4 h. ago How emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain can solve real problems in Nigeria, if we invest

Nigeria has over 133 million people living in multidimensional poverty, yet the country spends less than 0.2% of its GDP read more How emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain can solve real problems in Nigeria, if we invest

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5 h. ago SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

With an expanding footprint in education and retail distribution, Stephen Nzurum of SFi Africa Brands Ltd is leading efforts to read more SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

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7 h. ago Four bag seven years in prison for vandalising EEDC property

Tribune Online Four bag seven years in prison for vandalising EEDC property At the High Court of Ebonyi State, Afikpo Judicial Division, presided over by Hon. Justice Nicholas E. Nwode, four men , Ikechukwu Esseh, Ikedinachi Uche, Ukpai Godwin, and Uchenna Kalu — were sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment following a three-count charge of conspiracy, vandalism, and stealing. Four bag seven years in prison for vandalising EEDC property Tribune Online

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7 h. ago BREAKING: Court Discharges Ibom Air Passenger Comfort, Released From Prison

An Ikeja Magistrate’s Court in Ogba, Lagos State, on Wednesday, discharged Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger accused of unruly conduct and assault aboard the Uyo-Lagos flight, after prosecutors withdrew all charges. Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami struck out the five-count charge following a formal application by the prosecution to discontinue the matter. LEADERSHIP reports that the […]

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8 h. ago Unruly behaviour saga: Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson released

By Seyi Babalola An Ikeja Magistrate’s Court in Ogba, Lagos, on Wednesday,  discharged Comfort Emmanson, a passenger accused of unruly behaviour and assault on an Ibom Air aircraft. Following the police’s formal withdrawal of the case, Presiding Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami dismissed the five-count charges against Emmanson. The charges said that Emmanson disrupted the peace on […] The post Unruly behaviour saga: Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson released appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 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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9 h. ago JUST IN: Court discharges Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson

Tribune Online JUST IN: Court discharges Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami struck out the case following the withdrawal of the five-count charge earlier filed against her by the police. JUST IN: Court discharges Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Taraba Deputy Governor’s long absence: I have no hidden agenda – Gov Kefas

 … APC counters   By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Amid controversy surrounding the over Eight months absence of the Taraba State deputy Governor, the State Governor Agbu Kefas has said that he has no hidden agenda in handling the situation.   The governor who gave the clarification on Tuesday evening while addressing a press briefing said that […] The post Taraba Deputy Governor’s long absence: I have no hidden agenda – Gov Kefas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Major Funding For Nigerian Music Comes From West, Fraud Industry – M.I Abaga

Veteran rapper Jude Abaga, widely known as M.I, has stated that a significant portion of the Nigerian music industry’s funding comes from internet fraudsters. He described this situation as a reflection on Nigeria as a country, highlighting that much of the financial backing for the music scene originates from both foreign sources and fraudulent activities. […] The post Major Funding For Nigerian Music Comes From West, Fraud Industry – M.I Abaga appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Lagos advises motorists to seek alternative routes as Osborne Road closes for repair

The Lagos State government has advised motorists in Ikoyi and environs to seek alternative routes as it announces a two-day read more Lagos advises motorists to seek alternative routes as Osborne Road closes for repair

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13 h. ago EFCC Probes Passenger Over Alleged Undeclared $59,000 At Lagos Airport

Damian was intercepted by customs operatives on Monday, during a routine check at the Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Currency Declaration Desk. The post EFCC Probes Passenger Over Alleged Undeclared $59,000 At Lagos Airport appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago FG In Talks With Saudi Arabia, UK, US, Others On Jobs For Nigerians – Minister

Federal government is in discussions with Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom (UK), the United States (USA), Australia, and other countries to create more employment opportunities for Nigerians. The minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, disclosed this to journalists in Abuja yesterday. he said the initiative was part of the government’s plan to address […]

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15 h. ago Sugar Devt Council Signs Deals To Increase Output By 400,000 Tonnes

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has signed agreements with four operators to develop new sugar production facilities that will collectively add 400,000 metric tonnes to Nigeria’s annual sugar output. The move marks a major step in the government’s ongoing effort to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on sugar imports and achieve greater self-sufficiency. The […]

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15 h. ago Governor Bala Mohammed pledges support to strengthen PDP’s fortunes in Delta State

From Paul Orude  Bauchi As a committed Party-Man and Leader, Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir, has assured the citizens of Delta state of his total support to keep the flag of PDP flying higher in the state and the country as a whole. The Governor gave the assurance during an interaction with a […] The post Governor Bala Mohammed pledges support to strengthen PDP’s fortunes in Delta State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Ekpo Affirms FG’s Drive To Expand Gas Infrastructure, Power Neighbouring Economies

The minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo has reaffirmed the federal government’s unwavering commitment to expanding gas infrastructure, reducing gas flaring, and enhancing energy supply to power neighbouring West African economies. Speaking during a key meeting with the outgoing and incoming managing directors of the West African Gas Pipeline Company […]

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15 h. ago EFCC probes suspect over undeclared $59,000 at Lagos airport

By Blessing Iwuala Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC), have commenced investigation of one Duru Ikechukwu Damian, arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service, (NCS) for allegedly failing to declare the sum of $59,000. Damian was intercepted by operatives of the NCS during a routine check at the […] The post EFCC probes suspect over undeclared $59,000 at Lagos airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago We’ve 1,888 female inmates in prison, 81 on death row – NCoS

From Isaac Anumihe and Ezekwesiri Olileanya, Abuja Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), yesterday, disclosed that it has a total of 1885 females across the country and  81 of them are on death row. Fielding questions from the Independent Investigative Panel on the alleged corruption, abuse of power, torture, cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment against the NCS […] The post We’ve 1,888 female inmates in prison, 81 on death row – NCoS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nigeria first: Building competitive industry and trade from within

At the heart of every economically resilient country lies a productive industrial base, one that is rooted in local value read more Nigeria first: Building competitive industry and trade from within

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16 h. ago NCDMB Urges Africa Oil Producers To Promote Manufacturing In Support Of SME Growth

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has challenged oil-producing countries in Africa to prioritise the manufacturing ecosystem as deliberate steps to create skills that will support the transformation of the oil and gas industry. By doing so, they would help local industries develop competencies that will, in turn expand their local content strategies. […]

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16 h. ago AltBank Mobilises Traders, Farmers To Drive Financial Inclusion

As part of its efforts to drive financial inclusion in the country, particularly among the underserved, The Alternative Bank, through Sterling Financial Holdings Company, is partnering with the Association of Market Women/Men and Farmers of Nigeria (AMWMF) to address the challenges faced by millions of market women, men, and farmers who have long been excluded […]

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