8 h. ago EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State with a pump action rifle and live cartridges, recovered from one of them. Confirming the development, EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said their arrest on Friday, August 15, 2025 […] The post EFCC nabs 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, recovers rifle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Cross River boosts health security with public, animal health bills

By Damiete Braide The Cross River State Government is taking bold steps to boost its health security framework with the drafting of two landmark pieces of legislation, the Public Health Security Bill and the Animal Health Bill. Through the collaborative efforts of the State Ministries of Health and Justice, in partnership with the Nigeria Centre […] The post Cross River boosts health security with public, animal health bills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice

There are so many attractions to lure an average tourist to visit the West African country of Benin Republic, Nigeria’s neighbour. Top among these is the ancient Trans-Atlantic slave port Ouidah which has the sacred forest, pythons’ shrine, the ancient slave market,  and  Point of No Return all serving as major pulls for tourists.   […] The post Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Why Nigeria Exports Electricity To Benin Republic, Others Despite Shortfall — Energy Commission Boss, Abdullahi

The commission’s Director-General outlined efforts to boost renewables and addressed concerns over electricity exports. The post Why Nigeria Exports Electricity To Benin Republic, Others Despite Shortfall — Energy Commission Boss, Abdullahi appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A group, West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), Nigeria, said it has trained over 1,500 community women with Peacebuilding skills to wade into conflict and ensure peaceful resolution in project areas. The National Network Coordinator (NNC) of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding- Dr. Bridget Osakwe, disclosed this at a 2-Day […] The post WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago We haven’t abandoned you, minister tells Nigerian pastor incarcerated in Benin Republic

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has told a Nigerian pastor, Benjamin Egbaji, incarcerated in the Republic of Benin, that the Nigerian government has not abandoned him. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, according to a statement issued by her Special Assistant on Communication and New Media, Magnus Eze, stated this when she […] The post We haven’t abandoned you, minister tells Nigerian pastor incarcerated in Benin Republic appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Federal Gov’t Endorses AIFF 2025, Pledges Support For Northern Creative Industry

The Federal Government has pledged full support for the Arewa International Film Festival (AIFF) 2025, describing it as a vital platform to reclaim the cultural narrative of the Sahel region, stimulate youth empowerment, and integrate Northern Nigeria into the global creative economy. Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, made this […]

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1 week ago Nigeria, Benin Republic seal trade framework to bolster regional economy

Adeniyi pledges seamless border operations under new pact Nigeria and the Republic of Benin have reached a key agreement on a joint trade framework aimed at dismantling trade barriers, boosting cross-border commerce and deepening regional economic integration. The high-level meeting, which took place over the weekend at the Ministère de l’Économie et des Finances in […] The post Nigeria, Benin Republic seal trade framework to bolster regional economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria, Benin Republic Sign Joint Trade Framework To Boost Regional Integration

Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, described the agreement as “a bold step forward in West Africa’s regional economic strategy.” The post Nigeria, Benin Republic Sign Joint Trade Framework To Boost Regional Integration appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago NMDPRA Refined Fuel Conference To Boost West Africa’s Energy Market Integration

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) is set to enhance regional collaboration and boost integration of the West African energy market, focusing on refining, trading, and market harmonisation of petroleum products across the sub-region during a two-day conference to be held next week. The NMDPRA said that the West African Refined Fuel […]

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