24 m. ago MTNN’s Net Profits Hit N133.7bn Amidst Reduction In Forex Losses In Q1

MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) Plc recorded a strong recovery in its bottom line supported by the substantial reduction in forex losses, resulting in a profit after tax of N133.7 billion in the first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, 2025. The telecom firm’ Q1 results released on the Nigerian Exchange showed that MTN Nigeria delivered a […]

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42 m. ago Tinubu’s Reforms Boosting NNPCL, Caverton, Stenabulk Shipping Partnership – Lokpobiri

The newly announced shipping sector joint venture between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Caverton Offshore Support Group, and international maritime firm Stenabulk, was made possible by President Bola Tinubu’s drive for industry reform, minister of state Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri has said. Speaking during a strategic engagement with the partners, Lokpobiri […]

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43 m. ago PDP Moves To Reclaim Kaduna, Decries Insecurity, Poor Governance

The Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has signaled its readiness to take back power in the 2027 elections, citing growing disillusionment with the All Progressives Congress (APC) under Governor Uba Sani. State PDP Chairman, Chief Edward Percy Masha, in a statement issued Wednesday, said his leadership has prioritized reconciliation and grassroots […] The post PDP Moves To Reclaim Kaduna, Decries Insecurity, Poor Governance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 m. ago Tech University Targets 1m Enrollments, Opens Lagos Study Center To Bridge Access Gap

Miva Open University has inaugurated its Lagos Study Center with an ambitious target of reaching 1 million students in the coming years, a bold stride toward reshaping Nigeria’s higher education landscape. The launch marks a critical milestone in the university’s mission to expand access to quality tertiary education, as it addresses the glaring gap left […]

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47 m. ago DisCos Record N191.75bn Revenue In February As Collection Efficiency Rises

The 12 electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in the country collected total bills of N191.75 billion in February 2025, according to the latest Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) factsheet. The NERC Factsheet for February 2025 released on Wednesday, showed that collection efficiency rose to 77.97 per cent , marking a 6.56 per cent increase compared to […]

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1 hour ago Achieving Hub Status, Competitiveness Through Port Rehabilitation, Modernisation

Most Nigerian seaports are old, archaic and inefficient and that has made the nation’s seaports uncompetitive among its complementaries in West and Central Africa. Some of the ports have their quay walls collapsed or weakened while some have their breakwaters and other important infrastructure collapsed. For instance, some terminals at the Tin-can island ports in […]

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1 hour ago Seplat Energy JV Flags Off 2025 ‘Eye Can See’ Programme In Imo

In line with its commitment to advancing community health and wellness, Seplat Energy, with its Joint Venture partners, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has flagged off the 2025 edition of its flagship healthcare initiative, ‘Eye Can See’, in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The programme’s opening ceremony, which was held at the Full […]

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2 h. ago Workers’ Day: Head of Civil Service celebrates Nigerian workers, urges innovation, excellence

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Head of the Civil Service of the Federation Didi Walson-Jack has hailed Nigerian workers as the “bedrock of national progress” in her Workers’ Day message, emphasising unity, innovation, and excellence as keys to overcoming challenges. In a statement marking the May 1 public holiday declared by the federal government, Walson-Jack expressed […] The post Workers’ Day: Head of Civil Service celebrates Nigerian workers, urges innovation, excellence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago First Lady celebrates Nigerian workers as “backbone of development” on 2025 Workers’ Day

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja On Workers’ Day 2025, Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, praised the nation’s workforce as the “driving force behind our nation’s progress”. In a heartfelt message, she commended workers’ resilience across formal and informal sectors, recognising their vital role in the country’s development. “Across all sectors, whether public or private, formal or […] The post First Lady celebrates Nigerian workers as “backbone of development” on 2025 Workers’ Day appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NFIU warns of surge in Ponzi, unregulated crowdfunding scams

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has released a comprehensive advisory alerting Nigerians to the escalating threat of Ponzi schemes and unregulated crowdfunding operations, particularly those exploiting digital assets, agriculture and real estate sectors. In the advisory published on Wednesday, the NFIU emphasised that these fraudulent schemes have evolved in sophistication, […] The post NFIU warns of surge in Ponzi, unregulated crowdfunding scams appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago May Day: CAPPA urges FG, states to prioritise workers’ welfare, living wage

From Idu Jude, Abuja On International Workers’ Day, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) commended Nigerian workers while urging federal and state governments to implement a living wage to prioritise workers’ welfare. In a statement, CAPPA described workers as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, yet they face exploitation, unsafe working conditions, inadequate wages, and […] The post May Day: CAPPA urges FG, states to prioritise workers’ welfare, living wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago The shrinking intellectual space: Nigerian universities must reclaim their intellectual soul before it’s too late (3)

The Nigerian university system, once a beacon of intellectual vigour across Africa, now stands at a crossroads. As the preceding read more The shrinking intellectual space: Nigerian universities must reclaim their intellectual soul before it’s too late (3)

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4 h. ago The salary transparency debate: Should Nigerian employers reveal pay ranges?

“A man who hides his sickness cannot expect to be healed.” – African Proverb In Nigeria’s evolving labour market, the read more The salary transparency debate: Should Nigerian employers reveal pay ranges?

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5 h. ago Celebrating workers’ unrivalled contributions to national development

•Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship     By Bimbola Oyesola As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate Workers’ Day 2025, the mood among the country’s working population is one of both reflection and renewed determination. Amid worsening economic realities, soaring inflation, and increasing threats to fundamental rights, […] The post Celebrating workers’ unrivalled contributions to national development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Not all Nigerian workers are earning new Minimum Wage –Kayode Alakija, President SSASCGOC

  By Bimbola Oyesola   This may sound strange, more-so when the new Minimum Wage has come into force for almost a year now. But those affected are not just private sector employees, but workers in government agencies and parastatals. According to the President of the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned […] The post Not all Nigerian workers are earning new Minimum Wage –Kayode Alakija, President SSASCGOC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Group condemns Tinubu’s economic policies, rising insecurity

By Sunday Ani The United Nigeria Front (UNF) has condemned the administration of President Bola Tinubu, citing disastrous economic policies, escalating insecurity, widespread poverty and a failure to deliver on critical promises to the Nigerian people. A statement by  the group’s national leader, Dr. Ben Ugwu accused the Tinubu-led government of implementing harsh and misguided […] The post Group condemns Tinubu’s economic policies, rising insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Minimum wage for workers remains shamefully inadequate to meet rising costs –Bolarinwa Sunday, NUCFRLANMPE President

    By Chukwuma  Umeorah In a season of heightened economic pressures and unprecedented challenges facing Nigerian workers and industries, the voice of organized labour remains critical in shaping national discourse. Comrade Bolarinwa Sunday, President of the National Union of Chemical, Footwear, Rubber, Leather, and Non-Metallic Products Employees (NUCFRLANMPE), shares insights on the state of […] The post Minimum wage for workers remains shamefully inadequate to meet rising costs –Bolarinwa Sunday, NUCFRLANMPE President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Nigeria’s Enemies Will Soon Feel Impact Of New Army Tactics, COAS Assures

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has declared that Nigeria’s adversaries will soon experience the full impact of the new techniques and procedures being implemented by the Nigerian Army. Oluyede stated this yesterday in Bauchi during a firepower demonstration exercise at the Victor Kure Armour Range, marking the conclusion of the […]

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8 h. ago Breweries post revenue gains despite plunge in beer consumption

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s leading brewers may be celebrating impressive first-quarter revenues in 2025, but behind the rising figures lies a sobering reality: beer consumption is steadily dwindling. Despite International Breweries, Nigerian Breweries (NB) Plc and Guinness Nigeria recording strong double-digit revenue growth, Daily Sun’s analysis reveals that actual profitability took a hit in Q1 […] The post Breweries post revenue gains despite plunge in beer consumption appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t Presents Licence To Isaac Balami Varsity Of Aeronautic As Institution Kicks Off

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially presented the approved licence for the immediate take-off of Isaac Balami University of Aeronautic and Management. Recall that President Bola Tinubu had recently approved the university during a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House, Abuja. The approval of the university whose licence had been […]

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