34 m. ago Nigeria rejects designation of APC, PDP as ‘terrorist organisations’ by Canadian court

By Chinelo Obogo The Federal Government of Nigeria has rejected the designation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as terrorist organisations by a Canadian court. Reacting to the case involving a Nigerian, Douglas Egharevba, who arrived in Canada in September 2017 and applied for inland refugee status under […] The post Nigeria rejects designation of APC, PDP as ‘terrorist organisations’ by Canadian court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 m. ago Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari has pledged his ministry’s support to the ongoing drug control efforts by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), especially in the areas of creating alternatives for illicit drug producers and provision of agricultural opportunities for drug users undergoing rehabilitation to […] The post Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 m. ago Reclaiming Africa’s Medical Tourism Legacy: A New Era Of Healthcare Excellence

Nigeria was a prime medical tourism hub in the 1960s. It is hard to believe but no less true. The destination, usually for both the rich and even royalty, was the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan. But so much has changed since then. Every year, countless Nigerians and other African elite travel to Europe, India and Saudi […]

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63 m. ago EPL: Man Utd suffer double injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United will be without Lisandro Martinez and Noussair Mazraoui in their Premier League opener against Arsenal. Manager Ruben Amorim made this known on Friday. United host the Gunners on Sunday to begin their 2025/2026 season. Amorim, who is hoping for a fine start to the season, will have to do so […] The post EPL: Man Utd suffer double injury blow ahead of Arsenal clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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76 m. ago Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe   The residents of Wuro Funawo in Tumfure community of Akko Local Government Area (LGA) in Gombe State, have commended the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for its prompt intervention in resolving a protracted power outage that had crippled the community.   The appreciation came in the wake of a swift […] The post Gombe: Tumfure community hails NERC, JEDC, others for restoring power appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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86 m. ago NILDS DG decries huge spending on fresh foreign training for 23 lawmakers

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has expressed disapproval over plans to send 23 Senators and Members of the House of Representatives abroad for another training programme in two weeks. Speaking at a workshop for ECOWAS Parliament staff in Abuja on Thursday, […] The post NILDS DG decries huge spending on fresh foreign training for 23 lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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87 m. ago REA, UNDP sign pact to drive Nigeria’s clean energy transition mandate

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a landmark partnership to accelerate Nigeria’s read more REA, UNDP sign pact to drive Nigeria’s clean energy transition mandate

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99 m. ago Nigeria’s Heirs aims to double oil output, targets Africa growth

Nigerian oil producer Heirs Energies plans to double output by 2030 and is looking to expand across Africa, Chief Executive read more Nigeria’s Heirs aims to double oil output, targets Africa growth

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1 hour ago Afrobasket 2025: D’Tigers Crush Defending Champions Tunisia 87–66 In Group B Clash

Nigeria’s D’Tigers delivered a resounding victory over defending champions Tunisia, in their second Group B clash at the FIBA AfroBasket 2025. The Nigerians dominated the match, winning 87-66 and maintaining their strong campaign in the tournament. The game began with Nigeria taking an early lead, 29-16, in the first quarter. Despite Tunisia’s efforts to close […]

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2 h. ago Army establishes special forces school in Nasarawa to curb insurgency, banditry, others 

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, said the Nigerian Army has concluded plans to establish a Special Forces School in Nasarawa State. He said the school to be located in Doma, within the premises of the headquarters of the Special Forces Command in the state, woukd serve as […] The post Army establishes special forces school in Nasarawa to curb insurgency, banditry, others  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Revitalising Nigeria’s driver’s licence and road safety system

In today’s Nigeria, the experience of dealing with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) as a motorist can often feel read more Revitalising Nigeria’s driver’s licence and road safety system

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2 h. ago LeapSchool Develops Nigerian Youth Capacity For Future Of Work

Over 1,000 secondary and tertiary education students are currently receiving technological training from LeapSchool to equip them with the modern skills to thrive in today’s competitive global marketplace. LeapSchool, a subsidiary of CareerLeap Africa, is providing bold, future-focused solution — equipping Nigerian youth with world-class tech and business skills that open doors to job opportunities, […]

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2 h. ago Manufacturers Laud Zedvance Finance for Sustained Support of SMEs, Growth Initiatives

Lagos, Nigeria – 11th August 2025 – The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has lauded leading financial services company, Zedvance read more Manufacturers Laud Zedvance Finance for Sustained Support of SMEs, Growth Initiatives

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3 h. ago Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital

A heavy downpour on Thursday evening triggered severe flooding at the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH), disrupting access to key sections of the facility and posing serious challenges to patients, staff, and visitors. The floodwaters, according to eyewitness accounts, originated from Murfakalam, a suburban community located on the outskirts of Damaturu metropolis. The downpour […] The post Massive Flood Halts Medical Services At Yobe University Teaching Hospital appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), has declared that the headline inflation in July, 2025, has dropped again, to 21.88 per cent from June’s 22.22 per cent This is as the food inflation rate also declined to 22.74 per cent on a year-on-year basis. This was 16.79 per cent points lower compared […] The post UPDATED: July inflation drops to 21.88% from June’s 21.88%, says NBS  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu 

  As security chiefs, stakeholders rally for solutions  From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that vandalism and cyber attacks on telecommunications infrastructure now constitute an existential threat to Nigeria’s security, economy, and digital future. Ribadu gave the warning at the Second Edition of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of […] The post Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Firm Expands Market Access With Tokenised Stocks For Nigerian Traders

Bitget, a global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has introduced tokenised stocks to Nigerian investors through its Onchain platform, following an integration with xStocks. The move allows Nigerian crypto users to access shares of multinational companies via a blockchain-based interface without relying on traditional brokerage channels. Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer of Bitget, said the […]

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3 h. ago “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned a Canadian court ruling labeling it a terrorist organization, calling it politically intrusive and inaccurate. The party emphasised that it remains a legitimate political entity in Nigeria, committed to democratic processes and peaceful governance. Speaking on Friday,, APC National Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, said, “It is inappropriate […] The post “We’re Not Terrorists” – APC Reacts To Canadian Court Ruling appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 146 Women to access $50m grants as WTO partners with Nigeria’s Digital Trade

… Customs promises to ease export obstacles The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is partnering with the federal government of Nigeria read more 146 Women to access $50m grants as WTO partners with Nigeria’s Digital Trade- Presidency

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3 h. ago EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested five suspected illegal miners in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and a notorious land racketeer in Kaduna in separate operations. The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, apprehended Samuel Eshiet Akwa, Willie Peter Uboko, Muhammed Tukur, […] The post EFCC arrests suspected illegal miners in Uyo, nabs serial land fraudster in Kaduna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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