29 m. ago Ponzi scams: CBEX crash highlights need for public awareness, investment regulation

They come with different names but their configuration remains the same, and every time Nigerians fall for them, losing millions of naira in the process. In this piece, OLUWAKEMI ABIMBOLA explores Ponzi schemes that promise wealth but deliver tears and heartbreak to unsuspecting clients “I was sure that CBEX was my breakthrough,” said Adekemi Fakoya, Read More

Events

88 m. ago Tighten your sanctions compliance framework, CBN orders banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a fresh regulatory directive to banks, payment service banks, and fintech companies, warning them to tighten their sanctions compliance frameworks or face enforcement actions. In a circular dated April 17, 2025, signed by Amonia Opusunju for the Director, Compliance Department, the apex bank reminded all financial institutions of Read More

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5 h. ago The writer and his audiences: Jerry Alagbaoso and digital natives

By Henry Akubuiro Zoomers, iGeneration, Centennials, Post-Millennials, Generation Z: they mean one thing – individuals born between 1997 and 2012. They are also called digital natives, having grown up with the internet and immersed in various new technologies in the 21st century. They grew up with smartphones and iPads. If you hide anything anywhere on […] The post The writer and his audiences: Jerry Alagbaoso and digital natives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Redeemer’s varsity scientist makes Time 100 world’s most influential people

Prof Christian Happi of the Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun, has been ranked among the 100 world’s most influential people by the Time Magazine annual ranking. This was contained in a statement by Deputy Director, Corporate Affairs of the university, Mr Adetunji Adeleye, on Thursday in Osogbo. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Happi is Read More

Science

10 h. ago 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu

Minister of Power, Adedayo Adelabu, has claimed that 150 million Nigerians now have access to uninterrupted electricity, while 80 million still lack reliable power. Speaking on Thursday during the 2025 Ministerial Sectoral Update Conference in Abuja, Adelabu explained that the country  is making significant progress in power generation and distribution. He attributed the feat to […] The post 150 Million Nigerians Now Have Access To Stable Power Supply – Adelabu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

13 h. ago Power Generation Hits Historic 6,003mw Under Tinubu — Minister

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said that Nigeria achieved a remarkable power generation capacity of 6,003 megawatts on March 2, 2025, under the administration of President Bola Tinubu — marking the highest level ever recorded in the country’s history. According to him, the feat was followed by a peak generation evacuation of 5,801.44 […]

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16 h. ago Buhari now a ‘Mecca’; Ibas on the firing line, and normalisation of bloodshed in Nigeria?

A lot is going on in the Nigerian political space. The chain visit of the opposition and the ruling party read more Buhari now a ‘Mecca’; Ibas on the firing line, and normalisation of bloodshed in Nigeria?

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17 h. ago Pinheiro calls for charter status, stronger constitution to reposition NANTA as global force

At the 49th Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), Professor Kemi Pinheiro, delivered a read more Pinheiro calls for charter status, stronger constitution to reposition NANTA as global force

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20 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Health Insurance Agency Targets 200,000 Residents In 1 Year

The Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency (AKSHIA) has been named the Fastest Growing Agency in Health Care Coverage for 2025 by the Institute of Health Insurance and Managed Care, in recognition of its rapid strides towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the country The award was presented at a ceremony held on Tuesday […]

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20 h. ago Only 200 South East youths registered for Army recruitment – Official

The Leader, Army Force Headquarters Recruitment Sensitisation Team, Anambra, Brig.-Gen. Chima Ekeator, says only 200 youths from the South-East have registered for the ongoing Army recruitment in the country. Ekeator made the disclosure at a sensitisation organised for youth leaders and President-Generals (P-Gs) of different communities in the state. He said there was a need Read More

Politics

20 h. ago NAAT Threatens Strike Over FG’s ‘Selective’ Earned Allowance Disbursement

The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has threatened to withdraw its services over what it describes as the federal government’s selective and discriminatory handling of earned allowance payments within the university system. In a communique issued after its 58th regular National Executive Council (NEC), the union warned that such actions threatened the fragile industrial […]

Events

24 h. ago Chinese, Nigerian face trial for illegal wildlife possession

The Nigeria Customs Service has arraigned a Chinese national, Zheng Chao Hong (also known as Zheng Gaopeng), and a Nigerian woman, Amaka Marcus, over illegal possession of 7,200 kilogrammes of pangolin scales. The duo were brought before Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court, in Lagos on a three-count charge bordering on conspiracy, unlawful Read More

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33 h. ago Niger: EFCC seizes cars, fetish beads from 40 suspected internet fraudsters

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Bida and Minna, Niger State, on Tuesday, April 15. EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, reported that items recovered included three cars, eight power generating sets, one Hisense air conditioner, two […] The post Niger: EFCC seizes cars, fetish beads from 40 suspected internet fraudsters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths

From Daniel Kanu Dr Philips Nto, Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to become billionaires, tapping into the N14 trillion lost annually to post-harvest mismanagement. Speaking during a visit by the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Abia State Chapter, […] The post Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Cargo traffic returns as TTP, agents tackle ticket racketeers

By Steve Agbota As cargo traffic returns to Tin Can and Apapa ports, Trucks Transit Park (TTP) Limited, the Nigeria Customs Service and licensed agents have moved to tackle the black market and racketeers of the Eto call-up system. Findings by TheSun.ng showed that there is rampant racketeering surrounding the Eto e-call-up system, causing persistent […] The post Cargo traffic returns as TTP, agents tackle ticket racketeers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Transport

37 h. ago “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa

Human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has called on Nigerian Bar Association to refund the N300 million received from Rivers State Government as support for its Annual General Conference. In a statement on Tuesday, Adegboruwa expressed dismay over the development that the state government, under suspended Governor, Sim Fubara disbursed a large sum to the NBA. […] The post “Prevent NBA From Embarrassment, Refund N300m Rivers Money Immediately” – Adegboruwa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Customs generate ₦190bn, seize ₦10.2bn illegal goods in three months

The Nigerian Customs Service, Area 2 Command in Onne, Rivers State, said it generated over ₦190 billion in revenue during the first quarter of 2025. The Command revealed that during the period under review, its officers seized 20 containers of contraband items illegally imported into the country, valued at over ₦10.2 billion. The Customs Area Read More

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38 h. ago AI Blocked 5.1bn Harmful Adverts In 2024, Suspended 39m Accounts — Report

Google’s 2024 Ads Safety Report has revealed how artificial intelligence (AI) is now a frontline defense against harmful online content, blocking 5.1 billion ads, restricting 9.1 billion more, and suspending over 39 million advertiser accounts. The crackdown comes as scams become more sophisticated, with many leveraging AI-generated content or impersonating public figures. Google’s advanced AI […]

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39 h. ago Explainer: What to know about NISO, TSP following TCN unbundling

The unbundling of Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission in 2024 gave rise to the read more Explainer: What to know about NISO, TSP following TCN unbundling

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39 h. ago Local investors begin to dominate Africa’s startup funding scene

African investors emerged as the largest group of active participants in the continent’s venture capital (VC) space in 2024, accounting read more Local investors begin to dominate Africa’s startup funding scene

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