20 h. ago GITEX to attract investors, boost startup ecosystem – NITDA DG

Nigeria is set to host its premier global tech event, GITEX Nigeria, with expectations of attracting over 1,000 startups and international investors, further establishing the country as a hub for digital talent. After a decade of sustained efforts, the tech agency secured the bid to host the event, which is scheduled for September 1-4, 2025, Read More

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3 d. ago FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The newly enacted Investments and Securities Act, 2025 (ISA 2025) has made it illegal to operate digital asset exchanges or online foreign exchange trading platforms without formal registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Signed into law by President Bola Tinubu, ISA 2025 significantly strengthens the regulatory framework governing Nigeria’s […] The post FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Firm Moves Secure Digital Future Through Innovation, Entrepreneurship

The maiden edition of Tech Symposium Africa seeks to bring together top industry leaders, policymakers, tech innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore how technology and digital entrepreneurship can drive Nigeria-Africa’s economic transformation. With the theme “Building a Secure Digital Future Through Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship,” the symposium will address critical issues such as cybercrime, digital transformation, […]

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2 w. ago Collaboration key to advancing pharmacy practice, says ACPN chair

The Chairman, Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter, Tolu Ajayi, has said the future of pharmacy depends on embracing innovation, fostering collaboration, and prioritising sustainability. A statement on Tuesday by ACPN said at the 2025 Continuing Education Conference in Lagos, themed “Transforming Community Pharmacy Practice through Collaboration, Research and Innovation,” Ajayi revealed Read More

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2 w. ago Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

…says Bodo attack on pipeline was clear sabotage With bombings and attacks on oil facilities in Rivers State in the read more Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

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2 w. ago Surveillance Firm Moves To Avert More Pipeline Explosions In Niger Delta

Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), the firm responsible for securing the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP), has began moves to avert further explosions of the pipeline, which supplies crude oil to the Bonny oil terminal in Rivers State. To this end, the firm has scheduled its stakeholders engagement with all communities and relevant stakeholders on the […]

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2 w. ago Senate moves to block sale of Lafarge Cement to Chinese firm

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has directed the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPE), to immediately halt the planned sale of Lafarge Cement Plc to a Chinese company. The move according to the Senate, is to protect national security and economic sovereignty. It also mandated its Committees on Capital Market, Trade and Investment and Securities […] The post Senate moves to block sale of Lafarge Cement to Chinese firm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senate moves to block sale of Lafarge Cement to Chinese firm over national security, economic concerns

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   In a bid to protect national security and economic sovereignty, the Senate has directed the Bureau of Public Procurement to immediately halt the planned sale of Lafarge Cement Plc to a Chinese company. It also mandated its Committees on Capital Market, Trade and Investment and Securities and Exchange Commission to […] The post Senate moves to block sale of Lafarge Cement to Chinese firm over national security, economic concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago More Nigerians trust digital payments, but security concerns remain — Report

Nigerians are embracing digital payments at an unprecedented rate, with a new Visa-commissioned study revealing increased trust and proactive security read more More Nigerians trust digital payments, but security concerns remain — Report

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3 w. ago ASF France Trains Journalists, Security Agents On Digital Rights

Country director of Avocats Sans Frontiers (ASF) France, Angela Uwandu Uzoma-Iwuchukwu,  has called for the establishment of comprehensive digital rights legislation tailored to address the nuances of cybersecurity. She made the call during a two-day training session held in Abuja. The session was organised by Advocta Sans Frontieres Franc in collaboration with the Centre for […]

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3 w. ago Firm moves to reduce farmers’ losses with innovative machine

An engineering firm, Teco Group, has concluded plans to unveil a new palm oil processing machine designed to improve efficiency and profitability for small-scale processors. The Executive Director of Teco Group, Funmi Babatunde-Dada, in a statement on Monday, explained that the machine processes up to 500 kilograms of palm fruit per hour and its simple Read More

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3 w. ago Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Leading The Future Of Agribusiness

In an industry long dominated by men, women are breaking barriers, challenging conventions, and proving themselves as formidable leaders in agribusiness worldwide. Today, female entrepreneurs are driving the future of agriculture with bold innovations, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on growth and empowerment. From Nigeria’s vast farmlands to the vineyards of Lebanon and the […]

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4 w. ago ‘Nigeria’s growth hinges on digital innovation, youth talent’

By Chinenye Anuforo   The future of Nigeria’s economic growth depends on harnessing digital innovation and empowering its youth, the technical adviser on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Capital to the minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Francis Sani has affirmed. Sani, at the opening of Darey.io/XTERNS Tech Hub, over the weekend, in Lagos, emphasized the […] The post ‘Nigeria’s growth hinges on digital innovation, youth talent’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Nigeria’s Growth Hinges On Digital Innovation, Youth Talent – Adviser

The future of Nigeria’s economic growth depends on harnessing digital innovation and empowering its youth, the technical adviser on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Capital to the minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Francis Sani has affirmed. Sani, at the opening of Darey.io/XTERNS Tech Hub, in Lagos, emphasised the crucial role of young Nigerians in shaping […]

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