1 hour ago ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government, on Thursday, launched the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a scheme designed to offer loan opportunities to staff of government-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Surprisingly, some university-based unions, particularly the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), whose members are […] The post ASUU, NAAT, others absent as FG launches loan scheme for tertiary institutions’ staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigerian Fintechs eye share of ₦5.6trn airtime loan pie as reform deadline looms

Nigerian fintech firms are positioning to claim a share of the country’s multi-trillion-naira airtime lending market as the clock ticks read more Nigerian Fintechs eye share of ₦5.6trn airtime loan pie as reform deadline looms

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2 h. ago Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

underscores long-standing commitment to hygiene, public health Aspira Nigeria Limited, manufacturer of a range of home and personal care products read more Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

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2 h. ago Fintech launches AI assistant for migrants, offers over ₦1 billion travel loans

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo To ease the pains of migrants and ensure easy access to foreign education, a financial technology hub, Vesti, has launched an AI-powered assistant designed to assist students and other migrants in their overseas travels. This launch comes alongside the announcement of over ₦1 billion in loan facilities aimed at helping immigrants […] The post Fintech launches AI assistant for migrants, offers over ₦1 billion travel loans appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago ValueJet deepens competition with expansion of regional network to Accra, Cotonou, Malabo

ValueJet, a growing private Nigerian carrier, has concluded plans to launch a several routes from its hub in Lagos to read more ValueJet deepens competition with expansion of regional network to Accra, Cotonou, Malabo

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6 h. ago WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade

Captain of Nigeria’s women’s national football team, Rasheedat Ajibade, has disclosed that the Super Falcons are yet to receive the $100,000 cash gift promised to them by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu had announced the monetary reward during a reception to honour the team for winning this year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. […] The post WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FG repositions steel sector, targets 10m tonnes of liquid steel

…Sector to generate 500,000 jobs by 2030 President Bola Tinubu has stated his commitment to repositioning the nation’s steel sector read more FG repositions steel sector, targets 10m tonnes of liquid steel

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7 h. ago Nigeria, Philippines move to deepen labour, migration ties, eye new pacts

Nigeria and the Republic of the Philippines have sought to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in labour migration, worker protection, and read more Nigeria, Philippines move to deepen labour, migration ties, eye new pacts

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8 h. ago Despite Risks, Residents Fight To Protect Russian National Park

Russian law prohibits construction in national parks but local authorities got around it by arguing that the project consisted of "repairs" to an existing road. The post Despite Risks, Residents Fight To Protect Russian National Park appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the break of dawn, Jabi Lake in Abuja usually awakens with a lively pulse. By 6 a.m., the once quiet space transforms into a buzzing hub where joggers chase their daily goal of 10,000 steps, vendors set up small stalls, and families share quality time. For many, this place isn’t […] The post Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade

By Seyi Babalola Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has revealed that the team has yet to receive the promised $100,000 reward, as well as other commitments made by the Federal Government, following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade expressed disappointment over […] The post We haven’t received Tinubu’s $100,000 gift – Super Falcons captain Ajibade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Father Of Murdered Kogi Photojournalist Dies 21 Days After Son’s Killing

Chief James Aiyepeku, the father of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photojournalist who was brutally murdered on July 22, 2025, in Kogi State has passed away. The deceased passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after suffering a stroke, reportedly triggered by the shock of his son’s gruesome murder. Speaking with our Correspondent at the family residence […]

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9 h. ago Bitcoin increases to $124,000, sets new record on US policy shift

Tribune Online Bitcoin increases to $124,000, sets new record on US policy shift Bitcoin hit a fresh record high during early Asian trading on Thursday, climbing above $124,000 on the back of Bitcoin increases to $124,000, sets new record on US policy shift Tribune Online

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10 h. ago $980m Private Capital Mobilised, 350 CNG Conversion Centres Built In 18 Months — FG

The number of vehicles converted so far has risen from about 4,000 to 100,000. The post $980m Private Capital Mobilised, 350 CNG Conversion Centres Built In 18 Months — FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Accident investigation: Navy to bring NSIB onboard Falcon Eye operations

Tribune Online Accident investigation: Navy to bring NSIB onboard Falcon Eye operations The Maritime Safety Investigation Regulation seeks to streamline investigations into maritime accidents and incidents.... Accident investigation: Navy to bring NSIB onboard Falcon Eye operations Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Ibom Air: Delta gov’s aide offers Emmanson N500,000 job, luxury trip

Tribune Online Ibom Air: Delta gov’s aide offers Emmanson N500,000 job, luxury trip Senior Special Assistant on Media to Delta Governor, Ossai Ovie Success, has pledged a paid job and an all-expenses-paid trip to Ibom Air: Delta gov’s aide offers Emmanson N500,000 job, luxury trip Tribune Online

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10 h. ago $250bn African Pensions Fund To Address Gap In Oil & Gas Sector

The critical funding challenges facing oil and gas companies in Africa can be partially offset if the continent’s $250 billion pension fund assets are deployed to finance essential oil and gas projects. African leaders have also been urged to recapitalise the region’s over 1,000 financial institutions and national development banks to ensure their funds are […]

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12 h. ago Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer

Adefunke Maria condemned the treatment of her client by the airline's flight attendant who blocked her from disembarking upon arrival in Lagos from Akwa Ibom. The post Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Cash transfer: Over 32,000 in Delta benefit from national social safety net programme

Tribune Online Cash transfer: Over 32,000 in Delta benefit from national social safety net programme National Social Safety Net Program in Delta State has successfully supported over 32,000 beneficiaries through the cash transfer program implemented by the State Cash Transfer Unit Cash transfer: Over 32,000 in Delta benefit from national social safety net programme Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Osun 2026: INEC seeks media support in campaign against vote buying

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sought the support of the media in the campaign against vote buying to ensure the success of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Mutiu Agboke, who gave the assurance at the state office of the commission during the […] The post Osun 2026: INEC seeks media support in campaign against vote buying appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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