2 h. ago Federal Gov’t Declares Admission Into Tertiary Institutions Outside CAPS Illegal

The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued the warning on Tuesday during the 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Abuja. Alausa cautioned universities, polytechnics, and […]

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2 h. ago Telecom operators convene strategic meeting on CNII Executive Order

By Chinenye Anuforo Following a recent Executive Order from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) formally designating telecommunications infrastructure as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII), telecommunications operators under the aegis of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has announced a  strategic stakeholders’ meeting. Scheduled for August 15, 2025, in Abuja, this second […] The post Telecom operators convene strategic meeting on CNII Executive Order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16

Tribune Online BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16 This directive was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Tuesday during the ongoing Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16 Tribune Online

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6 h. 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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23 h. ago Engineering graduates now to undergo mandatory one year competency training before NYSC

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Henceforth, engineering graduates from Nigerian universities and polytechnics will undergo a mandatory one year residency before they go for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).  Speaking ahead of the 33rd Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) Assembly slated for July 14, 2025, in Abuja, president of the council, Professor […] The post Engineering graduates now to undergo mandatory one year competency training before NYSC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Apute Crowned Overall Winner At 2025 NOG Energy Week Golf Tourney

Maureen Apute, the lady captain of TYB International Golf Resort and Country Club in Abuja, has been named the overall winner at the 2025 NOG Energy Week Golf Tournament, held over the weekend at the club’s picturesque golf course. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the tournament kicked off the 2025 NOG Energy […]

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35 h. ago Johnny Drille, Faze, Skido, Slowdog, Others To Perform As Une

Plans are being concluded to host Une-50 and His Eagle’s Concert in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Prominent music stars such as sensational Johnny Drille, veteran hip-hop star Faze, Slowdog, Skido, Stoner Nwaigbo, and others are expected to perform. The concert will be held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja on Friday, July 11, 2025, and […]

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39 h. ago Firms champion Nigeria’s agricultural transformation at World Cassava Day 2025

By Zika Bobby The 2025 World Cassava Day celebration was held in grand style in Abuja, spotlighting cassava as a cornerstone for food security, rural prosperity, and global competitiveness. The event, themed: “Farm to Global Markets: Driving Industrialization, Food Security & Exports”, brought together leaders from government, business, and development institutions to chart a new […] The post Firms champion Nigeria’s agricultural transformation at World Cassava Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Masobe Unveils New Essay Collection On Nigeria’s Turbulent Journey

Masobe Books has announced the forthcoming publication of Beneath the Surface: Essays on Nigeria’s Chequered Journey, a penetrating new collection by syndicated columnist and public-policy turnaround expert, Dr. Dakuku Peterside. The title, slated for simultaneous Nigerian and international release in October 2025, will debut with public presentations in Lagos and Abuja. In the volume, Peterside […]

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4 d. ago Perry Opara Emerges Political Advisers’ National Forum Chairman

Prominent politician and businessman, Chief Perry Opara, has been unanimously elected Chairman of the National Forum for Political Advisers (NAFOPA). This was after a high-profile forum meeting on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton hotel, Abuja, marking a new chapter in the group’s life. Also, Hon Ahmed Mohammed, Political Adviser to the Nasarawa […]

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4 d. ago Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Governor of Rivers State and immediate past Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that politicians are not responsible for Nigeria’s problems, placing the blame instead on the docility of the masses. Amaechi made these remarks on Thursday in Abuja at the 2025 National Social Cohesion Dialogue (NSCD) and unveiling […] The post Politicians not responsible for Nigeria’s problems – Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Approves 37 New Evacuation Routes To Curb Oil Theft

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced that the federal government has approved 37 new crude oil evacuation routes as part of strategic efforts to combat oil theft and enhance production. Speaking at the ongoing 2025 Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week in Abuja, NUPRC Chief Executive Officer, Gbenga Komolafe, said protecting […]

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6 d. ago FCT Golf Chairman Calls For Annual NOG Golf Tourney In Abuja

The chairman of the FCT Golf Association, Mr. Akabom Enebong, has called on the organisers of the NOG Energy Week to establish a permanent annual golf tournament in Abuja. His appeal came during the 2025 NOG Energy Week, which kicked off with an esteemed golf tournament hosted at the scenic TYB International Golf Resort. The […]

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6 d. ago AFNIS 2025 To Boost African Investment In Continent’s Natural Resources – FG

The fourth edition of the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) will be held from July 15 to 17, 2025, at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, with the theme “Harnessing Local Content for Sustainable Development.” A major highlight will be the formal launch of the “Africans for Africa” Fund, designed to […]

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7 d. ago Court Fixes October 6 For Hearing Of Diezani’s Suit Against Asset Seizure

A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed October 6, 2025, to hear the suit filed by former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, challenging the forfeiture of her assets to the federal government. The case, which came up before Justice Mohammed Umar for the first time on Monday, June 30, was adjourned to allow all parties […] The post Court Fixes October 6 For Hearing Of Diezani’s Suit Against Asset Seizure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Abuja Catholic Women Pledge Commitment To Members’ Welfare Celebrates 2025 Day

Catholic women in Abuja have stressed their commitment to promoting the spiritual, social, and economic well-being of Abuja women through vocational skills training and care for widows and the vulnerable. The president of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO), Kubwa Chairperson Princess (Dr) Joan Jummai Idonijie JP, revealed this at the Abuja Archdiocese 2025 Day celebration […]

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8 d. ago FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria, on Monday, June 30, 2025, officially inaugurated an 11-member board of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) in Abuja. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, noted that the event marks a critical step in strengthening the governance structures of Nigeria’s maritime institutions and positioning […] The post FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Tinubu To Receive King’s Relay Baton  For 2026 Commonwealth Games

President Bola Tinubu will be formally presented with the Commonwealth Sport King’s Baton during the delegation’s visit from Buckingham Palace. Nigeria is set to welcome the King’s Baton Relay as part of the official countdown to the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the event scheduled for July 1–2, 2025, in Abuja. Director Press, National Sports Commission […]

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8 d. ago Expert recommends independent energy council to fix Nigeria’s power crisis

By Adewale Sanyaolu   An energy expert and Chairman of Pana Holdings, Daere Akobo, has advocated the formation of an independent, privately led Energy Council to tackle Nigeria’s unending power crises. Akobo stated this at the 2025 Gas Turbine Asset Management Conference held recently in Abuja with the theme: “Powering the Future – One Upgrade […] The post Expert recommends independent energy council to fix Nigeria’s power crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development

By Moses Akaigwe The Managing Director of BKG Exhibitions, Mr. Ifeanyichukwu Agwu, has announced that the highly anticipated 25th edition of the Abuja Motor Fair will be held from November 24 to 28, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital. Speaking at a press briefing recently, Agwu described the upcoming edition as a landmark celebration, not […] The post Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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