68 m. ago Lagos worst hit as Nigeria loses over N30bn to 42 market fires

• Stakeholders call for policy overhaul, improved safety systems   By Chinelo Obogo Between January 2023 and April 2025, at least 42 market fires ravaged major commercial hubs across 11 states in Nigeria. This led to the destruction of goods and property worth more than ₦30 billion. According to findings by Daily Sun, Lagos State […] The post Lagos worst hit as Nigeria loses over N30bn to 42 market fires appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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85 m. ago Aruwa Capital eyes $50m fund to boost checks for women‑led startups

Women entrepreneurs in healthcare, fintech, clean energy and essential consumer goods are in line for bigger checks in growth investments from Lagos-based Aruwa Capital read more Aruwa Capital eyes $50m fund to boost checks for women‑led startups

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2 h. ago Nigerian crude falls below FG’s $65 benchmark as OPEC boosts output

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigerian crude prices have slumped below the federal government’s benchmark of $65 per barrel. This comes as the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) continues to raise production despite growing geopolitical uncertainties. Cargoes loaded with Nigerian crude recently remain unsold, highlighting a lack of interest from buyers and sellers in the […] The post Nigerian crude falls below FG’s $65 benchmark as OPEC boosts output appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago East Africans clear elite prizes in first Enugu International Marathon

As Mbah promises continuous improvement Peter Mbah, governor of Enugu State, on Saturday, participated in the 1st Enugu City International read more East Africans clear elite prizes in first Enugu International Marathon

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13 h. ago Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of Edo State Police Command attached to the Oba Market Division have arrested two suspects over alleged kidnapping and robbery. The suspects were identified as Maxwell Mathew and Samuel Mathew, both from Abraka in Delta State. In a statement by the state’s Police Command’s Spokesman, Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed that the arrest is coming, […] The post Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Nigerian Firm, Brazilian Varsity Sign MoU On Livestock Production

The chief executive officer, Silagreen International Agro Development Limited, Michael Olusegun Akinruli, has said that his firm has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Zebu Breeders Association (ABCZ), Brazil, to boost food security in Nigeria through improved dairy production, especially cattle. He added that the cooperation was facilitated by the company’s […]

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15 h. ago Conference highlights need to promote good corporate governance in Nigeria

The urgent need to promote good corporate governance practices in Nigeria was one of the major issues discussed at the read more Conference highlights need to promote good corporate governance in Nigeria

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15 h. ago Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has raised concerns over what he read more Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

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17 h. ago 10 Stockbroking Firms Trade Equities Worth N275.6bn In 4 Months

Cordros Securities Limited and nine others on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited traded N275.601 billion in the first four months of the year, 2025. The NGX Broker Performance Report showed that the top 10 stockbrokers were responsible for 57.08 percent of the total value of stocks traded. Cordros Securities led in transaction value, executing trades […]

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25 h. ago $220m Fine: Quitting Nigeria Won’t Absolve Meta Of Liability – FCCPC

Meta’s claim that it may be forced to exit Nigeria due to FCCPC’s recent order appears to be a calculated move aimed at inducing negative public reaction and potentially pressuring the FCCPC to reconsider its decision, the commission has said. A statement from its director, corporate affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu yesterday said it investigated Meta Platforms […]

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25 h. ago Africa Demands Monetary Independence As Activists Protest Against CFA Franc In Mali

On May 3, 2025, Bamako, the capital of Mali, hosted a conference of pan-Africanists, ANTI-CFA FRONT, organised by the non-governmental organisation, Urgences Panafricanistes. The event brought together activists, economists and civil society representatives opposed to the use of the CFA franc, a currency considered by many to be a symbol of neo-colonialism and an obstacle […]

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27 h. ago Leadership, democracy, and national unity: Nigeria’s path forward

By Maxwell Menkiti Ngene As Nigerians, we have a unique opportunity to save our country from its downward spiral and state of hopelessness, and shape it into the great nation we all desire. At the heart of democratic leadership lies a trio of virtues: courage, integrity, and devotion to democratic principles. Courage, as they say, […] The post Leadership, democracy, and national unity: Nigeria’s path forward appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago “Exiting Nigeria Won’t Erase Your Liabilities” – FCCPC To Meta

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned Meta Platforms Inc. that any threat to withdraw its services from Nigeria will not exempt it from ongoing legal obligations and regulatory consequences. In a statement released on Saturday by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Corporate Affairs at the FCCPC, the commission described Meta’s position as […] The post “Exiting Nigeria Won’t Erase Your Liabilities” – FCCPC To Meta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago FCCPC unmoved by Meta’s threat to exit Nigeria over $220m fine

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has dismissed Meta’s threat to exit the country following a $220 million fine for data privacy and consumer rights violations. The fine, upheld by the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal on April 25, targeted Meta and its platforms, WhatsApp and Facebook, for discriminatory […] The post FCCPC unmoved by Meta’s threat to exit Nigeria over $220m fine appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Warren Buffett the colossus of capitalism says he plans to step down as head of Berkshire

Warren E. Buffett who has been at the forefront of American capitalism for decades and building Berkshire Hathaway into a read more Warren Buffett the colossus of capitalism says he plans to step down as head of Berkshire

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35 h. ago We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to addressing insecurity in Nigeria’s North West, vowing to reclaim forests that have become havens for bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists. Speaking at a state dinner in Katsina, Tinubu stressed that advanced surveillance and technology would be used to combat the growing threat. He highlighted the need for collaboration […] The post We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, to demonstrate honesty amid ongoing political crisis in the oil rich state. Wike disclosed this in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Saturday. He also tasked Governor Fubara […] The post Stop Begging For Peace While Sponsoring Unrest In Rivers — Wike Tells Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Wike: Walkout on First Lady, sponsored, disturbing, embarrassing

• Apologises to President, wife From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has strongly condemned the walkout staged by women loyal to suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara during an empowerment event organized by First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, describing it as “very disturbing and embarrassing.” The incident […] The post Wike: Walkout on First Lady, sponsored, disturbing, embarrassing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Wike Condemns ‘Sponsored Walkout’ On First Lady, Says ‘It’s Disturbing, Embarrassing’

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned Friday’s walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, by a group of women loyal to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. The Minister, who apologised to the First Lady and […]

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44 h. ago “Wizkid’s Global Success Began After We Connected Him To Bigger Market” – Akon

Senegalese-American singer Akon has taken credit for playing a pivotal role in the rise of Wizkid and the global success of Afrobeats. In a recent interview, posted on X Friday, Akon shared that he discovered Wizkid in 2008 when the artist was still relatively unknown in Nigeria. He signed Wizkid to his record label, helping […] The post “Wizkid’s Global Success Began After We Connected Him To Bigger Market” – Akon appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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