31 m. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a platform, dubbed, ‘the NGF Investopedia,’ aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital.  Director of Media and Strategic Communications for the NGF, Yunusa Abdullahi, said the comprehensive initiative was designed to spotlight investment opportunities across […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 m. ago Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

Introduction: Fintech as Africa’s Economic Equaliser Across the African continent, millions of people still lack access to basic financial services: read more Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

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94 m. ago Don to FG: Make local language mandatory for varsity admission

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Stanislaus Orjighjigh Iyorza, a Professor of Media, Change and Development Communication at the University of Calabar, has called for the mandatory use of a local language for admission into Nigerian universities. He stated this while presenting the 142nd inaugural lecture of the University of Calabar on the topic: “Communicating Change and […] The post Don to FG: Make local language mandatory for varsity admission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NIPCO tasks employees on selfless service amid challenges in downstream sector

Amid challenges in the downstream sector of the economy, NIPCO Plc, an integrated downstream operator in Nigeria’s hydrocarbon industry, has tasked its employees to increase their efforts, as the organisation aims to be a leader in the oil and gas sector for the good of all stakeholders. Managing director/CEO of the company, Suresh Kumar, speaking […] The post NIPCO tasks employees on selfless service amid challenges in downstream sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   In a move aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s vast untapped economic potential and available global capital, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to launch a groundbreaking platform dubbed the NGF Investopedia.  The comprehensive initiative is designed to spotlight investment opportunities across all 36 states, transforming how subnational projects […] The post NGF set to launch ‘Investopedia’ platform to drive subnational investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago ‘Leave Tinubu Out Of Your EFCC Probe,’ APC Chieftain Tells Opposition 

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye has cautioned members of opposition parties against blackmailing President Bola Tinubu over their investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye maintained that ongoing investigations by the anti-graft agency on some former […]

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14 h. ago NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has emphasised the urgent need to safeguard Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, describing telecommunications as a national imperative and a cornerstone of the country’s stability, economy, and security. Speaking at the 2nd Edition of the Strategic Stakeholders Meeting of the Association of […] The post NCC pushes for stronger protection of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nigeria Deports 42 Foreign Cybercriminals Convicted By Court

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) on Sunday, deported 42 of the 192 Chinese and Philippine nationals convicted by the Federal High Court in Lagos of cyber terrorism and Ponzi scheme offences. The 42 foreign nationals were the first group to be deported from Nigeria following their arraignment and conviction by the Economic and Financial Crimes […]

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17 h. ago EFCC recovers over N5bn, $10m in refinery turnaround maintenance fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered more than N5 billion and $10 million from contractors and government read more EFCC recovers over N5bn, $10m in refinery turnaround maintenance fraud

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20 h. ago Public infrastructure and right of way acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and challenges

The provision of infrastructure is the backbone of economic growth, development, and competitiveness in any region. The delivery of essential read more Public infrastructure and right of way acquisition in Nigeria: Issues and challenges

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21 h. ago First Lady Partners Tony Elumelu Foundation On Women Empowerment

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has presented N25 million as financial support to 500 women in Bauchi State under her foundation, the ‘Renewed Hope Initiative’ as part of efforts to boost small scale businesses. The support under Women Economic Empowerment Programme of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), in partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, […]

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21 h. ago We’ll partner Bauchi Assembly to ensure success of government policies, programmes – Bogoro LG Chairman

Yakubu Lawi Sumi, chairman of Bogoro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has said the council would partner the State read more We’ll partner Bauchi Assembly to ensure success of government policies, programmes – Bogoro LG Chairman

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22 h. ago Unfair tax policies breeds resistance, economic instability – Varsity don

John Uzoma Ihendinihu, a professor of Accountancy and Taxation, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, has posited that things would read more Unfair tax policies breeds resistance, economic instability – Varsity don

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22 h. ago Empowering SMEs in Nigeria with cybersecurity best practices

Nigeria’s economy depends largely on small and medium-sized businesses, or SMEs. They sustain communities, provide employment, supply our goods and read more Empowering SMEs in Nigeria with cybersecurity best practices

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23 h. ago How untapped resources push North East economy backward as governors are torn apart by politics

The North East region of Nigeria has largely remained economically dependent on the country’s monthly federal allocation despite the availability read more How untapped resources push North East economy backward as governors are torn apart by politics

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24 h. ago FG Pledges Support As Transport Varsity Matriculates 529 Students

The federal government has pledged continued support for the Federal University of Transportation, Daura, as the institution matriculated 529 students for the 2024/2025 academic session yesterday. Minister of Transportation, Ahmed Alkali, who represented President Bola Tinubu at the ceremony, congratulated the Governing Council, Senate, staff and students of the insitution. He said President Tinubu was […]

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25 h. ago I’ve been betrayed by people I trust – Chinenye Uyanna, actress

By Rita Okoye Chinenye Uyanna is a talented Nigerian actress and producer, and a graduate of Economics and Political Science from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). With over 50 film credits to her name, Uyanna has undeniably paid her dues in Nollywood. In an interview with Sunday Sun, the stunning screen diva opens up […] The post I’ve been betrayed by people I trust – Chinenye Uyanna, actress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago How politics around port reforms hampers Nigeria’s economic growth

As Gov Eno’s hope on Ibom Deep seaport hangs in the balance Nigeria’s port system is a paradox of potential read more How politics around port reforms hampers Nigeria’s economic growth

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