1 hour ago ITF Replaces Starter Packs With Global Artisan Certification

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has scrapped the issuance of starter packs to graduates of its skills development programmes, opting instead for globally recognised certification standards that will qualify artisans for both domestic and international employment. Disclosing this in Abuja during a media briefing, the director-general of ITF, Dr. Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, said the shift […]

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3 h. ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Pleads Not Guilty To New Trafficking Charges As Trial Date Nears

Embattled US music mogul, Sean “Diddy” Combs, has pleaded not guilty to additional charges of sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution, added to the indictment against him earlier in April. He appeared in court on Monday in Manhattan, New York, to enter his additional plea before US District Judge Arun Subramanian. Combs, who […]

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6 h. ago Nigeria Air Traffic Engineers Can’t Achieve Excellence – President

The National Association of Air Traffic Engineers (NAAE) has raised the alarm that Air Traffic Engineers cannot deliver the level of excellence the aviation sector demands. The president of NAAE, Seizling Miri, who spoke at NAAE’s Lagos Branch AGM, lamented that many engineers were overstretched, saying cases of continuous shifts and repeat of duty rosters […]

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16 h. ago Alleged N1.3bn fraud: How my rift with Jude Okoye started – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, a former member of the defunct music duo P-Square, testified in the N1.3 billion fraud case against his older brother, Jude Okoye on Monday. Jude Okoye is standing trial on a seven-count charge, including fraud and money laundering, based on a petition written by Peter Okoye through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission […] The post Alleged N1.3bn fraud: How my rift with Jude Okoye started – Peter Okoye appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Senator Adeyemi urges Tinubu to immortalise Christian Chukwu

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja   Senator Smart Adeyemi has called on President Bola Tinubu to immortalise the late legendary former captain of Nigeria’s national football team, the Green Eagles (now Super Eagles), Christian Chukwu, who led the country to its first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 1980 after previously securing two bronze medals. […] The post Senator Adeyemi urges Tinubu to immortalise Christian Chukwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Strategic Shift: Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha Charts New Course with Massive 2.5 Million Jobs and Skills Drive

In a bold move to tackle unemployment and boost national productivity, the Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch read more Strategic Shift: Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha Charts New Course with Massive 2.5 Million Jobs and Skills Drive

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19 h. ago Access Bank gets final approval for Kenya’s National Bank takeover

The Central Bank of Kenya and the National Treasury have given the green light for Nigerian lender Access Bank PLC to acquire the struggling National Bank of Kenya, marking a key step forward in the nearly year-long acquisition process. The approval, announced on Monday, brings Access Bank closer to finalising its purchase of 100 percent Read More

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20 h. ago BGB Token Update & PEPE Price Moves Shake Up The Market While 1 Million Users Are Mining on BlockDAG’s X1 App!

The crypto world is seeing some major shifts, with new developments keeping everyone on their toes. From the recent BGB read more BGB Token Update & PEPE Price Moves Shake Up The Market While 1 Million Users Are Mining on BlockDAG’s X1 App!

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22 h. ago NFF denies owning Christian Chukwu $128,000 amid social media claims

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it owed former Nigeria captain and Super read more NFF denies owning Christian Chukwu $128,000 amid social media claims

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24 h. ago Rivers Govt demands refund of N300m from NBA for shifting hosting right away from PH

…Rejects accusations of unconstitutional actions The Rivers State Government has demanded the refund of N300m said to have been given read more Rivers Govt demands refund of N300m from NBA for shifting hosting right away from PH

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36 h. ago Ngige: Christian Chukwu brought fame, honour, respect to Nigeria

Former governor of Anambra State and two-time Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, has expressed grief over the demise of Nigerian football legend, Christian Chukwu who died on Saturday at the age of 74. In a statement, he described Chukwu as one of the architects of modern football in Nigeria, who contributed immeasurably […] The post Ngige: Christian Chukwu brought fame, honour, respect to Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago “Individually, Super Eagles Are Better, But Ghana Has The Team” – Fireboy DML

Afrobeats music star Fireboy DML has stated that Ghana’s Black Stars are currently a stronger team than Nigeria’s Super Eagles. According to him, although the Super Eagles boast more individual talent, the Ghanaian side performs better collectively. The singer, known for his hit track Obaa Sima, expressed his thoughts during a recent edition of the […] The post “Individually, Super Eagles Are Better, But Ghana Has The Team” – Fireboy DML appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Army decries poor enlistment from SE, urges youths to join military service

The Nigerian Army has raised the alarm over the poor enlistment of South East youths into the military service, and called for a change of attitude to reverse the trend. According to the Army, while Kaduna State had recorded over 3,000 applications in the ongoing 2025 recruitment exercise, Enugu State was still struggling with just […] The post Army decries poor enlistment from SE, urges youths to join military service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Hope rises for hospitality industry as IDS Next headlines HMCA 2025 with expert discussions, solutions

Commits to sector growth with event’s 2nd sponsorship Once again, the Nigerian hospitality industry is set to be on global read more Hope rises for hospitality industry as IDS Next headlines HMCA 2025 with expert discussions, solutions

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48 h. ago NDLEA Intercepts Malaysian Returnee With Meth Consignment Concealed In Loud Speakers

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 41-year-old ex-convict and Malaysian returnee, Ndubuisi Udatu (a.k.a Richard) with two giant music speakers used to conceal four large parcels of methamphetamine weighing 2.700kilograms for distribution in Yola and Mubi, in Adamawa State, and across the border into the neighbouring Cameroon. A statement […]

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49 h. ago NDLEA seizes methamphetamine hidden in speakers, arrests Malaysia returnee

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended Ndubuisi Udatu, a 41-year-old ex-convict also known as Richard, with 2.7 kilograms of methamphetamine concealed in two large music speakers. The arrest occurred on Monday, April 7, at an NDLEA checkpoint in Namtari along the Ngurore-Yola road, Adamawa State. Udatu, a returnee […] The post NDLEA seizes methamphetamine hidden in speakers, arrests Malaysia returnee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago VIDEO: ‘We were close to marriage’ Kcee opens up about Past love affair with Ebube Nwagbo

Afrobeats star Kcee, whose real name is Kingsley Okonkwo, has opened up about his past relationship with Nollywood actress, Ebube Nwagbo, revealing that they were once deeply involved and nearly got married before their relationship soured. Speaking on a recent episode of the Tea With Tay podcast which started trending on Saturday, hosted by Temisan Read More

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50 h. ago VIDEO: ‘I almost sold rechargeable lamps under Lagos bridge,’ Fireboy DML opens up on struggles before fame

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has shared details of his difficult past, revealing that he was close to selling rechargeable lamps under Ajah Bridge in Lagos before gaining recognition in the music industry. The Afrobeats star made the revelation during a recent interview on the 90s Baby Show in Read More

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50 h. ago BREAKING: Onana dropped from Man United squad for Newcastle clash

  Manchester United goalkeeper, André Onana, has been left out of the squad for today’s Premier League match against Newcastle United, following a difficult week, with Altay Bayındır set to make his Premier League debut. According to reports by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, Onana was informed of the decision by manager Rúben Amorim after Read More

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51 h. ago ‘I Was Close To Starting Business Under Ajah Bridge Before Olamide Signed Me’ – Fireboy DML

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Adedamola Adefolahan, better known as Fireboy DML, has revealed that he was on the verge of becoming a petty trader, despite holding a bachelor’s degree, before he was signed to YBNL Nation by the renowned rapper and music executive Olamide. Fireboy, who joined the label in 2018, revealed that he had plans […] The post ‘I Was Close To Starting Business Under Ajah Bridge Before Olamide Signed Me’ – Fireboy DML appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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