7 h. ago FCTA Adopts Pathfinding Model To End Violence Against Children

The Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has said that it will adopt the pathfinding model to end violence against children across the territory. The Mandate Secretary, Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, stated t on Wednesday, on the sideline of the two-day ministerial-level Regional Meeting of the Pathfinding Global Alliance on Ending Violence […]

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7 h. ago FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement for the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN), targeting Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara to enhance agricultural value chains and farmers’ incomes. Co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development […] The post FG signs $158.15m deal for Northern Nigeria agricultural value chain programme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Ondo government denies selling farmers’ land to private firm

The Ondo State Government has denied claims by cocoa farmers in Odigbo Local Government Area that it sold their farmland read more Ondo government denies selling farmers’ land to private firm

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25 h. ago Cascador, Sterling Bank launches $2m funding for African entrepreneurs

Cascador, an annual program focused on developing Nigerian entrepreneurs who are scaling mission-driven companies, has inked a partnership deal with Sterling Bank to launch a funding model for Africa’s most promising ventures. Backed by a $2 million fund, the partnership introduces flexible financing for Cascador alumni; pairing low-interest debt with business mentorship, tailored repayment terms, […] The post Cascador, Sterling Bank launches $2m funding for African entrepreneurs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago 40 Years After, DSS Removes Arogundade’s Name From Watchlist

The Nigerian Chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI) has announced the removal of the name of the Executive Director of International Press Centre, Mr Lanre Arogundade, from the Department of State Security’s watchlist after about 40 years. IPI Nigeria President, Musikilu Mojeed, announced this in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, at the 3rd Nigerian Media […]

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35 h. ago Delta40, Nithio launch venture studio to drive entrepreneurship in Nigeria

Delta40, a venture capital fund investing in energy & mobility, agriculture & food systems, has partnered with Nithio – an read more Delta40, Nithio launch venture studio to drive entrepreneurship in Nigeria

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39 h. ago HURIWA backs AfDB’s Adesina verdicts on Nigeria’s economy, slams presidency 

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, (HURIWA) has told President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to stop berating the President of the African Development Bank(AFDB), Akinwunmi Adesina on his comparison of Nigerians’ poverty situation now and in the 1960s. Adesina, at the 20th anniversary dinner of investment firm Chapel Hill Denham in Lagos, […] The post HURIWA backs AfDB’s Adesina verdicts on Nigeria’s economy, slams presidency  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Taraba Deputy Gov Shielded From Public After 4 Months Medical Trip

The deputy governor of Taraba State, Alhaji Aminu Alkari, has been shielded from both the press and the public after returning from his four-month trip to Egypt to seek medical treatment. The deputy governor reportedly left Jalingo, Taraba State capital, on the 11th November 2024 for medications after he suffered from a partial stroke. LEADERSHIP […]

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44 h. ago Footwear firm Skechers acquired by 3G Capital in $9.4bn deal

Footwear giant Skechers has been acquired by a global investment company, 3G Capital, in a deal valued at $9.4 billion. read more Footwear firm Skechers acquired by 3G Capital in $9.4bn deal

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45 h. ago Court admits fresh evidence in N2.7bn fraud case against Sirika, ex

Justice S.C. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Maitama, on Monday admitted additional documents as evidence in read more Court admits fresh evidence in N2.7bn fraud case against Sirika, ex-Aviation Minister

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54 h. ago Gas Transition Reducing Cost Of Manufacturing In Nigeria, Says Firm

  Despite the consistent market demand for essential goods, Nigerian manufacturers face significant power challenges. However, transitioning from the unstable grid supply to gas plants, is helping manufacturers reduce the cost of doing business. Executive director at Kitchen Vegetable Oil, Ifeyinwa C. Udeagbala, said the high cost of grid power and the instability of the […]

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55 h. ago Budgit Seeks Stronger Ties With EFCC On Monitoring Of Capital Budget Implementation

Budgit has sought enhanced collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the area of federal and State governments’ budget implementation monitoring. The request was made on Friday, May 2, 2025, when Yahyala Kwaga, Group Head, Research and Policy Advisory, Open Government Partnership and Institutional Partnership (OGIP) led top officials of the organisation […]

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58 h. ago BudgIT seeks deeper collaboration with EFCC to monitor federal, state budgets

BudgIT has called for enhanced collaboration with the EFCC to improve the monitoring and implementation of capital projects. read more BudgIT seeks deeper collaboration with EFCC to monitor federal, state budgets

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64 h. ago NBA star Jaylen Brown donates $50m sneaker deal to support youth education and social justice

Jaylen Brown, a Boston Celtics star in the National Basketball Association (NBA), has reportedly donated $50 million from his sneaker read more NBA star Jaylen Brown donates $50m sneaker deal to support youth education and social justice

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65 h. ago Presidency refutes Adesina’s GDP per capita claims, cites data inaccuracies

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Presidency has rejected claims by outgoing African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr Akinwumi Adesina that Nigerians are worse off economically than in 1960, calling his figures inaccurate. Adesina claimed Nigeria’s GDP per capita was $1,847 in 1960, falling to $824 today, indicating declining living standards. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga […] The post Presidency refutes Adesina’s GDP per capita claims, cites data inaccuracies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Firm Drags Mamuda Beverages To Court, Demands N1.6bn Damages

A manufacturing company and producer of Fearless Energy Drinks have sought N1.6 billion damages from Mamuda Beverages Nigeria Limited, the makers of Pop Power Energy Drinks, over allegations bordering on trademark infringement. Rite Foods, in a fresh suit filed by its team of lawyers led by Oyetola Oshobi, SAN, and Boonyameen Lawal, SAN, also sought […]

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67 h. ago Positive Corporate Earnings Trigger N239bn Stock Market Gains In April

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) market capitalisation which represents the market value of all listed companies gained N239 billion in the month of April, 2025 as a result of positive corporate Earnings declared by some listed entities in the country. The overall market performance measure All-Share Index (ASI), which tracks the general market movement of all […]

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67 h. ago Afrinvest Raises N15bn Working Capital Through Commercial Paper

  Afrinvest (West Africa) Limited said, it is raising N15billion to support its short term funding requirements. The company issued its series 3 & 4 Commercial Paper Issuance of N15 billion under its N25 billion CP and scheduled to close on May 6, 2025. The proceeds from the CP will be used to support the […]

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67 h. ago Tech Innovation Thrives In Ogun As Charis Intelligence Emerges As A Top Coding School And Software Dev’t Firm

Charis Intelligence, a rising force in Nigeria’s tech education and software development scene, is making waves as one of the top coding schools and software engineering firms in Ogun State. With a mission to empower individuals and businesses through technology, the company offers comprehensive services that include web and mobile app development, alongside modern, practical […]

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3 d. ago Aruwa Capital eyes $50m fund to boost checks for women‑led startups

Women entrepreneurs in healthcare, fintech, clean energy and essential consumer goods are in line for bigger checks in growth investments from Lagos-based Aruwa Capital read more Aruwa Capital eyes $50m fund to boost checks for women‑led startups

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