5 h. ago Nigeria’s Dandaura makes case for repatriation of African artefacts at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Emmanuel Dandaura of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025 in Barcelona, powerfully stressed the urgent need for restitution of Africa’s looted cultural heritage, placing Nigeria at the centre of global cultural diplomacy. Speaking as Chair of the Working Group that drafted the AU Model Law on the Protection of […] The post Nigeria’s Dandaura makes case for repatriation of African artefacts at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

Renowned Pan-Africanist and public intellectual, Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba, has issued a scathing critique of Africa’s persistent underdevelopment, questioning read more At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

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13 h. ago NOUN Set To Host Africa’s Biggest Digital Learning Conference

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is preparing to host the MoodleMoot Africa 2025 Conference, set to be the largest digital learning event in Africa. The conference will take place from October 8 to 10 in Abuja, with over 24 countries and approximately 400 delegates expected to attend. Professor Olufemi Peters, the Vice Chancellor […]

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13 h. ago Global spotlight on Lagos as ‘Chaos in the Ring’ delivers Africa’s premier boxing show

Lagos came alive on October 1, Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary, as the continent’s biggest boxing spectacle — ‘Chaos in the Ring’ read more Global spotlight on Lagos as ‘Chaos in the Ring’ delivers Africa’s premier boxing show

Sport

19 h. ago Nancy Isime, Toke Makinwa, others nominated for the African Fashion Designers Award

By Rita Okoye   The African Fashion Designers Award (AFDA) has proudly announced nominations for its 8th edition, themed ‘Fashion Bespoke Experience.’ This prestigious event will take place on November 16, 2025, at The Podium, Lekki, and promises to be a vibrant celebration of Africa’s rich cultural heritage and creative innovation in fashion. The awardees […] The post Nancy Isime, Toke Makinwa, others nominated for the African Fashion Designers Award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Team Nigeria Wins 6 Medals At Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship Day 1

Team Nigeria’s junior swimmers made a remarkable start at the ongoing 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship, securing two gold, one silver, and two bronze medals on the first day of competition, which commenced in Accra on Friday, October 3. Aidan Dumuje triumphed with two gold medals in the 200m freestyle and 100m backstroke events, […]

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32 h. ago Africa must refine more at home to secure energy future — CORAN Boss

Momoh Jimah Oyarekhua is the President of Crude Oil Refinery-Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) and the Chairman of OPAC Refineries. read more Africa must refine more at home to secure energy future — CORAN Boss

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32 h. ago Thinkmint Nigeria Announces 6th Edition of REDA: Shaping the Future of Africa’s Real Estate

Real Estate Discussions & Awards (REDA) is a two-day event organised by Thinkmint Nigeria. It is dedicated to advancing Africa’s read more Thinkmint Nigeria Announces 6th Edition of REDA: Shaping the Future of Africa’s Real Estate

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36 h. ago How Nigeria can become hub for halal tourism in West Africa – Agboola

No doubt, Nigeria sits at the intersection of faith, culture, and commerce; obvious potential that is very much untapped. In read more How Nigeria can become hub for halal tourism in West Africa – Agboola

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37 h. ago Judges call for speedy courts, ADR, international models for insolvency reform

Legal and insolvency experts have urged Nigeria and other African countries to strengthen their insolvency frameworks by integrating alternative dispute read more Judges call for speedy courts, ADR, international models for insolvency reform

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38 h. ago T20 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria Secure Convincing Win Over Botswana

Nigeria’s Men’s National Cricket Team, the Yellow Greens, delivered a commanding all-round performance to claim victory over Botswana in their latest ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier encounter. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria posted a competitive total of 166/8 in 20 overs. Despite losing early wickets, Sesan Adedeji anchored the […]

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39 h. ago Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

“Knowledge is like a garden: if it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested.” This African proverb underscores the truth read more Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

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44 h. ago Felizno’s new single, Gbim, captures pulse of modern African sound

GBIM, the brand new single of Afro-fusion artist, Felix Obadan, aka Felizno, has captured the pulse of modern African sound. GBIM is currently enjoying massive download on various streaming platforms, and topping charts on Spotify Nigeria and Apple Nigeria. Edo State-born Felizno is influenced by his experiences shuttling between Nigeria and Europe. He blends the […] The post Felizno’s new single, Gbim, captures pulse of modern African sound appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago VOW2025: Women need men as allies to lead Africa’s future — ex

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the Voice of Women Conference and Awards 2025 (VOW2025) in Abuja, former South African Deputy President and ex-UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka made a powerful and heartfelt call to African women: to embrace leadership boldly but never forget the critical role men play as allies in the journey toward […] The post VOW2025: Women need men as allies to lead Africa’s future — ex-South African deputy president, Mlambo-Ngcuka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Nigeria will reclaim giant of Africa under Tinubu – Obanikoro

Tribune Online Nigeria will reclaim giant of Africa under Tinubu – Obanikoro Former Minister of State for Defence and Minister of State, Foreign Affairs, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, has said Nigeria will reclaim its rightful place as Nigeria will reclaim giant of Africa under Tinubu – Obanikoro Tribune Online

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61 h. ago Maliyo spotlighted by tech giants for African storytelling in digital games

Apple and Google, two of the world’s biggest tech giants, have turned the spotlight on Maliyo Games, reaffirming the Lagos-based read more Maliyo spotlighted by tech giants for African storytelling in digital games

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64 h. ago International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well

Tribune Online International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well-being ACCORDING to the World Health Organisation, the population of older adults is projected to almost double by 2050. It is also projected that by 2050, 80% of older persons will live in low- and middle-income countries. Nigeria currently has the highest number of older persons in Africa and the 19th globally, with the number likely […] International Day of Older Persons 2025: Fostering older adults’ well-being Tribune Online

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67 h. ago Nigeria @ 65: Africa’s giant still struggling to industrialise

By Merit Ibe                                               ibe.merit@yahoo.com    Sixty-five years after independence, Nigeria, touted as the giant of Africa, is still struggling to industrialise. Despite being blessed with an enormous population, significant economic size and […] The post Nigeria @ 65: Africa’s giant still struggling to industrialise appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others

Segun Odegbami, a former Nigerian international, says African nations must speak with one voice to ensure equality and confront the injustice in global sports. The post Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago West African Insurers converge in Nigeria for climate change risks discourse

By Henry Uche Over 250 insurance delegates across West Africa will converge in Lagos for the West African Insurance Companies Association (WAICA) education conference 2025, for climate change risks discourse. Slated for October 12 to 15 in Lagos under the aegis of Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA), behalf of the broader Nigerian insurance market, with the […] The post West African Insurers converge in Nigeria for climate change risks discourse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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