26 h. ago Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched

By Chinenye Anuforo A cybersecurity incident has targeted MTN Group, leading to unauthorized access of personal information belonging to some customers across certain markets. The telecom giant, however, assures that its main operational structures, including network, billing, and financial platforms, are secure and fully functioning. The company also confirmed that its Nigerian operations were not […] The post Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago “No Southern State Will Oppose Tinubu In 2027 Election” – Joe Igbokwe

  A prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will receive widespread backing from the southern region of Nigeria in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Thursday, Igbokwe asserted that Tinubu’s re-election bid will enjoy unanimous support across the South, regardless of the […] The post “No Southern State Will Oppose Tinubu In 2027 Election” – Joe Igbokwe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has berated some northern politicians over the current state of the region, saying that they all failed to perform their duties. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV on Tuesday, Governor Sani noted that criticism of government should be rooted in the interest of the people, not driven by a quest […] The post “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework

By Adewale Sanyaolu   The federal government and the United Kingdom are collaborating to enhance regulatory innovation and capacity development in Nigeria’s gas sector, with a focus on domestic utilisation, regional energy integration, gas-to-power projects, expansion of infrastructure through targeted investment and innovation, including pipelines and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) networks. The strategic partnership was […] The post Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Diagana, World Bank’s regional vice president to visit Nigeria

The World Bank’s Regional Vice President for Western and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, will arrive in Nigeria on April 14 read more Diagana, World Bank’s regional vice president to visit Nigeria

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2 w. ago Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

The wave of renewed terror attacks sweeping across Nigeria’s northern region has particularly devastated Plateau State, where armed assailants have read more Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

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2 w. ago Nigeria A Pillar Of African Stability – Pakistani Military Chief

The chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of Pakistan, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, has commended Nigeria’s role as a regional power and a pillar of stability on the African continent. He stated this during a visit to Nigeria’s Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, at the Headquarters of the Nigerian […]

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2 w. ago Kano blasphemy laws violate human rights, ECOWAS court declares

The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States has ruled that Kano State’s blasphemy laws violate international human rights obligations. In the case filed by the Incorporated Trustees of Expression Now Human Rights Initiative against the Federal Republic of Nigeria marked: ECW/CCJ/APP/41/23, the regional court held that key provisions of Read More

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: Pakistani Military Chief Lauds Nigeria’s Role As Regional Power

The Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has commended Nigeria for its role as a regional power and a pillar of stability on the African continent. General Mirza stated this during a high-level courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air […]

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2 w. ago Tackling terrorism in Nigeria needs a full approach – Gaidam

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Minister of Police Affairs Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has said fighting terrorism in Nigeria takes a broad, teamwork approach among security agencies. He spoke at a stakeholders’ conference on security, themed “A Path to Regional Cooperation”, held by the Ministry of Police Affairs, Nigeria Police Force, and National Central Bureau (NCB). “Implementing […] The post Tackling terrorism in Nigeria needs a full approach – Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency Releases Full List Of Tinubu’s Appointments By Region

The Presidency has released a list of President Bola Tinubu’s appointments so far, in response to criticisms of alleged lopsided appointments. The list was shared by Sunday Dare on Wednesday, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. However, the omission of a key figure Femi Gbajabiamila has sparked questions. Gbajabiamila, who was appointed as Chief of […] The post Presidency Releases Full List Of Tinubu’s Appointments By Region appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu Gave 71 Northerners, 63 Southerners Appointments — Presidency

The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu’s appointment record, stating that a breakdown of recent appointments showed a fair distribution across Nigeria’s regions, with the North receiving slightly more slots than the South. According to the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, President Tinubu has so far appointed 71 […]

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2 w. ago IPU: Nigerian Senator Ngwu Elected African Rep To Bureau Of Standing Commitee On Peace, Security

Nigeria’s Senate Minority Whip, Senator Osita Ngwu, has been elected as African representative to the Bureau of the Standing Committee on Peace and International Security at the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The Nigerian lawmaker was nominated to be part of the committee by Nigeria and the West African sub-region. Senator Ngwu, […]

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2 w. ago France’s Cognac eyes Nigeria as Trump tariffs hit the wine industry

As Trump’s tariffs deepen crisis for France’s $3 billion cognac industry, Christophe Fillioux’s family estate in the cognac region of read more France’s Cognac eyes Nigeria as Trump tariffs hit the wine industry

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2 w. ago Trump’s Tariffs: Experts Challenge Nigeria, Others On Regional Integration

As the retaliatory tariffs announced by United States (US) President Donald Trump continue to send shockwaves across the globe, economic and financial experts, an ex-envoy, and other industry stakeholders have charged the Nigerian government and other African leaders to embark on trade and economic integration to save the continent from the looming global recession. They […]

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3 w. ago At Senegal’s 65th Independence Day, Nigeria Backs Deeper Regional Cooperation

The Nigerian government has described its relationship with Senegal as a strategic partnership built on a foundation of shared history, democratic values and economic interdependence. This followed Vice President Kashim Shettima’s presence at Senegal’s 65th Independence Day Anniversary held at the Place de la Nation in Dakar on Friday. VP Shettima had represented President Bola […]

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3 w. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle over improved security

The Northern Elders Political Development Group has praised President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for their collaborative efforts in enhancing security in the North-West region of Nigeria. In a statement issued by its Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, Read More

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3 w. ago Nigeria to lead West African Union of Tax Institutes for regional growth 

By Henry Uche   The President of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), Mr. Samuel Agbeluyi, has been elected as the President of West African Union of Tax Institutes (WAUTI). A statement from the Institute confirmed that Mr. Agbeluyi was elected was during the 11th Annual General Meeting of the Union on 27th […] The post Nigeria to lead West African Union of Tax Institutes for regional growth  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

A bill that seeks to grant state governments control over their own oil and mineral resources has moved one step read more Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

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