3 h. ago AfCFTA to banks: Drive payments, unlock capital to power Africa’s borderless trade

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has challenged banks across the continent to step up as vital enablers of Africa’s borderless trade, by driving seamless cross-border payments, risk management and unlocking capital flows that will power the continent’s single market dream. The Secretary General, Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Wamkele Mene,  […] The post AfCFTA to banks: Drive payments, unlock capital to power Africa’s borderless trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa

Tribune Online CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa THE Chief Executive Officer of Bricks Murstern Mattoni Limited, Mr Emmanuel Maiguwa who also doubles as the President of the Maritime Security Providers Association of Nigeria (MASPAN) has raised the alarm that the Primary Lending Institutions (PLI’s) engaged by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for the disbursement of the $700m Cabotage Vessel […] CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure

Tribune Online Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure Eyin Grammar Community Development Association, has called on the Oyo State Government to provide a conducive learning environment and adequate security in schools within the area. Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure Tribune Online

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7 h. ago TICAD9: Tinubu sets $1bn trade and investment target for Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria’s participation at the ongoing 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, is driven by a bold agenda to secure over $1 billion in trade and investment opportunities. Speaking via his verified X handle, @officialABAT, on Wednesday, President Tinubu stressed that […] The post TICAD9: Tinubu sets $1bn trade and investment target for Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago TICAD9: Africa Deserves Two Permanent Seats At UN Security Council, Says Tinubu

The President said the continent also deserves additional non-permanent seats in line with the Ezulwini consensus and Sirte declaration. The post TICAD9: Africa Deserves Two Permanent Seats At UN Security Council, Says Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Tighten Border Security To Safeguard Importations Through Seaports

Some concerned Nigerians have called on the federal government to strengthen border security and channel importation through sea ports in order to enhance revenue generation, create jobs, and improve national security. The group, in a statement issued by its coordinator, Mr. Alabi Adesola, noted that directing import activities through sea ports could provide more than […]

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9 h. ago NCC, NGF strengthen partnership to accelerate broadband expansion

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive move to drive Nigeria’s digital transformation, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) Secretariat in Abuja, on Wednesday, August 20, reinforced a shared commitment to expanding broadband access, securing critical national information infrastructure (CNII), and advancing the digital economy across Nigeria’s states. In a […] The post NCC, NGF strengthen partnership to accelerate broadband expansion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Minister seeks agricultural revolution to halt Nigeria’s import dependency

Tribune Online Minister seeks agricultural revolution to halt Nigeria’s import dependency When the Naira slides, food and fuel costs climb. But when agriculture thrives, Nigeria breathes easier.... Minister seeks agricultural revolution to halt Nigeria’s import dependency Tribune Online

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9 h. ago IGP Mobilises Policemen From Abuja, Kaduna For Zamfara Assembly Supplementary Poll

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed an Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Gummel, and the Commissioner of Police in Kaduna State, CP Rabiu Muhammad, to Zamfara State, to monitor the supplementary election for Kaura-Namoda South State Constituency. Addressing police officers and other security agencies ahead of the exercise scheduled for August 21, […]

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10 h. ago Anambra Dismisses Eight Operatives Over Attack On Corps Member, Orders Prosecution

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, said that any officer of the outfit found guilty of misconduct would face immediate dismissal and prosecution. The post Anambra Dismisses Eight Operatives Over Attack On Corps Member, Orders Prosecution appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Female cleaner bags first class in Mathematics, shares success story

Ramoke Lasisi, a former cleaner at a Guarantee Trust Bank, has just bagged a Bachelor of Science degree (first-class honours) in Mathematics after graduating on a 4.94/5.00 CGPA from the University of Ilorin. The Uniilorin graduate shares her success story on her LinkedIn page on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Lasisi recalls her plight in securing […] The post Female cleaner bags first class in Mathematics, shares success story appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Students, Arrest Three Suspects In Ebonyi

The police said it is committed to protecting lives and property, and to sustaining the peace and security of the state. The post Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Students, Arrest Three Suspects In Ebonyi appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Anambra Government Fires Vigilantes Over NYSC Corps Member Assault, Demands Prosecution

The Anambra State Government Has Terminated Eight Operatives Of The Agunechemba Security Outfit Following The Brutal Assault And Public Stripping Of Female Corps Member, Miss Jennifer Elobor. Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s Special Adviser On Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, Announced The Dismissal At The Agency’s Headquarters In Awka On Wednesday. Emeakayi Stated That The Government Acted Swiftly […] The post Anambra Government Fires Vigilantes Over NYSC Corps Member Assault, Demands Prosecution appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Enugu Police Arrest Teenager, Accomplice Over Alleged Murder Of Toddler

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested an 18-year-old Obodoagu Ikediekpere Wisdom for alleged kidnapping and murder of his 5-year-old male cousin, Obodoagu Wisdom. Spokesman of the Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, who confirmed the arrest, disclosed that Wisdom’s accomplice, identified as 24-year-old Sunday Michael, a security guard at 9th Mile and native of Mayo-Belwa LGA […]

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14 h. ago Why Africa deserves two seats at UN security council – Tinubu at TICAD9

President Bola Tinubu has advocated for reforms at the United Nations (UN) to give Africa two seats on the Security Council. Tinubu made the appeal during his intervention at the plenary session on peace and stability during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan. He stated that Africa also deserves […] The post Why Africa deserves two seats at UN security council – Tinubu at TICAD9 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago At TICAD9: Tinubu Hails Nigeria’s Armed Forces Over Victories Against Terrorists

President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, in Yokohama, Japan, lauded the Nigerian Armed Forces for their successes in the war against insurgency and criminality while emphasising his administration’s commitment to addressing the root causes of insecurity through strengthening the government security apparatus and ongoing economic reforms. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President […]

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15 h. ago Anambra Security Agents Who Stripped Corps Member Naked Must Be Prosecuted — Lawyer

The lawyer, Cyrus Onu, said that the only way to make those responsible for the assault feel the consequences of their actions was to make them pay damages to the victim. The post Anambra Security Agents Who Stripped Corps Member Naked Must Be Prosecuted — Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Proliferation of special forces not healthy for national security – Col. Usman

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Security Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State, Col. Ahmed Usman (rtd), has warned that the increasing creation of special forces units across various security agencies in Nigeria could weaken rather than strengthen national security. Speaking with journalists in Abuja, Col. Usman expressed concern that the proliferation of elite teams […] The post Proliferation of special forces not healthy for national security – Col. Usman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Kwara gov hails Tinubu over arrest of top terrorists, synergy with state govts

Tribune Online Kwara gov hails Tinubu over arrest of top terrorists, synergy with state govts Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has commended President Bola Tinubu and security agencies for the recent arrest of top leaders of terrorist groups in the country, describing it as a strong indication of ongoing efforts to rid Nigeria of terrorism. Kwara gov hails Tinubu over arrest of top terrorists, synergy with state govts Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Anambra Security Agents Who Assaulted Corps Member Threatened To Rape, Kill Her – Lawyer

The lawyer, Cyrus Onu, who represents the victim, said the perpetrators must pay damages as there must be consequences for bad behaviour. The post Anambra Security Agents Who Assaulted Corps Member Threatened To Rape, Kill Her – Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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