55 m. ago Reshaping Nigeria’s Insurance Landscape: The recapitalisation mandate under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025

INTRODUCTION On 5th August 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assented to the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (the ‘‘Act’’), 2025, read more Reshaping Nigeria’s Insurance Landscape: The recapitalisation mandate under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025

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66 m. ago PICTORIAL: Nigeria Deports 51 More Foreigners Jailed For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud

The Nigerian Immigration Service on Thursday deported 50 additional foreign nationals convicted and sentenced for cyber-terrorism and internet fraud by the Federal High Court in Lagos. The convicted foreigners were part of the 192 Chinese and Philippine nationals arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in December 2024. The repatriated foreign nationals include […]

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79 m. ago EFCC, Immigration repatriate 51 foreign nationals convicted for cybercrime in Nigeria

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), has repatriated 51 foreign nationals read more EFCC, Immigration repatriate 51 foreign nationals convicted for cybercrime in Nigeria

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92 m. ago Jos Disco Begins Free Prepaid Meters Installation For Band A Customers

The management of Jos Electricity Distribution (JED) Company has commenced free Meter distribution under the sector Recovery Programme (DISREP), which aims to improve service delivery and bridge the metering gap in its franchise states of Plateau, Bauchi, Benue, and Gombe. JED, in a statement issued in Jos by the acting head of Corporate Communication, Saratu […]

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2 h. ago AC Milan warned against signing Nigerian striker Victor Boniface

AC Milan have been cautioned against finalising a move for Nigerian forward Victor Boniface, with Italian media warning that the read more AC Milan warned against signing Nigerian striker Victor Boniface

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2 h. ago FG begins training of 100,000 youths in financial literacy, investment

Tribune Online FG begins training of 100,000 youths in financial literacy, investment The Federal Government has commenced registration for a nationwide free financial education programme that will train 100,000 Nigerian youths annually in financial literacy, global trade, entrepreneurship, and investing. FG begins training of 100,000 youths in financial literacy, investment Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement

Tribune Online NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced new guidelines for the disbursement of upkeep loans to eligible students, disclosing NELFUND introduces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NELFUND announces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced changes to its upkeep loan disbursement for benefiting students. Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications, NELFUND, in a statement on Thursday, August 21, said the new guidelines were designed to ensure efficient and effective upkeep service delivery to students. She said the […] The post NELFUND announces new guidelines on upkeep loan disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended the Council of Obas, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and other individuals and groups for their intervention to prevail on the Federal Government to release the withheld local government allocations. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday, August 20, Adeleke praised […] The post Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Ifeanyi: Davido reacts as Chioma makes emotional return to social media

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian music sensation David Adeleke, often known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma, have shared a heartfelt Instagram interaction. Chioma Adeleke, who had taken a break from social media following the untimely death of their son, Ifeanyi, in 2022, returned on Thursday with a touching message. She posted a photo of her […] The post Ifeanyi: Davido reacts as Chioma makes emotional return to social media appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Google, TikTok, Microsoft Deactivate 13.5m Nigerian Accounts, Remove 58.9m Contents

The accounts were deactivated for offensive content and violation of the country’s online code of conduct practice. The post Google, TikTok, Microsoft Deactivate 13.5m Nigerian Accounts, Remove 58.9m Contents appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago 2Baba’s ‘African Queen’ Tops Billboard’s Best Afrobeats Songs Of All

American music magazine Billboard has unveiled its list of the Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All-Time, placing 2Baba’s timeless hit ‘African Queen’ at number one. The 2004 classic, which shot 2Baba into continental stardom, was described by Billboard as a record that “transcended borders and generations, cementing Afrobeats on the global map.” Billboard staff, […]

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5 h. ago ADC Opposes Plan To Raise Political Office Holders’ Salaries

African Democratic Congress (ADC) has kicked against the  proposed salary increase for Nigeria’s political office holders, likening the act to an affront to the struggling Nigerian people. The party said the proposed upward review by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), would see the President, Vice President, governors, and other top officials receive […]

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5 h. ago Gombe ACReSAL, NAWIA Partner To Empower 30,000 Women In Agriculture

Gombe State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project plans to collaborate with the state chapter of the Nigerian Association of Women in Agriculture (NAWIA) to empower women through agricultural initiatives. .The state project coordinator of ACReSAL, Dr Sani Adamu Jauro, disclosed this during a courtesy visit by NAWIA’s state coordinator, Amina Mohammed Umar, and […]

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5 h. ago Northwest Varsity Opens Admission For 2025/2026 Academic Session

Northwest University, Sokoto, has commenced admission into its programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. Its registrar, Alhaji Umar Mussa Garun Babba, who disclosed this in a statement, said admission had been opened to qualified candidates into the institution’s accredited courses in five faculties and the College of Health Sciences. he said the College of Health […]

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8 h. ago Tinubu hails military for successes in fight against insurgency

President Bola Tinubu has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for their success in fighting insurgency and criminality, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity through stronger governance and economic reforms. Speaking at the Peace and Stability plenary of the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), Tinubu highlighted the critical role of national stability […] The post Tinubu hails military for successes in fight against insurgency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Lekki Port to contribute $200bn revenue in 45 years – Oyetola

By Steve Agbota The Minister of Blue and Marine Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has declared that Lekki Port is projected to rake in about $200 billion in revenue for the government in its 45-year concession period. Oyetola made this declaration during a breakfast meeting organised by the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS) in collaboration with […] The post Lekki Port to contribute $200bn revenue in 45 years – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Governors Back NCC Plan To Cut Costs, Boost Broadband Access

In a decisive step toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide, the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has pledged support for the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) plan to reduce costs and accelerate broadband access across the country. During a courtesy visit to the NGF Secretariat in Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, […]

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11 h. ago Foundation trains women, youths on GBV, launches support hub

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Martins Lydia Foundation (MLF), with the support from global fund for women through the Africa Climate Justice Movement (ACJM), over the weekend organised a comprehensive training session for women and adolescents, a bold move to confront the rising cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in rural and urban communities. The sensitisation program, […] The post Foundation trains women, youths on GBV, launches support hub appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago NSIB DG canvasses improved funding, collaboration to enhance investigation

Tribune Online NSIB DG canvasses improved funding, collaboration to enhance investigation The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has emphasised the need for prompt remittance of levies from other agencies to support government funding, enabling the Bureau to effectively prevent accidents in all transportation sectors. According to NSIB Director General, Capt. Alex Badeh Jnr., the Bureau’s expanded role in investigating air, rail, and maritime accidents requires increased […] NSIB DG canvasses improved funding, collaboration to enhance investigation Tribune Online

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