1 hour ago Experts, Rights Groups Divided As US Stiffens Visa Rules Against Nigerians

Nigerian international affairs experts and other experts have reacted to the new visa restriction on Nigerian travellers to the United States, with most criticising the US policy and describing it as counterproductive. The US mission in a message on X, its official social media handle formerly known as Twitter, on Monday mandated Nigerian visa applicants […]

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2 h. ago Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review

Tribune Online Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said its decision to return to market-driven pricing in the telecoms sector has spurred over one billion dollars in infrastructure investment in 2025. Mr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, said this during an interactive session with journalists in Lagos recently. He explained that the policy shift, introduced […] Telecoms sector gets $1bn investment boost after pricing review Tribune Online

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2 h. ago “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola

Nigerian Afro House star Niniola Apata has opened up about the harrowing experience of witnessing the 1995 assassination of her father, retired Brigadier-General Simeon Apata. In a recent interview with Jay On Air, posted on X on Tuesday, Niniola recounted how the incident at their Lagos home has had a profound and enduring effect on […] The post “Witnessing My Father’s Killing As A Child Traumatised Me” — Niniola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has been urged to support the Nigerian media with targeted incentives, including tax reliefs and import duty waivers on essential media tools. Former Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Femi Soneye, made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, […] The post FG urged to consider tax incentives, duty reliefs for media houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic defence cooperation with the Czech Republic in its efforts to advance national security and regional stability. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, made this known when he received the Junior Deputy Minister of […] The post NAF, Czech Republic collaborate for enhanced security, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent assault on a member of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Edema Elohor Jennifer, by operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Group in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a video that went viral on Tuesday, the operatives […] The post NANS condemns assault on Anambra corps member, seeks justice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Chieftaincy Dispute: Supreme Court Didn’t Make Alaafin Sole Custodian Of Yoruba Heritage, Lawyer Backs Ooni

Abuja-based lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has stated that no judgement of the Supreme Court makes the stool of the Alaafin of Oyo the ultimate decider on pan-Yoruba affairs. LEADERSHIP reports that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, have sparked intense debate on social media following […]

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7 h. ago PDP Poised To Usher In New Leadership Nigerians Need, Says Ex

A former House of Representatives member, Hon. Shina Peller, has declared that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been positioned to usher in a leadership being yearned for by Nigerians. Hon. Peller stated this on Tuesday while reacting to the victory of the PDP candidate in the last Saturday, August 16, 2025 Ibadan North […]

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7 h. ago Jaiz Bank unveils new identity, targets ₦200bn capital by 2028

Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest financial institution, has unveiled a bold new corporate identity and laid out an ambitious read more Jaiz Bank unveils new identity, targets ₦200bn capital by 2028

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7 h. ago Reekado Banks ‘Laments’ Exit From Mavin Records As ‘Premature’

Nigerian singer, Ayoleyi Solomon, popularly called Reekado Banks, has once again reflected on his decision to leave Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records, admitting that the move was “premature.” Reekado Banks explained in an interview with the Echo Room Podcast, shared on Instagram on Tuesday, that although there was no conflict surrounding his exit, he was young […]

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7 h. ago NCS, Shippers’ Council, collaborate on B’Odogwu implementation

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a high-level consultation with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to address challenges arising from the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, commonly known as B’Odogwu. The meeting was targeted at finding practical solutions to mitigate delays and demurrage experienced by freight forwarders and […] The post NCS, Shippers’ Council, collaborate on B’Odogwu implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals

Nigerian billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has revealed that his struggles with academics prevented him from pursuing university education. The chairman of First Bank Holding shared this in his 286-page memoir, Making It Big, released on Monday. Otedola explained that he stopped formal education after completing the Lower Sixth examination and did not return for Upper […] The post “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad

Tribune Online FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad The Federal Government has taken a significant step to enhance the security and protection of Nigerian citizens travelling abroad through a partnership with ASFAAR, aimed at addressing issues surrounding the integrity of Nigerian data and documents. FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Insurance reform success hinges on governance structure – Odukale

As the Nigerian insurance industry regulatory reform towards public awareness and evolving customer expectations heighten with recapitalisation at the forefront read more Insurance reform success hinges on governance structure – Odukale

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9 h. ago Insurers embrace innovation as 87% executives back shared solution

The Nigerian insurance industry have signalled its determination to embrace innovation through shared collaboration that will not only expand market read more Insurers embrace innovation as 87% executives back shared solution

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9 h. ago Mohbad: Popular Broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, Apologises To Naira Marley, Lifts Ban On Singer’s Songs

The founder of Ibadan-based Agidigbo 88.7 FM, Oriyomi Hamzat, has tendered a public apology to Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola, popularly called Naira Marley, and lifted the ban earlier placed on songs from Marlian Records on the radio station. Hamzat announced the decision on Tuesday during a broadcast on his radio station based in Ibadan, Oyo […]

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9 h. ago B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges

Tribune Online B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges In line with its modernisation drive and commitment to trade facilitation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has held high-level consultations with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) on the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, popularly known as B’Odogwu. B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges Tribune Online

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9 h. ago 5 things to know about Razak Omotoyossi’s life and football career

Early Life and Nigerian Roots Razak Omotoyossi was born on 8 October 1985 in Lagos, Nigeria. He began his career read more 5 things to know about Razak Omotoyossi’s life and football career

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10 h. ago Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non

Tribune Online Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a businessman, Duru Ikechukwu Damian, to three months in prison for failing to declare $49,000 to the Nigerian Customs Service.  Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman

Tribune Online Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyo State Chapter, Mr Ibrahim Lawal, has said there is the need to respect autonomy and rights in the country. Lawal stated this on Tuesday at the 9th Annual / 5th memorial lecture of L.L. Ali organised by the National Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Oyo State branch. […] Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Tribune Online

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