88 m. ago Workers Day: Forum Urges Kogi Govt To Prioritise Infrastructure, Welfare

  The Kogi State Accountability Platform has urged the state government to expand its pro-labour policies by investing in critical infrastructure that directly affects the daily lives of workers and citizens alike, so as to improve their living standards. In a statement to commemorate this year’s Workers’ Day, the forum chairman, Hamza Aliyu, noted that […]

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3 h. ago AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Nigeria covering the period 2025–2030. The CSP includes an annual commitment of approximately $650m to accelerate economic transformation, resilience, and inclusive prosperity. Over the initial four years, the AfDB will disburse $2.95bn, with an additional […] The post AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy and World Bank’s 2027 poverty projection

By Chekwube Nzomiwu Guest Columnist     Vice President Kashim Shettima has been doing a yeoman’s job in assuring everybody of better days ahead for Nigeria under his principal, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose economic reforms have thrown Nigerians into unprecedented hardship. Shettima has undoubtedly done so, even much more than the very large media […] The post Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy and World Bank’s 2027 poverty projection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago

Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has announced a major shift in the state’s transport system, aiming to replace motorcycles and tricycles with electric vehicles. Speaking during the 2025 International Labour Day celebration in Minna on Thursday, Bago indicated that the government is partnering with Chinese investors to set up an electric vehicle assembly plant […] The post Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago NELFund: Education Minister Breaks Silence On Alleged Student Loan Deductions

The Federal Ministry of Education is investigating reports of unauthorized deductions from student loans by some Nigerian universities under the NELFund scheme. This follows a report by The Guardian and an ongoing ICPC probe. An emergency meeting with affected vice chancellors and the NELFund MD has been scheduled for May 6, 2025. The statement, released […] The post NELFund: Education Minister Breaks Silence On Alleged Student Loan Deductions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Group Dismisses Rumoured Rift Between Gov Bago, Deputy, Says Report Politically

A prominent Northern youth group has debunked rumours suggesting a rift between the governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, and his deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba. The group described the allegations as baseless, politically-motivated, and a calculated attempt to discredit the governor’s rising popularity and sterling performance. In a press statement issued in Kaduna and […]

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12 h. ago ICPC clarifies student loan probe, admits error in press release

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has issued a clarification on its investigation into the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan scheme, admitting an error in a prior press release that misled the public. In a statement on Thursday, May 1, 2025, ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare […] The post ICPC clarifies student loan probe, admits error in press release appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago ICPC probes N71.2bn discrepancy in NELFUND student loan disbursements

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched a comprehensive investigation into discrepancies in the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan disbursements. ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare made the announcement in a statement on Thursday. The probe follows reports implicating 51 tertiary institutions in unauthorised deductions of […] The post ICPC probes N71.2bn discrepancy in NELFUND student loan disbursements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Lagos accounting manual to attract more investors to state – House chair

The accounting manual developed for use by all accountants employed by the Lagos State Government will attract serious investors to read more Lagos accounting manual to attract more investors to state – House chair

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16 h. ago Don’t Be Tools In hands Of Nation’s Enemies, CDS Charges Corps Members

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa has tasked members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to be ambassadors of peace and not be tools in the hands of enemies of the State. General Musa, in a statement by the Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, gave the charge during the […]

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16 h. ago What Nigeria is doing to become more investor friendly — Oduwole

Nigeria is making efforts to transform its investment environment, moving from reactive capital attraction to actively shaping how capital flows, read more What Nigeria is doing to become more investor friendly — Oduwole

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16 h. ago CNCSOs alleges judicial misconduct by Niger State judge, petitions NJC, CJN

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), representing over 75 civil society groups, has urged the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to urgently investigate alleged judicial misconduct by Justice Bilkisu Yusuf of the Niger State High Court in Minna. In a statement issued on […] The post CNCSOs alleges judicial misconduct by Niger State judge, petitions NJC, CJN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Rep urges INEC to probe minister over alleged forgery of 2023 election results

By Lukman Olabiyi A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Amobi Ogah, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to launch an investigation into the Minister of State for Labour and Productivity, Nkiruka Onyejeocha, over alleged forgery of polling unit results during the 2023 general elections. In a letter dated April 14 […] The post Rep urges INEC to probe minister over alleged forgery of 2023 election results appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Why Nigeria must invest in diagnostics to tackle tuberculosis

Nigeria must significantly invest in its diagnostic infrastructure and public health systems to curb the growing cases of tuberculosis (TB) read more Why Nigeria must invest in diagnostics to tackle tuberculosis

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19 h. ago ICPC Probes NELFUND Over N71.2bn Discrepancy In Student Loan Disbursement

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched investigations into alleged discrepancies surrounding the disbursement of student loans by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). This was disclosed in a statement by the commission on Thursday, stating that the Chief Executive Officer of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, officials of the Central Bank […]

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21 h. ago Investment, security act modernizes capital market framework, provides investor protection – Uwaleke

Uche Uwaleke, Professor and Director of the Institute of Capital Market Studies at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, has said that read more Investment, security act modernizes capital market framework, provides investor protection – Uwaleke

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21 h. ago SEC Warns Nigerians Against Investing In Suspected Ponzi Platform Tofro

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has uncovered a suspected illegal investment platform identified as Tofro.Com (Tofro), warning Nigerians against falling for their antics by obtaining their money through promise of high returns. The commission raised the alarm in a notice issued on Thursday and made available to journalists. In the notice, SEC warned that […]

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21 h. ago How Africa may tackle 42m housing deficit with genuine PPP, tech, and local initiatives – real estate strategist

Strategies are available to help Africa tackle its over 42million housing deficit, a real estate investor and strategist has revealed. read more How Africa may tackle 42m housing deficit with genuine PPP, tech, and local initiatives – real estate strategist

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23 h. ago DBN to invest $2.5m in proposed youth entrepreneurship investment bank

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has received shareholders’ approval to invest $2.5 million or 25% equity stake in the read more DBN to invest $2.5m in proposed youth entrepreneurship investment bank

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24 h. ago CAC, EFCC Certificates Not Substitute For Registration, SEC Warns Investors

The director-general of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has issued a warning to Nigerians about firms that claim their registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and possession of a SCUML certificate from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) authorise them to operate investment schemes in Nigeria. Agama shared this […]

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