5 h. ago Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell

He will go home in a blaze of glory on July 4   By Vivian Onyebukwa Family, friends and religious gathered for the requiem mass held at Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Mushin, Lagos, in honour of Lagos business mogul, Chief Cajethan Amadi. No fewer than 10 Catholic priests, including the Episcopal Vicar of the Archdiocese […] The post Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange

Tribune Online Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange In a landmark moment for cultural diplomacy and cross-continental collaboration, the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria, in partnership with Filmhouse Group, welcomed a high-level Brazilian delegation to Filmhouse Cinemas – IMAX, Lekki, Lagos. The visit was part of a broader cultural and economic mission aimed at strengthening bilateral ties through the creative industries. […] Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members

By Lukman Olabiyi The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has called for unity among members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government poll, slated for Saturday, July 12. Meranda made the call following a strategic meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, between […] The post Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago LIST: PDP, APC, LP bigwigs currently in ADC coalition against Tinubu

Tribune Online LIST: PDP, APC, LP bigwigs currently in ADC coalition against Tinubu While some of these bigwigs from the three major parties have officially joined the ADC as a coalition platform ahead of the 2027 elections, some others have also expressed their readiness to support any LIST: PDP, APC, LP bigwigs currently in ADC coalition against Tinubu Tribune Online

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13 h. ago GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation

Tribune Online GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) is set to list its shares on the London Stock Exchange, having revealed plans to raise approximately $100 million through a fully marketed equity offering and transition from its current Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) structure. GTCO to list on London stock exchange, seeks $100m for recapitalisation Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners appoint Olumuyiwa as National Enforcement Director 

At a 3-day strategic meeting held at the Lekki Conservation Center, Lagos, by the Board of trustees (BoT) and the National Executive Council (NEC) of the National Association of Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners (NANTMP), formally announced the appointment of Prof. Babalola Muyiwa Ezekiel as its new National Enforcement Director. Babalola, a cosmo legend, global icon […] The post Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners appoint Olumuyiwa as National Enforcement Director  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, has reiterated his commitment to expanding Nigeria’s capital market to reach the excluded population, particularly those in the informal sector. Speaking at the second edition of the United Capital Asset Management Investment Forum held in Lagos, Agama said, “We must […] The post SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 1XBET Cup 2025: Organisers Pay Courtesy Visit To Lagos Lottery Board

The Organising Committee of the 1XBET Cup, in collaboration with its sponsors, 1XBET, paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Lottery Board ahead of the 2025 1XBET Cup championship. Speaking during the courtesy visit, Chairman of the Organising Committee and Consultant to the tournament, Engr Waidi Akanni, stressed the importance of the visit as […]

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17 h. ago Indonesia: At least five dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks near Bali

Tribune Online Indonesia: At least five dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks near Bali Many of the survivors are residents of the coastal town of Banyuwangi, while others come from more inland areas of Java, according to a list released by authorities. Indonesia: At least five dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks near Bali Tribune Online

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18 h. ago GTCO to join Seplat, Airtel listing on London Stock Exchange

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) plans to list on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), joining other Nigerian companies on read more GTCO to join Seplat, Airtel listing on London Stock Exchange

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20 h. ago Tems Launches Empowerment Platform To Support Women In Music Industry

Nigerian music star and producer Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has launched a new platform aimed at empowering women in Africa’s music industry. Titled the Leading Vibe Initiative, the programme will debut in Lagos on August 8 and 9. It is currently accepting applications from Nigerian female artistes, producers, and songwriters between the ages […] The post Tems Launches Empowerment Platform To Support Women In Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Lagos shuts down Purple Mall after fatal parking lot incident

The Lagos State Government has sealed off Purple Mall, a popular retail and lifestyle hub in Lekki, following the tragic read more Lagos shuts down Purple Mall after fatal parking lot incident

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24 h. ago Court Jails 2 Beninese, Others 5 Years For Trafficking 5.6kg Of Cocaine

Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced two Benin nationals and two Nigerians to five years in prison each for smuggling 5.622 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria. Justice Lewis-Allagoa jailed Fanou Mireille, also known as Fanoun Mireille, Noudeha Hilda, both from Benin, Akande Olayemi, also known as Akande […]

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25 h. ago Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade

By Steve Agbota Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has unveiled MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, the 349-TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) vessel is expected to […] The post Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport

Tribune Online Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport THE Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, initially built during World War II and expanded in 1979 with a new international terminal, is struggling to cope with the increasing demand of air travel. The airport’s passenger traffic has far exceeded its original design capacity of 200,000 passengers per year, with the current terminal handling […] Imperative of upgrading Murtala Mohammed International Airport Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Lagos, Interswitch launch BIMS to transform healthcare delivery

By Doris Obinna African technology, Interswitch has partnered with the Lagos State Government to launch a new digital Blood Inventory Management System (BIMS) and revamped Lagos State Blood Transfusion Committee (LSBTC) website. This milestone, achieved in June 2025, is part of the Lagos State Health Information Platform (Lagos SHIP), a broader digital initiative powered by […] The post Lagos, Interswitch launch BIMS to transform healthcare delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun

Tribune Online 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has expressed appreciation for the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recognition of the Federal Government’s ongoing reform efforts and the tangible progress achieved over the past two years. Edun said these reforms have contributed to notable improvements in Nigeria’s fiscal and external positions, […] 2025 Budget implementation focuses on safeguarding reform gains, ensuring economic stability —Edun Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Ignorance, ego and misunderstanding of names and titles in Africa

Tribune Online Ignorance, ego and misunderstanding of names and titles in Africa I have listened to many people in Nigeria while introducing themselves to say “My name is Dr. XYZ, My name is Prof. XYZ, My name is Chief XYZ,” etc. I recall that some years ago, someone was introduced, and the person got angry that Otunba was omitted from his name. Let me however correct this […] Ignorance, ego and misunderstanding of names and titles in Africa Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Court Rejects Mohbad’s Father’s Bid To Reverse DPP’s Clearance Of Naira Marley, Sam Larry

Justice Taiwo Olatokun of the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has dismissed the suit filed by Mr. Joseph Aloba, father of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The suit sought to invalidate the legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions, which exonerated Naira Marley, Sam Larry, and others from alleged […] The post Court Rejects Mohbad’s Father’s Bid To Reverse DPP’s Clearance Of Naira Marley, Sam Larry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Labour dispute: MWUN suspends ultimatum on Melsmore Marine, seeks peaceful resolution

Tribune Online Labour dispute: MWUN suspends ultimatum on Melsmore Marine, seeks peaceful resolution THE 21-day ultimatum by the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) to picket one of the nation’s leading pilotage companies, Melsmore Marine, has been suspended. This was sequel to productive deliberation between the union and the company management, which was held recently in Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria’s maritime capital. “We have had the first meeting with […] Labour dispute: MWUN suspends ultimatum on Melsmore Marine, seeks peaceful resolution Tribune Online

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