2 h. ago Digital lending reshaping microfinance, expanding access to credit – Assets MFB CEO

The microfinance subsector has become a critical stakeholder in driving financial inclusion. Against this background, the Chief Executive Officer of Assets Micro Finance Bank, Emmanuel Bassey, dwells on the role and challenges facing the subsector in a chat with OLUWAKEMI ABIMBOLA Recently, the Central Bank of Nigeria data revealed that 95.66 per cent of bank Read More

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2 h. ago SMEs must embrace innovation to compete smartly, expert warns

The Chief Executive Officer and Lead Innovator at Lalaa Consulting, Demola Aderibigbe, has warned that small and medium-sized enterprises in Nigeria must harness creativity and innovation if they are to thrive and compete with dominant industry players. Aderibigbe made the call during the maiden edition of the Academy of Creativity, Innovation & Disruption (ACID), which Read More

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2 h. ago Group faults smear campaign against Patience Jonathan over accused domestic workers’ trial

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa A group, Bayelsa Renaissance, has faulted what it called an ongoing smear campaign against former Nigerian First Lady, Mrs Patience Jonathan, over the arrest and trial of those involved in the 2019 burglary of her home in Otuoke, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The group declared as “false and […] The post Group faults smear campaign against Patience Jonathan over accused domestic workers’ trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Plateau killing: Tinubu vows to apprehend, punish attackers severely

• Commiserates with victims’ families From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has vowed that the gunmen who killed many people in communities in Plateau State will be apprehended and face severe punishment under the law. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences […] The post Plateau killing: Tinubu vows to apprehend, punish attackers severely appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 2027: Promoters Of North Central Presidency Consult Critical Stakeholders

Two years to the 2027 general election, a coalition under the auspices of North Central Renaissance Movement (NCRM) has intensified its advocacy for the country’s presidency to be ceded to the North Central geopolitical zone. Consequently, the coalition has held high-level consultations with prominent figures in the zone comprising Niger, Kogi, Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, Kwara […]

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3 h. ago 10 Years After, Nigeria Fails To Enforce Tobacco Control Act

Ten years after signing the National Tobacco Control Act, the federal government has yet to implement the law. The law, which was assented to by former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, was intended to reduce tobacco consumption and shield the public, especially the youths, from the health hazards of smoking. This inaction on the legislation […]

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3 h. ago Trump’s Tariffs: Experts Challenge Nigeria, Others On Regional Integration

As the retaliatory tariffs announced by United States (US) President Donald Trump continue to send shockwaves across the globe, economic and financial experts, an ex-envoy, and other industry stakeholders have charged the Nigerian government and other African leaders to embark on trade and economic integration to save the continent from the looming global recession. They […]

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4 h. ago Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin as Tinubu seeks support for monarch

Oyo town came alive on Saturday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged to witness the coronation of Oba Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Some of the dignitaries at the event included President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Speaker Read More

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4 h. ago N144trn debt: Economic experts renew calls for improved policies

By Chinwendu Obienyi Economic experts have renewed calls for improved debt management policies in Nigeria, following the country’s mounting debt burden of N144.7 trillion as of December 2024, highlighting the urgent need for integrated strategies to address fiscal imbalances and ensure long-term sustainability. Latest figure disclosed by the Debt Management Office (DMO) in its report […] The post N144trn debt: Economic experts renew calls for improved policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Navy confiscates vessels carrying illicit arms, crude oil in Niger Delta

By Philip Nwosu In a sweeping crackdown on crude oil theft and illegal refining activities, the Nigerian Navy says it seized large quantities of stolen crude oil, intercepted arms shipments, and destroyed several illegal refining sites across the Niger Delta during its operations in March. The Navy’s latest offensive, conducted under Operation Delta Sanity II, […] The post Navy confiscates vessels carrying illicit arms, crude oil in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Anambra Nov 8 guber: Soludo, Moghalu, emerge APGA, LP candidates

Chukwuma quits APC, Okonkwo withdraws from party’s guber primary • Cites ethical, security concerns as reason   By Chinelo Obogo (Lagos), Romanus Ugwu (Abuja) and Aloysius Attah (Onitsha)   Ahead of the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has emerged the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) with Dr George […] The post Anambra Nov 8 guber: Soludo, Moghalu, emerge APGA, LP candidates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Implement more NNPCL CSR projects in tertiary institutions, NANS tasks Ojulari 

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta    The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, to increase and implement the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects of the company in tertiary institutions across the country.  NANS noted that although the […] The post Implement more NNPCL CSR projects in tertiary institutions, NANS tasks Ojulari  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth

By Chukwuma Umeorah Access Bank Plc, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity.  Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that […] The post Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Kugbo market to drive local, national economic growth –  Mahmoud

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Mariya Mahmoud, at the  official inauguration of phase 1 Kugbo International Market constructed by the Abuja Investment Company Limited, (AICL), has said that the market is poised to enhance local and national economies by fostering trade and commerce.  She emphasised that the market […] The post Kugbo market to drive local, national economic growth –  Mahmoud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Structural safety: Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges

By Chukwuma Umeorah Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to the Lagos State Government and relevant authorities to close the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge after uncovering critical safety threats, including severe structural damage caused by dredging activities during a recent inspection of major bridges in the state. During his inspection of […] The post Structural safety: Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Quincy Ayodele clears the air on Iluyomade’s removal as City of David pastor

A socialite and natural medicine practitioner, Quincy Ayodele, has said that contrary to speculations, the former pastor in charge of the Redeemed Christian Church Of God (City of David Chapel) on Victoria Island, Lagos, Idowu Iluyomade, did not “rebel” against the church, adding that he served his suspension term at the Ebute Metta branch of Read More

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5 h. ago Doctors don’t reject patients but refer critical cases, experts say

Medical experts have said no hospital or doctor deliberately rejects patients but rather refers them to specialist hospitals if their cases exceed the capacity of the facility. The clarification follows a recent outcry by a man, Akinbosola Folajimi, who alleged that a hospital refused to treat his pregnant wife, Kemi, despite being in visible distress. Read More

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5 h. ago VIDEO: American man questions Nigeria’s citizenship law after failing to get passport through wife

An American man married to a Nigerian woman has gone viral after publicly lamenting his inability to obtain Nigerian citizenship, highlighting what he calls a glaring gender-based inequality in the country’s constitution. In the video which started trending on X on Saturday, the man, visibly baffled, appealed to Nigerians for answers. The couple, who are Read More

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6 h. ago Vice Chancellor’s job most challenging CEO position in the world –Prof Fatusi, ex

By Bamigbola Gbolagunte Prof. Adesegun Fatusi is a renowned medical expert and administrator who has served as the Provost, College of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile-Ife. From there, he was  appointed as the Vice Chancellor of the Ondo State-owned University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo. Few weeks ago he completed his tenure. In […] The post Vice Chancellor’s job most challenging CEO position in the world –Prof Fatusi, ex-UNIMED VC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FX market: CBN injects $198 million to boost liquidity, stabilize trading

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a move to stabilize the foreign exchange market and ensure adequate liquidity, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday, intervened by injecting US$197.71 million through sales to Authorized Dealers. CBN Director, Financial Markets Department, Omolara Duke in a circular at the weekend, said that the intervention was necessary due […] The post FX market: CBN injects $198 million to boost liquidity, stabilize trading appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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