70 m. ago Nigeria’s real estate funds earn N2.26bn in rent as demand rises

Nigerian listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reported a rental income of N2.26 billion for the fiscal year 2024, driven read more Nigeria’s real estate funds earn N2.26bn in rent as demand rises

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1 hour ago Emergency Rule: NBA Protests, Relocates 2025 Annual Conference From Rivers To Enugu

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has changed the venue of its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) from Port Harcourt, Rivers State to Enugu in Enugu Enugu, saying that the previous location was no longer appropriate given happenings in the State. This was announced in a statement jointly signed by NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN; […]

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1 hour ago Police arrest officer accused in viral video of stabbing man in Ekiti

The Ekiti State Police Command has taken into custody an officer accused of stabbing a civilian in Ise-Ekiti over an argument between his girlfriend and the man’s son. This development followed the circulation of a viral video in which the victim’s daughter claimed that the officer—allegedly a chairman’s orderly—attacked her father in their home, following Read More

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2 h. ago “I Wrote ‘The King of Kings’ To Tell My Children About Jesus & Dickens”

Ten years ago, when Seong-ho ‘Jay’ Jang, began the process of writing, producing and directing ‘The King of Kings’, he didn’t envision it would feature a star-studded cast, and ready to premiere in over 50 countries globally. It was a father’s effort at introducing his two children to one of the greatest storyteller, Charles Dickens […]

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2 h. ago FULL LIST. Lagos shuts Mile 12, Ketu, 11 other markets over illegal waste disposal

The Lagos State Government has sealed off 13 markets in the Ketu and Mile 12 areas of the state for persistently flouting the state’s waste management law. The state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known in a post via his X handle on Friday morning. Wahab noted that the markets Read More

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2 h. ago Deliver On Key Gas Initiatives For National Economic Growth, Ekpo Urges NNPC

Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has charged the new leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to prioritize the completion of the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) and Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) projects and other critical National Gas Projects. Ekpo made this call during a courtesy visit by NNPC Ltd.’s new leadership, led by […]

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3 h. ago VeryDarkMan vows to sponsor Eedris Abdulkareem’s song banned by NBC

By Seyi Babalola Controversial activist VeryDarkMan has promised to fund the video shoot for a new protest song, ‘Tell Your Papa,’ which was just banned by the Nigerian government. Daily Sun reported that the federal government banned the song on Thursday through the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), citing it as improper and disrespectful. In an […] The post VeryDarkMan vows to sponsor Eedris Abdulkareem’s song banned by NBC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 2024 Bid Round: 10 Oil Block Awardees Begin Production — NUPRC

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced that 10 of the oil block awardees from the 2024 bid round have commenced production activities. This development marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to boost oil production and revenue. This is as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) reported that the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) […]

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4 h. ago Danish terminal operator renews $500m investment pledge in Nigerian ports amid continued expansion push

Global port operator APM Terminals, a major player in Nigeria’s maritime sector, has renewed its commitment to invest $500 million read more Danish terminal operator renews $500m investment pledge in Nigerian ports amid continued expansion push

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4 h. ago NBA relocates annual conference from Rivers over emergency rule

The Nigerian Bar Association has announced the relocation of its 2025 Annual General Conference, formerly scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, Rivers State but will now be held in Enugu, due to the recent declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State. The association stated that while there was a widespread excitement over Port Harcourt being Read More

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4 h. ago ‘Constructive criticism is a crime in Nigeria,’ Eedris Abdulkareem slams NBC over new protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ ban

Veteran Nigerian rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem, has criticised the National Broadcasting Commission following its decision to ban his new single, ‘Tell Your Papa’, from airplay across broadcast stations, labeling the move as an attempt to silence truth and suppress constructive criticism. The NBC, in a memo dated April 9, 2025, announced the banning of the song, Read More

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5 h. ago Insensitive, vindictive, maleficent – Eedris Abdulkareem on song ban

Veteran Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem has reacted after his single ‘Tell Your Papa’ was banned by the National Broadcasting Service (NBC). Daily Sun reported that Abdulkareem’s single was banned after NBC deemed that his lyrics breached broadcasting standards. In his response to the ban, the artiste, via his Instagram account, stated that truth and criticism […] The post Insensitive, vindictive, maleficent – Eedris Abdulkareem on song ban appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago DN MIner, the most profitable cloud mining platform in 2025: easily help users earn DOGO, XRP, SOL, BTC and other cryptocurrencies every day

With the continuous development of the digital currency market, the cloud mining field has ushered in a golden age. As one of the most profitable cloud mining platforms in 2025, DN Miner has quickly won the trust and attention of users with its innovative technology, convenient operation processes and strong profitability. Most users can earn Read More

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5 h. ago He has loads of options – Mikel Obi speaks on Osimhen’s move to Chelsea

By Seyi Babalola Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has claimed that Victor Osimhen is still waiting for a move to Chelsea. According to the former Nigerian player, Osimhen still has options despite transfer rumours to Chelsea this summer. Recall that Chelsea was in talks to sign Osimhen in the final stages of the previous summer […] The post He has loads of options – Mikel Obi speaks on Osimhen’s move to Chelsea appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NERC slams N628m fine on 8 DisCos over violation of energy caps

By Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has imposed a total fine of N628 million on eight electricity distribution companies (DisCos) for breaching the energy caps set for unmetered customers between July and September 2024. The sanctioned DisCos include Abuja, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola. In addition to the […] The post NERC slams N628m fine on 8 DisCos over violation of energy caps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Rates hike: Subscriber withdraws case against MultiChoice’s DStv

A Nigerian subscriber, Festus Onifade, has withdrawn a lawsuit challenging a price increase by MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd., operator of DStv and GOtv, ending a months-long legal dispute over consumer rights and tariff adjustments; court documents seen by The PUNCH on Thursday showed. The long-time DStv subscriber and legal practitioner filed a notice of discontinuance at Read More

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10 h. ago ANPA deploys 140 health experts for annual medical mission in Lagos

By Zika Bobby The Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA) has wrapped up its annual medical mission in Lagos, deploying over 140 volunteer health professionals to deliver critical care services to underserved communities. The healthcare professionals include internists, cardiologists, surgeons, gynaecologists and nurses. Chairman-elect of the ANPA New Jersey Chapter, Dr. Emmanuel Emeasoba, […] The post ANPA deploys 140 health experts for annual medical mission in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Governors sign MoU with China to boost energy security, efficiency at subnational levels

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance state-level energy planning, Nigerian governors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China’s Energy China. The agreement aims to strengthen sub-national energy governance, fostering energy security, efficiency, and economic development across states. Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, who chairs the Northern Governors’ Forum, stressed […] The post Governors sign MoU with China to boost energy security, efficiency at subnational levels appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Ogun seeks alignment with NRC to actualise transport development plan

By Fidelis Ugbomeh   Plans to enhance partnership with states in the extension of rail service to the hinterland got a major boost as Ogun State government intends to leverage on the Standard gauge railway network to offer freight service. This formed part of the outcome of a meeting between management of Nigerian Railway Corporation […] The post Ogun seeks alignment with NRC to actualise transport development plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Enugu issues 5MW power licence, boosts private sector participation in electricity market

The Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC) has issued a fresh 5MW power generation licence to Tempo Power Solutions Ltd to establish a gas-fired plant. This marks another step toward the state’s vision of energy independence. The development brings the total licensed generation capacity under the EERC to 15MW, following the historic transfer of regulatory […] The post Enugu issues 5MW power licence, boosts private sector participation in electricity market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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