95 m. ago 43 Countries, 937 Athletes, Officials To Compete At 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships In Abeokuta

Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, taking place from 16th to 20th July 2025. With just 13 days remaining, anticipation is building for the prestigious event, which will feature aspiring young athletes from across African continent. A total of 43 […]

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2 h. ago FG Begins Vehicle Recycling Enforcement October, Eyes N60bn Annually

The federal government will begin full enforcement of Nigeria’s End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) Waste Recycling Regulation in October 2025, as it accelerates plans to establish a national system for dismantling and recycling obsolete automobiles—an initiative expected to generate over N60 billion annually and create more than 40,000 jobs. Director-general of the National Automotive Design and Development […]

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2 h. ago Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC

Tribune Online Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC It warned Nigerians that the “often mouthed ‘new Nigeria is POssible’ is a ruse and cannot be achieved with the assemblage of old, recycled, desperate and frustrated politicians in the coalition.” Coalition: Nenadi Usman, Abure camps resume tackles after Obi’s romance with ADC Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Budget extensions and other loathsome practices and processes for export

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3 h. ago Sokoto State: 2 years of transformative governance by Gov Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto

  Prior to the emergence of His Excellency, Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, FCNA, as the Governor of Sokoto State in May 29, 2023, he came with a vision to transform the State with a 9-Point Smart Agenda. This was designed to lift Sokoto to higher grounds. His target was to install the right infrastructure that […] The post Sokoto State: 2 years of transformative governance by Gov Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture

A galaxy of Nigerian celebrities converged on EbonyLife Place, Victoria Island, Lagos on Sunday, June 29 to celebrate a talkshow, The Culture League aimed to amplify African talent and cultural influence on a global scale. The star-studded launch of The Culture League, produced by Webek Studios, attracted notable personalities like Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro, media […] The post Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture -Esse Akwawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago World Climate Day: Kogi Assembly Speaker, Members Plant Trees

The speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, yesterday led other members in planting trees around the Assembly complex as part of activities to mark the 2025 World Climate Day. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the speaker, who led other members to plant trees around the Assembly Complex, emphasised the […]

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4 h. ago Farm Innovation Launches VetWiz 2.0 For Disease Surveillance

Farm Innovation Nigeria Ltd has officially launched VetWiz 2.0, an upgraded digital platform for animal disease diagnosis and real-time surveillance across Nigeria. The enhanced platform seeks to close critical data gaps in animal health, boost veterinary response, and strengthen public health systems, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Farm […]

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5 h. ago Wike To ADC Coalition: Failed Politicians Can’t Save Nigeria

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on opposition politicians who recently took control of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), dismissing them as a “gang of failed and expired politicians” with no credible solutions for Nigeria’s challenges. At his monthly press briefing on Thursday, Wike criticised key coalition […]

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8 h. ago Ogun Customs Intercepts 2,693 Parcels Of Indian Hemp Hidden In Truck

The Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a large quantity of Cannabis Sativa, also known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday at the NSC Sentry Post in Idiroko, the Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, disclosed that the illegal substance was […] The post Ogun Customs Intercepts 2,693 Parcels Of Indian Hemp Hidden In Truck appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Operatives of the Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service have intercepted and seized 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa otherwise known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border into the country. Briefing newsmen on the seizure yesterday, at the NSC Sentry Post, Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller in […] The post Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change

Tribune Online Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change In a bid to address the global menace of climate change, the Kogi State House of Assembly has commenced a statewide tree planting campaign aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reversing the effects of deforestation. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Umar Yusuf, emphasised the importance of the tree […] Kogi Assembly launches tree planting initiative to tackle climate change Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025?

The gambling industry thrives in 2025, with global revenues soaring as online platforms and regulations evolve. From the U.S. to emerging markets like Nigeria, countries compete for market share. Casino experts analyze which nations dominate, driven by innovation, consumer spending, and legal frameworks. This piece explores top markets, key trends, and Canada’s rising role, offering […] The post Global Gambling Revenues: Which Countries Lead the Market in 2025? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Wike labels ADC takeover as gathering of “failed and expired politicians”

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on the coalition that recently assumed control of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding its leaders as a collection of “failed and expired politicians” with nothing new to offer Nigerians. Wike, speaking in Abuja during his […] The post Wike labels ADC takeover as gathering of “failed and expired politicians” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago WHO Launches Global Push For 50% Tax Hike On Tobacco, Alcohol, Sugary Drinks 

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a bold new initiative urging countries to raise the real prices of tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% through targeted health taxes by 2035. The initiative, dubbed “3 by 35”, aims to combat the rising toll of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), ease pressure on overburdened health […]

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17 h. ago Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months

Tribune Online Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday announced a significant milestone in its operations, recording a revenue collection of ₦1.38 trillion in... Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months

Tasks payers not to see payment as burden From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), Barr. Oladele Bankole-Balogun, on Thursday announced that the state generated N52.6 billion in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the first six months of 2025. He disclosed this during the agency’s half-year performance […] The post Edo rakes in N52.6 billion in internal revenue in six months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Ogun: Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of cannabis concealed in truck

Hands over drugs, driver to NDLEA From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Operatives of the Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service have intercepted and seized 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa, otherwise known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border into the country. Briefing newsmen on the seizure on Thursday at the NCS Sentry […] The post Ogun: Customs seizes 2,693 parcels of cannabis concealed in truck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Nigeria launches skilled manpower deployment to Saint Lucia, signs key agreement to boost Caribbean ties

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria has officially commenced the deployment of skilled professionals to Saint Lucia following the signing of a Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement between the two countries. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the agreement, signed on Wednesday in Castries by […] The post Nigeria launches skilled manpower deployment to Saint Lucia, signs key agreement to boost Caribbean ties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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