3 h. ago Nigeria loses 1.2 billion US dollars to medical tourism yearly – Experts

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure Medical experts have decried the loss incurred by the Nigerian government to medical tourism yearly, lamenting that the country loses about 1.2 billion dollars to medical tourism annually. Experts and stakeholders in the health sector who gathered at the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, for the fourth annual Public Health […] The post Nigeria loses 1.2 billion US dollars to medical tourism yearly – Experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Medical tourism: $7bn leaving Nigeria annually due to lack of trust – NMA

By John Ogunsemore The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) says the country loses $7 billion annually on medical tourism because of a lack of trust in the local health system. Vice President of NMA, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu, said this as a guest on Arise News on Tuesday evening, days after former President Muhammadu Buhari died in […] The post Medical tourism: $7bn leaving Nigeria annually due to lack of trust – NMA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Experts seek end to war risk tag costing Nigeria $500m annually

•Urge global lobbying to scrap punitive surcharges By Steve Agbota                                    styvenchy@yahoo.com    Maritime and trade enthusiasts are genuinely worried over the scathing charges slapped on Nigerian shippers by offshore insurance firms despite the country being declared piracy-free since […] The post Experts seek end to war risk tag costing Nigeria $500m annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago IMF consultative report sparks debate on Nigeria’s economic path

Reactions, as usual, have followed the report issued by the IMF after its regular annual visit to Nigeria. The IMF read more IMF consultative report sparks debate on Nigeria’s economic path

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6 d. ago Gumel invites Nigerians to Olympic Marathon Walk scheduled for July 12

Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, the President of the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), will sponsor the Olympic Walk as part of the annual Nigeria Engineering Games, reports BSNSports.com.ng. The event is set to take place on July 12, 2025, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. In a statement to the press in Abuja, Gumel expressed […] The post Gumel invites Nigerians to Olympic Marathon Walk scheduled for July 12 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Malnutrition costs Nigeria over $1.5bn annually – Reps member

Tribune Online Malnutrition costs Nigeria over $1.5bn annually – Reps member Speaking at the event, Hon Okafor said the summit was convened to proffer solutions to the growing concern over the impact of malnutrition and inadequate food access on Nigerians Malnutrition costs Nigeria over $1.5bn annually – Reps member Tribune Online

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7 d. ago SOGHIN calls for urgent reforms in gastrointestinal, liver care

By Doris Obinna Society for Gastroenterology and Hepatology in Nigeria (SOGHIN) has called on the Federal Government and relevant stakeholders to urgently address pressing deficiencies in Nigeria’s healthcare system. It made the call at its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, with emphasis on critical […] The post SOGHIN calls for urgent reforms in gastrointestinal, liver care appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria loses over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of SSB Tax

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal government of Nigeria, is said to be losing over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of its Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has said, warning of the growing public health and economic toll of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) driven by unhealthy diets. At […] The post Nigeria loses over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of SSB Tax appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has reaffirmed its commitment to revitalising Nigeria’s healthcare system by supporting strategic projects that aim read more BOI pushes healthcare reform to curb $11bn medical tourism loss, brain drain

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1 week ago Edo: Okpebholo approves ₦1 billion annual bursary for tertiary students

By Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the sum of ₦1 billion as bursary support for students of Edo State origin in tertiary institutions across the country. The Governor, during a town hall meeting with young people in Edo State recently, pledged to look into a passionate request made by various […] The post Edo: Okpebholo approves ₦1 billion annual bursary for tertiary students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite

The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) will convene its flagship 52nd Annual General Meeting and Congress from July 17–19 at JAGZ Hotel, Ibadan. This year’s theme, “Charting Bold Paths Forward,” reflects the industry’s shared commitment to embracing innovation, resilience, and transformative leadership in a rapidly changing environment. The three-day gathering will feature a […] The post Makinde to declare 52nd AAAN AGM/Congress open as Ibadan hosts advertising elite appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Firm Commits To Public Sector Collaboration, Sustainable Marketing

Nigeria’s outdoor advertising platform, KekeAds, has reaffirmed its commitment to public sector collaboration and sustainable marketing through showcasing Environmental, Social, and Governance(ESG)-driven advertising innovation. The company also marked a significant milestone as a proud sponsor and exhibitor at the 2025 Annual National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) Conference, held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. […]

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1 week ago Nigeria eyes N3trn annual savings with cassava bioethanol project

Tribune Online Nigeria eyes N3trn annual savings with cassava bioethanol project Nigeria is already the world’s largest producer of cassava, but successive administrations have struggled to fully industrialise the sector. Nigeria eyes N3trn annual savings with cassava bioethanol project Tribune Online

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2 w. ago CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap

By Doris Obinna  The Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) Nigeria for the Global Fund and the National Assembly have called for urgent domestic funding to cover the gap created by an 11 per cent reduction in the Global Fund‘s allocation to Nigeria, from $970 million to $860 million This call was made on Tuesday in Lagos at the commencement of the three-day CCM Nigeria 70th Annual Retreat […] The post CCM Nigeria, stakeholders call for local support amid global funds gap appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Dangote’s petrol distribution to save Nigeria N1.7 trillion annually

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has launched a nationwide petrol distribution initiative that is projected to save the Nigerian economy an read more Dangote’s petrol distribution to save Nigeria N1.7 trillion annually

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2 w. ago CBN’s policies trigger inflation rate dip as growth prospects rise

By Michael Nwadike The significant drop in Nigeria’s inflation rate in May has been largely attributed to key policy implementation by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as well as monetary-fiscal policies alliance. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data showed that Nigeria’s annual inflation rate eased to 22.97 per cent in May from 23.71 […] The post CBN’s policies trigger inflation rate dip as growth prospects rise appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn

Tribune Online Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn This was disclosed on Friday by Mr Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings 2025 (AAM2025) in Abuja. Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Nigeria to earn over $500m from cement exports annually – Dangote

Nigeria stands to earn no less than $500 million from cement exports alone annually, according to Aliko Dangote, founder and read more Nigeria to earn over $500m from cement exports annually – Dangote

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3 w. ago NLNG announces winner, says it is igniting passion for science through quiz competition

… Says cleaner energy is new global focus The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) says the objective beneath its annual read more NLNG announces winner, says it is igniting passion for science through quiz competition

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3 w. ago Pollution: 14m Tonnes Of Plastic Obstructing World’s Oceans Annually – Minister

The federal government has said that about 14 million tonnes of plastic annually obstruct the world’s oceans, threatening Nigeria’s biodiversity, and impacting vital marine ecosystems. The Minister of Environment, Mr Balarabe Lawal, stated this on Wednesday at an Abuja-based training workshop for stakeholders on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programme. The workshop was organised by […]

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