53 m. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank To Facilitate Access To Nigerian Naira Debt – Bloomberg

Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by Nigerian sovereign debt denominated in naira, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The initiative is reportedly designed to give international investors streamlined access to the elevated yields available in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation. The depositary notes will […]

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78 m. ago 97% Of Creative Agencies Grapple With Campaign Execution Challenges – Report

A new industry survey released by the Project Management Institute (PMI) has revealed that an overwhelming 97 per cent of creative agencies are contending with major challenges in delivering impactful marketing campaigns, amid intensifying pressure to cut through market noise and sustain consumer attention. The findings, drawn from a poll conducted by PSB Insights on […]

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2 h. ago USSD: 13 banks clear debts as new billing policy takes effect

By Chinenye Anuforo Thirteen commercial banks have fully settled their outstanding Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) service debts to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). The remaining three banks are nearing completion of their payments, having cleared over 95% of their respective debts. This disclosure was made by Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications […] The post USSD: 13 banks clear debts as new billing policy takes effect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Will vs would: Mastering future expressions in professional writing

A journalist friend recently confided in me his confusion about when to use “will” versus “would” in his reporting. “I know they’re both about the future,” he said, “but I’m never sure which one sounds right.” His honest admission sparked this week’s column because mastering these two words can transform your professional writing from uncertain […] The post Will vs would: Mastering future expressions in professional writing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago UNYF Urges Justice, Security Reforms In Wake Of Benue Attacks

The Unified Nigeria Youth Forum (UNYF) has called for urgent and decisive government action in response to the recent attacks in Yelewata village, Guma local government area of Benue State, where hundreds of lives were reportedly lost. The group, through its president, Comrade Toriah Olajide Filani, also called for a complete overhaul of the nation’s […]

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6 h. ago TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said 86 towers were vandalised in 2024, with 26 completely brought down. Mr. Ali Sharifa, general manager, Transmission Service at TCN, disclosed this during a presentation on infrastructure vandalism at a workshop organised for Power Correspondents in Keffi. He said 2024 and 2025 have been the most trying times […] The post TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo

Tribune Online MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo THE Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has called on the Ondo State government and security agencies to probe the reported invasion of an imam’s house and a mosque in Oke Agbe, Akoko, Ondo State, by individuals allegedly associated with a masquerade festival, and ensure justice in the matter. MUSWEN, in a statement signed […] MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo Tribune Online

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14 h. ago “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna

Reality TV star Phyna has condemned President Bola Tinubu following his visit to the Yelewata community in Benue State, where hundreds were reportedly killed in a violent herdsmen attack. According to reports, over 200 people were killed in a single night during the invasion. Reacting to the President’s visit on Wednesday, Phyna questioned the narrative […] The post “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

14 h. ago Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has reported the arrest of 54 suspects and the repulsion of a sea piracy attack along the state’s waterways in separate operations conducted between May and June 2025. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, disclosed this while briefing the media on major […] The post Police nab 54 suspects, repel sea piracy attack in Akwa Ibom waterways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO

Tribune Online Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO The Debt Management Office (DMO) has reported that investors once again demonstrated their confidence in the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Securities through the high level of subscription—₦91.42 billion—recorded in the recent Sovereign Green Bond Offer. Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader

Tribune Online Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader The minister alleged that a man like [Khamenei] has consistently aimed at destroying Israel through his agents. Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader Tribune Online

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20 h. ago TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in a bid to boost power supply across Nigeria, has launched the Working Committee read more TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

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20 h. ago Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

…TCN records 42 cases of vandalism in 6 months Vandalisation of infrastructure has remained a recurring issue of concern in read more Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

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21 h. ago Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arrived at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, in Abuja on Thursday for her arraignment over alleged defamation. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan got to the courtroom at about 10:30 am ahead of the session scheduled to begin at 11:00 am, awaiting the entrance of […] The post Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims

Kiddwaya, a renowned Big Brother Naija reality TV star and billionaire heir, is under criticism for requesting monetary donations from Nigerians. According to reports, Kiddwaya began a fundraising campaign on Wednesday through his NGO to help the victims of the Benue massacre. Kiddwaya, in an appeal shared on X, called on the public to donate […] The post Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

21 h. ago Sen. Imasuen Breaks Silence On Alleged US Disbarment, Denies Misconduct

The senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Neda Imasuen, has denied widespread online allegations claiming he was disbarred from practising law in the United States over a $150 million client fraud. In a recent interview with Arise TV, monitored in Benin, the Edo Senator dismissed the claims as “completely false,” clarifying that his disbarment in […]

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22 h. ago N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN

Tribune Online N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN According to Ajiboye, the heavy debt burden has not only significantly affected power transmission, but issues relating to the right of way have also hindered the smooth erection of transmission towers to deliver electricity to Nigerians. N457bn debt responsible for lack of electricity transmission flow – TCN Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno

Tribune Online Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno This was contained in a statement made available to defence correspondents in Abuja on Thursday by the spokesperson of the service, Air Commodore Ehime Ejodame. Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Lateef Jakande Academy Fellows Return From Singapore With Global Perspectives

The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) has demonstrated its commitment to shaping globally minded public sector leaders, as its 2024/2025 Fellows return from a transformative International policy trip to Singapore. This immersive experience, a cornerstone of the Academy’s leadership development curriculum, provided Fellows with invaluable exposure to global models of governance and policy execution, while […]

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23 h. ago Senate Gives NNPCL One Week To Account For Missing ₦210trn In Audited Reports

The Senate on Wednesday issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a detailed explanation for alleged discrepancies amounting to over ₦210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the years 2017 to 2023. The Senate Committee on Public Accounts issued the directive following a grilling session during which […]

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