4 h. ago CBN records N38.8bn profit in 2024, recovers from N1.15trn loss

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released its 2024 audited financial statements, reporting a profit after tax of N38.8 billion, a significant recovery from the N1.15 trillion loss in 2023. The turnaround was driven by a 225% surge in net unrealised foreign exchange revaluation gains, reaching N11.28 trillion, boosting total […] The post CBN records N38.8bn profit in 2024, recovers from N1.15trn loss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Tenth National Assembly Works For Nigerians, Not Just Executive – Sen. Eshilokun

Senator Wasiu Eshilokun, representing Lagos Central Senatorial District, has rejected claims that the 10th National Assembly merely serves as a rubber stamp for the executive. In a recent interview on Sunday, the lawmaker argued that such views are shaped by a small group of vocal critics and do not reflect the opinions of the majority […] The post Tenth National Assembly Works For Nigerians, Not Just Executive – Sen. Eshilokun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Arewa House in Kaduna will host Nigeria’s top dignitaries on Saturday, May 10, for the 10th Authentic News Daily Awards and Lecture, organised by the Kaduna-based media outlet Authentic News Daily. Amos Ebute Mathew, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, said in a statement that preparations for the event, starting at […] The post Oluremi Tinubu, Uba Sani, Uzodimma to attend 10th Authentic Awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Methodist Bishop Denies Assault, Abuse Of Priest In Cross River

The presiding Bishop of Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Atamunu, Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut has dismissed allegation of verbal abuse and physical assault on a priest, Rev. Victor Uloh. Rev. Oloh, a priest serving under in the diocese had accused the bishop of inhuman treatment and oppression. Reacting to the allegation in an interview with […]

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12 h. ago Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

Fishermen, sellers, others rake in millions of naira through fishing activities Rivers form a vital section of the economic backbone read more Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

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17 h. ago Nto canvasses sustenance of Okpara’s agriculture, industrial model for national devt

The Director of Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC), Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Dr Philips Nto, has canvassed the adoption of the agriculture and industrial model of the late Premier of Eastern Nigeria for accelerated national development. He said both the Federal Government and the states that make up the defunct Eastern Region need to […] The post Nto canvasses sustenance of Okpara’s agriculture, industrial model for national devt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS

By Billy Graham, Abel Yola   Chief of Staff to the Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Dr. Edgar Amos, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled,“Fintiri […] The post Fintiri above religious, ethnic, gender politics – Gov’s COS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago CBN to remit 80% profit as financial instruments hit 24.27trn

…Says currency printing, related costs gulp ₦238m By Chinwendu Obienyi In what may be turned a complete rebound from last year’s dismal performance, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that it will remit 80 per cent of its 2024 profit to the Federal Government in line with the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2011. The […] The post CBN to remit 80% profit as financial instruments hit 24.27trn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Tinubu inaugurates mechanization centre in Katsina to boost agribusiness

President Bola Tinubu on Friday inaugurated Katsina State Agricultural Mechanisation Centre, where 400 brand new tractors and supporting implements were read more Tinubu inaugurates mechanization centre in Katsina to boost agribusiness

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30 h. ago I never called Nigerians Gullible and hungry, Natasha denies

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has denied explosive allegations made against her during a Facebook read more I never called Nigerians Gullible and hungry, Natasha denies

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30 h. ago Facial Deformity: Foundation Seeks Public Support For Abuja Craniofacial Hospital For Indigent Patients

  The Executive Director of Cleft and Facial Deformity Foundation (CFDF), Dr. Seidu Bello, has called for public support towards the completion of the proposed Abuja Craniofacial Hospital, a specialized centre intended to provide free surgeries to indigent patients suffering from facial deformities. At the launch of CFDF’s 29th free surgical mission held on Saturday […]

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30 h. ago Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition

By Billy Graham Abel, Yola Dr. Edgar Amos, the chief of staff to the Adamawa state governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has debunked the spurious claims among opposition groups and their social media agents, alleging that the governor has a hidden bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement he titled […] The post Gov. Fintiri above religious, ethnic, and gender politics — Dr. Edgar Amos, Adamawa COS fires at opposition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago CBN’s N9.4trn FX revaluation loss wipes out 2024 operating gains

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recorded a historic N498.2 billion loss in 2024, driven primarily by a N9.4 trillion read more CBN’s N9.4trn FX revaluation loss wipes out 2024 operating gains

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40 h. ago Akpabio: Senator Natasha Denounces Duru’s Claims In Viral Video As False, Manipulated

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has distanced herself from the claims made by one Sandra Duru in a viral Facebook video on May 1, 2025, describing them as “entirely untrue” and “most manipulated.” In a statement issued to journalists on Friday in Abuja, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan said the Facebook livestream, which included audio elements purporting […]

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40 h. ago Finding the root causes of insecurity is the sustainable means of addressing it – Adebayo

Recently, the spate of insecurity and continued killings in Plateau and Benue States has attracted the attention of prominent politicians read more Finding the root causes of insecurity is the sustainable means of addressing it – Adebayo

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42 h. ago I contracted herpes virus by holding karaoke mic too close to my mouth, woman alleges

A woman from Zhejiang, China, has claimed that she caught the herpes virus by holding the microphone too close to her mouth at a karaoke lounge. The unnamed woman took to Douyin (China’s version of TikTok) to share the story of how she became infected with the HSV-1 virus, which usually causes cold sores around […] The post I contracted herpes virus by holding karaoke mic too close to my mouth, woman alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago CBN: Winning war against exchange rate gaps, FX speculations

By Michael Nwadike The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has activated market-driven pricing for the naira, significantly enhancing transparency and restoring investor confidence. With disciplined reforms and policy clarity, the naira has stabilized at a more sustainable level against the U.S. dollar. The once-wide gap between the official and parallel market rates has all but […] The post CBN: Winning war against exchange rate gaps, FX speculations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has denied claims by United States-based activist, Sandra Duru, that she offered her N200 million to frame Senate President Godswill Akpabio in a case of organ harvesting. Reacting to a May 1, 2025, Facebook livestream in which Duru, also known as Professor Mgbeke, made […] The post Akpabio: Natasha denies N200m bribery allegation, alleges manipulation by activist appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja

Operatives of Nigeria Police Force have rescued two kidnapped Ghanaian nationals and arrested some suspects, operating across international borders. It was gathered that the development is coming, following a report filed with the National Central Bureau in Abuja on April 27, 2025, over the kidnap of one Anastasia Arthur aka Baidoo, a 48-year-old Ghanaian national. […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

48 h. ago Alaka, Okedara, others to speak on legal challenges facing journalists

Monturayo Alaka, executive director/CEO, Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism, and Solomon Okedara, one of the brightest legal minds in read more Alaka, Okedara, others to speak on legal challenges facing journalists

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