6 d. ago Wike investigates unauthorised subcontracting of ICC furniture renovation, threatens sanctions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike expressed dismay on Wednesday over the unauthorised subcontracting of the furniture installation for the ₦39 billion International Conference Centre (ICC) renovation in Abuja. During an inspection of the ICC and the N16 road project in Gishiri, Wike discovered that the furniture contract, originally awarded […] The post Wike investigates unauthorised subcontracting of ICC furniture renovation, threatens sanctions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Wike Summons FCTA Officials, Contractor For Outsourcing ICC Project

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has called for an urgent meeting with senior officials from his administration and representatives of Julius Berger, the contractor handling the rehabilitation of the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja. The directive followed allegations that a part of the contract was outsourced to another company without the […]

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1 week ago Yoruba group rejects Sharia Law in South West, calls for restructuring

A pro–Yoruba nation independent organisation, Yoruba One Voice (YOV) has insisted that for Nigeria to witness true development, its continued existence must be anchored on regional autonomy. This was the high point of a communique issued by the group at its international conference, with the theme, “Sharia Law in Yorubaland: Setting Things Straight through Restructuring.” […] The post Yoruba group rejects Sharia Law in South West, calls for restructuring appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NOG Energy Week 2025 to accelerate Africa’s integration into global energy value chain

The 24th edition of NOG Energy Week will help to advance conversations on raising African stakes in global energy industry. Themed ‘Accelerating Global Energy Progress through Investment, Partnerships and Innovation’, the event is scheduled to hold from 29 June to 3 July 2025, at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja. It will bring together leaders, […] The post NOG Energy Week 2025 to accelerate Africa’s integration into global energy value chain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Enugu set to host NBA at the newly opened international conference centre

Enugu State government is very ready to host lawyers to their 2025 annual conference, which the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) read more Enugu set to host NBA at the newly opened international conference centre

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2 w. ago Gambia’s Joof urges Africa to leverage international law for trade growth

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Gambia’s Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Hon. Baboucarr Ousmaila Joof, has called for prioritising international law to enhance regional and global trade. Speaking at the 8th Annual Conference of the International Law Association (ILA) Nigerian Branch at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, on April 12–13, Joof emphasised the African […] The post Gambia’s Joof urges Africa to leverage international law for trade growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ibukun Awosika’s Dubai 2025 summit emphasises women’s economic power

The 2025 International Woman Leadership Conference (TIWLC) concluded its Dubai edition with a strong focus on the economic imperative of read more Ibukun Awosika’s Dubai 2025 summit emphasises women’s economic power

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3 w. ago Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (GITFiC) has called on African nations to respond collectively to the sweeping reciprocal read more Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

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3 w. ago Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth

By Chukwuma Umeorah Access Bank Plc, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity.  Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that […] The post Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems

Tribune Online UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems The University of Calabar (UNICAL) is preparing to host the 26th Annual International Conference of the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE) for its Nigeria chapter from 21 to 24 October 2025. UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Access Bank, Stakeholders Champion Women’s Economic Inclusion

Access Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s vice president, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity. Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference held in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that gender inclusivity is […]

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4 w. ago EU border policies killing migrants, activist Andrea Stäritz

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At Sixth International Conference on Development and Communication in Africa, themed, “Japa: Communicating Migration, Diaspora and Africa’s Development,” Andrea Stäritz, a Berlin-based activist with borderline-europe, delivered a powerful critique of the European Union’s border policies, calling them the root cause of migrants’ deaths in the Sahara and Mediterranean. Speaking virtually, at […] The post EU border policies killing migrants, activist Andrea Stäritz appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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