2 h. ago Stakeholders fault new tax reforms as FG insists airlines must pay VAT

The aviation sector has expressed strong reservations about the New Tax Act 2025, describing it as inconsistent with international treaties, read more Stakeholders fault new tax reforms as FG insists airlines must pay VAT

Economics

10 h. ago Police arrest ‘Obi of Lagos’ over plans to unveil N1.5bn palace in Lagos

Tribune Online Police arrest ‘Obi of Lagos’ over plans to unveil N1.5bn palace in Lagos The principal suspect was identified as Engr. Chibuike Azubike, 65, an indigene of Obodoukwu Ancient Kingdom, Ideato North LGA of Imo State... Police arrest ‘Obi of Lagos’ over plans to unveil N1.5bn palace in Lagos Tribune Online

Events

15 h. ago FG reserves contracts below N20bn for indigenous contractors –Umahi

By Chukwuma Umeorah and Ifeoma Nwajei The Federal Government has directed that contracts valued below N20 billion will no longer be awarded to expatriate firms but reserved exclusively for indigenous contractors. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection of the underdeck infrastructure of the Third Mainland and Carter Bridges in Lagos yesterday […] The post FG reserves contracts below N20bn for indigenous contractors –Umahi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Umahi says Carter Bridge beyond repair, 3MB will be rehabilitated

David Umahi, Minister of Works, says Carter Bridge, also known as the First Mainland Bridge in Lagos, is no longer read more Umahi says Carter Bridge beyond repair, 3MB will be rehabilitated

Politics

21 h. ago Akwa Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation

From Isaac Job, Uyo Indigenous skilled workers in Akwa Ibom have dragged an oil company, its contractor, and subcontractor before the Federal High Court, Uyo, over alleged conspiracy and violation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act, 2010. The case filed under Suit No. FHC/UY/CS/98/2025 was instituted by the Association of […] The post Akwa Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago External reserves rise by $4.1bn in one month on oil, capital inflows

Weekly FX inflows decline 24 Nigeria’s foreign currency reserves grew by $4.1 billion in the last one month, driven by read more External reserves rise by $4.1bn in one month on oil, capital inflows

Politics

26 h. ago A’Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation

From Isaac Job, Uyo Indigenous skilled workers in Akwa Ibom have dragged an oil company, its contractor, and subcontractor before the Federal High Court, Uyo, over alleged conspiracy and violation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act, 2010. The case filed under Suit No. FHC/UY/CS/98/2025 was instituted by the Association of […] The post A’Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

30 h. ago Nigerian Men Restricted From Travelling Solo As Qatar Tightens Visa Rules

The Qatari Ministry of Interior has announced new visa regulations for Nigerian travelers, citing recent cases of overstays as the reason for the development. Under the new policy, a confirmed return transfer must be booked alongside hotel reservations before a tourist or transit visa can be processed. Also, eligibility has also been restricted, as only […]

Politics

30 h. ago Police Rescue Mother, Children, Nab Father With Firearm In FCT

The Federal Capital Police (FCT) Police Command has rescued a mother with her 8 and 3 years old children after they were forced out of their house alongside her 9-month-old baby by the husband. Police said their father, a 45-year-old Mr. David Tersoo, a contractor with history of domestic abuse was arrested with substance suspected […]

Events

30 h. ago FG prioritizes local firms for road projects below N20bn contract sum

The Federal Government has announced that road construction projects below the contract sum of N20 billion would no longer be read more FG prioritizes local firms for road projects below N20bn contract sum

Politics

31 h. ago Israeli attack: We reserve right to respond by all means possible — Qatar

Tribune Online Israeli attack: We reserve right to respond by all means possible — Qatar The government of Qatar has reacted to the Israeli attack on its capital, Doha, describing the airstrike as a violation of its sovereignty Israeli attack: We reserve right to respond by all means possible — Qatar Tribune Online

Politics

33 h. ago Judge Blocks Trump’s Attempt To Sack Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook

A United States federal judge, on Tuesday, temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s move to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook as she challenged her ouster from the central bank. Judge Jia Cobb granted Cook’s request for an order to remain on the bank’s board while her lawsuit plays out — just a week before a […]

Politics

38 h. ago CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to grow the country’s diaspora reserve to one billion dollars by 2026, building on current inflows of about 600 million dollars. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the CBN, disclosed this on Tuesday at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of […] The post CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

42 h. ago As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach

By Wordshot Amaechi Ugwele In today’s interconnected Nigeria, no state can afford to operate as an island. This is precisely why I have continued to maintain that Governor Peter Mbah’s policy of inclusivity, in awarding contracts and extending opportunities beyond only indigenous Enugu people, reflects both wisdom and foresight. At present, local contractors still handle […] The post As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

51 h. ago Bauchi Approves ₦800m For Student Scholarships, Sends 100 Abroad For Studies

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has approved the release of ₦945.25 million for the 2024/2025 scholarship scheme for indigenes of the state, with ₦800 million already disbursed to beneficiaries across tertiary institutions in Nigeria. This was disclosed by the National President of the National Union of Bauchi State Students (NUBASS), Bello Ibrahim, during a press […] The post Bauchi Approves ₦800m For Student Scholarships, Sends 100 Abroad For Studies appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

52 h. ago NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a roadmap aimed at closing the widening skills gap in the nation’s telecom sector, with a focus on empowering indigenous talent to drive industry growth. At the Stakeholders Consultative Forum on Skill Gaps in the Telecom Value Chain held in Lagos, Engineer Edoyemi Ogoh, Director […] The post NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Foreign contractors dominate Africa’s $90bn infrastructure spending —Afreximbank

Tribune Online Foreign contractors dominate Africa’s $90bn infrastructure spending —Afreximbank THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has raised fresh concern over the dominance of foreign contractors in Africa’s annual infrastructure spending, which is estimated at nearly $90 billion. Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice-President of Afreximbank, made the remarks on Monday at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algiers, Algeria. The week-long event, running from September […] Foreign contractors dominate Africa’s $90bn infrastructure spending —Afreximbank Tribune Online

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64 h. ago Students Confirm Disbursement Of N800m Scholarship By Bauchi Governor

The National Union of Bauchi State Students (NUBASS) has confirmed that Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed’s administration has disbursed N800 million as part of the 2024/2025 scholarship scheme to indigent students across the country. Speaking at a press conference in Bauchi on Monday, NUBASS national president, Comrade Bello Ibrahim Aliyu, described the development as “historic in […]

Politics

2 d. ago ‘Wipe crocodile tears, return smart schools money,’ Enugu Patriots replies Sujimoto

… Disputes Sujimoto’s N4bn expenditure claim on projects …Ugo Chime, Asogwa, other bulk contractors delivering on target The Enugu State Patriots, a group of leaders cutting across political and professional backgrounds, has thrown its weight behind the efforts by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Enugu State Government to recover the total sum […] The post ‘Wipe crocodile tears, return smart schools money,’ Enugu Patriots replies Sujimoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE

Tribune Online SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE THE Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) and stakeholders in the commodities ecosystem have held the pre-launch meeting for Eko Rice Classic Spots Contracts Listing, a landmark event ahead of the official listing of rice contracts valued at N23.4 billion. Welcoming stakeholders which comprise investors, regulators, and members of the agricultural value chain, the Managing […] SEC okays N23.4bn Lagos Eko Rice contracts for listing on LCFE Tribune Online

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