19 m. ago Lagos unveils agenda to revolutionise waste management, others

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the state’s waste management strategy from the traditional “collect and dump” model to a modern, sustainable circular economy approach. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, made this announcement at the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja. He […] The post Lagos unveils agenda to revolutionise waste management, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 m. ago WhatsApp, Meta platforms fined $255M for data discrimination in Nigeria

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has ordered WhatsApp and Meta Platforms Incorporated to pay a substantial penalty of $220 million and an additional $35,000 to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) within 60 days. This decision comes in response to data discrimination practices identified during an investigation into […] The post WhatsApp, Meta platforms fined $255M for data discrimination in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri

…As Monarch Alloy opens plant in Lagos By Kehinde Aderemi President Bola Tinubu is committed to creating jobs and adding value in the oil and gas sector of Nigeria. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, made the disclosure in Lagos during the commissioning of Monarch Alloy Limited Oil and Gas Pipe Coating […] The post Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘Positive business clime creating healthy hospitality industry in Nigeria’

By Okorie Uguru The General Manager of Lagos Continental Hotel, Mr  Christoph Schleissing has said the relative stable business climate in Nigeria is creating a conducive environment for top hospitality outfits like  the Lagos Continental Hotel to thrive.  He explained that in the last few months between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, the […] The post ‘Positive business clime creating healthy hospitality industry in Nigeria’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Gov. Alia Reassures Corps Members Of Safety Amidst Security Challenges In Benue

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has reassured National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state of their safety amidst ongoing security concerns in northern Nigeria. In a statement made on Friday through the Commissioner for Youth, Sports Development, and Creativity, Terkimbi Ikyange, the governor emphasised that his administration is taking measures […] The post Gov. Alia Reassures Corps Members Of Safety Amidst Security Challenges In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a bid to prevent more Nigerians from falling victims to Ponzi schemes, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it conducted a sensitization campaign at Wuse Market on Friday. Led by its Director General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC team distributed informational flyers and engaged traders on the risks associated […] The post Ponzi Scheme: SEC launches sensitization campaign in Wuse Market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago PenCom partners NERC to enforce pension compliance among GENCOs, DISCOs

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has enlisted the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to help enforce pension compliance among electricity Generation Companies (GENCOs) and Distribution Companies (DISCOs) that have defaulted on pension remittances for their employees. According to a statement from PenCom, it’s Director General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, led a delegation […] The post PenCom partners NERC to enforce pension compliance among GENCOs, DISCOs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Lagos unveils agenda to revolutionize waste management, others

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the state’s waste management strategy from the traditional “collect and dump” model to a modern, sustainable circular economy approach. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, made this announcement at the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja. He […] The post Lagos unveils agenda to revolutionize waste management, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago ‘₦47bn Annual Electricity Bill Unsustainable’, Again, Federal Gov’t Defends ₦10bn Aso Rock Solar Power Project

The Federal Government has once again emphasised its decision to install solar panels at the Aso Rock Villa, maintaining that it was unsustainable to continue to pay about ₦47 billion yearly in electricity bills for the Seat of Power. The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Mustapha Abdulahi, said the huge amount […]

Science

12 h. ago Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director

…Be rest assured of our support -NUJ Chair From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Acting Zonal Director, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, Bawa Usman Kaltungo on Friday visited the Executive Officials of Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) along with his management team on courtesy call. Kaltungo who […] The post Visa racketeering, cybercrimes, illegal mining alarming in Kaduna – EFCC Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

13 h. ago Plateau: Army commissions rehabilitated Langtang general hospital

From Jude Owuamanam Jos As part of efforts in fostering civil – military relations, the Chief Of Army Staff Lt Gen Olufemi Oluyede on Friday commissioned the rehabilitated Langtang General Hospital in Langtang North local government area of Plateau state. Speaking on the occasion, Oluyede said that the project was part of the the COAS […] The post Plateau: Army commissions rehabilitated Langtang general hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Tragedy strikes Plateau football as four players and driver die in auto accident

Four players from Lebwit Football Club in Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State, along with their driver, lost their read more Tragedy strikes Plateau football as four players and driver die in auto accident

Sport

16 h. ago Tribunal Upholds FCCPC’s $220m Fine Against Facebook, WhatsApp Over Sharp Practices Against Nigerians

The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, on Friday, delivered its judgement in the appeal filed by Meta Platforms Incorporated (Facebook) and WhatsApp LLC against the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), affirming the Commission’s authority and actions in nearly all the contested issues. The Tribunal specifically determined that the Commission complied with extant laws, […]

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16 h. ago PICTORIAL: Troops Nab Wanted Bandits, Fake Army Officer, Recover Ammunition In Taraba

In a string of coordinated military operations across Taraba State, troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, under Operation LAFIYAN JAMA’A and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested a wanted bandit and a notorious military impostor, while recovering a cache of arms and ammunition. This was disclosed in a statement signed by […]

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17 h. ago Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex

Former member of the House of Representatives, Usman Bugaje, has lamented over recent defections from Peoples Democratic Party to ruling All Progressives Congress. Bugaje expressed concern over what he described as monetisation of politics and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy. According to him, those in opposition with records in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, […] The post Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex- Lawmaker Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Economics

18 h. ago Troops arrest wanted bandits, imposter, recover ammunition in Taraba

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army have arrested a wanted bandit Yusuf Hammadu, also known as “Dogo”, in Lainde Jessy area of Lau LGA, who has been on the watchlist of security agencies for his involvement in several criminal activities. In a statement issued in Jalingo on Friday, Capt Olubodunde Oni, […] The post Troops arrest wanted bandits, imposter, recover ammunition in Taraba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police Hand Over 9 Suspected Child Traffickers To NAPTIP In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command said a syndicate specialising in buying and selling of children to unknown buyers in parts of the country has been smashed while handling over nine suspects to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons (NAPTIP).   The state Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Azare disclosed this […]

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20 h. ago SWAN Calls For Collaboration With UNIJOS Ahead Of NUGA Games

The Plateau State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has called for a collaborative effort with the University of Jos (UNIJOS) to enhance sports development in anticipation of the upcoming Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) competition, which will be hosted by the university. In a statement issued by Abdullahi Abdullahi, Senior Deputy […]

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20 h. ago ‘We are in HMCA 2025 to support African hospitality industry with innovative, scalable solutions’

Recently, Hotel Managers Conference Africa (HMCA) announced IDS Next, a leading provider of hospitality software and integrated management systems, as read more ‘We are in HMCA 2025 to support African hospitality industry with innovative, scalable solutions’

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21 h. ago Court Orders Forfeiture Of Properties Recovered From Fraud Syndicate

Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the temporary forfeiture of several properties seized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from Genting International Limited, a company linked to alleged fraudulent activities involving some Chinese and Filipino nationals. The properties were recovered from a syndicate of 792 foreign nationals […]

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