84 m. ago Experts Blame Weak Law Enforcement For Digital Rights Violation

A Digital Rights expert Friday Odeh has attributed weak enforcement of existing laws and limited public awareness to increase in digital rights violation of Nigerians. Odeh who is the Country Director of Accountability Lab Nigeria, disclosed this in Makurdi during a One-Day Digital Rights Roundtable Engagement for Civil Society Organizations,(CSOs) Government officials and the media […]

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87 m. ago TETFund To Establish 18 New Innovation Hubs In Tertiary Institutions

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced plans to establish 18 new Innovation Hubs across tertiary institutions in 2025 to strengthen Nigeria’s research and innovation. The executive secretary of TETFund, Arch. Sonny Echono, disclosed this at the closing ceremony of the 30th Cohort of the Research for Impact (R4i) initiative, held at Innov8 Technology […]

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1 hour ago Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

Experts in Nigeria’s financial sector have explored ways Nigerians can access credit opportunities and become financially literate in a bid read more Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

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2 h. ago 2027: Shehu Sani declares interest in Kaduna central senatorial seat

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has announced his intention to contest for re-election in the 2027 general elections. Sani made the declaration on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Fitr message at his residence in Kaduna. “Any politician contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to vie for. If the conditions Read More

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2 h. ago BusinessDay Media ranked among top business and financial digital platforms in Nigeria

The position of BusinessDay Media as a leading business and financial digital news platform in Nigeria has been underscored by read more BusinessDay Media ranked among top business and financial digital platforms in Nigeria

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2 h. ago Tinubu’s bold decisions will benefit Nigerians – Ortom’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Terver Akase, media aide to former Benue governor, Samuel Ortom said President Bola Tinubu has made some bold decisions that his predecessors could not. He identified these decisions as removal of fuel subsidy and local government autonomy. Akase said that while fuel subsidy removal has brought deep pains to Nigerians, those will […] The post Tinubu’s bold decisions will benefit Nigerians – Ortom’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Amid Environmental Concerns, NEITI Plans Probe Of $6.033bn Divestments By IOCs

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has announced a comprehensive review of divestments involving 26 oil blocks worth $6.033 billion by five International Oil Companies (IOCs). The transactions include notable sales such as Shell to Renaissance ($2.4 billion), ExxonMobil to Seplat ($1.28 billion), and TotalEnergies to Chappal ($860 million). NEITI’s executive secretary, Dr. Orji […]

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2 h. ago Sallah: Kebbi Gov says his administration will be fair to all

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has noted that his administration would be just and fair to all the people of the state. Idris, who stated this while speaking to newsmen immediately after the Eid-el-Fitr prayer in Birnin Kebbi, said his administration would be guided by the principles of justice […] The post Sallah: Kebbi Gov says his administration will be fair to all appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Organisers to announce entries for 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge

Following the closure of the 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge submissions, over 150 African young change-makers are waiting read more Organisers to announce entries for 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge

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3 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana Says nation’s economy failing HUMAN Rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for his recent pronouncement of a state of emergency in River State, describing the nation’s number one citizen as giving out what he refused to accept then as Lagos State governor. Falana, who was speaking at a webinar tagged, “Civilian Coup? […] Rivers emergency rule: It’s surprising Tinubu is giving out what he refused to accept as Lagos governor —Falana Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies

Tribune Online Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies NIGERIAN banks are increasingly relying on costly short-term commercial papers (CPs) to address liquidity challenges as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) enforces stringent cash reserve policies, driving up deposit costs, Bloomberg reports. Access Holdings Plc, Nigeria’s largest bank by assets, the Providus Bank Limited N100.00 billion Commercial Paper Programme registration of the NOVA Merchant […] Banks turn to commercial papers amidst increasing deposit costs, high CR policies Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

Introduction Africa stands on the brink of a technological revolution. With the announcement of Cassava Technologies’ AI Factory, the continent read more Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

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4 h. ago Syria’s interim president says new authorities can’t satisfy everyone

Syria’s interim President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, said on Monday that a new transitional government would aim for consensus in rebuilding the war-torn country but acknowledged it would be unable to satisfy everyone. The transitional 23-member cabinet — without a prime minister — was announced Saturday, more than three months after Sharaa’s Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham Read More

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7 h. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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9 h. ago Uninsured Heritage Bank depositors to receive first payout – NDIC

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced that the first tranche of liquidation dividends for uninsured depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank will be declared in April 2025. The disclosure was made in a press statement released by the Acting Head of Communication & Public Affairs, NDIC, Hawwau Gambo, on Sunday. According to the statement, Read More

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10 h. ago Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy

Tribune Online Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy AMIDST Africa’s vibrant landscape, where the energy of youth is both tangible and inspiring, stands a guiding light of hope and change: the Nigerian Youth Academy. With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria’s burgeoning population of young people is eager to redefine their futures. It is within this dynamic environment that the Nigerian Youth Academy sets […] Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Disregard rumour, Osun safe, peaceful, govt tells holidaymakers

The Osun State Government has reassured holidaymakers that the state is safe and peaceful, despite recent social media claims to the contrary.  The government urged visitors to disregard rumours and explore the state during their stay. The reassurances come in the wake of recent communal clashes in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun communities that resulted Read More

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11 h. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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12 h. ago “With Tinubu, I Don’t Think Nigeria Is In Trouble” – Daddy Freeze

Controversial media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, widely known as Daddy Freeze, has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed his faith in Nigeria. He asserted that the President’s policies have given citizens a renewed sense of hope. He called on Nigerians to exercise patience with the President and his policies, stressing that the nation’s longstanding […] The post “With Tinubu, I Don’t Think Nigeria Is In Trouble” – Daddy Freeze appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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