52 m. ago Stakeholders highlight impact of climate change on farming activities, communities in Oyo

Tribune Online Stakeholders highlight impact of climate change on farming activities, communities in Oyo As the world marks World Elephant Day under the theme “Bringing the world together to help elephants”, wildlife conservation organization, Wild Africa, has asked Nigerian authorities to intensify efforts to protect its dwindling elephant population by mitigating rising human-elephant conflicts which often leads to crop raiding, injuries, and fatalities on both sides. Nigeria’s new National […] Stakeholders highlight impact of climate change on farming activities, communities in Oyo Tribune Online

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62 m. ago NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices

By Bimbola Oyesola and Chukwuma Umeorah The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil in naira to the Dangote Refinery and other local stakeholders, insisting that such a move would help drive down fuel prices for Nigerians. The call came as Dangote Refinery announced yet another price slash, […] The post NLC to FG: Sell crude in naira to boost local refining, lower pump prices appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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86 m. ago From delistings to listings: Lessons from South Africa’s capital markets

Nigeria’s equity market finds itself ensnared in a troubling paradox. While the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has delivered an impressive 36 read more From delistings to listings: Lessons from South Africa’s capital markets

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1 hour ago Peace Sustained In N’Delta By Armed Forces Helped Us Meet Revenue Target – FIRS

The notable rise in tax revenue from oil production activities has been closely linked to the enduring peace in the Niger Delta region. Officials have noted that the key oil-producing areas’ stable and peaceful environment has allowed companies to maximise their operations and profits. Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Zacch Adedeji has […]

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1 hour ago NCSP backs $550m initiative to revitalise Nigeria’s steel production

By Merit Ibe The Director General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Tegbe, has supported the  Inner Galaxy Steel Company’s $550 million expansion plan to establish a new plant in Ogun State with a projected annual output of 2 million metric tons (MMT). The announcement came during an official visit by Tegbe to Inner […] The post NCSP backs $550m initiative to revitalise Nigeria’s steel production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago The Companion urges attitudinal change, youth entrepreneurship

The Companion has called on Nigerians to embrace a positive shift in mindset to tackle the socio-economic challenges confronting the nation. In a statement at the end of its two-day Elective Conference of 2025, the association of Muslim men in business and the professions called on all Nigerian youths to get engaged with current socio-economic […] The post The Companion urges attitudinal change, youth entrepreneurship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Nigerian universities, polytechnics: Structured approach to tackle talent crisis, accelerate development

Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads in its quest for economic and industrial development. With a burgeoning youth population and read more Nigerian universities, polytechnics: Structured approach to tackle talent crisis, accelerate development

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3 h. ago Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says

Tribune Online Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says HEAD of Ophthalmology at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Professor Dupe Ademola-Popoola has stated that over 80 per cent of the causes of blindness in Nigerian children are either treatable or preventable and therefore called for a statewide system to ensure that no child is left without vision screening. Professor Ademola-Popoola, in a lecture […] Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Reactions As Tinubu Orders Review Of Revenue Retention By NNPCL, Others

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive review of all deductions and revenue retention practices by major revenue-generating agencies. These agencies include the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigeria Customs Service, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The directive, given […]

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4 h. ago Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Introduction of railway technology and administration in our tertiary schools curriculum received a boost recently when Management of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) with five tertiary institutions on technology transfer and training. The five tertiary institutions that joined the pioneering ones are Yaba Colleege of Technology, Lagos, […] The post Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk, has reiterated the state’s commitment to improving maternal and child health by encouraging exclusive breastfeeding and building community support systems for nursing mothers. Speaking during the official flag-off of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week at the General Hospital, Calabar, the commissioner urged […] The post Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability

Tribune Online Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025. Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho […] Dantsoho pledges renewed ports efficiencies for exports performance, sustainability Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement

Tribune Online Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement  A Master Mariner and maritime advocate, Captain Caleb Danladi, has called for coordinated and proactive solutions to the recurring boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways and coastal zones. In a detailed article titled “Safeguarding Lives at Sea — Proactive Solutions to Boat Mishaps in Nigeria’s Waters”, obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, Captain Danladi lamented the […] Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement Tribune Online

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5 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space

By Zika Bobby The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) has officially recognised United States-based astronaut Chief Owolabi Salis’s achievement, and Wikipedia has listed him as the first Nigerian to travel to outer space. According to the FAI, space flight is defined as any flight over 100 kilometers (62 miles) above sea level, and those who reach […] The post Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Why NNPC should sell adequate crude to Dangote refinery in Naira, says NLC

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has made a case for adequate feedstock (crude oil) supply to the 650,000 bpd Dangote read more Why NNPC should sell adequate crude to Dangote refinery in Naira, says NLC

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16 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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16 h. ago ADC: Peter Obi knows Virus Afflicting PDP Has No Cure – Bolaji Abdullahi

The Interim National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has taken a swipe at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made the comment while speaking about former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Abdullahi, in an interview with the Nigerian Tribune on Wednesday, said Obi is well aware that the […] The post ADC: Peter Obi knows Virus Afflicting PDP Has No Cure – Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Wikipedia recognises Owolabi Salis as first Nigerian astronaut

Tribune Online Wikipedia recognises Owolabi Salis as first Nigerian astronaut Owolabi Salis, a Nigerian-born lawyer and astronaut, has been officially recognised by Wikipedia as the first Nigerian to Wikipedia recognises Owolabi Salis as first Nigerian astronaut Tribune Online

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