63 m. ago UTME Mass Failure: JAMB Engages VCs, IT Experts To Probe Alleged Technical Glitches

Following widespread complaints about poor performance in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has launched an investigation into alleged technical glitches. The board was also collaborating with Vice Chancellors and IT experts to determine the root cause and ensure that affected candidates receive appropriate remedies if any […]

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2 h. ago Economic Diversification: Grant States N5bn Tourism Investment Funds, Akwa Ibom Tells Federal Gov’t

For the ongoing economic reforms by the federal government to yield fruits, Akwa Ibom State has made a case for a monthly disbursement of N5 billion to the sub-nationals by the federal government for the promotion of tourism sector. The investment cash would help shore up the tourism sites for more attractions by fun seekers, […]

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2 h. ago ECOWAS bemoans infrastructure decay at Seme border despite heavy investments

Omar Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, has expressed strong concern over the deteriorating state of infrastructure at the Nigeria–Bénin read more ECOWAS bemoans infrastructure decay at Seme border despite heavy investments

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2 h. ago NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks

Tribune Online NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks-off The Nigerian Capital Development Fund (NCDF) has announced the commencement of its landmark $1 billion investment aimed at accelerating inclusive economic growth and sustainable development across Nigeria. NCDF, one of the leading impact investment and development platforms, declared that its rolled out suite of groundbreaking programmes aim at transforming the nation’s socio-economic landscape. The programme, […] NCDF $1bn investment in affordable housing, agric, renewable energy, infrastructure, others, kicks-off Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call

Tribune Online How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call-up "Truckers too joined in solidarity and threatened to withdraw their services at the Lekki Deep seaport. The government had no choice but to suspend the enforcement commencement. The arrested petroleum Tankers were immediately released." How $21bn investment stalled Lagos enforcement of electronic call-up Tribune Online

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2 h. ago How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call

Tribune Online How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call-up Checks by the Nigerian Tribune has revealed that the threat by petroleum tanker and trucker drivers to withdraw their services from the $19.5 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep seaport forced the Lagos State government to quickly suspend the enforcement of its planned electronic call-up regime around the Lekki-Epe axis of […] How $21bn investment stalled enforcement of Lagos electronic call-up Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Netzence Launches Ghana Hub, Targets Emission Tracking In West Africa

In a major step toward regional climate innovation, Nigerian climate-tech firm, Netzence Sustainability Limited, has officially launched its Ghana operations, with a strong focus on real-time carbon emission tracking and sustainability partnerships across West Africa. The new regional office, located in Osu, Accra, marks Netzence’s first major expansion outside Nigeria and is expected to serve […]

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3 h. ago Africans for Africa Initiative Appoints FundManager to Propel Investment in Mining Sector

In a significant step toward reshaping the investment landscape across Africa’s natural resources sector, the Africans forAfrica Initiative (AforA) has read more Africans for Africa Initiative Appoints FundManager to Propel Investment in Mining Sector

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s poverty reduction goals threatened by persisting economic crisis

• Rising inflation, insecurity, weak GDP stall Agenda 2050   By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s ambition to lift 80 million citizens out of poverty by 2050 is facing mounting challenges as worsening economic conditions continue to erode progress, Daily Sun’s analysis has shown. With food inflation surging, insecurity spreading and GDP growth faltering, key pillars of […] The post Nigeria’s poverty reduction goals threatened by persisting economic crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Africa’s Growth: Private Sector Leaders Seek Integrated Value Chains

At the recent IFC 2025 African Equity Forum in Lagos, themed “Unlocking Value and Scaling Investment in Africa’s Retail and Manufacturing Sectors,” policymakers, global investors, and industry leaders convened to assess Africa’s investment landscape and collaboratively develop strategies to strengthen local value chains. In his keynote address, Chairman of McKinsey Africa, Acha Leke, outlined Africa’s […]

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7 h. ago Experts cautions against idle deposits as banks grow investment securities to N41.7trn

…Say lenders prioritising low-risk instruments over private sector credit By Chukwuma Umeorah   Eight Nigerian banks, including Access Holdings, Zenith Bank, and United Bank for Africa (UBA), have increased their investment securities to a combined N41.78 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, a 1.65 per cent rise from N41.10 trillion in December 2024. As […] The post Experts cautions against idle deposits as banks grow investment securities to N41.7trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago MTN Nigeria pays N764.2bn in taxes, spends N3.5bn on social investments

By Chukwuma Umeorah MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTNN) has announced the payment of N764.2 billion in taxes, levies, and duties to the Nigerian government in 2024, reinforcing its position as a major fiscal contributor and a leader in responsible corporate governance. The disclosure was made during the presentation of the company’s 2024 Sustainability Report at […] The post MTN Nigeria pays N764.2bn in taxes, spends N3.5bn on social investments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Egypt 2025: Flying Eagles target FIFA World Cup at Senegal’s expense

It is a date with another set of Lion Cubs this afternoon and Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has assured that Nigeria’s U20 boys are focused and determined to achieve a win that will guarantee them a place at this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup finals. Unbeaten in their group B campaign, the Flying Eagles however […] The post Egypt 2025: Flying Eagles target FIFA World Cup at Senegal’s expense appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Cult war escalates in Bayelsa, heavy shooting in Yenagoa, 4 killed

•Police arrest 17 suspects   From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa There are no signs of peace amid the raging cult war in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, and other parts of the state. The dire situation worsened over the weekend with four reported deaths and heavy shooting in Yenagoa. According to investigations, two fresh graduates were […] The post Cult war escalates in Bayelsa, heavy shooting in Yenagoa, 4 killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Women optometrists target 300 people at free community outreach

provide eyeglasses, other treatments From Fred Ezeh, Abuja No fewer than 300 people benefited from the free eye care education and treatments at a rural free eye care outreach organised by Women Optometrists in Nigeria (WON) at the Dogongada community in Lokogoma district of Abuja. Dr. Nibhoje Udom, the FCT chairperson of WON, said the […] The post Women optometrists target 300 people at free community outreach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Akpabio: ‘How Prof Mgbeke Paid Me To Manipulate Audio Recordings Against Natasha’, Says Media Personality Ogbonnaya

Media personality Francess Olisa Ogbonnaya has accused Prof. Sandra Duru, popularly known as Prof. Mgbeke, of paying her the sum of N300,000 to manipulate audio recordings against suspended Senator of Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan In an explosive interview with investigative journalist Adeola Fayehun, Ogbonnaya claimed she was approached by Duru during the Easter holidays and […]

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16 h. ago ICN rallies global investment for nurses, says workforce in crisis

As the world commemorates International Nurses Day on May 12, 2025, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) has raised a read more ICN rallies global investment for nurses, says workforce in crisis

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20 h. ago First Asset Management reiterates commitment to deepen Nigeria’s investment ecosystem

As firm surpasses N1trn AUM First Asset Management Limited has reiterated its commitment towards deepening Nigeria’s investment ecosystem, just as read more First Asset Management reiterates commitment to deepen Nigeria’s investment ecosystem

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20 h. ago Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Godwin Ityoachimin, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Benue State, has called for urgent urban renewal and infrastructural development in major cities like Makurdi, Gboko, and Otukpo to attract private sector investment. Ityoachimin, a retired director in the Federal Ministry of Works and a 2027 governorship hopeful, criticised […] The post Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago HURIWA decries targeted attacks on Defence Minister Matawalle

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned allegations of corruption against Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, as a politically motivated smear campaign aimed at undermining a key ally of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The group responded to a protest at the Economic and Financial […] The post HURIWA decries targeted attacks on Defence Minister Matawalle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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