2 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance

Tribune Online Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance Sokoto State Executive Council, led by Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has approved a series of far-reaching projects aimed at revitalizing public infrastructure, boosting security, and enhancing governance across the Sokoto govt approves strategic projects to strengthen infrastructure, security, governance Tribune Online

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11 h. ago WHO Launches Global Push For 50% Tax Hike On Tobacco, Alcohol, Sugary Drinks 

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a bold new initiative urging countries to raise the real prices of tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% through targeted health taxes by 2035. The initiative, dubbed “3 by 35”, aims to combat the rising toll of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), ease pressure on overburdened health […]

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11 h. ago Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners appoint Olumuyiwa as National Enforcement Director 

At a 3-day strategic meeting held at the Lekki Conservation Center, Lagos, by the Board of trustees (BoT) and the National Executive Council (NEC) of the National Association of Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners (NANTMP), formally announced the appointment of Prof. Babalola Muyiwa Ezekiel as its new National Enforcement Director. Babalola, a cosmo legend, global icon […] The post Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners appoint Olumuyiwa as National Enforcement Director  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Protect Your Digital Life: Simple Privacy Habits That Make a Big Difference

Tribune Online Protect Your Digital Life: Simple Privacy Habits That Make a Big Difference Why Digital Privacy is No Longer OptionalWith the way the world is today, being hyper-connected and living life online is just as essential to your safety as locking your digital front door. Whether it’s to protect your online banking details, to stay safe from identity theft, or just to keep your day-to-day habits away from prying […] Protect Your Digital Life: Simple Privacy Habits That Make a Big Difference Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

Bloomwit, a fast-growing writing academy headquartered in Nigeria, has launched a new digital learning platform aimed at addressing what it read more Bloomwit unveils platform to tackle Africa’s $200bn communication crisis

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14 h. ago NCAA Names Max Air ‘Most Unresponsive Domestic Airline’ To Passenger Complaints

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has called out Max Air as the ‘most unresponsive domestic airline’ in the country regarding passenger complaints, according to fresh data from its Consumer Protection Department (CPD). NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, made the disclosure in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, […]

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15 h. ago ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi

Spokesman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has clarified that the newly formed political coalition under the ADC is not merely targeted at opposing President Bola Tinubu, but rather aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with news men on Thursday, Abdullahi dismissed the perception that the coalition […] The post ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Best 7 Proxy Servers for Performance, Privacy, and Flexibility

Finding the right proxy server can feel like navigating a digital jungle. There are dozens of providers out there claiming read more Best 7 Proxy Servers for Performance, Privacy, and Flexibility

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15 h. ago FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The federal government, through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection […] The post FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Take advantage of digital age to better your lives, contribute to nation building, Minister urges Nigerian youths

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has urged Nigerian youths to make use of the access and opportunities of the digital age to better their lives and contribute to nation building. Tijani spoke in Kano at the commissioning of the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Northwest Digital Industrial Park, […] The post Take advantage of digital age to better your lives, contribute to nation building, Minister urges Nigerian youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Katsina earmarks ₦4bn for women projects targeted at over 800,000 beneficiaries

The administration of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State, says it is expending the N4 billion to support women-focused read more Katsina earmarks ₦4bn for women projects targeted at over 800,000 beneficiaries

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17 h. ago Platnova expands global payment access with Apple Pay in Nigeria

Platnova has become the first Nigerian platform to support Apple Pay, marking a key development in the country’s digital finance read more Platnova expands global payment access with Apple Pay in Nigeria

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17 h. ago Doorcas Africa uses data to help Nigerian farmers prevent livestock deaths

As Nigeria works to improve food security and support rural livelihoods, a local startup is tackling one of the country’s read more Doorcas Africa uses data to help Nigerian farmers prevent livestock deaths

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21 h. ago High Costs, Economic Crunch Shrink ISP Subscriber Base To 289,000

The soaring subscription costs and Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions were instrumental to the sharp decline in active internet users relying on Internet Service Providers (ISPs), as new data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) shows total ISP subscriptions fell to 289,369 in Q1 2025, down from 307,946 in Q3 2024. The drop, which affected major […]

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23 h. ago Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC

From Abel Leonard, Lafia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Nasarawa State, which was intended to celebrate infrastructural milestones, has instead opened a new chapter in the state’s political narrative, Daily Sun’s investigation reveals. A remark made by the president during his address—that he would support any gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Governor Abdullahi Sule—has […] The post Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade

By Steve Agbota Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has unveiled MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, the 349-TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) vessel is expected to […] The post Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty

By Johnson Adebowale The Global Prolife Alliance (GPA) is seeking the attention of the National Assembly (NASS) through Hon. Chike Okafor, chairman, and members, House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, to what it called “biotech sponsorship of terrorism and the assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty.” The GPA made the submission to “expose how certain […] The post GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Lagos, Interswitch launch BIMS to transform healthcare delivery

By Doris Obinna African technology, Interswitch has partnered with the Lagos State Government to launch a new digital Blood Inventory Management System (BIMS) and revamped Lagos State Blood Transfusion Committee (LSBTC) website. This milestone, achieved in June 2025, is part of the Lagos State Health Information Platform (Lagos SHIP), a broader digital initiative powered by […] The post Lagos, Interswitch launch BIMS to transform healthcare delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Land governance in Africa creates tension during investment decisions

Nomboniso Gasa, director of the Land and Accountability Research Center at the University of Cape Town, says that land investments read more Land governance in Africa creates tension during investment decisions- Experts

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