6 h. ago Tennista Foundation offers junior tennis tournament winners, runner

By Bolaji Okunola Tennista Foundation has offered scholarships to the winners and runner-ups in both the boys and girls categories of its just-concluded maiden Junior Tennis Tournament. The tournament saw intense competition among 55 young athletes, displaying exceptional talents, grit and sportsmanship during the thrilling 4-day event, starting from the preliminaries to the final on […] The post Tennista Foundation offers junior tennis tournament winners, runner-ups scholarships appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Competition key to unlocking growth in downstream oil sector –Experts

By Adewale Sanyaolu   The Nigerian downstream petroleum sector is navigating one of its most challenging eras in recent history, marked by persistent underperformance and dwindling investor confidence that continue to cast a shadow over its potential. Indeed, consistent low margins have disrupted the market, forcing many to either shutdown or scale down operations in […] The post Competition key to unlocking growth in downstream oil sector –Experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago President Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa Utd protest against Nasarawa Utd

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked insinuations that it is unjustly protecting Nasarawa United in a petition filed by Bayelsa United over the two teams’ Round of 16 clash in the 2025 President Federation Cup competition. The encounter, which was played in Anyigba, Kogi State on Wednesday, April 16, saw the Prosperity Boys lose […] The post President Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa Utd protest against Nasarawa Utd appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago CBN’s FX market transformation attracts global investor confidence

Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) market having undergone a dramatic transformation under the current leadership of the Central Bank of Nigeria read more CBN’s FX market transformation attracts global investor confidence

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29 h. ago Easter: Group doles out foodstuffs to orphanage, elderly homes

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A group, Uromi Like Minds Initiative, has donated essential foodstuffs, medical supplies, personal hygiene materials, and modest financial aid to orphanages and elderly homes in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. Addressing reporters at the event, Mr Sylvester Ezehi, Chairman of the Welfare Committee of ULMI, described […] The post Easter: Group doles out foodstuffs to orphanage, elderly homes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago UI freshman wins National Oratory Award, to represent Nigeria in London

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Israel Bolarinwa, a 100-level student of Arts and Social Sciences Education at the University of Ibadan, won the National Oratory Award on April 5. The freshman’s victory came at the grand finale of the 2025 Young Orators competition, held at the Townhouse Hotel, Iyaganku, Ibadan. Sponsored by the Peat Phillips Foundation, […] The post UI freshman wins National Oratory Award, to represent Nigeria in London appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Higher FX inflows coming as CBN drives export products competitiveness in global markets

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is taking strategic measures to support Nigerian businesses in enhancing their competitiveness through capacity read more Higher FX inflows coming as CBN drives export products competitiveness in global markets

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31 h. ago Full implementation of PIA is essential for more competitive, investor

Amina Danmadami, a chemical engineer at Nigeria Midstream Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority is the Council Chair, Society of Petroleum Engineers read more Full implementation of PIA is essential for more competitive, investor-friendly environment – Danmadami

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33 h. ago Resilience: Alexander Odhiambo’s path to success in Africa’s Business Heroes competition

In entrepreneurship, resilience usually makes the difference between winning and losing. Alexander Odhiambo, who co-founded and leads Solutech Limited, exemplifies read more Resilience: Alexander Odhiambo’s path to success in Africa’s Business Heroes competition

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34 h. ago Okpebholo vows to implement death penalty bill on kidnappers in Edo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has said that kidnappers caught in Edo State would face the death penalty, specifically by read more Okpebholo vows to implement death penalty bill on kidnappers in Edo

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35 h. ago Ohanaeze election impasse: Bayelsa declares Odunukwe president

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa Bayelsa State government has put to rest the controversy trailing the election of the President of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Bayelsa State with the declaration of Dr Frank Odunukwe as the President-Elect. The declaration followed the decision to uphold and implement the report submitted by the Chief Collins Cocodia committee set up to […] The post Ohanaeze election impasse: Bayelsa declares Odunukwe president-elect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Easter: Akpabio urges perpetrators of violence to embrace peace, calls for unity

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   Senate President Godswill Akpabio has appealed to those behind violent attacks and killings across Nigeria to respect the sanctity of human life and abandon their evil ways, saying peace is essential for the nation’s progress. In his Easter message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme […] The post Easter: Akpabio urges perpetrators of violence to embrace peace, calls for unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Airlines Suspend Flights To Enugu Airport As FAAN Shuts Runway For Repair

Air Peace and Ibom Air Airlines have suspended operations at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu following its closure by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) for essential runway maintenance works. LEADERSHIP gathered that the airport would be temporarily closed from April 22nd to May 6th, 2025, during the repairs. In a statement by FAAN […]

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62 h. ago Nigeria Faces Economic Uncertainty Amid Global, Domestic Challenges – IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that Nigeria’s economic future remains uncertain, even as the country implements broad reforms aimed at stabilizing its fiscal and monetary systems. After concluding its 2025 Article IV Consultations with Nigerian authorities, the IMF acknowledged progress in areas such as halting Central Bank deficit financing, eliminating fuel subsidies, and […] The post Nigeria Faces Economic Uncertainty Amid Global, Domestic Challenges – IMF appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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63 h. ago British High Commission boosts Nigeria Rugby with equipment donation

In a landmark gesture aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and promoting sports development, the British High Commission has made a generous donation of jerseys, boots, rugby balls, and other essential equipment to the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF). The initiative is part of a strategic partnership with UK-based charity, SOS Kit Aid, known for supporting […] The post British High Commission boosts Nigeria Rugby with equipment donation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago LCCI urges businesses to improve competitiveness in global market

inducts 43 firms The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has urged operators of small and medium size businesses read more LCCI urges businesses to improve competitiveness in global market

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3 d. ago ISA Places Nigeria As Major Player In 4th Industrial Revolution – Experts

Experts have said that the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 has made Nigeria a major player in the fourth Industrial Revolution. This new reality was the focus of conversations at the Digital Asset Markets Strategy Masterclass Series held in Lagos, where experts and policymakers commended the government on implementing the ISA. In March 2025, […]

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3 d. ago Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price

By Adewale Sanyaolu Hopes of a swift drop in the retail price of petrol were dashed yesterday as Dangote’s key fuel retail partners- MRS, AP, Heyden and three others, failed to implement a renewed deal of N890 per litre petrol price. Dangote Petroleum Refinery had on Wednesday announced a fresh pact with its key partners: […] The post Motorists frustrated as Dangote’s partners fail to drop petrol price appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tech Entrepreneur Urges Young Africans To Set Goals, Create Opportunities

Nigerian-born tech entrepreneur and investor, Oyemonlan Benjamin Oseoje, has emphasised the importance of goal-setting and proactive planning as essential traits for contemporary entrepreneurs hoping to achieve success in today’s fast-paced business landscape. . Speaking on the mindset required to succeed, he said, “To be a go-getter, you must at first be a goal-setter.” He urged […]

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3 d. ago Panic in Akwa Poly as ASUP announces strike action over minimum wage

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), alongside the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Polytechnics (SSANIP), have declared a strike at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, causing tension among students and staff. The Joint Council Unions cited the non-implementation of the ₦80,000 minimum wage and […] The post Panic in Akwa Poly as ASUP announces strike action over minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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