51 m. ago Former NUJ Chairman advocates tourism development for revenue generation

By Abel Leonard, Lafia A former Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Tourism in Nasarawa State and past Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Dogo Shammah, has called on the Nasarawa State Government and other states in the North Central region to invest in the development of the tourism and cultural sectors. Shammah, […] The post Former NUJ Chairman advocates tourism development for revenue generation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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78 m. ago Beta Glass invests in local supply chains to boost industrial growth in Nigeria

Beta Glass, a leading manufacturer of glass packaging in West and Central Africa, said it is investing in local supply read more Beta Glass invests in local supply chains to boost industrial growth in Nigeria

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2 h. ago Osimhen nets 30th goal as Galatasaray ease into Turkish Cup final

By Seyi Babalola Victor Osimhen scored his 30th goal of the season to propel Galatasaray into the Turkish Cup final, as the Istanbul giants thrashed Konyaspor 5-1 in their semi-final match on Tuesday. The Nigerian striker opened the scoring in the 26th minute, connecting with a wonderful cross from former Napoli colleague Dries Mertens and […] The post Osimhen nets 30th goal as Galatasaray ease into Turkish Cup final appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Foundation empowers 21 young entrepreneurs with $105,000 in investment grants

Mary Ojulari Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation committed to sustainable development and community empowerment in Nigeria, has empowered a total of read more Foundation empowers 21 young entrepreneurs with $105,000 in investment grants

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5 h. ago Radda invests N21bn in inputs, seeks NADF’s partnership on agric promotion

Dikko Umar Radda, Governor of Katsina State, has said that his administration has invested heavily in various initiatives, including the read more Radda invests N21bn in inputs, seeks NADF’s partnership on agric promotion

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6 h. ago Nunes fires injury time winner as Man City move up to third in Premier League

By Seyi Babalola Matheus Nunes scored a thrilling 94th-minute winner to help City secure a critical three points in the Champions League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. The visitors appeared to be heading out of the Etihad Stadium with a draw until the Portuguese converted Jeremy Doku’s low cross at the far […] The post Nunes fires injury time winner as Man City move up to third in Premier League appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago IMF Lowers Nigeria’s 2025 Growth Forecast To 3.0% On Weakening Oil Price

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised downward Nigeria’s economic growth projections for 2025 and 2026, to 3.0 for 2025 and 2.7 for 2026 as global uncertainties grow and sustained weaknesses in oil prices impact the country’s economy. This is as it sees a growing probability of a recession from per cent in October to […]

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6 h. ago 2024 Oil Licensing Process Fair, Open, Inclusive, NUPRC Insists

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reaffirmed that the 2024 oil licensing round was conducted with fairness, openness, and inclusivity at its core. Chairman 2024 Bid Round Committee, NUPRC, Bashiru Indabawa who made this known,  insisted that the bid round was conducted transparently in line with the Petroleum Industry Act and regulations released […]

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7 h. ago Census Committee’s Task To Ensure Adequate Funding, Planning, Bagudu Clarifies

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said yesterday in Abuja that the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census is an ad hoc technical body established to identify funding sources for the upcoming enumeration of Nigerians. He spoke at the committee’s inaugural meeting, which was inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu last week, […]

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8 h. ago C’River introduces ‘Jesus Carnival’ to state tourism calendar

• Governor Otu, wife, clerics lead parade of Christian revellers The Cross River State Government has officially introduced a new annual event into its tourism calendar. The event, titled, ‘Carnival Parade of Thanksgiving and Festival of Praise,’ popularly known as the ‘Jesus Carnival,’ will be held every Easter season.  The maiden edition took place on […] The post C’River introduces ‘Jesus Carnival’ to state tourism calendar appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Bagudu clarifies committee’s task, says it’s to ensure adequate funding, planning for census

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said yesterday in Abuja that the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census was an adhoc technical body established to identify funding sources for the upcoming enumeration of Nigerians. He spoke at the committee’s inaugural meeting, which was inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu last week, to […] The post Bagudu clarifies committee’s task, says it’s to ensure adequate funding, planning for census appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago US stocks rebound as Treasury secretary calls China trade war ‘unsustainable’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told investors Tuesday that the US-China trade war is unsustainable and he expects the battle to read more US stocks rebound as Treasury secretary calls China trade war ‘unsustainable’

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15 h. ago IOCs Bypass Direct Crude Oil Supply To Dangote Refinery, Others

International Oil Companies (IOCs) operating in Nigeria have continued to bypass direct crude oil supply to local refineries, even as the nation grapples with an estimated 60 million barrels of stranded crude oil on the high seas. This persistent disconnect was compounding Nigeria’s struggle to ramp up domestic refining capacity and maximise oil revenues. LEADERSHIP […]

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17 h. ago Federation account revenue falls to ₦1.94 trn amid drop in oil receipts – CBN

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In January, Nigeria’s Federation Account revenue dropped to ₦1.94 trillion, a 31.35% decline from December 2024 and 35.22% below the monthly benchmark, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) January 2025 Economic Report. The fall was driven by reduced receipts from Petroleum Profit Tax (PPT), royalties, Company Income Tax (CIT), […] The post Federation account revenue falls to ₦1.94 trn amid drop in oil receipts – CBN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Afreximbank’s net income rises 29% as strategic plan, samurai bonds drive growth

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reported a 29 percent rise in its net income for the financial year 2024 read more Afreximbank’s net income rises 29% as strategic plan, samurai bonds drive growth

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18 h. ago “Stay Strong, Stop Letting People Walk Over You” – Peter Okoye On Setting Boundaries

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye has revealed that he plans to change how he handles relationships in order to put an end to the constant disrespect he faces. He said he would no longer play the “nice guy” and would instead start matching people’s energy by treating them the same way they treat him. Peter stressed […] The post “Stay Strong, Stop Letting People Walk Over You” – Peter Okoye On Setting Boundaries appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers

Byline: Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered an immediate investigation into allegations that officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) extorted ₦5.2 million from a group of young men travelling from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, to Akure, Ondo State. The allegations surfaced through a viral post by […] The post Minister orders full investigation into ₦5.2m extortion by NSCDC officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Nigerians In Diaspora Laud Tinubu, Komolafe Over Reforms In Oil, Gas Sector

The Nigerians in Diaspora Groups has praised President Bola Tinubu and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, for their transformative leadership and commitment to transparency in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. In a statement issued on Monday, David Matthew Akpambu, Global President of the Nigerians in […]

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22 h. ago Bode George Slams Atiku For Meeting Buhari Over Coalition Plans

Bode George, a key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has sharply criticized Alhaji Atiku Abubakar for his recent meeting with former President Muhammadu Buhari regarding his coalition plans. George expressed his disappointment, accusing Atiku of neglecting party members while seeking support from Buhari, who is a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress […] The post Bode George Slams Atiku For Meeting Buhari Over Coalition Plans appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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