra varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Bago Seeks Deeper Collaboration With Traditional Rulers To End Insecurity

Niger State governor, Umaru Bago, has called for a deeper collaboration with traditional institutions in the state to address insecurity in parts of the state. The governor made the call when he paid homage to the Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora at his palace in Kontagora. He expressed concern over the insecurity that is bedevilling the […]

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7 h. ago Institutional Neglect, Poor Governance Stalling Nigeria’s Development – Obi Of Onitsha

The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe, has lamented that Nigeria continues to suffer from institutional neglect and policy somersaults. He also expressed concern over poor implementation of government efforts, saying the nation is yet to address key structural and administrative challenges. He made the remarks on Friday, while speaking at the Nigerian Academy of Letters […] The post Institutional Neglect, Poor Governance Stalling Nigeria’s Development – Obi Of Onitsha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Reclaiming Africa’s Medical Tourism Legacy: A New Era Of Healthcare Excellence

Nigeria was a prime medical tourism hub in the 1960s. It is hard to believe but no less true. The destination, usually for both the rich and even royalty, was the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan. But so much has changed since then. Every year, countless Nigerians and other African elite travel to Europe, India and Saudi […]

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14 h. ago Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital

A heavy downpour on Thursday evening triggered severe flooding at the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH), disrupting access to key sections of the facility and posing serious challenges to patients, staff, and visitors. The floodwaters, according to eyewitness accounts, originated from Murfakalam, a suburban community located on the outskirts of Damaturu metropolis. The downpour […] The post Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), has declared that the headline inflation in July, 2025, has dropped again, to 21.88 per cent from June’s 22.22 per cent This is as the food inflation rate also declined to 22.74 per cent on a year-on-year basis. This was 16.79 per cent points lower compared […] The post UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Police Arrest Fake Eye Doctor Using Olive Oil Concoctions As Cure

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a fake medical doctor, claiming to be a specialist in the treatment of eye problems. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Friday in Uyo, said the arrest followed credible intelligence from concerned members of the […]

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18 h. ago Lower Court cannot overrule Supreme Court, Oluchi Opara advises Abure

To Stop Legal Shopping From Idu Jude Abuja A Chieftain of the Labour Party (LP) and the former treasurer of the party, Mrs Oluchi Opara, has reacted to the court order from Hon. Justice Mustapha A. Ramat of Nasarawa State division, describing it as a joke and a mere distraction to the party. Recall that […] The post Lower Court cannot overrule Supreme Court, Oluchi Opara advises Abure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Ogun: Women affairs commissioner raises alarm over rising cases of child abuse

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Ogun State, Mrs. Motunrayo Adeleye, has expressed concerns over the rising cases of child abuse in the state. Adeleye, while speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, shortly after the Children Parliament Session held at the floor of the state […] The post Ogun: Women affairs commissioner raises alarm over rising cases of child abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Radiographers board blames dearth of lecturers in varsities on Japa

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN) has blamed lack of adequate lecturers in Radiography courses in Nigerian universities on mass movement of qualified manpower abroad to seek for greener pastures otherwise known as Japa. The board equally said the situation has led to many universities in the country seeking accreditation […] The post Radiographers board blames dearth of lecturers in varsities on Japa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Nigeria must embrace bold, brilliant innovation to tackle global issues – Expert

By Abel Leonard, Lafia Nigerian deep-tech researcher, Destiny Ogwuche, has called on innovators, policymakers and investors to embrace bold, brilliant and science-driven innovation capable of tackling global challenges in energy, health, climate, and food security. Ogwuche, a doctoral candidate in Business Administration at Golden Gate University, California, stressed that most consumer technology trends today amount […] The post Nigeria must embrace bold, brilliant innovation to tackle global issues – Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity

By Fred Itua When the chronicles of Edo’s educational history are written, the chapter on Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, under Governor Monday Okpebholo will stand as a masterclass in purposeful leadership. In less than a year, a once-prestigious institution teetering on the brink of collapse has been pulled back from academic oblivion and set […] The post From ruin to renaissance: Okpebholo’s academic revolution at Ambrose Alli varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago “Electricity, Water Are Supposed To Be Free, Yet They Charge Us Crazily” — Monalisa Chinda Laments

Nollywood actress Monalisa Chinda has voiced her frustration over the escalating prices of essential utilities, especially electricity and water. Sharing a post on Instagram on Wednesday, Chinda highlighted how these basic resources, naturally provided, have become exorbitantly expensive, placing an added burden on Nigerians. She expressed deep concern for those living below the poverty line, […] The post “Electricity, Water Are Supposed To Be Free, Yet They Charge Us Crazily” — Monalisa Chinda Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Fatoyinbo’s Comment On CAC Founder Babalola Misunderstood — CCYF

Following the uproar on alleged disparaging comment by the founding pastor of COZA, Biodun Fatoyinbo, on the founder of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, the Concerned Christian Youth Forum (CCYF) said it was pertinent to address the matter, saying Fatoyinbo was misunderstood. LEADERSHIP reports that Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Commonwealth […]

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36 h. ago NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe as Chairman-designate of the Commission’s Board, alongside other designate Board members and members of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) Board, as a major step towards accelerating […] The post NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government, on Thursday, launched the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a scheme designed to offer loan opportunities to staff of government-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Surprisingly, some university-based unions, particularly the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), whose members are […] The post ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has expressed commitment to addressing the issue of abandoned and uncompleted projects in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions Echono, an architect, spoke on Thursday at the commissioning ceremony of a world-class International Conference Centre (ICC) at Bayero University, Kano. He disclosed […] The post TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Coalition: I’m The Only Recognized Leader Of The ADC In Nigeria – Abejide

African Democratic Congress (ADC) House of Representatives member Hon. Leke Abejide said he is currently the only recognized leader of the party in Nigeria. He made the statement on Thursday, the fourteenth of August, two thousand and twenty-five, during an interview on Arise News. Abejide spoke against the ADC coalition, expressing concerns about new members […] The post Coalition: I’m The Only Recognized Leader Of The ADC In Nigeria – Abejide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago How NYSC Allowance Sparked My Journey Into Fashion World – Kohol

The founder Vuda Fashion House Mr Andrew Kohol has narrated how his meagre National Youth Service Allowance (NYSC) sparked a fashion revolution with focus on men’s wears. Kohol spoke when 100 level students of Mass Communication from University of Jos visited his Vuba Fashion House, for a creative tour as part of their course in […]

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