12 h. ago Shettima, Others Call For Financial Market Transformation In Africa, Middle

Vice President Kashim Shettima and other stakeholders have urged African capital markets to embrace digital transformation and enhance regional integration to create a financial system that is more efficient, accessible, and resilient. They made this call at the 2025 Conference of the Africa and Middle East Depositories Association, organised by the Central Securities Clearing System […]

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14 h. ago Nigeria’s power crisis deepens as Geregu, Transcorp gas debts hit N216bn

Nigeria’s persistent power sector woes are worsening, with fresh data showing that Geregu and Transcorp Power now owe gas suppliers read more Nigeria’s power crisis deepens as Geregu, Transcorp gas debts hit N216bn

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17 h. ago 14 Years On, Instant Payment Transforms Lives, Businesses In Northern Nigeria

A 42-year-old textile dealer in Bauchi, Adamu Yusuf, reached for his smartphone with anxiety and anticipation on a sweltering afternoon. Earlier, a customer had left his shop, promising to send money for a bulk order. Minutes later, a ping confirmed the transfer. Yusuf exhaled, his face breaking into a smile. “I can’t imagine life and […]

Economics

23 h. ago Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a bid to prevent more Nigerians from falling victims to Ponzi schemes, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it conducted a sensitization campaign at Wuse Market on Friday. Led by its Director General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC team distributed informational flyers and engaged traders on the risks associated […] The post Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Osun 2026: Market men, women endorse Adeleke for second term

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Market men and women under the association of Babalojas and Iyalojas of Osogbo and Olorunda Local Government Areas of Osun State, have endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term. They called on traders across the state to unite and be ready to ensure re-election of Adeleke to enable him continue […] The post Osun 2026: Market men, women endorse Adeleke for second term appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago FX, Money Market dominate as FMDQ secondary market turnover hits N58.20trn

Foreign Exchange (FX) and Money Market (MM) transactions dominated secondary market activity, jointly accounting for 70.35 percent of the total read more FX, Money Market dominate as FMDQ secondary market turnover hits N58.20trn

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30 h. ago Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex

Former member of the House of Representatives, Usman Bugaje, has lamented over recent defections from Peoples Democratic Party to ruling All Progressives Congress. Bugaje expressed concern over what he described as monetisation of politics and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy. According to him, those in opposition with records in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, […] The post Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex- Lawmaker Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Economics

32 h. ago Global market turbulence tests Nigeria’s ambitious 2025 spending plan

Six months ago, an article titled “Why Nigeria’s bold budget projections could backfire” was published by BusinessDay. It flagged a read more Global market turbulence tests Nigeria’s ambitious 2025 spending plan

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32 h. ago Africa and Middle East leverage financial market infrastructure to forge new frontier

Bolstered by shared histories and burgeoning economic ties, Africa and the Middle East are setting their sights on becoming the read more Africa and Middle East leverage financial market infrastructure to forge new frontier

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33 h. ago Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched

By Chinenye Anuforo A cybersecurity incident has targeted MTN Group, leading to unauthorized access of personal information belonging to some customers across certain markets. The telecom giant, however, assures that its main operational structures, including network, billing, and financial platforms, are secure and fully functioning. The company also confirmed that its Nigerian operations were not […] The post Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Africa Re grows profit to $132bn on market expansion, new business acquisition

The African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re) in the 2024 financial year recorded a Gross Written Premium of $ 1.214 billion, read more Africa Re grows profit to $132bn on market expansion, new business acquisition

Economics

35 h. ago Ponzi: Report Any Suspected Illegal Investment Schemes, SEC Urges Nigerians

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged Nigerians to report any suspected illegal investment schemes to the commission for proper investigation and necessary action. In a notice issued yesterday, the SEC warned the investing public about the significant dangers posed by Ponzi investment schemes, which threaten the growth of the capital market. In its […]

Politics

35 h. ago Foreign Dominance: Shipowner Demands Waiver Clause Removal In Cabotage Trade

A foremost Shipowner, Tunji Brown, has called for the removal of the waiver clause and replaced it with a right of first refusal provision to ensure local Shipowners have a fair opportunity to compete for contracts. Speaking to LEADERSHIP, the former secretary general and member of the Board of Nigerian Shipowners Association (NISA), expressed concern […]

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45 h. ago Over 54% of Lagos students fail 2024 WAEC, says Commissioner

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos State Government has revealed that 54.3% of students who took the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) failed, with only 45.7% achieving credit passes in English Language and Mathematics. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun announced this during a ministerial briefing on Thursday, marking the […] The post Over 54% of Lagos students fail 2024 WAEC, says Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Legend Internet listing boosts NGX market capitalisation by N11.28bn

Legend Internet Plc, Nigeria’s leading last-mile fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband provider, has listed 2 billion ordinary shares at N5.64 per share read more Legend Internet listing boosts NGX market capitalisation by N11.28bn

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49 h. ago NGX rallies further by 0.73% as investors buy Nestle, Lafarge, others

…investors exchange 6.5m shares of Legend Internet after listing Nigeria’s stock market rallied further by 0.73 percent on Thursday as read more NGX rallies further by 0.73% as investors buy Nestle, Lafarge, others

Economics

51 h. ago EFCC arraigns Lexicon Multiconcept Media CEO for N459m fraud

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Osabohem Alex Ologbosele, CEO of Lexicon Multiconcept Media Limited, his company, and employee Augustine Osas Iyoha before Justice E. Akpan of the Federal High Court in Abuja. They face six amended charges of fraud, obtaining under false pretences, and money laundering involving […] The post EFCC arraigns Lexicon Multiconcept Media CEO for N459m fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Nigerian Historical Epic ‘Osamede’ To Premiere At Cannes Film Market

Nigerian historical fantasy ‘OSAMEDE’ will screen at the 2025 Cannes Film Market on May 17 at the Pavillon Afriques, marking a significant milestone for Nigerian cinema on the international stage. Directed by Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) winner James Omokwe (Chetam, Ajoche, Riona, Itura) and executive produced by investment and finance veteran Lilian Olubi, […]

Culture

52 h. ago 2025’s Best Online Casinos for Real Money – Top 10 Casino Sites, Rated by Experts

Online casinos are a lot like those dive bars you hear about: some can lead to the time of your life, while others might haunt your experience for eternity. But since we know it’s not easy to separate the wheat from the chaff, our team dug the vast trenches of the Internet, looking to track […] The post 2025’s Best Online Casinos for Real Money – Top 10 Casino Sites, Rated by Experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Fraud: SEC urges Nigerians to report suspicious investment schemes

From Chukwuma Umeorah The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged Nigerians to report suspected illegal investment schemes for investigation and enforcement action. In a Thursday notice, the SEC warned that Ponzi schemes threaten the capital market’s growth and stability, highlighting risks from illegal investment operations and unregistered digital asset platforms. The advisory follows the […] The post Fraud: SEC urges Nigerians to report suspicious investment schemes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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