16 h. ago Inflation Could Drop To 14% By 2026 If Reforms Continue – AfreximBank

If Nigeria maintains its ongoing economic reforms, inflation could reduce to around 14 per cent by the end of 2026, the group chief economist and managing director of Afreximbank, Yemi Kale, has said. Kale, who delivered these insights during a keynote address at ‘The Platform Nigeria’, noted that while inflation eased to 20.12 per cent […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify

Tribune Online Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify Nigeria’s banking sector is on the cusp of another consolidation wave as Tier-2 and smaller banks face mounting pressure to merge or be acquired ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) March 2026 recapitalisation deadline. With new minimum capital requirements of N500 billion for international banks, N200 billion for national banks, and N50 billion […] Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify Tribune Online

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6 d. ago China’s Modernisation Amid 75 Years Poverty Reduction: Lessons For Nigeria

In 2024, China celebrated its 75th anniversary of emergence into the modern era after the People’s Republic was founded on October 1, 1949. It was an event marked with the spirit of national fulfillment, a reflection of the people’s power following the victory of the forces of the Communist Party of China (CPC) led by […]

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6 d. ago Chinese modernisation and lessons of 75 years of poverty reduction

By Michael Anthony Seventy-five years ago, the People’s Republic of China was one of the poorest nations on earth. Famines scarred its villages, infrastructure was shattered, and life expectancy lagged behind much of the developing world. Today, China declares it has eradicated extreme poverty, lifting over 800 million people out of deprivation — the largest […] The post Chinese modernisation and lessons of 75 years of poverty reduction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Surgeon to FG: Set up orthopaedic hospitals, trauma centres to reduce highway deaths

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Provost, College of Health Sciences, Federal University, Lokoja, Prof Michael Ozovehe Ogirima has called on the federal government to urgently establish more orthopaedic hospitals, trauma centres and rehabilitation services in all the six geopolitical zones. Ogirima, a renowned orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, said the facilities should be strategically established along […] The post Surgeon to FG: Set up orthopaedic hospitals, trauma centres to reduce highway deaths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Providus becomes 9th largest bank after merger with Unity bank

Providus Bank Limited has climbed into the top tier of Nigeria’s lenders, emerging as the ninth-largest bank by assets after read more Providus becomes 9th largest bank after merger with Unity bank

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7 d. ago Merger between Providus, Unity bank approved by shareholders

Shareholders and boards of directors of Providus Bank and Unity Bank have approved the merger of the two financial institutions. read more Merger between Providus, Unity bank approved by shareholders

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8 d. ago FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto

Tribune Online FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto The Federal Government has launched the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) in Sokoto State as part of renewed efforts to drastically reduce maternal and infant deaths in Nigeria. The initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, is in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment […] FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Only God’s intervention can minimise corruption in Nigeria – CAC President

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The President, Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Pastor Samuel Oladele has lamented that corruption may not be completely eradicated in Nigeria but reduced maximally with the intervention of God. The renowned cleric who spoke at this year’s pastors conference of the church, held at the Ayo Babalola memorial camp, along Ilesa-Akure express […] The post Only God’s intervention can minimise corruption in Nigeria – CAC President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago We need God’s intervention to minimise corruption in Nigeria—CAC President

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The President, Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Pastor Samuel Oladele, has lamented that corruption may not be completely eradicated in Nigeria but reduced maximally with the intervention of God. The renowned cleric, who spoke at this year’s pastors’ conference of the church, held at the Joseph Ayo Babalola Memorial Camp along Ilesa-Akure […] The post We need God’s intervention to minimise corruption in Nigeria—CAC President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Employers, Economists Hail Central Bank For Slashing Interest Rate To 27%

After five years, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced its key interest rate, signalling a cautious shift in its monetary stance as inflation shows steady improvement. At the end of its two-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) session in Abuja on Tuesday, the CBN lowered the MPR by 50 basis points to 27 per […]

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1 week ago Rotary club launches national community violence reduction programme in Anambra

Tribune Online Rotary club launches national community violence reduction programme in Anambra Rotary Action Group for Peace (RAGFP) – Nigeria Chapter, Anambra State Branch, has officially launched the National Community Violence Reduction Programme (NCVRP) in Anambra State, alongside the Grassroots Peace and Security Assessment, Rotary club launches national community violence reduction programme in Anambra Tribune Online

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1 week ago ‘Policy Can Be Beautiful On Paper’– Expert Comment On Government Move To Modernize Education

Tribune Online ‘Policy Can Be Beautiful On Paper’– Expert Comment On Government Move To Modernize Education The Nigeria’s government, through the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has announced a major revamp of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum to reduce overload, strengthen trade competencies, align with global standards, and prepare young Nigerians for current industrial demands.  With 26 trade areas streamlined and modernised to reflect industry needs and are critical to […] ‘Policy Can Be Beautiful On Paper’– Expert Comment On Government Move To Modernize Education Tribune Online

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2 w. ago AMCE sets sights on reducing medical tourism, strengthening cancer care in Nigeria

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the growing cancer burden in Nigeria by read more AMCE sets sights on reducing medical tourism, strengthening cancer care in Nigeria

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2 w. ago Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns

Tribune Online Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns FORMER Vice-President Atiku Abubakar warned that the planned move to reduce the nation’s stakes in joint ventures in the oil sector is capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty over its most strategic resources. Atiku, who gave the warning in a statement issued by his Media Office in Abuja on Monday, expressed serious concern on the plan […] Move to reduce FG’s stakes in joint oil ventures capable of undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty, Atiku warns Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Customs to automate overtime cargo clearance to reduce corruption, port congestion

By Steve Agbota The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has concluded plans to fully automate its overtime cargo clearance system in Zone A, a move aimed at curbing corruption, reducing port congestion, and ensuring greater transparency in cargo management. Speaking during a sensitisation exercise with stakeholders in Lagos on Monday, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale […] The post Customs to automate overtime cargo clearance to reduce corruption, port congestion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NLNG champions methane reduction, rallies global industry to act

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has intensified its campaign to curb methane emissions, embedding preventive measures into facility design, upgrading existing assets, and deploying new technologies, according to its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Philip Mshelbila. Speaking on a high-level panel at the 2025 Gastech Conference in Milan, Italy, Mshelbila disclosed that NLNG is close […] The post NLNG champions methane reduction, rallies global industry to act appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘We like Greek gifts,’ Nigerians blast NUPENG over Dangote’s fuel price reduction

Tribune Online ‘We like Greek gifts,’ Nigerians blast NUPENG over Dangote’s fuel price reduction The decision of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to warn Nigerians against accepting Dangote Refinery’s recent fuel price reduction has drawn heavy backlash on social media, with many citizens mocking the union and embracing what they described as “much-needed relief.” Dangote had announced lower petrol pump prices in several states […] ‘We like Greek gifts,’ Nigerians blast NUPENG over Dangote’s fuel price reduction Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Tinubu launches RenewHER Initiative to transform women’s health, combat maternal mortality

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu on Thursday launched RenewHER, a national initiative aimed at transforming women’s health and reducing maternal mortality across Nigeria. Unveiled on Thursday night at a gala event held in the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the programme represents a strategic national effort to place women’s welfare and empowerment at the […] The post Tinubu launches RenewHER Initiative to transform women’s health, combat maternal mortality appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Stakeholders, foreign partners push for stronger tobacco tax to reduce consumption, boost revenue

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Key stakeholders from government ministries, academia, civil society organisations and international partners converged at a workshop yesterday in Abuja to review and endorse the Tobacco Excise Tax Simulation (TETSiM) report aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s tobacco taxation policy. The engagement came as Nigeria prepares to revise its tobacco tax regime, which expired […] The post Stakeholders, foreign partners push for stronger tobacco tax to reduce consumption, boost revenue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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