12 m. ago NAICOM Sets July 2026 Deadline For New Insurance Capital Requirements

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has granted insurers and reinsurers a 12-month window to meet the new Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR) introduced under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. According to a circular issued by the Commission, all operators must comply with the revised MCR and applicable Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework on or […]

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27 m. ago Suspected Kidnappers Kill Boy In Anambra For Refusing To Sexually Assault Sister

  A yet-to-be-identified young boy has been gruesomely murdered by suspected kidnappers in Anambra State after he allegedly refused their order to sexually assault his own sister. The horrifying incident was made public by human rights activist and former Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Mr. Harrison Gwamnishu, through a statement […] The post Suspected Kidnappers Kill Boy In Anambra For Refusing To Sexually Assault Sister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 m. ago Yahoo boy dies after drinking ‘Juju’, herbalist flees in Nasarawa

From Abel Leonard, Lafia A supposed money-making charm has turned fatal in Nasarawa State, leaving a suspected Internet fraudster dead, his accomplice battling for life, and the herbalist who prepared it now on the run. The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed that the incident happened in the Mararaba area after the deceased, identified simply as […] The post Yahoo boy dies after drinking ‘Juju’, herbalist flees in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 m. ago Canadian judge an ignoramus – APC fires back over ‘terrorist party’ comment

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has hit back at Justice Phuong Ngo of the Federal Court of Canada, calling him an ‘ignoramus’ after he labelled the party and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) terrorist organisations. The exchange comes after a ruling that classified APC and the PDP as terrorist organisations was upheld by the Canadian […] The post Canadian judge an ignoramus – APC fires back over ‘terrorist party’ comment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 m. ago Ooni of Ife, Olanipekun, Jolapamo, others celebrate Otunba Olusola Adewumi at 60

By Lukman Olabiyi The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ogoga of Ikere, Oba Adejimi Adu Alagbado, alongside legal luminary Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), maritime industry leader Chief Isaac Jolapamo, and several other distinguished Nigerians, have celebrated the diamond jubilee of prominent businessman and philanthropist, Otunba Sola Adewumi. Adewunmi who […] The post Ooni of Ife, Olanipekun, Jolapamo, others celebrate Otunba Olusola Adewumi at 60 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 m. ago Recapitalisation: July 2026 deadline triggers insurance industry rat race

as component of capital remains unclear Insurance companies in Nigeria have been given twelve calendar months ending July 2026 to read more Recapitalisation: July 2026 deadline triggers insurance industry rat race

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57 m. ago SecureID CEO calls for shift from Nigeria’s current manufacturing model

Kofo Akinkugbe, founder and Group Managing Director, SecureID has called for a decisive shift from Nigeria’s current manufacturing model, one read more SecureID CEO calls for shift from Nigeria’s current manufacturing model

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61 m. ago FG: 67% Of Nigerian Inmates Awaiting Trial, Majority Are State Offenders

The Federal Government has revealed that approximately 67 per cent of inmates in correctional facilities across Nigeria are awaiting trial, with the majority being offenders prosecuted under state laws but held in federally managed centres. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this disclosure during an interview on  Channels Television programme, on Thursday, August 14. He […] The post FG: 67% Of Nigerian Inmates Awaiting Trial, Majority Are State Offenders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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75 m. ago Sokoto: Over 14,000 entrepreneurs benefit from the second phase of NG

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has announced that over 14, 000 residents across the state’s 244 wards are benefiting from the second phase of the Nigerian Community Actions For Resilience And Economic Stimulus NG-CARES Result Area 3.2 Programme, aimed at empowering small-scale businesses and promoting self-reliance. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony on […] The post Sokoto: Over 14,000 entrepreneurs benefit from the second phase of NG-CARES appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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90 m. ago Why Nigeria’s eastern CNG hub could redefine the nation’s energy future

Nigeria’s compressed natural gas sector is experiencing unprecedented momentum, with over $791 million in investments flowing into the ecosystem in read more Why Nigeria’s eastern CNG hub could redefine the nation’s energy future

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90 m. ago FCC: APC youth leader Onyirimba hails Tinubu over appointment of Peter Eze

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Director General of the Youth and Student Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the South East Youths Stakeholders Forum (SEYSF), Mazi Ezenwa Onyirimba, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Peter Ogbonna Eze as the Federal Character Commission (FCC) Commissioner representing Enugu State. In a […] The post FCC: APC youth leader Onyirimba hails Tinubu over appointment of Peter Eze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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93 m. ago Unlocking Africa’s supply chain power: How Nigeria can lead the next continental logistics revolution

Africa’s economy no longer lives in the future tense. With AfCFTA connecting a 1.3-billion-person market, the question before us is read more Unlocking Africa’s supply chain power: How Nigeria can lead the next continental logistics revolution

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1 hour ago Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Police Command have ordered the restriction of movements of motor vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles during Saturday’s bye elections in Bagwai, Shanono, Ghari and Tsanyawa LGAs of Kano State. A Thursday night statement by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said the restriction would commence […] The post Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Sovereign Bond Composite Notes: Unlocking Nigeria’s Growth Potential Through Safe Capital

“If not now, when? If not this product, then what?” — Dr. Sonnie Babatunde Ayere, CEO, DLM Capital Group Sovereign read more Sovereign Bond Composite Notes: Unlocking Nigeria’s Growth Potential Through Safe Capital

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1 hour ago Gbenga Biobaku & Co.; MAN hosts workshop with manufacturers, regulators to tackle counterfeiting and intellectual property protection in Nigeria

Gbenga Biobaku & Co. (GBC), in collaboration with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), successfully hosted an industry workshop themed read more Gbenga Biobaku & Co.; MAN hosts workshop with manufacturers, regulators to tackle counterfeiting and intellectual property protection in Nigeria

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1 hour ago APC has lost values you championed – Lauretta Onochie writes late Buhari

By Seyi Babalola Former Special Assistant on Digital and Social Media to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Lauretta Onochie, has written an emotional letter to her late former boss, expressing her displeasure with the All Progressives Congress (APC) since his departure from office. Onochie, who formerly served as Chairman of the Board of the Niger Delta Development […] The post APC has lost values you championed – Lauretta Onochie writes late Buhari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Bandit Kingpin Bello Turji Has Not Surrendered” – Defence HQ

The Defence Headquarters has dismissed reports claiming that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has surrendered to the military. Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, clarified the situation on Thursday, while briefing journalists in Abuja. “Simple answer to the question about terrorist leader, Bello Turji; Turji has not surrendered, we are still on […] The post “Bandit Kingpin Bello Turji Has Not Surrendered” – Defence HQ appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Power, profits, and pitfalls: Managing disputes in Nigerian energy transactions

Introduction: As reform efforts intensify within Nigeria’s energy sector and divestments continue, especially in the hydrocarbons subsector—many involving foreign entities read more Power, profits, and pitfalls: Managing disputes in Nigerian energy transactions

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3 h. ago FG Inaugurates MSME Committee To Strengthen Agric Value Chain

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has inaugurated the Implementation Technical Committee on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and the National Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives of Nigeria (NACCON). The mandate is strengthening the agricultural value chain, driving corporate partnerships, boosting economic growth, and creating more opportunities for Nigerian farmers. At the ceremony in […]

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3 h. ago EFCC To Arraign 23 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested At Hotel In Obasanjo Library In Ogun

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that it will arraign 23 suspected internet fraudsters at a Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday. On Thursday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale revealed that the 23 individuals scheduled for arraignment are among 93 people apprehended on Sunday at a hotel located within the Olusegun […] The post EFCC To Arraign 23 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested At Hotel In Obasanjo Library In Ogun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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