4 h. ago Nigeria’s data privacy sector generates over $10m in 3yrs –FG

•Launches Virtual Privacy Academy From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has disclosed that Nigeria’s data privacy sector generated over $10 million and created about 23,000 jobs within the last three years. Dr. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), revealed this during the eighth edition of the Network of African […] The post Nigeria’s data privacy sector generates over $10m in 3yrs –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigeria’s data privacy sector generates over $10m, launches Virtual Privacy Academy

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government has announced that Nigeria’s data privacy sector generated over $10 million and created approximately 23,000 jobs in the past three years. Dr Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), disclosed this at the eighth Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) conference in Abuja […] The post Nigeria’s data privacy sector generates over $10m, launches Virtual Privacy Academy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   Stakeholders in the power and energy generation and distribution sector from Nigeria and other African countries have emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to explore ways to transition to renewable energy sources. The call was made at the First National Legislative Conference and Expo on Renewable Energy organised by the […] The post Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago JUST IN: President Tinubu, GenCos to meet over N4tn power sector debt

President Bola Tinubu is poised to meet the country’s power-generating companies to address the N4 trillion debt affecting Nigeria’s electricity supply chain. The meeting comes after a high-level meeting on Tuesday between the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and the chairmen of GenCos in Abuja over concerns of a potential collapse of the national grid due […] The post JUST IN: President Tinubu, GenCos to meet over N4tn power sector debt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s Dangote on track for $30 Billion annual Revenue Target Despite US Tariff

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest person, said his group is on track to generate total revenue of $30 billion next year, read more Nigeria’s Dangote on track for $30 Billion annual Revenue Target Despite US Tariff

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1 week ago Prada Uzodimma: Building Nigeria’s next generation of legal professionals

At a time when influence is often measured by noise, Prada Uzodimma, is quietly making waves, redefining leadership through purpose, read more Prada Uzodimma: Building Nigeria’s next generation of legal professionals

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1 week ago NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan

Shettima: We’re builders of a sustainable future, not crisis managers Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, approved the Cotton, Textile, and Garment Development Board and agribusiness and livestock strategies projected to generate $74–$90 billion by 2035, aiming to boost Nigeria’s economy and address insecurity. […] The post NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Former NUJ Chairman advocates tourism development for revenue generation

By Abel Leonard, Lafia A former Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Tourism in Nasarawa State and past Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Dogo Shammah, has called on the Nasarawa State Government and other states in the North Central region to invest in the development of the tourism and cultural sectors. Shammah, […] The post Former NUJ Chairman advocates tourism development for revenue generation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Exchange Rate Volatility Affects Trade Patterns As Customs Generates N1.75trn

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a revenue generation of ₦1.75 trillion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, surpassing its quarterly target by ₦106.5 billion and marking a 29.96 per cent increase over the same period in 2024. However, the Service said its operations were not without challenges, particularly the volatility of exchange […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria Customs Generates N1.75trn In Q1 2025, Breaks Revenue Record

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reported a record-breaking revenue performance in the first quarter of 2025, raking in N1.75 trillion. The announcement was made during a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday , where the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, attributed the impressive figures to sweeping reforms, increased surveillance, and enhanced digital operations. […] The post Nigeria Customs Generates N1.75trn In Q1 2025, Breaks Revenue Record appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago MTN Nigeria, Digital Encode Partner To Inspire Next Generation Of Female Tech Leaders

MTN Nigeria and cybersecurity firm Digital Encode have joined forces with eBusiness Life Communication Limited to support the 2025 International Girls in ICT Day campaign. The event, scheduled for May 15, 2025, in Lagos, is part of a global initiative by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) aimed at bridging the gender gap in Information and […]

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2 w. ago “Nigeria Needs New Breed Of Leaders With Courage, Integrity” – Lagos Deputy Gov

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has called for a new generation of leadership in Nigeria. Hazmat said that the country is in need of leaders who can prioritises national development and integrity during  his or her time in public office. The Deputy Governor led this out on Thursday, at the second edition of the […] The post “Nigeria Needs New Breed Of Leaders With Courage, Integrity” – Lagos Deputy Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Power Generation Hits Historic 6,003mw Under Tinubu — Minister

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said that Nigeria achieved a remarkable power generation capacity of 6,003 megawatts on March 2, 2025, under the administration of President Bola Tinubu — marking the highest level ever recorded in the country’s history. According to him, the feat was followed by a peak generation evacuation of 5,801.44 […]

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3 w. ago GenCos Raise Alarm Over N4trn Unpaid Invoices, Says Shutdown Imminent

Nigeria’s electricity generation companies (GenCos) have raised the alarm over an impending collapse of their operations due to the crippling debt of over N4 trillion owed to them by the federal government. The debt, comprising legacy obligations and unpaid subsidies for 2024, was severely undermining the power sector’s ability to function optimally. The Board of […]

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3 w. ago “Take Nigeria Back From Old Generation If You Want To Enjoy Your Future” – Falana Charges Youths

Controversial human rights lawyer and activist, Femi Falana, has charged Nigerian youths to reclaim the country back from old generation. Speaking in Lagos during sixth Annual Youth Leadership Conference, tagged Resilience, Innovation, Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship (RISE 2025), held at the University of Lagos, on Saturday, Mr. Falana said that the country is no more […] The post “Take Nigeria Back From Old Generation If You Want To Enjoy Your Future” – Falana Charges Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago EU Supports FG’s Efforts Towards Sustainable Waste Management 

The European Union (EU), in partnership with the federal government, is promoting circularity in the fashion and textile industry, in line with the United Nations (UN) international zero-waste agenda. The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, stressed the need to reduce waste generated in the textile industry, which globally stands at an […]

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4 w. ago Shettima Urges NISO To Fix Electricity, National Grid Challenges

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has directed the members of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) Limited’s Board of Directors to maintain the highest standards of integrity and expertise in carrying out their duties of ensuring seamless generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity across Nigeria. According to him, while expectations are high, members of […]

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4 w. ago FG to generate over $200bn annually from space regulation, licensing

The Federal Government on Tuesday in Abuja said it could generate over 200 billion dollars annually from space regulation and licensing. Chief Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology said this at a one-day sensitisation and stakeholders engagement on the commencement of space regulation, spectrum management and licensing in Nigeria. The News Agency of […] The post FG to generate over $200bn annually from space regulation, licensing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago VP Shettima Urges NISO To Fix Electricity, National Grid Challenges

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has directed the members of Board of the Directors of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) Limited to maintain the highest standards of integrity and expertise in carrying out their duties of ensuring seamless generation, transmission and distribution of electricity across Nigeria. According to him, while expectations were high, […]

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4 w. ago EU, FG to promote zero waste agenda in fashion, textile industry

The European Union, in partnership with the Federal Government is promoting circularity in the fashion and textile industry, in line with the United Nations international zero waste agenda. The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot stressed the need to reduce waste generated in the textile industry which globally stands at an alarming Read More

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