45 m. ago Benue killings: VeryDarkMan has more empathy than you — Presidency blasts Peter Obi

Tribune Online Benue killings: VeryDarkMan has more empathy than you — Presidency blasts Peter Obi He described Obi as an “internally displaced politician” and accused him of playing politics with the tragedy in the state. Benue killings: VeryDarkMan has more empathy than you — Presidency blasts Peter Obi Tribune Online

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85 m. ago JAMB, VCs, Rectors, others meet in Abuja for 2025 Policy Meeting

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. Stakeholders in the education sector, notably, Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, Provosts, and Heads of parastatals like the NUC, NCCE, NABTEB, TETFund, NELFfund, among several others are in attendance. Minister of Education, Dr. […] The post JAMB, VCs, Rectors, others meet in Abuja for 2025 Policy Meeting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago PRNigeria Seeks Police Action Against NIPSS Officials Over Cybercrime

Chief executive officer (CEO) of PRNigeria, Yushau Shuaib, has petitioned the inspector-general of police, Kayode Egbetokun, urging a thorough investigation into allegations of cybercrime and digital rights violations against officials of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS). In the petition, Shuaib claimed NIPSS officials unlawfully accessed a private editorial email belonging to […]

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2 h. ago Experts Advocate Legal Framework For Order Of Precedence In Nigeria

Protocol professionals in Nigeria gathered virtually over the weekend for a key session organised by the Association of Certified Protocol Practitioners of Nigeria (ACPPN). The online event featured a powerful presentation by U.S.-based protocol and international engagement consultant, Feyisola Adetunji. Adetunji, speaking to a diverse audience of protocol officers, event planners, and government officials, stressed […]

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3 h. ago CSOs Defend NEPC Boss Amid Alleged Lapses In Promotion Exercise

Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has defended the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and its executive director/CEO, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, against recent allegations surrounding the agency’s forthcoming promotion examinations. Addressing newsmen yesterday in Abuja, Comrade Ogakwu Dominic, president of CSGGG, described the allegations as “premature, speculative, and unfounded,” emphasising that the promotion exercise […]

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3 h. ago RACE Africa unveils PIXLCO. to connect startups with global investors

RACE Africa has launched PIXLCO., a new platform aimed at preparing early-stage Nigerian startups for global investment. The initiative is read more RACE Africa unveils PIXLCO. to connect startups with global investors

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3 h. ago Group lauds FG on validation of national biodiversity strategy, action plan

The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has commended the Federal Government for endorsing the revised National Biodiversity Strategy and read more Group lauds FG on validation of national biodiversity strategy, action plan

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3 h. ago BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has reaffirmed its commitment to revitalising Nigeria’s healthcare system by supporting strategic projects that aim read more BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

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3 h. ago Nigerian Has 3rd Highest Air Ticket Taxes, Charges In Africa – Report

Passengers departing from Nigeria pay a whooping $180 each for international and regional departures, report has shown. These findings which were detailed in the 2024 Taxes and Charges Study Review by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), based on data collected across 54 African countries in September 2024, however, ranked Nigeria as the 3rd country with […]

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3 h. ago SG Holdings Signals Global Expansion With Impressive Balance Sheet After 10

SG Holdings, West Africa’s leading indigenous energy and shipping company, at a virtual media parley, on Monday, announced its strategic positioning for the next decade of growth, marking 10 years of exceptional performance that has established the company as a continental leader in energy infrastructure, shipping operations, and industrial development. Under the leadership of Group […]

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3 h. ago W/African Energy Forum To Catalyse Investment, Highlight Upstream Devt

The upcoming West African Energy Summit (WAES), is expected to catalyse investment, technology transfer and cross-border collaboration between African energy makers and global service providers. The forum has attracted endorsements from key stakeholders and governments within and outside the region. The summit also aims to highlight upstream development, emerging markets, technology deployment and decarbonisation strategies […]

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4 h. ago Nigeria’s Ajayi sets new Meet record with 9.9 seconds victory in France

Kanyinsola Ajayi achieved a personal best record on Monday by winning the men’s 100m at the Meeting International Sotteville-lès-Rouen in France in 9.92 seconds. 22-year-old Ajayi took off from the fifth lane at the Stade Jean Adret with a reaction time of 0.156 seconds, edging out opponents that included five sub-10-second runners. With the recent […] The post Nigeria’s Ajayi sets new Meet record with 9.9 seconds victory in France appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria To Play Key Role In Samsung’s Global Foldables Rollout

Nigeria is set to play a prominent role in the brand’s rollout strategy, as Samsung has tapped Konga, the country’s leading composite e-commerce platform, and TD Africa, one of Africa’s largest tech distribution companies, for an exclusive product launch partnership. This strategic alliance positions Konga and TD Africa at the forefront of what is expected […]

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4 h. ago Lanre Adedoyin becomes Rotary District 9112 Governor, focuses on sustainability, healthcare

Rotary International District 9112 has marked a significant leadership transition as Rotarian Lanre Adedoyin was recently installed as District Governor read more Lanre Adedoyin becomes Rotary District 9112 Governor, focuses on sustainability, healthcare

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7 h. ago Develop Proactive Approach To Plastic Waste Mgt, MAN Tells Ogun Govt

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has urged the Ogun State government to develop a sustainable approach to managing plastic waste, especially single use plastics in the state. The Association stated this in a statement signed by its director-general, Segun Ajayi-Kadir. MAN recognises the government’s initiatives aimed at reducing plastic waste, promoting recycling, and fostering […]

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8 h. ago Africa launches currency marketplace to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja To dismantle one of the most entrenched barriers to intra-African trade, the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), in strategic partnership with African deep-tech pioneer Interstellar, has unveiled the PAPSS African Currency Marketplace (PACM), a revolutionary financial market infrastructure set to transform the way Africa trades. Announced on the sidelines of […] The post Africa launches currency marketplace to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Lagos set to launch industrial policy to spur economic growth, attract investment

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has announced plans to unveil the Lagos State Industrial Policy (LSIP 2025–2030) later this year, a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the state’s industrial landscape and positioning Lagos as Africa’s leading industrial hub. Speaking at a press conference, the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Bada […] The post Lagos set to launch industrial policy to spur economic growth, attract investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago YEEP Set To Empower Young Nigerians, Create New Generation Of Leaders — Idoko

Founder of Activate Success International Foundation, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), Mrs. Love Idoko-Uloko, has said that her outfit was poised to empower young Nigerians and create a new generation of leaders. She said that with the right skills, strategies, and stories, the entrepreneurial spirit of the Nigerian youths can be awakened for a brighter future. […]

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14 h. ago Federal Gov’t Denies Rumoured Release Of Water From Lagdo Dam

The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has clarified that contrary to the rumours circulating in the media, the Cameroonian authorities have not released water from the Lagdo Dam. Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Richard Pheelangwah, in a statement on Monday, said that the minister, Professor Joseph Utsev, directed communication with the Lagdo Dam […]

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14 h. ago Shettima, Agama, others urge judiciary to foster confidence in capital market

Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka Anite, the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange read more Shettima, Agama, others urge judiciary to foster confidence in capital market

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