10 h. ago CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation

Infrastructure connects coastal, landlocked nations By Chinenye Anuforo CSquared, a pan-African technology company, on Thursday, announced a significant milestone with the major expansion of its West African fibre network, an initiative that bridges digital divides across coastal and landlocked countries while driving economic growth across the region. Building on its active operations across the continent, […] The post CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago APFFLON urges Tinubu to slash 7% cargo levy to ease economic hardship

By Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has urged President Bola Tinubu to urgently slash the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at Nigeria’s ports, describing the levy as an unbearable strain on businesses and consumers amid worsening economic conditions. In a letter dated August 11 and signed […] The post APFFLON urges Tinubu to slash 7% cargo levy to ease economic hardship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has declared the determination of the armed forces to continue to protect and secure Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the African continent against emerging threats. He gave the assurance at a media briefing on the forthcoming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit […] The post We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge

By Steve Agbota In order to cushion the effects of economic hardship in Nigeria, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on President Bola Tinubu for an urgent reduction of the 7% surcharge on cargo clearance at the nation’s ports. In a letter dated, August 11, and signed […] The post Economic hardship: APFFLON petitions Tinubu, seeks reduction in 7% cargo surcharge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Firm debuts to transform legal practice management in Africa

By Chinenye Anuforo Legarly.com, a new legal technology startup based in Lagos, officially launched with the goal of simplifying legal practice management for professionals across the African continent. The company’s all-in-one, cloud-based platform is designed to automate and streamline core legal processes, helping lawyers and law firms operate more efficiently. The platform targets solo lawyers, […] The post Firm debuts to transform legal practice management in Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Dayo “DJ Dlite” reigns supreme at Africa Fashion Week London 2025

By Damiete Braide, Lagos Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) 2025 once again showcased the brilliance of one of its most celebrated runway stars, Dayo “DJ Dlite,” whose commanding performances reaffirmed her status as a force in African fashion. A top model synonymous with elegance and charisma, Dayo returned to the AFWL stage with poise and […] The post Dayo “DJ Dlite” reigns supreme at Africa Fashion Week London 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Rethinking the Electricity Act, 2023: From yesterday’s logic to tomorrow’s markets

For decades, Nigeria has lived in a bitter contradiction: one of Africa’s largest economies, abundant energy resources, and a globally read more Rethinking the Electricity Act, 2023: From yesterday’s logic to tomorrow’s markets

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62 h. ago Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

Nigeria has recorded the world’s sharpest rise in cyberattacks, as new data shows Africa has become the most targeted region read more Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

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2 d. ago Trade unions kick against heaping cost of climate crisis on African governments

Tribune Online Trade unions kick against heaping cost of climate crisis on African governments African trade unions have warned global climate negotiators against heaping the bill for a rushed and unjust energy transition that could undo decades of development progress on the governments in the continent. Meeting in Dar es Salaam ahead of the COP30 climate summit, union leaders from across the continent declared that Africa’s shift to clean […] Trade unions kick against heaping cost of climate crisis on African governments Tribune Online

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3 d. ago LAIF Awards 2025: AAAN gears up to celebrate excellence in creative industry

It is another year to celebrate excellence, originality, and innovation among players in Nigeria and West Africa’s creative industry as read more LAIF Awards 2025: AAAN gears up to celebrate excellence in creative industry

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4 d. ago Firm Partners UNESCO, Oracle To Host Summer Camp For Lagos Youths

Digital Equity Africa, in a strategic partnership with UNESCO, Oracle Academy and Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has put together Future Minds AI Summer Camp 2025 for youths in Lagos State. The summer camp, which is the first AI-focused summer camp for kids and teenagers in Africa, followed the success of Digital Equity […]

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4 d. ago ExxonMobil To Provide Investment Insights In Nigeria’s Deepwater Frontier At 2025 AEW

ExxonMobil, is set to underscore its long-term commitment to Africa’s burgeoning energy sector and with specific commitments in Nigeria’s deep water frontiers. The company will give the highlights at the highly anticipated 2025 African Energy Week (AEW) conference in Cape Town. Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, remains a cornerstone of ExxonMobil’s West African operations. The […]

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5 d. ago Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice

There are so many attractions to lure an average tourist to visit the West African country of Benin Republic, Nigeria’s neighbour. Top among these is the ancient Trans-Atlantic slave port Ouidah which has the sacred forest, pythons’ shrine, the ancient slave market,  and  Point of No Return all serving as major pulls for tourists.   […] The post Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A group, West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), Nigeria, said it has trained over 1,500 community women with Peacebuilding skills to wade into conflict and ensure peaceful resolution in project areas. The National Network Coordinator (NNC) of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding- Dr. Bridget Osakwe, disclosed this at a 2-Day […] The post WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa drive Truecaller’s 100m MEA milestone

Truecaller, the global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communications, has crossed 100 million monthly active users in the read more Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa drive Truecaller’s 100m MEA milestone

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7 d. ago Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms

Tribune Online Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms The Nigeria chapter of the West Africa Postgraduate College of Pharmacists has condemned recent statements by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), describing them as regressive, hostile and a direct affront to professional growth and patient safety in the country’s health sector.  This was contained in a rejoinder issued via a statement signed by the chairman […] Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Super Falcons’ Madugu, Nnadozie nominated for Ballon d’Or awards

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu and star goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie have been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or honours, following Nigeria’s historic victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The 61-year-old Adamawa-born tactician has been nominated for the Women’s Team Coach of the Year award. At […] The post Super Falcons’ Madugu, Nnadozie nominated for Ballon d’Or awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Rotary Club Launches Maternal, Child Health Outreach At Kuchingoro

The Rotary Club of Abuja Jabi Lakeside, in collaboration with Nurse Hub Africa, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN), and E-Clinic & Diagnostics Ltd, has carried out a comprehensive Maternal and Child Health outreach alongside Hepatitis B screening, immunization, and treatment in Kuchingoro community FCT. The impactful outreach was held in commemoration of both […]

Society

8 d. ago Nigeria, Uganda unite on data protection for digital economy

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria and Uganda are deepening regional cooperation on data protection and privacy in a bid to strengthen Africa’s digital economy and boost investor confidence. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) on Tuesday hosted a high-level delegation from Uganda’s Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO) in Abuja on a strategic study visit aimed […] The post Nigeria, Uganda unite on data protection for digital economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago NNPC’s Ojulari wants Nigeria, Africa to chart independent path in global energy transition

Tribune Online NNPC’s Ojulari wants Nigeria, Africa to chart independent path in global energy transition The Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mr. Bayo Ojulari, has called on Nigeria and other African countries to chart their own course in the global energy transition by embracing technology, building cross-border alliances, and investing in human capital development. NNPC’s Ojulari wants Nigeria, Africa to chart independent path in global energy transition Tribune Online

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