2 h. ago Plateau killings: Govs rally support, CAN donates to victims

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, led by its Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has expressed solidarity with Plateau State, following recent attacks in Bokkos and Bassa local government areas. The delegation, which visited the state on Thursday, commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his swift response to the violence and called for collective efforts to Read More

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7 h. ago NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant collaboration, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have agreed to produce a comprehensive publication documenting the economic and tourism potentials of all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative aims to accelerate investment, promote tourism, and support the economic development […] The post NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago IG unveils police intelligence school in Kwara, advocates modern policing

IThe Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has inaugurated the newly completed Nigeria Police Intelligence School in Share, Kwara State, marking a major milestone in the Nigeria Police Force’s efforts to enhance intelligence-led policing. According to a press statement made available to newsmen on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the inauguration Read More

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8 h. ago Ekiti: Police arrest two for operating illegal study centre, issuing fake varsity certificates

From Priscilla Ediare Ado-Ekiti The Ekiti State police have arrested two men for operating an illegal study centre and issuing fake university certificates to students in the state. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Joseph Eribo, disclosed this to newsmen while unveiling some of the achievements recorded by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) […] The post Ekiti: Police arrest two for operating illegal study centre, issuing fake varsity certificates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Redeemer’s varsity scientist makes Time 100 world’s most influential people

Prof Christian Happi of the Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun, has been ranked among the 100 world’s most influential people by the Time Magazine annual ranking. This was contained in a statement by Deputy Director, Corporate Affairs of the university, Mr Adetunji Adeleye, on Thursday in Osogbo. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Happi is Read More

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10 h. ago Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students

By Oluseye Ojo Almost ₦50 billion has been disbursed by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to over 500,000 students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has disclosed. The disclosure was made by the Oyo State Director of NOA, Dr Olukemi Afolayan, when she featured on a live television programme – […] The post Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday signaled that it is likely to revise its global growth projections downward due read more IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

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16 h. ago Ondo leverages pension funds for infrastructure development—Gov Aiyedatiwa

PenCom seeks amendment to Ondo Pension Law From Henry Uche Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has announced that the state is exploring the use of pension funds to drive infrastructural development. The governor made the statement on Tuesday, April 15, at a meeting in Akure with a delegation from the National Pension Commission (PenCom), […] The post Ondo leverages pension funds for infrastructure development—Gov Aiyedatiwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Savant Artist Toby Seeks Support Fund For Persons With Special Needs

Multi-talented autistic artist, Tobechi Achionye, fondly known as Toby, has called for the creation of a support fund to ensure inclusive education, therapy, creative empowerment, and awareness programmes for persons with special needs. Toby made the call during a world news conference to mark the 2025 Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month on Tuesday in Abuja. […]

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16 h. ago US Threatens To Strip Harvard Varsity Of Right To Admit Nigerians, Other Foreign Students

The United States Department of Homeland Security said Harvard University will lose its privilege to enroll foreign students if it does not meet the Trump administration’s requirements to share information on some visa holders. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also announced on Wednesday that two DHS grants totalling more than $2.7 million to […]

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16 h. ago 8,196 Nigerians benefit from PTDF scholarship in 20 years – Agboola

From Isaac Job, Uyo Mrs Bolanle Kehinde Agboola, Head of Overseas Scholarship at the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), has disclosed that 8,196 Nigerians have been recipients of PTDF scholarships over the past 20 years. Speaking on Wednesday at a one-day sensitisation workshop for students at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom, Agboola said the […] The post 8,196 Nigerians benefit from PTDF scholarship in 20 years – Agboola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has raised concerns over unethical practices in the disbursement of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), alleging that some tertiary institutions, in collusion with banks, are diverting student loans for personal gain. Speaking on Thursday in Abeokuta, NANS National Vice President for Inter-Campus and […] The post NANS raises alarm over student loan diversion by institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Firstbank, Eko Hotel partner to drive creative excellence with Easter musical “The Jewel”

FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a foremost financial inclusion service provider, has partnered with Eko Hotel to read more Firstbank, Eko Hotel partner to drive creative excellence with Easter musical “The Jewel”

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18 h. ago HWH Boss Obtains Master’s In Gender Studies From UK Varsity, Promises New Deal For Nigerian Women

As part of her efforts to redefine gender equality and promote transformative leadership in Nigeria, executive director of HEIR Women Hub (HWH), Anuli Aniebo, has earned a Master’s degree in Gender Studies from the prestigious School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London. In a statement released in Abuja on Wednesday, Aniebo, who […]

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18 h. ago PPDC, US Agency Train 40 Law Undergraduates Of Anchor Varsity

The Public Private Development Centre (PPDC), in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, has trained forty law undergraduates of Anchor University on how to facilitate access to justice for indigent detainees through the establishment of a law clinic. Speaking at the capacity development training, the CEO […]

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27 h. ago FG to partner international agencies for power sector growth –Adelabu

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government has said it was willing to partner international agencies and other reputable organisations in a bid to lay a solid foundation for a stable, reliable, and effective power supply for Nigeria. Minister of Power, Mr .Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this when he hosted a team from the World Bank […] The post FG to partner international agencies for power sector growth –Adelabu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors

Osun State has attracted a major financial commitment from the United Kingdom as Governor Ademola Adeleke secured a $100 million investment deal during a recent economic mission abroad. The agreement, signed with British investors, marks a significant milestone in the state’s effort to boost development across multiple sectors. According to a statement issued by Adeleke’s […] The post Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Ship management key to maritime business recovery – Yvonne Ezekiel

…as experts call for legal, financial, operational reforms of Nigeria’s shipping industry Yvonne Ezekiel, managing partner at Olisa Agbakoba Legal read more Ship management key to maritime business recovery – Yvonne Ezekiel

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32 h. ago Court orders final forfeiture of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank’s N6.6bn shares, N42.4m, $26.44 in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja On Tuesday, April 15, Justice F.N. Ogazi of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, ordered the final forfeiture of 2,041,087,747 units of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank Plc shares, valued at N6,674,356,932.69, along with N42,461,096.66 and $26.44 in funds. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) traced these assets to Cititrust Holdings […] The post Court orders final forfeiture of Livingtrust Mortgage Bank’s N6.6bn shares, N42.4m, $26.44 in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Bauchi Govt Commits N872m To Improve Primary Health Services

  Bauchi State Government has reinforced its commitment to primary healthcare with the approval of N872.3 million as counterpart funding for the state’s Primary Healthcare Basket Fund. The announcement was made during a strategic health sector meeting held in the state capital on Wednesday. Deputy Governor Mohammed Auwal Jatau, who disclosed the development, said the […] The post Bauchi Govt Commits N872m To Improve Primary Health Services appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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