18 h. ago Government, Stakeholders Assure Tech Startups Of Technical, Funding Supports

The federal government and stakeholders in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector have assured local tech startups of technical and funding support to scale globally. The experts, who spoke on the sidelines of the just concluded GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference in Lagos, said that while startups in Nigeria don’t have […]

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19 h. ago Bankit MFB Showcases Nigeria’s Fintech Growth Story At GITEX Africa

A Nigerian  digital bank, Bankit Microfinance Bank (MFB) has successfully showcased its innovations and growth journey at the just concluded GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. At the event, Bankit MFB highlighted its strides in fintech in Nigeria, reinforcing its role as a CBN-licensed and NDIC-insured digital bank committed […]

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38 h. ago ABU 63rd anniversary: We are more committed to mentoring future Nigerian leaders – VC

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Professor Adamu Ahmed, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to mentoring future Nigerian leaders. Speaking at the maiden edition of “Lunch with the Vice Chancellor – An ABU Future Leaders’ Forum,” as part of the university’s 63rd anniversary activities, Prof. Ahmed noted that […] The post ABU 63rd anniversary: We are more committed to mentoring future Nigerian leaders – VC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago CBT Proposal: Nigeria cannot afford to leave rural dwellers behind – Chidoka

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Osita Chidoka, a former Minister of Aviation, has emphasized the need for Nigeria to prioritize inclusivity in its plans to introduce Computer-Based Tests (CBT) for WAEC examinations. Speaking at a webinar organized by the Digital and Technological Empowerment Innovation Initiative for Next Generation (DIniti8tive), Chidoka stressed that the country cannot afford […] The post CBT Proposal: Nigeria cannot afford to leave rural dwellers behind – Chidoka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Encounter with Akinyosoye – the architect promoting digital innovation

“While growing up, I admired professionals who merged creativity with leadership, figures like Lee Kwan Yew for his foresight and read more Encounter with Akinyosoye – the architect promoting digital innovation

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3 d. ago Embrace Skills For Brighter Future, Tarela Urges Young Nigerians

During a critical time when the need for innovation and self-reliance is greater than ever, Ms. Tarela Opomu, a multi-talented serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, has called on young Nigerians to embrace skill acquisition as a pathway to a brighter future. With her vast experience across multiple industries and her unwavering passion for empowerment, Ms. Tarela […]

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4 d. ago I’ll Support Atiku Over Wike In Nigeria’s Leadership Choice — Tambuwal

Former Sokoto State governor and incumbent Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said that he would back former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, if forced to choose between the two on Nigeria’s future leadership. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Friday night, […]

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4 d. ago Incumbent legislators more corrupt than predecessors –Obasanjo

•Recalls how lawmakers almost frustrated establishment of EFCC By Philip Nwosu Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has unleashed a scathing attack on incumbent National and State Assembly members, describing them as much worse than those who served in the first, second, and third republics. In his newly released book, “Nigeria Past and Future: Contemplations on Nigeria’s […] The post Incumbent legislators more corrupt than predecessors –Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Leadway Group trains 33 developers to strengthen Nigeria’s tech workforce

By Henry Uche   Leadway Group has announced the successful graduation of 33 young developers from its tech programme, an intensive 13-month training designed to build next-generation experts in Frontend, Backend Programming, and Data Analytics. Fully sponsored by Leadway, reflects its long-standing commitment to youth empowerment and its strategic investment in nurturing Nigeria’s future technology […] The post Leadway Group trains 33 developers to strengthen Nigeria’s tech workforce appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NFF Partners With Vivacity Group On Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Youth Employment

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has agreed to partner with the non-governmental organisation Vivacity Group on its Future of Work Initiative (NigeriaWorks 2030), aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth employment across various sectors, including the services and care economy, agriculture and agribusiness, creative and cultural industries, and the technology and digital economy. Speaking during […]

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5 d. ago Skills, not just degrees, are future of work, Nigerian undergraduates told

Tribune Online Skills, not just degrees, are future of work, Nigerian undergraduates told Nigerian undergraduates have been urged to face reality about the evolving future of work that demands more than mere academic degrees as employers anywhere globally now seek specific skills and practical experience that can add meaningful value to the organisation’s goals, the economy and society at large. Coordinator of the National Talent Export Programme (NATEP), […] Skills, not just degrees, are future of work, Nigerian undergraduates told Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Actively implementing the global governance initiative, jointly building a China

By Yu Dunhai On September 1, 2025, President Xi Jinping solemnly proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Plus Meeting held in Tianjin, China. With its profound insight into the times, broad humanistic commitment and clear value orientation, this initiative aims to address a pressing subject of our times which has […] The post Actively implementing the global governance initiative, jointly building a China-Africa and China-Nigeria community with a shared future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Without digital health, no country can achieve universal health coverage —Stakeholders

Tribune Online Without digital health, no country can achieve universal health coverage —Stakeholders STAKEHOLDERS agree that Nigeria and other African nations cannot achieve universal health coverage unless digital health is implemented in an ethical, equitable, and secure manner. Speaking at the Global Emerging Pathogens Treatment (GET) Consortium webinar in August, which was themed “Digital Health Innovations and Data Management for Strengthening Health Systems in Africa,” the speakers stated […] Without digital health, no country can achieve universal health coverage —Stakeholders Tribune Online

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5 d. ago GITEX Nigeria: FG projects ICT contribution to hit 21% by 2027

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has projected that Nigeria’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector will contribute up to 21 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2027, consolidating its position as one of the fastest-growing drivers of the national economy. Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, disclosed […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG projects ICT contribution to hit 21% by 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago INEC, NIMC synergise to link voter registration with national identity system

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have announced plans to strengthen synergy to harmonise voter registration with the national identity database. The move, according to the authorities, is to enhance electoral credibility and simplify future elections in Nigeria. Speaking during a meeting with the […] The post INEC, NIMC synergise to link voter registration with national identity system appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1

Unveils plans for hyperscale data centres to boost digital innovation By Chinenye Anuforo From October 1, the federal government will begin funding 75 new research projects in digital innovation, while also working with global technology giants to establish hyperscale data centres in Nigeria. The twin initiatives, announced at the GITEX Nigeria 2025 event in Lagos, […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG to fund 75 new research projects from October 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Actively implementing Global Governance Initiative, jointly building China–Africa, China

By Yu Dunhai On September 1, 2025, President Xi Jinping solemnly proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Plus Meeting held in Tianjin, China. With its profound insight into the times, broad humanistic commitment and clear value orientation, this initiative aims to address a pressing subject of our times which has […] The post Actively implementing Global Governance Initiative, jointly building China–Africa, China-Nigeria community with shared future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Tinubu’s Government Will Transform Nigerian Sports Sector – Dare

A former minister of Youth and Sports Development and now special adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Chief Sunday Dare, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to grassroots sports development and the future of the Nigerian sports industry. Dare made this declaration at the opening of the ongoing 9th National Youth Games […]

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8 d. ago “We’re building a home for Africa’s innovators to power the digital economy” — Itana’s CCMO

Iyin Aboyeji, managing partner at Future Africa and a serial tech entrepreneur, once faced a recurring challenge in his previous read more “We’re building a home for Africa’s innovators to power the digital economy” — Itana’s CCMO

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8 d. ago Bosun Tijani, Pope Leo XIV, Strive Masiyiwa make 2025 TIME100 AI List

By John Ogunsemore Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has been named on the 2025 TIME100 AI list, alongside global figures like Pope Leo XIV and Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa. The prestigious list, unveiled by TIME Magazine on August 28, recognises 100 individuals shaping the future of artificial intelligence across […] The post Bosun Tijani, Pope Leo XIV, Strive Masiyiwa make 2025 TIME100 AI List appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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