2 h. ago RMAFC urges FG to review revenue formula, notes challenges in LG fund remittances

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has called on the Federal Government to urgently review the revenue allocation formula to reflect changing realities as mandated by the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended). The Commission also identified legal constraints hindering the implementation of the Supreme Court’s July 11, 2024, […] The post RMAFC urges FG to review revenue formula, notes challenges in LG fund remittances appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Don’t Sow Discord Between Alaafin, Ooni, Aide Tells Bloggers, Commentators

Bloggers and online commentators have been told to redirect their energies towards supporting Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi to address the relevant issues confronting the people of Yorubaland rather than causing disaffection between the two monarchs. LEADERSHIP recalls that controversies have trailed the refusal […]

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4 h. ago DisCos Record N191.75bn Revenue In February As Collection Efficiency Rises

The 12 electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in the country collected total bills of N191.75 billion in February 2025, according to the latest Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) factsheet. The NERC Factsheet for February 2025 released on Wednesday, showed that collection efficiency rose to 77.97 per cent , marking a 6.56 per cent increase compared to […]

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5 h. ago With Cleaner Energy, Africa Can Unlock Significant Economic Opportunities – CILT

The International Vice President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Ibrahim Jibril, on Wednesday, said by transiting to a cleaner and more efficient transport system, Africa can unlock significant economic opportunities while safeguarding the environment for future generations. Jibrin, who disclosed this during his opening remarks at the ongoing 2025 Africa Forum […]

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10 h. ago Minimum wage for workers remains shamefully inadequate to meet rising costs –Bolarinwa Sunday, NUCFRLANMPE President

    By Chukwuma  Umeorah In a season of heightened economic pressures and unprecedented challenges facing Nigerian workers and industries, the voice of organized labour remains critical in shaping national discourse. Comrade Bolarinwa Sunday, President of the National Union of Chemical, Footwear, Rubber, Leather, and Non-Metallic Products Employees (NUCFRLANMPE), shares insights on the state of […] The post Minimum wage for workers remains shamefully inadequate to meet rising costs –Bolarinwa Sunday, NUCFRLANMPE President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago FG rolls out mass metering in military barracks to curb clashes with DisCos

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja To resolve the recurring clashes between electricity distribution companies (DisCos) staff and the military, the federal government has relaunched a large-scale metering initiative across military barracks nationwide. The project has so far generated over N769.1 million in revenue between August 2024 and April 2025, highlighting its operational success. The project, designed […] The post FG rolls out mass metering in military barracks to curb clashes with DisCos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigeria Committed To ‘Gas By Freight’ Delivery – Coordinator

Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to fully implementing policies to increase the efficiency and reliability of gas delivery through the gas-by-freight corridor initiative. The newly appointed coordinator of the Gas by Freight Corridor Initiative in Nigeria, Dr. Abubakar Tanko Bala, revealed this in Abuja after receiving his appointment letter signed by the Initiative’s Global Leader, […]

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11 h. ago Breweries post revenue gains despite plunge in beer consumption

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s leading brewers may be celebrating impressive first-quarter revenues in 2025, but behind the rising figures lies a sobering reality: beer consumption is steadily dwindling. Despite International Breweries, Nigerian Breweries (NB) Plc and Guinness Nigeria recording strong double-digit revenue growth, Daily Sun’s analysis reveals that actual profitability took a hit in Q1 […] The post Breweries post revenue gains despite plunge in beer consumption appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago “Something Needs To Be Fixed” — Small Doctor On Decline Of Fuji Music

Nigerian artist Adekunle Temitope, popularly known as Small Doctor, has voiced his concerns about the present condition of the widely loved Yoruba music genre, fuji. The singer stated that fuji music is “dying” and emphasised the need for immediate efforts to revive and sustain the genre. He noted that since the rapid rise of Remi […] The post “Something Needs To Be Fixed” — Small Doctor On Decline Of Fuji Music appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Nigeria to partner with Germany in energy efficiency in building

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has revealed that Nigeria has been considered a key partner under the Partnership for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (PEEB), by the German Development Corporations (GIZ). Dangiwa made the revelation in a meeting in Abuja with the delegation from the German Development […] The post Nigeria to partner with Germany in energy efficiency in building appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Palm Plantation: Ekid People’s Union Shelves Protest, Lauds Eno Over Return

The Ekid people of Akwa Ibom State have lauded the state governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for resolving the issues that led to the closure of the largest palm plantation at Esit Urua. In response to the governor’s gesture, the Ekit Peoples Union has asked its members to discontinue the mass protests it had planned to […]

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25 h. ago Gowon, Obasanjo, Anyaoku, Ibru, Monarchs, Others Honour Clark On May Day

Elder statesmen and eminent Nigerians will on May Day, this Thursday, converge on Lagos State to reflect on the life and times of late elder statesman and Niger Delta leader, Chief Edwin Clark. Clark, a former federal commissioner of information in the First Republic, died in February aged 97. Some of the dignitaries expected to […]

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28 h. ago Lafarge Africa Shareholders Approve N19.33bn Final Dividend For 2024

Shareholders of Lafarge Africa Plc have approved N19.33 billion final dividend, representing N1.20 per share for the year ended December 31, 2024 They gave their approval at the Company 66th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos. In the 2024 financial result, Lafarge Africa announced a remarkable revenue of N696.76 billion for the 2024 financial […]

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29 h. ago TotalEnergies Nigeria Records Revenue Decline, Loss In first Quarter

TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc has recorded N221.61 billion in revenue for the first quarter of 2025. This figure represents a year-on-year decline of 18 per cent when compared with the N269.84 billion posted in the first quarter of 2024. The company disclosed this in its financial results, which were made available as a corporate disclosure […]

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34 h. ago FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has instructed all banks in Nigeria to immediately identify and close any tax and levy collection accounts that are not authorised under the agency’s TaxPro Max system. This directive, announced through a public notice issued by the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Zacch Adedeji, and shared with journalists on Monday […] The post FIRS orders banks to close unauthorised tax collection accounts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Cement titans record N1.53trn revenue boost amid FX stability, surging demand

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s cement industry has kicked off 2025 on a high note, recording a combined revenue surge of N1.53 trillion in the first quarter (Q1) of the year. This was fueled by strengthening naira, strong local demand and effective cost-saving strategies. The performance marks a sharp rebound from the currency-induced headwinds that dragged […] The post Cement titans record N1.53trn revenue boost amid FX stability, surging demand appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago PDP demands immediate reinstatement of 13 suspended Benue assembly members

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has urged the Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Hon. Aondona Dajoh, and other members to urgently lift the suspension of 13 lawmakers who opposed legislative misconduct on February 19. The call was made in a statement by PDP Publicity Secretary, […] The post PDP demands immediate reinstatement of 13 suspended Benue assembly members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago All Encumbrances To Investment Being Eliminated, VP Shettima Tells EU Delegation

The Nigerian government has reiterated its deep commitment to strategic partnership with the European Union (EU), as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) prepares to open its first West Africa office in Lagos. Nigeria officially became the EBRD’s 77th shareholder in February 2025, following the bank’s limited and incremental expansion to sub-Saharan Africa […]

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41 h. ago Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of four Federal Permanent Secretaries to enhance the Federal Civil Service’s operations and improve service delivery across key ministries. The move aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to boost efficiency and foster innovation in the civil service. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the […] The post Tinubu approves redeployment of four perm secs to boost civil service efficiency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago FIRS mandates closure of unauthorised tax collection accounts

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has issued a directive to banks nationwide to immediately identify and close all unauthorised read more FIRS mandates closure of unauthorised tax collection accounts

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