3 h. ago FG Targets $74bn Agriculture Growth With New Livestock Policy

The Federal Government has moved to validate the National Animal Feed and Fodder Policy as part of a broader strategy to grow Nigeria’s agricultural sector from $32 billion to $74 billion by 2035. Speaking at the official flag-off of the policy validation workshop in Abuja, the minister of livestock development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, said the […]

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10 h. ago NSIA eyes sustainable income growth despite global market headwinds

…says impressive 2024 financials driven by cost efficiency, strategic risk management The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) is charting a read more NSIA eyes sustainable income growth despite global market headwinds

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13 h. ago Cargo traffic returns as TTP, agents tackle ticket racketeers

By Steve Agbota As cargo traffic returns to Tin Can and Apapa ports, Trucks Transit Park (TTP) Limited, the Nigeria Customs Service and licensed agents have moved to tackle the black market and racketeers of the Eto call-up system. Findings by TheSun.ng showed that there is rampant racketeering surrounding the Eto e-call-up system, causing persistent […] The post Cargo traffic returns as TTP, agents tackle ticket racketeers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Disregard fraudulent messages in circulation – JAMB tells students 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) wishes to inform the public particularly candidates that registered for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) about the circulation of false, misleading, and criminal messages targeting the candidates. JAMB spokesman, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, in a statement, on Wednesday, informed the candidates that the messages […] The post Disregard fraudulent messages in circulation – JAMB tells students  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FG to announce measures to cushion Trump’s tariffs on imported goods, soon, as Cutix bags NASME award

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has reacted to the United States (US) tariff imposition on imported goods, saying that it will soon announce a number of schemes to absorb the shock the tariff would cause. Speaking when Nigeria Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME) honoured the Chief Executive Officer of Cutix Plc, Ijeoma […] The post FG to announce measures to cushion Trump’s tariffs on imported goods, soon, as Cutix bags NASME award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years

…Begs youths to stay, contribute to nation’s growth From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a new national initiative aimed at creating at least 2.5 million sustainable jobs within two years and transforming the Ministry of Labour and Employment into a job-creating powerhouse. Tinubu, at […] The post Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago BIC focuses on driving innovation, business models to deliver values – Amahwe

In an economy where consumer expectations are shifting as fast as market dynamics, staying ahead of the curve is no read more BIC focuses on driving innovation, business models to deliver values – Amahwe

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20 h. ago FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has intensified its clampdown on deceptive market practices, uncovering a growing trend read more FCCPC raids markets over sale of repackaged local rice as foreign brands

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21 h. ago NSDC, SINOMACH Seal $1bn Deal To Boost Nigeria’s Sugar Industry

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s state-owned conglomerate, SINOMACH, to develop a large-scale sugarcane cultivation and processing project in Nigeria with a target capacity of one million metric tonnes of sugar. The agreement, which is an early outcome of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership championed by […]

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21 h. ago ‘Abia Govt’s Planned Export Promotion Hub At Advanced Stage’

Abia State government’s plans to establish an export promotion hub in the state to increase its participation in international trade has reached an advanced stage. The special adviser to the governor on Trade, Commerce and Industry, Nwaka Inem stated this, yesterday, while speaking to LEADERSHIP in Umuahia, the state capital. Nwaka had attended the inauguration, […]

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28 h. ago Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Across the world, political leaders embark on foreign trips to strengthen diplomatic relationships with other countries, and in the process strengthen their economic and security interests. These foreign trips take the forms of conferences, seminars and peer reviews, among others. In most cases, the cost of such trips is not available […] The post Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) on Tuesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, aiming to tackle unemployment and equip Nigerians with skills for the global economy. The initiative targets 2.5 million direct and indirect jobs annually. Shettima, in a statement by his media […] The post Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Report illegal revenue collectors to police, Adeleke tells market leaders 

The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has charged leaders of various markets in the state to report activities of those collecting illegal revenue from them to the police. Adeleke disclosed that the intention of those involved in the act was to create an atmosphere of chaos in the state. Osun State Government and the opposition, Read More

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34 h. ago BAT Marketing Nigeria wins award for diversity, equity, inclusion

BAT Marketing Nigeria has received a prestigious award from Commonwealth Business Women Africa (CBW-Africa) at the 2025 CBW-Africa Summit in read more BAT Marketing Nigeria wins award for diversity, equity, inclusion

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34 h. ago SEDC: Igniting an economic renaissance in Nigeria’s southeast

Envision a Southeast Region unique in its bustling markets, lush agricultural landscapes, state-of-the-art industrial hubs, and vibrant entrepreneurial ventures. When read more SEDC: Igniting an economic renaissance in Nigeria’s southeast

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34 h. ago FCCPC seals Abuja shops for selling local rice repackaged as foreign

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission on Tuesday raided Utako Market in Abuja, sealing several shops over alleged deceptive sales of local rice re-bagged and sold as popular foreign brands. The operation, which was carried out with the support of police officers and other security personnel, targeted traders allegedly involved in passing off locally Read More

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36 h. ago ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal

From Chukwuma Umeorah The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) have emphasised that transparent corporate reporting is vital for attracting both local and foreign investors to Nigeria’s capital market. This was highlighted at the second ICAN-NGX Corporate Reporting Award in Lagos on Tuesday, which honoured listed companies excelling […] The post ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Threaten Nigeria’s Oil Revenue — NMDPRA

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has raised the alarm over the potential threat posed to Nigeria’s oil revenue by renewed protectionist policies rolled out by United State President Donald Trump. NMDPRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, who addressed journalists at the State House on Tuesday, said Trump’s aggressive tariff regime targeting […]

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42 h. ago Breaking Barriers: Permate’s Innovative Approach to Vietnam’s Affiliate Market

Innovative Disruption in Affiliate Marketing The current state of affairs in affiliate marketing is being challenged by a new force read more Breaking Barriers: Permate’s Innovative Approach to Vietnam’s Affiliate Market

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43 h. ago Stocks rise as stability returns, autos lifted by exemption hope

Equities mostly rose Tuesday as some stability returned to markets after last week’s rollercoaster ride. Donald Trump’s possible compromise over steep tariffs on the sector boosted auto firms. However, the US president’s unorthodox approach to trade diplomacy continues to fuel uncertainty among investors, with speculation over new levies on high-end technology and pharmaceuticals dampening sentiment. Read More

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