84 m. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FRSC, NSCDC Mobilize Over 2,000 Officers Across Edo For Easter Festivities

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State have jointly deployed 2,300 personnel to maintain peace and order during the Easter celebration. In separate statements released on Thursday in Benin City, the FRSC Sector Commander, Cyril Mathew, and NSCDC State Commandant, Agun Gbenga, confirmed that […] The post FRSC, NSCDC Mobilize Over 2,000 Officers Across Edo For Easter Festivities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigeria’s feed, fodder sector offers $1bn investment opportunity — AU

The African Union Inter-Africa Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) says Nigeria’s Feed and Fodder sector offers an investment opportunity worth read more Nigeria’s feed, fodder sector offers $1bn investment opportunity — AU

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5 h. ago Makinde, Adeleke Wade Into Boundary Dispute Between Oyo, Osun Communities

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, and his Osun State counterpart, Senator Ademola Adeleke have waded into the incessant border clashes between Lagelu and Iwo local governments areas of both states. The two governors have launched peace moves ahead of the release of the report of the National Boundary Commission. Both governors met over the […]

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6 h. ago The Dangers Of Abandoning The Moulding Of Public Opinions In Nigeria To Social Media Influencers

In the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionized the way information is In the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionized the way information is disseminated and consumed. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become dominant spaces where narratives are formed, challenged, and reshaped daily. In […]

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6 h. ago The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

Introduction The fourth quarter of 2024 ushered in the fastest economic growth observed in three years for Nigeria’s economy. The read more The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

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8 h. ago Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

The Federal Government has announced a major mining investment deal projected to inject $1.3 billion into Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, read more Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

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9 h. ago Reps Demand Crackdown On Masterminds Of ₦1.3tr CBEX Crypto Scam

The House of Representatives on Thursday expressed deep concern over reports of the crash of a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme – CBEX, calling for an urgent crackdown by all security agencies on the perpetrators of the economic crime. LEADERSHIP recalls that the scheme has trapped over ₦1.3 trillion belonging to thousands of Nigerians. Chairman, House […]

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9 h. ago CBEX: Investors hospitalised following trading platform crash

Over 27 people are reportedly receiving treatment in various hospitals after digital asset trading platform CBEX crashed earlier this week. Nigerians who invested in CBEX continue to bemoan their losses after the Ponzi scheme allegedly swept more than N1.3 trillion from investors’ accounts on Monday. One of the victims named Sherif Latifu, who resides in […] The post CBEX: Investors hospitalised following trading platform crash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Insights From Industry Experts: How Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Can Drive Economic Growth, Emphasizing The Role of International Partnerships and Content Export

The entertainment sector can be a significant driving factor behind a country’s economic growth. People enjoy watching content, having movie read more Insights From Industry Experts: How Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Can Drive Economic Growth, Emphasizing The Role of International Partnerships and Content Export

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10 h. ago Low margins, liquidity crunch put Nigeria’s downstream oil sector under pressure

The financial health of Nigeria’s downstream oil sector is coming under fresh scrutiny. Despite robust revenue growth across leading players, read more Low margins, liquidity crunch put Nigeria’s downstream oil sector under pressure

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10 h. ago Mbah visit Christian Chukwu’s family, pledges to immortalise football icon

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has pledged to immortalise the former Nigerian footballer and coach, Christian Chukwu. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the former Enugu Rangers and Super Eagles coach died at the age of 74 on Saturday, at the Niger Foundation hospital in Enugu. The governor, who pledged when he paid a Read More

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13 h. ago Killings: Peter Obi hails northern traditional rulers over stance

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has commended the northern traditional rulers for speaking out against renewed killings in parts of the region. Daily Sun reports that the Northern Traditional Ruler’s Council held its 7th Executive Committee Meeting in Maiduguri, Borno State on Tuesday. The traditional rulers came […] The post Killings: Peter Obi hails northern traditional rulers over stance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Neymar suffers injury setback 34 minutes into comeback encounter

Neymar Jr. sustained an injury 34 minutes into his comeback match for Santos in the Brasileirão, as revealed by transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. The development is another huge blow for the club as the Brazilian football star’s career has been marred by a series of injuries in recent years. Reporting on Neymar’s latest injury, Romano […] The post Neymar suffers injury setback 34 minutes into comeback encounter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nigeria needs 2,000 actuaries to support financial sector — FRC

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria has emphasised the need for at least 2,000 actuaries to support the country’s financial sector growth. The PUNCH Online reports that currently, Nigeria has only 28 qualified actuaries, which is grossly inadequate for a nation of its size. The Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of FRC, Dr Rabiu Olowo, stated Read More

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15 h. ago Neymar suffers fresh injury blow 34 minutes into Santos comeback

Brazilian football star, Neymar Jr., has suffered yet another injury setback, just 34 minutes into his return for Santos in the Brasileirão, according to transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. “Neymar Jr leaves the pitch with a new injury as Santos started him tonight in the Brasileirão. After 34 minutes, Neymar has been subbed off,” Romano reported Read More

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17 h. ago Enugu in forefront of gaming conversation in Nigeria – ESGC boss

•State ready to host 2025 Gaming Conference From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu Enugu State has taken a leap from obscurity to the forefront of conversations in the gaming sector in Nigeria. This followed intentional actions taken by the Enugu State Gaming Commission in the last one and a half years, in line with Governor Peter Mbah’s […] The post Enugu in forefront of gaming conversation in Nigeria – ESGC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago FG Targets $74bn Agriculture Growth With New Livestock Policy

The Federal Government has moved to validate the National Animal Feed and Fodder Policy as part of a broader strategy to grow Nigeria’s agricultural sector from $32 billion to $74 billion by 2035. Speaking at the official flag-off of the policy validation workshop in Abuja, the minister of livestock development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, said the […]

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19 h. ago Otukpo Killings: Mark Condemns Renewed Attacks, Urges Vigilance

Former Senate President David Mark has strongly condemned the recent attacks on communities in Benue State, particularly in Otukpo and Ado local government areas, where suspected armed herdsmen reportedly killed no fewer than 15 people on Tuesday night. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by his special adviser on Media, Paul Mumeh, […]

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20 h. ago Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners

By Adewale Sanyaolu Dangote Petroleum Refinery yesterday announced a fresh deal with its key retail partners, reducing petrol pump retail price from N920 to N890 per litre. Daily Sun had exclusively reported on Tuesday the reversal of a fuel price cut arrangement earlier announced by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and its three key fuel retail partners […] The post Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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