65 m. ago From crisis to profit: How Nigeria can benefit from global trade shifts –Directors Institute

By Merit Ibe                                               ibe.merit@yahoo.com    For the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD), the ongoing trade wars between the United States and many countries, Nigeria inclusive, is not all gloom and doom, as […] The post From crisis to profit: How Nigeria can benefit from global trade shifts –Directors Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Rack Centre’s LGS2 12MW facility to drive Nigeria’s digital revolution –Mgt

The newly commissioned LGS2 12MW IT Load Data Centre built by Rack Centre-West Africa’s leading Tier III carrier and cloud neutral data centre, has been described as the best-in-class and a game changer that would revolutionise Nigeria’s digital landscape. The Chairman, Rack Centre, Maher Jarmakani, disclosed this during the official commissioning of the data centre […] The post Rack Centre’s LGS2 12MW facility to drive Nigeria’s digital revolution –Mgt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday advanced their partnership in the solid minerals sector during a technical working session in Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, hosted South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, to discuss mining sector cooperation. Alake emphasised that collaboration between […] The post Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Team Nigeria Wins 14 Medals At ITTF World Para Future in Jordan

Team Nigeria has bagged 14 medals in para table tennis, at the just concluded ITTF World Para Future in Amman, Jordan. The team made an impressive haul of five gold, seven silver, and two bronze medals, ranking among the top three teams in the tournament. Nigeria battled for honours alongside host Jordan, Iraq, Indonesia, Egypt, […] The post Team Nigeria Wins 14 Medals At ITTF World Para Future in Jordan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths

From Daniel Kanu Dr Philips Nto, Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to become billionaires, tapping into the N14 trillion lost annually to post-harvest mismanagement. Speaking during a visit by the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Abia State Chapter, […] The post Agriculture can make you billionaires, ABIC DG, tells youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa strengthen ties to curb continental energy deficit

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D, has emphasized that Africa must begin to look inward for sustainable solutions to its energy challenges. This was made known in a statement signed by SA Media and Communication to the Minister, Nneamaka Okafor on Wednesday. The minister stated that boosting local production […] The post Nigeria, South Africa strengthen ties to curb continental energy deficit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Dr Uwa Igiehon, Managing Director of Industrial Park, Ologbo, Edo State, has urged the Federal Government to invest in local engineers to reduce Nigeria’s capital flight. Speaking during an inspection of the Ossiomo Power Independent Power Project (IPP) in Ologbo, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, he emphasised that Nigeria has the […] The post Igiehon harps on investing in local engineers to curb Nigeria’s capital flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago 2027 Election: I Have What It Takes To Become Nigeria’s President — Gov Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that he has what it takes to lead Nigeria as president in 2027. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television, the Governor noted that he has accomplished more than just serving as the leader of the state. Makinde said: “I don’t have any doubt that I […] The post 2027 Election: I Have What It Takes To Become Nigeria’s President — Gov Seyi Makinde appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom

By Damiete Braide The pan-Nigerian socio-political group, Afenifere, has raised serious concerns over what it describes as the systematic “destructuring” of Nigeria’s federal foundations under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a strongly worded statement signed by its leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, and National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, Afenifere expressed alarm at […] The post Afenifere accuses Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s federal foundations and democratic freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Buratai’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria must be emulated – Author

…As AI app, Deepseek rates Ex-COAS high on fight against insurgency From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Borno State based Author, Mohammed Sani Abubakar has advised that the commitment by the former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Tukur Yusufu Buratai to safeguard and rid Nigeria of insecurity during his tenure must be emulated by successive […] The post Buratai’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria must be emulated – Author appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago NSC applauds Team Nigeria on success at ITTF Word Para Future tourney in Jordan

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has lauded the outstanding performance of Team Nigeria at the recently concluded ITTF World Para Future tournament in Amman, Jordan, where the nation displayed  its dominance in para table tennis by finishing among the top three teams globally. Over the three-day championship, Nigeria amassed a remarkable haul of five gold, […] The post NSC applauds Team Nigeria on success at ITTF Word Para Future tourney in Jordan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Nigeria’s fuel imports drop 30 million litres, US policy threatens budget – NMDPRA

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) reported a 67% drop in Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) imports, from 44.6 million litres daily in August 2024 to 14.7 million litres by mid-April 2025, a reduction of about 30 million litres. NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, speaking at the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing […] The post Nigeria’s fuel imports drop 30 million litres, US policy threatens budget – NMDPRA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) on Tuesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, aiming to tackle unemployment and equip Nigerians with skills for the global economy. The initiative targets 2.5 million direct and indirect jobs annually. Shettima, in a statement by his media […] The post Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Nigeria’s Inflation Jumps From 23.18% To 24.23% In March 2025

Nigeria’s inflation crisis deepened in March 2025 as the headline inflation rate jumped to 24.23%, from 23.18% recorded in February. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development reflects a 1.05% increase that further squeezes households battling with soaring living costs. In a report on Tuesday by Nigeria Bureau of Statistics, disclosed that on a month-on-month basis, […] The post Nigeria’s Inflation Jumps From 23.18% To 24.23% In March 2025 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba

Troops of 6 brigade Nigeria Army/sector 3 operation whirl stroke have killed two suspected terrorists in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State. It was gathered that some other criminal elements escaped with gunshot injuries in during the fierce battle with the security agents. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Acting […] The post Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has apologized to victims’ families over failure of government and security agencies to protect them and their properties. Governor Muftwang’s appeal is coming, following the recent attack in some communities located in Bassa Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that gunmen on Monday, […] The post “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has issued 47 Licenses to Establish (LTE) and 30 Licenses to Construct (LTC) refineries in one year, significantly advancing Nigeria’s refining capacity. Announced by NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed during the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, these licenses represent a combined […] The post NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal

From Chukwuma Umeorah The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) have emphasised that transparent corporate reporting is vital for attracting both local and foreign investors to Nigeria’s capital market. This was highlighted at the second ICAN-NGX Corporate Reporting Award in Lagos on Tuesday, which honoured listed companies excelling […] The post ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Expert urges action to boost Nigeria’s voter turnout in 2027

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD), a civil society organisation, has warned of a potential election blackout in 2027 unless urgent steps are taken to reverse the 26 per cent voter turnout recorded in the 2023 general elections. Dr Iroro Izu, an election expert and senior lecturer […] The post Expert urges action to boost Nigeria’s voter turnout in 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March

Oyo, Kaduna, Kebbi worst hit By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s cost of living crisis worsened in March 2025 as food inflation surged to 21.79 percent year on year, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said. In a report released today, the NBS said the inflation is caused by the hike in price of essential staples […] The post Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March -NBS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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