20 m. ago Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically

By Chinwendu Obienyi Wema Bank Plc has confirmed that the payment of its approved 2024 dividend to its shareholders will commence on May 22 and will be made exclusively through electronic channels. The bank in a corporate disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) signed by its company secretary, Johnson Lebile, stated that a final […] The post Wema Bank shareholders to receive 2024 dividends electronically appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 m. ago Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts

By Chinwendu Obienyi   Sage Grey Finance Limited, a financial institution has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices, while becoming a participatory member of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact initiative — a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices. With the announcement, Sage Grey Finance […] The post Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 m. ago 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG

By Uche Usim The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised concerns that the 2025 budget proposal has failed to sufficiently address the critical need for electricity tariff reforms. The group warned that this oversight could undermine efforts to attract private-sector investment and compromise the financial sustainability of the power sector. In a report titled […] The post 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 m. ago NCAA to sanction unlicensed airports, airstrips from January 2026

•Considers review of N30m permit fee   By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that, starting January 1, 2026, all local airports and airstrips operating without valid permits will be sanctioned. The declaration was made during the inaugural Airstrip Owners/Operators Stakeholders Engagement, held in Lagos on Monday. The Director of Aerodrome […] The post NCAA to sanction unlicensed airports, airstrips from January 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 m. ago PenCom plans recovery of N1.3bn pension debt from media houses

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has stated that newspaper organisations owe over N1.3 billion in unpaid pension contributions for journalists. This was disclosed by the Director General of PenCom, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, who led a delegation to the Nigerian Press Council in Abuja. According to a statement from the Commission on […] The post PenCom plans recovery of N1.3bn pension debt from media houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 m. ago Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more

Guinness Nigeria Plc, a leading beverage alcohol company, is commemorating 75 bold and impactful years – a celebration of heritage, innovation and deep-rooted connection to the Nigerian people. Established in 1950 and opening its first brewery in Lagos in 1962 – the very first Guinness brewery outside Ireland and the UK – Guinness Nigeria has […] The post Guinness Nigeria celebrates 75 years of brewing greatness, building for more appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 m. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu

•It’s a movement –Oborevwori   From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions. He stated this while […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 m. ago Delta Defections: Tinubu, APC Firm Grip On Inherited PDP Structure

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his political party, the All Progressive Congress (APC), took firm control of inherited structures in Delta State with an official ceremony yesterday, following the defections of government officials and other officials last week. President Tinubu, who has granted the defectors a waiver, said they are not tenants in the party. […]

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71 m. ago DisCos Must Be Accountable For 112 Electricity Deaths In 2024 – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged the judiciary to hold electricity distribution companies (DisCos) accountable for the 112 electricity-related deaths and 95 injuries recorded in 2024. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National Seminar on Regulations in the Electricity Power Sector for Judicial Officers—organised by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory […]

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78 m. ago Pastor Abioye opens new church after retirement from winners chapel

By Seyi Babalola Pastor David Abioye has established a new church following his retirement from Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church, popularly known as Winners Chapel. Abioye stated on Monday evening via his official X handle that he would begin Sunday morning services on May 4. “Exciting news! By the grace of God, starting next […] The post Pastor Abioye opens new church after retirement from winners chapel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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84 m. ago Nigeria eyes tourism boom as NIHOTOUR hosts UN tourism hopeful

By Johnson Adebowale The bustling corridors of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) recently played host to a figure with grand designs for Africa’s travel landscape: Mr. Harry Theoharis, the candidate vying for the top seat at the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). His visit, orchestrated by the dynamic leadership of NIHOTOUR’s […] The post Nigeria eyes tourism boom as NIHOTOUR hosts UN tourism hopeful appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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86 m. ago Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs

By Chinenye Anuforo Digital supply chain finance frontrunner Fiducia has extended its Factoring Forum to the South-South region, holding its inaugural session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The forum, centered on the theme “Unlocking Growth: The Power of Factoring for Business Expansion,” convened finance professionals, business executives, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to delve […] The post Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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97 m. ago YABATECH: Fertile ground for industry partnership –Karnebeek

The Royal Frieslandcampina, global chief executive officer, Mr. Jan Derck Van Karnebeek highly referred Yaba College of Technology as a fertile ground for industry partnerships and a model for nurturing talents that meet both national and global standards. He made this assertion at an industry and academia engagement session, tagged Career Leap Series 1 to […] The post YABATECH: Fertile ground for industry partnership –Karnebeek appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes

In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality of basic education across Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, recently announced the national flag-off of the 2023/2024 School-Based Management Committee – School Improvement Programme (SBMC-SIP) and Teacher Professional Development (TPD) initiatives. These pivotal programmes are strategically designed […] The post UBEC, FME launch school improvement, teacher dev. programmes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NDLEA Seizes N2.6bn Worth Of Drugs In Jigawa, Arrests Three Suspects

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the successful seizure of illegal drugs worth over N2.6 billion in Jigawa State. The drugs were confiscated during a targeted operation spanning Jigawa and Kano states. The seizure, carried out in Gumel, led to the arrest of three suspects who were allegedly transporting the narcotics to […] The post NDLEA Seizes N2.6bn Worth Of Drugs In Jigawa, Arrests Three Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking

Operatives of Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended one Soji Inawole for allegedly using commercial motorcycle, popularly known as Okada, to traffic illicit drugs across the metropolis. It was gathered that Soji, a 40 years old, reportedly involved in transporting illegal substances such as Colorado, Indian hemp, and other narcotics. During the operation, officers discovered a […] The post Lagos Taskforce Nab Motorcyclist Over Alleged Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Delta can’t afford to work against Tinubu in 2027, says Oborevwori

Sheriff Oborevwori, the governor of Delta state, has pledged his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu following his defection to the read more Delta can’t afford to work against Tinubu in 2027, says Oborevwori

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4 h. ago “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed confidence that more governors currently in opposition parties will soon defect to the ruling APC. Ganduje made the statement on Monday during a special event in Asaba, Delta State, organized to officially welcome Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa into […] The post “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ogun Govt Warns Hajj Pilgrims Against Travelling With Prohibited Items

The Ogun State Government has cautioned all intending pilgrims preparing for the 2025 Hajj exercise to refrain from carrying banned items, including kolanuts, blades, scissors, knives, and shaving sticks, as they embark on their journey. This advisory was delivered on Monday by Alhaji Ajibola Taiwo, Executive Secretary of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, during the […] The post Ogun Govt Warns Hajj Pilgrims Against Travelling With Prohibited Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa

Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has clarified the reasons behind his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Speaking on Monday, Okowa revealed that the decision was motivated by the need to strengthen Delta State’s connection to the federal government’s resources and goodwill, which he believes are essential for […] The post My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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