27 h. ago Akpabio, Otti, Katung, others to be honoured in UK at Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Abia State Governor Alex Otti are among prominent Nigerians set to be honoured at the 2025 Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards International, scheduled for September 14, 2025, at the Hilton Leeds City Hotel in the United Kingdom. In a statement released over the weekend, Executive Director of […] The post Akpabio, Otti, Katung, others to be honoured in UK at Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago SunTrust Bank Refutes Custody Claims, Recommits To Uninterrupted Operations

SunTrust Bank Nigeria Limited has addressed the widespread reports concerning the legal proceedings involving its managing director and executive director, clarifying that both executives are not in custody and that the bank’s operations remain fully uninterrupted. The clarification comes in the wake of news reports detailing the arraignment of the executives by the Economic and […]

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48 h. ago EFCC Arraigns SunTrust Bank MD, ED Over Alleged $12m Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Managing Director of SunTrust Bank, Halima Buba, and the Executive Director, Innocent Mbagwu, over alleged money laundering to the tune of $12 million. The two top executives were brought before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, June 14, 2025, on […] The post EFCC Arraigns SunTrust Bank MD, ED Over Alleged $12m Money Laundering appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago June 12: SEDC MD, Mark Okoye reflects on Nigeria’s democratic journey, hails Tinubu’s impact 

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja As Nigeria marked Democracy Day on June 12, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Dr. Mark Okoye II, paid tribute to the nation’s democratic journey, recalling the struggles of the past and the strides made over the years. In a deeply personal reflection shared […] The post June 12: SEDC MD, Mark Okoye reflects on Nigeria’s democratic journey, hails Tinubu’s impact  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’—Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director

Tribune Online How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’—Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director •Voter turnout may fall below 25 per cent unless Kunle Lawal is a Nigerian political figure and Executive Director of Electoral College Nigeria, where he leads the charge for political literacy, civic engagement, and democratic accountability. Under his leadership, the Electoral College has grown into a nationally respected platform educating thousands of Nigerians on governance, […] How we are shifting Nigerians’ mindset from‘chop politics’ to ‘serve politics’—Kunle Lawal, Electoral College Executive Director Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Gombe: Democracy is not just a political system, but a service delivery mechanism – Governor Yahaya

By Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has stated that democracy has moved beyond an ideal to the foundation on which Nigerians access quality public services, infrastructure, and economic opportunity. The governor stated this in a Democracy Day message marking Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule. He emphasised that the transformation […] The post Gombe: Democracy is not just a political system, but a service delivery mechanism – Governor Yahaya appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Full Text: Tinubu’s Democracy Day address at joint NASS session

Tribune Online Full Text: Tinubu’s Democracy Day address at joint NASS session Political parties fearful of members leaving may be better served by examining their internal processes and affairs rather than fearfully conjuring up demons that do not exist Full Text: Tinubu’s Democracy Day address at joint NASS session Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s democracy backsliding with collapse of accountable governance — CISLAC

Tribune Online Nigeria’s democracy backsliding with collapse of accountable governance — CISLAC Executive Director of Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), Comrade Auwal Musa Rafisanjani on Thursday averred that the country's democracy is backsliding because of the frightening collapse of responsible, transparent and accountable governance under the watch of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Nigeria’s democracy backsliding with collapse of accountable governance — CISLAC Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Underwriting, risk expertise vital for $1trn economy –Onifade

For President Bola Tinubu’s $1 trillion economy target by 2030 to materialise, robust underwriting capacity and advanced risk management expertise must be prioritised, highlighting the critical role of the insurance sector. This was the position of Mr. Yomi Onifade, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of SanlamAllianz General Insurance Nigeria, who spoke recently in Lagos […] The post Underwriting, risk expertise vital for $1trn economy –Onifade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Power instability, inflation, currency volatility still our biggest challenges — MD Tsebo Nigeria

Oliyide Oluwashina is the managing director/chief executive officer of Tsebo Nigeria, formerly Tsebo Rapid. In this exclusive interview with BusinessDay’s read more Power instability, inflation, currency volatility still our biggest challenges — MD Tsebo Nigeria

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6 d. ago 2025 WASSCE: NANS asks FG, WAEC to mandate English Language paper retake

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has asked the Federal Government to mandate the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to order a retake of the English Language paper in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by Executive Director, Administration and […] The post 2025 WASSCE: NANS asks FG, WAEC to mandate English Language paper retake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 2025 WASSCE: Mandate English Language paper retake – NANS to FG, WAEC

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has asked the Federal Government to mandate the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to order a retake of the English Language paper in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by the Executive Director, Administration […] The post 2025 WASSCE: Mandate English Language paper retake – NANS to FG, WAEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Why Criminal Charges Against Fidelity Bank CEO Were Withdrawn — AGF

The Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice has officially withdrawn criminal charges against Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, following a legal review that found no direct connection between her and the allegations in question. In a statement released on Monday […]

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7 d. ago Alleged fraud: Why I dropped charge against Fidelity Bank GMD, Onyeali

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi SAN has faulted public outcry over the discontinuation of criminal charges against the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka C. Onyeali-Ikpe. Fagbemi in a statement yesterday said the decision was taken […] The post Alleged fraud: Why I dropped charge against Fidelity Bank GMD, Onyeali-Ikpe — AGF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Why we discontinued criminal charge against Fidelity Bank boss — AGF

Tribune Online Why we discontinued criminal charge against Fidelity Bank boss — AGF The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has stated that the decision by his office to discontinue the criminal charge against the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO) of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, reflects a commitment to upholding justice and fairness. Why we discontinued criminal charge against Fidelity Bank boss — AGF Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Sokoto budget director named most outstanding public administrator

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Director of Budget at the Sokoto State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Buhari Umar, has been named the 2024 Most Outstanding Public Administrator of the Year by Champion Newspapers. The prestigious award, announced earlier this week, celebrates Umar’s outstanding leadership in public finance management, transparency, and effective policy execution, […] The post Sokoto budget director named most outstanding public administrator appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Abuja Continental’s housekeeping team triumphs at IHTEF conference

Abuja Continental has emerged the exceptional housekeeping hotel at the prestigious Bed-Making Challenge competition organised by International Hospitality & Tourism Expo and Forum (IHTEF). Chibuikem Diala, executive director of IHTEF Secretariat, said that the competition is aimed at promoting skills development, workforce empowerment, and sustainable practices within the hospitality industry. Diala disclosed that Akpa David […] The post Abuja Continental’s housekeeping team triumphs at IHTEF conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta

Tribune Online PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta The acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State has commended the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, for his outstanding efforts in NDDC youth internship scheme, which has positively impacted 10,000 youths across the Niger Delta region PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Benue governor accuses lawmakers, politicians of sponsoring deadly attacks

Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia, has accused unnamed politicians and some serving members of the National Assembly of orchestrating the violent attacks ravaging the state. read more Benue governor accuses lawmakers, politicians of sponsoring deadly attacks

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9 d. ago NAPVID tasks FG on implementation of policies to protect children with disabilities

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Executive Director, Network for the Advancement of People With Visible Disabilities (NAPVID), Edo State Chapter, Melody Omosah, has tasked government at all levels to implement policies that guarantee the safety and well being of children with disabilities across the country. He made the call while speaking on the theme, “Policy […] The post NAPVID tasks FG on implementation of policies to protect children with disabilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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