67 m. ago US Varsity Clarifies Revocation Policy For International Students

The University of Chicago has provided clarification to help ease concerns for international students on revoked F-1 or J-1 visas. The United States recently instructed consular offices to expand their screening processes for student visa applicants. This also includes thorough social media checks to identify individuals who may support terrorism. Revocation indicates that one’s visa […]

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2 h. ago Big banks lead as Nigerian lenders boost shareholder returns

Nigeria’s biggest banks are setting the pace in delivering value to investors, outpacing smaller rivals in shareholder returns. BusinessDay analysed read more Big banks lead as Nigerian lenders boost shareholder returns

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3 h. ago Lions Club donates N5m to support cancer treatment at LASUTH

The Lagos Golden Heart Lions Club has donated ₦5 million to the Paediatric Cancer Ward at the Lagos State University read more Lions Club donates N5m to support cancer treatment at LASUTH

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3 h. ago Stakeholders launch alliance to boost Nigeria’s food security

Stakeholders the agric-business value chains have launched the Nigerian food systems transformation alliance to drive sustainable agriculture and food security read more Stakeholders launch alliance to boost Nigeria’s food security

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4 h. ago Managing the rising cost of living, tailored wealth building plans for Nigerian millennials and Gen Z

If you’re a millennial like me, all you want is to tackle today’s money problems and still come out on read more Managing the rising cost of living, tailored wealth building plans for Nigerian millennials and Gen Z

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5 h. ago “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama

Hellen Ati, the woman claiming to have a child for Cubana Chief Priest, has been advised to take legal steps instead of seeking public sympathy. Legal practitioner Stan Alieke shared this counsel in response to her ongoing demand for a DNA test. His advice follows Hellen’s public appeal to Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, urging […] The post “Stop The Social Media Drama, Go To Court” – Lawyer Tells Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago “Until Rappers Handle Business Like Nigerians Do, They’ll Struggle” – Kanye West

American rapper Kanye West has called on his colleagues to take inspiration from Nigerian Afrobeats artists, Jewish investors, and tech experts from China and India. The rapper made this known in a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, shared on X Monday. West argued that many American rappers fail to grasp the legal and business side […] The post “Until Rappers Handle Business Like Nigerians Do, They’ll Struggle” – Kanye West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago PINL seeks stakeholders’ support against oil pipeline attacks

…Says host communities’ cooperation restored operations after explosion        From Tony John, Port Harcourt   The firm revealed that the cooperation of host communities of the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) helped in bringing the major pipeline to full functions hours after supplies to Bonny oil terminal was interrupted by an explosion.     […] The post PINL seeks stakeholders’ support against oil pipeline attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Agro businessman tells Nigerians to embrace moringa fertilizer for healthy foods, bumper harvest

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi   Nigerians have been advised to embrace organic fertilisers produced from moringa plant to enable them produce healthy foods, have bumper harvest, nourish the soil and increase foreign revenue earnings.   The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Eden e-Moringa Productions and Marketers Limited, Dr Ashimashiga Akoloaga made the call […] The post Agro businessman tells Nigerians to embrace moringa fertilizer for healthy foods, bumper harvest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NITDA, Doballi ink deal to boost job placement for Nigerian tech talent

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Afrovision Technologies Limited (Doballi) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to read more NITDA, Doballi ink deal to boost job placement for Nigerian tech talent

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6 h. ago Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of Kemi Nandap’s tenure as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) until December 31, 2026. This decision comes amidst growing concerns over tenure extensions in public service, particularly within the NIS. Nandap, who joined the NIS in October 1989, was appointed Comptroller-General […] The post Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Oil and gas host communities urge President Tinubu to intervene in Rivers political crisis

….declares support for reelection of Tinubu in 2027   From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, citing concerns over its potential impact on the state’s stability and economic contributions to […] The post Oil and gas host communities urge President Tinubu to intervene in Rivers political crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Burkina junta leader pardons 21 soldiers for 2015 failed coup

The head of the junta in Burkina Faso has pardoned 21 soldiers convicted of involvement in a failed coup in 2015, according to an official decree seen by AFP on Monday. The troubled west African country has been run since September 2022 by military leaders following a coup headed by Captain Ibrahim Traore. Traore announced Read More

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8 h. ago Electricity consumption up, production growth down in Q4 – CBN report

The Nigerian electricity sector slowed in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index declining by 1.64% year-on-year. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria says this marks a reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Average estimated electricity generation, according to a Channels TV report Read More

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9 h. ago Oyo APC pledges support for Tinubu’s agenda, hails Abas’ appointment

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has reaffirmed its commitment to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It also lauded the appointment of its state chairman, Olayide Abas, as Board Chairman of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kaduna. In a statement on Monday, the party’s publicity secretary, Olawale Sadare, described Abas’ appointment as a testament Read More

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9 h. ago TikTok removes 2.4m Nigerian videos amid global content crackdown

TikTok removed 2.4 million videos from Nigerian users in the fourth quarter of 2024 for violating its content policies, the read more TikTok removes 2.4m Nigerian videos amid global content crackdown

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9 h. ago Wizkid Clears Instagram Page, Unfollows Everyone, Sparks Speculation

Nigerian music star Wizkid has wiped his Instagram account clean, deleting all posts and unfollowing everyone. His page, with over 18 million followers, is now empty, sparking curiosity about his next move. A check by Information Nigeria on Monday confirmed the purge, fuelling speculation about his plans. READ MORE: “Mo’Hits Already Had A Platform” – […] The post Wizkid Clears Instagram Page, Unfollows Everyone, Sparks Speculation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Desmond Elliot’s Public Image Suffers Due To Poor PR – Femi Branch

Nigerian actor Femi Branch has defended Desmond Elliot, stating that the lawmaker’s contributions as a politician often go unnoticed due to poor publicity. Elliot, who represents Surulere in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has faced frequent criticism on social media over his political remarks and actions. Speaking in an interview on Nollywood on Radio, […] The post Desmond Elliot’s Public Image Suffers Due To Poor PR – Femi Branch appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago APC chieftain hails Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to national development 

A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Kano, Rabi’u Bichi, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, saying the President’s exceptional courage and unwavering commitment to national development have been a source of inspiration to him. Bichi, who is the Managing Director of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, also wished Tinubu Read More

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10 h. ago Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West

By Seyi Babalola American rapper Kanye West has urged his colleagues to learn from Nigerian afrobeats musicians, Jewish investors, and Chinese and Indian technology experts. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West criticized American rappers, alleging that they frequently lack understanding of the legal and commercial elements of music and rely on outsiders for […] The post Why American rappers should learn from Nigerian artists – Kanye West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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