78 m. ago Recapitalisation drive triggers N783bn fund hunt in banking sector

…Mergers, investor talks intensify By Chinwendu Obienyi The capital shortfall facing Nigerian commercial banks has narrowed to N783.4 billion. This follows the successful recapitalisation of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, which has deepened investor confidence and sparked renewed speculation about possible mergers and acquisitions ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) 2026 deadline. Daily Sun, on […] The post Recapitalisation drive triggers N783bn fund hunt in banking sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FIFA CWC: PSG Humiliate Real Madrid To Set Up Final Clash With Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain produced a stunning 4-0 thrashing of LaLiga giants, Real Madrid to set up a Club World Cup final against winners of UEFA Conference League, Chelsea. Luis Enrique’s side delivered another performance which gives them the chance to conclude an incredible season with a world title at New York’s MetLife Stadium on Sunday. The […] The post FIFA CWC: PSG Humiliate Real Madrid To Set Up Final Clash With Chelsea appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago IMBIL Telecom gets global certification, strengthens Nigeria’s ICT sector

Tribune Online IMBIL Telecom gets global certification, strengthens Nigeria’s ICT sector IN recognition of its lofty standards and excellent services, IT services provider, IMBIL Telecom Solutions Nigeria Ltd, has received the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). By the certification, IMBIL Telecom is now in pole position to attract enterprise clients, public sector agencies, and international partners seeking secure and standards-compliant telecom solutions. […] IMBIL Telecom gets global certification, strengthens Nigeria’s ICT sector Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 10th Women Africa Cup of Nations: Super Falcons pounce on Botswana

Group leader, Nigeria will fancy its chances of scooping the three points against Botswana in Casablanca today, in the second match of the determined campaign to win a 10th Women Africa Cup of Nations title. The Super Falcons wasted little sweat in dispatching Tunisia’s senior girls 3-0 in their first match of the campaign, and […] The post 10th Women Africa Cup of Nations: Super Falcons pounce on Botswana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos

Tribune Online FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Deutsche Bank acted as Global Coordinator, Initial Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner, and participated in the syndicate alongside other regional and international lenders. FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Revised US Visa Policy On Nigerian Travellers Uncalled For, Says Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concerns over the decision of the United States Government to slam a revised visa policy on Nigerians, stressing that the decision was not in consonance with the principles of reciprocity. It noted that the US revised visa policy was at variance with principles of reciprocity, equity, and mutual […]

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10 h. ago IMF commends FIRS over positive reforms, significant progress on core duties

Says, ‘agency has made significant progress’ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) over read more IMF commends FIRS over positive reforms, significant progress on core duties

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10 h. ago Ekiti 2026: PDP remains credible platform to defeat APC — Aspirant

Tribune Online Ekiti 2026: PDP remains credible platform to defeat APC — Aspirant The governorship aspirant of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 Governorship election in Ekiti State, Dr Wole Oluyede has appealed to members of the party to remain united and committed to the success of the PDP in the next year's poll. Ekiti 2026: PDP remains credible platform to defeat APC — Aspirant Tribune Online

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10 h. ago PICTORIAL: Remi Tinubu, Other First Ladies Meet In US, Seek Women, Youth Empowerment

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has joined her counterparts from other global regions to map out ways in which their leadership can ensure the changing world does so in the right direction. Speaking at the 3rd Annual Global First Ladies Alliance Academy in New York, Senator Tinubu noted that getting around the […]

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10 h. ago Tottenham Agree To Sign Mohammed Kudus For £55m From West Ham

Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United for a fee of around £55million ($74.7m). A medical is scheduled to take place on Thursday ahead of Kudus signing a six-year contract at the north London club. Confirming the imminent deal, football transfer expert David Ornstein wrote on his X […]

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12 h. ago Smartcomply Academy Earns Global Accreditation, Establishing a New World

Smartcomply Academy, the capacity-development arm of leading African cybersecurity firm Smartcomply, today announced it has achieved full accreditation as a read more Smartcomply Academy Earns Global Accreditation, Establishing a New World-Class Standard for Certification in Africa

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12 h. ago Lyon’s Relegation To Ligue 2 Overturned, Club To Remain In Ligue 1

In a significant development for French football, Olympique Lyon’s relegation to Ligue 2 has been overturned, ensuring the club’s participation in Ligue 1 for the upcoming season. The decision, made by the DNCG (Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion), marks a crucial turnaround for the seven-time Ligue 1 champions. Confirming the Lyon’s reinstatement on his […]

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13 h. ago UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed stringent new entry restrictions on Nigerian travellers, tightening access to one of the read more UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

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14 h. ago What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians

Tribune Online What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians Nigerians planning trips to the US and the UAE now face stricter visa requirements and policy changes that could make international travel more complicated What to know as US, UAE tighten visa restrictions on Nigerians Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Osimhen’s transfer delaying Morata’s departure from Galatasaray – Romano

By Seyi Babalola Alvaro Morata’s departure from Galatasaray is being delayed by the club’s attempt to sign Victor Osimhen on a permanent basis. Como have almost reached an agreement for Morata to depart the Turkish champions. However, the Spaniard will not be allowed to leave Istanbul until the club is ready to sign a striker. […] The post Osimhen’s transfer delaying Morata’s departure from Galatasaray – Romano appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago NIPR partners with Nasarawa State to establish groundbreaking varsity of public relations and leadership

• indigenes to get 20 annual scholarship slots From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a landmark move set to transform leadership education in Africa, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nasarawa State Government to establish the University of Public Relations and Leadership (UPRL).  The new institution […] The post NIPR partners with Nasarawa State to establish groundbreaking varsity of public relations and leadership appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers

Tribune Online Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States have introduced new visa restrictions policies for Nigerian passport holders, further restricting travel opportunities for citizens of the West African nation. Visa restrictions tightened as UAE, US impose new rules on Nigerian travelers Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Ahmed Musa Vows To Revive Kano Pillars, Targets Global Success

New general manager of Kano Pillars, Ahmed Musa, has vowed to restore the club’s status as one of Africa’s premier football institutions. At a familiarisation meeting with the club’s chairman, Alhaji Ali Muhammad Umar, and board members, Musa articulated his commitment to revitalising the club and building upon its illustrious history. According to the media […]

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20 h. ago FIFA CWC: New Signing, Pedro Scores Brace As Chelsea Beat Fluminense To Reach Final

New signing, Joao Pedro scored twice on his first start as Chelsea eased to a 2-0 win over Fluminense on Tuesday to seal a spot in the final of the Club World Cup. The Brazilian player opened the scoring in the 18th minute of the last-four clash at the MetLife Stadium and struck again shortly […] The post FIFA CWC: New Signing, Pedro Scores Brace As Chelsea Beat Fluminense To Reach Final appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago It was a dream first start – Joao Pedro speaks after Club World Cup brace

By John Ogunsemore New signing Joao Pedro said he could not have had a better start after grabbing a brace to help Chelsea reach the Club World Cup final. Enzo Maresca’s side beat Brazilian club Fluminense 2-0 on Tuesday to set up a mouth-watering final against either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid on Sunday. Joao […] The post It was a dream first start – Joao Pedro speaks after Club World Cup brace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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