5 h. ago ‘Nigerians Must Support Government To Reduce Illiteracy’, Says Humanitarian Onyeaji

An Abuja-based humanitarian, Mr Collins Onyeaji, has called on Nigerians to join hands with the government across the country towards reducing illiteracy at the grassroots. Onyeaji said by partnering with the government, Nigerians can assist to lower the wave of insecurity, equip younger ones with necessary skills and empower future generations for human capital development […]

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21 h. ago Mandy Kiss: NANS blasts Lagos govt over brand ambassadorship, demands withdrawal

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has demanded the withdrawal of the appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador of the Lagos State Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. This is contained in a Friday statement signed by Assistant Secretary General, NANS Headquarters, Comr. Olatunji […] The post Mandy Kiss: NANS blasts Lagos govt over brand ambassadorship, demands withdrawal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago APM Terminals commits $60m to make Onne Nigeria’s first green port

Nigeria has taken a step towards decarbonising its ports with a new partnership between APM Terminals and the Nigerian Ports read more APM Terminals commits $60m to make Onne Nigeria’s first green port

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40 h. ago George Otumu wins Most Outstanding Nigerian Editor in the Diaspora Award

By Henry Akubuiro October 1st, one of Africa’s most respected investigative journalists, Dr. George Elijah Otumu, Executive Editor & Group Managing Director of Naija Standard Newspaper Inc, USA, won the prestigious award as Most Outstanding Nigerian World Class Editor in the Diaspora 2025. The ceremony with invited guests, had captains of industries, top functionaries in […] The post George Otumu wins Most Outstanding Nigerian Editor in the Diaspora Award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Edo NSCDC Commandant Gbenga Agun Slumps, Dies After Event In Benin

The commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State, Gbenga Agun, has passed away. Agun reportedly attended a function in Benin City on Thursday but collapsed just a few minutes after leaving the venue. A source within the NSCDC spoke to Nigerian Tribune, the commandant was immediately rushed to the […] The post Edo NSCDC Commandant Gbenga Agun Slumps, Dies After Event In Benin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Nigerian deported from US to Ghana decries abandonment in Togo

By John Ogunsemore A Nigerian surreptitiously taken to Togo and abandoned by Ghanaian officials after being deported to Ghana from the United States has raised the alarm. BBC reports that the Nigerian deportee, who craved anonymity, said the Ghanaian officials smuggled him and five other deportees into Togo by allegedly bribing local police but without […] The post Nigerian deported from US to Ghana decries abandonment in Togo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago ‘Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech Lacked Empathy, Transparency’, Says Ex

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s Independence Day address, saying that while the president highlighted economic achievements, his speech lacked empathy and failed to address the harsh realities Nigerians were grappling with. Appearing on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday, Akande described Tinubu’s speech as the president’s most comprehensive yet in […]

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58 h. ago Lagos Chamber of Commerce, Afreximbank Partner To Support Nigerian SMEs

  The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has partnered  the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to support the participation of Nigerian Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) held in Algiers, Algeria. This strategic collaboration aimed to provide Nigerian entrepreneurs with access to new markets, showcase their products, and forge […]

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63 h. ago Even if $700m CVFF is disbursed, there are no jobs —Jolapamo

Tribune Online Even if $700m CVFF is disbursed, there are no jobs —Jolapamo THE founding father of indigenous shipping in Nigeria, Chief Isaac Jolapamo has said that even if all indigenous shipowners get the $700m Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) today, there are no jobs because all the lucrative jobs are in the hands of the foreign ship-owners. Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune exclusively in Lagos, the first […] Even if $700m CVFF is disbursed, there are no jobs —Jolapamo Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Speaker Tajudeen marks 60th birthday with aid to inmates, IDPs

Tribune Online Speaker Tajudeen marks 60th birthday with aid to inmates, IDPs " I reaffirm our commitment to policies and initiatives that promote education, justice and opportunities for all Nigerians... Speaker Tajudeen marks 60th birthday with aid to inmates, IDPs Tribune Online

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2 d. ago Troops, NDLEA Arrest Two Fake Policemen With Cannabis In Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, in a joint operation with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have apprehended two individuals posing as police officers while transporting cannabis in Taraba State. The arrest was confirmed in a statement released on Wednesday by Lt. Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director of […] The post Troops, NDLEA Arrest Two Fake Policemen With Cannabis In Taraba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2027: Familiarise with INEC’s guidelines now, PAACA tells stakeholders

Tribune Online 2027: Familiarise with INEC’s guidelines now, PAACA tells stakeholders As preparations for the 2027 general elections begin, Nigerians and particularly stakeholders in the electoral process have 2027: Familiarise with INEC’s guidelines now, PAACA tells stakeholders Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others

Segun Odegbami, a former Nigerian international, says African nations must speak with one voice to ensure equality and confront the injustice in global sports. The post Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago West African Insurers converge in Nigeria for climate change risks discourse

By Henry Uche Over 250 insurance delegates across West Africa will converge in Lagos for the West African Insurance Companies Association (WAICA) education conference 2025, for climate change risks discourse. Slated for October 12 to 15 in Lagos under the aegis of Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA), behalf of the broader Nigerian insurance market, with the […] The post West African Insurers converge in Nigeria for climate change risks discourse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: We Can Overcome Our Challenges With Collective Sacrifice, CAN Tells Nigerians

The umbrella body for all Christians also decried the security situation in the country, seeking urgent intervention. The post Nigeria @ 65: We Can Overcome Our Challenges With Collective Sacrifice, CAN Tells Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Troops arrest drug cartel impersonating police officers in Taraba with drugs

By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian army/ Sector 3 Operation While Stroke, in collaboration with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA, have arrested Two suspected members of a drug cartel in Taraba State in Police attire. Lieutenant Umar Mohammed, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian […] The post Troops arrest drug cartel impersonating police officers in Taraba with drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigerian workers rank among most disengaged, with only 17% committed

New data reveals deepening productivity crisis as 83 percent of workforce lacks engagement Nigeria is facing a silent but significant read more Nigerian workers rank among most disengaged, with only 17% committed

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Troops Arrest Fake Policemen With 2 Vans Loaded With Cannabis In Taraba

  In continuation of the ongoing operations across Taraba State code-named Operation Lafiya Nakowa, aimed at flushing out bandits and other criminal elements, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in conjunction with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have two fake police officers with van-loads of cannabis. […]

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3 d. ago Ayra Starr Stands Out As Only Female On Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats Ranking

Global music streaming platform Spotify has named Afrobeats superstar Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, as one of the top Afrobeats artists of the year. The streaming service revealed the list in an Instagram post on Monday, with Nigerian artists taking the spotlight. Joining Burna Boy on the ranking are Divine Ikubor, popularly […] The post Ayra Starr Stands Out As Only Female On Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats Ranking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Mainstream energy, Granville sign pact to deliver 100MW solar energy plant

Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited (MESL), in a bid to advance the Nigerian energy landscape has signed an agreement with Granville read more Mainstream energy, Granville sign pact to deliver 100MW solar energy plant

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