22 m. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank To Facilitate Access To Nigerian Naira Debt – Bloomberg

Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by Nigerian sovereign debt denominated in naira, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The initiative is reportedly designed to give international investors streamlined access to the elevated yields available in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation. The depositary notes will […]

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70 m. ago Owolabi Salis set to make history as first Nigerian astronaut

By Zika Bobby On June 21, 2025, a team of astronauts, including Owolabi Salis, will embark on a space exploration mission under Blue Origin. Salis, a U.S.-based lawyer and politician, will become the first Nigerian to venture into space. The astronauts are currently undergoing preparatory training at a desert camp to acclimatize themselves for the […] The post Owolabi Salis set to make history as first Nigerian astronaut appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Shaping future lawyers: Jurists advocate curriculum review for digital world

as UNILAG’s Faculty of Law holds a special public lecture Nigerian jurists and scholars have advocated for curriculum review, especially read more Shaping future lawyers: Jurists advocate curriculum review for digital world

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3 h. ago Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace

•Analysts see lenders surpassing N500bn mark By Chinwendu Obienyi Six top Nigerian banks are on course to exceed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s minimum capital requirement of N500 billion, Daily Sun’s findings have shown. The big lenders; Zenith Bank, Access Holdings, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), FBN Holdings, Fidelity […] The post Top banks build N2.4trn capital buffer as recapitalisation gains pace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago AMID RISING INSECURITY: Armed Forces Committed To Your Safety, Federal Gov’t Assures Nigerians

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged Nigerians not to see the Nigerian Armed Forces as a foreign entity but as a force for protection. He said it was time for Nigerians to reclaim ownership of the Armed Forces and see it as an integral part of our national family. The […]

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9 h. ago We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele

The Nigerian Senate has pledged to carry out rigorous oversight on the implementation of the N1.8 trillion Rivers State 2025 budget. The senate as promised to focus on sector-by-sector project delivery to ensure transparency, accountability, and real impact for citizens. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Chairman of the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers Emergency, […] The post We’ll Track Rivers Budget Sector By Sector To Ensure Accountability – Senator Bamidele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that its counter-insurgency and other security operations conducted in the last two years led to the killing of 6,260 terrorists, while 14,138 terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminals were apprehended in joint military operations conducted across the country. The troops also rescued 5,365 kidnapped […] The post Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Codix Bio to make HIV, Malaria test kits amid US funding cuts

Nigerian pharmaceutical firm Codix Bio Ltd is set to begin the local production of millions of rapid diagnostic test kits read more Codix Bio to make HIV, Malaria test kits amid US funding cuts

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12 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m

Tribune Online Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday ordered the remand of two self-proclaimed Islamic clerics, Saheed Atanda Aremu and Tolani Osuolale, at the Nigerian Correctional Centre over their alleged involvement in a ₦280 million fraud scheme targeting a medical doctor. Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Bandits Kill 24 As Police Rescue 4 Victims In Katsina Communities

At least 24 persons, including 20 farmers, three other residents, and a member of the Community Watch Corps have been killed by armed bandits in separate attacks on communities in Kankara local government area of Katsina State. Residents said the attacks occurred across several villages within the past week, deepening fears among locals in one […]

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13 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg

Tribune Online BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by... BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to view the Armed Forces as fellow countrymen and partners in progress, rather than as aliens, as they are often perceived. This is just as the CDS noted that the relationship between the military and the civilian population […] The post We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 6,260 Terrorists Killed, 5,365 Civilians Rescued In 2 Years — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that a total of 6,260 terrorists have been killed across the country through joint military operations in the past two years. This is just as the troops also recovered stolen products worth over N83 billion within the period. Deputy Director Defence Media Operations, Brig.-Gen. Ibrahim Abu-Mawashi revealed this while […]

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17 h. ago Federal Gov’t Borrowing Must Be Strategic, Beneficial To Nigerians – Rewane

Renowned economist and Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has advised the Federal Government to adopt a more strategic approach to borrowing, stressing that loans must be tied to productive ventures that benefit the Nigerian people. Rewane spoke on Thursday on Channels Television’s ‘Business Morning’ show, monitored by our correspondent. He emphasised […]

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18 h. ago Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has assured Nigerians of improved quality of telecom services within the next two months. The Commission gave the assurance during a media engagement in Abuja on Thursday. The Commission said there are ongoing investments in infrastructure and enhanced collaboration with industry players to guarantee this feat. […] The post Nigerians should expect improved quality of telecom services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares

Nigerian singer and activist Seun Kuti has declared that Omoyele Sowore, a political activist and media publisher, is more competent than Peter Obi, a former Anambra governor, sparking discussions about political leadership in the country. During a live stream shared on X on Thursday, Kuti also condemned kidnappers, bandits, herdsmen, and corrupt elites, addressing the […] The post “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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