2 h. ago Tinubu congratulates Cardinal Robert Prevost, Pope Leo XIV for emerging 267th Bishop of Rome

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, the 267th Bishop of Rome and the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. Tinubu praised His Holiness Leo XIV for his historic election and leadership role According to a statement issued by Special […] The post Tinubu congratulates Cardinal Robert Prevost, Pope Leo XIV for emerging 267th Bishop of Rome appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Billionaire Bill Gates reveals plan to give away all his wealth

American tech billionaire Bill Gates has revealed his plan to give away all his wealth over the next two decades. The Microsoft founder, whose net worth is pegged at $108 billion, detailed his plan in what he called the final chapter of his career in an article published on his website on Thursday. Gates disclosed […] The post Billionaire Bill Gates reveals plan to give away all his wealth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago How Lagos became the beating heart of Nigeria’s private sector

Since the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria, many supporters of Bola Tinubu—Nigeria’s president and former governor of Lagos—have attributed the read more How Lagos became the beating heart of Nigeria’s private sector

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4 h. ago Senate Passes 2 Remaining Tax Reform Bills, Recommends Tax Tribunal

The Senate on Thursday passed the remaining two of President Bola Tinubu’s four tax reform bills, in a move widely hailed as a significant step toward modernising Nigeria’s fiscal system. The Nigeria Tax Administration Bill and the Nigeria Tax Bill were passed after a detailed clause-by-clause consideration during plenary, with contentious provisions removed. Senate President […]

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4 h. ago Senate approves final two tax reform bills proposed by President Tinubu

The Nigerian Senate has passed the final two tax reform bills put forward by President Bola Tinubu, completing the approval read more Senate approves final two tax reform bills proposed by President Tinubu

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4 h. ago Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has signed a law establishing five autonomous communities in Effium, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, to foster lasting peace amid a conflict between Effium indigenes and Ezza-Effium residents since January 2021. The clash, sparked by a leadership dispute at Effium Market, has claimed numerous lives and destroyed […] The post Nwifuru signs law creating five autonomous communities in Effium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Anyaoku, Emeka Offor, Ohanaeze Beg For Tinubu To Support Soludo’s Re

Former secretary-general of Commonwealth of Nations, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to support the re-election of the Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, in the upcoming November 8, 2025 governorship election. The 92-year-old distinguished diplomat and elder statesman made the request on Thursday when President Tinubu visited the state during which […]

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6 h. ago Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria on Thursday, May 8, urging strict enforcement of the Child Rights Act and related laws to ensure children’s safety and dignity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first regional meeting of Africa Pathfinder Countries […] The post Tinubu launches child protection plan, demands strict law enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam

By Gabriel Dike Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has sustained its academic excellence with nine law graduates achieving First Class Honours in the November 2024 Nigerian Law School Bar Part II final examination. Dr Joshua Suleiman, BU’s Director of Communication and Public Relations, announced that the results, released by the Council of Legal Education, […] The post Nine Babcock University law graduates earn First Class in 2024 Bar exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Edo govt demands Obi retract claims on 2024 governorship election

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Government, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, has rejected Peter Obi’s claims that the September 21, 2024, governorship election was not free and fair. In a statement issued by Chief Press Secretary Fred Itua, the government called Obi’s assertions unfounded and disrespectful to Edo voters’ democratic choice. The statement […] The post Edo govt demands Obi retract claims on 2024 governorship election appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi and Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Government plans to issue a N250 billion Sovereign Green Bond in October 2025, with a N50 billion bond scheduled for late May, Environment Minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal announced at the eighth Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Nigeria, the first African nation to launch a Sovereign Green […] The post Nigeria to issue N250 billion Green Bond in October 2025 – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu Demands Stiff Enforcement Of Child Rights Protection Laws

President Bola Tinubu has launched the National Action Plan on Ending Violence Against Children in Nigeria, with a call for stiff enforcement of the Child Rights Act and other child protection laws that guarantee the safety, dignity, and future of Nigerian children. He outlined practical steps being taken by his administration to achieve this, including […]

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10 h. ago Synoptic analysis of the Nigeria Data Protection Act – General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025

On March 20, 2025, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (“NDPC” or “the Commission”), pursuant to its powers in the Nigeria read more Synoptic analysis of the Nigeria Data Protection Act – General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025

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11 h. ago TECNO CAMON 40 Premier 5G: Power Meets Precision with MediaTek Dimensity 8350

The TECNO CAMON 40 Premier 5G is here — and it’s setting a new benchmark for mobile innovation with the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate processor at its core. Designed for users who demand speed, intelligence, and style in one device, the CAMON 40 Premier is the ultimate fusion of performance and premium design.   MediaTek […] The post TECNO CAMON 40 Premier 5G: Power Meets Precision with MediaTek Dimensity 8350 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago EmPLE endowment policy to help Nigerians plan for education, homeownership

emPLE Life Assurance Limited has unveiled an endowment policy called BETA Life, designed to empower Nigerians to grow their wealth, read more EmPLE endowment policy to help Nigerians plan for education, homeownership

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13 h. ago Air traffic in Africa surge as Middle East, N’America decline on capacity crunch

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, showing that African read more Air traffic in Africa surge as Middle East, N’America decline on capacity crunch

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13 h. ago NANTA deepens capacity to navigate demanding nature of travel trade business

Barely a few weeks after its successful 49th non-elective Annual General Meeting in Lagos, the leadership of the National Association read more NANTA deepens capacity to navigate demanding nature of travel trade business

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13 h. ago NSC Urges Sports Officers To Embrace New Vision For Sector Transformation

The chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has urged sports officers and professionals within the National Sports Federations to wholeheartedly embrace the Commission’s revitalised vision, which aims to reposition Nigeria’s sports sector in alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Mallam Dikko made this appeal while opening a two-day […]

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14 h. ago First Lady Supports Imo Govt Healthcare Policy With 100–Bed Facility

The Imo State governor,  Hope Uzodimma has stressed that his administration is committed to reducing maternal and child mortality linked to inadequate facilities and healthcare access. Uzodimma spoke  at the inauguration of the 100-bed Senator Oluremi Tinubu Mother and Child Centre in Awo-Omamma, Imo State, a project initiated by Nigeria’s first lady to boost the […]

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15 h. ago Osun APC Groups Demand Governorship Ticket For Osun West in 2026

As the 2026 gubernatorial race gathers momentum in Osun State, two major All Progressives Congress (APC) interest groups have called for the zoning of the governorship ticket to the Osun West Senatorial District. The groups cited decades of political marginalisation as the reason for the call. They said no fewer than 25,000 youths have been […]

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