3 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.

Culture

3 h. ago My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student

Tribune Online My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student Susan Omeh graduated in the top three per cent and received the Icon Female Law Student Award from the Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria. She also bagged a First Class from the Nigerian Law School. For her Master’s in Law (LLM) programme, she received admission offers from Harvard Law School, Columbia Law School, and […] My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student Tribune Online

Society

12 h. ago Nigerian Films Must Meet Global Criteria To Qualify For Oscars — NFVCB ED

Hussaini stressed that entering an award scheme like the Oscars requires deliberate effort and long-term planning. The post Nigerian Films Must Meet Global Criteria To Qualify For Oscars — NFVCB ED appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 h. ago Judges call for speedy courts, ADR, international models for insolvency reform

Legal and insolvency experts have urged Nigeria and other African countries to strengthen their insolvency frameworks by integrating alternative dispute read more Judges call for speedy courts, ADR, international models for insolvency reform

Events

22 h. ago “Turned the corner?” Tinubu’s Independence speech offers numbers, not solutions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day address was designed as a reassurance. With a flourish of statistics, he declared read more “Turned the corner?” Tinubu’s Independence speech offers numbers, not solutions

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23 h. ago Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

“Knowledge is like a garden: if it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested.” This African proverb underscores the truth read more Nigeria’s education crisis: Between decline and pockets of innovation

Politics

26 h. ago NANS diaspora honours NAHFCONNECT boss with global impact award

By Sunday Ani The National Association of Nigerian Students in the Diaspora (NANS Diaspora) has conferred the Icon of Global Impact Award on the Chief Executive Officer of NAJFCONNECT for Africa and the world Inc., Chief Kennedy Fintan Nnaji. The conferment took place during the NANS Diaspora annual global leadership summit, held at East London […] The post NANS diaspora honours NAHFCONNECT boss with global impact award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

26 h. ago Security: FERMA inaugurates ‘Operation Safeguard Roads’ in Sokoto, engages 50 ad hoc staff

The Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) yesterday  inaugurated ,’Operation Safeguard the Road (OSGR)’ in Sokoto State to enhance security and the safety of commuters across the state. Managing Director of FERMA, Emeka Agbasi, said the initiative was designed to improve visibility on federal roads and support security operations in the fight against banditry. Agbasi, who […] The post Security: FERMA inaugurates ‘Operation Safeguard Roads’ in Sokoto, engages 50 ad hoc staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago E1 Lagos GP: Fashion meets glamour as international beauty queens storm Nigeria

As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence anniversary, the nation is hosting, for the first time, international beauty queens like Miss Universe Continental Queens, Miss Universe Americas & Miss Universe Europe and the Middle East, alongside the reigning Miss Earth and Miss Earth Water, among others.  They are all in the country for the E1 Championship […] The post E1 Lagos GP: Fashion meets glamour as international beauty queens storm Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Felizno’s new single, Gbim, captures pulse of modern African sound

GBIM, the brand new single of Afro-fusion artist, Felix Obadan, aka Felizno, has captured the pulse of modern African sound. GBIM is currently enjoying massive download on various streaming platforms, and topping charts on Spotify Nigeria and Apple Nigeria. Edo State-born Felizno is influenced by his experiences shuttling between Nigeria and Europe. He blends the […] The post Felizno’s new single, Gbim, captures pulse of modern African sound appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

28 h. ago George Otumu wins Most Outstanding Nigerian Editor in the Diaspora Award

By Henry Akubuiro October 1st, one of Africa’s most respected investigative journalists, Dr. George Elijah Otumu, Executive Editor & Group Managing Director of Naija Standard Newspaper Inc, USA, won the prestigious award as Most Outstanding Nigerian World Class Editor in the Diaspora 2025. The ceremony with invited guests, had captains of industries, top functionaries in […] The post George Otumu wins Most Outstanding Nigerian Editor in the Diaspora Award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

31 h. ago VOW2025: Women need men as allies to lead Africa’s future — ex

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the Voice of Women Conference and Awards 2025 (VOW2025) in Abuja, former South African Deputy President and ex-UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka made a powerful and heartfelt call to African women: to embrace leadership boldly but never forget the critical role men play as allies in the journey toward […] The post VOW2025: Women need men as allies to lead Africa’s future — ex-South African deputy president, Mlambo-Ngcuka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

33 h. ago ‘Building globally competitive brands out of Africa’ to top African Brands’ summit

The African Brands, a foremost platform dedicated to celebrating and advancing brand excellence, creativity, and innovation across the continent, has read more ‘Building globally competitive brands out of Africa’ to top African Brands’ summit

Politics

34 h. ago SEC pushes for West African capital market integration to unlock regional growth

Tribune Online SEC pushes for West African capital market integration to unlock regional growth Agama lamented the slow pace of regional integration, stressing that Africa’s infrastructure financing gap exceeds $100 billion annually... SEC pushes for West African capital market integration to unlock regional growth Tribune Online

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34 h. ago 2027: I’m not planning to step down – Atiku debunks viral report

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has debunked a news report claiming he was considering stepping down for a younger aspirant in the race for the 2027 presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe made the clarification in a Thursday statement. Earlier on Thursday, reports circulated that […] The post 2027: I’m not planning to step down – Atiku debunks viral report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

35 h. ago Strategic Vision, Consumer Connection Earn Tolu Olanipekun Top Marketing Award

In recognition of her bold strategic vision and ability to forge meaningful connections with consumers, Tolu Olanipekun, head of marketing at Mouka Foam, has been named Outstanding Marketing Personality of the Year at the 2025 Marketing Edge Awards. The ceremony, held in Lagos, brought together Nigeria’s most influential marketing professionals, brand custodians, and communications strategists. […]

Politics

35 h. ago Agama pushes for capital market integration to unlock West Africa’s growth

Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged West African countries to accelerate the integration read more Agama pushes for capital market integration to unlock West Africa’s growth

Politics

36 h. ago West African insurers tap climate risks as farmers, household losses rises

As climate change intensifies across West Africa, the region’s insurers are stepping up to confront the growing economic vulnerabilities that read more West African insurers tap climate risks as farmers, household losses rises

Society

37 h. ago ADC will defeat APC in Kaduna , other states in Northwest — Ja’afaru Sani

Tribune Online ADC will defeat APC in Kaduna , other states in Northwest — Ja’afaru Sani The National Vice Chairman (Northwest), African Democratic Congress (ADC) , Mallam Jafaru Sani has said his party can and will defeat the ruling APC in Kaduna and other states in the zone  with unity, displine and grassroots mobilization.  ADC will defeat APC in Kaduna , other states in Northwest — Ja’afaru Sani Tribune Online

Politics

37 h. ago AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp

Tribune Online AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the Bankers’ Committee for their role in revamping and reopening the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos. AFRIMA described the restoration of the 1976 landmark as a major step […] AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp Tribune Online

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