14 h. ago Naira gains against dollar in official market, trades at N1,536.82

The Naira appreciated on Friday in the official market, trading at N1,536.82 to a dollar. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria website showed that the Naira gained N1.84. This represents a 0.11 per cent increase compared to the N1,538.66 per dollar recorded on Thursday. The gain followed four days of slight depreciation between Monday Read More

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15 h. ago PFN Appoints Archbishop Isong As S/South National Vice President

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has appointed the General Overseer of Christian Central Chapel International (CCCI), Calabar, Cross River, Archbishop Emmah Gospel Isong as its National Vice President for the South South zone. A letter dated March 27, 2025, signed by the PFN National President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke and sighted by our Correspondent, […]

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29 h. ago Three Suspects Arrested For Stealing 19 Sewing Machine Heads From Borno Skills Centre

The Borno State Police Command has arrested three suspects for stealing sewing machine heads from the Dala Lawanti Skills Acquisition Centre. In a statement released on Thursday, Borno police spokesperson Nahum Daso revealed that Kaka Mustapha, a security guard at the centre, conspired with two others, Ibrahim Mohammed and Bukar Mustapha, to commit the crime. […] The post Three Suspects Arrested For Stealing 19 Sewing Machine Heads From Borno Skills Centre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago $1trn Economy: ‘Nigeria Needs €1.05bn Data Centre Investment, 90,000km Fibre Expansion

Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy depends on €1.05 billion in data center investment, a 90,000-kilometer fiber optic expansion, and a 10 percent broadband penetration boost that could add 2.5 per cent to GDP, industry experts revealed. Industry stakeholders who disclosed this, at the Policy Implementation Assisted Forum (PIAFo), in Lagos, stressed that […]

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32 h. ago World Tuberculosis Day: ‘We can end TB by 2030 with commitment’

Tribune Online World Tuberculosis Day: ‘We can end TB by 2030 with commitment’     Mrs Oyebamiji Abimbola is the monitoring and evaluation officer at the Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Centre at the Oyo State Hospital Management Board. She shared what the centre does and efforts put in place to end tuberculosis in Nigeria by 2030 in this interview with ADEREMI OGUNDARE.   HOW can you describe […] World Tuberculosis Day: ‘We can end TB by 2030 with commitment’ Tribune Online

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34 h. ago 807 meningitis cases, 74 deaths recorded in 22 states – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says the country has recorded a total of 807 suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, and 74 deaths from 22 states as of March 26, 2025 The NCDC stated that the Case Fatality Rate is at 9.2 per cent as of March 26, 2025.3.27 The centre disclosed this Read More

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36 h. ago Bleak outlook looms amid Nigeria’s first decline in money supply

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s economic activities could suffer potential slowdown following its first decline in money supply which fell to N110.32 trillion at the end of February 2025, financial analysts said on Thursday. Data obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)  revealed that money supply in the country dipped by 0.56 per cent on […] The post Bleak outlook looms amid Nigeria’s first decline in money supply appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Cardoso champions gender equity as women hold 35% of CBN’s director positions

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a landmark development for gender representation in Nigeria’s banking sector, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that women now constitute 35 percent of its  directors and half of its Non-Executive Board. This, according to the apex bank, indicate  a strategic push towards gender-balanced leadership under Governor Olayemi Cardoso.  […] The post Cardoso champions gender equity as women hold 35% of CBN’s director positions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Meningitis: Kebbi, Katsina lead as NCDC records 807 suspected cases, 74 deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention said the country has recorded a total of 807 suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, and 74 deaths from 22 states as of March 26, 2025. The NCDC stated that the Case Fatality Rate is at 9.2 per cent as of March 26, 2025. The centre disclosed this Read More

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48 h. ago From critic to supporter: Reno Omokri explains shift on Tinubu

Social media influencer and public commentator, Reno Omokri has defended his shift from being a vocal critic of President Bola Tinubu to a supporter. He cited new evidence and a trusted personal relationship as key factors in his change of stance. Speaking on Breakfast Central on Thursday, Omokri acknowledged that public memory in Nigeria is Read More

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67 h. ago Enugu govt partners with FG to relocate Enugu correctional centre

Automates court processes for speedy dispensation of justice The government of Enugu State has commended the federal government for approving the relocation of the Enugu Correctional Centre located at the GRA, saying it is ready to partner with the central government to actualise it soonest. The assurances were given by the governor of Enugu State, […] The post Enugu govt partners with FG to relocate Enugu correctional centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago CBN plans fresh battle against forex speculators as naira slides

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, says the apex bank remains resolute in its commitment to maintaining order in the country’s foreign exchange market by identifying and eliminating bad actors whose activities undermine the stability of the naira. This came as findings showed that the naira depreciated slightly at the official Read More

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3 d. ago Cardoso engages Harvard scholars on CBN’s intellectual, economic leadership

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the bank’s strong commitment to fostering intellectual engagement and advancing policy-driven solutions for sustainable economic growth. Cardoso stated this while hosting a delegation of scholars from the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) as part of their Africa Trek, which included […] The post Cardoso engages Harvard scholars on CBN’s intellectual, economic leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth

Tribune Online FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth The Federal Government has inaugurated a Central Coordination Committee (CCC) to oversee a holistic implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in a manner that would foster economic growth for Nigeria and regional trade integration for the continent. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja while inaugurating the Committee, the Minister of Industry, Trade and […] FG inaugurates AfCFTA coordinating committee to foster Nigeria’s economic growth Tribune Online

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3 d. ago CBN making progress on FX stability, inflation control – Cardoso

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has said the apex bank is making steady progress in stabilising the foreign exchange market and tackling inflation. According to a press statement by the CBN on Tuesday, Cardoso stated this when he received a delegation of scholars from the Harvard Kennedy School at the Read More

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3 d. ago Africa’s digital payment market to hit $1.5 trillion by 2030 — Mastercard

Africa’s digital payment economy is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to a report commissioned by Mastercard. The read more Africa’s digital payment market to hit $1.5 trillion by 2030 — Mastercard

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4 d. ago Livingtrust Mortgage Bank appoints Adekilekun board chairman

Tribune Online Livingtrust Mortgage Bank appoints Adekilekun board chairman Livingtrust Mortgage Bank has announced the appointment of Dr. Kamaldeen Adekilekun as its new Board Chairman. This strategic move follows the Osun State Government’s nomination, a significant shareholder in the bank, and subsequent approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria, solidifying the bank’s leadership structure. Dr. Adekilekun brings a wealth of experience to the role, […] Livingtrust Mortgage Bank appoints Adekilekun board chairman Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Cardoso engages Harvard scholars, reaffirms CBN’s role in intellectual, economic discourse

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the Bank’s commitment to fostering intellectual engagement and policy-driven solutions.     According to a statement from the apex bank, Cardoso made this remark while hosting a delegation of scholars from the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) […] The post Cardoso engages Harvard scholars, reaffirms CBN’s role in intellectual, economic discourse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court Abuja has stepped down from the case filed by Senator Representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that at the proceedings on Tuesday, Justice Egwuatu announced his decision to withdraw from the matter after the usual court appearances. He cited the allegation of bias from […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Schneider Electric Details 6 Solutions For Nigeria’s AI Revolution

Schneider Electric, Anglophone West Africa has revealed six practical solutions for Nigeria’s artificial intelligence (AI) revolution as it continues to transform industries. The company said Nigeria’s digital economy expands and the demand for high-performance computing increasing, stakeholders must take decisive steps to integrate sustainability into data centre operations, adding that the six practical solutions for […]

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