74 m. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NIPCO tasks employees on selfless service amid challenges in downstream sector

Amid challenges in the downstream sector of the economy, NIPCO Plc, an integrated downstream operator in Nigeria’s hydrocarbon industry, has tasked its employees to increase their efforts, as the organisation aims to be a leader in the oil and gas sector for the good of all stakeholders. Managing director/CEO of the company, Suresh Kumar, speaking […] The post NIPCO tasks employees on selfless service amid challenges in downstream sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago ACF Mourns Emir Of Zuru, Isyaku Ibrahim, Celebrates IBB At 84

The apex northern sociocultural group, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of two towering figures from Northern Nigeria, the Emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (rtd), Gomo II, and renowned politician and businessman, Alhaji Isyaku Ibrahim who passed away at ages 82 and 89 respectively. In a statement […]

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9 h. ago APC chieftain urges opposition politicians to cooperate with EFCC investigation

Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, has cautioned members of opposition parties against politicising read more APC chieftain urges opposition politicians to cooperate with EFCC investigation

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9 h. ago INEC declares PDP’s Oyekunle winner of Ibadan North Federal Constituency By

Folajimi Oyekunle, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been declared the winner of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency read more INEC declares PDP’s Oyekunle winner of Ibadan North Federal Constituency By-election

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11 h. ago IPOB Applauds Canadian Court Ruling Labeling APC, PDP As Terrorist Groups

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has applauded what it describes as a “significant ruling” by a Canadian court, claiming that Nigeria’s leading political parties—the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—have been designated as terrorist organisations. In a press statement dated August 16, 2025, and signed by IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful, […] The post IPOB Applauds Canadian Court Ruling Labeling APC, PDP As Terrorist Groups appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has emphasised the urgent need to safeguard Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, describing telecommunications as a national imperative and a cornerstone of the country’s stability, economy, and security. Speaking at the 2nd Edition of the Strategic Stakeholders Meeting of the Association of […] The post NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Osun 2026: Babayemi urges mass voter registration for APC win

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Omooba Dotun Babayemi, has called on the people of Osun State to participate massively in the ongoing voter registration exercise initiated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in preparation for the 2026 governorship election. In a statement issued […] The post Osun 2026: Babayemi urges mass voter registration for APC win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago The fizzy of German beer is freezing as Gen Z goes Alalkoholfree

Over the course of its 172-year-history, the Lang-Bräu brewery in the north of Bavaria has weathered two world wars and read more The fizzy of German beer is freezing as Gen Z goes Alalkoholfree

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14 h. ago Northern group apologises to Jonathan over lies, Boko Haram sponsorship

Blames foreign interference North-East group under the auspices of “Bring Back Our Goodluck” has tendered unreserved apology to former President read more Northern group apologises to Jonathan over lies, Boko Haram sponsorship

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14 h. ago Okpebholo: Ikpea, Igbinedion’s wins show Tinubu’s 2027 Edo walkover

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has declared that the resounding victories of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates, Joseph Ikpea and Omosede Igbinedion, in the recently concluded by-elections signal that the 2027 presidential election will be a walkover for President Bola Tinubu in Edo State. He gave this assurance while congratulating […] The post Okpebholo: Ikpea, Igbinedion’s wins show Tinubu’s 2027 Edo walkover appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Okpebholo: Ikpea, Igbinedion’s wins indicate Tinubu’s 2027 victory

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has declared that the resounding victories of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates, Joseph Ikpea and Omosede Igbinedion, in the recently concluded by-elections signal that the 2027 presidential election will be a walkover for President Bola Tinubu in Edo State. He gave this assurance while congratulating […] The post Okpebholo: Ikpea, Igbinedion’s wins indicate Tinubu’s 2027 victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Unemployment: Gov Eno Orders CBT Option As 15,000 Scramble For 3,000 Jobs

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno has expressed concern at the high rate of youths’ unemployment in the State as 15,000 applications have so far been received for the 3,000 Job slots announced by government. Consequently, to screen the remaining 12,000 applicants, the governor has ordered that interview should be conducted through Computer Based […]

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14 h. ago INEC declares NNPP, APC winners of one constituency each in Kano re

The ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano state, as well as the opposition political party in the state, read more INEC declares NNPP, APC winners of one constituency each in Kano re-run election

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17 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Eno to chair committee to resolve Eket, Ibeno communal clash

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has offered to preside over a committee to resolve the longstanding communal conflict between Eket and Ibeno over boundary disputes in the state. During a town hall meeting for Eket Federal Constituency, Eno announced the establishment of the committee to address the lingering boundary […] The post Akwa Ibom: Eno to chair committee to resolve Eket, Ibeno communal clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Nasarawa storms Ilorin with 154 athletes for Youth Games zonal elimination battle

From Abel Leonard, Lafia It’s no retreat, no surrender for Team Nasarawa as a 154-man contingent has landed in Ilorin, Kwara State, for the North Central Zonal Eliminations of the 9th National Youth Games. The delegation, made up of athletes, coaches, sports secretaries, medical and media crew, security operatives, and top officials, left Lafia on […] The post Nasarawa storms Ilorin with 154 athletes for Youth Games zonal elimination battle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Violence in North central: Move from militarized interventions to deploying community

The Federal government has been called upon to shift from militarised interventions to deploying community-based approaches that build trust and read more Violence in North central: Move from militarized interventions to deploying community-based approaches – Experts tell FG

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19 h. ago Katsina Govt Dismisses Report On Stipends To Christian Clerics

The Katsina State government has dismissed a report claiming that the state has approved monthly stipends for Christian clerics in a bid to promote peace. The report, which cited a release purportedly signed by the secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Katsina State chapter, Dr Musa Daniel Danladi, alleged that Governor Dikko Umaru […]

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