31 m. ago “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals

Nigerian billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has revealed that his struggles with academics prevented him from pursuing university education. The chairman of First Bank Holding shared this in his 286-page memoir, Making It Big, released on Monday. Otedola explained that he stopped formal education after completing the Lower Sixth examination and did not return for Upper […] The post “I Didn’t Finish Secondary School” – Nigerian Billionaire Femi Otedola Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 m. ago FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad

Tribune Online FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad The Federal Government has taken a significant step to enhance the security and protection of Nigerian citizens travelling abroad through a partnership with ASFAAR, aimed at addressing issues surrounding the integrity of Nigerian data and documents. FG takes steps to enhance security, protection for Nigerian travellers abroad Tribune Online

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67 m. ago Insurance reform success hinges on governance structure – Odukale

As the Nigerian insurance industry regulatory reform towards public awareness and evolving customer expectations heighten with recapitalisation at the forefront read more Insurance reform success hinges on governance structure – Odukale

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71 m. ago Insurers embrace innovation as 87% executives back shared solution

The Nigerian insurance industry have signalled its determination to embrace innovation through shared collaboration that will not only expand market read more Insurers embrace innovation as 87% executives back shared solution

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80 m. ago Mohbad: Popular Broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, Apologises To Naira Marley, Lifts Ban On Singer’s Songs

The founder of Ibadan-based Agidigbo 88.7 FM, Oriyomi Hamzat, has tendered a public apology to Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola, popularly called Naira Marley, and lifted the ban earlier placed on songs from Marlian Records on the radio station. Hamzat announced the decision on Tuesday during a broadcast on his radio station based in Ibadan, Oyo […]

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1 hour ago Gov Otu wants Cross River photographers to embrace tech revolution

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State governor, Bassey Otu, has tasked photographers in the state to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and technology in order not to be left behind. Governor Otu made the appeal while flagging off a road walk organised by the state chapter of the Professional Media Content Producers Association of […] The post Gov Otu wants Cross River photographers to embrace tech revolution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges

Tribune Online B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges In line with its modernisation drive and commitment to trade facilitation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has held high-level consultations with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) on the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, popularly known as B’Odogwu. B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges Tribune Online

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1 hour ago 5 things to know about Razak Omotoyossi’s life and football career

Early Life and Nigerian Roots Razak Omotoyossi was born on 8 October 1985 in Lagos, Nigeria. He began his career read more 5 things to know about Razak Omotoyossi’s life and football career

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2 h. ago NYSC Condemns Unprovoked Assault On Corps Member By Anambra Vigilantes

The Management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has condemned what it called outrageous assault on one of its Corps Members in Oba, Idemili South local government area of Anambra State. It will be recalled that an video went viral on social media on Monday showing Vigilante operatives, armed with guns, storming the corps […]

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2 h. ago Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non

Tribune Online Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a businessman, Duru Ikechukwu Damian, to three months in prison for failing to declare $49,000 to the Nigerian Customs Service.  Court orders forfeiture of $49,000 as traveller pleads guilty to non-declaration Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman

Tribune Online Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyo State Chapter, Mr Ibrahim Lawal, has said there is the need to respect autonomy and rights in the country. Lawal stated this on Tuesday at the 9th Annual / 5th memorial lecture of L.L. Ali organised by the National Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Oyo State branch. […] Autonomy, rights must be respected in Nigeria — Oyo NBA chairman Tribune Online

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2 h. ago NCC takes consumer awareness to NYSC orientation camps in Nasarawa, Niger

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken its consumer protection campaign directly to young Nigerians, sensitising National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members on smart data usage, consumer rights, and their role in shaping Nigeria’s digital future. Officials of the Commission, led by its Consumer Affairs Bureau, were at the Magaji Dan-Yamusa Permanent […] The post NCC takes consumer awareness to NYSC orientation camps in Nasarawa, Niger appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force Operation Delta Safe carried out a successful operation against kidnappers in Delta State. They were assisted by a tracker team from the Delta State Government House, Asaba, during the mission. The joint forces engaged the criminals in a fierce shootout at Aniocha North Local […] The post Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola

By Steve Agbota The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced plans to replicate the success of the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep Seaport across Nigeria’s maritime sector, citing it as a model for transformative growth and development. Speaking at the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping Breakfast Meeting in Lagos on Tuesday, August 19, […] The post FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death

Tribune Online Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death Nigerian Afrobeats star Naira Marley has announced that he will break his silence on the death of his former signee, Mohbad, in an exclusive interview scheduled for... Naira Marley sets date, time to break silence on Mohbad’s death Tribune Online

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4 h. ago IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The International Organization for Migration (IOM), has commended the Nigerian Government for its leadership role in implementing Operation Safe Corridor, a model for rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant terrorists that has now expanded beyond the North East to the North West and North Central regions. IOM Deputy Director General Operations, […] The post IOM commends FG on rehabilitation of terrorists, pledges support for safe return of IDPs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja   A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Abia State chapter, Prince Paul Ikonne, has challenged the state governor, Alex Otti, on the claims of spending N54 billion on school renovation. Governor Otti, last weekend during his monthly media chat, dismissed claims that N54 billion is missing from the state […] The post APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism

Tribune Online Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday commended Nigerian security forces for their Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has authorised a significant subsidy to reduce the cost of dialysis treatment for Nigerians, cutting the price per session from N50,000 to N12,000. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on thousands of Nigerians suffering from kidney-related illnesses. Special Adviser on Policy Information, Daniel Bwala, announced […] The post Tinubu okays slash of dialysis costs from N50,000 to N12,000 to support kidney patients appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago IOM, Nigerian military vow stronger partnership in tackling insecurity, displacement

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen collaboration in addressing read more IOM, Nigerian military vow stronger partnership in tackling insecurity, displacement

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