66 m. ago Senate weighs proposals for 31 new states despite Nigeria’s fiscal crisis

…Acknowledges proposals for 18 new LGAs The Nigerian Senate has acknowledged the receipt of 31 separate proposals seeking the creation read more Senate weighs proposals for 31 new states despite Nigeria’s fiscal crisis

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97 m. ago Nigeria secures $20bn investment on steel production, energy from Chinese investors

• Signs 55 agreements   From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has announced investment commitments of $20 billion from Chinese investors. Tegbe said the investment commitments in 55 signed agreements would be deployed to trigger industrialisation of Nigeria, with specific focus on critical sectors, such as agriculture, […] The post Nigeria secures $20bn investment on steel production, energy from Chinese investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Obi: Okpebholo clarifies stand, says state open to all Nigerians but protocols must be followed

• Withdraw threat to ex-LP presidential candidate or face legal action –Falana   From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja, George Onyejiuwa, Owerri, Tony Osauzo and Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin More reactions have trailed the comment by Governor Monday Okpebholo that former Anambra State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi is not […] The post Obi: Okpebholo clarifies stand, says state open to all Nigerians but protocols must be followed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Defections: Prioritise loyal members, fulfil campaign promises, APC chieftain tells Tinubu

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Delta State, Chief Ayiri Emami, has urged President Bola Tinubu to protect loyal party members who stood with the APC before it became attractive to defectors, warning that those who built the party must not be sidelined. “I won’t be pushed out of a […] The post Defections: Prioritise loyal members, fulfil campaign promises, APC chieftain tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Pension Operators Sensitise Young Professionals To Cancer Awareness

The Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) recently held a Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS) focused on cancer awareness for young professionals as part of its continuous efforts to promote knowledge sharing and overall well-being within the industry. The two-hour session was aimed at sensitising participants to the risks associated with cervical and prostate cancers, […]

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1 hour ago SanlamAllianz Supports Empowerment Of Insurance Professionals, Brokers

The newly launched joint venture between Sanlam and Allianz in Nigeria, SanlamAllianz has supported empowerment of insurance professionals and brokers by hosting the first edition of the 2025 NCRIB Empowerment Series. The Series is a flagship initiative designed to empower insurance professionals and drive industry growth. The event, which took place at the Insurance Brokers […]

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2 h. ago ‘Gratuity Payment Reintroduction For Civil Servants Needs Legal Backing

As the National Pension Commission ( PenCom) considers the reintroduction of gratuity payments for civil servants under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), a stakeholder has highlighted the need for robust legal backing to ensure the success and sustainability of this initiative. The chairman/CEO, Achor Actuarial Services Limited, Dr. Pius Apere, while lauding the PenCom for […]

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2 h. ago Zenith Bank Emerges ‘Nigeria’s Best Bank’ At Euromoney Awards

Zenith Bank Plc has been named Nigeria’s Best Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, emerging as Nigeria’s standout performer, attesting to its commitment to delivering exceptional banking services, innovative products and superior value to its customers and shareholders. Recognized for its outstanding financial performance, innovative strategies, and commitment to digital transformation and sustainability, […]

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2 h. ago Gov Otu aligns with states creation, women inclusion, state police

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has advocated for the creation of new states, greater inclusion of women and persons with disabilities in governance, and the establishment of state police as part of the ongoing efforts to amend the 1999 Constitution. Speaking through his deputy, Peter Odey, at the South-South Zonal Public Hearing on […] The post Gov Otu aligns with states creation, women inclusion, state police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Bayelsa proposes 33 LGAs, state police, electoral, judicial reforms

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa Bayelsa State has made a request for the creation of 25 additional local government areas, separate from the existing eight in the state. The state also proposed fiscal federalism, the establishment of state police and electoral as well as judicial reforms. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Biriyai Dambo, […] The post Bayelsa proposes 33 LGAs, state police, electoral, judicial reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Awujale’s Efforts Brought APC Merger, Made Buhari President – Bakare

The leader of the Global Community Citadel Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has said that Oba Sikiru Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, was instrumental to the All Progressive Congress (APC) merger that brought former President Muhammadu Buhari to power. Bakare, during a state broadcast, said that the APC would not have been formed without Awujale’s crucial […]

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2 h. ago KLM, Lufthansa, Air France Still Sell Tickets To Nigerians In Dollars – NANTA

Travel agents have raised the alarm that foreign airlines are continuing to sell flight tickets to outbound passengers in U.S. dollars. LEADERSHIP reports that the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari had in 2022 kicked against foreign airlines selling tickets in Nigeria in foreign currencies. Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika had said selling tickets in foreign […]

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2 h. ago CBN may cut interest rate as inflation slows, GDP gains focus — Analysts

Tribune Online CBN may cut interest rate as inflation slows, GDP gains focus — Analysts As Nigeria’s Central Bank prepares for its third Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2025, expectations are building around a potential 25 basis point interest rate cut. Economic analysts and stakeholders are closely watching inflation trends and GDP growth figures, which are likely to influence the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) next major monetary decision. […] CBN may cut interest rate as inflation slows, GDP gains focus — Analysts Tribune Online

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2 h. ago 1 YEAR AFTER S/COURT JUDGEMENT Workers Threaten Strike Over Lack Of Financial Autonomy In LGAs

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has raised the alarm over the continued delay in implementing the Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local government councils. The attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Lateef Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), had on behalf of the federal government […]

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2 h. ago Buhari’s family thanks Tinubu, Nigerians, world leaders for support during ex

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Malam Mamman Daura, the most senior family member of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, has thanked Nigerians for their support and solidarity with the family. In a statement by Malam Garba Shehu, the family head said the participation of Nigerians from all spheres of life made the sad moment bearable. Daura […] The post Buhari’s family thanks Tinubu, Nigerians, world leaders for support during ex-president’s burial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Obasanjo tasks school principals to drive character, moral rebirth campaign in Nigeria

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has challenged the principals and teachers in Nigerian schools to champion the character and moral rebirth campaign in Nigeria, thus culminating in the development of good character, morals and skills of young people who have the responsibility of driving the holistic socio-economic and political development agenda of […] The post Obasanjo tasks school principals to drive character, moral rebirth campaign in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago PDP condemns assassination attempt on its Anambra governorship candidate

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has condemned the assignation attempt on its Nov. 8, governorship election in Anambra, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, demanding immediate arrest of the assailants and their sponsors. The party stated this in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba on Sunday in Abuja.Ologunagba urged the Inspector General of Police to […] The post PDP condemns assassination attempt on its Anambra governorship candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos gov’s wife lauds Rotary for supporting husband’s agenda

By Bolaji Okunola Wife of the Lagos State Governor, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has commended the Rotary Club for its continued commitment to humanitarian service and alignment with the state’s development goals. She gave the commendation at the fundraising and investiture ceremony of Adekunmilola Adio-Moses as the 22nd president of the Rotary Club of Omole-Golden. Dr. […] The post Lagos gov’s wife lauds Rotary for supporting husband’s agenda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago MPC faces tough balancing act of sustaining price, exchange rate stability

Tribune Online MPC faces tough balancing act of sustaining price, exchange rate stability The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) faces a tough balancing act: sustain the naira’s recent stability, and control inflation while ensuring that borrowing costs do not continue to suffocate businesses and economic growth, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG. The stage is set for what could be one of the most crucial […] MPC faces tough balancing act of sustaining price, exchange rate stability Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FX reserves surge to $422m as CBN steps up market intervention

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) reserves rose by $422.16 million last week, reaching $37.85 billion as of July 17, as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) intensified its market intervention by injecting approximately $80 million into the FX market to stabilise the naira.       This marks the second consecutive weekly increase […] The post FX reserves surge to $422m as CBN steps up market intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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