17 h. ago Insurance critical for national security, economic stability – NAICOM

By Henry Uche National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has maintained that insurance cover for both human resources, fixed assets and other valuables are critical for national security and economic stability. The Commissioner for Insurance, Mr. Olusegun Omosehin, made this known in Lagos at the just concluded inaugural Insurance Week, a landmark campaign in Nigeria’s insurance industry, […] The post Insurance critical for national security, economic stability – NAICOM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, has reiterated his commitment to expanding Nigeria’s capital market to reach the excluded population, particularly those in the informal sector. Speaking at the second edition of the United Capital Asset Management Investment Forum held in Lagos, Agama said, “We must […] The post SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago ONSA, UK High Commission train Nigerian security agencies on fight against terrorism

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The National Counter-Terrorism Centre, Office of the National Security Adviser (NCTC-ONSA), has commenced a three-week capacity-building course to empower the military, security and Intelligence agencies in combatting terrorism, violent extremism and other violent crimes bedeviling the country. The training, organized in collaboration with the British High Commission, at the ONSA headquarters, […] The post ONSA, UK High Commission train Nigerian security agencies on fight against terrorism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago ICPC secures conviction against aviation worker over fake employment

Tribune Online ICPC secures conviction against aviation worker over fake employment The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction in a case involving... ICPC secures conviction against aviation worker over fake employment Tribune Online

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7 d. ago ICPC secures conviction of Aviation Ministry staff over fake employment scam

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of Elvis Simon Okerenyi, a staff read more ICPC secures conviction of Aviation Ministry staff over fake employment scam

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7 d. ago Security votes: SERAP gives governors seven days to explain spending

Tribune Online Security votes: SERAP gives governors seven days to explain spending also to invite the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to jointly investigate and monitor the funds Security votes: SERAP gives governors seven days to explain spending Tribune Online

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9 d. ago I wasn’t harassed by Yahaya Bello’s security aides, EFCC witness tells Court

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The trial of former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello took a dramatic twist, when a witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Mshellia Bata, denied the allegations made by the commission that he (witness) was thoroughly harassed and intimidated by security aides of the defendant on account of […] The post I wasn’t harassed by Yahaya Bello’s security aides, EFCC witness tells Court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Motorcycle Ban: I wasn’t consulted, won’t interfere – Gombe Governor

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has disclosed that he was not consulted by the state Commissioner of Police (CP), Bello Yahaya, before the recent restriction on motorcycle movement was imposed, but emphasised that he would not interfere with the security measure. “The Commissioner of Police did not consult me […] The post Motorcycle Ban: I wasn’t consulted, won’t interfere – Gombe Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Closing gender gap in finance can lift 700,000 Nigerians from poverty – SEC

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that closing the financial inclusion gender gap could lift 700,000 Nigerians out of poverty by 2030. Director-General of the Commission, Dr Emomotimi Agama, stated this on Wednesday, June 25, at the United Capital Asset Management Investment Forum held in Lagos. According to a […] The post Closing gender gap in finance can lift 700,000 Nigerians from poverty – SEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NDDC unveils plan for agric revolution, food security in oil region

The much-expected agric revolution in the oil region may be on the corner as the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) read more NDDC unveils plan for agric revolution, food security in oil region

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2 w. ago How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security – Commissioner

…3,501 smallholder farmers benefit from soft loans About 3,501 smallholder farmers have so far benefited from soft loans between ₦50,000 read more How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security – Commissioner

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2 w. ago SEC Bans Independent Directors From Becoming Executive Directors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has prohibited Independent Directors from transitioning into Executive Director role within the same company or group. In a circular to public companies and capital market operators titled “Circular to All Public Companies and Capital Market Operators on the Transmutation of Independent Non-Executive Directors and Tenure of Directors,” the Commission […]

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2 w. ago Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia government said it is in collaboration with security agents dealing with security breaches in the Umunneochi axis and other parts of the state. There was a resurgence of criminal activities in the Ugwuodo, Isuochi axis as residents claimed criminals have, in recent times, unleashed heavy gunfire attacks in the […] The post Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina

Twelve armed bandits were neutralised on Wednesday during a joint security operation in Kurfi and Safana local government areas of Katsina State, the state government has confirmed. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Mu’azu, made this known in a statement shared with journalists in Katsina. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago SEC warns Nigerians against investing in Zugacoin, Samzuga GPT

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has cautioned the investing public against patronising Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT, describing them as unauthorised and unregulated crypto assets. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Commission said it had observed online promotions of the two digital assets, including Zugacoin variants SZCB and SZCB2, despite […] The post SEC warns Nigerians against investing in Zugacoin, Samzuga GPT appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NGX Group, SEC Strengthen Global Partnerships To Deepen Nigeria

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have pursued capital market diplomacy to foster cross-border capital market partnerships. The NGX  said, “their current engagements in China reflect a broader drive to strengthen Nigeria’s connectivity to global financial markets and attract new investment flows. This commitment was demonstrated at the […]

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2 w. ago SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push

By Chukwuma Umeorah As of June 2025, unclaimed dividends in Nigeria’s capital market totalled N242 billion, according to data from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Despite technological advances and regulatory reforms including the e-Dividend mandate system, these funds continue to lie dormant, eluding their rightful owners. The figure has grown steadily over the years, […] The post SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria

Tribune Online NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria-China financial ties In a strategic move to position Nigeria’s capital market as a catalyst for cross-border investments, Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering cross-border capital market partnerships. NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria-China financial ties Tribune Online

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3 w. ago SEC asks shareholders to claim dividends not statute barred before Dec. 31, 2020

Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that shareholders are entitled to continue to claim their dividends that are read more SEC asks shareholders to claim dividends not statute barred before Dec. 31, 2020

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4 w. ago SEC warns Nigerians against investing in punisher coin, $PUN

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned Nigerians against investing in Punisher Coin, also known by its symbol $PUN, citing concerns over its unauthorized presale and lack of regulatory approval.   In a statement issued over the weekend, the Commission disclosed that the promoters of Punisher Coin are not […] The post SEC warns Nigerians against investing in punisher coin, $PUN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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