5 h. ago FRC, NADP decry shortage of actuarial professionals in Nigeria

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and the Nigerian Actuarial Development Programme have raised concerns over the severe shortage of actuarial professionals in the country, warning that the gap poses risks to credible financial reporting in key sectors such as insurance, banking, and healthcare. Speaking at an event on Thursday themed “Building Capacity for Actuarial Read More

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5 h. ago Kwara govt launches $57.2m livestock project for agricultural transformation

Tribune Online Kwara govt launches $57.2m livestock project for agricultural transformation The Kwara State government has embarked on an agricultural transformation initiative aimed at boosting livestock production and promoting rural development. Kwara govt launches $57.2m livestock project for agricultural transformation Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Nexus Soccer Academy partners with Austrian club for football growth

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Nexus Soccer Academy in Kano State has signed a deal with SK Bischofshofen from Austria to boost football development. The agreement focuses on growing the sport in Nigeria. Jamil Abdussalam signed for Nexus Soccer Academy, while Patrick Reiter signed for SK Bischofshofen. Both leaders sealed the partnership officially. Abdussalam shared a […] The post Nexus Soccer Academy partners with Austrian club for football growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago BREAKING: Petition For Recall Of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Fails Constitutional Test — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the petition at its disposal to recall the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, from the 10th Senate, has not met the relevant requirement of the law. In a terse alert posted on its verified Facebook page on Thursday afternoon, INEC wrote: “The petition for the […]

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7 h. ago Coronation Group equips 1,000 Lagos students with financial skills

Coronation Group has empowered over 1,000 students in Lagos with financial literacy skills, noting that the move is aimed at equipping students with essential financial knowledge, foster responsible money management and long-term wealth-building habits. Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Coronation Group, Wole Onasanya on Thursday said, Read More

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7 h. ago Bauchi Commissioner laments negative nutrition situation among U

Tribune Online Bauchi Commissioner laments negative nutrition situation among U-5 children Bauchi State Commissioner of Budget, Economic Planning, and Multilateral Coordination, Amina Muhammad Katagum, has lamented the poor nutrition situation in the State considering the available data and indices. Bauchi Commissioner laments negative nutrition situation among U-5 children Tribune Online

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8 h. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Expert Warns Against Looming Food Crisis In Kogi

An agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, has warned that agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The […]

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11 h. ago Oil Production Threatened In Bayelsa Over Dispute On Security Vessel Contract

Nigeria’s already fragile oil production faces a new crisis as host communities in Bayelsa State have threatened to halt operations at key oil fields within 14 days, citing a dispute over security vessel contracts. The communities, under the KEFFES umbrella, were demanding that NNPC Exploration & Production Limited (NEPL) reverse its decision to terminate its […]

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11 h. ago Oyebanji Pledges To Make Ekiti Airport Major Hub For Economic Growth

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has promised to make the state’s Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport a major hub for economic growth, saying the state government has entered into discussions with three major airlines in the country to commence commercial flights. Governor Biodun Oyebanji who disclosed this said that efforts are in place to ensure the […]

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11 h. ago Trump tariffs imposed on uninhabited islands where just penguins live

Donald Trump has been mocked by his critics after his sweeping global tariffs even included islands where no one lives. read more Trump tariffs imposed on uninhabited islands where just penguins live

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13 h. ago MINILS workers write Minister over institute’s ‘poor performance’

Tribune Online MINILS workers write Minister over institute’s ‘poor performance’ "Disguise of financial dealings through third party engagement, concealing and diversion of receipts." MINILS workers write Minister over institute’s ‘poor performance’ Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Diaspora Nigerians Protest Poor Investment Environment, Demolition Of Properties

Nigerians in Chicago have protested against alleged poor investment environment, as well as demolition of their businesses in Nigeria, threatening to hold similar  protests in all States of America, Canada and Europe until  President Bola Tinubu addresses the issue of enabling environment for foreign investors so as to repose confidence in his administration. Speaking through […]

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15 h. ago Digital footprints: What does privacy mean in the age of AI?

In a world where our lives are increasingly mediated by screens and algorithms, the question is no longer if we read more Digital footprints: What does privacy mean in the age of AI?

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16 h. ago Father, Stepmother Arrested Over Mysterious Death Of 3 Sisters ln Delta

The father and the stepmother of three sisters have been arrested after the siblings reportedly died while on a visit to their father’s residence in Oruhworun, Udu local government area of Delta State. The father’s house is in the Delta Steel Company (DSC) township. Reports said that the sisters live apart from their father, who […]

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16 h. ago AbdulRazaq Celebrates As Aviation College Graduates 19 Military, Civilian Pilots

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has emphasised the role of discipline and teamwork in success stories as the International Aviation College Ilorin graduated 19 student pilots, including 10 enrollees from the Nigerian Army. Speaking at the graduation ceremony in Ilorin, Governor AbdulRazaq called for sustained perseverance, discipline, and team building among pilots. Represented by the […]

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17 h. ago Lynched travellers: Edo politician condemns killings, slams police over insecurity

A senatorial aspirant under the Labour Party in Edo State, Paul Okojie, has condemned the recent mob killings of 16 Northerners in Uromi, Edo State, blaming the police for the incident. In a press statement Tuesday, Okojie said that the victims who were burnt alive by an irate mob were targeted in response to growing Read More

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18 h. ago W’Bank lends Nigeria $1.08bn for education, nutrition, economic boost

The World Bank has approved three financing operations totalling $1.08bn to support education, nutrition, and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement on the bank’s website on Wednesday, the concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, building household and community resilience, and enhancing nutrition for underserved groups. The statement read, “The Read More

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18 h. ago Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC

By Steve Agbota Nigeria’s export market faces a new hurdle as Burkina Faso imposes a fresh duty, a move that could disrupt trade flows and increase costs for Nigerian exporters, the Sea Empowerment Research Centre (SEREC) has warned. The head of research at SEREC, Fwdr Eugene Nweke, in a statement, pointed out that the duty […] The post Burkina Faso’s new duty threatens Nigeria’s export market –SEREC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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