52 m. ago 2026 WCQ: Haaland grabs 5 goals, Aasgaard 4 as Norway demolish Moldova

By John Ogunsemore Erling Haaland and Thelo Aasgaard grabbed five and four goals respectively as Norway thrashed Moldova 11-1 in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday night. The Manchester City striker scored Norway’s second of the night after Felix Horn Myhre opened the floodgates in the sixth minute. He grabbed four more, with two […] The post 2026 WCQ: Haaland grabs 5 goals, Aasgaard 4 as Norway demolish Moldova appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 m. ago NSCDC Apprehends 5 Suspects Over Illegal Fuel Dealing In Zamfara

The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended five suspected people allegedly dealing with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) linked to bandits activities. Parading the exhibits of the illegal PMS belonging to the suspects yesterday, the state commandant Sani Mustapha, said the arrests of the suspects was carried out […]

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90 m. ago Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets

Tribune Online Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets • faults establishment of six fish processing plants The Nigerian Trawlers Owners Association (NITOA)has revealed that the plan by the Federal Government to establish six new Fish Processing Plants by end of 2025, as stated in the Marine and Blue Economy policy, remains a talk-show as nothing significant as happened since the policy was unveiled […] Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Experts urge W/African lawmakers to guard against reckless borrowing

Some experts have urged West African lawmakers to step up oversight of debt management as unchecked public borrowing posed a read more Experts urge W/African lawmakers to guard against reckless borrowing

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2 h. ago How Olomu transformed Nigeria’s busiest port, Apapa, within 16 months

Tribune Online How Olomu transformed Nigeria’s busiest port, Apapa, within 16 months In just 16 months, the Customs Area Controller of the Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), ACG Babatunde Olomu, transformed the nation’s busiest port, Apapa, into a powerhouse of revenue generation and enforcement, contributing a staggering N3.7trillion into government coffers while tightening security through high-profile seizures, writes TOLA ADENUBI. On Tuesday, 2nd September, […] How Olomu transformed Nigeria’s busiest port, Apapa, within 16 months Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Attacks on schools globally surge by staggering 44%, Nigeria ranks 4th – UN

Attacks on schools in conflict zones around the world have increased by a “staggering 44 per cent” over the past read more Attacks on schools globally surge by staggering 44%, Nigeria ranks 4th – UN

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2 h. ago Tuggar hails Niang’s appointment as Senegal’s Foreign Affairs Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has hailed his counterpart, Amb. Cheikh Niang, on his appointment as Minister read more Tuggar hails Niang’s appointment as Senegal’s Foreign Affairs Minister

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2 h. ago NITDA, Kaspersky sign strategic MoU to strengthen Nigeria’s digital defences

Tribune Online NITDA, Kaspersky sign strategic MoU to strengthen Nigeria’s digital defences In a decisive move to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity landscape, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global cybersecurity leader, Kaspersky. The agreement, signed as a sideline activity at the just-concluded GTIEX Nigeria in Lagos, marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey and its commitment […] NITDA, Kaspersky sign strategic MoU to strengthen Nigeria’s digital defences Tribune Online

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2 h. ago 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has clarified that the controversial 5 per cent fuel surcharge contained in the newly signed Nigerian Tax Administration Act 2025 is not a new levy and will not take effect automatically in 2026. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who addressed journalists in […] The post 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Entrepreneurs gain export skills at Lagos Mainland Trade Fair

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) played a key role at the maiden edition of the Lagos Mainland Trade Fair, where it took bold steps to enhance the export capabilities of Nigerian entrepreneurs. At the fair, Senior Trade Officers Nancy Okpa and Olamide Olatunde of NEPC trained vendors on international trade procedures. Entrepreneurs were taught […] The post Entrepreneurs gain export skills at Lagos Mainland Trade Fair appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to grow the country’s diaspora reserve to one billion dollars by 2026, building on current inflows of about 600 million dollars. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the CBN, disclosed this on Tuesday at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of […] The post CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago InnovateNaija Challenge: NASENI’s N250m Competition Shaping Nigeria’s Infrastructure Future

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has taken another significant step to boost innovation in the country with the recent launch of the InnovateNaija Challenge, a nationwide movement designed to discover and empower the nation’s brightest minds. The launch of this creative idea during the important meeting of the Gulf Information Technology […]

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3 h. ago Dialogue key to solving 70% of N’Central’s security issues –Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has emphasised that nearly 70 percent of the North Central’s security problems are resolvable through community-centred, nonviolent approaches. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for North Central Nigeria, Abiodun Essiet, stated this yesterday during a capacity-building training session for the North-Central stakeholders at the State House […] The post Dialogue key to solving 70% of N’Central’s security issues –Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago PAP disowns 5,000 Itsekiri graduates of Novena varsity, denies owing any institution

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Presidential Amnesty Programme has denied owing school fees of 5,000 students of Itsekiri extraction in Novena University, Ogume, Delta State. It said in a statement yesterday that the agency is not owing fees in Novena or any institution within or outside the country. The agency was reacting to claims by […] The post PAP disowns 5,000 Itsekiri graduates of Novena varsity, denies owing any institution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has intensified its focus on skill acquisition as a primary strategy for job creation. This initiative was highlighted at the National Council on Skills meeting chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, with key stakeholders including state governors and the Minister of Education. Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, […] The post FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine-tunes bill for National Council on Skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Leadway promises bumper returns with PAL Pensions acquisition

By Henry Uche Leadway Holdings Limited (“Leadway”) has said that its contributors and stakeholders can look ahead with confidence to a stable, transparent, and sustainable financially – secured future, as it has reached an agreement to acquire 100% equity interest in Pensions Alliance Limited (“PAL”), a leading Pension Fund Administrator (PFA). A statement from the […] The post Leadway promises bumper returns with PAL Pensions acquisition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NASO denies reports of EFCC probe over unpaid royalties to NPA

By Steve Agbota            Contrary to reports suggesting that stevedores are being hounded by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged non-payment of royalties owed to the government, the National Association of Stevedore Operators (NASO) has clarified that no individual or group, including stevedores, has the right to withhold […] The post NASO denies reports of EFCC probe over unpaid royalties to NPA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago How the state of schools and student’s living standard can invalidate curriculum change

Tribune Online How the state of schools and student’s living standard can invalidate curriculum change By: Kazeem Olalekan The public excitement that followed the inclusion of digital literacy and even artificial intelligence courses in Nigeria’s secondary school curriculum is, quite misplaced and laughable. Frankly, many public schools today are little more than glorified “under-the-tree” learning centers. They are shadows of what they once were. Very few, if any, can boast […] How the state of schools and student’s living standard can invalidate curriculum change Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Artificial Intelligence: Balancing innovation, deception, consumer protection

By Chinenye Anuforo chinenyeanuforo@gmail.com For many players in the 21st century, artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a welcomed disruptor, but probably the best innovation of mankind. But beyond the buzz around it lies many dark issues, especially on credibility, begging for illumination. Realistically speaking, AI is no longer just a tool for answering questions […] The post Artificial Intelligence: Balancing innovation, deception, consumer protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Zinox, KongaCares to equip 1m Nigerian students with computers

By Chinenye Anuforo   Zinox Technologies, in partnership with KongaCares, has launched the Computerise Nigeria Initiative, a programme designed to provide at least one million Nigerian students with laptops and supporting digital infrastructure. The initiative was unveiled at GITEX Nigeria 2025 held recently in Lagos. The scheme, described as one of the boldest corporate social […] The post Zinox, KongaCares to equip 1m Nigerian students with computers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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