1 hour ago Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria on Thursday, May 8, urging strict enforcement of the Child Rights Act and related laws to ensure children’s safety and dignity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first regional meeting of Africa Pathfinder Countries […] The post Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi and Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government plans to issue a N250 billion Sovereign Green Bond in October 2025, with a N50 billion bond scheduled for late May, Environment Minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal announced at the eighth Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Nigeria, the first African nation to launch a Sovereign Green […] The post Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Tinubu Demands Stiff Enforcement Of Child Rights Protection Laws

President Bola Tinubu has launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria, with a call for stiff enforcement of the Child Rights Act and other child protection laws that guarantee the safety, dignity, and future of Nigerian children. He outlined practical steps being taken by his administration to achieve this, including […]

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15 h. ago Glovo Nigeria, Zephans & Co partner to revolutionise fashion delivery

Glovo Nigeria, the country’s leading multi-category app, has partnered with ready-to-wear fashion label Zephans&Co in a first-of-its-kind collaboration that blends style with cutting-edge convenience. The strategic partnership marks a major milestone, Glovo becomes the first multi-category technology platform in Nigeria to host a retail fashion brand, ushering in a new era of on-demand fashion delivery. […] The post Glovo Nigeria, Zephans & Co partner to revolutionise fashion delivery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The federal government has restated its commitment to ending violence against children, women, and vulnerable groups. Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim made the recommitment at the kickoff of the two-day Regional Meeting of Pathfinder African Countries on the Global Alliance to End Violence Against Children in Abuja on Wednesday, where […] The post Nigeria hosts 14 African nations, reaffirms pledge to end violence against children appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago FCTA Adopts Pathfinding Model To End Violence Against Children

The Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has said that it will adopt the pathfinding model to end violence against children across the territory. The Mandate Secretary, Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, stated t on Wednesday, on the sideline of the two-day ministerial-level Regional Meeting of the Pathfinding Global Alliance on Ending Violence […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Nigeria will host its maiden International Qur’anic Recitation Competition in August, organised by the Centre for Islamic Studies at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, alongside other stakeholders. The event, starting in Jos, Plateau State, with finals in Abuja, will feature participants from about 20 countries, including Cameroon, Ghana, Chad, Senegal, Kenya, Egypt, […] The post Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria scoops 4 gold medals at African Wrestling Championship

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa It was a total dominance with ecstasy for Team Nigeria at the ongoing African Senior Wrestling Championships in Casablanca, Morocco as the nation’s women wrestlers swept all four gold medals, they competed for except Adekuoroye Mercy in 57kg, who fell ill and had to be pulled out of the tournament. The […] The post Nigeria scoops 4 gold medals at African Wrestling Championship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Arewa House in Kaduna will host Nigeria’s top dignitaries on Saturday, May 10, for the 10th Authentic News Daily Awards and Lecture, organised by the Kaduna-based media outlet Authentic News Daily. Amos Ebute Mathew, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, said in a statement that preparations for the event, starting at […] The post Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria To Host International Qur’anic Recitation Competition

Barring last-minute change of plans, Nigeria will host the International Qur’anic Recitation competition in August this year. The event, which will feature participants from about 20 countries, is spearheaded by a former member representing Bassa/Jos North federal constituency of Plateau State, Muhammad Adam Alkali A statement made available to journalists on Thursday said the event […]

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8 d. ago Nigeria To Host King’s Baton Relay Ahead Of 2026 Glasgow Games

Nigeria is set to host the King’s Baton Relay between June 15 and June 18, 2025, an event organised under the auspices of Commonwealth Sport and the Commonwealth Games Nigeria. In a historic first, each of the 74 Commonwealth nations and territories will receive a baton to customise and decorate, showcasing their unique cultural heritage. […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigeria has, for the first time, hosted the African and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) Conference, with the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc playing host to key financial and capital market stakeholders across the region.  The two-day event, themed “Shaping the Future: Financial Market Infrastructures as Catalysts for Transforming Economies,” convened […] The post Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria eyes tourism boom as NIHOTOUR hosts UN tourism hopeful

By Johnson Adebowale The bustling corridors of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) recently played host to a figure with grand designs for Africa’s travel landscape: Mr. Harry Theoharis, the candidate vying for the top seat at the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). His visit, orchestrated by the dynamic leadership of NIHOTOUR’s […] The post Nigeria eyes tourism boom as NIHOTOUR hosts UN tourism hopeful appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNN hosts PCN recertification programme for foreign pharmacy graduates

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) is hosting the first cycle of the 2025 Foreign Pharmacy Graduates Orientation Programme (FPGOP), organized by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN). Speaking in Nsukka on Monday during the flag-off of the orientation, Prof. Chukwuemeka Nworu, Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, […] The post UNN hosts PCN recertification programme for foreign pharmacy graduates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Hostcon Youth Council applauds Pondi for humanitarian gestures

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The National Executive and Board of Trustees of the Host Communities Producing Oil, Gas and Pipeline Impacted States Youth Council of Nigeria (HOSTCON Youth Council) has commended the General Manager of Operations at Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited Chief Godfrey Tare Pondi for his humanitarian endeavours. The National President of HOSTCON […] The post Hostcon Youth Council applauds Pondi for humanitarian gestures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago SWAN Calls For Collaboration With UNIJOS Ahead Of NUGA Games

The Plateau State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has called for a collaborative effort with the University of Jos (UNIJOS) to enhance sports development in anticipation of the upcoming Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) competition, which will be hosted by the university. In a statement issued by Abdullahi Abdullahi, Senior Deputy […]

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1 week ago Matawalle Meets US Embassy Delegation To Strengthen Military Ties

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, on Thursday, hosted a delegation from the United States Embassy in. Nigeria, led by Colonel Tom Brooks, the US Defence Attaché, at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the minister’s Personal Assistant for Media, Ahmad Dan-Wudil. The […]

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom: IYC demands pipeline surveillance deal from oil firms operating in host communities

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Obolo clan in Akwa Ibom State, has reiterated its demand for a pipeline surveillance contract promised by Sterling Global/Natural Oil Field Services. In a communiqué issued in Uyo on Wednesday, following a meeting to inaugurate new operational chapters, the IYC, led by Chairman Michael Jaja, […] The post Akwa Ibom: IYC demands pipeline surveillance deal from oil firms operating in host communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago U20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Storm Cairo For Friendly Battle With Young Pharaohs

Nigeria’s U20 male football team, Flying Eagles, have arrived in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo as they get set for 17th Africa U20 Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals starting in the North African country on Sunday. A delegation of 24 players and nine officials led by head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, touched down at the […]

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2 w. ago Promote Love, Not Division, First Lady Tells Christian Youths

First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has urged Christian youth across the country to become agents of love and unity and warned against the dangers of religious and regional division. While hosting members of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), she called to an Easter Brunch […]

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