2 h. ago State adoption of Contributory Pension Scheme: Challenges, road ahead

The Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) was introduced as one of Nigeria’s most ambitious social security reforms, designed to tackle decades read more State adoption of Contributory Pension Scheme: Challenges, road ahead

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5 h. ago NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a roadmap aimed at closing the widening skills gap in the nation’s telecom sector, with a focus on empowering indigenous talent to drive industry growth. At the Stakeholders Consultative Forum on Skill Gaps in the Telecom Value Chain held in Lagos, Engineer Edoyemi Ogoh, Director […] The post NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago AI is meant to guide journalists, not dominate their minds – Expert

Oloriewe Raheem Adedoyin, a renowned communication expert and executive Board member of the International Press Institute (IPI), Vienna, Austria, has read more AI is meant to guide journalists, not dominate their minds – Expert

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7 h. ago Sovereign Trust: Four directors offload N2.48bn shares ahead of recapitalisation

No fewer than four insiders in Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc have raked in about N2.48 billion by selling the shares read more Sovereign Trust: Four directors offload N2.48bn shares ahead of recapitalisation

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9 h. ago Ange Postecoglou becomes new Nottingham Forest manager, edges Mourinho

By John Ogunsemore Former Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou has been appointed new manager for English Premier League side Nottingham Forest, Turkish transfer market expert Ekrem Konur disclosed. This comes barely a day after the sacking of Nuno Espírito Santo, nearly two weeks after Forest’s 3-0 home defeat to West Ham United. Postecoglou, former Manchester […] The post Ange Postecoglou becomes new Nottingham Forest manager, edges Mourinho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 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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13 h. ago Nigeria tops Africa’s construction market on urbanisation wave

Nigeria is emerging as the frontrunner in Africa’s rapidly growing construction sector, now valued at $44.3 billion and projected to read more Nigeria tops Africa’s construction market on urbanisation wave

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14 h. ago Three simple measures that reduce diabetes risk by 31 percent —Experts

Tribune Online Three simple measures that reduce diabetes risk by 31 percent —Experts Researchers have found that a Mediterranean-style diet, combined with reduced caloric intake and moderate physical activity, may reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 31 percent. Type two diabetes, in particular, has become a major public health concern because of the high rate of both diagnosed and undiagnosed cases. It is often dubbed the […] Three simple measures that reduce diabetes risk by 31 percent —Experts Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Government, Stakeholders Assure Tech Startups Of Technical, Funding Supports

The federal government and stakeholders in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector have assured local tech startups of technical and funding support to scale globally. The experts, who spoke on the sidelines of the just concluded GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference in Lagos, said that while startups in Nigeria don’t have […]

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17 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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19 h. ago Nigeria’s Debt Alarming, We Must Reject Reckless Borrowing – Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s mounting debt. He warned that it has surpassed the country’s legal threshold and poses a significant risk to fiscal stability. Speaking on Monday at the opening of the 11th Annual Conference and General Assembly of the West Africa Association of Public […] The post Nigeria’s Debt Alarming, We Must Reject Reckless Borrowing – Abbas appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

..as Nigeria ranks 12th globally for pandemic risk Local and international researchers have tasked the Nigerian government to prioritise investment read more Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

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32 h. ago SEC, NAICOM strengthen support for insurance industry recapitalisation drive

Tribune Online SEC, NAICOM strengthen support for insurance industry recapitalisation drive The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) have stepped up efforts to support the ongoing recapitalisation of Nigeria’s insurance industry, offering regulatory concessions and unveiling new guidelines to enhance growth, innovation, and compliance. Speaking after the Insurers’ Committee meeting in Lagos, Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, Chairman of the Communication and Stakeholders […] SEC, NAICOM strengthen support for insurance industry recapitalisation drive Tribune Online

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33 h. ago NABTEB Begins Review Of Syllabuses For 26 Trades In Technical Colleges

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has begun the review and validation of syllabuses for 26 trade areas in technical colleges. The ongoing five-day exercise, which began on Monday in Abuja, brought together education regulators, industry stakeholders, principals of technical colleges, and curriculum experts. NABTEB Registrar and Chief Executive, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed […]

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33 h. ago Experts proffer solutions for scaling Africa’s $70bn infrastructure gap at PMI Summit

Tribune Online Experts proffer solutions for scaling Africa’s $70bn infrastructure gap at PMI Summit Experts have offered advice on what should be needed by both the private and public sectors in Africa to scale  the continent’s $70bn infrastructural deficit. Rising from the PMI Global Summit Series, held in Kigali, recently, the experts identified shortage of bankable projects, as against shortage of capital, as the greatest obstacle the continent is […] Experts proffer solutions for scaling Africa’s $70bn infrastructure gap at PMI Summit Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Trabzonspor, Man Utd Reach Verbal Agreement For Onana Loan Deal

Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Manchester United to take goalkeeper André Onana on loan. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano disclosed on his X handle yesterday. According to Romano, the agreement has been established at the club-to-club level, with the final call now resting solely with Onana himself. The 27-year-old […]

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37 h. ago APC Deputy Chair Mobilises Borno’s Insurgency, Flood Victims For Voter Registration

The Deputy National Chairman (North) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Ali Dalori, has embarked on the mobilisation of Borno residents affected by the Boko Haram insurgency and last year’s flood disaster for the Continuous Voter’s Registration ( CVR ) exercise. Speaking during the mobilisation campaign on Sunday at Dalori ward in Konduga local […]

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38 h. ago Atiku decries Borno Boko Haram killing, says ‘we must rise to confront menace’

Tribune Online Atiku decries Borno Boko Haram killing, says ‘we must rise to confront menace’ •Obi calls for national security emergency FORMER Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Sunday, decried the weekend gruesome killing of scores of people by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State. In a post on his X handle, Atiku expressed deep sadness over the loss of lives, including soldiers on the frontline. While calling for a collective […] Atiku decries Borno Boko Haram killing, says ‘we must rise to confront menace’ Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market

Tribune Online Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called on African banks, insurers, and financial institutions to rally behind citizens with viable, bankable ideas while working collectively to create a more cohesive continental market that nurtures innovation and entrepreneurship. Delivering a keynote at the official opening of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 in Algiers on Thursday, […] Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market Tribune Online

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40 h. ago IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy

Tribune Online IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that stablecoins and other financial innovations could transform the global economy, offering opportunities for efficiency and inclusion but also posing significant risks to financial stability. In a recent blog post, Gita Bhatt of the IMF noted that policymakers face a delicate balancing act: reaping the benefits of new […] IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy Tribune Online

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