4 h. ago Senate Approves Revenue Reform Bills, Rejects 7.5% To 10% VAT Hike Over Economic Concerns

The Nigerian Senate has approved two out of four tax reform bills introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The bills passed are the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill, both aimed at restructuring the country’s tax collection and management systems. This move followed a thorough review of the report […] The post Senate Approves Revenue Reform Bills, Rejects 7.5% To 10% VAT Hike Over Economic Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Boko Haram Deploying Armed Drones Against Civilians In Borno – Lawmaker Warns

A member of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Jaha, has raised alarm over the increasing sophistication of Boko Haram attacks in Borno State, revealing that the insurgents are now deploying armed drones against civilians and security forces. Jaha, who represents Damboa/Gwoza/Chibok federal constituency, made this revelation during a motion debate on a recent fire incident […] The post Boko Haram Deploying Armed Drones Against Civilians In Borno – Lawmaker Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

7 h. ago NELFUND Boss Warns Institutions Against Sabotaging Student Loan Scheme

The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr has warned institutions against hoarding information about the disbursement of student loans to beneficiaries. Sawyerr gave the warning in Abuja on Wednesday while speaking with journalists on the third day of a stakeholder engagement session/workshop on NELFUND system automation and loan application processes. […]

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8 h. ago SSANU demands urgent action on salary payment delays via GIFMIS

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has appealed to the Accountant General of the Federation for immediate intervention to address persistent salary payment delays since the migration to the Government Integrated Financial and Management Information System (GIFMIS) platform in 2024. In a letter dated Wednesday, May 7, SSANU President […] The post SSANU demands urgent action on salary payment delays via GIFMIS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

9 h. ago NELFUND Debunks Alleged Diversion Of N54bn Student Loan Funds

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has debunked reports of alleged diversion of the scheme’s funds amounting to N54billion. The Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, stated this when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee oversighting the agency, to clear its name of the alleged irregularities in the administration and disbursement of student […]

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10 h. ago We ‘ve disbursed N24bn to 293,000 students, N30bn to 303 institutions – NELFund

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The National Education Loan Fund (NELFund), yesterday, said it has disbursed a total of N24 billion to 293,000 students, and another N3O billion to 303 institutions nationwide, making a total of N54 billion, since the commencement of the scheme. The NELFund Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, who stated this while briefing the […] The post We ‘ve disbursed N24bn to 293,000 students, N30bn to 303 institutions – NELFund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Dadin Kowa irrigation scheme completed, boosts Nigeria’s food security

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority (UBRBDA) has announced that the completion of the Dadin Kowa irrigation scheme under the Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING) Project marks a significant step toward Nigeria’s food security. Ahmed Bekaji, UBRBDA’s Area Manager for Gombe State, shared this during a media interaction, stating […] The post Dadin Kowa irrigation scheme completed, boosts Nigeria’s food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NipCo Commits To Downstream Petroleum Industry Safety Safety

As the world marks 2025 World Day for Safety and Health at Work, NIPCO Plc said, it stand out as a shining example of safety excellence in the downstream sector of the nation’s hydrocarbon industry. The managing director/CEO, NIPCO Plc, Suresh Kumar who made assertion while highlighting the prime position the company places safety and […]

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21 h. ago Foreign terrorist fighters – the invisible hand behind Nigeria’s unending insecurity (1)

In the dense vegetation of Nigeria’s Sambisa Forest, foreign fighters move silently alongside local insurgents, their expertise honed in conflict read more Foreign terrorist fighters – the invisible hand behind Nigeria’s unending insecurity (1)

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23 h. ago NIA to ECOWAS: We’re committed to our responsibilities, obligations

By Henry Uche   The Nigerian National Bureau of ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme has reaffirmed its commitment to settling all legitimate motor insurance claims in the region to enhance motor insurance coverage across all ECOWAS member states. Mr. Kunle Ahmed, Chairman, Nigerian National Bureau of ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme, gave the assurance at […] The post NIA to ECOWAS: We’re committed to our responsibilities, obligations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago FG Moves To Reposition Cocoa Industry With New Management Board

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a draft bill for the establishment of the National Cocoa Management Board (NCMB), a move expected to reposition Nigeria’s cocoa industry and boost the country’s agricultural revenue. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, revealed this to newsmen on Monday after the FEC meeting held at the […] The post FG Moves To Reposition Cocoa Industry With New Management Board appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Methodist Synod Decries Insecurity, Hardship, Seeks Prayers For Tinubu

The leadership of the Methodist Church, Nigeria (MCN) has expressed concerns over the prevailing socio-economic and security challenges engulfing the nation, lamenting that unless urgent remediation measures are in place, the country faces the risk of implosion. Rising from the 30th Annual Synod of the Diocese, held at the Immanuel Methodist Cathedral, Itiam Etoi, Uyo, […]

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41 h. ago FEC Approves Bill To Establish National Cocoa Management Board

The federal government has approved a draft bill for the establishment of the National Cocoa Management Board (NCMB) to revitalise and regulate Nigeria’s cocoa sub-sector for enhanced economic development. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, disclosed this after the  Federal Executive Council (FEC), presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the […]

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43 h. ago Champions League: Arsenal must give all to qualify for final – Arteta

By Seyi Babalola Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has stated that his players must be willing to give everything to reach the Champions League final. On Wednesday, the Gunners head to Paris Saint-Germain for the second leg of their semi-final, hoping to overcome a 1-0 lead and go to the Champions League final for only the […] The post Champions League: Arsenal must give all to qualify for final – Arteta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Sport

46 h. ago Dan Okehi @ 70: The making of insurance, risk management guru

By Sunday Ani Born to the family of Mr. Godfrey and Mrs. Alice Okehi of Orogwe, in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State, some 70 years ago, Dr. Dan Okehi is unarguably a giant in Nigeria’s insurance and risk management sector. An insurance leader par excellence, he started his childhood education at Orogwe […] The post Dan Okehi @ 70: The making of insurance, risk management guru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago PFAs retreat from govt securities in hunt for higher returns

Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) are retreating from government securities and diversifying to other assets that promise them higher returns. In read more PFAs retreat from govt securities in hunt for higher returns

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49 h. ago Oborevwori lauds DELSU for strides in research, infrastructure devt

From Ben Dunno, Warri Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has commended the commitment of the past and present managements of the Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, particularly in the areas of research, staff welfare and infrastructural development, to enhance the teaching and learning environment of the institution.     He promised government’s continued support […] The post Oborevwori lauds DELSU for strides in research, infrastructure devt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago MTN CHAMPS ‘ll bring back Nigeria’s golden days in track and field

By Akanimo Kufre MTN’s General Manager, Brand and Communications, Emamoke Ogoro on Monday, said the company has partnered with Making of Champions (MOC) to donate back to the community and restore the days Nigeria had athletes like Mary Onyali. “We need to step back to when we had the likes of Mary Onyali. You can […] The post MTN CHAMPS ‘ll bring back Nigeria’s golden days in track and field appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Missing Babcock University student found, to face disciplinary committee

By Gabriel Dike   The management of Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, on Monday cleared its name following the safe return of Oladipupo Siwajuola, a JUPEB student, earlier declared missing by his mother. The university, in a statement signed by the Director of BU, Communication and Public Relations, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, revealed that the […] The post Missing Babcock University student found, to face disciplinary committee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago BDC operator testifies against suspect who allegedly defrauded him N280m

From Godwin Tsa Abuja A Bureau De Change (BDC) Operator, Alhaji Idris Ali, has told a Federal High Court how the managing director of Faru Power Solution Limited, Mohammed Lawal, allegedly defrauded him of the total sum of N280 million. Testifying as the first prosecution witness (PW1), Ali, told Justice Emeka Nwite of the Abuja […] The post BDC operator testifies against suspect who allegedly defrauded him N280m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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