51 m. ago Peace Sustained In N’Delta By Armed Forces Helped Us Meet Revenue Target – FIRS

The notable rise in tax revenue from oil production activities has been closely linked to the enduring peace in the Niger Delta region. Officials have noted that the key oil-producing areas’ stable and peaceful environment has allowed companies to maximise their operations and profits. Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Zacch Adedeji has […]

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66 m. ago DSESA 2025: Oborevwori ready to reward environmental champions – Odugala

By Sunday Ani An environmental consultant and managing consultant of Kegala Environmental Consultancy Limited, Deacon Okezi Odugala has said the forthcoming Delta State Environmental Sustainability Award (DSESA) is part of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to reward individuals and organisations making tangible efforts to protect and sustain the environment. A statement by Odugala on behalf of […] The post DSESA 2025: Oborevwori ready to reward environmental champions – Odugala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 m. ago The Companion urges attitudinal change, youth entrepreneurship

The Companion has called on Nigerians to embrace a positive shift in mindset to tackle the socio-economic challenges confronting the nation. In a statement at the end of its two-day Elective Conference of 2025, the association of Muslim men in business and the professions called on all Nigerian youths to get engaged with current socio-economic […] The post The Companion urges attitudinal change, youth entrepreneurship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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84 m. ago Nigerian universities, polytechnics: Structured approach to tackle talent crisis, accelerate development

Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads in its quest for economic and industrial development. With a burgeoning youth population and read more Nigerian universities, polytechnics: Structured approach to tackle talent crisis, accelerate development

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3 h. ago Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture

Thursday, August 21, 2025, is Prof. Regina Chinwe Onwuchekwa’s day with history. On that day, the erudite scholar from Akokwa in Ideato North Local Government, Imo State will dazzle an array of academics and students of the University of Port Harcourt (Uniport), as well as other invited guests, with rare medical revelations when she delivers […] The post Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Stransact, NRS help businesses navigate Nigeria’s new tax rules

Stransact Chartered Accountants, in partnership with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), has advised corporate taxpayers and business owners on how best to adapt to Nigeria’s evolving tax environment, especially in light of the recently enacted 2025 Tax Reform Acts and the Federal Inland Revenue Service’s (FIRS) mandatory e-invoicing system. The guidance came during a one-day […] The post Stransact, NRS help businesses navigate Nigeria’s new tax rules appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space

By Zika Bobby The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) has officially recognised United States-based astronaut Chief Owolabi Salis’s achievement, and Wikipedia has listed him as the first Nigerian to travel to outer space. According to the FAI, space flight is defined as any flight over 100 kilometers (62 miles) above sea level, and those who reach […] The post Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has dismissed the possibility of the Obidient Movement posing any form of threat to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Israel spoke at a press conference in Abuja while parading newsmen around the newly-built […] The post 2027: APC youths’ll intimidate Obidient Movement – Israel, national youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa

Tribune Online International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Marking a significant stride in empowering young Nigerians as drivers of sustainable peace, the United Nations Office on International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy 

Tribune Online Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy  The All Progressives Congress (APC) and its youth group in Ekiti State have passed a vote of confidence in the Deputy Governor of the State, Chief Monisade Afuye.  In a release signed by the State Publicity Secretary of APC, Segun Dipe, the Party described Mrs Afuye as a party faithful, qualified, competent and loyal representative […] Ekiti 2026: APC, youth group pass vote of confidence in Oyebanji’s deputy  Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Ekiti to host over 50,000 tourists for maiden international theatre festival

Tribune Online Ekiti to host over 50,000 tourists for maiden international theatre festival No fewer than 50,000 tourists, artists, and stakeholders from within and outside Nigeria are expected to converge in Ekiti to host over 50,000 tourists for maiden international theatre festival Tribune Online

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9 h. ago OOPL Demands Apology, N3.5bn Over Invasion Of Premises By EFCC Operatives

The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) on Wednesday, issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, as well as the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun to tender separate public apologies over alleged illegal invasion of its premises. OOPL, which was invaded […]

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11 h. ago Court Remands Trader For Alleged Failure To Declare Foreign Currency In Lagos

  Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded a trader, Phil-Olumba Sheila for alleged failure to declare foreign currency totalling $14,567, £1,030, and CA$40 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Justice Dipeolu remanded Sheila at Kirikiri Correctional Centre after the testimony of the first prosecution witness, Mrs. Stella John Ogar, […]

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12 h. ago Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State government has commenced the full-scale reconstruction of the Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) to bring it up to international standards, following the formal transfer of ownership from the Federal Government. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility in Kaduna on Wednesday, Commissioner of Information-Designate, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the […] The post Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tambuwal: APC, EFCC have risen against the opposition, says ADC deputy youth leader

…detention a pure witch-hunt  From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Deputy National Youth Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chinonso Obasi, has described the recent interrogation and detention of the former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as a pure witch-hunt and an attempt to silence the […] The post Tambuwal: APC, EFCC have risen against the opposition, says ADC deputy youth leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago ‘Spiritual Realities Are Not Always Logical’, Prophet Fufeyin Replies Pastor Damina

The internet has been buzzing with reactions as Nigerians weigh in on the recent jibe allegedly thrown at Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Funfeyin by Pastor Abel Damina. The controversy erupted after a sermon in which Pastor Damina ridiculed an unnamed South-South prophet for selling what he described as “heavenly sand, soap, the Key of David, and […]

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14 h. ago 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu

Tribune Online 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Ahead of the forthcoming general elections, the National Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has opened a dedicated centre in Abuja to rally young men and women for a fresh mandate for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 2027: APC to commission centre to rally youth votes for Tinubu Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Unruly behaviour saga: Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson released

By Seyi Babalola An Ikeja Magistrate’s Court in Ogba, Lagos, on Wednesday,  discharged Comfort Emmanson, a passenger accused of unruly behaviour and assault on an Ibom Air aircraft. Following the police’s formal withdrawal of the case, Presiding Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami dismissed the five-count charges against Emmanson. The charges said that Emmanson disrupted the peace on […] The post Unruly behaviour saga: Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson released appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago First Abia International Para Badminton Championship kicks off September 30

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   The first Abia International Para Badminton Championships and all African Para Badminton Championships will kick off in Umuahia, the Abia State capital on September 30. The State Deputy Governor, Ikechukwu Emetu who disclosed this while flagging off events leading to the Championships said the event marks a defining moment in […] The post First Abia International Para Badminton Championship kicks off September 30 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Major Funding For Nigerian Music Comes From West, Fraud Industry – M.I Abaga

Veteran rapper Jude Abaga, widely known as M.I, has stated that a significant portion of the Nigerian music industry’s funding comes from internet fraudsters. He described this situation as a reflection on Nigeria as a country, highlighting that much of the financial backing for the music scene originates from both foreign sources and fraudulent activities. […] The post Major Funding For Nigerian Music Comes From West, Fraud Industry – M.I Abaga appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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