59 m. ago WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA

Tribune Online WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA POLICYMAKERS and private sector leaders at the West Africa Business Summit (WAES 2025) have called for stronger coordination, practical reforms, and production-focused policies to unlock the full benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Among several strategic conversations held during the summit, one of the key panel sessions, titled “Overcoming Barriers to Harnessing […] WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA Tribune Online

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8 h. ago UPnaija App debuts to expose failed projects, drive accountability

From Idu Jude, Abuja In the face of persistent failures in public project execution across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas, Upnaija, a privately owned transparency organisation, has unveiled an innovative app that empowers citizens to track, verify and hold authorities accountable for project implementation at the federal, state and local levels. Briefing the media on […] The post UPnaija App debuts to expose failed projects, drive accountability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties

Tribune Online BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Edun emphasised that Nigeria is firmly open for business, highlighting macroeconomic stability and ongoing reforms as a foundation for sustainable private-sector-led growth. BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Iyabo Ojo’s daughter shares threat letter actress received before office fire

Tribune Online Iyabo Ojo’s daughter shares threat letter actress received before office fire Priscilla disclosed that her mother had been en route to Tanzania for her wedding when the letter arrived, and only saw it upon her return. Iyabo Ojo’s daughter shares threat letter actress received before office fire Tribune Online

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14 h. ago “In My Next Life, I’ll Be A Vulcaniser” — Davido Fires Back At Trolls Over Private Jet Privilege

Afrobeats sensation Davido has fired back at critics who continue to taunt him over his billionaire background and his access to luxury, including private jets. The singer, who is the son of Nigerian business magnate Adedeji Adeleke, responded after being trolled online for constantly showcasing his father’s private jets. Unbothered by the criticism, Davido said […] The post “In My Next Life, I’ll Be A Vulcaniser” — Davido Fires Back At Trolls Over Private Jet Privilege appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother

Brand influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo has made public a disturbing threat letter sent to her mother, Iyabo Ojo’s office, months before the recent fire outbreak. It was earlier reported that the actress’s Lagos office was gutted by fire on July 8, 2025, around 7 p.m. According to Priscilla, the letter was dated May 25, […] The post Priscilla Ojo Alleges Office Fire Was Planned Attack, Shares Threat Letter Sent To Mother appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Court remands OPC member in Ikoyi prison over illegal firearm possession

Tribune Online Court remands OPC member in Ikoyi prison over illegal firearm possession A 30-year-old man, Ogunjimi Opeyemi Mayowa, has been remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre.  Court remands OPC member in Ikoyi prison over illegal firearm possession Tribune Online

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16 h. ago UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge

Tribune Online UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge BBC News had earlier reported that 13 people who worked with Wallace over 17 years accused him of inappropriate sexual comments and behaviour.  UK: BBC’s Gregg Wallace fired after more than 50 new misconduct allegations emerge Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office

By Seyi Babalola Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has stated that a threat letter was brought to her mother’s office just months after her wedding to Tanzanian artist Juma Jux. Priscilla made this known after her mother’s place of work was destroyed by fire. The letter, allegedly from an aggrieved group, read, […] The post Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Why I have two children with different fathers — Actress Kemity

By Seyi Babalola Popular Nollywood actress Kemisola Apesin, often known as Sidi or Kemity, has explained why she had two children with separate men. Kemity, responding to trolls who criticise her for having two children with separate men, stated that she became pregnant as a teenager in secondary school and was forced to finish school […] The post Why I have two children with different fathers — Actress Kemity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Edo Gov’t Shuts 4 Schools, Arrests Headteacher Over Death Of Pupil

The Edo State Government has withdrawn the licenses of two private schools over the death of a 12-year-old pupil, Nathan Paul Spencer. The government also arrested the headteacher of one of the affected schools. Commissioner for Education in the state, Paddy Iyamu, who disclosed this during a condolence visit to the parents of the deceased, […]

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28 h. ago FG Reaffirms Commitment To Public–private Partnership In Healthcare

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening public-private partnership (PPP) in the healthcare sector, aligning with the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Programme and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, stated this during an official visit to Everight […]

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28 h. ago Amayi Foods: Three women, one vision, a continent transformed

Once upon a time in West Africa, the aroma of home-cooked stews and hand-pounded spices rose from village kitchens to read more Amayi Foods: Three women, one vision, a continent transformed

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39 h. ago Gani Adams mourns late Olubadan describes him as custodian of Yoruba tradition

By Lukman Olabiyi The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has paid glowing tribute to the late Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, describing him as a revered traditional ruler who dedicated his life to serving humanity and preserving Yoruba cultural heritage. Oba Olakulehin passed away in the early hours of Monday, […] The post Gani Adams mourns late Olubadan describes him as custodian of Yoruba tradition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Suspected cultist arrested, firearm recovered in Lafia – Police

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected cultist and the recovery of an English -made pistol during a late-night patrol in Lafia, the state capital. The arrest occurred at about 12:10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, during a routine patrol behind the A.A Rano Gas […] The post Suspected cultist arrested, firearm recovered in Lafia – Police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Kwara Gov’t, Stakeholders Brainstorm On Business Enabling Reforms

By Abdullahi Olesin, Ilorin The Kwara State government has organised a one-day technical workshop and town hall meeting to enlighten stakeholders and strengthen existing collaborations on the State Action Business Enabling Reforms (SABER). Attended by participants from public and private sectors, the engagement was held in collaboration with a high-powered delegation of the Presidential Enabling […]

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43 h. ago Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub

Tribune Online Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub However, the incident triggered widespread communication outages, including disruptions to internet and phone services. Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub Tribune Online

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43 h. ago Port Harcourt multibillion naira comedy industry attracts global attention as K.O Baba raises stakes

The comedy industry in Port Harcourt is said to have grown into multibillions per year and is now attracting global read more Port Harcourt multibillion naira comedy industry attracts global attention as K.O Baba raises stakes

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44 h. ago Davido Accused Of Glorifying Cultism, Fans Demand Accountability

Afrobeats star Davido has faced intense backlash on X after a post he made was perceived by some users as promoting cultism. On Monday, the singer shared the phrase “Happy Metal” on X (formerly known as Twitter), which several users connected to the Neo-Black Movement (NBM) — a group also referred to as Black Axe […] The post Davido Accused Of Glorifying Cultism, Fans Demand Accountability appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Brother Demands Action As ‘One Chance’ Gang Kills Ghanaian Woman In Abuja

A brutal murder by a notorious gang of taxi robbers, popularly known as ‘One Chance,’ has claimed the life of a Ghanaian national, Freda Arming, a resident of Abuja. The victim’s brother, Arnold Arnong, took to Facebook to demand justice, exposing the horrifying details of her final hours. Arnold recounted that on July 1, 2025, […]

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