2 h. ago Nigeria’s Dandaura makes case for repatriation of African artefacts at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Emmanuel Dandaura of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025 in Barcelona, powerfully stressed the urgent need for restitution of Africa’s looted cultural heritage, placing Nigeria at the centre of global cultural diplomacy. Speaking as Chair of the Working Group that drafted the AU Model Law on the Protection of […] The post Nigeria’s Dandaura makes case for repatriation of African artefacts at UNESCO Mondiacult 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

Renowned Pan-Africanist and public intellectual, Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba, has issued a scathing critique of Africa’s persistent underdevelopment, questioning read more At 65, Nigeria must lead Africa in power and industry, Lumumba declares

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5 h. ago Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

Stakeholders in Africa’s retail industry have been advised to prioritise digitisation, skills development, and policy advocacy. These are seen as read more Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

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7 h. ago Munich Airport resumes operation after second drone scare in 24 hours

Tribune Online Munich Airport resumes operation after second drone scare in 24 hours Munich Airport said on Saturday morning that operations had “gradually resumed” but warned passengers of ongoing delays... Munich Airport resumes operation after second drone scare in 24 hours Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Nigeria’s transport crisis deepens despite massive investment

.As experts warn sector is on brink of collapse Sixty-five years after independence and decades of investment in infrastructure, Nigeria’s read more Nigeria’s transport crisis deepens despite massive investment

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9 h. ago NOUN Set To Host Africa’s Biggest Digital Learning Conference

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is preparing to host the MoodleMoot Africa 2025 Conference, set to be the largest digital learning event in Africa. The conference will take place from October 8 to 10 in Abuja, with over 24 countries and approximately 400 delegates expected to attend. Professor Olufemi Peters, the Vice Chancellor […]

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9 h. ago Global spotlight on Lagos as ‘Chaos in the Ring’ delivers Africa’s premier boxing show

Lagos came alive on October 1, Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary, as the continent’s biggest boxing spectacle — ‘Chaos in the Ring’ read more Global spotlight on Lagos as ‘Chaos in the Ring’ delivers Africa’s premier boxing show

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15 h. ago Nancy Isime, Toke Makinwa, others nominated for the African Fashion Designers Award

By Rita Okoye   The African Fashion Designers Award (AFDA) has proudly announced nominations for its 8th edition, themed ‘Fashion Bespoke Experience.’ This prestigious event will take place on November 16, 2025, at The Podium, Lekki, and promises to be a vibrant celebration of Africa’s rich cultural heritage and creative innovation in fashion. The awardees […] The post Nancy Isime, Toke Makinwa, others nominated for the African Fashion Designers Award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nigeria’s Power Sector Still Struggling Despite Reforms – President, Engineering Society

Former president of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Tasiu Gidari-Wudil, has warned that Nigeria’s electricity sector remains far from achieving the goals set out in the 2005 reform law, despite nearly two decades of policy changes and privatisation. He said that Nigeria’s installed capacity grew from 6,000 megawatts in 2005 to over 13,000 megawatts […]

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18 h. ago Demolition: We, Not Kojo Mensah, Authorised Suit Against FCTA, Says Property Firm

  A property firm, Houses For Africa, on Friday, said it authorised filing of a legal action against the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), following the recent unlawful demolition of structures in River Park Estate, on the order of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike. Consequently, the firm has denounced claims […]

Culture

20 h. ago Court Freezes 30 Osun LGs’ Accounts Amid Federal Allocation Dispute

The protracted legal battle over the control of local government allocations in Osun State intensified on Thursday, as the Oyo State High Court directed the United Bank for Africa (UBA) to freeze 30 accounts operated by the sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) council chairmen. The interim injunction, obtained by the currently elected 30 council chairmen, […] The post Court Freezes 30 Osun LGs’ Accounts Amid Federal Allocation Dispute appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria

…laments weak enforcement of NDPC law From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Accountability Lab Nigeria, a strong incubator for creative ideas for accountability and anti-corruption, has highlighted the importance of music, art, and other forms of storytelling in amplifying digital rights issues in Nigeria. The organization also highlighted the alarming rate of abuse and misuse of personal […] The post Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Edo: Complete roads or lose contracts, Works Minister warns contractors

Tribune Online Edo: Complete roads or lose contracts, Works Minister warns contractors The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has warned contractors handling Federal Roads across Edo State to expedite action and complete the projects by October 2025 or face contract termination... Edo: Complete roads or lose contracts, Works Minister warns contractors Tribune Online

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21 h. ago ECOWAS approves $308m for clean energy, industrial development in West Africa

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved $308.631 million to finance clean energy, industrial development, and sustainable read more ECOWAS approves $308m for clean energy, industrial development in West Africa

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22 h. ago ‘Who Cursed Us?: Patrick Lumumba Laments State Of Electricity Across Africa

The renowned activist expressed frustration with Africa’s inability to sustain constant power and questioned why such a basic need remains elusive. The post ‘Who Cursed Us?: Patrick Lumumba Laments State Of Electricity Across Africa appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago Team Nigeria Wins 6 Medals At Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship Day 1

Team Nigeria’s junior swimmers made a remarkable start at the ongoing 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship, securing two gold, one silver, and two bronze medals on the first day of competition, which commenced in Accra on Friday, October 3. Aidan Dumuje triumphed with two gold medals in the 200m freestyle and 100m backstroke events, […]

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23 h. ago “2014 Chibok Girls’ Abduction Still Haunts Me Till This Day” – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the 2014 Chibok girls abduction as a scar that will remain with him for life. Reflecting on the abduction of 276 schoolgirls from Chibok in Borno State, Jonathan said the tragic event left an indelible mark on his government and continues to haunt him. The former President made the […] The post “2014 Chibok Girls’ Abduction Still Haunts Me Till This Day” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Delays In Electoral Legal Framework May Affect 2027 Elections – INEC

  The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on amending the nation’s electoral legal framework. The commission warned that delays could cause setbacks in its preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, made this appeal on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in Abuja while […] The post Delays In Electoral Legal Framework May Affect 2027 Elections – INEC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Cassona Global Imaging Expands Access To Diagnostic Equipment In West Africa

Cassona Global Imaging Limited, a United States-based healthcare company with operations in West Africa, has called for stronger partnerships to expand access to affordable diagnostic imaging services in the region. At a dinner event to mark its third anniversary in Lagos, the chairman and CEO of Cassona, Dr. John Chigbu, said unlike traditional suppliers, the […]

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28 h. ago Africa must refine more at home to secure energy future — CORAN Boss

Momoh Jimah Oyarekhua is the President of Crude Oil Refinery-Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) and the Chairman of OPAC Refineries. read more Africa must refine more at home to secure energy future — CORAN Boss

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