43 h. ago Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched

By Chinenye Anuforo A cybersecurity incident has targeted MTN Group, leading to unauthorized access of personal information belonging to some customers across certain markets. The telecom giant, however, assures that its main operational structures, including network, billing, and financial platforms, are secure and fully functioning. The company also confirmed that its Nigerian operations were not […] The post Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Trump’s new tariff regime and Nigeria’s opportunity to rewrite the trade script

In the ever-evolving theatre of global trade, policy decisions taken in Washington can ripple across the globe—from Wall Street to read more Trump’s new tariff regime and Nigeria’s opportunity to rewrite the trade script

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65 h. ago “No Southern State Will Oppose Tinubu In 2027 Election” – Joe Igbokwe

  A prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will receive widespread backing from the southern region of Nigeria in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Thursday, Igbokwe asserted that Tinubu’s re-election bid will enjoy unanimous support across the South, regardless of the […] The post “No Southern State Will Oppose Tinubu In 2027 Election” – Joe Igbokwe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago ‘70% Shipment From Nigeria To US Returned Over Trump Tariff Policy’

Since the implementation of Donald Trump’s Tariff Policy, especially, on Africa, more than 70% of shipments sent from Nigeria to the U.S. via airport have either been refused entry or placed on hold. The chief commercial officer, AAJ Express Logistics Limited, Ini Daniel, who disclosed this yesterday, noted that this alarming trend has caused substantial […]

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3 d. ago Tariff turmoil pushes S&P 500 into turbulence following Trump’s return

The S&P 500 has seen sharp swings since Donald Trump’s return to the presidency in November 2024. After hitting a read more Tariff turmoil pushes S&P 500 into turbulence following Trump’s return

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4 d. ago “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has berated some northern politicians over the current state of the region, saying that they all failed to perform their duties. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV on Tuesday, Governor Sani noted that criticism of government should be rooted in the interest of the people, not driven by a quest […] The post “Northern Politicians Failed The Region, They’re Part Of Nigeria Problems” – Kaduna Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago How competition, importation can stimulate downstream sector

As the downstream oil and gas sector continues to face challenges of underperformance, infrastructure deficits, and low investment, industry experts read more How competition, importation can stimulate downstream sector

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5 d. ago Experts underscore resilience as key to overcome challenges in life, business

Industry experts have charged individuals and business owners to imbibe the spirit of resilience and the right mindset in order read more Experts underscore resilience as key to overcome challenges in life, business

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6 d. ago Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework

By Adewale Sanyaolu   The federal government and the United Kingdom are collaborating to enhance regulatory innovation and capacity development in Nigeria’s gas sector, with a focus on domestic utilisation, regional energy integration, gas-to-power projects, expansion of infrastructure through targeted investment and innovation, including pipelines and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) networks. The strategic partnership was […] The post Nigeria, UK seal pact to boost gas sector regulatory framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago China Seeks Global Alliance Against Trump Tariffs Amid Threat To Africa

Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has urged the international community to unite against the torrent of tariffs being imposed on several countries by United States President, Donald Trump, warning that the action could trigger global recession with dire consequences especially for Africa. The Chinese envoy made the call on […]

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9 d. ago Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Medical experts have expressed growing concern over the increasing threats to newborn and child health in Nigeria and across parts of West Africa, citing socio-economic and cultural challenges that continue to undermine survival rates. The warning was issued yesterday during a virtual media review on Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health in […] The post Experts raise concerns over child health challenges in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Okon Lagos Advises Tinubu To Exploit Global Trade Tensions Between US, China For Nigeria’s Economic Gain

Nollywood actor Ime Bishop Umoh, popularly known as Okon Lagos, has urged President Bola Tinubu to take advantage of the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. Last Wednesday, US President Donald Trump increased China’s tariff rates from 104 percent to 125 percent, while suspending tariffs for several other countries. In response, China […] The post Okon Lagos Advises Tinubu To Exploit Global Trade Tensions Between US, China For Nigeria’s Economic Gain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG to announce measures to cushion Trump’s tariffs on imported goods, soon, as Cutix bags NASME award

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has reacted to the United States (US) tariff imposition on imported goods, saying that it will soon announce a number of schemes to absorb the shock the tariff would cause. Speaking when Nigeria Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME) honoured the Chief Executive Officer of Cutix Plc, Ijeoma […] The post FG to announce measures to cushion Trump’s tariffs on imported goods, soon, as Cutix bags NASME award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Threaten Nigeria’s Oil Revenue — NMDPRA

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has raised the alarm over the potential threat posed to Nigeria’s oil revenue by renewed protectionist policies rolled out by United State President Donald Trump. NMDPRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, who addressed journalists at the State House on Tuesday, said Trump’s aggressive tariff regime targeting […]

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1 week ago Stocks rise as stability returns, autos lifted by exemption hope

Equities mostly rose Tuesday as some stability returned to markets after last week’s rollercoaster ride. Donald Trump’s possible compromise over steep tariffs on the sector boosted auto firms. However, the US president’s unorthodox approach to trade diplomacy continues to fuel uncertainty among investors, with speculation over new levies on high-end technology and pharmaceuticals dampening sentiment. Read More

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1 week ago UN Calls On Trump To Exempt Vulnerable Nations From Harsh Tariffs

The United Nations has appealed to former U.S. President Donald Trump to reconsider the blanket application of high tariffs on global trade, warning that such measures could severely damage the economies of some of the world’s most vulnerable nations. The call was made on Monday through the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), […] The post UN Calls On Trump To Exempt Vulnerable Nations From Harsh Tariffs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Goldman Sachs profit exceeds expectations, tech shares rally, lifting US stocks

Tech shares led US stocks early Monday following Trump administration tariff exemptions as Wall Street equities began the week on a positive note after last week’s volatility. US officials have listed tariff exemptions for smartphones, laptops, semiconductors and other electronic products for which China is a major source for optimism, lifting shares of Apple, Nvidia Read More

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1 week ago EXPLAINER: Understanding Trump’s tariff policy — and what it means for Nigeria

In a 1988 interview on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Donald Trump, then a 42-year-old real estate mogul with no formal political role, shared a vision that has shaped his presidency decades later. “I’d make our allies pay their fair share,” Trump said, accusing countries like Japan and Kuwait of taking advantage of the United States. Read More

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1 week ago “Trade war has no winners,” Xi tells Vietnam amid Trump’s tariff offensive

Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned that protectionism “leads nowhere” and that a trade war would have “no winners”, state media said, as he arrived in Vietnam on Monday on the first leg of a Southeast Asia tour. Xi will visit Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia on his first overseas trip of the year as Beijing seeks Read More

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