2 h. ago ECN, UNIDO Launch Initiative To Strengthen Energy Mgt Frameworks

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), has launched a new Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) Database to strengthen national frameworks for energy management and support industries in adopting international best practices. Speaking at a national sensitisation workshop held in Lagos, the director general of the Energy […]

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2 h. ago Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Christian organisation has appealed to the Federal Government to maintain Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic ties with Israel, describing the partnership as vital for national development, security, and global peace. The Christians United for Israel Prayer Outreach, Nigeria, made the appeal in response to recent calls for the suspension of relations […] The post Christian organisation urges FG to sustain Nigeria–Israel ties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn smuggled goods in South West

By Steve Agbota The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), yesterday said it arrested 13 suspects with N3.145 billion smuggled goods in the South West of the country. The intercepted items include: petrol, seven truckloads of rice, used cars, cannabis sativa, used clothes and other contraband. The Customs Comptroller, […] The post Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn smuggled goods in South West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn worth of smuggled goods in South West

By Steve Agbota The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, said it arrested 13 suspects with N3.145 billion worth of smuggled goods in the South West of the country. The intercepted items include petrol, seven truckloads of rice, used cars, cannabis sativa, used clothes and other contraband. […] The post Customs arrests 13 suspects with N3.145bn worth of smuggled goods in South West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

The United States has approved a potential $346 million arms deal with Nigeria, aimed at enhancing the West African nation’s read more US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

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51 h. ago COP30: Seek green investments, not climate handouts, expert tells FG

From Idu Jude, Abuja As the world prepares for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, Nigeria and other African nations have been advised to abandon the habit of soliciting climate aid and instead position themselves as prime destinations for green economy investment. Professor George Nwangwu, Director-General of the Global Centre […] The post COP30: Seek green investments, not climate handouts, expert tells FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students

Nigerian students in the United States have been warned by the embassy in Nigeria to adhere to the rules of their visa or risk losing their study privilege. The warning was given on Wednesday in a statement on X as part of efforts to remind international students of the consequences of failing to maintain their […] The post Your visa may be revoked if you skip classes – US to Nigerian students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Digital literacy: IHS partner UNICEF to train 100 Abia teachers

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Over 100 Abia school teachers have been trained by IHS Nigeria limited in  partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) under its School Connectivity programme. The programme, supported by the Abia State Government, saw to the training of heads of Schools and teachers drawn from 50 Public Schools in the […] The post Digital literacy: IHS partner UNICEF to train 100 Abia teachers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigerians need to embrace care homes to nurture their elderly — Motilayo Omoniyi

Tribune Online Nigerians need to embrace care homes to nurture their elderly — Motilayo Omoniyi Motilayo Abisola Omoniyi (née Olapade Agoro), the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Angy Care Health Foundation, a registered charity, both in the United Kingdom and Nigeria, is a practical nurse based in the United Kingdom and is passionate about charity works. In this interview with ADEOLA OJO, on her charity mission in Nigeria […] Nigerians need to embrace care homes to nurture their elderly — Motilayo Omoniyi Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Adeyinka Betting Allegation: NANPF Demands Fair Play, Justice

In a passionate appeal grounded in fairness and justice, the National Association of Nigerian Professional Footballers (NANPF) has called on the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to exercise caution and uphold due process in handling the recent betting allegation against suspended Plateau United goalkeeper Adewale Adeyinka. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NPFL […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria commits strong support to Hassan, First UN Global advocate for peace

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Nigerian government has pledged unwavering support to Maryam Bukar Hassan, Nigeria’s newly appointed United Nations Global Advocate for Peace, in her mission to advance peace and unity worldwide. Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking on Monday in Abuja, lauded Maryam — a Nigerian spoken word artist and peace advocate — […] The post Nigeria commits strong support to Hassan, First UN Global advocate for peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NPFL Suspends Plateau Utd Goalkeeper Over Alleged Betting Activity

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has suspended Plateau United goalkeeper Adewale Adeyinka over his alleged involvement in betting activities. The allegation was made against Adeyinka by his club, Plateau United. “We write to inform you of the immediate suspension of your registration as a player in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). This is due […]

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7 d. ago Obi, Mohammed push for united opposition to challenge Tinubu, build enduring political party

By Paul Orude, Bauchi Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has called on all opposition parties in Nigeria to unite and work towards building a formidable political party that will defeat the ruling nAll Progressives Congress (APC)  and outlive current political actors. Obi made the call […] The post Obi, Mohammed push for united opposition to challenge Tinubu, build enduring political party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Only one in three babies exclusively breastfed in Nigeria —UNICEF

Tribune Online Only one in three babies exclusively breastfed in Nigeria —UNICEF The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says that only one out of every three babies is exclusively breastfed for up to six months in Nigeria. UNICEF’s Chief of Enugu Field Office, Mrs Juliet Chiluwe, said this while addressing newsmen in a virtual meeting in Owerri on Thursday.  The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that […] Only one in three babies exclusively breastfed in Nigeria —UNICEF Tribune Online

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8 d. ago United Nigeria Airlines partners Medplus to offer exclusive fares, health incentives

By Chinelo Obogo United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has partnered with Medplus to provide access to exclusive flight discounts, wellness incentives, and seamless travel-health experiences to customers. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Lagos this week where the airline’s Chief Operating Officer,  Mazi Osita Okonkwo, described the partnership as a business-to-business collaboration driven by […] The post United Nigeria Airlines partners Medplus to offer exclusive fares, health incentives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria, Uganda unite on data protection for digital economy

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria and Uganda are deepening regional cooperation on data protection and privacy in a bid to strengthen Africa’s digital economy and boost investor confidence. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) on Tuesday hosted a high-level delegation from Uganda’s Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO) in Abuja on a strategic study visit aimed […] The post Nigeria, Uganda unite on data protection for digital economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago NDLEA, India’s NCB unite to curb tramadol, codeine smuggling

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) of India have joined efforts to fight against the shipment of illicit drugs between the two countries, especially the illegal flow of tramadol and codeine-based syrup to Nigeria from the South Asian country. This was part of agreements […] The post NDLEA, India’s NCB unite to curb tramadol, codeine smuggling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago UAE, Nigeria relations strengthen as trade, investment flourish

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Federal Republic of Nigeria continue to deepen bilateral ties through strengthened trade, economic read more UAE, Nigeria relations strengthen as trade, investment flourish

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1 week ago Sanusi lists poor infrastructure, smuggling, and weak copyright laws as major threats to Nigeria’s textile revival

Muhammadu Sanusi, emir of Kano and chairman of United Textile Company Limited (UNTL), says Nigeria’s textile industry is being crippled read more Sanusi lists poor infrastructure, smuggling, and weak copyright laws as major threats to Nigeria’s textile revival

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1 week ago ‘Nigeria’s digital economy will empower citizens, bridge divides, drive unity’

Tribune Online ‘Nigeria’s digital economy will empower citizens, bridge divides, drive unity’ MR Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to deepening digital literacy, accelerating innovation, and expanding technology infrastructure as key drivers of the economy. Inuwa said this while delivering an address at the 2-Day Interactive Session on Government–Citizens Engagement, organised by the Sir […] ‘Nigeria’s digital economy will empower citizens, bridge divides, drive unity’ Tribune Online

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