23 m. ago Bauchi Govt Signs $158m Value Chain Agreement To Boost Agriculture, Economic Growth

The Bauchi State government has signed a $158 million financial agreement to implement the value chain development programme in the state. The programme, co-funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the French Development Agency (AFD), and the federal government, is set to be executed across ten northern states, including Bauchi, Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, […]

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48 m. ago Chinwe Esimai, global influencer on modern compliance standards

Chinwe Esimai is a Harvard Law School-trained, multiple award-winning attorney, author, and keynote speaker with over two decades of experience read more Chinwe Esimai, global influencer on modern compliance standards

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2 h. ago Torrista, JCI forge new partnership to promote tourism, youth empowerment

Torrista, the tourism platform under Sterling Bank’s Renewable Energy, Mobility & Tourism division, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Junior Chamber International (JCI) Nigeria, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at deepening tourism development and empowering young leaders across Nigeria.   Representing Torrista was Abiola Adelana, Head of Tourism Business […] The post Torrista, JCI forge new partnership to promote tourism, youth empowerment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Jigawa signs into effect O&M model for CRIBS in PHCs, primary schools

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Operation and Maintenance (O&M) model for primary healthcare centrs (PHCs) and primary schools, the first of its kind, has come into effect in Jigawa State. Secretary to Government of Jigawa State, Malam Bala Ibrahim, signed into effect the O&M model for PHCs and primary schools on April 25, 2025, in Dutse. […] The post Jigawa signs into effect O&M model for CRIBS in PHCs, primary schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Stakeholders brainstorm on way forward for creative industry

By Henry Akubuiro and Vivian Onyebukwa Stakeholders in the creative industry, recently gathered in Lagos to brainstorm on the way forward for the industry in the country. The 2nd Annual Symposium and Easter Festival Parade (SEPF), organised by Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), brought together key players across the creative industry to tackle […] The post Stakeholders brainstorm on way forward for creative industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Senate Passes 2 Remaining Tax Reform Bills, Recommends Tax Tribunal

The Senate on Thursday passed the remaining two of President Bola Tinubu’s four tax reform bills, in a move widely hailed as a significant step toward modernising Nigeria’s fiscal system. The Nigeria Tax Administration Bill and the Nigeria Tax Bill were passed after a detailed clause-by-clause consideration during plenary, with contentious provisions removed. Senate President […]

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11 h. ago Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has signed a law establishing five autonomous communities in Effium, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, to foster lasting peace amid a conflict between Effium indigenes and Ezza-Effium residents since January 2021. The clash, sparked by a leadership dispute at Effium Market, has claimed numerous lives and destroyed […] The post Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria on Thursday, May 8, urging strict enforcement of the Child Rights Act and related laws to ensure children’s safety and dignity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first regional meeting of Africa Pathfinder Countries […] The post Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam

By Gabriel Dike Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has sustained its academic excellence with nine law graduates achieving First Class Honours in the November 2024 Nigerian Law School Bar Part II final examination. Dr Joshua Suleiman, BU’s Director of Communication and Public Relations, announced that the results, released by the Council of Legal Education, […] The post Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the 133 Cardinal electors have chosen a new read more New Pope emerges as white smoke billows from Sistine Chapel chimney

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14 h. ago Foreign Herders Behind Attacks In Benue, Plateau, Others — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that violent attacks on local communities and killings of farmers in Plateau, Benue and others are perpetrated by foreign herders. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye stated this on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists on the identities of armed herders attacking farming communities in Nigeria. Communities […]

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22 h. ago Silica Sand Excavation Threatens Water Supply In Kano Communities

The ongoing excavation of silica sand along the northern bank of River Wudil is posing a serious threat to the Wudil Regional Water Supply Scheme, endangering the availability of potable water in Wudil, Gaya, and parts of Warawa and Dawakin Kudu local government areas of Kano State. The Kano State Water Board raised the alarm […]

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22 h. ago LASAA Extends Educational Support To Ikorodu Public Schools In CSR Drive

The Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) has broadened its corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts with the second phase of its “Back to School Storm” initiative, reaching four public primary schools in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. The Agency visited Methodist Primary School, Igbogbo; Anglican Primary School, Igbogbo; Etunrenren Primary School; and Muslim […]

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22 h. ago New reality show, GroundZero, highlights business lessons for entrepreneurs

GroundZero, a new reality show which promises N1 million to contestants, revealed how creativity, resilience and adaptability can fuel entrepreneurial read more New reality show, GroundZero, highlights business lessons for entrepreneurs

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23 h. ago Herders Kill APC Chieftain, Six Others In Deadly Benue Attacks

Tragedy struck again in Benue State as suspected armed herdsmen launched fresh attacks on communities in Gwer East and Makurdi Local Government Areas, killing an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Johnson Akaabo, and six others. The victims were reportedly murdered in separate incidents that occurred Tuesday and Wednesday. In Gwer East LGA, the attackers stormed […] The post Herders Kill APC Chieftain, Six Others In Deadly Benue Attacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Black smoke after first ballot – meaning no pope elected on first day of conclave

Black smoke has risen from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signalling that the cardinals have not yet agreed on read more Black smoke after first ballot – meaning no pope elected on first day of conclave

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26 h. ago FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a major push to transform agriculture in Northern Nigeria, the Federal Government on Wednesday signed a $158.15 million financing agreement to launch the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN). The initiative targets nine northern states – Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara- with the goal […] The post FG signs $158m pact to boost agric value chains in northern Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago FirstBank CEO hosts NDLEA management, reaffirms support for anti

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) has partnered with National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to strengthen the fight against drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. At the recent courtesy visit of the management of NDLEA to FirstBank Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu, at the bank’s Head Office in Marina, the CEO emphasised the importance of increased […] The post FirstBank CEO hosts NDLEA management, reaffirms support for anti-drug campaign appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago 24 federal tertiary institutions powered by solar energy –Alausa

Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has said that 24 federal institutions had been powered by solar energy under the ‘Energising Education Project’ of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Alausa, who spoke yesterday in Abuja, at the collaboration agreement signing ceremony with the vice chancellors of the beneficiary institutions, added that eight more universities had signed collaboration […] The post 24 federal tertiary institutions powered by solar energy –Alausa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Akpabio vs Natasha: Youth Group Wants UK To Deport Activist, Sandra Duru

A group, Arewa Youths Progressive Assembly has called on the United Kingdom to deport activist, Dr Sandra Duru for constituting public nuisance. This was contained in a statement made available to journalists signed by the group’s National President, Shuaibu Usman and the National Secretary, Abdul Kefas Gambo. Their demand came amid controversy stoked by Duru […]

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