54 m. ago Stanbic IBTC Signs CNY800m Loan Partnership With China Development Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank, has signed a three-year, CNY800 million term loan agreement with China Development Bank (CDB). This landmark facility, executed under the strategic collaboration framework between the  Standard Bank Group (SBG) and CDB, marks a significant milestone in deepening financial cooperation between Africa and China. The facility underscores Stanbic IBTC Bank’s direct access to […]

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58 m. ago Helicopter Landing Levy Introduced To Develop Infrastructure, Says Expert

The newly introduced $300 helicopter landing levy by the federal government will develop aviation infrastructure that will aid air navigation purposes and operations, an aviation expert, Mr. Tai Ejibunu has said. Ejibunu, a former Director, Air Transport Management,  Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, on Tuesday, said the levy, which is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s […]

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5 h. ago Oyegun blames APC for nation’s rising insecurity, hunger, gets ADC card in Edo

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie Oyegun, yesterday, blamed the ruling party for the hunger and starvation in the country. He also blamed the APC led- government for its inability to tackle the rising insecurity in the country, especially in Benue and other states, saying […] The post Oyegun blames APC for nation’s rising insecurity, hunger, gets ADC card in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill

By Adesuwa Tsan Prince Tonye Princewill was once the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of Action Congress and Labour Party but resigned from active party politics in order to focus on other interests. Last week, he was appointed Chairman, Board of Trustees for University of Port Harcourt alumni, and at the fringes of his inauguration, he […] The post Why Tinubu should’nt underestimate Nigerians – Tonye Princewill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Helicopter landing levy aimed at infrastructure boost –Expert

An aviation expert and former Director, Air Transport Management,  Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Tai Ejibunu, has described the newly introduced helicopter landing levy by the federal government as a strategy to fund aviation infrastructure that will ultimately boost aid air navigation and better flight operations. Ejibunu, who made the disclosure in a […] The post Helicopter landing levy aimed at infrastructure boost –Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Nigeria, China mark Youth Skills Day with push for AI, digital empowerment

In celebration of World Youth Skills Day (WYSD) 2025, the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) is pushing for stronger Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital skills development initiatives. The push underscores the cooperation between Nigeria and China and highlights a shared vision for a digitally inclusive and innovation-driven future. With the global theme, “Youth Empowerment Through AI […] The post Nigeria, China mark Youth Skills Day with push for AI, digital empowerment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NULGE: Oyo labour leaders drum support for Adeogun’s reelection

Tribune Online NULGE: Oyo labour leaders drum support for Adeogun’s reelection “We are not new to this struggle. We are a tested team that has..." NULGE: Oyo labour leaders drum support for Adeogun’s reelection Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has launched a scathing response to Senator Ireti Kingibe’s recent criticism of the transformation under his boss’s stewardship. Olayinka accused the Senator of being “blinded by the spirit of impending […] The post Wike’s aide Olayinka accuses Kingibe of blindness to FCT development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Enugu rejigs facilities to host 2026 national sports festival

The Enugu State Government has reaffirmed its readiness to host the 2026 National Sports Festival, with major infrastructural upgrades already read more Enugu rejigs facilities to host 2026 national sports festival

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18 h. ago Nwifuru swaps three commissioners, issues six months warning to two 

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru has redeployed three commissioners in his cabinet in a minor cabinet reshuffle. In the reshufflement, the state Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Jude Okpor was redeployed to the ministry of Rural Development while Chief Ikeuwa Omebe who was in charge of the ministry, was redeployed […] The post Nwifuru swaps three commissioners, issues six months warning to two  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Northern Governors arrive Katsina to pay last respects to Former President Buhari

As Governor Yahaya Leads NSGF Delegation to Funeral Prayer From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State and Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has led his colleagues to Katsina State, to pay their last respects to Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari. Governor Yahaya arrived in Katsina on Tuesday afternoon, […] The post Northern Governors arrive Katsina to pay last respects to Former President Buhari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Oyo rule of law agency tries 9000 persons for environmental, traffic offences

…We’re working hard to ensure observance of rule of law in Oyo – OYRLEA Chairperson The Oyo State Rule of read more Oyo rule of law agency tries 9000 persons for environmental, traffic offences

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20 h. ago Makinde to lead dignitaries at 7th Young Artists Arts Hub competition

Tribune Online Makinde to lead dignitaries at 7th Young Artists Arts Hub competition Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, will lead notable dignitaries at the 7th Young Artists Art Hub competition among the 20 secondary schools in Ibadan. The competition, which is being put together by thevYoung Artists Art Hub School Competition in conjunction with the National Museum of Unity, will hold on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the […] Makinde to lead dignitaries at 7th Young Artists Arts Hub competition Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Stanbic IBTC secures CNY800m term loan agreement with China Development Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has successfully signed a 3-year, CNY800 million term loan agreement with read more Stanbic IBTC secures CNY800m term loan agreement with China Development Bank

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22 h. ago ‘Remember Buhari As Good Man, Not For 8 Years As President’, Bishop Kukah Tells Nigerians

Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah has called on Nigerians to view the legacy of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari beyond his two-term presidency but to remember his broader contributions to the nation’s development. Bishop Kukah, in a telephone interview, described Buhari as a “good man” who served Nigeria in various capacities […]

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25 h. ago Housing Ministry Develops National Skills Acquisition Programme

In its bid to create a strategic response to the deepening shortage of skilled artisans in Nigeria’s construction sector, the federal ministry of housing and urban development has formally designed and presented the National Artisan Skills Acquisition Programme (NASAP). The minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who made the presentation at […]

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25 h. ago Telecom Users Lament Rising Costs, Failing Networks Amid Proposed $1bn Infrastructure Investment

Nigerians are groaning over worsening telecommunications service even as the country’s major mobile network operators prepare to roll out a $1 billion infrastructure upgrade aimed at reversing the decline. Across cities and rural communities, complaints of dropped calls, failed transaction alerts, slow data speeds, and outright network blackouts have intensified in the current year, despite […]

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26 h. ago FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development

Tribune Online FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development The Federal Government and Qatar Charity have agreed to collaborate on implementing humanitarian interventions, programmes and development initiatives that meet local needs. Signed in Doha last week by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, on behalf of the federal government, and the Charity’s Chief Global Operations Officer, Mr Nawaf Abdullah Al-Hammadi, […] FG, Qatar Charity sign cooperation agreement on viable development Tribune Online

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26 h. ago ‘Makinde’s Has Established 21 Institutions To Boost Efficiency In Governance’

Oyo State commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has defended Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration, citing 21 of the legacy projects of the current administration which are rooted in strong institutions. Oyelade said different agencies have been established since 2019 to boost government efficiency. He stated this while receiving the management of Dominion Television, […]

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27 h. ago NDDC projects have emerged only sign of government presence in most communities – MD at 25th anniversary

The significant summery of the 25 years existence of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) seems to be that its read more NDDC projects have emerged only sign of government presence in most communities – MD at 25th anniversary

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