76 m. ago Fuel Surcharge Aimed At Fixing Nigeria’s Roads’, Says Tax Reform Chair Oyedele

  The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele said the proposed fuel surcharge was not to add additional burden on Nigerians but to generate dedicated revenue to fix the country’s decaying road network. Oyedele identified the decaying road network as a major driver of high inflation, especially in […]

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2 h. ago International Maritime Organisation’s Head To Visit Nigeria In October

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, will tour Nigerian Navy installations as well as NIMASA facilities in Lagos during his three-day working visit to Nigeria from October 2nd to 4th, 2025. The director general of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made the disclosure […]

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2 h. ago Pepsico, DP World & Wateraid Expand Nigeria’s Wash Programmes

PepsiCo and DP World have expanded their partnership with WaterAid in Nigeria to drive inclusive, sustainable value for the communities they serve. As part of this expanded partnership, DP World, PepsiCo, and WaterAid will launch a climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programme in Lagos. The programme aims to improve living conditions for more than […]

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7 h. ago Bankit MFB Showcases Nigeria’s Fintech Growth Story At GITEX Africa

A Nigerian  digital bank, Bankit Microfinance Bank (MFB) has successfully showcased its innovations and growth journey at the just concluded GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. At the event, Bankit MFB highlighted its strides in fintech in Nigeria, reinforcing its role as a CBN-licensed and NDIC-insured digital bank committed […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s Education Sector Is In Trouble, Says JAMB Panel Chair Epelle

The chairman of the Special Committee on Examination Infractions set up by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Dr Jake Epelle, has said the Nigeria’s education sector was in trouble. Epelle, who is also the head of TAF Foundation, said this when he appeared on Channels Television’s current affairs programme, ‘Politics Today’ on Monday […]

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24 h. ago 2026 WCQ: South Africa Stars Acknowledge Challenge Of Facing Nigeria

Mohau Nkota, the attacking midfielder for Bafana Bafana, has admitted that playing against Nigeria’s Super Eagles is always a formidable task. Following a convincing 3-0 victory over Lesotho at Free State Stadium, Bafana currently tops Group C with 16 points from seven matches, buoyed by four consecutive wins over Benin and Zimbabwe. Benin sits in […]

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26 h. ago Afrinvest Unveils 20th Edition Of Nigerian Banking Sector Report

In celebrating its 30th anniversary, Afrinvest (West Africa) Limited will unveil the 20th edition of its flagship Nigerian Banking Sector Report. The report, themed ‘ACT-BOLD: Turbocharging Nigeria to A New Growth Frontier’, highlights the need for extraordinary reforms and strategic investments to position Nigeria as a competitive player in the global economy. Speaking ahead of […]

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26 h. ago Airtel Africa Foundation Awards Tech Scholarships To 2 Nigerian Students

  Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria, has awarded two Nigerian students fully-funded scholarships to study at Plaksha University, India, under the Airtel Africa Fellowship programme. The two recipients, Terence Ifeanyichukwu and Ali Usman Mohammed emerged successful after a highly competitive selection process and will pursue undergraduate degrees in technology-related fields, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), […]

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30 h. ago Nigeria’s UN Humanitarian Coordinator Condemns Killing Of Civilians In Borno

United Nations resident and humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, has denounced the reported killing of dozens of civilians in Darajamal Village, Bama local government area (LGA) in Borno State, north-east Nigeria by suspected terrorists. In a statement issued yesterday by Dr. Seyi Soremekun, of the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Abuja, Fall expressed […]

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31 h. ago Nigerians Dedicated To Grassroots Initiatives, Says TFT Boss

Leadership Team mentor and 3rd Generation Director of Training for Transformation (TFT), Talent Ntombi Nyathi, has commended Nigerians for their exceptional dedication and grassroots initiatives in helping compatriots gain practical skills and live more purposeful lives. Nigeria has joined 63 other countries in adopting TFT, a global movement tailored to mentoring and equipping citizens to […]

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32 h. ago Foreign Agents Now Hire Nigerians For Global Digital Disinformation Campaigns

As Nigeria’s digital infrastructure continues to mature and connectivity spreads across its vast and youthful population, the nation has found itself at the nexus of a new and troubling frontier—outsourcing and amplifying foreign disinformation campaigns. A recent investigation has brought to light a pro-Russian YouTube network operating from within Nigeria, raising questions about the country’s […]

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33 h. ago Bakare’s School of Governance onboards first 70 participants

By Chinelo Obogo Citadel School of Government which was founded by Pastor Tunde Bakare, has onboarded its first set of 70 participants. Speaking in LagoS during the induction of the pioneer class of its Advanced Diploma in Public Leadership and Statecraft, Bakare said he is confident that Nigeria is about to experience a new wave […] The post Bakare’s School of Governance onboards first 70 participants appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Ohanaeze state presidents laud Mbata, NEC for resolving Lagos leadership crisis 

…Warn impostors to stay away    From Tony John, Port Harcourt The state chapter presidents of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo Worldwide have  commended  the  President-General, Senator John Mbata and members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) for intervening and finally laying the dispute in the Lagos State chapter to rest. The commendation was contained in a statement […] The post Ohanaeze state presidents laud Mbata, NEC for resolving Lagos leadership crisis  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago NUPENG Strike Notice: tanker drivers urged to ignore strike action

Association of Petroleum Tanker Drivers has urged members to disregard the strike notice issued by the leadership Nigeria Union of read more NUPENG Strike Notice: tanker drivers urged to ignore strike action

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46 h. ago ETIP: UK Deepens Ties With Nigeria To Boost Fintech, Manufacturing

The United Kingdom (UK) and Nigeria have deepened trade and investment ties to unlock opportunities across fintech, manufacturing and agriculture for mutual benefits of both countries under the platform of the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP). Indications to this development emerged when the UK Trade Envoy to Nigeria, Florence Eshalomi MP, had a […]

Economics

46 h. ago Nigeria’s Michael Ibe Honoured At Caritas Internationalis Committees Chairs Forum 2024

The Caritas Internationalis Committees Chairs Forum has honoured Nigeria’s Michael Ibe with the prestigious award of “Most Outstanding Contributor Award”, in recognition of his innovations, strategic leadership, and transformative contributions to the Catholic Relief agency. This award was one of the series of events when the Caritas Internationalis, the confederation of 162 Catholic relief, development, […]

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61 h. ago WC Qualifier: Osimhen Suffers Ankle Injury, May Miss Nigeria’s Next Match Against South Africa

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, was forced to leave Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in the 36th minute on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after suffering an injury to his left ankle. The 26-year-old forward, who started in Nigeria’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers Group […]

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66 h. ago Anambra guber: APC candidate Ukachukwu assures on transformational leadership

By Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the fast-approaching November 8 election, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu (Ikukuoma), has vowed to take the state and its citizens to the long-awaited promised land. Addressing journalists at an enlarged interactive session at the weekend in Awka, Ukachukwu disclosed that his […] The post Anambra guber: APC candidate Ukachukwu assures on transformational leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Embrace Skills For Brighter Future, Tarela Urges Young Nigerians

During a critical time when the need for innovation and self-reliance is greater than ever, Ms. Tarela Opomu, a multi-talented serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, has called on young Nigerians to embrace skill acquisition as a pathway to a brighter future. With her vast experience across multiple industries and her unwavering passion for empowerment, Ms. Tarela […]

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2 d. ago Obi Faults Tinubu’s Frequent Trips At Expense Of Nigerians’ Suffering

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s decision to embark on another foreign vacation, accusing him of abandoning Nigerians in a time of deepening hardship and insecurity. Recall that on Thursday, the Presidency announced that Tinubu had commenced a 10-day working vacation, marking the start of […]

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