1 hour ago Nigeria’s women entrepreneurs set for boost as ministry partners with Cherie Blair Foundation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move set to empower women entrepreneurs across Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has joined forces with the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women in a strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to training, finance, and markets for women-led businesses nationwide. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony […] The post Nigeria’s women entrepreneurs set for boost as ministry partners with Cherie Blair Foundation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago 151 Senior Police Officers Face Sanctions Over Gross Misconduct

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is currently interrogating 151 senior officers before the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) over gross misconduct, pending disciplinary matters. The exercise, which commenced on Monday, would last till Friday, and the disciplinary committee is currently sitting at the IGP Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. While confirming the development, the Force […]

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5 h. ago PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Over 500 candidates undergoing screening in Northwest zone for Overseas Scholarship by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) have promised their commitment to bringing development and progress to oil and industry in the country at the end of their training if given the opportunity. PTDF officials and relevant stakeholders have embarked […] The post PTDF: Candidates for overseas scholarship scheme promise to bring development to oil, gas industry  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Women in Mining Africa expands grassroot network across continent

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja In a coordinated effort to reshape the mining sector across Africa, the Women in Mining Africa, WiM-Africa is expanding its grassroots presence through the establishment of national and community-based chapters serving as localized platforms for engagement. This is contained in a statement signed by the Executive Director of the Women in […] The post Women in Mining Africa expands grassroot network across continent appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Stanbic IBTC Signs CNY800m Loan Partnership With China Development Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank, has signed a three-year, CNY800 million term loan agreement with China Development Bank (CDB). This landmark facility, executed under the strategic collaboration framework between the  Standard Bank Group (SBG) and CDB, marks a significant milestone in deepening financial cooperation between Africa and China. The facility underscores Stanbic IBTC Bank’s direct access to […]

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8 h. ago Helicopter Landing Levy Introduced To Develop Infrastructure, Says Expert

The newly introduced $300 helicopter landing levy by the federal government will develop aviation infrastructure that will aid air navigation purposes and operations, an aviation expert, Mr. Tai Ejibunu has said. Ejibunu, a former Director, Air Transport Management,  Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, on Tuesday, said the levy, which is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s […]

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15 h. ago Helicopter landing levy aimed at infrastructure boost –Expert

An aviation expert and former Director, Air Transport Management,  Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Tai Ejibunu, has described the newly introduced helicopter landing levy by the federal government as a strategy to fund aviation infrastructure that will ultimately boost aid air navigation and better flight operations. Ejibunu, who made the disclosure in a […] The post Helicopter landing levy aimed at infrastructure boost –Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria, China mark Youth Skills Day with push for AI, digital empowerment

In celebration of World Youth Skills Day (WYSD) 2025, the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) is pushing for stronger Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital skills development initiatives. The push underscores the cooperation between Nigeria and China and highlights a shared vision for a digitally inclusive and innovation-driven future. With the global theme, “Youth Empowerment Through AI […] The post Nigeria, China mark Youth Skills Day with push for AI, digital empowerment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has launched a scathing response to Senator Ireti Kingibe’s recent criticism of the transformation under his boss’s stewardship. Olayinka accused the Senator of being “blinded by the spirit of impending […] The post Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Nwifuru swaps three commissioners, issues six months warning to two 

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru has redeployed three commissioners in his cabinet in a minor cabinet reshuffle. In the reshufflement, the state Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Jude Okpor was redeployed to the ministry of Rural Development while Chief Ikeuwa Omebe who was in charge of the ministry, was redeployed […] The post Nwifuru swaps three commissioners, issues six months warning to two  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Cross River govt, Air Force deepen ties for security of state

Tribune Online Cross River govt, Air Force deepen ties for security of state “Our mission is clear: any time, any weather, just give us a knock and we’ll respond with military precision. We are here not just to take from government, but to give full cooperation,” he assured. Cross River govt, Air Force deepen ties for security of state Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Stanbic IBTC secures CNY800m term loan agreement with China Development Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has successfully signed a 3-year, CNY800 million term loan agreement with read more Stanbic IBTC secures CNY800m term loan agreement with China Development Bank

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28 h. ago Tinubu Orders Agencies To Enforce Global Visa Rules, Engage US, UAE

President Bola Tinubu has directed all federal agencies involved in consular and immigration matters to ensure strict compliance with Nigeria’s international obligations, and to deepen inter-governmental cooperation in verifying the identities of citizens seeking visas and other consular services abroad. The directive follows recent adjustments in visa issuance policies by the Governments of the United […]

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29 h. ago ‘Remember Buhari As Good Man, Not For 8 Years As President’, Bishop Kukah Tells Nigerians

Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah has called on Nigerians to view the legacy of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari beyond his two-term presidency but to remember his broader contributions to the nation’s development. Bishop Kukah, in a telephone interview, described Buhari as a “good man” who served Nigeria in various capacities […]

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32 h. ago Housing Ministry Develops National Skills Acquisition Programme

In its bid to create a strategic response to the deepening shortage of skilled artisans in Nigeria’s construction sector, the federal ministry of housing and urban development has formally designed and presented the National Artisan Skills Acquisition Programme (NASAP). The minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who made the presentation at […]

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33 h. ago FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development

Tribune Online FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development The Federal Government and Qatar Charity have agreed to collaborate on implementing humanitarian interventions, programmes and development initiatives that meet local needs. Signed in Doha last week by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, on behalf of the federal government, and the Charity’s Chief Global Operations Officer, Mr Nawaf Abdullah Al-Hammadi, […] FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development Tribune Online

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34 h. ago NDDC projects have emerged only sign of government presence in most communities – MD at 25th anniversary

The significant summery of the 25 years existence of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) seems to be that its read more NDDC projects have emerged only sign of government presence in most communities – MD at 25th anniversary

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35 h. ago PTDF Screens 400 North East Postgraduate Candidates For Foreign Scholarships

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has commenced the screening and verification of credentials for over 400 candidates from the North East region, as part of its 2025 overseas scholarship programme for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Science (MSc) degrees in oil, gas, and renewable energy-related fields. The exercise, which commenced yesterday at […]

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36 h. ago Tempers flare over Agric Ministry’s grip on 370,000 cooperatives

From Okwe Obi, Abuja A storm is brewing between the federal government and stakeholders as controversy deepens over the continued domiciling of more than 370,000 cooperative societies under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. This means that registration, approval and supervision are under the purview of the minister. Critics argue that the arrangement is […] The post Tempers flare over Agric Ministry’s grip on 370,000 cooperatives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Buhari Made Nigeria Stand Tall In Comity Of Nations, Says Onuigbo

The Member representing the South-East on the Governing Board of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), Sir Sam Ifeanyi Onuigbo, has said that former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death has left a huge vacuum for the country. Onuigbo, a former two-term federal lawmaker, recalled the tortuous journey of the Climate Change Bill, which was first declined […]

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