56 h. ago My journey to becoming Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 –Chidimma Adetshina

By Christy Anyanwu     Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, the newly crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, shares her inspiring story of perseverance and determination. Born on January 8, 2001, Chidimma is a Nigerian-South African beauty pageant titleholder who represented Nigeria at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant in Mexico, finishing as the first runner-up. I’ve learned […] The post My journey to becoming Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 –Chidimma Adetshina appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s real estate funds earn N2.26bn in rent as demand rises

Nigerian listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reported a rental income of N2.26 billion for the fiscal year 2024, driven read more Nigeria’s real estate funds earn N2.26bn in rent as demand rises

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4 d. ago Big banks brand value inches up on rate hike, digital adoption

The brand value of Nigeria’s largest banks recorded marginal growth in 2024, largely attributed to the high interest rate environment read more Big banks brand value inches up on rate hike, digital adoption

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s largest oil palm maker hands shareholders with record gains

as Ghana’s Oil Palm acquisition propels earnings growth in 2024 Presco Plc, Nigeria’s largest palm oil producer, delivered a read more Nigeria’s largest oil palm maker hands shareholders with record gains

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4 d. ago Japa: Association raises the alarm as over 15,000 nurses leave Nigeria in 2024

The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives has called on the Federal Government to shift focus from expanding nursing education to addressing the systemic issues driving the mass emigration of nurses, popularly known as the Japa syndrome. The association expressed concern over persistent challenges, noting that as of February 2025, nearly 15,500 nurses had left Read More

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4 d. ago Flood: 321 deaths recorded, 1,373,699 people affected in 2024—FG

By Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has revealed that 321 deaths were recorded due to flooding in 2024. It also affected 1,373,699 people across 217 local government areas in 34 states. Through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the government reported that 740,734 people were displaced. Plus, 2,854 individuals suffered injuries of varying degrees. […] The post Flood: 321 deaths recorded, 1,373,699 people affected in 2024—FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt catholic diocese

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Holy Father, Pope Francis, has approved the appointment of Bishop Patrick Eluke as the new Apostolic Administrator of the Catholic Diocese of Port Harcourt. This followed the resignation of Bishop Camillus Archibong Etukudoh, who in August 2024, attained the retirement age of 75. The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) in a […] The post Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt catholic diocese appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt Diocese

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja Pope Francis has named Bishop Patrick Eluke as the new Apostolic Administrator of the Catholic Diocese of Port Harcourt. This follows the resignation of Bishop Camillus Archibong Etukudoh, who reached the retirement age of 75 in August 2024. The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) announced this in a statement on Wednesday. […] The post Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt Diocese appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria Posted $6.83bn Balance Of Payment Surplus In 2024 — CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus of $6.83 billion for the 2024 financial year, marking a decisive turnaround from deficits of $3.34 billion in 2023 and $3.32 billion in 2022, according to a statement issued by the apex bank on Wednesday. “This improvement reflects the impact of […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria posts $6.83bn balance of payments surplus in 2024 – CBN

…Says signals economic resurgence Personal remittance rise to $20.9bn The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a Balance of read more Nigeria posts $6.83bn balance of payments surplus in 2024 – CBN

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5 d. ago NDIC to pay first tranche of liquidation dividends to Heritage Bank depositors

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced plans to pay the first tranche of liquidation dividends to depositors of Heritage Bank, whose operating licence was revoked by the Central Bank of Nigeria on June 3, 2024. According to the NDIC Managing Director/Chief Executive, Bello Hassan, the corporation has made significant progress in disposing of the Read More

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6 d. ago Mobile money transactions surged to $1.7trn in 2024 –GSMA Report

By Chinwendu Obienyi Mobile money platforms processed about 108 billion transactions valued at $1.68 trillion in 2024, the latest report from the Global System for Mobile Communications Association’s (GSMA) “State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2025,” report released on Tuesday said. GSMA’s mobile money programme works to advance the mobile money ecosystem of […] The post Mobile money transactions surged to $1.7trn in 2024 –GSMA Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago At LEADERSHIP Conference Today: Stakeholders Brainstorm On Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism

Vice President Kashim Shettima will today lead other eminent personalities and key stakeholders in the Nigerian nation to discuss the theme of this year’s LEADERSHIP Conference and Awards 2024, “The Challenges and Opportunities in Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism.” The much-awaited one-of-a-kind award, held annually by LEADERSHIP Group, Nigeria’s most influential newspaper, takes place at the Old […]

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8 d. ago UNIDO, Federal Gov’t Sign Pact To Promote Nigeria’s Industrial Development

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the Federal Government  have signed a 4 -year Programme Country Partnership (PCP) Flagship Strategy (2024 – 2028) to support the government of Nigeria in promoting and accelerating inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Nigeria. The historic pact was signed between UNIDO and   the Federal Ministry of Budget and […]

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9 d. ago Burna Boy, Tyla Lead As African Artists Earned $58m On Spotify In 2024

Nigeria and South Africa’s music industries hit new heights in 2024, earning a combined $58 million in royalties from Spotify alone, according to the streaming giant’s latest report. Spotify, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that African music genres—particularly Nigeria’s Afrobeats and South Africa’s Amapiano—have seen “extraordinary growth across Sub-Saharan Africa’s music industries,” with […]

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1 week ago Nigeria contributed N247 billion to sovereign wealth fund in 2024

The Nigerian Federation contributed N247 billion to the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Nigeria’s sovereign wealth fund, in 2024. This read more Nigeria contributed N247 billion to sovereign wealth fund in 2024

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1 week ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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1 week ago Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts

Tribune Online Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts Surrogacy has been described as a pathway to modern development in Nigeria, as it serves as a beacon of hope for those struggling with infertility or seeking alternative family-building options. ALSO READ: Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy This was the discuss at the Hanniel’s Noble legal practitioners maiden […] Surrogacy pathway to modern development in Nigeria — Experts Tribune Online

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1 week ago Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm

Tribune Online Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm It can be recalled that the multi-billion Naira remodelled Government House was commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on 18th May 2024. Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm Tribune Online

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1 week ago Manufacturers regaining confidence as forex stabilises – MAN

Manufacturers are optimistic about the stability of the sector following a challenging period of unsold inventory and economic uncertainty, according to the Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, George Onafowokan. The PUNCH reported in 2024 that the MAN Ogun State chairman lamented the unsold inventory of members rising to N350bn due Read More

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