26 h. ago Africa Creative Market 2025: Creative Bridge, Connecting Talent, Trade and Transformation

Conceived and delivered by Ascend Studios Foundation, Africa Creative Market (ACM) has become a continental benchmark for innovation, trade, and read more Africa Creative Market 2025: Creative Bridge, Connecting Talent, Trade and Transformation

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48 h. ago Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by U.S. immigration officers

By Seyi Babalola US immigration agents arrested renowned Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, and intend to deport him to Mexico, where he has “an active arrest warrant… for his involvement in organised crime,” US officials revealed on Thursday. Less than a week before his arrest, the former middleweight world champion was defeated by […] The post Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by U.S. immigration officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture

A galaxy of Nigerian celebrities converged on EbonyLife Place, Victoria Island, Lagos on Sunday, June 29 to celebrate a talkshow, The Culture League aimed to amplify African talent and cultural influence on a global scale. The star-studded launch of The Culture League, produced by Webek Studios, attracted notable personalities like Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro, media […] The post Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture -Esse Akwawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Dangote reveals N750bn CNG truck investment for petrol distribution

Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it has committed over N720 billion toward the deployment of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks intended for the nationwide distribution of petroleum products. The project, according to company estimate, may result in cost savings exceeding N1.7 trillion annually for Nigerians. The company noted that the initiative will take on fuel […] The post Dangote reveals N750bn CNG truck investment for petrol distribution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC

From Abel Leonard, Lafia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Nasarawa State, which was intended to celebrate infrastructural milestones, has instead opened a new chapter in the state’s political narrative, Daily Sun’s investigation reveals. A remark made by the president during his address—that he would support any gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Governor Abdullahi Sule—has […] The post Succession by Endorsement: How Tinubu’s visit sparks rift in Nasarawa APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ban on commercial surrogacy in Nigeria: Will this ban help or harm?

Tribune Online Ban on commercial surrogacy in Nigeria: Will this ban help or harm? ADEOLA OJO in this report explores the questions arising from the recent move to ban commercial surrogacy in Nigeria and whether the development will add the expected value or entrench the risk that an outright ban on commercial surrogacy will simply push the practice underground and rather than eliminate the demand, force intended parents to […] Ban on commercial surrogacy in Nigeria: Will this ban help or harm? Tribune Online

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4 d. ago FUTA, JAMB At Odds Over Students’ Status After 6 Years Of Study

A serious admission dispute has erupted between a student of Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Basola Jamiu Owodunni and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) over the status of the graduate who completed his studies after six years but is now being told his admission was never valid. Basola, who gained admission in […]

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6 d. ago Jubilation as Shinkafi Volunteer Forces kill bandit commander Danbokolo in Zamfara

▪︎ Turji in disarray as DSS maintains studied silence. role unclear The Sun Details have emerged on how notorious bandit kingpin Kachalla Yellow Danbokolo died at the weekend in Zamfara State after an earlier gun battle with Shinkafi Volunteer Forces in the state. Danbokolo’s death is being widely celebrated in Zamfara State and many parts […] The post Jubilation as Shinkafi Volunteer Forces kill bandit commander Danbokolo in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago How I intended becoming a Pharmacist, studied Geology, but ended up an IT guru —Koleosho

Tribune Online How I intended becoming a Pharmacist, studied Geology, but ended up an IT guru —Koleosho Tayo Koleosho, the current Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), is a tech expert. In this interview by Yomi Ayeleso, he spoke of his career journey, which started with the dream of being a pharmacist but eventually saw him turn IT specialist, among other issues. Excerpts: HOW […] How I intended becoming a Pharmacist, studied Geology, but ended up an IT guru —Koleosho Tribune Online

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7 d. ago ‘Yar’Adua Wanted Me To Oversee Nigeria But One Aide Withheld The Letter’, Johnathan Reveals

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has disclosed that his former boss, late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, had intended for him to assume leadership of the country while on a medical trip abroad, but his efforts were thwarted by a close presidential aide who refused to submit the required letter to the National Assembly for ratification. Jonathan […]

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7 d. ago ‘Yar’Adua Wanted Me To Oversee Nigeria But One Aide Withheld The Letter’, Jonathan Reveals

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has disclosed that his former boss, late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, had intended for him to assume leadership of the country while on a medical trip abroad, but his efforts were thwarted by a close presidential aide who refused to submit the required letter to the National Assembly for ratification. Jonathan […]

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7 d. ago Rivers Crisis: “Your Leadership Style Needs To Be Studied” – Atiku’s Ally Hails Tinubu For Reconciling Wike, Fubara

Former spokesman to ex-Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Segun Sowunmi, has commended President Bola Tinubu over his intervention in Rivers State political crisis Mr. Sowunmi said that Tinubu’s action showed good leadership by reconciling Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike and suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sim Fubara. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post Rivers Crisis: “Your Leadership Style Needs To Be Studied” – Atiku’s Ally Hails Tinubu For Reconciling Wike, Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria, Benin Republic Collaborate On Strengthening Democracy In West Africa

Nigeria and the Benin Republic have renewed their partnership to deepen parliamentary cooperation and democratic consolidation in the West African subregion. This is just as Nigeria‘s National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Nigeria, and the Parliamentary Institute of Benin (IPaB) held a workshop on implementing their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Cotonou yesterday. […]

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9 d. ago Oyo to spend N60m for procurement of family planning commodities

Tribune Online Oyo to spend N60m for procurement of family planning commodities Oyo State government said it intends to allocate N60 million to the procurement of family planning commodities before the year end to fill any gaps that might be caused by the withdrawal of donor monies by foreign partners and organisations. The Executive Secretary, Primary Health Care Board, Dr Muideen Olatunji, disclosed while giving a welcome […] Oyo to spend N60m for procurement of family planning commodities Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Sokoto Govt declares Thursday public holiday to ark Islamic New Year

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has declared Thursday, June 26, 2025, which corresponds with the 1st of Muharram, 1447 AH, as a public holiday to commemorate the beginning of the new Islamic year. The state governor Ahmed Aliyu said that the holiday is intended to allow the Muslim Ummah in the state […] The post Sokoto Govt declares Thursday public holiday to ark Islamic New Year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Okpebholo Gets Assembly Approval To Secure ₦100bn Infrastructure Loan

The Edo State House of Assembly has approved Governor Monday Okpebholo’s request to secure a ₦100 billion loan from First Bank of Nigeria Plc. The facility is intended for financing infrastructural development projects across the state. The request was formally presented via a letter dated June 23, 2025, addressed to Speaker Blessing Agbebaku and signed […] The post Okpebholo Gets Assembly Approval To Secure ₦100bn Infrastructure Loan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Pregnancy Made Me Cry In Studio, Affected My Vocal Range – Tiwa Savage

Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has opened up about the impact pregnancy had on her voice during the recording of her album R.E.D. Speaking on Afrobeats Intelligence, shared on YouTube, the music star reflected on how the experience shaped the creative process of the project. “I was pregnant when I recorded R.E.D. I would be […] The post Pregnancy Made Me Cry In Studio, Affected My Vocal Range – Tiwa Savage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago A Leader Ahead Of His Time: Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Impact On Kano – Arch Ali Hassan

As a proud son of Kano and a globally trained architect, what is your general view of the state of Kano today under the current administration?   Thank you. It’s a pleasure to speak on something very close to my heart—Kano. I was born and raised here in Kano, but I studied architecture in Italy, […]

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2 w. ago Nasarawa varsity establishes first world centre for medical geology in Nigeria

…inducts 17 pioneering postgraduate students The Management of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has established a Centre for Medical Geology, read more Nasarawa varsity establishes first world centre for medical geology in Nigeria

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2 w. ago I’m focused on solutions that detect cancer early, improve patients’ outcome —Esther Ugwueke, US

Tribune Online I’m focused on solutions that detect cancer early, improve patients’ outcome —Esther Ugwueke, US-based biomedical expert Esther Ugwueke is a biomedical expert and PhD student at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States, where she studies and researches lung cancer using bioinformatics, artificial intelligence (AI), and deep-learning tools. Apart from academics, she is into volunteering and community endeavours. In this interview by Kingsley Alumona, she speaks about her research, work, […] I’m focused on solutions that detect cancer early, improve patients’ outcome —Esther Ugwueke, US-based biomedical expert Tribune Online

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