2 h. ago IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria currently stands at an economic crossroad and this is due to the recent downgrade of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) numbers by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The global organisation in its biannual World Economic Outlook (WEO) report titled “A Critical Juncture amid Policy Shifts”, lowered the 2025 growth forecasts […] The post IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs

By Uche Usim As global trade disputes necessitate strategic shifts in business models, the Minister of Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has laid out a comprehensive roadmap aimed at driving the nation’s economic growth through enhanced productivity, competitiveness and strategic collaborations with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). She stated this in Lagos on Monday […] The post Minister unveils roadmap for Nigeria’s trade, investment boost amid global standoffs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts

By Chinwendu Obienyi   Sage Grey Finance Limited, a financial institution has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices, while becoming a participatory member of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact initiative — a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices. With the announcement, Sage Grey Finance […] The post Sage Grey Finance joins UN Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG

By Uche Usim The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised concerns that the 2025 budget proposal has failed to sufficiently address the critical need for electricity tariff reforms. The group warned that this oversight could undermine efforts to attract private-sector investment and compromise the financial sustainability of the power sector. In a report titled […] The post 2025 budget didn’t address critical power sector reforms –NESG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs

By Chinenye Anuforo Digital supply chain finance frontrunner Fiducia has extended its Factoring Forum to the South-South region, holding its inaugural session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The forum, centered on the theme “Unlocking Growth: The Power of Factoring for Business Expansion,” convened finance professionals, business executives, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to delve […] The post Firm expands factoring initiative to Port Harcourt, empowers SMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago YABATECH: Fertile ground for industry partnership –Karnebeek

The Royal Frieslandcampina, global chief executive officer, Mr. Jan Derck Van Karnebeek highly referred Yaba College of Technology as a fertile ground for industry partnerships and a model for nurturing talents that meet both national and global standards. He made this assertion at an industry and academia engagement session, tagged Career Leap Series 1 to […] The post YABATECH: Fertile ground for industry partnership –Karnebeek appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed confidence that more governors currently in opposition parties will soon defect to the ruling APC. Ganduje made the statement on Monday during a special event in Asaba, Delta State, organized to officially welcome Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa into […] The post “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa

Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has clarified the reasons behind his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Speaking on Monday, Okowa revealed that the decision was motivated by the need to strengthen Delta State’s connection to the federal government’s resources and goodwill, which he believes are essential for […] The post My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago UTME: Ekiti Governor commends JAMB, assures people with disabilities of more support as over 30 write exam

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has commended the Joint Admissions And Matriculation Board(JAMB) for providing candidates with disabilities the opportunity to participate in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The Governor hailed the Board’s Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, for coming up with the Jamb Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG) an inclusive education […] The post UTME: Ekiti Governor commends JAMB, assures people with disabilities of more support as over 30 write exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate has launched investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and 200 Euros confiscated by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The funds were discovered in an unaccompanied bag suspected to have been smuggled into […] The post EFCC launches investigation into $86,500, 305,150 Riyals intercepted at Kano Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged his full backing for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 reelection campaign after formally defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally held in Asaba on Monday, Oborevwori explained that the move to the APC was necessary to ensure Delta State’s alignment with the federal government. He argued […] The post Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Residents commends Gombe gov’t, UNICEF for efforts to end polio, other diseases

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Some residents in Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA) of Gombe State has expressed their appreciation for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the state government’s ongoing efforts to combat poliovirus and other preventable diseases. The residents stated this during immunization campaign on Monday in Kaltungo LGA. The campaign, which was […] The post Residents commends Gombe gov’t, UNICEF for efforts to end polio, other diseases appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Miva Open University launches Lagos Study Centre to expand access to learning

Miva Open University has announced the official opening of its Lagos Study Centre as part of its efforts to expand read more Miva Open University launches Lagos Study Centre to expand access to learning

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15 h. ago 37 Visually Impaired Candidates Sit For 2025 UTME At Bauchi Centre

A total of 37 visually impaired candidates participated in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the Bauchi special JAMB Centre, held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Yelwa Campus. The special JAMB centre is part of the federal government’s effort to provide equal opportunities for persons with special needs to achieve their […]

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15 h. ago EFCC Probes Discovery Of $86,500, 305,150 Riyals, €200 Cash At Kano Airport

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced investigation of $86,500, 305,150 Saudi Riyals, and €200 confiscated by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano. The funds were discovered in an unaccompanied bag suspected to have been smuggled into […]

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15 h. ago Akpabio urges Global South unity at Rabat Parliamentary Forum

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Global South nations to unite in addressing global challenges. Speaking at the Third South-South Parliamentary Dialogue Forum in Rabat, Morocco, he called for stronger cooperation, industrial growth, and political resilience to move beyond mere words. Akpabio leads a Nigerian delegation of eight senators: Peter Nwaebonyi, […] The post Akpabio urges Global South unity at Rabat Parliamentary Forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago BREAKING: Suspected CBEX promoter Abiodun surrenders to EFCC

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja One of the suspected promoters of the cryptocurrency trading platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), Adefowora Abiodun, who was recently declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has voluntarily surrendered to the commission to aid the investigation. Abiodun, one of the four individuals earlier declared wanted by the EFCC […] The post BREAKING: Suspected CBEX promoter Abiodun surrenders to EFCC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A credible source within the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has alleged an orchestrated ethnic campaign against the agency’s Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike. Speaking anonymously on Monday, the source claimed that a group posing as the Joint Action Congress (JAC) of NiMet is falsely calling for Anosike’s removal to destabilise the […] The post Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago INEC Chairman Calls For Electoral Reforms Ahead 2027 Elections

The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called for continuous reform of the electoral legal framework ahead of future elections. Prof. Yakubu made call the during his opening remarks at a two-day retreat between the Commission and members of the Joint National Assembly Committee on Electoral Matters in Lagos […]

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23 h. ago Insurance Meets Tech Lauds Insurers For Strategic Fintech Collaboration

Insurance Meets Tech (IMT) has applauded insurance companies under the auspices of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) for collaborating with financial technology (fintech) firms to significantly enhance the speed and transparency of insurance claims payment. IMT is West Africa’s foremost conference and collaborative platform dedicated to fostering the intersection of insurance and technology. Recently, the […]

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