55 m. ago Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pledged that the 10th National Assembly will prioritise workers’ welfare, security, safety, and service conditions, ensuring labour-friendly legislation receives due attention. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio vowed to protect workers’ rights, stating, “Under our eyes, […] The post Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour-friendly laws appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Oil price to stay lower for longer as Saudi Arabia abandons price defence for market share

Saudi Arabia’s shift from defence of oil price to aiming to expand market share could mean lower crude price for read more Oil price to stay lower for longer as Saudi Arabia abandons price defence for market share

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2 h. ago Nigeria’s N1.5 trillion HDMI road project nears completion – Finance Minister

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government is finalising a N1.5 trillion road concession project under the Highway Development and Management Initiative (HDMI), launched in 2021. The initiative involves private sector partners reconstructing and managing nine major highways across Nigeria, spanning approximately 900 kilometres, through 25-year concession agreements. On Wednesday, April 30, Minister of Finance […] The post Nigeria’s N1.5 trillion HDMI road project nears completion – Finance Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue NGOs Network (BENGONET) has urged the federal government to establish a permanent security outpost in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State, to address escalating violence. The call was made during a press conference in Makurdi on Wednesday following a two-day field visit to Jato Aka and surrounding […] The post Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Leaders representing the Ijaw and Urhobo communities in Warri, Delta State, yesterday, urged the Department of State Security Services (DSS) and the Office of the National Security Adviser to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the recent arrest of some persons, including a serving British Army officer, suspected of […] The post Warri wards delineation: Ijaw and Urhobo leaders call for thorough probe into arms smuggling by British army officer, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago BREAKING: Customs intercepts expired food items, others worth N921bn at Apapa Port

As CG decries surge in unregistered pharmaceuticals, drones By Steve Agbota The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) said that it intercepted expired food items, unregistered pharmaceutical products, and controlled security equipment worth over N912 billion at Apapa Port in Lagos. The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi disclosed this during a press briefing […] The post BREAKING: Customs intercepts expired food items, others worth N921bn at Apapa Port appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Customs Seizes N921bn Drones, Fake Drugs, Others At Lagos Port

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, announced the seizure of drones, fake, expired and unregistered pharmaceuticals at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The contraband valued at over N921 billion also includes expired food items and other controlled security equipment such as drones and walkie-talkies, among others. Details of the […]

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6 h. ago Local defence firms urge FG’s support to boost security, economy

As Nigeria seeks to bolster its national security and reduce economic dependence, a new push is emerging to prioritise local read more Local defence firms urge FG’s support to boost security, economy

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8 h. ago NPFL: Amapakabo Calls For Focus As Abia Warriors Push For Continental Ticket

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has urged his players to focus on securing a top three finish this season. The Umuahia-based club moved to third position on the NPFL table following a 3-1 over Shooting Stars in Umuahia on Sunday. Amakapabo expressed optimism that his team will get the points needed in the remaining […]

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9 h. ago ‘Contactless payment is no longer futuristic, but a necessity’

Contactless payment, which used to be futuristic, is now a necessity for ensuring secure and fast transactions. Ugo Obasi, chief read more ‘Contactless payment is no longer futuristic, but a necessity’

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10 h. ago Senator Moro Blames Okowa For PDP’s 2023 Loss, Says His Choice As Atiku’s Running Mate ‘Serious Mistake’

The Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would have emerged victorious in the 2023 presidential election had former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, was not selected as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, monitored by our correspondent on Tuesday […]

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12 h. ago NSA Orders Joint Security Screening Of Passengers At Airports

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has directed the immediate implementation of a one-stop joint-interest screening system of passengers across Nigerian airports. The directive is part of efforts to eliminate operational clumsiness, curb touting, and streamline security innovations in the aviation sector. Also, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has disclosed that many […]

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13 h. ago Lafarge Africa Shareholders Approve N19.33bn Final Dividend For 2024

Shareholders of Lafarge Africa Plc have approved N19.33 billion final dividend, representing N1.20 per share for the year ended December 31, 2024 They gave their approval at the Company 66th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos. In the 2024 financial result, Lafarge Africa announced a remarkable revenue of N696.76 billion for the 2024 financial […]

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13 h. ago TotalEnergies Nigeria Records Revenue Decline, Loss In first Quarter

TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc has recorded N221.61 billion in revenue for the first quarter of 2025. This figure represents a year-on-year decline of 18 per cent when compared with the N269.84 billion posted in the first quarter of 2024. The company disclosed this in its financial results, which were made available as a corporate disclosure […]

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13 h. ago Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute

By Philip Nwosu   The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has spotlighted the untapped power of the blue economy as a critical driver for Nigeria’s sustainable development, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to unlock its vast potential. Speaking at the opening of the Institute’s Senior Executive Course on Maritime Security and Global Trade, […] The post Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Defection: PDP mulls legal action against Oborevberi, others

•Says APC ‘ll meet its waterloo in 2027 From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) has said it would explore legal action to retrieve its mandate from officials elected on its platform, who have defected to the All Progressives Congress ( APC). The party’s acting national chairman, Umar Damagum, stated this, yesterday, […] The post Defection: PDP mulls legal action against Oborevberi, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Zenith Bank pays N195.67bn 2024 dividend, pledges higher future payouts

      Shareholders of Zenith Bank Plc, at the 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos, on Tuesday, approved the proposed final dividend payment of NGN4 per share, bringing the total dividend for the 2024 financial year to NGN5 per share, with a total value of NGN195.67 billion. The Founder and Chairman of […] The post Zenith Bank pays N195.67bn 2024 dividend, pledges higher future payouts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Boom or bust? The nexus between Nigeria’s real estate and food security

Nigeria’s cities are growing taller and faster, but farms are shrinking. As we build more houses and malls, we risk read more Boom or bust? The nexus between Nigeria’s real estate and food security

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24 h. ago All Encumbrances To Investment Being Eliminated, VP Shettima Tells EU Delegation

The Nigerian government has reiterated its deep commitment to strategic partnership with the European Union (EU), as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) prepares to open its first West Africa office in Lagos. Nigeria officially became the EBRD’s 77th shareholder in February 2025, following the bank’s limited and incremental expansion to sub-Saharan Africa […]

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25 h. ago Bago’s Russia visit to reform Niger’s mining sector, commissioner says

From John Adams, Minna The Niger State Government has clarified that Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s visit to St. Petersburg, Russia, aimed to secure a multi-billion-naira partnership with St. Petersburg Mining University to develop the state’s mining sector. Hon. Aminu Suleiman Takuma, the Niger State Commissioner for Trade and Investment, outlined the visit’s significance in a […] The post Bago’s Russia visit to reform Niger’s mining sector, commissioner says appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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