71 m. ago Tinubu, PDP chieftain hail Okpebholo’s road infrastructure revolution

Tribune Online Tinubu, PDP chieftain hail Okpebholo’s road infrastructure revolution President Bola Tinubu has lauded the infrastructural strides of Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, particularly the ongoing construction of the state’s first-ever flyover bridge, describing it as a landmark intervention in easing urban traffic and modernising Edo’s transport system. The president extolled the governor’s foresight in embarking on the one-kilometre flyover project at Ikpoba […] Tinubu, PDP chieftain hail Okpebholo’s road infrastructure revolution Tribune Online

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3 h. ago IMF calls for more stress tests to determine Central Bank capital needs

Tribune Online IMF calls for more stress tests to determine Central Bank capital needs The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged countries to adopt regular stress tests for central banks to better determine how much capital they need to maintain financial resilience and institutional credibility. In a new policy blog titled “Stress Tests Can Help Determine How Much Capital Central Banks Need”, IMF economist Romain Veyrune said the approach […] IMF calls for more stress tests to determine Central Bank capital needs Tribune Online

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3 h. ago SERAS Africa Sustainability Awards 2025 Closes with Record 325 Entries

The SERAS Africa CSR & Sustainability Awards have officially closed entries for its 19th edition. A record 325 applications were received from organisations across Africa. According to the organisers, the milestone underscores the growing relevance of sustainability as a driver of innovation, responsible business, and inclusive growth across the continent. They add that since its […]

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4 h. ago Reforms averted N70trn currency printing through Ways and Means —PCFPT Chairman

Tribune Online Reforms averted N70trn currency printing through Ways and Means —PCFPT Chairman The Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms (PCFPT) has revealed that without the ongoing economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Nigeria would have been forced to print as much as N70 trillion through the Ways and Means window — a move that could have devastated the economy. Chairman of the committee, […] Reforms averted N70trn currency printing through Ways and Means —PCFPT Chairman Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Tinubu’s promises hollow amid economic woes –Agala, ANGG convener

By Sunday Ani The convener of the group, Activate Nigeria for Good Governance (ANGG), Ken Agala has tackled President Bola Tinubu over his claim on October 1 that “the worst is over” for Nigeria’s economy, describing the president’s optimism as akin to “celebrating the gift of crutches to a man whose legs you broke.” Agala […] The post Tinubu’s promises hollow amid economic woes –Agala, ANGG convener appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Fed Govt Promotes Workers’ Wellness Through Fitness Exercise

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to promote a healthy and productive workforce through an awareness and fitness exercise for civil servants in Abuja. The initiative, part of the monthly Federation of Public Service Games (FEPSGA) Walking and Jogging Exercise, featured free cancer screening and general health checks for workers from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies […]

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4 h. ago ‘What Nigeria can learn from the Brazil–China $1bn investment fund’

Tribune Online ‘What Nigeria can learn from the Brazil–China $1bn investment fund’ Brazil and China have unveiled a $1 billion joint investment fund aimed at boosting strategic sectors such as energy transition, infrastructure, mining, agriculture, and artificial intelligence (AI) — a move that signals deepening South-South economic cooperation and offers lessons for emerging economies like Nigeria. Under the agreement, Brazil’s Development Bank (BNDES) will contribute $400 million, […] ‘What Nigeria can learn from the Brazil–China $1bn investment fund’ Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Account for N14trn fuel subsidy savings or face legal action, SERAP tasks 36 govs, Wike

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the 36 state governors in Nigeria and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike to without further delay disclose the spending details of the estimated N14 trillion fuel subsidy savings they collected from FAAC allocations, including details and locations of projects executed with the […] The post Account for N14trn fuel subsidy savings or face legal action, SERAP tasks 36 govs, Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Delta police intercept truck load of illicit drugs, arrest driver

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the Delta State Police Command in a sting operation have intercepted a truck load of drugs, arresting the driver in the process. The suspect was apprehended by a patrol team of Eagle Net Special Squad, Asaba, led by Commander SP Danyaya Yunusa, working in synergy with the office […] The post Delta police intercept truck load of illicit drugs, arrest driver appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Malaria Advocate Ilobanafor Honoured With Sir Ahmadu Bello Platinum Award

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, has been honoured with the Sir Ahmadu Bello Platinum Award by the Council of Northern Youth Advocates of Nigeria (CNYAN) in recognition of his contributions to national unity, youth empowerment, and social development. The event, held on Saturday in Abuja, celebrated Ilobanafor as […]

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18 h. ago Anambra indigenes in Abuja unite for cultural revival, economic empowerment

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Abuja Chapter of the Anambra State Towns People Association (ASTPA) has announced plans to hold its biennial cultural celebration on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Velodrome, Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja. This year’s theme, “Onulu Ube Nwanne Agbanaoso”, translated as “Do not hesitate to rescue your sibling or relative in […] The post Anambra indigenes in Abuja unite for cultural revival, economic empowerment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Investors exposed to harassment, service disruptions in Nigeria – CPPE

Tribune Online Investors exposed to harassment, service disruptions in Nigeria – CPPE "Together, these factors erode Nigeria’s competitiveness, deter both local and foreign investment, and slow economic growth and job creation." Investors exposed to harassment, service disruptions in Nigeria – CPPE Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Governance expert releases six new books to equip professionals, drive business growth

A governance expert, Ayokunle Ayoko’s determination to strengthen the capacity of professionals and empower both big and small businesses to read more Governance expert releases six new books to equip professionals, drive business growth

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24 h. ago A Call to Action: Launching the Nigeria multidimensional prosperity index and empowering civil service for a digitally secure future

First Professor of Cybersecurity and Information Technology Management | First African Chartered Manager | UK Digital Journalist | General Evangelist, read more A Call to Action: Launching the Nigeria multidimensional prosperity index and empowering civil service for a digitally secure future

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24 h. ago Businessman Wins ‘Salary 4 Life’ In Access Bank’s DiamondXtra Scheme

A businessman, Edwin Oraka has won the ‘Salary 4 Life’ prize in Access Bank’s DiamondXtra reward scheme, as the bank continues the programme’s tradition of empowering customers with life-changing prizes. The scheme, which has been running for 17 years, has rewarded over 30,947 customers with more than N6.62 billion to date. The rewards will include […]

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32 h. ago “Reforms Come With Pain, But We’ll Be Happy Later” — Seyi Law Tells Nigerians

Nigerian comedian, Lawrence Oluwaseyitan Aletile, popularly known as Seyi Law, has called on political leaders to openly acknowledge the economic hardship citizens are enduring, stressing that ongoing reforms, though painful, will ultimately produce positive results. Speaking on the Outside The Box podcast released on Friday, Seyi Law said leaders must show empathy and reassure citizens […] The post “Reforms Come With Pain, But We’ll Be Happy Later” — Seyi Law Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Police Intercept Over 100 Jerrycans Of Petrol In Anti Smuggling Operations

The Nigeria Police Force has intercepted more than 100 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, in separate anti-smuggling operations targeting cross-border economic crimes. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, explaining that the arrests and seizures were carried out by operatives of the Border […] The post Police Intercept Over 100 Jerrycans Of Petrol In Anti Smuggling Operations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE), in collaboration with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the European Union (EU), and the German Development Agency (GIZ), has unveiled the Nigeria Country Resilience and Human Security Assessment, a report designed to strengthen the country’s capacity to withstand security, economic, […] The post OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago EFCC arrests Kaduna fuel station manager over alleged N500m fraud

Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Abdulazeez Gbadebo, a station read more EFCC arrests Kaduna fuel station manager over alleged N500m fraud

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44 h. ago Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

Stakeholders in Africa’s retail industry have been advised to prioritise digitisation, skills development, and policy advocacy. These are seen as read more Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

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