73 m. ago Enugu trade commissioner Adaora Chukwu resigns amid speculations

From Kenneth Udeh, Enugu The Enugu State Commissioner for Trade, Investment, and Industry, Hon. Adaora Chukwu, has officially resigned from her position, citing gratitude for the opportunity to serve but offering no specific reason for her decision. In a brief but dignified statement posted on her official social media page, Chukwu on Thursday said: “I […] The post Enugu trade commissioner Adaora Chukwu resigns amid speculations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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77 m. ago Burkina Faso, South Africa Win First Gold Medals At CAA U18/U20 Athletics Championships

Burkina Faso made an impressive start by clinching the first gold medal in the U-18 women’s triple jump at the ongoing 3rd combined CAA African U18/U20 Championships taking place in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The Burkinabe athlete, Zango Salisa, achieved a jump of 12.79m to capture the gold, finishing ahead of Morocco’s Masat Kaota, who recorded […]

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15 h. ago Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

The naira on Wednesday appreciated further in the parallel market, narrowing the exchange rate gap between the official and unofficial read more Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

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17 h. ago Food inflation climbs marginally in June on high pepper, tomato costs

Food inflation in Nigeria rose marginally by 0.83 percent in June, driven by high prices of pepper and fresh tomatoes, read more Food inflation climbs marginally in June on high pepper, tomato costs

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19 h. ago Immigration to open digital platform for expatriate residence permit Aug 1 

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has disclosed that it will launch a new digital platform, August 1 next month, for Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Automated Card (CERPAC) application process. The agency, in statement by ACI Akinlabi, Service Public Relations Officer headquarters, Abuja, noted that it is part of the Federal […] The post Immigration to open digital platform for expatriate residence permit Aug 1  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Inflation slows to 22.22% for 3rd consecutive month ahead of MPC’s rate decision

Inflation in Nigeria slowed for the third consecutive month in June, with consumer prices rising year-on-year  to 22.22 percent, offering read more Inflation slows to 22.22% for 3rd consecutive month ahead of MPC’s rate decision

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22 h. ago ‘CAA U18/20 Athletics Championship Will Unearth Next Superstars,’ Says Alake of Egbaland

As the 3rd Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18/20 Championship kicks off in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Michael Adedotun Gbadebo, has expressed confidence that the next generation of African athletics superstars will emerge from this tournament. Oba Gbadebo expressed his optimism during a courtesy visit by the chairman, Local Organising Committee […]

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24 h. ago What Libya Lost: The Cost of Silencing Its Economic Reformers

While it’s easier to associate Libya’s troubled economy with inflation charts and dwindling oil output, what fails to make headlines are the opportunities lost, the gradual erosion of reform and competence that once held real promise. These losses aren’t just in the form of missed deals or deteriorating infrastructure. They’re the direct result of pushing […] The post What Libya Lost: The Cost of Silencing Its Economic Reformers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Akwa Ibom To Become Top Gas Destination As NNPC Invests $3.5bn

Indications have emerged that Akwa Ibom State would soon become a top gas-based industrial destination. This followed the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by the administration of Governor Umo Eno  and the Aggregator Company of Nigeria (GACN), which triggered a $3.5 billion Final Investment Decision (FID) by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company […]

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26 h. ago 107 Survivors Of Benue Massacre Still Hospitalised 1 Month After

The Benue State Government has revealed that 107 survivors of the June 13 Yelwata attack by herdsmen, which claimed over 200 lives, were still receiving treatment at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) in Makurdi. Executive Secretary, Benue State Emergency Management Agency, James Iorpuu who disclosed this when he received the Director General of […]

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26 h. ago Dangote: Nigeria’s Petrol Consumption Is 33m Litres Daily, Not 50m Litres/day

There is an  ongoing controversy over the actual volume of Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption, with experts and industry stakeholders holding differing views amid claims of data inflation by the Dangote Group president, Alhaji Aliko Dangote. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) estimates the nation’s petrol consumption at around 50 million litres daily, […]

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41 h. ago Operation Sweep Abuja Clean: FCTA seizes over 280 vehicles to curb insecurity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive move to curb crime and illegal transport activities, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confiscated more than 280 vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and tricycles, during a large-scale security sweep across Abuja. The campaign, named Operation Sweep Abuja Clean, was initiated by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who stressed […] The post Operation Sweep Abuja Clean: FCTA seizes over 280 vehicles to curb insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Nigeria’s current account balance to slow on weaker oil production

Nigeria’s current account (CA) balance is projected to decline by 31.4 percent to $11.8 billion in 2025 after it reached read more Nigeria’s current account balance to slow on weaker oil production

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43 h. ago FIBA U19 WWC: Junior D’Tigress Suffer Second Defeat, Avoid US In Round Of 16

Nigeria’s Under-19 Women’s Basketball Team, the Junior D’Tigress, suffered their second consecutive defeat at the ongoing FIBA Under-19 Women’s World Cup in the Czech Republic, losing 61-79 to Portugal in their third match of the tournament on Tuesday. Despite commendable performances from Idumagbo Beggi (17 points) and Toby Nweke (16 points), the Nigerian team fell […]

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45 h. ago NDLEA Raises Alarm Over High Rate Of Drug Abuse In Akwa Ibom

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned that the rate of illicit substances and hard drugs abuse in Akwa Ibom state has become alarmingly high. The state Commander of the agency, Obot Bassey disclosed this during the 2025 Feast of Barracuda meeting by the National Association of Seadogs (NAS) – Pyrates Confraternity, Atlantic […]

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45 h. ago 92 Athletes To Represent Nigeria As AFN Unveils Kits For CAA U18/20 Championships

Team Nigeria will be represented by 92 athletes at the 3rd Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18 and U20 Championships scheduled to commence on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State. President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, officially confirmed the squad on Tuesday during a kit-unveiling ceremony held at the MKO Abiola […]

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51 h. ago Telecom Users Lament Rising Costs, Failing Networks Amid Proposed $1bn Infrastructure Investment

Nigerians are groaning over worsening telecommunications service even as the country’s major mobile network operators prepare to roll out a $1 billion infrastructure upgrade aimed at reversing the decline. Across cities and rural communities, complaints of dropped calls, failed transaction alerts, slow data speeds, and outright network blackouts have intensified in the current year, despite […]

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53 h. ago Aregbesola fires back at Adeleke over ‘worst tenure in Osun history’ comment 

Tribune Online Aregbesola fires back at Adeleke over ‘worst tenure in Osun history’ comment  "The essence of leadership is making tough decisions to protect the welfare of the majority. That is exactly what Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola did as Governor. Aregbesola fires back at Adeleke over ‘worst tenure in Osun history’ comment  Tribune Online

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54 h. ago Beyond decriminalisation: Why legal change alone won’t guarantee safe abortion in Nigeria

The conversation around abortion in Nigeria is slowly shifting. In Lagos State, the suspension of the Safe Termination of Pregnancy read more Beyond decriminalisation: Why legal change alone won’t guarantee safe abortion in Nigeria

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58 h. ago Buhari: President whose cautious pace, health challenges marked his tenure

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former military ruler turned democratic president, died on July 13, 2025, in London after a prolonged illness. Aged 82, his death closes a chapter marked by high expectations, persistent controversies, and a leadership style shaped by cautious decision-making and recurring ill health. The Long Road to Victory He […] The post Buhari: President whose cautious pace, health challenges marked his tenure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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