4 h. ago Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

From the discussions at GITEX Nigeria, held earlier this month in Abuja and Lagos, one message was clear: Africa’s digital read more Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

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5 h. ago Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed an immediate review of the 2026 Hajj fares to make the pilgrimage more affordable for intending pilgrims. The directive was conveyed by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a meeting with the management and board members of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on […] The post Tinubu Orders Immediate Review To Cut 2026 Hajj Fares, Ease Pilgrims’ Burden appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Constitution review: We must restore confidence in public institutions –Akpabio

Nigeria needs constitution that strengthens democracy – Kalu From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has stressed the need to restore citizens’ confidence in public institutions. He stated this, yesterday, at a consultative session organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review for political parties. Also, Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, said the […] The post Constitution review: We must restore confidence in public institutions –Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Reps Inaugurate Committee To Review Cryptocurrency, PoS Operations In Nigeria

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has inaugurated an ad-hoc committee to review the economic, regulatory, and security implications of cryptocurrency adoption and Point-of-Sale (PoS) operations in Nigeria. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony on Monday in Abuja, Speaker Abbas said the formation of the committee became necessary due to growing concerns […]

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16 h. ago Anglican Church rejects election of Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has rejected the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the next Archbishop of Canterbury. Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, in a statement, on Monday, described the election as a devastating effort that ignores the current situation and challenges […] The post Anglican Church rejects election of Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Shettima: Nigeria’s economy has grown to N372.8trn from N309.5trn in 2023

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government has said that Nigeria’s economy has expanded to N372.8 trillion in 2024, up from N309.5 trillion in 2023, while the total revenue collection also rose from N19.9 trillion in 2023 to N25.2 trillion in 2024. Speaking before he declared open the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit (NES#31) in Abuja, […] The post Shettima: Nigeria’s economy has grown to N372.8trn from N309.5trn in 2023 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Breast cancer awareness: First Lady urges Nigerians to prioritise health

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on all Nigerians, especially women, to prioritise their health as October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025. In a message commemorating the month, Mrs Tinubu emphasised the importance of early detection through regular self-examination and timely medical screenings as critical tools in the […] The post Breast cancer awareness: First Lady urges Nigerians to prioritise health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Hilux, Tanker Collision Leaves Four Dead On Kaduna–Abuja Highway

A tragic accident on Sunday along the Kaduna–Abuja highway claimed four lives. The crash was confirmed by Iliyasu Tijjani, the Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna Sector Command. He said the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. at Kakau, near Gonin Gora, on the outskirts of Kaduna. According to Tijjani, the collision involved […] The post Hilux, Tanker Collision Leaves Four Dead On Kaduna–Abuja Highway appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago ELAN urges lessors to register lease agreements with ELRA to boost economy

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria (ELAN) has urged lessors and leasing companies to register all lease agreements with the Equipment Leasing Registration Authority (ELRA), describing the move as crucial to strengthening Nigeria’s economy. This was contained in a statement made available to reporters in Abuja by Adebola Brookslyn, Head, Media […] The post ELAN urges lessors to register lease agreements with ELRA to boost economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago How Court Turned Down Tinubu’s Minister’s Request To Stop Release Of Academic Record

Facts have emerged about how the minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Mr Uche Nnaji, approached a Federal High Court in Abuja for an interim injunction to bar the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) from releasing his academic record, an application turned down by the court. The minister had dragged the Minister of Education, National […]

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45 h. ago We’re monitoring remaining banks to ensure full recapitalisation compliance – CBN

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said it is closely monitoring banks yet to meet the recapitalisation target to ensure full compliance with the regulatory directive aimed at strengthening the nation’s financial system. Acting Director, Corporate Communications of the Bank, Mrs Hakama Ali, disclosed this during the CBN Special Day […] The post We’re monitoring remaining banks to ensure full recapitalisation compliance – CBN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Forum for Graduates of Saudi Universities in Nigeria, other countries to begin Sessions on Sustainable Development

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Forum for Graduates of Saudi Universities in Nigeria and Neighbouring Countries, will on Monday commence sessions on sustainable development in Abuja, under the patronage of Saudi universities.   The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Abuja, in a statement made available to Sunday Sun, said that over […] The post Forum for Graduates of Saudi Universities in Nigeria, other countries to begin Sessions on Sustainable Development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security

• Insists Abuja among safest cities in Nigeria From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, during an inspection tour to critical infrastructure projects including the road linking Airport Road with Kuje and ongoing works in Wuye District on Saturday, assured residents of imminent completion and highlighted efforts to improve security […] The post Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago First Lady reaffirms commitment to safe motherhood, commissions new maternal and child hospital in Gombe

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed her commitment to health and well-being for Nigerian mothers and children. This is even as she reiterates the critical importance of maternal and child healthcare as a central focus of the Renewed Hope Agenda spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu. She stressed this while […] The post First Lady reaffirms commitment to safe motherhood, commissions new maternal and child hospital in Gombe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria

…laments weak enforcement of NDPC law From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Accountability Lab Nigeria, a strong incubator for creative ideas for accountability and anti-corruption, has highlighted the importance of music, art, and other forms of storytelling in amplifying digital rights issues in Nigeria. The organization also highlighted the alarming rate of abuse and misuse of personal […] The post Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Ondo to benefit as FG, EIB launch climate adaptation project 

Tribune Online Ondo to benefit as FG, EIB launch climate adaptation project  Ministry hails Aiyedatiwa’s relentless effort The Ondo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling erosion and safeguarding vulnerable communities as it joined other stakeholders in Abuja for the official launch of the Nigeria Climate Adaptation Erosion and Watershed Project. The project, supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB), was unveiled at the Congress Hall […] Ondo to benefit as FG, EIB launch climate adaptation project  Tribune Online

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4 d. ago NAFDAC shuts two Chinese supermarkets, 8 cosmetics shops in Abuja

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut two chinese supermarkets located in the Jabi District and eight cosmetics shops at Wuse Market, Abuja, confiscating and evacuated products worth over N170 million. NAFDAC, in a statement on Friday, explained that the action was as a result […] The post NAFDAC shuts two Chinese supermarkets, 8 cosmetics shops in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria @65: No country faces what Nigeria faced and remain the same –Anglican Primate

…accuses politicians of promoting ethnic, religious division From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Primate, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Revd Dr. Henry Ndukuba has congratulated Nigerians on the 65th independence anniversary, particularly for managing its fragile peace and unity in the past 65 years. He stated that no country could face the battles that Nigeria […] The post Nigeria @65: No country faces what Nigeria faced and remain the same –Anglican Primate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has demanded that urgent action be taken by the federal and state governments to address the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, in an independence day message, noted that it is the constitutional duty of the […] The post NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Wike Flags Off Hybrid Solar Lighting Project To Tackle Insecurity In Abuja

  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has launched the “Light Up Abuja” project to address insecurity and restore illumination across the capital city. Speaking on Thursday,  during the official flag-off of the project, Wike revealed that about 80 percent of Abuja was in total darkness when he assumed office in August […] The post Wike Flags Off Hybrid Solar Lighting Project To Tackle Insecurity In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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