67 m. ago Oyebanji will continue to deliver dividends of democracy to Ekiti people – CoS, Adebayo

From Priscilla Ediare Ado-Ekiti The Chief of Staff to the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Niyi Adebayo, has said that the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, will continue to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people in accordance with the shared prosperity vision of the current administration in the state. Adebayo made the remarks […] The post Oyebanji will continue to deliver dividends of democracy to Ekiti people – CoS, Adebayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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73 m. ago Tinubu Hails Interface Africa On NEXTGEN Innovation Challenge Win In UK

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Al’amin Muhammed Idris, chief executive of Interface Africa, on winning the NextGen Innovation Challenge. Interface Africa, representing Kaduna, won a cash award of £1.5 million at the challenge’s grand finale, held on Thursday at the Hilton London Paddington. The NextGen Innovation Challenge is a national initiative spearheaded by the National […]

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93 m. ago Kano hydro power plant to commence operation in Q1 of 2026, says Kano Energy Commissioner

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano   Kano State Hydro Power Plant is to commence operation in the first quarter of 2026, Kano State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Ghaddafi Sani Shehu has announced. Shehu disclosed this during an inspection visit to Hydro Power Plant at Tiga and the Hydro Power Plant at Challawa Dam. The […] The post Kano hydro power plant to commence operation in Q1 of 2026, says Kano Energy Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Man O War tackles drugs, cultism with essay competition in Edo

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin In its efforts to join the fight against drug abuse and cultism in the state. The Man O’ War Nigeria, Edo State command, has tackled this menace through essay competition. The essay competition with the theme: Amplifying voices against drug abuse and cultism” witnessed prizes being presented to winners of the […] The post Man O War tackles drugs, cultism with essay competition in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Osinbajo Accuses Supreme Court Of Inconsistency, Seeks Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Justice System

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has faulted the Nigerian Supreme Court for what he described as inconsistency and excessive reliance on technicalities at the expense of substantive justice. Osinbajo, a Professor of Law, made the observation in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, during the second Prof. Yusuf Ali Annual Lecture organised by the Kwara State University […]

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2 h. ago How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

Nigerian music fans, rejoice! The most popular African music star right now, Davido, has a new tour planned, one that read more How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

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2 h. ago Nigeria’s Economic Growth Hinges On Decisive Action, Says LCCI

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised the need for the Nigerian government to accelerate economic reforms to stimulate sustainable growth, improve living standards, and restore investor confidence. LCCI stated this in its presentation of the private sector perspective on the recently released Nigeria Development Update (NDU) 2025 by the World Bank, […]

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2 h. ago The Race for Silicon Africa: Positioning Nigeria in the Global Chip Economy

In today’s technology-driven world, semiconductors are the invisible engines powering everything from smartphones and data centers to electric vehicles and read more The Race for Silicon Africa: Positioning Nigeria in the Global Chip Economy

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2 h. ago Africa must build its own data, computing power to drive AI growth — NITDA DG

By Chinenye Anuforo The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has called on African countries to strengthen their data sovereignty and computing infrastructure in order to fully harness the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking in Lagos during a panel session titled, “Shaping Africa’s Digital Future: Policy and […] The post Africa must build its own data, computing power to drive AI growth — NITDA DG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Customs Intercept Trucks Of Expired Flour Worth N1.2bn At Lagos Border

  The Seme Border Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announced on Thursday the interception of five trucks loaded with expired bags of flour smuggled into the country from Egypt. Displaying the expired flours at a press briefing at the Command’s headquarters in Lagos, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Compt. Adewale Adenuga stated that […]

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2 h. ago Tech stocks outperform broader market with 139% average YTD gain

Investors who placed early bets on the Nigerian Exchange’s ICT stocks have seen some of the strongest returns in 2025, read more Tech stocks outperform broader market with 139% average YTD gain

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2 h. ago Nigeria vs Lesotho: Super Eagles chase three points to keep World Cup hopes alive

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman will spearhead Nigeria’s quest for three crucial points when the Super Eagles face Lesotho in read more Nigeria vs Lesotho: Super Eagles chase three points to keep World Cup hopes alive

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2 h. ago Lagos Court Sentences 21 Environmental Offenders To 44 Months Community Service

The Lagos State Task Force has confirmed the conviction of 21 individuals arrested for offences including street trading, illegal bus stop operations, unauthorised ticketing, and obstruction of public roads. According to the agency, the offenders received a combined sentence of 44 months of community service handed down by a mobile court after a coordinated enforcement […] The post Lagos Court Sentences 21 Environmental Offenders To 44 Months Community Service appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Omah Lay Laments Decline In Nigerian Music Industry, Calls It Boring

Afrobeats star Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has stated that the Nigerian music scene is losing its excitement. The ‘Soso’ crooner described the industry as “boring” but assured fans that he plans to revive the energy in African music soon. Taking to his Snapchat on Thursday, Omah Lay wrote, “Una music industry […] The post Omah Lay Laments Decline In Nigerian Music Industry, Calls It Boring appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “I Can Afford To Be A Failed Musician, Not A Failed Father” — Adekunle Gold

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has opened up about his family and personal values, revealing that his wife, Simi, and their daughter, Adejare, remain the most important part of his life. Speaking on a recent episode of the NotJustOk podcast, posted on X on Thursday, the ‘Orente’ crooner shared that his biggest motivation is to provide […] The post “I Can Afford To Be A Failed Musician, Not A Failed Father” — Adekunle Gold appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kaduna Police Arrest 26 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended 26 suspected kidnappers and recovered locally made guns, weapons, and a portion of ransom money in various operations across the state. According to a statement by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, on Thursday, the coordinated raids were carried out between October 3 and 5, 2025, in collaboration […] The post Kaduna Police Arrest 26 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NEC Disavows Illegal Lagos SWAN Election, Petitins IGP, DSS Over Misuse Of Security Personnel

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has unequivocally disowned and condemned the purported election planned by suspended members of the association in Lagos, labelling it illegal, null and void, and a deliberate act of sabotage against the integrity of the organisation. The NEC expressed that the sole aim […]

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3 h. ago Eguavoen Distances Self From Super Eagles’ Job, Calls For Unity

Ahead of the Super Eagles’ final two World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho’s Crocodiles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Friday and Tuesday respectively, Augustine Eguavoen, the former handler of the team and current technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, has called for unity, emphasising that he has no interest in Eric Chelle’s […]

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3 h. ago New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Encomiums have continued to pour in on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the historic and commendable appointment of Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A northern group under the auspices of Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum (NENF) described the appointment as a well-deserved one, noting […] The post New INEC Chairman: Northern Ethnic Forum hails Tinubu over Amupitan’s appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Nigeria Digital PR Summit unveils speakers on ‘Digital PR in Action: Owning Your Narrative, Telling Your Story’

The 10th Nigeria Digital PR Summit has unveiled its lineup of keynote speakers and faculty members for this year’s milestone read more Nigeria Digital PR Summit unveils speakers on ‘Digital PR in Action: Owning Your Narrative, Telling Your Story’

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