46 h. ago PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday released its June 2025 Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) report, indicating that economic read more PMI: agriculture maintains the lead as economic activity expands for the sixth consecutive month

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66 h. ago FCT police nab 6 over Abuja market killing, restore normalcy

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), police command has announced the arrest of six suspects over the killing of an innocent man that triggered unrest at Gosa Market located along the Abuja Airport Road. The incident, which caused pandemonium among customers, traders and residents, followed the death of a man accused of […] The post FCT police nab 6 over Abuja market killing, restore normalcy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Stocks gain N377bn in one week investors position for interim dividend

In the trading week ended July 4, Nigeria’s equities market rose by N377billion despite mixed sessions of positive and negative read more Stocks gain N377bn in one week investors position for interim dividend

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, has reiterated his commitment to expanding Nigeria’s capital market to reach the excluded population, particularly those in the informal sector. Speaking at the second edition of the United Capital Asset Management Investment Forum held in Lagos, Agama said, “We must […] The post SEC DG calls for inclusive capital market at United Capital investment forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Anambra: Jubilation as Soludo inaugurates Solution Market and Park in Ekwulobia

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha In a significant stride towards transforming the urban landscape of Anambra State, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has inaugurated the newly built  Solution Market and Solution Park in Ekwulọbịa. Commissioning the facility, the Governor emphasized the importance of these developments as part of his administration’s comprehensive urban regeneration agenda. “Big welcome to all […] The post Anambra: Jubilation as Soludo inaugurates Solution Market and Park in Ekwulobia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Count Soludo out of closure of Ogbo Ogwu market – APGA Chief

Says those afraid of Soludo’s stellar performance resorting to propaganda  From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha National Coordinator of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Media Warriors Forum, Evangelist Chinedu Obigwe, has strongly dismissed insinuations linking the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, to the closure of the Onitsha Head Bridge Drug Market. Obigwe, a […] The post Count Soludo out of closure of Ogbo Ogwu market – APGA Chief appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bomb explosion kills 2 in Imo market, several others wounded

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Two traders from Eke Ubaheze market square in Awo-Idemili, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, were said to have been killed in an early morning explosion in the area on Tuesday, June 24. An eyewitness who disclosed this to our correspondent said an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was planted in […] The post Bomb explosion kills 2 in Imo market, several others wounded appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Local lubricant makers count over N10bn loss as FG tightens import regulations

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has introduced stricter regulations on lubricant importation in a bid to curb the influx of substandard products and protect local manufacturers, who say they have lost over N10 billion due to the rising presence of recycled and fake oils in the Nigerian market. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream […] The post Local lubricant makers count over N10bn loss as FG tightens import regulations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FCT Teachers’ Strike: Activist VeryDarkMan Stages Protest At Ministry’s Gate, Teaches Kids

Outspoken social media critic and activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), on Monday, took his protest to the Ministry of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), demanding an end to the over 90-day strike by primary school teachers in Abuja. In a dramatic and symbolic demonstration, VDM gathered school children dressed in their […]

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2 w. ago 10 Killed, Others Injured As Suicide Bomber Storms Borno Market

At least ten persons have been confirmed killed, following an explosion, detonated by a suspected female suicide bomber in Konduga Town in Borno State. It was gathered that the horrible incident occurred around 9:30 at night on Friday at Tashan Kifi, an entry point also known as the fish market in Konduga Town. Confirming the […] The post 10 Killed, Others Injured As Suicide Bomber Storms Borno Market appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: Criminals infiltrate Yelwata IDP camp, 50 fake IDPs arrested – Commissioner

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management in Benue State, Aondowase Kunde, on Saturday, June 21, disclosed that criminals have infiltrated the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp opened for victims of the Yelwata attack. The camp is located at the Ultra International Market along George Akume Way in Makurdi, the […] The post Benue: Criminals infiltrate Yelwata IDP camp, 50 fake IDPs arrested – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago GSM market inferno: Kano govt pledges N2b investment to redevelop market

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has pledged to invest over N2 billion for the redevelopment of the Kano Farm Centre GSM Market devastated by fire weeks ago. He said that the intervention would restore, expand, and modernise the market into a bustling commercial hub. Yusuf made the announcement during a […] The post GSM market inferno: Kano govt pledges N2b investment to redevelop market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

…YtD return rises to +14.51% Investor confidence in Nigeria’s equities market increased further on Thursday as banks, especially those affected read more Bulls resurface on NGX as banks commit to swift alignment with CBN guidelines

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2 w. ago Suspected Armed Robbers Attack Popular Ibadan Market, Cart Away Valuables, Injure Three Traders

There was panic in Ibadan, Oyo State, when some gunmen, suspected to armed rubbers invaded Mokola Community. It was gathered that three persons sustained varying degrees of injuries following the unfortunate event on Wednesday morning. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the incident occurred at approximately 11:30 am when a group of armed robbers stormed a shop, […] The post Suspected Armed Robbers Attack Popular Ibadan Market, Cart Away Valuables, Injure Three Traders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IPOB: Kanu’s incitement leads to killing of 200 security agents in S’East – DSS witness

How IPOB members killed Gulak From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, resumed at the Abuja division of the Federal High Court with revelations of how between 170 and 200 security agents in the South East lost their lives due to the activities […] The post IPOB: Kanu’s incitement leads to killing of 200 security agents in S’East – DSS witness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tension in Abia community as bandits kill one, injure another

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Tension is high at Ugwuodo-Isuochi community in Umunneochi Local Government Area following the resumption of criminal activities along the Ugwuodo axis of the Amuda–Umuaku road, leaving in its wake the death of one person and injuring of another. Abia state government had following insecurity threat around the cattle market and its […] The post Tension in Abia community as bandits kill one, injure another appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Activist Urges Tinubu To Set Up Commission Of Inquiry On Sentencing Of Ogoni Nine

An environmental rights activist, Comrade Celestine Akpobari, has called on President Bola Tinubu to set up a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to review the judgment of the special tribunal that sentenced Ogoni rights activist, Kenule Saro-Wiwa and eight others to death. Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogonis were hanged on November 10, 1995, during the military […]

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2 w. ago Investors lose N323bn in two days as bears in banking stocks persists

Tribune Online Investors lose N323bn in two days as bears in banking stocks persists On Tuesday, bears persists at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) as equities investors continued to react to the directive by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) suspending dividend payments, bonus disbursements, and offshore investments for banks under regulatory forbearance. Investors lose N323bn in two days as bears in banking stocks persists Tribune Online

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2 w. ago China moves to roll out measures on market access, inspection – Yan Yuqing

By Sunday Ani The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, has said China will roll out measures on market access, inspection, quarantine, and customs clearance to boost trade in goods, enhance skills and technical training, and expand the promotion of quality products. She disclosed this in her speech titled, […] The post China moves to roll out measures on market access, inspection – Yan Yuqing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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