3 h. ago Surprise As AI Issues Unsolicited Certificate Of Recognition To Lebanese Engineer In Nigeria

A Lebanese engineer working in Nigeria, Mazen Kalassina, has become the subject of international curiosity after receiving a spontaneous certificate from an artificial intelligence (AI) system, an event some observers said was unprecedented. In June 2025, ChatGPT, a widely used AI language model, issued a Certificate of Distinction to Engr. Mazen Kalassina without any prompt […]

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5 h. ago NAICOM Sets July 2026 Deadline For New Insurance Capital Requirements

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has granted insurers and reinsurers a 12-month window to meet the new Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR) introduced under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. According to a circular issued by the Commission, all operators must comply with the revised MCR and applicable Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework on or […]

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10 h. ago Nigeria must embrace bold, brilliant innovation to tackle global issues – Expert

By Abel Leonard, Lafia Nigerian deep-tech researcher, Destiny Ogwuche, has called on innovators, policymakers and investors to embrace bold, brilliant and science-driven innovation capable of tackling global challenges in energy, health, climate, and food security. Ogwuche, a doctoral candidate in Business Administration at Golden Gate University, California, stressed that most consumer technology trends today amount […] The post Nigeria must embrace bold, brilliant innovation to tackle global issues – Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has expressed commitment to addressing the issue of abandoned and uncompleted projects in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions Echono, an architect, spoke on Thursday at the commissioning ceremony of a world-class International Conference Centre (ICC) at Bayero University, Kano. He disclosed […] The post TETfund to address abandoned projects in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Tackle Issues Plaguing Nigeria’s Football To Attract Investors, NFF, Others Urged

To gain private sector confidence and attract high-profile investors, Nigeria’s football industry must address and cleanse itself of the numerous issues affecting the nation’s football landscape, according to Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, the former chairman of Gombe United FC and a prominent sports critic. In a chat with LEADERSHIP Sports regarding the management of football […]

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2 d. ago Nigeria issues Air Tanzania foreign carrier permit to boost aviation ties

to commence direct Dar es Salaam–Lagos flights The Federal Government has presented the Foreign Carrier Operation Permit (FCOP) to Air read more Nigeria issues Air Tanzania foreign carrier permit to boost aviation ties

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3 d. ago ‘Nigeria’s migration laws not harsh to labour migrants in the country’

Tribune Online ‘Nigeria’s migration laws not harsh to labour migrants in the country’ Comrade James Eustace, is Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) focal person on Labour Migration/Migration, in this exclusive interview with CHRISTIAN APPOLOS, speaks about Nigeria’s labour migration laws, policies and actions AU must take to make its free movement protocol more effective. Excerpts: IN Nigeria, where are we in the issues of irregular migration, especially with migrant […] ‘Nigeria’s migration laws not harsh to labour migrants in the country’ Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Rivers stakeholders write Tinubu, express concern over LG election issues

Rivers indigenes from diverse walks of life, via a group known as Major Stakeholders, have penned an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, expressing reservations over the proposed conduct of local government elections in the state. Titled: “Rivers LG Election: A Serious Threat To Democracy And Repeated Violation Of The Constitution — Urgent Warning From […] The post Rivers stakeholders write Tinubu, express concern over LG election issues appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Companies hold off on new debts issuance over servicing cost

Nigeria businesses are holding off on issuing new debt, creating a quiet spell in the corporate bond market, waiting for read more Companies hold off on new debts issuance over servicing cost

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8 d. ago $94bn Debt: Ohanaeze Cautions FG Over Worsening Economic Crisis

Former Minister of Information and ex-President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief John Nwodo, has issued a grave warning about Nigeria’s deteriorating political and economic conditions, urging immediate and far-reaching reforms to prevent national disintegration. Speaking at the public presentation of Bubbles of Nigeria’s Democracy and Wadata Wonders, two books by veteran journalist Mr. Ike Abonyi in […]

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8 d. ago ‘Nigeria Glorifies Thieves, Rewards Corrupt Politicians With Appointments’, Says Emir Sanusi II

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has issued a scathing critique of Nigeria’s political culture, saying that the country now glorifies material wealth at the expense of values, integrity, and public accountability. Speaking on Wednesday night during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, the outspoken monarch said Nigeria has eroded its core […]

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8 d. ago Expert Seeks Urgent Reforms In Land Acquisition To Drive Infrastructure Dev’t

A leading expert in land management and infrastructure development, ESV. Emmanuel Mark, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s right of way acquisition processes to unlock sustainable infrastructure growth across the country. In a newly released article titled “Public Infrastructure and Right of Way Acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and Challenges”, Mark emphasised that land acquisition […]

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8 d. ago 7% seaport surcharge threatens cargo clearance at Nigerian ports

Tribune Online 7% seaport surcharge threatens cargo clearance at Nigerian ports 7 per cent levy not ours —Customs CG • Cost of vehicles will rise —Motor dealers IMPORTERS are threatening to abandon cargoes at the nation’s ports following the presence of a seven per cent surcharge levy on the B’Odogwu Declaration form being issued to importers by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), checks by the Nigerian […] 7% seaport surcharge threatens cargo clearance at Nigerian ports Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Church of Nigeria ends ties with Church in Wales over LGBT issues

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has formally announced an end to its relationship with the Church in Wales over the recent election of Bishop Cherry Vann, a lesbian cleric, as the new Archbishop of Wales. Anglican Primate, Archbishop Henry Ndukuba, announced the decision at the opening ceremony of the Church […] The post Church of Nigeria ends ties with Church in Wales over LGBT issues appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago We can’t address LG autonomy without addressing constitutional joint account – Expert

The International Training Research and Advocacy Project (ITRAP) says Nigeria cannot address the issue of local government autonomy without first read more We can’t address LG autonomy without addressing constitutional joint account – Expert

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1 week ago Nigeria’s Islamic leaders join dialogue on biotech, food security

Tribune Online Nigeria’s Islamic leaders join dialogue on biotech, food security IN a symbolic gathering in Abuja, science and faith leaders came together to address one of the most pressing issues facing Nigeria today which is how to feed a growing population in the face of mounting climate challenges. The event was a sensitisation workshop on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and their products, hosted by the […] Nigeria’s Islamic leaders join dialogue on biotech, food security Tribune Online

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1 week ago NiMet predicts widespread rain, thunderstorms nationwide from Monday

By Seyi Babalola Nigeria’s Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a warning for widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across the country beginning Monday, raising concerns of flash floods in some regions. The three-day prediction, announced on Sunday in Abuja, indicates increased hazards as the country enters a critical rainy season. On Monday, the agency projected early […] The post NiMet predicts widespread rain, thunderstorms nationwide from Monday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ohanaeze slams Tinubu over Customs boss tenure extension, alleges bias against Igbo race

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has accused President Bola Tinubu of deliberately frustrating the promotion of Deputy Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, BU Nwafor, from Anambra State to the position of Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service. In a statement issued on Saturday by its National Publicity Secretary, Dr Ezechi […] The post Ohanaeze slams Tinubu over Customs boss tenure extension, alleges bias against Igbo race appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: We Know How To Beat Super Falcons, South Africa Coach Declares

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has issued a warning to the Super Falcons of Nigeria ahead of their semi-final meeting at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The holders triumphed over Senegal, winning 4-1 on penalties in a thrilling quarter-final contest on Saturday night, securing a date with Nigeria. Andile Dlamini […]

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3 w. ago Issues, challenges confronting ADC coalition in battle for 2027

Tribune Online Issues, challenges confronting ADC coalition in battle for 2027 Political heavyweights from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), and Labour Party recently came together to form a coalition aimed at unseating the ruling APC, but they face significant headwinds. In this piece, PHILIP IBITOYE examines the threats to the coalition’s ambitions. AS Nigeria’s political landscape begins to heat up ahead of […] Issues, challenges confronting ADC coalition in battle for 2027 Tribune Online

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