3 h. ago Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Medical experts have expressed growing concern over the increasing threats to newborn and child health in Nigeria and across parts of West Africa, citing socio-economic and cultural challenges that continue to undermine survival rates. The warning was issued yesterday during a virtual media review on Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health in […] The post Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. 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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6 h. ago MAAUN Founder Hails Kano Gov For Appointing Gwarzo As Sa’adatu Rimi COE Provost

The Founder and President of MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has hailed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, over his choice of Dr. Kabiru Ahmad Gwarzo as the new Provost of Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, Kumbotso, in Kano State. The commendation was contained in a statement personally signed by Prof. Gwarzo and released […]

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9 h. ago Windstorm: Delta warns residents against indiscriminate tree felling 

Delta State Government has warned residents of the state against indiscriminate felling of trees, following a devastating windstorm, heavy rainfall, and hailstones that occurred on Tuesday in the Okpe Local Government Area of the state. The state Commissioner for Environment, Ejiro Jamani, made this known on Thursday while paying an on-the-spot assessment visit to the Read More

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10 h. ago Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has praised Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives, for establishing an ad hoc committee to oversee the state of emergency in Rivers State. In a letter dated April 16, PANDEF National Chairman Godknows Igali commended the House leadership’s decision, particularly for its oversight […] The post Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. 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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11 h. ago Women minister hails historic female leadership of Anele in Army, Abudu in global media

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a landmark moment for women’s advancement in Nigeria, Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has congratulated Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia on her historic appointment as the Nigerian Army’s Acting Director of Public Relations—the first woman ever to hold the position in the institution’s over 50-year history. The minister also […] The post Women minister hails historic female leadership of Anele in Army, Abudu in global media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Intreensic launches new payment courses, opens admissions to empower African professionals

Intreensic, a leading payments education and advisory group dedicated to bridging the talent gap in Africa’s burgeoning payments and fintech sectors, announced the launch of its extensive suite of courses. These programs are meticulously designed to equip both individual professionals and organizations with the crucial skills and in-depth knowledge required to thrive in the rapidly […] The post Intreensic launches new payment courses, opens admissions to empower African professionals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Landmark Nike Lake Resort seeks professionals, partners to join its team

Landmark Nike Lake Resort, Enugu, a new subsidiary of Landmark Africa Group, is currently in the is seeking professionals and read more Landmark Nike Lake Resort seeks professionals, partners to join its team

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14 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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17 h. ago Africa tired of being poor, Adesina seeks end to raw commodity exports

The President of the African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has called on African nations to put an end to the export of raw materials if the continent is to overcome poverty and underdevelopment. According to data from the Office of US Trade Representative and other multilateral institutions, Africa accounts for less than 2 per Read More

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21 h. ago Shedrack Hazoume at 40: Reflecting on Legacy and the Rise of TBR Africa

From humble beginnings to helming one of Africa’s fastest-growing fashion brands, Shedrack Hazoume’s 40th birthday is more than a personal read more Shedrack Hazoume at 40: Reflecting on Legacy and the Rise of TBR Africa

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21 h. ago AREWA24 appoints Celestine Umeibe CEO to drive growth, innovation

AREWA24, the foremost 24/7 Hausa language family entertainment and lifestyle television network and production studio in Nigeria and West Africa, read more AREWA24 appoints Celestine Umeibe CEO to drive growth, innovation

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21 h. ago Firstbank, Eko Hotel partner to drive creative excellence with Easter musical “The Jewel”

FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a foremost financial inclusion service provider, has partnered with Eko Hotel to read more Firstbank, Eko Hotel partner to drive creative excellence with Easter musical “The Jewel”

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23 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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26 h. ago Atiku hails Arsenal’s unity, says victory comes through coalition

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has drawn inspiration from English Premier League club, Arsenal FC, to emphasise the importance of unity and consolidation in coalition politics. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, Atiku praised Arsenal’s Read More

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30 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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30 h. ago Rack Centre’s LGS2 12MW facility to drive Nigeria’s digital revolution –Mgt

The newly commissioned LGS2 12MW IT Load Data Centre built by Rack Centre-West Africa’s leading Tier III carrier and cloud neutral data centre, has been described as the best-in-class and a game changer that would revolutionise Nigeria’s digital landscape. The Chairman, Rack Centre, Maher Jarmakani, disclosed this during the official commissioning of the data centre […] The post Rack Centre’s LGS2 12MW facility to drive Nigeria’s digital revolution –Mgt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago “America Under Trump Feels Like A Nigerian Government” — Chimamanda Adichie

Award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has taken a swipe at the administration of President Donald Trump in the United States, comparing it to the corrupt democratic systems often seen in Africa. The renowned writer said the Trump administration reminds her of how a Nigerian government operates. READ MORE: Mi Abaga Pays Tribute To Plateau Victims, […] The post “America Under Trump Feels Like A Nigerian Government” — Chimamanda Adichie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday advanced their partnership in the solid minerals sector during a technical working session in Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, hosted South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, to discuss mining sector cooperation. Alake emphasised that collaboration between […] The post Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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